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Known as The "BAMartialArtist™", Career Ninja, Life Coach Sensei, & "Ninja P"
Speaker/Coach/Consultant/Author/Event Planner
Certifications:
MIND: Certified Master Life Coach, Life Purpose Coach, Goal Success Life Coach, Career Development Life Coach, and Happiness Life Coach
BODY: Certified Xtreme Hip Hop™ Step Aerobics Instructor, Certified Xtreme Burn Instructor, Martial Arts Instructor
SOUL: Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), ACBA, Certified Diversity & Inclusion Manager Coach, Licensed IDI Administrator, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Our Goal is to Inspire, Motivate and Encourage All!
Date | Event | Topic |
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02/25/2025 | Oak Studios | Express Yourself - Finding Confidence in Who You Are & How You Speak |
03/08/2025 | Des Moines Links Chapter Health Fair | Xtreme Burn |
03/11/2025 | Oak Studios | Boss Moves - Owning Your Work Style & Navigating Conflict Like a Pro |
03/15/2025 | Xtreme. Hip Hop Pop-Up - Genesis Health Club Southridge | Fitness Event |
03/20/2025 | Warren County Leadership Institute | Hearing Beyond Words: The Power of Active Listening |
03/26/2025 | Greater Des Moines Partnership | Brand Visibiliy on a Budget - Stand Out in a Crowded Marketplae |
04/03/2025 | Entrepreneur Program | My Journey as a Entpreneur |
04/09/2025 | Apex Youth Fitness Class | Xtreme Burn & Xtreme Step |
04/24/2025 | Midwestern Regional Conference - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. | Back to Your Roots: Your WHY, Your Brand, Your Impact |
05/03/2025 | Lady Like Conference | One Life, Many Roles: A Blueprint for Harmonizing Work, Family, and Self-Care |
05/09/2025 | ATD Central Iowa Education Event | Samurai Shine: Elevate Your Personal Brand With Warrior Wisdom |
11/07/2025 | ATX BADD | KEYNOTE: Samurai Shine: Elevate Your Personal Brand With Warrior Wisdom |
11/07/2025 | ATX BADD | Workshop: The Diplomacy Dojo: Handling Stakeholder Tensions Like a Pro |
Upcoming & Past Events
Speaker List
Podcasts/WebCasts (I am the guest)
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Systems Thinking - Dave Saboe Podcaster (2015)
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Never Stop Learning - BA Coach Podcaster (2015)
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Effective Collaboration- Dave Saboe Podcaster (2016)
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Collaboration, Not Toleration - There is a Difference (April 2016) - IIBA Webinar
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Building the Foundation for Change (April 2016) - IIBA Webinar
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The Abyss of Risk - Don't Get Swallowed Up (May 2016) - IIBA Webinar
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Beyond Project Risk - Dave Saboe Podcaster (2016)
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My Biggest Mistake - Dave Saboe Podcaster (2016)
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Best Advice You Ever Received- Dave Saboe Podcaster (2017)
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Political Martial Arts - Dave Saboe Podcaster (2017)
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HerBoldStory - Topic: Building Your Personal Brand - Inga Davids (2021)
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The Joe & Paula Show - "The 3 P's to deliver your optimal self: "Prioritization, Productivity, Performance" (March 24, 2022)
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The Joe & Paula Show - "The importance of health and wellness" (April 24, 2022)
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BA Knowledge Share - The Power of AI And Data Analytics (July 2023)
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Breaking Bad - Iowa's Future and Cultural Diversity (April 2024)
Articles Published
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November 12, 2011 - Understanding the Whole and Not Just the Parts - BA Times & Modern Analyst
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July 25, 2011 - History Repeats Itself, But It Doesn't Have To - BA Times & Modern Analyst
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July 5, 2011 - Why Versus Why Not - BA Times & Modern Analyst
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2007 - The Importance of a Requirements Management Plan - B2T, The Bridge
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February 25, 2015 - 5 Tips to Lead in Today's World - Modern Analyst
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April 8, 2015 - Oh, The Joys of Compliance and Why You Should Care! - Modern Analyst
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May 27, 2016 - Five Pitfalls to Avoid When Transitioning to a New Company - Modern Analyst
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June 5, 2018 - Are You Adding Value? - iGrafx blog
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July 31, 2018 - Strategy - Victory or Defeat? - iGrafx blog
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August 24, 2018 - Strategy & The Business Analyst - iGrafx blog
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April 17, 2019 - Breaking The Complex Down to Simple - iGrafx blog
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February 6, 2020 - Levels of Perspective - Perspective 1 - Part I - The Organization
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March 12, 2020 - Levels of Perspective - Perspective 2 - Part I - The Customer
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March 19 2020 - Levels of Perspective - Perspective 2 - Part II - The Customer
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April 28, 2020 - Levels of Perspective - Perspective 2 - Part III - The Customer
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July 23, 2023 - Part 2: How Do I Move Into a BA Role With No BA Experience - Modern Analysis
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September 4, 2023 - Part 2: What Technologies Should I Know As a BA - Modern Analysis
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October 07, 2023 - Part 3: What Certifications Should I Pursue as a BA - Modern Analysis
Awards
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2009 Nominee for the Citizen of Character Award - Iowa Character Counts
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2010 Citizen Character Award Recipient - Iowa Character Counts
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Paula A. Bell Selected As a “Top-Idea Maven” by The Woman’s Advantage Entrepreneur’s Advice Featured in 2012 Woman’s Advantage Calendar
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Paula A. Bell Selected As a “Top-Idea Maven” by The Woman’s Advantage Entrepreneur’s Advice Featured in 2013 Woman’s Advantage Calendar
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2014 Volunteer of the Year
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Paula A. Bell Selected As a “Top-Idea Maven” by The Woman’s Advantage Entrepreneur’s Advice Featured in 2015 Woman’s Advantage Calendar
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Paula A. Bell Selected As a “Top-Idea Maven” by The Woman’s Advantage Entrepreneur’s Advice Featured in 2016 Woman’s Advantage Calendar
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