 Hi, welcome to Seymour's World on Think Tech Hawaii. Last week's show with Dana and the week before with Randy had rave reviews. And I just want to give you an update with Randy. We are going to do the NBA basketball camp in August. So for those of you who have asked me about this basketball camp, it's going to happen. I don't have a definitive date yet. I will announce it probably by the next show. But Randy is working very hard with the NBA players. And we will tell you who's coming, when they're coming, and what school we will be at. So let's talk about today. If you want to meet somebody who is the most charming individual, somebody who has more energy than I have, and believe me, a lot more energy than I have, this young lady is amazing. Her name is Cynthia Yamasaki. And I told her, you know what? Let's open up our own firm called Yamasaki and Kazimersky. I thought that would be sort of cute, you know, to have us doing that together. But it's amazing. I met Cynthia about a month ago. We were at a conference, actually, in finance. And she sat next to me. And this bubbly young woman told me about her business. And her business is called E-Path. That's a double E-Path. And she called herself Chief Energizing Officer. You ask yourself, what? It's not Chief Executive Officer. It's Chief Energizing Officer. So without further ado, I want to introduce you to this young woman who makes me smile. And I just feel you will understand how forward-thinking she is in her business after you listen to what she has to say. Welcome. Thank you, Seymour. It is so nice. It's that smile, that smile I saw when we were at that meeting. And it's just, it's something that's obviously your aura about you as one of happiness. It is very much joy and living life to the fullest. You got it. And tell us about E-Path. What is E-Path? So E-Path, it stands for Empowered and Energized Path to Lead in the Well. And it's something that I've created through experiences throughout the year. And I've learned from many good people, starting with my parents and values and hard work and just different mentors. And now it's time to give back. So that's what I love doing. So are you doing it as a profit-making venture or a non-profit? So people pay to come to talk to you and to your seminars, right? And what do they get? So they get empowered and energized. Oh, I'm sorry. I'm sorry. Okay, I get it. Well, this is what I really believe in. I believe that everyone has the potential to be their greatest self. And sometimes over the years, we just get lost in that. We get so busy. And so if we can take a moment to take a pause and reflect and get back to our roots, our values, and what we really, who we are, each individual, unique being, that we can bring forth that inner peace and joy and share it with others. That's a wow factor for me because I preach that also, you know, when I work with my clients and when I mentor young business people and it's something that I really believe is important, that it's not simply how much money you make because happiness can't be measured by the amount of money you make. So for me, what you're doing is exactly what a lot of people forget about because they're chasing money. Chasing money. Chasing happiness. Fame. Right. Or something outside to define themselves and what is happiness. How did you start this? Well, you know, it's a journey. Life is a journey. And it's ups and downs. And truthfully, there was a time in my life that I was chasing after those titles and fame because we've been conditioned to do that. And there was just a point in my life that I said, you know, there's got to be something more. So it's been a quest for over 20 years of exploring and learning from the greatest teachers and getting degrees and certifications and traveling the world. But Cynthia. I've just been blessed. 20 years. You're only, you look like you're 30. You're so kind. How do you do that? I mean, you know, my wife always says that people in Hawaii, they're lucky because if they have Asian blood and they don't go out in the sun a lot, they look like you. Right? Yeah. Humidity. Whatever works. Right? Whatever works. So what is it? Is your background here in Hawaii? So I actually, yes, I pretty much grew up here in Hawaii. My parents, I'm like fourth generation. My parents are third generation. They lived in LA and I was born and then they realized in their life that they want to come home to raise their family. So I was very fortunate at the age five to move back here and pretty much went to public school, the University of Hawaii and really, I think what I was very blessed with is our parents, my parents who are forward thinking as well. They were entrepreneurs. They had their own business. They worked really hard to give my brother and I a solid life. And it was simple things. So just growing up and I started dancing at the age of three and I just love dancing. And so my mother just always encouraged us to do what we love to do. And I was able to travel the world based on the dancing, sharing the spirit of aloha as a dancer. Wow. So you were a dancer, a classical dancer? A hula dancer. A hula dancer. Yeah. With the hula troops promoting the wine? Yeah. So it started off, I think I was around age 10 dancing in Waikiki with hula halau or hula studio. They used to call it in those days. If I would have known that, if I would have known that, I would have had you dance here. Why not? Maybe next time. Now you also do retreats. I'm very interested in that. Tell me about the business of retreats here. So the business of retreats is first getting in touch and just kind of reflecting and rejuvenating. And then thinking about the big picture, envisioning what we would like. So as a leader, as a group of leaders of an organization, going through the usual, you know, strategic planning, but really keeping everyone focused from all, so like leadership retreats might be with board of directors or the executive leaders of an organization. Are these all Hawaii based? Can be Hawaii based or wherever they want to be. Wow. Where do you do them? There are two places now that I've kind of gotten into a partnership with that we can help facilitate, but it's really, oh yes, so there's still a moving center, so whole Halei retreats. And there's also this unique place out in Mountain View on the Big Island that we can really kind of check out and unplug. Wow. So it's about getting to a place, and I've done it on Moloka'i with the teachers, finding the safe space where people can just breathe and unwind. And you do yoga and all that. Well, what I do is I design it according to the organization's needs. But yes, a typical day could be starting off with yoga, getting to know each other, and then expressing in a safe zone really what they're thinking. So many times, especially in Hawaii, we tend to try to, you know, with that kind of Pacific Asian influence. So we're very cordial with each other. People will not really say what they mean initially until you can build an establishment of trust. So we'll do things in the beginning to build that trust. And then take a look at what does it mean to be a really good leader. And then do some, you know, mind mapping and brainstorming. So you don't just do it for corporations. What about individuals? For individuals, yes. Good. So if a group of women, is it only women or you do it for everybody? It can be mixed. But sometimes in some of my earlier retreats, we're just focused on women. You know, I think that's so important. Now, I just feel that women have become such an important part of our business world, but yet they're not recognized enough. And they need to be able to stand up on their own and not feel that there's a glass ceiling there. They have to be willing to talk about the opportunities that are out there and be equal to the other individual, the male obviously, that is basically in competition with them for the job. And I've seen so many of the young people that I mentor where the women actually feel that because they're women, they are not up to the task of what the job is. And I totally disagree with that. And I have many, many friends in business who I know and who I work with and talk with all the time. And I see them blossoming once they get what you are doing. Once they achieve that confidence in themselves, the self-esteem goes up, everything that you do is so important. And I'm encouraging you to help more and more women. I think it's absolutely an important part. I would love to because we have to help each other and we also have to give different perspectives. Like what you said, what think tech means is lifelong learning. And it starts from your inside, your inner confidence, your competence, and then connections helping each other. How do you market your product? Just pretty much by meeting people, getting to know them, really listening, spreading joy. It's like every day I meditate. I get up in the morning and I set my intention and I meditate. And my intention is always if I could just make a difference in one person's life and it doesn't have to be a big thing. It could just be can they smile? Can they feel happy? And then can they think from another perspective? You know, everything you're doing is absolutely correct. First of all, I also meditate. Now, I do it in the hot tub. Three days a week, I get in the hot tub at 6.30 in the morning. I start at 4 a.m. I work till 6.30 and then I get in the hot tub and I think about everything that I have to do and try to feel the joy that I get from the stuff that I do. Because most of my work is not work to make money. It's mostly my foundations and the other things that I do. And I just feel that that's an important part of giving back. I call it self-actualization. I don't know if you've ever heard the term. Yes, absolutely. But it's the term that I use where giving back is more important than receiving. And that's exactly what you're talking about. Yes. And I think that's... See, I knew we would get together. Now, are we going to open up the company? Yes, we are. Yamasaki and Kazemursky. Yes, absolutely. We have to take a short break. And then we're going to be back with Cynthia. And we're going to talk about more of the detail of how you as an individual and perhaps you're a board member, how you can get to the place where Cynthia is talking about. We'll be back in a minute. I'm Seymour Kazemursky on Think Tech Hawaii. The host for Young Talent's Making Way here on Think Tech Hawaii. We talk every Tuesday at 11 a.m. about things that matter to tech, matter to science to the people of Hawaii with some extraordinary guests. The students of our schools who are participating in science fair. So Young Talent's Making Way every Tuesday at 11 a.m. only on Think Tech Hawaii. Mahalo. Hi, I'm Pete McGinnis-Mark. And every Monday at 1 o'clock, I'm the host of Think Tech Hawaii's Research in Munna. And at that program, we bring to you a whole range of new scientific results from the university, ranging from everything from exploring the solar system to looking at the earth from space, going under water, talking about earthquakes and volcanoes, and other things which have a direct relevance not only to Hawaii, but also to our economy. So please try and join me 1 o'clock on a Monday afternoon to Think Tech Hawaii's Research in Munna. And see you then. Hi, welcome back to Seymour's World on Think Tech Hawaii. I told you you're going to meet the most bubbly person you have ever, ever met. And that is, of course, Cynthia Yamasaki. And the company we're opening is Yamasaki and Kazemursky. Just kidding. But I just love the name. I don't know why. It just flows beautifully. It has a ring to it, right? Yeah. And of course you do very similar stuff to what I do. Yes. But you do it in a much more professional way than I do. Oh, no. We all have gifts. It is absolutely phenomenal. I want to continue a little bit where we left off. Sure. So go ahead. Tell us more about what you are doing. So you know how you have your way of self-actualization. Mm-hmm. Everyone has their own way. But one thing that I kind of do with my coaching clients and organizations is what I've learned through Glen Furuya. In fact, I have to give them credit for this. B. B. Do. Have. And give. So you know, C is having that vision. Mm-hmm. And B is having your values and living them and being an example of it. Mm-hmm. And doing it. You have to take action. Mm-hmm. And then receiving graciously. Mm-hmm. And sharing back, giving back. And whenever I meditate, I always think about the core values. So the core values of individual, what it means to you, core values of the organization. Because that's the benchmark. That's when times get tough. You just take a step back, take a breath, and go, OK, how do I react? You can choose. But if you remember to reflect back on your core values, you'll make the right choice. Wow. I feel about this high right now. That is fabulous. I mean, in just a few words, you're able to describe what we should all be doing with our lives. And it makes life so much better than worrying about chasing the dollar all the time. Yeah. There's much more to life than that. Now, I want to talk about some of the other things that you do for businesses and for individuals. Yes. So you're talking about your HR business consulting. How does that affect what you're doing when it comes to helping people understand what their value is? So I guess I would say if it were like a, if we were to have an avatar client, it would be a top leader who has influence and decision-making authority in an organization. That's my ideal customer who says, you know what? There's something amiss here. And all the logic side of it and the data and the numbers might be telling something, but there's something else. So we will talk through it and see how is that person effective as a leader? And some of them are really great. And really, a lot of them want to get it to the next level. And if they find that it's something in their organization that they want to raise everyone around them, for example, perhaps in five years they want to retire. And they want to pass on that knowledge. And how do you do that to pick your next successor or your team? Get them ready for it. So that's when the HR consulting comes into play because it's the human side of the business and it's a process. So looking at all the components. So I have over 15 years of human resource leadership experience. Is that on top of the 20 years? There's no way. So it's all integrated, interrelated. And we're all people. And it's not like you walk into work one person and go home another. You're the same person. So it's just making sure that you're congruent with that. So is your client base just here? I feel like you should expand this program. Is it just in Hawaii? I have contact throughout the world. And I have worked with people abroad and through the internet, which is a blessing. But have you actually done some of your work on the internet with people or is it always face-to-face? So Skype and Zoom, all that kind of stuff. And I also teach. I'm an adjunct faculty with Argosy University. And I just did a class on human resources to a group of wonderful people in American Samoa. So it's wonderful. How can you smile so much every day? Because I'm just happy. Are you basically a happy person? Basically. And sometimes, well, truthfully, sometimes I just need to check out. People go, well, let's go dancing. I go, I just need to recharge my batteries. And I just enjoy. And I feel guilty about it. Be at home, be a little crab, recharge, and then get back out there. Well, let's look at some of the photos that you sent us. All right? Here, go ahead. Tell us what this is. The balance in harmony. So one of the things that I really want to emphasize and is for everyone to feel like you're your best self, from the inside out and for the greater good, not for the money, not for all those accolades and fame, and balance and harmony in your personal life, your professional life, and in the spirit of how we work together as a community. Cynthia, can I steal that? Oh, yeah. Can I use that as part of what I do? You can beg power and just, you know, spread it. Because it's like a good cookie recipe, right? We need to share. Of course, of course. Oh, this one. Go ahead. Go ahead. Tell us. Well, this essence of success, Cynthia sent this to me, and I honestly believe that everything that's in here, in its condensed form, is actually what all of us should be looking towards. And even my corporate clients, I have sent this to, to all of them. And I said, why don't you look at this? And at the next board meeting, let's talk about this. And if it's okay with you, Cynthia, I'm going to do a Seymour's World commentary. Oh, yes. And if it's all right with you, may I use this on my commentary? Oh, yes, absolutely. Because it is so true. As you're reading it, I'm not going to read it out loud to you. You folks in our audience can look at it. And it's really the empowerment and the energizing how to lead and live well. It's beautiful. Thank you. The next one? And that one, you know, if anyone wants to download it, they can go to my website and my blog, and it's a photo. And yes. We're going to put that up online for you, too. All right. Great. Let's see the next photo. Oh. I feel so honored. This is just a nomination for the Board of Better Business Bureau Torture Awards for Ethics. Wow. So, you know, I really believe in the Better Business Bureau in terms of it has a standard of values that we as business in Hawaii can rely on. And so I feel so lucky that I was able to be recognized last year. Cynthia, I have to say one of the biggest issues that I have in our business world today is the effect of the media on everything that we're doing and the negativity that the media has brought into play. And that's something that both of us, because we're in similar businesses, both of us have to make sure that people realize that the positive attitude is the way to go, not looking at all the negativity that's out there, not reading all the newspapers, watching all the television. As a matter of fact, the more you turn that off and focus on yourself and your self-determination, you'll do a much better job in your business or whatever you have to do. Yeah, it's positivity, but may I just add a little, maybe another perspective? Of course. That's why we're going to be on the stocking of Kezmer. Sometimes when there's something negative, it's not so much that you want to, like, put rose-colored glasses and ignore it, but perhaps look at it as, what can I learn from this? Or if it's something that it irks you or you feel, you know, what can we do to solve it instead of just putting our heads in the sand and ignoring it? So, I mean, that's just another perspective. 100% right. But a positive attitude is so much the mindset. It's very important. Yeah, I mean, there's two things that I like about a lot of the clients that I work with, and some of them have very large businesses. They smile a lot. Yes. They realize that, you know, the ups and downs of business, the learning experiences, failure is a learning experience. Yes. It is not something bad unless you keep doing it over and over again. But it really is a learning experience, and I try to teach that a lot, but it's okay to fail. As a matter of fact, my favorite thing is, you know, Dyson the vacuum cleaner? Oh, yes. He had 117 prototypes. Wow. 117 prototypes before he actually made his first marketable vacuum cleaner. Wow. So, imagine how many times he failed and had to start over and over again. But look at where he is now. Yes. So, for all of us out there, for all of us who are worried about, are we making the right decision to do this or not, go for it. Absolutely. Try it, because you never know. You just never know. We have one more photograph, I think. Oh, okay. Oh. This is the Patsy Mink Center for Business and Leadership. So, we opened it up in 2013. So, after I got, so I had this plan, I had my own life plan. And after getting out of working for corporate, I went and assisted in being the director to open up the Patsy Mink Center for Business and Leadership, which is a women's business center with the SBA. And basically, we set it up, did the room, my sons, my friends. We're doing flooring and painting, building the foundation, because that's always important, right? Your workflow, your measurements, and the programs and initiatives, and finding out what is needed out there. So, yes, there is a soft spot for how do we empower more women. I just love that you do that. And that's a great center, and they're continuing on. And we opened up in 2013, and they're five years now. That is amazing. I'm not involved anymore. Really? But are you involved in other philanthropic efforts? Yes. So, Chinese Chamber of Commerce. I was just elected to the executive committee. You said Chinese? I'm Chinese, actually. Wait a second. Yamasaki, am I crazy here? You know, I have two sons. And so, you know, I respect their father, and I respect their family name, and my sons wanted to be attached to me. Now I don't know if I want to call it Yamasaki in terms of mercy. I'll be Qing. Qing is a lovely guy. Make my Qing family proud. My father is the line of heritage. So, what was I saying? Oh, you're talking about some of your philanthropic efforts. Oh, yes. So, Chinese Chamber of Commerce, and we have in the Chinatown Training and Visioning Center. So, I kind of help to organize and we have free workshops every month for the community, for the members. Wonderful. And it's all different. That and add up Hawaii. So, I volunteer for the organizations for things that I believe in and love the people who are, you know, involved with it. That's terrific. And it's all about giving back. It's all about giving back. Yes. I mean, too, a lot of you out there, you probably wonder when we say, give me, I don't have time to give back or all that stuff. You do. You just don't realize it. It's the smallest things that really begin. You cross the street and you help somebody who's a little bit older and you'll all of a sudden notice the smile on their face, the thankfulness on their face. In my programs, the Make Him Smile program, we see the kids and the parents and everything that goes on in the hospitals just give back a little bit. And once you start to give back a little bit, amazing. Amazing. Really amazing. Yes. So, Cynthia, unfortunately, we're at the end. And we didn't even, I have like about 10 more questions for you that we didn't get through. But what a pleasure to have you here. And what an absolute positive star you are. I really believe that. I believe that if people want to learn how to lead a better life, they should call you. Please. They really should call you and they could find you at EE Path, right? Yes. Why is it EE Path? Well, energize and empower. Well, of course, EE, right? And the logo, my logo, the two E's, my son designed it, but the colors green is for growing and blue is for trust and the hands and the pathway. It just has all those back story meanings. But really, yes, I would enjoy meeting people just having a conversation. Well, I have to tell you, our audience is going to watch this show and you are going to get a lot of calls because it's just a pleasure to see somebody so positive, so smiling, so happy. I don't know how many more so's I have, but you are so kind and positive as well. It's my pleasure. It's awesome. Thank you so much. Thank you very much for coming to our show. Thank you for having me on your show. Aloha and to all of you out there, we will see you in a couple of weeks. I'm on my way back to Canada again and let's see the end of this month, I will be back. So we will see you at the end of April. Aloha from Seymour's World. What was that? For the commentary or can she just...