Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders

Right now, seasoned executives everywhere are waking up in the middle of the night with that familiar knot in their stomach, wondering if their teams will survive the next policy shift or funding cut. In this raw and honest episode, I don't sugarcoat the reality that many leaders are facing. I dive straight into the messy, uncomfortable truth about managing leadership anxiety when your entire professional world feels like it's hanging by a thread. If you're tired of generic leadership advice that tells you to "just stay positive" while your nervous system is screaming danger signals, this episode is your lifeline. I'll address what's really happening in your body and mind when uncertainty takes over, and more importantly, I'll show you how to lead authentically from that space instead of pretending everything is fine.In this episode, you will be able to:Learn the three powerful grounding techniques that bring you back to center when anxiety starts spiraling out of controlDiscover how to differentiate between feeling scared and being led by fear so you can maintain your leadership presenceUncover why grieving what you thought was certain is actually essential work that most leaders skip—keeping them stuck in cycles of overwhelm and reactivityThis isn't just another leadership episode—it's a permission slip to be human while still being the steady presence your team desperately needs. If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to dive deeper into the inner work of authentic leadership, I'd love to connect with you. Follow me on LinkedIn or visit my website janetioli.com for more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

What if everything you've been taught about leadership is actually holding your team back? Join me as I sit down with Mike Abrashoff, former Navy commander and bestselling author of "It's Your Ship," who shattered traditional leadership paradigms by asking one simple question: "What do you think?" When Mike took command of USS Benfold, it was near the bottom of Navy performance metrics with an abysmal 8% retention rate. Through his revolutionary leadership approach of empowering his crew rather than controlling them, he transformed it into the best ship in the Navy—and his insights are even more crucial for today's executives than they were two decades ago.In this episode, you will be able to:Learn how to create a culture of ownership where team members step up and drive performance without micromanagementDiscover how to break free from command-and-control leadership that drives away top talent in today's workplaceUncover the counterintuitive strategy that allowed Mike to reduce his workload by 70% while dramatically improving performanceMike's profound wisdom about "excellence without arrogance" offers exactly what today's leaders need—connect with me on LinkedIn or subscribe to my Power Presence Academy newsletter for more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode HERE.More About Mike Abrashoff Mike Abrashoff is at the center of one of the most remarkable modern day stories of organizational transformation.  At 36, he was selected to be Commander of USS Benfold and was the most junior commanding officer in the Pacific fleet.   The challenges of this underachieving destroyer were staggering, with low morale and the highest turnover rate in the Navy.  Few thought the ship could improve. Yet 12 months later it was ranked #1 in performance -- using the same crew.  How did Mike do it?  By replacing command and control leadership with commitment and cohesion. The lesson was clear:  Leadership matters and culture is everything. Since leaving the Navy, Mike has worked with over 1200 organizations instilling leadership initiatives at every level – achieving phenomenal change in unexpected places.  Leaders especially identify with Mike being accountable for results in an environment where he couldn't make the rules.  He focused on the one thing he could influence: his crew's attitude, because culture is the ultimate competitive weapon for any organization.  That's why Wall Street Journal, Fast Company and others have cited Mike's story.  It's also why Mike is so popular with such a wide rangeConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

When was the last time you heard your true inner voice speaking through all the noise of expectations? In today's powerful episode of Leadership Presence, I (Janet Ioli) share the thunderbolt moment that changed everything for me—losing my father at age 60 before he could enjoy the retirement he'd been waiting for. This wake-up call sent me on a journey to discover my authentic leadership voice beneath layers of conditioning about being "nice," "pretty," and "agreeable." If you've been shape-shifting to please others or wearing masks of perfection in your leadership role, this episode offers the soul work needed to break free and lead with genuine presence.In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the exact process for creating your personal leadership manifesto that grounds you in who you truly are and what you stand forDiscover how to identify and shed the masks you've been wearing that no longer serve your authentic leadership journeyUncover the powerful question your 90-year-old self wants you to answer about what truth you're avoiding in your leadership right nowWhat mask have you been wearing in your leadership journey that no longer feels true to who you are? I'd love to hear your reflections on this deeply personal work of uncovering your inner voice. For more resources on authentic leadership and to continue this important conversation, join me on LinkedIn where I share weekly leadership insights.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

Do you find yourself constantly seeking approval before making decisions at work? In this transformative episode of Leadership Presence, I tackle the confidence-crushing habit of seeking external validation in the workplace. I share the story of "Tanya," a brilliant executive who remained stuck in perpetual approval-seeking mode, and reveal the four powerful tools that can help you break free from this leadership trap. In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the difference between gathering valuable feedback and the soul-draining habit of requiring constant approval from others. Discover how to create a self-reference point that grounds you in your own voice before important meetings. Uncover the reward-loop rewiring technique that builds your self-trust muscle even when nobody else is applauding your decisions.If you're tired of diluting your voice and delaying your impact while waiting for others to validate your worth, this episode offers the roadmap to authentic confidence you've been searching for.I'd love to continue this journey with you—join me on LinkedIn where we dive deeper into these transformative leadership principles, or sign up for my weekly insights newsletter at janetioli.com to receive exclusive strategies for mastering the inner work of leadership.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

Ever stood at your own success party and talked people OUT of celebrating you? That's exactly what I did at my own book launch, paralyzed by a merciless inner critic that had me rewriting the same book SIX times over SEVEN years. In this raw and revealing episode, I pull back the curtain on my battle with self-criticism and share the exact moment I realized my inner critic (whom I named "Esmeralda") was sabotaging my leadership and creative voice. Even after coaching C-suite executives at Fortune 200 companies, that voice telling me "I'm not good enough" still tried to drown out my achievements. The journey to authentic leadership isn't about silencing your critic forever—it's about recognizing it and moving forward anyway. In this episode, we cover:Why your inner critic gets loudest right before your most important leadership moments, and the counterintuitive approach that turns down its volumeMy embarrassing confession about what I said to guests at my own book launch party (and how it reveals the sneaky way imposter feelings show up even after achieving success)The simple naming technique that instantly creates distance between you and your critical inner voiceHow trying to avoid criticism actually smothers your authentic leadership voice and creative expressionThe question I ask myself whenever self-doubt creeps in that instantly reconnects me with my leadership purpose and silences criticismConnect with me on LinkedIn or join my monthly newsletter for exclusive strategies that go beyond what we cover in the podcast—because your leadership journey matters, especially when your voice shakes.About the Leadership Presence podcastLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with less ego and more soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“You probably have the skills you need to take it to the next level because you've gotten this far. So, at least believe in yourself enough based on the evidence to know that you're gonna make it through. ”  - John TarnoffIn this episode, I talk to John Tarnoff, executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author, who helps mid-career professionals land better jobs and build more meaningful, sustainable careers. We talk about the realities of ageism in the workplace and practical strategies for career reinvention when you are 50+.You'll hear John talk about how to find your next steps when you're at the top of your game but others think you're at the age to be on your way out. We'll also discuss ways to move toward what is presenting itself for you now.In this episode:How John went from the entertainment industry to becoming a mid-career transition coachDoing the  inner work necessary to identify what's next for your careerHow to reconcile with your past and let go of your limiting beliefsHow to defy and overcome ageism as a mid-career job seekerWays  to leverage networking and thought leadershipTips to help you reenter the workforce after a breakCreating your own personal board of directorsLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:John Tarnoff is a reinvention career coach who provides career counseling for baby boomer and late career professionals looking to defy ageism, work beyond retirement, and pivot to a new job or new business as a second act or encore career. Fired 39% over the course of his 40-year career as a Los Angeles-based entertainment industry executive, John learned the secrets of turning setbacks into successes.Learn more at johntarnoff.com.Check out his book, Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50.Watch his TEDx Talk, The Kids Are Still Alright: Success Strategies for Boomers in the 21st Century.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: John TarnoffConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“It all starts and ends with our awareness.” - Brian CunninghamYou've heard of IQ. Maybe EQ. But have you considered the importance of your AQ?In this episode, I talk to Brian Cunningham, an author who went from working as a parking lot attendant at a hospital to being the hospital's CEO for over 10 years.  You'll hear Brian talk about why IQ and EQ are not enough–he introduces what he calls the Awareness Quotient (AQ) and its importance to our success.In this episode:How Brian's study of leadership took him from parking lot attendant to CEOThe different expressions of leadership based on levels of awarenessDefining awareness How to leverage your attention Using intense focus to better serve others as a leaderHow being intentional will help you expand your leadership Applying AQ in the four key domains  of our experience in lifeLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:In Brian Cunningham's journey from parking lot attendant to CEO, he studied the leadership experience at every level. His commitment to serving and collaborating with others through higher levels of leadership led to the development of a revolutionary model for genuine leadership growth, the Awareness Quotient (AQ) Model.Check out Brian's books.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Brian CunninghamConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ The reality is you're going to work with people you don't like, it's inevitable. But you always have a choice. You can let those relationships drain your energy. You can let them impact your reputation and how you're seen by your boss, or you can be strategic about how you navigate them.”In this episode, I talk about the complicated yet unavoidable times when you need to work with someone you don't like or trust. I share five things that will help you better navigate these tricky situations so you can maintain a positive leadership presence.These tips will go a long way in helping you “not take the bait” and maintain perspective and composure when dealing with people you'd prefer not to interact with at all.In this episode:The issues Jason had with a colleague who drove him nuts#1 Shift your mindset#2 Understand what drives that person#3 Engage before you need something#4  Pick your battles and let go of the small stuff#5 Set boundaries and be direct when neededLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ They come to my courses, usually they want to be better leaders. They want to have better and more effective teams. They want to change the corporate culture, but in the end they talk about their mothers, their fathers, their spouses, their children, their life.”In this episode, I talk to Manfred Kets de Vries; executive coach, psychoanalyst, and Distinguished Clinical Professor of Leadership Development and Organizational Change at INSEAD. You'll hear Manfred discuss the human condition, how to bring up the best in people and in yourself, what it takes to be a good and fulfilled leader, and the benefits of group coaching.In this episode:How Manfred's life's calling  was shaped by witnessing the leadership in WWIIThe current state of leadership and its impact on the worldThe benefits of longer group coaching programs over 1:1 coachingStorytelling for changeMajor decisions, inner work, and what truly mattersHow your relationships impact your lifeContemplating what makes an effective leaderUsing 360º and 720º questionnaires as a starting pointAccepting your dark side to become a better leaderThe 7C framework of leadershipLeadership is a team sport, rely on your team Die young as late as possibleAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:Manfred Kets de Vries is a leading expert on executive development, combining insights from economics, management, and psychoanalysis to offer fresh perspectives on leadership, organizational dynamics, executive coaching, and existential dilemmas. A pioneer in team coaching and education, he's the Distinguished Clinical Professor at INSEAD, a six-time recipient of INSEAD's Distinguished Teacher Award, and author of over 50 books.Get to know the Kets de Vries Institute.Learn about Manfred's 50+ books.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Manfred Kets de VriesConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Mistakes are inevitable, but they don't have to define you. What does define you is how you handle them.”In this episode, I talk about how to navigate the times you make a big mistake that impacts you and others in your organization.We'll cover  how to take responsibility with clarity and confidence instead of reacting emotionally; and how to own your mistake, fix it, and move forward instead of spiraling into self-doubt and panic.In this episode:The time I accidentally blindsided a group of senior executivesLesson #1: Pause before reactingLesson #2:  Own the mistake directly without over apologizingLesson #3:  Fix it without making it bigger than it isLesson #4: Learn the deeper lessonLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ The truth is feedback isn't supposed to feel comfortable. Growth is never comfortable. If you can learn to take feedback without letting it throw you and if you can hear it, process it, and take what's useful without getting defensive, you'll rise faster than you ever imagined.”In this episode, I talk about getting feedback from your boss, especially when it's a tough pill to swallow. Every leader will face this no matter where they are in their career, so I'm sharing some tools to help you navigate this situation when it arises without getting defensive or letting it derail your confidence or motivation.In this episode:A time when I got some feedback that upset meTool #1:  Catch your emotional reaction and don't let it drive youTool #2:  Ask yourself, What's the real message here?Tool #3: Don't dismiss feedback just because you don't like itTool #4:  Separate feedback from your self-worthTool #5:  Decide. Do I need to act on this or let it go?And more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ Your leadership presence is built not just on what you say or how good you are at your job, but on how you show up consistently.”In this episode, I talk about  professionalism and etiquette, because the  subtle ways you communicate respect, credibility, and authority without even realizing it can make or break you as a leader. You'll learn what these intangible signals are and how to sharpen your leadership presence.In this episode:Why professionalism and etiquette are crucial for leadershipWhen Mark's  leadership presence crumbledRespecting other people's time and schedulesThoughtful and respectful communicationBeing fully present and engagedMaking sure to follow throughMaintaining professionalism in difficult momentsA challenge to help you sharpen your leadership presenceLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ I have been a card carrying member of the Walking Dead myself. I know what that is like. That's why I do the work that I do today, which is to awaken people to their passion and purpose and then inspire them to make a contribution worthy of their one precious life.” - Dr. Alise CortezIn this episode, I talk to Dr. Alise Cortez, the Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto, NOW!, an inspirational speaker, organizational logotherapist, social scientist, author, and podcast host. You'll hear Dr. Alise  talk about how we can go about finding more meaning in our lives and in our work. She'll also share some powerful practices and exercises to help ignite your purpose.In this episode:Understand logotherapy and its teachings Dr. Alise's early onset midlife crisis (which may sound familiar)A cry for meaning and some powerful practices to help you find itWhy finding meaning and purpose is so important in our life and workThe 3 sources of meaningBeing fulfilled by being part of something biggerWays to activate meaning and create greater purpose inside organizationsPurpose statement X mission statement X vision X valuesAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:Dr. Alise Cortez is the Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto, NOW!, a management consulting firm specializing in the activation of meaning and purpose. She is also an inspirational speaker, organizational logotherapist, social scientist, author, and host of the Working on Purpose podcast.Learn more about her and her work at alisecortez.com. You can also find all her books here.Listen to the episode where I was a guest on Dr. Alise's Working on Purpose Podcast: Got Soul? Unlock the Power of Your Wise Self as a Leader.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Dr. Alise Cortez.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ Leadership isn't just about doing great work. It's about building relationships,  understanding the dynamics around you, and strategically positioning yourself and your ideas.”In this episode, I talk about something lots of people dread: workplace politics. To help you better navigate workplace dynamics with integrity, I'm sharing the story of a client who faced the challenge of engaging in workplace politics, as well as 3 practical tips so you, too, can face it while staying true to yourself. In this episode:Workplace politics is a reality in every organizationHow James and his team stopped being a best-kept secret with integrity#1 Build relationships before you need them#2 Understand the unwritten rules#3 Engage in politics but draw boundariesA question to help you to better engage in workplace politics as a leaderLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:Learn more about the book I mentioned, The Secret Handshake: Mastering the Politics of the Business Inner Circle, by Kathleen Kelley Reardon.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ Uncertainty is part of the journey,  but it doesn't have to derail you. When you do the inner work to remain centered and grounded, you lead with courage, clarity, and calm, even in the face of the unknown.”Nothing in our world is certain. While we like to believe we have things under “control”, our environment is filled with unexpected influences that topple even the best intended plans, strategies, and projections. In this episode, I talk about one of the most important skills a leader can have: the ability to navigate uncertainty. We'll explore  what it takes to lead through uncertainty, why doing your own inner work is key and how you can develop the capacity to stay grounded in the unknown. In this episode:An important lesson I learned while leading through uncertainty Why doing inner work on yourself is key to navigating uncertaintyStrategy #1: Anchor yourselfStrategy #2: Communicate openlyStrategy #3: Focus on what you can controlLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

 ”You still believe in your bones that this work matters. This is what you have been advocating for. You've been sponsoring these [programs]. So what do you do [when they're axed]? Do you stay silent to keep your job? Do you push back and risk being fired, risk your position, and then your livelihood? Or is there another way?”In this episode, I talk about  something that almost every leader will face at some point in their career: how to stay true to what you stand for without losing your job or influence when  the direction of your organization conflicts with your core values.In this episode:The conflict most leaders will face at some point in their careerCase example: Lisa and her values predicament within her organizationLisa's assumes that she has two choices A third way: an alternate perspective on how we as leaders can navigate these tough situationsFour pieces of practical advice for leading with integrityAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“ Just because the formal programs were gone didn't mean the principle behind them had to be. The programs were just programs. The principle behind them was something that she needed to focus on.”“ Lisa realized that her real power wasn't just in creating programs because the programs were just programs. It was in shaping culture.”“ Sometimes quiet, collective action is more powerful than loud resistance.”“ Leadership isn't just about following the rules of the moment. It's about staying true to what matters most, even when circumstances are difficult or circumstances change.”“ If you're feeling disheartened by shifts in your organization right now, remember you still have influence, you still have power. And sometimes the most impactful work happens in the spaces that aren't written in policy, and they're not written in program.”Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ If there's a starting line of status, women are not starting at the same place. We're starting several steps back because people ascribe more respect to one category [men] than another.” - Alison Fragale If you're a woman leading an organization, you cannot miss this episode. Today, I talk to Alison Fragale, an  organizational psychologist, professor, international keynote speaker, and best-selling author who writes and speaks about the challenges women face in organizations. You'll hear Alison talk about how why being a “likeable badass” will help you increase your status and effectiveness as a leader. What is a “likeable badass” and how do you become one? Listen in to find out how to use this strategy to increase your power and influence.In this episode:How Alison ended up using her knowledge of psychology to help women live their best livesWhy women should focus on increasing their status and what that meansHow you can achieve higher status in organizations by becoming a Likeable BadassAuthenticity and strategy are not mutually exclusive— what you need to know about bothWhat you may be doing without realizing it will set you backWhy being a “likeable badass” is an influence strategy The advice Alison got early in her career that changed everythingThere's no way to be perfect, but a million ways to be goodAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:Alison Fragale is a research psychologist, award-winning professor, international keynote speaker, and author. She is on a mission to help others — especially women — work and live better by understanding and applying the science of people. She excels at translating her deep academic expertise in status, power, negotiation, and influence into actionable advice.Learn more about Alison's book, Likeable Badass: How Women Get the Success They Deserve.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Alison Fragale.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ Staying calm under pressure isn't about being emotionless. It's about being intentional. When you regulate your emotions, you create an environment where trust and collaboration can thrive.”In this episode, I talk about the ability to regulate your emotions, which is a life skill that can make or break your effectiveness as a leader. I share the real story of a woman leader I worked with who needed to learn this skill, and did. Lastly, I provide 3 strategies to help you start regulating your emotions.In this episode:What emotional regulation is and what it's notThe story of a leader who struggled to stay calm under pressureHow this leader managed to transform her approachStrategy 1: Name the emotionStrategy 2: Pause before respondingStrategy 3: Reframing the situationYour action for this weekAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Leadership is full of moments where your first reaction is not your best reaction. And I know you know what I mean. But when you pause, you create space to lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose.”In this episode, I talk about  why pausing is so powerful, how it can transform the way you lead, and practical ways you can start using it right away.In this episode:A moment when my inability to pause nearly cost me the trust of my teamWhy pausing matters in leadership3 things you can do to help you leverage the power of the pauseAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“Early in my career, I thought leadership was about being decisive, acting fast, and always having the answer. But as I moved into more complex roles and worked with top executives, I realized that sometimes the best thing you can do as a leader is to stop, take a deep breath, and not react.”“ I realized that my instinct to react, driven by stress and a need to be in control, especially under pressure and under [a] tight deadline, wasn't just unproductive, it was undermining my ability to lead.”“[Pausing] helps you and gives you time to invite collaboration. When you hold space for others to contribute, you build trust and engagement.”“ When you pause, you give your brain time to shift from its reactive fight or flight mode to a more thoughtful and strategic state.”“ The next time you're in a tense situation, take a breath, pause, and ask yourself, how do I want to show up right now?”Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“ Storytelling is, of course, the best way to influence someone. People don't care about your facts. They don't want any more of your damn information. They've got too much to deal with right now. But what they need and what they crave in you is faith.”In this episode, I talk to Annette Simmons, an expert on the power of storytelling, public speaker, trainer, and author. You'll hear Annette talking about the different types of stories you need to know how to tell to get a group to work together, what you can expect when you use stories, and how to overcome the fear of being vulnerable.In this episode:Annette's journey to storytellingWhat makes stories so powerfulThe six kinds of storiesStories and paradoxesThe important skill of story-findingProvisional language over firm languageBad news: the real effectiveness of storiesFabulous storytellers, including Taylor SwiftFostering collaborative instead of competitive narrativesUsing story as a staff processOvercoming the fear of being vulnerableAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.Resource Links:Annette Simmons is a storytelling expert, public speaker, trainer, and author of books such as Territorial Games, A Safe Place for Dangerous Truths, The Story Factor – one of “The 100 Best Business Books of All Time” – and Whoever Tells the Best Story Wins.Visit Annette's website at annettesimmons.com. Learn more about Annette's most impactful book The Story Factor.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Annette SimmonsConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Great leadership begins with mastering the inner work.”Welcome to the first episode of the new season of Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership.In this episode, we're going to dive into the foundation of self-mastery: the inner work of leadership. We'll discuss why the most important work you'll ever do isn't about becoming smarter, more accomplished, or having more achievements, but about mastering yourself.If you're ready to stop just leading and start transforming, keep listening.In this episode:The make-or-break qualities of great leadershipWhat inner work meansThe power of pausing before reactingAn invitation from me3 tips to begin your inner workAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with less ego and more soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact. Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Produced by Ideablossoms Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Every great leader begins by mastering the voice within.” - Janet IoliWelcome to this special and last episode of the season. In this episode, we're tackling a challenge even the most successful leaders face: self-doubt. We'll revisit important lessons from my Power Talks interview series from the very early episodes of this podcast.You'll hear excerpts with relatable wisdom from interviews with two powerhouse women executives: Donna Diederich, the Chief Human Resources Officer at LMI, and Nicole Burdette, President of Southern California Land & Housing at Brookfield Properties. They share their own, real experiences with self-doubt and impostor feelings and tell us how they navigated (and continue to navigate) through them.And to offer practical application to your own experience with self-doubt to help you continue to build the confidence to lead with full presence, I share 3 practical strategies to help you move through those times when you experience a self-doubt attack.In this episode:Being reactive and the fear of not measuring up (from E2)Being your own best advocate (from E1)The power of saying yes (from E1)You're not alone in feeling this way (from E3)Feeling okay with being uncomfortable (from E3)3 practical strategies to overcome a self-doubt attack (from E6)And more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, a leadership and human development expert, who helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Listen to the full episodes:E1: Career Advice from a Top-Level HR Executive with Donna DiederichE2: Our Leadership Challenge: One Question To Ask Yourself in These Unsettling TimesE3: From Entry-level to President: Lessons from the Leadership Journey to the Top with Nicole BurdetteE6: 3 Things to Do When You Have a Self-Doubt AttackConnect with today's guests on LinkedIn: Donna Diederich and Nicole Burdette. Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“People and organizations collectively can waste a lot of time being in denial and not facing reality, or explaining away why things are the way they are, rather than dealing with reality and taking action.”If you are leading change and transformation in any organization, today's conversation is full of tips and ideas on how to be sure you are doing it successfully. In this episode, I talk to Ian Ziskin, board member, former CHRO of a multi-billion dollar corporation, President of EXec EXcel Group LLC, and the lead author of the book, The Secret Sauce for Leading Transformational Change.You'll hear Ian talk about his experience leading change and transformation, including the biggest mistakes he sees leaders and organizations make during  change efforts,  and what to do instead for sustainable transformation.In this episode:Ian's leadership storyThe common problem that gets in the way of successful change efforts How to foster openness to change at different levels of an organizationWhat it takes to sustain change over timeHow good execution must accompany visionWhat a good change execution plan looks likeReconciliation of facts versus feelingsAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Ian Ziskin has 40+ years of experience as a business leader, board advisor and member, coach, consultant, CHRO, entrepreneur, teacher, speaker, and author. His clients and corporate work span over 25 industries and include Fortune 1000, entrepreneurial, publicly traded, and privately held businesses. Ian is recognized as a trusted advisor to CEOs, C-level executives, operating and HR leaders, and board members.Get Ian's book The Secret Sauce for Leading Transformational ChangeConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Ian ZiskinConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“He said, ‘Well, Janet. I'll say what I really thought of you when I first saw you. The first thing I thought is, “Oh, here's blonde bimbo. And what is she going to say?”' [...] Then he goes, ‘You talked and I thought, Wow, Barbie has a brain.'”In this episode, I talk about something women leaders are unfortunately no strangers to: being underestimated or stereotyped because of their appearance or simply because they are women. If you've ever had the experience of being pigeon-holed or underestimated because of judgments people make based on unconscious biases they may have, you'll want to listen to this episode.I share two stories of my own and offer some tips  to navigate this type of situation when it arises.In this episode:When an executive assumed I was a junior employee and not the session leader How I handled it and what I learned from that situationWhen a male colleague admitted that he had initially assumed that I must be a “blonde bimbo”How to maintain your power and presence when you cannot control the judgements of othersHow to counter being underestimatedPower Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“The research shows that many of us do not develop new convincing techniques past the age of six. So, wherever your set point is in kindergarten or first grade, that's pretty much what you're going to do from a convincing strategy as an adult because most of us are too scared to try something new. We're only going to do what worked in the past.” - Adele GambardellaIf you want to have greater influence at work and in your life,  this is an episode you won't want to miss!I talk to Adele Gambardella and Chip Massey, the Founders of the Convincing Company. They're two accomplished professionals with diverse backgrounds and the shared mission of helping leaders be more convincing.You'll be able to upgrade your convincing techniques as Chip shares some of his raw expertise from his time as an FBI hostage negotiator and Adele brings her knowledge as an award-winning business publicist and crisis communications expert to the table.In this episode:How Adele and Chip got to work togetherMaking people feel seen instead of manipulatedDeeply attuning yourself to who you want to convinceDesyncing with others for changeHelping someone expand their possibilitiesBridging to a new futureListening to the unstated narrativeThe importance of adapting convincing stylesForensic listening for better convincingAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Adele Gambardella is an Award-winning Business Publicist and Crisis Communications Expert and Chip Massey is a Former FBI Hostage Negotiator and Special Agent. Together they founded the Convincing Company, a crisis communications and interactive training firm with leaders with 50+ years of combined experience.Get their book Convince Me: High-Stakes Negotiation Tactics to Get Results in Any Business Situation.Connect with today's guests on LinkedIn: Adele Gambardella and Chip MasseyConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“That 90-year-old woman was once 9 years old. I think people forget that they were once that age.”In this episode, I talk to my goddaughter, Ariel Debeniotis, a 16-year old high schooler, to get her thoughts about what Gen Z is expecting from the world of work. As someone who is working in her first job, you'll learn about what Generation Z is thinking about the workplace and get a window into their daily struggles and thoughts.In this episode:The experience of a first jobWhat makes a good and bad managerThe importance of effectively teaching and training employeesGeneration Z: misunderstood or lazy?The pressures of being a young girl in today's worldSelf-worth and finding your voiceAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“I'm glad I can find someone who I get along with and who Is helpful and who I trust enough to talk about anything with.” “There are going to be people I don't like everywhere. So I can't really get away from that.”“Am I meeting their expectations? Am I doing everything that they want?”Resource Links:Ariel Debeniotis is a Junior in High School.  She is 16 years old and wise beyond her years.Catch up with the first video podcast Ariel and I did together 5 years ago, Inclusion: Simplified by an 11-year old.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Look for the extraordinary, the simple, delicate extraordinary. But to see, to find it in nature and in other people and in situations, and in organization state, there's almost always something you can find that is precious, but you have to look.”When I first started studying human development, I encountered Dr. Cook-Greuter's books and theory of ego development. I was enlightened by her in a way that is difficult to explain. Her work on how we develop as adults is foundational to understanding ourselves and many of the issues we encounter as we navigate the world. In this episode, I am honored to talk with the legendary Dr. Susanne Cook-Greuter, an international authority on adult and ego development. As a realist with decades of experience and study in adult development , she discusses both the lighter and darker sides of humanity. She also provides deep insights into ways we can learn and improve as human beings.If you are interested in the future of humanity and evolving to be a better human, tune in to this profound talk where Dr. Cook-Greuter and I dive deep into the real challenges we face as humans.In this episode:Understanding Dr. Cook-Greuter's theory of ego developmentWise advice  for self-masteryThe importance of becoming more aware rather than operating on autopilot Organizational structures that foster good leadershipHuman nature and the steady demise of our species.Finding joy and serenity in lifeHow you can live a life with more soulAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Dr. Susanne Cook-Greuter is an international authority on adult and ego development. She is the creator of the MAP instrument and its assessment methodology. Dr. Cook-Greuter is an independent scholar known worldwide for her seminal work in adult development theory and is a keynote speaker at conferences internationally. She has charted new territory in defining mature adult development.You can find Dr. Cook-Greuter's PhD dissertation that's still making an impact today here.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Dr. Susanne Cook-GreuterConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“It's not about completely eliminating ego, but about recognizing when it's taking over and consciously choosing to realign with a soul-driven purpose.“In this episode, I talk about the delicate balance between ego and soul in leadership. Let's explore when ego may be beneficial and when it may get in the way, as well as how we can lead from a place of soul instead.In this episode:Ego-driven leadershipWhat it means to lead with soulHow to balance ego and soulAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“Ego. We keep using that word. [It] isn't inherently bad. In fact, a healthy ego can be a driving force behind confidence, behind ambition and resilience. So, we need ego.”“When we let our ego run the show,  we lose sight of what really matters, our purpose, our values, and our connection to others.”“Leading with soul requires humility, self-awareness, and a willingness to put the needs of others above your own.”“Remember, the most impactful leaders aren't those who demand power and control,  but those who inspire, uplift, and lead with purpose.”Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“I know that right now leading is tough,  and that there is a pathway to more ease and more joy along with more success. We just need to forge a different way of leading.”In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jennifer Garvey Berger, one of the leading experts in the world on  human development and leadership, and the co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leadership. Dr. Garvey Berger works with leaders to help them develop the ability to navigate complexity in the world and she'll be sharing some of her wise insights with us today.This  conversation is deep, insightful, and applicable both to those leading in organizations and to anyone who is looking to lead their life more effectively.In this episode:Developing a new relationship to our storiesPeople's ability to changeThe biggest challenges leaders face todayThe #1 habit leaders need to cultivateThe need to control thingsNavigating complexity and uncertaintyPrioritizing relationships and connectionForging a new way of leadingAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Dr. Jennifer Garvey Berger is one of the leading experts in the world in the field of  human development. She is co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leadership, a company that works with leaders to help them develop the ability to deal with complexity in the world. She also applies human development principles, concepts, and theories to the work that she does with leaders. She is someone to listen to as her insights have tremendous depth and are backed by what we know about human development and navigating complexity.You can find all of Jennifer's books here.Learn more about Cultivating Leadership at cultivatingleadership.com Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Dr. Jennifer Garvey BergerConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Can you show yourself the same respect that you show your parents, your teachers and military leaders, your coaches, and your bosses? That's the biggest challenge that most people have.”If you're trying to up your game in work and in life, you definitely don't want to miss this episode.I talk to Dre Baldwin, a former professional athlete turned author, speaker, and CEO and founder of Work On Your Game Inc. He  brings practical tips and insights for personal mastery in an inspirational style  that will help you with discipline, confidence, mental toughness, and more.Our discussion highlights some of the keys to success in anything you are attempting to master in your life. In this episode:Dre's journey from professional sports to 'Work On Your Game'Tips for mental conditioning and personal masteryThe influence of your environment and othersHow to get yourself to do things you don't want to do to get to where you want to beUnderstand discipline and the importance of structureSetting non-negotiable rules for yourselfStep into the Super YouHandling setbacks and failures3 requirements of a leader that elevates others And more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, she helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:For Dre's videos and 'Work On Your Game' podcast go to @DreB on YouTube.Check out the book where Dre talks about mental conditioning: Work On Your Game: Use the Pro Athlete Mindset to Dominate Your Game in Business, Sports, and Life.Learn more about confidence and building confidence in Dre's book: The Super You: Unlocking and Living With Your Highest Level Of Confidence.LinkedIn: Dre BaldwinConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

I'm excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation.In this power-packed episode, I talk to Julia Boorstin, CNBC's Senior Media & Technology Reporter and creator of CNBC's ‘Disruptor 50'.  Julia has over two decades of experience as a business reporter and has interviewed thousands of successful and well-known executives, CEOs, and founders.  From this experience and exposure, Julia has become a staunch advocate for gender equity in leadership positions.You'll hear Julia share her thoughts and research interview findings regarding women in leadership from her new book “When Women Lead: What They Achieve, Why They Succeed, and How We Can Learn from Them”.  Her interviews highlight the leadership approaches of women founders and what all leaders can learn from them.In this episode:The winning leadership strategies of women leaders who defy the oddsThe great challenge of breaking out of the current dominant pattern of leadership Ways the systemic issues that prevent gender equity can be addressedTakeaways from interviewing thousands of CEO's and executivesHow all leaders can maximize their impact and create a more equitable workplaceThe skills and strengths  that are key for all leaders in this time of uncertaintyAnd more!The episode originally aired on Feb 14, 2023.Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Julia Boorstin's book When Women Lead: What They Achieve, Why They Succeed, and How We Can Learn from Them.You can find McKinsey & Company's full 2022 Report on Women in the Workplace here.Reshma Saujani's book Pay Up: The Future of Women and Work (and Why It's Different Than You Think) and the Marshall Plan for Moms here.Eve Rodsky's book Fair Play: A Game-Changing Solution for When You Have Too Much to Do (and More Life to Live).Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Julia BoorstinConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

You might have missed some of our earlier episodes with powerhouse thought leaders and experts. I'm excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year for an encore. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation.In this episode, I talk to the legendary Dave Ulrich. Dave is a well-known, highly acclaimed speaker, author, and professor. Dave has been ranked as the #1 management guru by Business Week and has a passion for ideas with impact. His bestselling books and popular speeches have helped shape the corporate agenda, and his work has completely revolutionized the way human resources is practiced and viewed in companies today.You'll hear Dave offer his savvy, no-nonsense, and practical thoughts about the multiple paradoxes leaders face and how to resolve them. We talk about the balance between task and relationship and how great leaders spend their time and energy.  He emphasizes the importance of taking care of others, forming strong bonds and relationships, and co-creating a sustainable business with others. While complexity and uncertainty are givens,  human connection and our guiding principles provide a simplifying compass to help us navigate the way forward. In this episode:The human aspect of leadershipJudging people by more than just their behavior. What is their intent?Providing value through giving people what they need, not what we knowBeing a leader does not mean knowing everythingThe importance of co-creation in leadership Navigating complexity and uncertaintyKeeping it simple is an artAnd more!The episode originally aired on May 02, 2023.Resource Links:Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at the RBL Group, a consulting firm focused on helping organizations and leaders deliver value. He has published over 200 articles and over 30 books. He edited Human Resource Management (1990-99), coached successful business leaders, and is a Distinguished Fellow in the National Academy of Human Resources. You can find Dave's books here.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Dave UlrichConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

I know many of you might have missed some of our earlier episodes. So today I'm excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation.In this episode, I have a great conversation with Candace Nelson. She is a Serial Entrepreneur, NYT Bestselling Author, WSJ Contributor, Angel Investor, TV Personality, Executive Producer, and the Founder of Sprinkles, the world's first cupcake bakery. Today's leaders must learn to navigate change and uncertainty and continuously operate outside their comfort zone. Candace Nelson has so much wisdom of experience to share with all leaders about the rocky road to success.You'll hear all about Candace's fascinating journey, her sweet success story, and the important leadership and entrepreneurship lessons she learned along the way that helped her turn her passion into profit.In this episode:Leaving behind the corporate path to pursue something she was truly passionate aboutHow the idea for Sprinkles was born and the importance of differentiating yourself“If you are for everyone, you are for no one”The process of learning to let go of control, trust your team, and create a clear visionThe secret to Candace's sweet success as an entrepreneurCandace's advice for aspiring (or current) entrepreneurs, founders, and leadersAnd more!The episode originally aired on Jan 17, 2023.Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:You can find Candace Nelson's new book, Sweet Success: A Simple Recipe To Turn Your Passion Into Profit HERE.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Candace NelsonConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Part of the work of becoming a better leader is doing inner work.”Since great leadership starts from the inside-out, I have been inviting therapists and mental health experts on the podcast to talk about deeper issues that may impact the way we lead. While building leadership skills and competence is important, how we show up every day is driven largely by factors that are unconscious to us. The more we cultivate greater self-awareness about the drivers that cause us to react defensively or trigger negative emotions, the more we can learn to manage them and lead with greater emotional intelligence. In the latest episode, I had the pleasure to interview Mari Grande, a therapist based in New York City who specializes in the “Mother Wound”. Specifically, the early childhood attachment experiences we had with our mother dramatically impacts our relationship behaviors as adults. Since leadership involves relationships, understanding this unconscious driver can help us as we seek to improve all of our relationships with others.In this episode:The Mother Wound and how it impacts usAttachment theory and leadershipThe window of tolerance and your nervous systemOne thing you can do to help overcome your Mother WoundThe Mother Wound and how it manifests in leaders.Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Mari Grande is passionate about working with adults who have experienced a Mother Wound, and offers various online courses that provide guidance, support, and insight through the Overcoming the Mother Wound program.Overcoming the Mother Wound: A Transformative Journey of Healing and Empowerment by Mari GrandeConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Mari GrandeConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“You carry a virus that spreads to your co-workers. It spreads wherever you are, but it definitely spreads at work. So, what is the result of the virus you carry?”In this episode, I talk about emotional contagion and how our emotional and energetic tones are picked up by those around us. Emotions are contagious. Do you ever find yourself energized and inspired when you're listening to an upbeat and uplifting story? Do you notice that you suddenly feel depressed or anxious when you are around someone who is negative, complaining,  and unhappy?Thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors carry energy. That energetic tone is picked up unconsciously and is indeed contagious. Tune into this episode to discover more about this phenomenon and how you can better manage your own energy and be more deliberate about the energetic impact you have on others.In this episode:The infectious nature of emotionsThe impact of emotional contagion on leadersThe science behind this phenomenonSetting energetic intentionsEmotional check-insModeling your own energyAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

Does childhood trauma impact leadership in organizations? Rarely is this topic discussed, which is why I'm eager to bring this episode to you today. To discuss this complex topic, I invited Kelly Campbell, trauma-informed leadership coach and author of the book "Heal to Lead". Kelly shares her personal journey of healing from childhood trauma and how that inspired her to do the work she does now.Trauma is something we've all encountered in one form or another.These past experiences of trauma can, and will, influence our behavior, emotions, and decision-making in our current leadership roles.  Kelly emphasizes the importance of developing self-awareness to recognize trauma-based patterns and reactions. She also provides strategies for trauma integration, including somatic work, plant medicines, and other modalities.Kelly argues that trauma-informed leadership can lead to better long-term results and sustainability for businesses. In this episode:Unconscious impacts of childhood trauma on leadership Developing self-awareness to recognize trauma patterns Trauma-informed leadership through supportive environmentsStrategies for trauma integrationAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Kelly Campbell is an author, speaker, and coach helping leaders heal from trauma for improved leadership. In her book "Heal to Lead", Kelly shares how her own experiences with childhood trauma unconsciously shaped her leadership style as an entrepreneur, and how deeper healing work led to greater self-awareness and success. Her work aims to make trauma-informed practices the new competitive advantage for organizations.Heal to Lead by Kelly CampbellConnect with Kelly:Website: klcampbell.comLinkedin: Kelly CampbellInstagram: @kelly.l.campbellConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Respecting others may be your intention. But your actual words and actions demonstrate  intentions to others.” In this episode, I discuss the difference between your intentions and your actual actions as a leader, particularly in the context of showing respect to others. "She may be smart, but she doesn't respect others."  This was an actual comment written on a feedback assessment a senior leader received. The feedback was jolting, as the woman receiving the feedback did not intend to show anyone disrespect. But comment after comment indicated that her colleagues and employees felt otherwise.What if there's a disconnect between our intentions and how they're perceived by others through our actions? When it comes to respect, we may assume we are demonstrating it in our interactions with others, but others may think we aren't. In this episode of Power Presence Academy, I talk about four common behaviors you may be exhibiting that inadvertently signal disrespect. It's a chance to do a quick self-check on some things you may be doing that show disrespect to others.In this episode:Identifying unconscious disrespectful behaviors you may unintentionally exhibit in your leadership roleFour common actions you take that can signal a lack of respectThe importance of being respectful of others' time and schedulesShowing respect by being fully present instead of multitaskingAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“When we fail, we learn what doesn't work, we learn to adjust, we learn to bounce back and try a different approach. If we avoid failure, we can't learn.”In this episode on the Power Presence Academy podcast, I want to dive deep into a topic that resonates with so many, the fear of failure. Through my work as an executive coach I've heard countless stories of individuals struggling with the fear of failure, especially in high-pressure leadership or executive roles.Rather than seeing failure as personal inadequacy, I challenge you to view it as a natural part of growth and learning. Together, let's discover how failure can pave the way for success. Join me as we confront the fear of failure and embrace the transformative power of resilience and learning.In this episode:The fear of failure and how it can consume one's identityCommon fears leaders have around perceived failureHow the fear of failure can paralyze action and learningReframing failure as an opportunity for growth and learningAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“The fear of failure - when we're focused on the fear, it paralyzes us.”“Is my need for personal and ego validation getting in the way of my overall impact?”"I've failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed." -Michael Jordan"A fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool." -William ShakespeareConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Presence is the energy you embody. We are energetic beings, and we all embody a presence.”How powerful is your presence?I received a question from a listener recently asking me about the meaning of the name of the podcast. Specifically, what is Power Presence? I decided to address his question in this episode.To do this I start by defining what I consider presence to be and sharing two examples of the impact of your presence as a leader. I then explain how to access your own Power Presence.In this episode:My definition of PresenceLeadership presence in action: The impact of a supportive teacher versus the impact of a dismissive advisorAccessing your own power presence Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“Power is the capacity to act and influence. [...] They had capacity to act and influence based on their title, but I think all of us have the capacity to act and influence regardless of our title.”“I would define power presence as the ability to show up in an intentional, grounded, credible, connected, and interpersonally impactful manner wherever you are.”“Power presence is accessed by making an internal shift from reacting to our emotions and thoughts and the ego part of ourselves, to actually observing and intentionally choosing our thoughts and responses to what is needed in the moment.”Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“The best teams and the best leaders are the ones who will say: please tell me more about that.”  What is inclusion? How do we practice it in organizational life? In this episode, I talk with Kelly McDonald, a speaker and author on the topic with an extensive background researching consumer trends and changing demographics. We discuss how to create an inclusive workplace with practical strategies like acknowledging discomfort, understanding different perspectives, and overcoming unconscious biases. While we often talk about diversity and inclusion, Kelly insists that many leaders aren't comfortable having the conversations that will produce deeper understanding and genuine inclusion. She shares practical tips to help leaders stop shying away from difficult conversations for fear of “saying the wrong thing”, and instead learn to ask questions and listen with curiosity and respect.Kelly highlights the importance of respect and listening fully to the experiences shared by diverse groups to foster real communication and inclusion.  We discuss how to lead diverse teams effectively by tapping into different backgrounds and viewpoints to drive innovation, business success, and a more collaborative culture.In this episode:What it means to create an inclusive workplaceThe importance of respect and listeningHow to lead diverse teams effectivelyAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Kelly McDonald is the President of McDonald Marketing, she has over 20 years of experience advising global brands on marketing strategies.  Through her bestselling books, like "How to Work with and Lead People Not Like You", she shares practical tools for overcoming unconscious bias and creating respect across differences.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Kelly McDonaldConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“What can you do today to feel more alive and fulfilled  with meaning and purpose?” Our pop culture and  the media is flooded with methods and strategies to help us become happy, or at least happier.  Today, let's discuss this happiness trap and reconsider and reframe this relentless pursuit of happiness. Instead of searching for happiness, I suggest we pursue deeper meaning, purpose, significance and fulfillment in our lives. Feeling happy is a temporary state. Being driven by meaning and purpose is a lasting state, regardless of circumstance.In this episode of Power Presence Academy, I talk about the pursuit of meaning over happiness, emphasizing that happiness is fleeting and often disconnected from a sense of fulfillment. I also talk about the importance of making a difference in our environments and how impactful actions may not always coincide with feelings of happiness. I remind listeners about the power of choice and encourage leaders to reflect on their strengths and use them to make a positive impact in the world. In this episode:The pursuit of meaning over happinessImportance of making a differenceThe power of choice and reflectionUsing your strengths for greater fulfillment and impactAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor FranklConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“You've got to decide whether this is going to be a hobby, or if it's going to be a business. And those are two very different things.”Have you been thinking about becoming a leadership coach ? Are you already a leadership coach, but struggling with turning your passion and aspirations into a successful business?In this episode, I address the growing interest in executive coaching as a career transition, especially among former executives, HR professionals, and leadership development experts. I discuss the need for a clear understanding of whether their coaching endeavor is intended as a hobby or a business, highlighting the significant differences between the two approaches.In this episode:Distinguishing between coaching as a hobby and coaching as a businessEssential skills and training for coachingBusiness considerations for coachingWhat to think about to create a profitable coaching businessAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Executive Coaching Bootcamp starting in August. Contact support@janetIoli.com for more information!Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“Listening to yourself takes courage, because sometimes you may not like what you hear.”Have you ever had something happen to you that feels like a signal from the universe, but you just dismiss it as meaningless?In this episode, I want to talk about the notion of listening, but listening from a very different vantage point than you'd expect. As leaders, we often talk about listening to others, but today we are talking about the art of listening to yourself. Your own deep wisdom is talking to you all the time, you just need to take the time to hear it. We are so conditioned to look for the rational that our deeper knowing and intuition is dismissed or ignored. In this episode:The importance of deeply listening to yourselfEmbracing your true potentialHow to listen to your inner wisdomAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“When you have walked in the shoes of other people, empathy comes much easier.”Can you learn to be more empathetic?There's no better person to garner an informed opinion from about this question than Dr. Helen Riess, founder and CEO of Empathetics, Inc., a company that provides empathy training to hospitals and doctors.And her answer is yes.Dr. Riess and I discuss why empathy is important in leadership and how you can learn to develop more empathy.Since empathy is a critical skill for leaders, we discuss what it is and the systematic training people can experience that will help them learn to use their empathy muscle more readily and frequently.In this episode:What is empathy?The role of empathy in leadershipLearning empathy as a skillPractical things to do to become a more empathetic leaderAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Dr. Helen Riess is the Founder, CEO, and Chief Scientist for Empathetics, Inc. Dr. Riess is a clinical professor and research psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School who developed empathy education based on neuroscience research. Tested in pilot studies and a randomized controlled trial at Massachusetts General Hospital and published in peer reviewed medical journals, her research won the Partners (Mass. General Brigham) Healthcare  Medical Education Research Award and an  Arnold P. Gold Foundation for Humanism in Medicine Research Institute Award. The Empathy Effect: Seven Neuroscience-Based Keys for Transforming the Way We Live, Love, Work, and Connect Across Differences by Helen Riess and Liz NeporentConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Helen Riess, M.D.Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“If you want to lead transformational change, you have to do the work on yourself first.”What makes a leader great?This question is a hard one to answer, even after my 25+ years studying and working in the field of human and leadership development.As I think more deeply about that question, I am convinced after all this experience working with leaders that a great leader is someone who spends the time to do the deeper work on themselves. Greatness is sourced from the inside-out. The leader who works on their own tendency to get defensive, learns to regulate unproductive and reactive emotions, and understands their own weaknesses is one who gets out of their own way. Part of that deeper work includes healing the impact of childhood adversity. Today we're talking about how our childhood adversity can impact our leadership effectiveness. We also talk about doing the deeper work to overcome our own unproductive, unconscious patterns that get in the way of our interpersonal relations.In this episode:What makes a leader great?The impact of childhood trauma on human developmentDoing the work on yourself to lead transformational changeAnd more!Power Presence Academy | Leadership with Less Ego And More Soul is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk M.D. How to Do the Work: Recognize Your Patterns, Heal from Your Past, and Create Your Self by Dr. Nicole LePeraComplex PTSD: From Surviving to Thriving: A GUIDE AND MAP FOR RECOVERING FROM CHILDHOOD TRAUMA by Pete Walker Connect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

“The most important things in this world are the products of the human mind”Your conscious mind is responsible for only a tiny sliver of what science says is going on inside your brain. Most of what you experience, your moods and the things you like and dislike come from a much more mysterious, unknown part of your mind, the unconscious.That's what we're talking about in this episode, with psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman. We discuss the psychology of the unconscious mind, accessing your intuition, and how it all influences our behavior and our leadership.In this episode:Understanding the brain, its functions, and the conscious mindThe psychology of the unconscious mind and the collective and personal unconsciousTuning into your unconscious mind to be a better leaderAccessing your intuitionThe shadow: Part of the personal unconsciousAnd more!Power Presence Academy is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose to lead with Less Ego and More Soul.Resource Links:Dr. Daniel Z. Lieberman is a professor and Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Sciences at George Washington University. He's a distinguished fellow of the American Psychiatric Association and has published over 50 scientific reports on behavioral science. He has provided insight on psychiatric issues for the US Department of Health and Human Services and the US Department of Commerce.Read Daniel's latest book: Spellbound: Modern Science, Ancient Magic, and the Hidden Potential of the Unconscious MindConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Daniel Z. LiebermanConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms

If you're a leader trying to create a more engaged culture, where there's a sense of belonging and purpose, then you're not going to want to miss this episode. My guest today is Claude Silver, the Chief Heart Officer at VaynerMedia. You may recognize VaynerMedia by the name of its owner, Gary Vaynerchuk, known as Gary Vee, a wildly popular entrepreneur and social media influencer regarding topics related to career advice, entrepreneurship, and marketing.So many of you are constantly creating initiatives to improve company cultures. The common ones are initiatives for diversity, engagement, or leadership.  After listening to this conversation, I'm hoping you'll take a different look at your tendency to focus on initiatives. Embodiment of some key core values and how everyone is showing up every day is really what creates workplace culture, not just having an initiative to drive it.  Claude is a master at creating that type of culture and that's what we're talking about today. Her title of “Chief Heart Officer” is in itself a provocative and definitive message about the culture.. Yet leading with heart does not mean less accountability or the lack of hard, direct conversations. Claude and I discuss how to lead with heart AND have hard conversations about accountability.In this episode:Creating space for people and a feeling of safety in the workplaceBuilding a culture around humanity and heartGetting leaders in your organization aligned with your visionWhat does a Chief Heart Officer actually do?Advice for leaders aiming to create a more inclusive workplaceLeading with heart does not mean lack of direct feedback or accountabilityAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and learn to lead with Less Ego, More Soul.Resource Links:Claude Silver is an emotional optimist, coach, manager, and mentor. As the first ever Chief Heart Officer it is her great honor to lead at VaynerMedia. She works for approximately 2000 humans and is in touch with the heartbeat of every single person in the company. Her role is to infuse the agency with empathy. It's her purpose. And it's her joy.Connect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Claude SilverConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.

“Your soul needs nurturing and care too, and that nurturing comes from alignment with meaning and purpose. Whatever else you are placing before your physical and spiritual self-care rituals will only cause you to be reactive and out of the flow.”You know what it feels like when you're at your best, you're in the flow, and you're just rocking it on all cylinders. Those days when you look forward to getting out of bed in the morning. You know that feeling? Now, I'll bet if you're like most of the coaching clients and the leaders that I work with, you also know all too well what it feels like to lose that groove and to feel so overwhelmed and burnt out that you are no longer excited about what you're doing. If you're feeling like you've lost your groove, this episode may just be the catalyst you need to get it back. I'll provide you with 4 strategies to get your groove back quickly and make you feel more excited and energized about your work and life.In this episode:Identifying your triggers for overwhelm and frustrationPrioritizing personal health and self-care for high-performanceFinding purpose and meaning in lifeTaking a soul search break and making a change to become more in alignment with your purpose and goalsAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and learn to lead with Less Ego, More Soul.Resource Links:Read The Power of Full Engagement: Managing Energy, Not Time, Is the Key to High Performance and Personal Renewal by Jim Loehr and Tony SchwartzConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.

“A warrior for the human spirit is the sane human being wanting to serve an insane, inhumane time.”Welcome back to the rest of my conversation with Dr. Margaret Wheatley. If you missed the last episode where we started our conversation, I really encourage you to go back and listen to it before you start this one.If you're not familiar with Dr. Margaret Wheatley, you're missing out. She is the author of the classic and iconic book “Leadership and the New Science”.  I was exposed to that book early on in my career, and she was one of the first people to tie quantum theory and quantum science to leadership.In Part 2, we talk about what a warrior for the human spirit is, how you can go about creating meaningful change as a leader, and so much more.In this episode:Warriors of the human spiritDeveloping spiritual depth to be in service of othersA fundamental flaw in leadership todayFocusing on who you are being rather than what you are doing as a leaderAdvice for leaders wanting to create meaningful changeAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and learn to lead with Less Ego, More Soul.Resource Links:Margaret Wheatley has written ten books, including the classic Leadership and the New Science. She received her Doctorate from Harvard University in 1979, an M.A. in Media Ecology from NYU in 1974, and a B.A. from the University of Rochester in 1966. Find the two books Margaret mentioned here:Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World Restoring Sanity: Practices to Awaken Generosity, Creativity, and Kindness in Ourselves and Our Organizationsand her other books hereConnect with today's guest on her website: margaretwheatley.comConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.

“Where we are now, compared to where we were 30 years ago is an entirely new, startlingly destructive time.”One of the things that I like to do on this podcast is have deeper conversations about issues regarding leadership, and what type of leader and person we need to become to lead effectively. That's why I'm delighted to have Margaret Wheatley as my guest today. As a consultant, senior-level advisor, teacher, speaker, and formal leader, she has worked on all continents (except Antarctica) with all levels, ages, and types of organizations, leaders, and activists. Her work now focuses on developing and supporting leaders globally as Warriors for the Human Spirit.We cover everything from societal destruction to elevating your individual consciousness.In this episode:What motivated Margaret to write her book “Leadership and the New Science”The common denominators contributing to the destructive state of our timeHuman nature, leadership, and societal destructionElevating your individual consciousnessAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and learn to lead with Less Ego, More Soul.Resource Links:Margaret Wheatley has written ten books, including the classic Leadership and the New Science. She received her Doctorate from Harvard University in 1979, an M.A. in Media Ecology from NYU in 1974, and a B.A. from the University of Rochester in 1966. Find the two books Margaret mentioned here:- Leadership and the New Science: Discovering Order in a Chaotic World - Restoring Sanity: Practices to Awaken Generosity, Creativity, and Kindness in Ourselves and Our OrganizationsYou can also find her other books here.Connect with today's guest on her website: margaretwheatley.comConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.

“Trust your life force. Trust that there is something bigger than you.”We talk so much about developing IQ and emotional intelligence, but I think we shy away from conversations about our shared spiritual essence and the search for meaning and purpose. Today's guest opens up the door for us to think about connecting with our spirit, our soul's essence, and operating with less ego and more soul.Agapi Stassinopoulos is a best-selling author and speaker who inspires audiences around the world. She aims to help change the way we work and live.In this episode:Agapi's journey of spiritual intelligenceAccessing your highest self and a higher powerGetting more grounded and in tune with your inner selfConnecting to your heart and soul rather than just your mindThe role of ego in personal growth and relationshipsAnd more!Power Presence Academy: Practical Wisdom for Leaders is the go-to podcast for anyone who leads. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach and advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 100 companies. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and learn to lead with Less Ego, More Soul.Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode“You've got to do the inner work. If you want the results, you've got to put the time, the hours. You've got to disconnect.”“It's so simple. You don't need a coach, you don't need a teacher, you don't need a therapist. You've got your diary, you've got your journal, you've got your beautiful pens.”“What is your currency? It doesn't have to be money. It doesn't have to be recognition. And for me, my currency is my heart.”“You cannot open up your heart if you have judgments on yourself; if you think you're not good enough.”Resource Links:Agapi Stassinopoulos is a best-selling author and motivational speaker. She has spoken at L'Oreal, Women's Health Magazine, PepsiCo, Google, Nike, Starbucks, and many more organizations. Currently, Agapi is facilitating workshops and seminars for Thrive Global, a company founded by her sister, Arianna Huffington, to help change the way we work and live around the world and prevent the burnout epidemic.Email Agapi at agapi@unbindingtheheart.com  to ask for her guided meditations.Read Agapi's latest book: Speaking with Spirit: 52 Prayers to Guide, Inspire, and Uplift YouConnect with today's guest on LinkedIn: Agapi StassinopoulosConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @janetioliJanet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli's book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.