Behind the Mic with Nicole Will, Founder of willGather

<p>While I've been gifted the opportunity to bring out the best in my guests and their message- this person, right here, brings out the best in me.</p> <p>My best friend of 28 years, Katie McDonald, interviews me today.</p> <p>The message of listening when ideas find us and taking steps forward each day towards our dreams weaves its way through our conversation. If anything, Katie has taught me to show up with curiosity, find the joy, celebrate the magic, and always lead with kindness.</p> <p> </p> <p>Nicole shares about:</p> <ul> <li>What led her to start the podcast</li> <li>Her mission in each episode</li> <li>How she finds and connects to her guests</li> <li>The podcast process</li> <li>Overcoming fear to pursue your dreams</li> <li>How we can be open to receiving goodness and amplifying our message to do good</li> <li>What's next for Nicole</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>Nicole Will is dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our aging community by equipping older adults, their family members, and eldercare professionals with valuable information and resources. Nicole is the creator, host, and producer of the willGather Podcast: Navigating the World with Your Aging Loved One.</p> <p> </p> <p>Nicole has over 20 years of experience in the field of aging and eldercare services. Growing up, Nicole's grandma came to live with her family and became one of her closest friends. Inspired by this special relationship and passion, she went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Services: Social Gerontology. Nicole is actively certified as an Activity Director with NCCAP. She spent many years working as a Director at a well-respected and large senior living community overseeing the Therapeutic Recreation, Volunteer, and Spiritual Care departments while successfully leading her sizeable team to a zero-deficiency tenure and improved resident engagement success. She served on the MAPA board and as an adjuvant faculty member at the University of St. Catherine. She continues her hands-on approach as a private older adult c