Mickie Murphy: Reclaiming Optimism Post Trauma - Part 1

Step into the Pivot

Prepare to be inspired as Mickie explores a life-changing car accident that tested her resilience and highlighted the power of support systems. After enduring a leg amputation, Mickie chose humor and positivity over despair, teaching us the importance of a lighthearted perspective in tough times. Her anecdotes, from naming her "residual leg" to sharing emotional moments with her family, underscore the strength found in optimism. Mickie's journey is a testament to embracing life's challenges with grace and a smile, reminding us all that positivity can transform even the most daunting situations.
Mickie's tale is one of courage and determination. From living in 18 different places and mentoring countless couples on marriage and faith to shattering glass ceilings as the president of Blue Benefits Consulting and a CPA firm, Mickie was initially overlooked for leadership roles but her initiative and substantial contributions proved her worth, making her a trailblazer in her industry.
Guest Bio:
Mickie Murphy, CPC, QPA, QKC, ERPA
Mickie leads the Blue Benefits Consulting practice firm-wide. Over 30 years in the retirement plan administration, has given her experience in serving client retirement plan needs in banking, record keeping and Third Party Administration practices. She specializes in retirement plan consulting, plan design and corrections, and has responsibility for new business development.

Mickie is an Enrolled Retirement Plan Agent (ERPA) with the IRS, and a current credentialed member of the American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries (ASPPA) with designations of Qualified Pension Administrator (QPA) and Qualified 401(k) Administrator (QKA). Mickie is also a current member of the Indiana Benefits Conference and has previously served multiple terms as Vice President of the Illinois Chapter of The ESOP Association as well as served on the Employee Benefits Committee of the US Chamber of Commerce. She has spoken and presented through various media on retirement plan subject matter before professional and business groups.
Connect with Mickie:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickiemurphy/

Connect with Theresa and Ivana:

Websites:

Theresa, True Strategy Consultants: https://tsc-consultants.com/

Ivana, Courageous Being: https://www.courageousbeing.com/

Instagram:

Ivana: https://www.instagram.com/courbeing/

Theresa: https://www.instagram.com/tscconsultants/

LinkedIn:

Step into the Pivot: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/step-into-the-pivot/

Theresa: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tree-conti/

Ivana: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivipol/

Chương

1. Journey to Becoming a President (00:00:00)

2. Surviving a Life-Altering Accident (00:07:18)

3. Choosing a Lighthearted Perspective (00:21:48)