RESET

di Tonya J. Long

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From Oracle to Oasis: Reena Miglani’s Journey into Hospitality

What does it take to walk away from a 20-year career at Oracle and reinvent yourself as the heartbeat of a hospitality brand? In this week’s RESET conversation, Tonya sits down with her longtime friend Reena Miglani, who traded corporate cadence for community, creating Amara Restaurants as a sanctuary in the middle of Silicon Valley. Reena’s story begins with a forced pause: a health crisis in 2018 that introduced her to the realities of burnout. That reset — compounded by becoming an empty nester during COVID — sparked a bold question: What if I built a place that felt like paradise, not just for vacations, but for every day? Today, Amara is that vision realized: a 7,000-square-foot indoor-outdoor space designed to let your shoulders drop the moment you walk in. With custom scents, curated textures, and garden views, Reena has fused design, hospitality, and wellness into something rare: a dining experience that feels like a reset for your nervous system. Along the way, you’ll hear candid stories — from guests who requested Amara’s food as their last meal, to local jazz bands being invited to play brunch sets, to the membership club that gives regulars a sense of home and belonging. As Reena puts it, hospitality today isn’t about Instagram perfection, it’s about authentic storytelling and human connection. Her journey is a reminder that resets aren’t endings, they’re remixes that blend old strengths with new purpose. · Check out my bestselling book, "AI and the New Oz: Leadership’s Journey to the Future of Work" available on Amazon [https://a.co/d/aTBJmEr]. Go to the "AI and the New Oz" website at https://www.ai-and-the-new-oz.com/ to learn more! #thejourneyisthejob

Wealth, Wisdom, and Wi-Fi: Mike Clark's Modern Financial Playbook

Join us on RESET with Tonya J. Long as we dive into the world of wealth management with Mike Clark, a visionary advisor who bridges the gap between innovation and family values. Discover how Mike's unique journey from the Bay Area to Utah has shaped his approach to creating financial literacy and generational wealth. Whether you're looking to build a legacy or navigate the complexities of modern finance, this episode is packed with insights and strategies to help you succeed.

The Road Leads Home: Why 'Local' Matters Most

When Eric McHenry and his wife LaVerne first joined the Airstream Club fifteen years ago, they didn't see many people who looked like them. As an African American man in a predominantly white organization, Eric might have simply enjoyed the camping experience and kept to himself. Instead, he embarked on a leadership journey that would transform both himself and the entire community. From his early days in Silicon Valley when "the gods still walked the earth" (as he describes Hewlett and Packard) to his role as CIO for the City of Santa Rosa, Eric has always sought meaningful work that makes a tangible difference. This search for purpose eventually led him to assume leadership of the 18,000-member Airstream Club International, where he faced the delicate challenge of modernizing a beloved institution while preserving its cherished traditions. In this wide-ranging conversation on RESET with Tonya, from the beautiful coastline of Half Moon Bay, Eric reveals the leadership principles that guided his success. He shares how he deliberately expanded the club's inclusivity by establishing new groups for single women travelers and LGBTQ+ members. He discusses the art of change management — knowing when to push forward and when to step back, always keeping focused on the "quiet majority" rather than the vocal few. What emerges is a masterclass in community building. Eric describes the sense of family that develops among Airstreamers, creating what the company calls "brand stickiness" — a connection so strong that people remain loyal to Airstream because leaving would mean losing their community. As he transitions to focus on local impact through environmental protection and STEM education initiatives, Eric reflects on finding balance in an increasingly AI-driven world and the enduring importance of genuine human connection. For anyone navigating career transitions, building inclusive communities, or simply seeking more meaningful connections, Eric's journey offers valuable wisdom about leading with authenticity, embracing change, and creating spaces where everyone feels welcomed.

From Wall Street to Wisdom: Experience as the Blueprint for AI Innovation

I had the joy of sitting down with Joyce Li on RESET with Tonya aired on KPCR 92.9FM, The conversation felt like two friends who had known each other for a dozen years, when in reality, our intersection began just a couple of years ago. That's what this AI era is doing for us as we find our tribe – built on community, meaning, and impact. We talked about improv (yes, improv!) and how those who can think outside the tech box bring nuance, curiosity, and wisdom to the conversations about the change AI is driving. Joyce’s path proves the point — moving from engineering to managing billions in high-end finance, and now into thought leadership around AI’s impact on business, governance, and society. One of my favorite moments? Hearing how her father, an engineer, taught himself computer programming in his 40s — and taught Joyce the value of troubleshooting from a young age. That mindset — “everything in life is a problem waiting to be solved with your current tools, and those tools can change” — has been her compass through every pivot. Another favorite moment was when our discussion detoured to a quick "admiration moment" regarding East Coast-based colleague Andrea Bonime-Blanc, a powerhouse of a human. It's wonderful when detours find their way to recognizing people who hold such deep respect with such broad communities, and it's a great reflection to experience how, once again, AI has closed the gap previously supported by distance and industry vertical. (Andrea - your little cameo occurs at 46:55 in the full video.) Joyce's approach to AI board governance is as sharp as her troubleshooting skills, tackling the mismatch between rapid tech advances and slow oversight cycles with a framework that keeps leaders focused on alignment, talent, and risk guardrails. And in the financial world, she’s watching traditionally cautious CFO organizations slash month-end closes from 10 days to just three by putting trust, process, and risk management in place. It's no wonder Joyce has become a bridge-builder between technology, strategy, and human potential. Yes, and 🎭... her blend of analytical rigor and improv-inspired openness is exactly what leadership needs right now.

Self-Taught, AI-Tuned: How Jesse Anglen Enabled 500 Startups and One AI Future

What if you could build a system of 38 AI agents that autonomously researches investors, evaluates their fit with your company, and sends perfectly personalized emails – all while you sleep? That's exactly what tech entrepreneur Jesse Anglen has created, and it's just one example of how Digital Labor is transforming business. In this mind-expanding conversation, Jesse shares his remarkable journey from starting his first construction business at 17 to becoming a pioneer in AI systems that augment human capabilities. With refreshing clarity and zero hype, he explains how he discovered the power of AI when an employee secretly used ChatGPT to complete a six-week process in just four days. Jesse introduces his vision for Ruh.ai – an operating system for digital labor that allows anyone to build sophisticated AI workflows through natural conversation. Want your email organized into urgency quadrants with draft responses prepared twice daily? Simply ask, and your new digital employee gets to work. The most powerful insight comes through Jesse's construction metaphor: "Inside your company right now, probably 80% of what you do is a waste of time... it is moving dirt." This dirt-moving – necessary but intrinsically valueless work – is precisely what AI should handle, freeing humans to focus on vision, curation, and meaningful connection. Unlike many technologists, Jesse balances technological enthusiasm with deep respect for human relationships. He warns about the dangers of synthetic relationships and celebrates how younger generations are returning to authentic human connections after seeing the damage of social media. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or just beginning to explore AI, Jesse's practical wisdom and clear examples will transform how you think about the future of work. The question isn't if digital labor will transform your industry – it's whether you'll be part of shaping that transformation. CONNECT WITH JESSE 🦾 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesseanglen/ Website: https://www.rapidinnovation.io/ Website: https://ruh.ai/ Check out my bestselling book, "AI and the New Oz: Leadership’s Journey to the Future of Work" available on Amazon [https://a.co/d/aTBJmEr]. Go to the "AI and the New Oz" website at https://www.ai-and-the-new-oz.com/ to learn more! #thejourneyisthejob

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