Navigating Careers, Parenting, and Perspectives in Alberta

Lisa McGrath welcomes Sandy Taylor to discuss her career journey, including starting a business in the asphalt industry and balancing career and parenting in Alberta. They touch on healthcare, education, and frustrations with conservative policies. Sandy advocates for local businesses and shares thoughts on dining experiences, tipping, and customer service. They reflect on career choices, regrets, and relationships, emphasizing understanding and connection. The conversation also covers cultural inclusivity, political honesty, gender differences, and humor. Opinions on marriage and identity are shared, with a teaser for the next episode.

Speakers

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Lisa McGrath

Host • 55%

Sandy Taylor

Guest • 45%

Chapters

0:20	Introduction and guest introduction
0:37	Sandy Taylor's career journey and transitions
2:33	Downsizing and starting a business in the asphalt industry
3:08	Balancing career and parenting in Alberta
4:03	Alberta's healthcare and education systems discussion
7:32	Frustrations with conservative government policies on public sectors
12:24	Skepticism about online information and supporting local businesses
15:09	Dining experiences, value for money, and the importance of good service
23:08	Personal experiences with tipping and building relationships with businesses
28:01	Handling mistakes and accountability in customer service
36:26	Reflections on career choices and advice for younger self
39:21	Discussion on regrets, life choices, and past relationships
43:28	Importance of understanding and connecting with others
45:16	Personalized gifts, client relationships, and uplifting stories
49:09	Honest communication, setting boundaries, and political differences
51:09	Cultural experiences and inclusivity discussions
54:21	Personal reflections on political leaders and the importance of honesty
59:15	Gender differences, diverse perspectives, and the value of humor
1:03:04	Opinions on marriage, naming conventions, and identity
1:05:52	Wrapping up the episode and teaser for next week's episode

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