Heartbeat For Hire with Lyndsay Dowd

Adam House Sr. is the visionary founder of the House of Bricks, a comprehensive platform for entrepreneurs that integrates Advisory, Community, and Academy.As a 7x entrepreneur with three high-multiple exits,a podcast host, and former pro basketball player, Adam leverages over 25 years of experience to empower entrepreneurs.His mission is to significantly reduce the failure rate of startups and small businesses by providing the tools, support, and strategic guidance necessary for sustainable success.Adam's leadership combines strategic insight with deep personal values, honed through his unique experiences, including serving as Chaplain for the Miami Heat.Adam House's approach to entrepreneurship is grounded in the compound effect of consistent, disciplined actions. He emphasizes the power of doing small things every day, combined with unwavering discipline and accountability, to build lasting success.Adam views life's experiences as bricks—each one can either weigh you down or be set down to build a solid foundation. His blend of faith-driven leadership, strategic insight, and practical experience makes him a compelling and impactful guest for podcasts focused on entrepreneurship, leadership, and personal growth.To know more about Adam visit his website: www.houseofbricks.io

Mickey Bergman is a two time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize, a fringe diplomat, CEO of Global Reach, a best selling Author, regular contributor to the NY Times, the Washington Post, Huff Post, The Boston Globe and numerous other well known publications. He is a gentleman, an outlier and an influencing force in some of the most well known hostage negotiations which you will hear about today. Mickey Bergman is the CEO of Global Reach, a non-governmental, non-profit organization that negotiates the release of political prisoners and hostages around the world. With over 18 years in various aspects of strategic diplomacy, Mickey coined the term Fringe Diplomacy to describe the new field he is forging, an innovative discipline exploring the space in international relations just beyond the boundaries of States and Governments' capacity and authority. He manages relationships and private diplomacy efforts in North Korea, Cuba, Myanmar, Russia, Iran, Gaza, Venezuela and Africa. Nominated twice for the Nobel Peace Prize (2019 & 2023) alongside former Governor Bill Richardson; Mickey has led his teams at Global Reach and the Richardson Center to facilitate the release of more political prisoners than any other organization. Prior to his work with Global Reach, Mickey was Vice President and Executive Director of the Richardson Center for Global Engagement; Executive Director of the Global Alliances Program at the Aspen Institute; is a professor at Georgetown University School of Foreign Service, where he teaches about emotional intelligence in international relations, and was consultant to the Clinton Global Initiative. Mickey's book, IN THE SHADOWS; True Stories of High-Stakes Negotiations to Free Americans Captured Abroad, came out in June 2024. He has also published numerous articles and opinion pieces in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The International Herald Tribune, The Boston Globe, Foreign Policy Online, and HuffPost.He was recently honored with the 2023 James W. Foley Legacy Foundation American Hostage Freedom Award and serves on the Center for Strategic and International Studies Commission on Hostage Taking and Wrongful Detention. Mickey is a native of Tel Aviv and former combat officer in the Israel Defense Forces. He holds a master's degree in foreign service from Georgetown University.To know more about Mickey visit his socials:Instagram: @Mickey.BergmanX: @mickeybergman

Kathy Love is a certified self-care coach, 2x TEDx speaker, and bestselling author of My Self-Care Sh*t: The Workbook*. With over a decade of experience in wellness, leadership, and coaching, she helps —stop the people-pleasing and start reclaiming energy, time, and peace.Known for her bold yet compassionate approach, Kathy combines practical tools with deep mindset work to help clients break patterns of burnout, codependency, and chronic overgiving. She brings clarity, humor, and hard-won wisdom to every session, guiding people back to themselves with radical honesty and unwavering support.Her signature programs and workshops offer simple, sustainable self-care strategies that don't require expensive spa days—just a willingness to pause, breathe, and get your self-care sh*t together.To know more about Kathy visit her website:www.kathyleckey.comwww.myselfcareshit.com

Shola Richards is the CEO and Founder of Go Together Global®, the best-selling author of the award-winning book Civil Unity, and he is leading a worldwide movement to change the world based on how we treat each other at work. His tireless international efforts to make the world a kinder place from San Juan to Singapore have earned him the well-deserved nickname, “Brother Teresa”.As a speaker, Shola has shared his transformative leadership message with major media outlets such as the TODAY Show and CBS This Morning, with Fortune 500 companies such as Google and Microsoft, and in his greatest honor to date, in September 2021, he was invited to testify in front of the House of Representatives on Capitol Hill to share his expert recommendations on how to bring more civility to Congress (he'll be the first to tell you that they could use a refresher course.)To know more about Shola visit his website: www.sholarichards.com

Steve is a globally renowned talent strategist and advisor, sought after by leaders and organizations around the world. His client roster includes innovative organizations such as Airbnb, Salesforce, the Country Music Association, Manchester United Football Club, the BBC, and the City of Lisbon Portugal.Additionally, Steve is frequently retained by top VC firms and top consulting firms like Deloitte and McKinsey for his expertise.A dynamic speaker and educator, Steve presents at global conferences and teaches at leading universities.Before founding his firm in 2013, Steve spent over 25 years as an HR executive atindustry-leading companies like Cisco Systems and Electronic Arts.His career culminated in his role as LinkedIn's first Chief Human Resources Officer, where he helped grow the company from a private startup of 400 employees to a public powerhouse. His pioneering work in shaping LinkedIn's culture inspired Stanford University to create a graduate-level class based on his strategies.Throughout his career, the teams and cultures Steve has built have been recognized as world-class performers by The Wall Street Journal and Fortune Magazine. He has also been named one of the Top 100 Global Thought Leaders in People and Talent annually since 2021.In 2021, Steve released his acclaimed book Workquake, which explores the future of work and became an Amazon “Hot New Release” upon publication. Today, he serves on the boards of three companies and advises several forward-thinking organizations.To know more about Steve visit his website:www.stevecadigan.comThis episode is sponsored by: The Outlier ProjectWebsite: https://www.theoutlierproject.live/LinkedIn: @theoutlierproject

Over the last decade, Madeleine has built 3 successful companies and a community of over 2 million people.She is the founder of MHM Luxury Properties, Madeleine Raiford-Holland (MRH) Education, and Moderately High Maintenance Luxury Properties.Her mission is to inspire anyone who feels chained by golden handcuffs to step out of their comfort zone and build their own massively profitable short term rental business.Madeleine helps aspiring short term rental investors and established operators, start or optimize short term rental businesses that focus on elevated guest experiences and automated systems. Her goal is not only financial freedom but also time freedom to live life on your terms.To know more about Madeleine visit her website: www.madeleineraifordholland.comWatch The Luxe and The Short of It Podcast Episode 4 with Lyndsay Dowd Here:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/04-lyndsay-dowd-bouncing-back-better-finding-opportunity/id1792946314?i=1000689220717This episode is sponsored by: The Outlier ProjectWebsite: https://www.theoutlierproject.live/LinkedIn: @theoutlierproject

Jim Fielding is a respected leader and C-Suite veteran in brand strategy, consumer products and experiences, and storytelling. He has worked at some of the world's largest media and retail companies, including Disney, Dreamworks, and 20th Century Fox. He is a passionate advocate and philanthropist for the Queer Community, higher education, and diversity, equity and inclusion. As author of All Pride, No Ego (Wiley, Aug. 15, 2023), he is committed to safe and authentic spaces for all individuals and communities. Jim spends his time as an Executive Coach, Speaker, and Advocate now and gives back through his work with Braven Mentoring, the Indiana University Foundation Board, The Point Foundation, and various local community efforts in Atlanta.To know more about Jim visit his website: www.hijimfielding.comThis episode is sponsored by: The Outlier ProjectWebsite: https://www.theoutlierproject.live/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theoutlierproject

Enrique “Ric” Prado is a 24-year veteran of the CIA's operations directorate, playing a pivotal role in counterterrorism and clandestine operations. As a co-founder of the Osama bin Laden task force, Alec Station, and later Chief of Operations for the CIA's Counterterrorist Center, he was instrumental in the agency's post-9/11 counterterrorism expansion. Prado led high-stakes intelligence and kinetic operations worldwide, earning recognition for his leadership in some of the most challenging missions against terrorist networks and hostile foreign agents. His career has been described as an "operational adventure," with significant contributions to some of the most critical covert actions in modern CIA history. Born in Cuba, Prado experienced the Cuban Revolution before immigrating to the U.S. as a refugee. He later served as a U.S. Air Force Pararescue operator before joining the CIA, where he spent decades in high-threat environments, including Latin America, the Middle East, and East Asia. He was a key figure in operations against the Shining Path in Peru, the Abu Sayyaf Group in the Philippines, and North Korean intelligence activities. After retiring from the CIA, he continued his work in private intelligence and security operations. A recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including the CIA's Distinguished Career Intelligence Medal, Prado is widely regarded as one of the most accomplished and daring intelligence officers of his generation.He is an author of the best seller, “Black Ops- the life of a CIA Shadow Warrior.” Ric understands resilience, high stakes leadership and how to be incredibly decisive when it matters most. Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior https://www.cbsnews.com/video/black-ops-the-life-of-a-cia-shadow-warrior/ To know more about Ric visit his website: www.ricprado.comAll of the episodes in April are brought to you by The Outlier Project where we choose to live extraordinary lives.

What do you get when you combine a national touring DJ, a weight-loss transformation story, a 3 time game show contestant, an extroverted entertainer and a highly interactive keynote speaker? You get Rich Bracken. Rich is a phenomenal combo of heart, wit, smarts and experience and when he delivers a keynote- you won't forget it. Rich is an award-winning global keynote speaker, thought leader, television and media contributor, and consultant focusing on emotional intelligence, leadership, motivation, and business differentiation through client experience and branding. Combining his experience in sales, marketing, and client experience with his passion for public speaking and coaching, he brings a unique and refreshing blend of empathy and positivity that resonates with professionals from every level and background.He is also the Brand Ambassador for TalentSmartEQ, the #1 emotional intelligence firm in the world, which brings a higher level of content and after event training opportunities for your company.As an empathetic transformational conductor, Rich engages audiences, inspiring them with hope for a brighter, more successful future through authentic connections and genuine care.To know more about Rich visit his website:www.richbracken.comAll of the episodes this month are sponsored by The Outlier Project. If you want to discover a community where we choose to live extraordinary lives and value people over everything, DM me. I'll tell you all about it!Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/17A6ePHBDQBq1jl74hh3EO?si=qurm0bpgTpuryHUH9WLFQw&pt=fdee4867bb2d0740e6b3cb5b8deef06e&pi=y9ANItwXSTWk0

Sam McKenna, has spent her 15+ year career in Enterprise sales doing two things: breaking over 13 sales records and doing so by leading with a manners-first and buyers-first approach to sales that shuns the status quo of the profession.In addition to sharing her practical and actionable sales, leadership, and entrepreneurial tips, Sam holds an unparalleled amount of distinctions as a LinkedIn expert, including being one of few people to be a LinkedIn brand ambassador and LinkedIn Sales [In]sider. Further, she has been creating content since 2011, been an influencer on the platform since 2016, is a former Enterprise sales executive leader for LinkedIn's Sales Navigator division, and was awarded the coveted Top Voice on LinkedIn award in 2024.Sam has also been named a Top 100 Global Sales Leader 2023, Top 50 Women in Revenue, Top 25 Women in Revenue, Top 20 Women in Sales Leadership, repeated recognition as both a 100 Best LinkedIn Influencers and a Top Ten LinkedIn Sales Star, amongst dozens of awards, and is frequently sourced as a keynote speaker for global brands.She has also been a featured speaker at top business schools across the U.S. including Harvard Business School, Kelley Business School, and The Kellogg School of Management.Since its inception in 2019, #samsales has scaled to multi-millions in revenue, having achieved 312% of their first year's annual revenue goal and continued to have significant double-digit growth ever since.To date, #samsales has built itself into a powerhouse all-women team, served over 250 clients, raised over $110K for charity, been featured in global publications like the Wall Street Journal's print edition, Fortune, USA Today, Newsweek, and Business Insider, and has donated hundreds of training subscriptions to veterans, active-duty military and their spouses, and teachers transitioning to new roles.To know more about Samantha visit her website:www.samsalesconsulting.com

Command Sergeant Major Gretchen Evans, (U.S. Army, ret.) was at the height of a three-decade career in service to the country when she lost it all. Reaching the rank of Command Sergeant Major, the highest rank a non-commissioned officer may achieve. While overseeing 30,000+ ground troops in Afghanistan, CSM Evans was injured by a mortar blast from insurgents at a forward operating base. She woke up in a hospital in Germany and was deaf in both ears, suffered internal and external injuries, and had a traumatic brain injury.In an instant, she lost her career, self-identity, and sense of purpose, feeling as though when people looked at her, they saw someone who was broken. Paramount to her recovery and discovery was her first hearing service dog, Aura now retired. Rusty, her new service dog, joined Gretchen and now travels worldwide with her as she shares her story of grit, gumption, resilience, hope, and the importance of a rope team.To know more about Gretchen visit her website and socials:

Jacquie has spent over 30 years in mainstream consumer media. Working on iconic brands ranging from Country Life to FHM, and Grazia to The Sun and The Times. Jacquie's expertise has covered trading, creative partnerships, sponsorship and affiliate deals. Jacquie has worked across different platforms – with the majority of her experience nestled in mainstream press, digital and events. Jacquie co-founded Visible Inc with Jane Evans in 2019. Their mission is simple – to unleash the power of midlife women. Easy to say – slightly more challenging to deliver.To know more about Jacquie visit her website:www.visiblestart.com

Melanie Borden is the Founder & CEO of The Borden Group, where she helps Founders, C-suites, and Executives align their real-life expertise with impactful strategies to unlock opportunities and build meaningful relationships at scale. With a strong foundation as a marketing executive, Melanie has leveraged extensive expertise to bridge the gap between online marketing strategies and brand-building for both corporate and personal brands.Melanie's approach combines proven strategies, tools, and insights developed through a journey of personal and professional growth, along with extensive work with clients across various industries. Areas of expertise include marketing strategy and execution, building in-house agencies, budget optimization, strategic vendor partnerships, enhancing digital footprints through social media, reputation management, online monetization, and streamlining advertising processes for maximum impact.Melanie's work and insights have been featured in leading publications such as Entrepreneur, LA Weekly, New York City Biz List, New York Weekly, and The Wall Street Journal. Additionally, she is a proud member of the Forbes Agency Council.To know more about Melanie visit her website:www.humantobrand.com

With over two decades of experience founding and scaling 3 global companies to $50M+ in revenue, Garrett Delph is the Founder/CEO of Clarity Ops, LLC, the first choice operating partner to Founders, CEO's, and C-Suite Leadership Teams. He specializes in reorganizing business operations for scale and growth through his proprietary The FASTT Solutions System. Think of Garrett as the Marie Kondo of business-eliminating clutter and creating clarity-freeing leaders to focus on growth and innovation.To know more about Garrett visit his website:www.clarityops.co

It is said life is a tough teacher. We get the test first and then learn the lesson.Perhaps no one knows that better than Kristen Christy.As a world-class athlete at 15, she experienced a massive stroke from a brainhemorrhage that left her physically and mentally broken with her identity inquestion.The suicide of her first husband after a deployment devastated her family andleft Kristen feeling shame and guilt.Both of her sons' attempted suicides and the later disappearance of her oldestdue to mental illness left Kristen with a sense of failure –she failed as a spouse and as a mother.H.O.P.E. is what helped Kristen persevere over life's brutal tests. Her storyreinforces the superpower of connectedness and community. As she says, “Weare made to do life together. “She has inspired multiple military, veteran, corporate, educational, and faith-based organizations and has been featured in numerous magazines, radiostations, television appearances, and newspapers.Be inspired by her story and walk away armed with the H.O.P.E. needed toface daily battles and come through them stronger.To know more about Kristen visit her website:www.KristenChristyCares.com

Chris Hare uses Atomic Storytelling™ and strategic narrative design to help visionary leaders and their teams make a more meaningful dent in the universe. Chris a veteran of Amazon and Microsoft and is founder and principal of The Storied Future, where he helps clients—ranging from startups and midmarket companies to trillion-dollar titans—to build narratives that shift the future. He is also a keynote speaker and the host of The Storied Future Podcast, where he highlights leaders who have put narratives into the world and used those narratives to shift the future. His guests have included senior leaders from Logitech, NASA, Microsoft, Bain & Company, and Netflix. In his spare time, Chris leads therapeutic storytelling for a fly-fishing nonprofit that serves combat-wounded veterans.To know more about Chris visit his website:www.thestoriedfuture.com

Courtney Turich is a bold risk-taker, seasoned sales leader, and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the medical device and healthcare industries. From securing a deal on Shark Tank with Mark Cuban and Lori Greiner, to helping cancer patients minimize hair loss as Global VP of Sales and Marketing at Cooler Heads, Courtney's career is defined by innovation and impact. She is passionate about empowering others to make bold moves and confident choices. Courtney's adventurous spirit has taken her from small-town Indiana to residing in eight states and even solo backpacking in Australia. As a member of The Outlier Project and host of the podcast Bold Moves, Confident Choices, Courtney inspires others to embrace change and live life to the fullest. To know more about Courtney visit her website: www.thecourtneyturich.com

Christine is a dynamic C-level executive, transformational leader, and leadership coach, celebrated for blending business innovation with human-centered leadership. With expertise spanning healthcare, technology, biotech, and consumer packaged goods (CPG), she drives commercialization, scalability, and growth by uniting people around shared visions and creating empowered, collaborative cultures. As the Founder and CEO of Cofinity Consulting, LLC, Christine integrates pragmatic strategies with intuitive insights to align people-first cultures with strategic business goals. Her leadership combines corporate expertise and entrepreneurial spirit, honed through top roles in Fortune 500 companies, start-ups, and consulting with CEOs and leadership teams across diverse industries. An ICF Certified Leadership Coach (2025), Master Certified Spirit Coach®, Certified Lumina Learning Facilitator, Certified HeartMath Team Facilitator, Meditation Teacher, Ordained Minister, and Intuitive Healer, Christine is passionate about fostering thriving organizations that deliver exceptional value through innovation, collaboration, and human connection. To know more about Christine visit her website: www.cofinityconsulting.com

Jackie Summers is a James Beard Finalist, seasoned public speaker, and serial entrepreneur. Summers is the founder of JackFromBrooklyn Inc. and the creator of the award-winning Sorel Liqueur. His accolades include: Being named among the inaugural “Drink Innovators of the Year by Food & Wine Magazine, being named among the inaugural “Wine Enthusiast Future 40“, being ranked among the world's “100 Most Influential Bar Industry Figures” by Drinks International Magazine (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023), being named to the The 50 Most Influential People In Brooklyn Food (Brooklyn Magazine, 2015), being named to the Imbibe 75 (2021), and being named the 2019 Award winner for “Best Food Essay” by the Association of Food Journalists. He served 3 years as co-chair of the Education Committee for Tales of the Cocktail and 3 years as co-chair of the Education Committee for Bar Convent Brooklyn. He currently sits on the Vibe Advisory Council. Jackie has written for everyone from the James Beard Foundation to Plate, Wine Enthusiast, VinePair, Epicurious, Delish, and Edible Brooklyn. His flagship brand, Sorel Liqueur, is the most-awarded liqueur American made liqueur of all time, having garnered hundreds of gold (or better) awards. To know more about Jackie visit his Socials: Instagram: @theliquortarian LinkedIn: @jackie-summers

Maggie Brady is a progressive leader with 20 years of global HR leadership experience spanning Fortune 500, private equity, and venture capital backed companies. She started her career journey at Arthur Andersen as part of their Change Enablement consulting practice and then pivoted to HR, earning her stripes as a graduate of GE's HR Leadership Program. Since then, Maggie has gained experience leading all aspects of the HR/People function globally at companies such as HD Supply, Fiserv and Convoy. After an unexpected and unpaid sabbatical from her last company, Maggie thrives as VP of HR and Talent at White Cap, the leading North American distributor of construction products and equipment to over 10,000 professional contractors. Maggie is a happily retired collegiate swimmer and a fellow Swiftie. Her goal that she started in 2024 and continues today is to fall in love with her life! To know more about Maggie visit her LinkedIn: @maggiebrady1

Rashmi Airan is a captivating and motivational speaker, consultant, and catalyst for transformation with a mission to foster organizational cultures centered around authenticity. Her powerful story transcends the pitfalls of making a life-altering decision; it's a tale of leadership, core values, and decision-making, capable of creating a safe haven for courageous and often challenging conversations. As a first-generation immigrant of Indian descent raised with lofty expectations, Rashmi excelled as a lawyer, graduating with honors from Columbia Law School. After gaining experience at major corporations, she embarked on an independent law practice in Miami. During the housing boom, she developed an ethical blind spot collaborating with a real estate developer engaged in questionable practices. Driven by her desire for success to provide for her children, Rashmi refrained from questioning her client's actions despite her inner voice urging caution. This led to a federal prison sentence for bank fraud. During her six months in federal prison, Rashmi found inner peace and self-forgiveness. This humbling yet invaluable experience made her realize that while living with remorse is one thing, allowing it to define one's identity is another. Now a "recovering lawyer and investment banker," female leader, and community entrepreneur, Rashmi is an internationally recognized keynote speaker and TEDx presenter. With over thirty years of real-world experience in finance, business and law, Rashmi Airan intimately understands the complexities modern leaders face. Her expertise is bolstered by years of research in behavioral psychology and collaborations with renowned global brands like Coca-Cola, Cardinal Health, Merck, Comcast, Sotheby's, and Hershey's. Deloitte has recognized the transformative power and relatability of Rashmi's journey, which spans from an Ivy League education to federal prison.

Ryan Lavarnway, a former Major League Baseball catcher, is now a sought-after leadership coach and keynote speaker. With a 15-year MLB career that included winning the 2013 World Series with the Boston Red Sox, Ryan also represented Israel in the World Baseball Classic and Olympics. A Yale standout, he set records and earned MVP honors internationally. Today, Ryan inspires audiences with his dynamic approach to unlocking leadership potential and fostering a winning mindset. To know more about Ryan visit his socials: Instagram: @rlavarnway Linkedin: @ryanlavarnway --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

WGA, DGA, GOLDEN GLOBE nominee, and Emmy Governors award recipient, Greg Berlanti is the force behind some of the most creative and acclaimed works in film and television. He began his career in TV as a staff writer on the hit show Dawson's Creek, becoming an executive producer and showrunner of the series after only one year on staff. Since then, Berlanti has served as a creator or executive producer on over 45 television shows including such beloved hits as You, Everwood, Brothers & Sisters, Arrow, The Flash, Riverdale, All American, Found, The Flight Attendant and many others. Berlanti Productions has had as many as 15 shows on the air at one time — a record-breaking number of shows to air at one time for a tv producer and creator. He made his film directorial debut in 2000 with The Broken Hearts Club and has since directed several projects including the critically acclaimed film, Love, Simon. Berlanti has also produced numerous feature films including My Policeman, Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed, Free Guy, and Red, White and Royal Blue. Berlanti's most recent directorial project, Apple Original Films' Fly Me To The Moon starring Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, was released in theaters July 2024. Berlanti was included in Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People of 2020, received the PGA's Norman Lear Achievement Award and received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022 for his work in television. He founded the Berlanti Family Foundation which has raised millions of dollars for charities, non-profits, and cancer research. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his husband and two children. To know more about Greg visit his instagram: @gberlanti --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Damion Lupo is a seasoned entrepreneur who has launched and grown over 70 companies from $0 to $100 million throughout a remarkable 25-year journey. In addition to being a prolific author with 12 published books, Damion is celebrated for his extraordinary achievements in building multiple companies from the ground up, many of which have reached seven, eight, and even nine-figure valuations. Despite a significant setback that saw him lose a $20 million portfolio at the age of 30, Damion's resilience and determination led him to not only overcome homelessness but also rebuild his wealth beyond 9-figures. Today, he is a driving force in transforming the retirement landscape with his groundbreaking retirement plan system and revolutionizing the home and apartment construction industry through his pioneering work with Frametec. To know more about Damion visit his website: www.turnkeyretirement.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Denise Brosseau has the unlikely expertise of being a thought leader…about thought leadership. She is the bestselling author of Ready to Be a Thought Leader? (Wiley) and the CEO of the Thought Leadership Lab, where she works with executives and their teams on their journey from leader to thought leader. Her clients have included executives at Genentech, PayPal, eBay and many other Fortune 500 companies. Denise began her own ‘accidental' thought leadership journey as the founding CEO of the Forum for Women Entrepreneurs (FWE), the first trade association for women building venture fundable businesses. She grew FWE to 7 cities across the US and she also co-founded Springboard, the first venture capital conference for women entrepreneurs which has since led to over $39 billion in funding for women founded and led businesses. For this work, she was recognized as a Champion of Change by the White House. Today, Denise is an international keynote speaker and workshop leader and her LinkedIn Learning courses on thought leadership have been viewed by more than 200,000 people around the world. She also founded and runs a diverse community for women authors. Denise began her career in the technology industry where she led product teams at Kensington, Motorola and Broderbund Software. She received her MBA from Stanford Business School and her BA from Wellesley College. To know more about Denise visit her website: www.thoughtleadershiplab.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Laura's secret superpower is seeing your greatness and reflecting it back on you, so that you can get “unstuck” — and achieve extraordinary results. A regular contributor to Good Morning America, the TODAY Show, Harvard Business Review, and Oprah Daily, Laura is the Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of three books, Wonderhell, Limitless, and Mission-Driven. Laura's 30-year resume is defined by her entrepreneurial edge. She served as a Presidential Appointee in Bill Clinton's White House, helping shape AmeriCorps; left a leadership role at respected national search firm to expand a tech start-up; and founded, ran, and sold her own global search firm, partnering with the full gamut of mission driven corporate and nonprofit executives. Laura is turned on by the audacity of The Big Idea and that larger-than-life goal you just can't seem to shake. She's an instigator, motivator, and provocateur, and she's never met a revolution she didn't like. Just ask her enduringly patient husband, two almost-grown sons, and two troublesome pups with whom she lives outside of Boston, MA. To learn more about Laura, go to her website: www.lauragassnerotting.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Rebecca is the founder of Tactical Harmony, an online business dedicated to mentoring ambitious professionals and businesses on holistic leadership and mindset strategies. She is also the host of the “Tactical Harmony” podcast, in which she shares game-changing, transformative tactics supporting her community to gracefully navigate their career and homelife, while enjoying freedom, abundance and bliss. Over the last two decades, Rebecca served as an NCIS Special Agent and as a senior leader at a technology company. Throughout her global experience living and working around the world, 9+ years of which were in the leadership ranks, Rebecca saw first-hand how holistic leadership was the answer to every challenge. And now, it is Rebecca's mission and pledge to share these lessons and blessings with the world. To learn more about Rebecca, go to her website: www.tacticalharmony.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Dan's journey is a testament to the power of passion and entrepreneurship. Growing up on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, he spent his summers at Camp Takajo in Maine, where he developed a deep love for the camp experience. Little did he know that his hobby of creating a Dave Matthews Band Tour Archive website in high school would lay the foundation for his future career. In 2001, while still a college student at Emory University, Dan's ingenuity led him to create a system to streamline Camp Takajo's staff hiring process. This project evolved into CampMinder, a company that now serves nearly 1,000 of the world's best summer camps. Dan's unique blend of computer science knowledge and economic understanding has been instrumental in CampMinder's success. His leadership style, deeply rooted in Takajo's Arch Ideals, emphasizes people-first principles and creating a supportive work environment. Beyond his professional achievements, Dan is a devoted family man, living in Boulder, Colorado with his wife and 9-year-old twins. He's an avid guitarist, songwriter, and ski enthusiast. To learn more about Dan, go to his website: www.campminder.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Megan Reilly started as an entrepreneur at age 19 and over the last two decades has built an international franchise, started a top 12 podcast and ignited crowds all around the country as a keynote speaker. A 2012 Shark Tank Alum, Megan and her former business partner received multiple offers from Sharks yet decided to grow their business on their own. As owner and COO of Tippi Toes, Inc, Megan helped grow the company from a part time business to 70 franchises over 23 years. During her tenure Megan wrote children's music albums that reached number 1 on iTunes chart. In August 2024 Megan successfully exited her company. Megan is the creator and host of one of the Top 12 Parenting Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Who Is Your Momma Podcast, where she speaks to the mothers of some of the world's most successful CEOs, athletes, and entertainers. Megan worked as an expert mentor for Jesse Itzler's elite coaching program, Elite365. Megan is a Top Voice on LinkedIn and engages regularly with thousands of followers on the platform. Megan speaks to organizations all across the country sharing the lessons she has learned from more than 20 years as a thriving entrepreneur. Megan and her husband Chris have been married since 2007 and have three daughters. Visit Megan's website, https://www.megan-reilly.com/ Follow Megan on LinkedIn along more than 20,000 others - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganlreilly-speaker Megan on IG https://www.instagram.com/meganlreilly/?hl=en Listen to Who Is Your Momma on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6er3DfXbIQOSQXIBJAXnVF?si=y-BJ1ehnQS-JgIAUzFAFRg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Jennifer Sethre is the CEO and founder of Intry, a technology-driven matchmaking service connecting job seekers with employers. Intry was showcased at the White House in 2018 as a company to watch, and Jennifer has participated in prestigious events such as the Yale CEO Summit and Yale CEO College at the New York Stock Exchange. Throughout her career, she has held leadership roles as President, CEO, and VP across various tech and consumer product companies. Jen is a true visionary and she and her team were the creators of the prelit Xmas Tree! She has multiple patents in her name and has worked with companies in over 18 countries giving her a truly global perspective. Her insights and success stories have been featured on major media outlets including CNBC, NBC, and Yahoo Finance. She thrives on solving complex challenges but is most proud of her ability to merge technology with humanity. To learn more about Jennifer, go to her website: www.intrycareers.com/  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Michael Sheldrick is a policy entrepreneur, author and a driving force behind the efforts of Global Citizen to end extreme poverty. As a Co-Founder and Chief Policy, Impact, and Government Affairs Officer, he leads the organization's campaigns to mobilize support from governments, businesses, and foundations. He is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, From Ideas to Impact: A Playbook for Influencing and Implementing Change in a Divided World (Wiley: April 2024). With a career that spans the world of pop and policy, Michael has worked with an impressive roster of international artists such as Beyoncé, Coldplay, Idris and Sabrina Elba, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Priyanka Chopra, Rihanna and Usher, as well as prominent political leaders including Brazilian President Lula da Silva, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Barbados' Prime Minister Mia Mottley, former UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, and former Australian Prime Ministers Julia Gillard and Kevin Rudd. He has co-produced some of the world's most impactful social campaigns and events, including the annual Global Citizen Festival in New York, the Guinness World Record-winning virtual concert One World: Together At Home, and the Nelson Mandela 2018 centennial celebration, Mandela 100. These initiatives have reached millions of people in over 150 countries and helped secure over $40 billion in support for local and regional organizations working to provide access to essential resources such as healthcare, education, and climate resilience. To learn more about Mick, go to his website: www.michaelsheldrick.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Cynthia Barnes is a powerhouse in sales empowerment and women's professional development. As the Founder of the National Association of Women Sales Professionals, Cynthia is revolutionizing how we think about confidence and success. Her groundbreaking work explores a fascinating question: Can we reverse engineer confidence through deliberate affirmation? Cynthia's innovative approach centers on the transformative power of four simple words: "Thank you, it's true." A 4X Salesforce Top Influencer and bestselling author, Cynthia brings over 15 years of sales leadership experience to this conversation. To learn more about Cynthia, go to her website: www.cynthia-barnes.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Pete Schramm loves bringing people together! A serial entrepreneur, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author, is passionate about connecting people and fostering intentional, sustainable, and meaningful relationships in the workplace. With a background in farming and basketball before traveling the world and getting into mechanical engineering and leadership roles at Lockheed Martin, QinetiQ, and ETC where he built robots for the Army, Pete leverages his expertise to cultivate engagement through conversations as the founder of Lattitude, a leadership development and survey software. Companies use the tech to amplify new employee retention and get folks promotion ready – think Duolingo for career growth. He published his first (bestselling) book at the end of 2023, Pathfinders: Navigating Your Career Map with a Personal Board of Advisors. You may find him doing some pottery or coaching basketball while not speaking or riding the Peloton – go race him #SchrammFarm To learn more about Pete, go to his website: www.golattitude.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Kevin Rempel is a 2013 World Champion and 2014 Sochi Paralympic bronze medalist in sledge hockey with an incredible story of overcoming a tremendous amount of adversity.   After a freestyle motocross accident left Kevin an incomplete paraplegic at the age of 23, he was told by doctors he would likely never walk again.   Ironically enough, Kevin's father, Gerry, was also paralyzed just four years earlier after falling from a tree while deer hunting, rendering him a complete paraplegic.   Unfortunately, Gerry soon after took his own life, and though Kevin considered doing the same thing, he knew that he must take control over his mindset and chose a different path.   Today, Kevin delivers keynote and workshops to corporate audiences helping adopt what he calls, The Hero Mindset, by focusing on small things that make a big difference to become a hero in your own story.   Additionally, Kevin is also a mindset coach who, using a framework called The Hero Mindset Blueprint, helps people with disabilities navigate their career and life transitions.   Kevin is the author of Still Standing: When You Have Every Reason to Give Up, Keep Going, and his story has been featured around the world in media such as CBC, TSN, and BBC Sport. To learn more about Kevin, go to his website: www.kevinrempel.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

JESSICA ZWEIG, has been described as "a voice of her time” by Marianne Williamson and a “Personal Branding Expert” by Forbes. A serial entrepreneur, Jessica founded three businesses and recently sold her agency, SimplyBe., the nation's premier personal branding company. Her first book was the #1 bestseller, Be: A No Bullsh*t Guide to Increasing Your Self-Worth and Your Net Worth by Simply Being Yourself. Her recent release, THE LIGHT WORK: Reclaim Your Feminine Power, Live Your Cosmic Truth, Illuminate the World, hit #18 on USA Today's National Bestseller List. Host of the top-ranked podcast, The Spiritual Hustler, Zweig is a highly sought-after speaker for companies like Google, Mindvalley, Create & Cultivate, and Nike, a leader of a global community of spiritual women and hosts sold-out retreats on business, branding, and spirituality across the world. To learn more about Jessica, go to her website: www.jessicazweig.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Noah Pusey is the President and CEO of Ripple Analytics - a cloud-based talent assessment platform that replaces the annual review with timely, objective and actionable peer-to-peer data. Ripple disrupts how organizations evaluate talent and empowers leaders to build stronger, engaged, efficient, productive and culture-driven Teams. Noah received his undergraduate degree from Boston College and his law degree from Brooklyn Law School. He enjoys golf, skiing and hiking. Noah was born and raised on a small farm in southern Vermont where his parents and sister still live. To learn more about Frankie, go to his website: www.ripplefeedback.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Frankie Russo is a visionary in authenticity, imagination and growth. An entrepreneur with a proven track record for using innovative methods to unlock rapid growth. Russo has led multiple companies to remarkable growth landing on the Inc. 500/5000 list 8 years in a row, including 60X growth in three years of his tech company 360ia, leading to an acquisition by a Fortune 500 company. Organizations that Russo has collaborated with who have embraced his “Love Your Weird” movement were able to adapt, innovate and grow through massive uncertainty and change. In his latest work Russo shares the critical unlocks for driving unprecedented and continuous growth by leading with authenticity, imagination and generosity. He is the author of two best-selling books and a sought-after speaker known for transforming organizational cultures and inspiring individual and corporate growth. His keynote experiences are tailored, experiential, and full of actionable insights for fostering a culture of authenticity, imagination and collaboration to unlock breakthrough results and extraordinary transformation and growth. Frankie's highest calling is his family, and he happily lives with his wife and six children in Louisiana. To learn more about Frankie, go to her website: www.FrankieRusso.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Sam Horn helps people “connect the dots forward” and create one-of-a-kind presentations, pitches, books, brands, businesses, and messages that scale their impact – for good.   Sam has authored 10 books including Tongue Fu!®, POP!, Wash Post bestseller Got Your Attention? Her latest book Talking on Eggshells received a glowing Pub Weekly review, was featured in Forbes, and endorsed by Marie Forleo, Jack Canfield, Lynn Twist, Dr. Ivan Misner (founder of BNI) and Whole Foods founder John Mackey who calls it “The course-correct for today's cancel culture.”  Clients: Sam has presented for hundreds of organizations = Intel, Oracle, Accenture, Cisco, YPO, EO, Nationwide, Johnson & Johnson, Amgen, Kaiser Permanente, Ernst-Young, U.S. Embassy in London. Specialties: Sam served as the Pitch Coach for Springboard Enterprises which has helped entrepreneurs generate $36.8 billion in funding/valuation – and has been brought in by NASA, TED FELLOWS and Richard Branson's NEW NOW LEADERS to teach public speaking/media training. To learn more about Sam, go to her website: www.samhorn.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Dr. Paul J. Zak is Distinguished University Professor at Claremont Graduate University and is in the top 0.3% of most cited scientists. Paul's two decades of research extending the boundaries of behavioral neuroscience have taken him from the Pentagon to Fortune 50 boardrooms to the rainforest of Papua New Guinea. His most recent book is Immersion: The Science of the Extraordinary and the Source of Happiness. Besides his academic appointment, he is a four time tech entrepreneur. In 2017 he founded Immersion Neuroscience, a software platform that allows anyone to measure what the brain loves in real-time that is used to improve outcomes in entertainment, education, advertising, and emotional health. He is a regular TED speaker and ha s appeared on Good Morning America, Dr. Phil, Fox & Friends, ABC Evening News, and has been reported in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Time, The Economist, Scientific American, Fast Company, Forbes, and many others. To learn more about Paul, go to his website: www.paulzak.com www.getimmersion.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

With 20 years of experience in sales and lifestyle strategy, Felicia Kelly empowers women in intense, high-stress environments to find alignment in their personal and professional lives. After more than a decade of training high-performers and making her first $1,000,000, Felicia faced a tragic loss and was diagnosed with MS. These experiences led her to become an EMT and speaker, dedicated to helping women navigate their challenges. As a former 7-figure business coach and 2x author, she has guided women worldwide to generate over $5,000,000 in revenue while building thriving marriages and fulfilling their God-given purposes. Now, as a speaker, workshop facilitator, and creator of The RICH Side NewsletterTM, Felicia shares The RICH Method for LivingTM to help women redesign their lives, discover newfound peace, and activate abundance through an aligned, purpose-driven lifestyle. To learn more about Felicia, go to her website: www.feliciakelly.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Steve Cadigan is a highly sought-after talent advisor to leaders and organizations across the globe. As Founder of his own Silicon Valley-based firm, Cadigan Talent Ventures, Steve advises a wide range of innovative organizations that include Google, Cisco, Intel, The Royal Bank of Scotland, Manchester United Football Club, Salesforce and the BBC. He is also regularly retained by some leading VC (Venture Capital) and Consulting firms such as Andreesen Horowitz, McKinsey & Company, Deloitte, and Greylock Partners for his counsel on a wide range of talent topics. Steve speaks at conferences and teaches in major universities around the world. His work in helping shape the culture at LinkedIn led Stanford University to build a graduate-level class around this ground-breaking work. Steve is frequently asked to appear on global TV and is a frequent guest on Bloomberg West, CBS, and CNBC. Throughout his career, the teams, cultures, and organizations he has led and helped build have been recognized as exceptional, “world-class” performers by the Wall Street Journal and Fortune Magazine. Before launching his firm, Steve worked as an HR executive for over 25 years at a wide range of companies and industries including ESPRIT, Fireman's Fund Insurance, Cisco Systems, PMC-Sierra, Electronic Arts and capped by serving as the first CHRO for LinkedIn from 2009 through 2012, taking the company from a private firm of 400 employees, through an IPO and helping set it up to be the powerhouse that it has become today. In 2021 Steve received the high honour of being invited by both The University of San Francisco and Stanford University to deliver their commencement speeches. To learn more about Steve, go to his website: www.stevecadigan.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Claude Silver is VaynerMedia's (and the world's) inaugural Chief Heart Officer, Second in command to entrepreneurial and social media influencer, Gary Vaynerchuk. She understands that the key to unlocking greatness in people requires letting go of traditional leadership and HR methods and leaning into human-to-human connection. She sees it as her job to infuse empathy into every aspect of the organization. As a global speaker, podcaster, industry trendsetter, and LinkedIn influencer, she's now inspiring other leaders to do the same. With Claude as Chief Heart Officer, Vayner has grown from 400 people to a global team of 2000 with offices in nine countries, and she helped lead VaynerMedia, its foundational company, to be named the Breakthrough Media Agency of 2022 by AdWeek. She has proven that empathy plays a role in fueling growth and she does everything she can to make every human feel safe, seen, valued, and included, and to ensure every leader takes a hard look at how they are showing up and the environment they are creating. To learn more about Claude, go to her website: www.claudesilver.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Matthew Emerzian is the founder and CEO of Every Monday Matters (EMM), a non- profit organization committed to helping people and organizations understand how much and why they matter. The EMM K-12 Education Program currently reaches over 3 million students in all 50 states and six countries; the EMM Employee Engagement and Culture Program is changing the culture of companies nationwide; and, the EMM Senior Living Program brings dignity and purpose to our country's senior population.   His work has been hailed by Oprah.com, The TODAY Show, Fast Company Magazine, Hallmark TV, Maria Shriver's Sunday Paper, and several other media outlets. And, he is the author of 4 bestselling books, including his recent and most personal title, You Matter – Learning to Love Who You Really Are. Over the past 15 years, Matt has traveled the country, sharing his unique story and insight on finding purpose. He is here today to help all of us embrace how much and why we matter. To learn more about Matt, go to his website: www.matthewemerzian.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Ricki Pasinelli is a seasoned business strategist and growth expert with a knack for turning potential into reality, plateaus into strategic initiatives and actions. With over two decades of experience, she's mastered the art of navigating complex business landscapes and propelling companies to new heights. As the CEO Whisperer and founder of The Make Partnership, Ricki specializes in helping mid-sized businesses break through plateaus and achieve sustainable growth. Her unique blend of large agency experience, strategic thinking, practical experience empowers CEOs and leadership teams to overcome challenges and drive forward momentum. Ricki's industry-agnostic approach allows her to dive deep into the core issues hindering growth, regardless of the sector. Whether it's crafting a winning brand strategy, developing innovative product strategy, or optimizing business operations, Ricki delivers tangible results. Beyond the boardroom, Ricki is an avid adventurer who believes in pushing boundaries and embracing new challenges. Her passion for hiking, cycling, and skiing mirrors her entrepreneurial spirit – always seeking new paths and overcoming obstacles. This adventurous side complements her business acumen, as she brings a fresh perspective and unwavering determination to every project. Ricki's philosophy centers on building strong relationships based on trust, respect, and shared purpose. She believes in creating lasting partnerships that drive innovation and success. Her ability to connect with people on both a personal and professional level is a key ingredient to her success. Whether you're looking to ignite your business growth or simply seeking inspiration, Ricki Pasinelli is your go-to expert. To learn more about Ricki, go to her Linkedin: @ricki-pasinelli --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Debra Boulanger is the CEO of Life After Corporate and the founder of The Launch Lab for women entrepreneurs, the Reliable Revenue Mastermind, and host of the Life After Corporate podcast. She helps smart, accomplished women leaders make the leap from Corporate to entrepreneurship. Over the last 20 years, Deb has launched dozens of services that generated hundreds of millions in revenue for her clients and launched and grew a single division at Gartner, Inc. from 0 to $32 Million in 30 months. She has taught and advised hundreds of new and aspiring women entrepreneurs to use these proven strategies to test their business ideas and validate their money-making model. To learn more about Deb, go to her website: https://www.thegreatdoover.com/ or on Linkedin: @debboulanger --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Simon Alexander Ong, an award-winning life coach, is highly regarded for his energy, wisdom, and insights as a speaker. With a global presence, Simon captivates audiences in keynote talks, fireside chats, and workshops, where he imparts knowledge on avoiding a human energy crisis through comprehensive energy management - spanning physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual perspectives. Simon firmly believes that “when it comes to happiness and productivity, energy truly is everything.” By unlocking the art and science of energy management, Simon equips his audiences with the tools to live each day with heightened energy levels, enabling them to transform their lives and careers. Simon's expertise has attracted media attention, leading to interviews with esteemed platforms like Sky News and BBC. He has also worked with prominent brands such as Unilever and Barclays, advocating for improved lifestyle habits and employee well-being. Moreover, Simon's guidance has been sought by influential companies like Salesforce, Microsoft, and EY, to unlock the full energetic potential of their leaders and teams. Adobe described a recent keynote he delivered as ‘truly amazing and mind blowing' while Docusign commented that ‘Simon's ability to deliver wisdom in clear and simple ways, is energizing and inspirational. Hearing Simon speak, it's impossible not to come away feeling challenged and changed, in a good way.' In addition to his exceptional speaking prowess, Simon is a celebrated author. His debut book, Energize, was published by Penguin in April 2022 and quickly soared to become an instant bestseller. The book received accolades, winning the Book of the Year in the Wellness and Wellbeing category at The Business Book Awards. To learn more about Laurel, go to his website: https://www.simonalexanderong.com/ or on Linkedin: @simonalexanderong --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Laurel has been busy serving others as a marriage and family therapist for 24 years. She began specializing in trauma 8 years ago. She has trained clinicians both nationally and internationally in therapeutic modalities to treat trauma. On her journey of treating trauma, she realized she could also treat people outside of the clinical setting who were stuck and limited by old responses to past negative life events. This led her to work with high performing individuals in the corporate, sports and healthcare arenas, to name a few. She is the author of "Betrayed, Not Broken", a book dealing with the trauma of infidelity. She is also the owner of Lighthouse Counseling in Groton, CT, a group practice, as well as the founder of Optimal Outcome, a coaching and consulting business. She is a collaborator and contributor to the recently developed therapy model of Critical Memory Integration. She is also an expert contributor to national outlets such as Newsweek and the Chicago Times. Laurel offers corporate workshops and training, is a presenter at conferences, consults with clinicians, and works 1:1 with individuals who desire to elevate their performance by eliminating the effect and impact of triggers, negative life events and trauma. Summary In this episode, Laurel Wiers, a family and marriage therapist, talks about trauma and memory integration. Laurel shares her journey of initially avoiding trauma therapy to becoming passionate about it after experiencing its transformative effects. She explains that trauma is not limited to big events like abuse or accidents, but also includes negative life events that shape our perception of ourselves and the world. Laurel discusses the importance of releasing trauma for leaders, as it frees up energy and allows them to show up as their best selves. She shares examples of clients she has helped and explains her quick and effective trauma integration process. Laurel also talks about her work with first responders and her plans for the future. Keywords trauma, memory integration, negative life events, leadership, energy, transformation, therapy, first responders Takeaways Trauma is not limited to big events like abuse or accidents, but also includes negative life events that shape our perception of ourselves and the world. Releasing trauma frees up energy and allows leaders to show up as their best selves. Memory integration is a quick and effective process for resolving trauma and its triggers. Trauma therapy can be especially beneficial for first responders who experience cumulative trauma. Travel inspires Laurel, and she hopes her legacy will be that people feel seen, heard, and transformed after spending time with her. To learn more about Laurel, go to her website: https://laurelwiers.com/ or on instagram & Linkedin: @laurelwiers --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Elatia Abate is an entrepreneur with a mission to revolutionize leadership to empower humanity in the Age of AI. Named a Forbes leading female futurist, she is a globally recognized expert on the futures of work and strategy and currently serves as Futurist in Residence for Paylocity. Her Future-Led Leadership™️ learning and development content has been utilized in organizations including Verizon, UniGroup RMI – Rocky Mountain Institute, Grupo Globo, CME Group, Arcus Power, GMAC (Graduate Management Admissions Council), and The College of William and Mary Raymond A. Mason School of Business. Elatia is a sought-after keynote speaker on the topics of the future of work, leadership and resilience, sharing her message for audiences of tens and auditoriums of thousands for including, Citi, NY Life, VRBO, Deloitte, Honeywell, Belcorp, and SHRM, among many others. She has a TEDx talk titled, “Pioneering the Future of Work.” In a former life she served as Global Director, Talent Acquisition with Anheuser-Busch InBev and Vice President of Human Resources at Dow Jones & Company. Abate is the author of the career design book, Build a Career You Love. She has been featured in Fast Company, Esquire, Chief, Forbes, Exame, and La Voz, as well as in work with Trevor Noah and Tony Robbins. She was the only woman to contribute to the Tony Robbins 2020 Business Resiliency Expert series. She is an instructor for LinkedIn Learning, in the Continuing Studies Department of Stanford University, and the Executive Education Department of The University of Chicago's Booth School of Business. She received her BA and MBA from the University of Chicago. Summary In this episode, Elatia Abate, a globally recognized expert on the futures of work and strategy, discusses the role of a futurist and the future of work. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing AI as a general purpose technology that will transform jobs, the business landscape, and societal structures. Abate also highlights the need for a shift in leadership to pilot the emergence of this new world, moving beyond the traditional assembly line logic and embracing a more heart-centered and purpose-driven approach. She shares tips on building a career you love, emphasizing the importance of a future-led strategy and aligning with your values. Abate's legacy is to inspire and empower others to evolve and be better versions of themselves. Contact info: linkedin.com/in/elatiaabate elatiaabate.com bit.ly/BuildACareerYouLove Keywords futurist, future of work, AI, leadership, career, purpose, alignment, heart-centered, values Takeaways A futurist helps people think strategically about the future and create solutions to build a better future. AI is a general purpose technology that will radically transform jobs, the business landscape, and societal structures. Leadership needs to evolve to pilot the emergence of the new world, moving beyond the traditional assembly line logic and embracing a heart-centered and purpose-driven approach. Building a career you love requires a shift from a past anchored strategy to a future-led strategy, aligning with your values and creating a fulfilling and purpose-driven path. __________________________________________________ Lyndsay Dowd is a Speaker, Founder, Author, Coach, Podcast Host, and Disruptor. She was recognized as a Top 10 Business Coach by Apple News and was the recipient of the 2023 Award for Innovation and Excellence, also named Business Coach of the Year. Lyndsay was also a Featured Guest Lecturer at Harvard University. She is an accomplished leader, decorated seller and has successfully managed large, diverse, high-performing sales teams over the last 25 years. 23 of those years were spent climbing the ranks at IBM. In creating her company, Heartbeat for Hire, she has devoted her career to transforming leadership through building irresistible culture and modern leadership practices to get the best results from their teams. She is a thriving coach focused on sales, leadership, career, and culture. She has been featured in Fortune Magazine, HR.Com, Authority Magazine, Business Management Daily, Valiant CEO and many other publications. Lyndsay is the author of "Top Down Culture- Revolutionizing Leadership to Drive Results." She also hosts the top 5% globally ranked podcast, Heartbeat for Hire, and is a frequent guest speaker on live and recorded shows. Connect with me on LinkedIn! https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsaydowdh4h/ Follow me on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/lyndsaydowdh4h/ Follow my Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/LyndsayDowdH4H --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Meet Lauren & Lauren, the dynamic duo behind The Clarity Playbook Suite, a revolutionary set of AI-powered tools designed to transform your business.   Lauren Shaw, a serial entrepreneur and high-ticket coaching expert with 16+ years of experience, knows the ins and outs of building profitable, fulfilling businesses.   Lauren Capwell, an aerospace engineer and AI strategist with a background in building and launching rockets, brings a unique perspective and a passion for leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive business growth. Together, they've combined their expertise to create a suite of tools that empower entrepreneurs to gain unparalleled clarity on their ideal clients, messaging, and strategies for success. To learn more about The Laurens, go to their website: https://clarityplaybooks.com or on Linkedin: @laurenshawla --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Andrew DeGood is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in the finance and technology sectors. His career spans a diverse range of roles in operations, product development, client service management, and business development, culminating in the co-founding of Canopy Financial Technology Partners in 2020, which he successfully sold in 2022. Currently, Andrew is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ask Bob AI, a pioneering artificial intelligence startup that builds custom large language models for companies. With the slogan “Where Answers come faster than your morning coffee,” Ask Bob AI primarily addresses the significant time and cost organizations spend on answering questions, offering solutions that emphasize speed and cost savings. In addition to his work in AI, Andrew is passionate about mental health in the workplace and is the Co-Founder and CEO of IronTribe, a men's community dedicated to creating connections and inspiring growth among men. Andrew's journey includes a successful tenure at various companies, from startups to a publicly traded Fortune 500 company, where he honed his skills in strategy, team building, and storytelling to new clients and investors. His well-rounded background and dedication to cultivating amazing team cultures make him an excellent strategist and leader in his field.  To learn more about Andrew, go to his website: https://askbobai.com or on Linkedin: @andrewdegood --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support

Mac Lackey is an American entrepreneur who has started, scaled and sold six companies (all seven or eight figure exits). Mac and his companies have been featured on CNN, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, USA Today and The New York Times. Notable ventures include: KYCK (acquired by NBC Sports), Mountain Khakis (acquired by Remington) and InternetSoccer Network (acquired by division of News Corp/Sky). He additionally served as a member of the Board of Directors for publicly traded LendingTree for over five years and is currently an angel investor in over 50 companies. Mac was a collegiate All-American and played professional soccer before starting his first Internet company in 1995. He is currently mentoring entrepreneurs via his company, ExitDNA, and is the owner of a 115 year old Spanish soccer team, Algeciras CF.  To learn more about Mac, go to his website: https://maclackey.com or on Linkedin: @maclackey --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lyndsay-dowd/support