Podcasts about fifth dimensional leadership

Welcome back to another episode of The Grey Areas podcast! This week, we are thrilled to be joined by the incredible Ginny Clarke. Ginny is a world-renowned conscious leadership expert, sought-after speaker, author, instructor, and advisor. Her approach to leadership is rooted in the five dimensions of conscious leadership, which encourages leaders to deepen their self-awareness, embrace their truth, inspire love, expand their consciousness, and activate their mastery. Ginny empowers individuals to become radically accountable and fosters a space for healthy, authentic leadership.With over 30 years of expertise in executive recruiting and talent management, Ginny has held leadership roles at Google and Spencer Stuart. Among her many accomplishments, she is the author of "Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in a New World of Work" and the host of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast. Ginny teaches people to demonstrate empathy, honour their competency, and drive positive change and growth.In this episode, Ginny sits down with us to discuss conscious leadership and building inclusive work cultures. Tune in to hear more on:6:30 - How to lead from the soul.11:30 - The five dimensions of conscious leadership.20:30 - Finding the courage and bravery to uphold boundaries.23:30 - The first steps to instil action and change in senior roles.25:30 - Burnout: How it affects leaders and how to work through it31:30 - Practical ways to approach uncertain corporate situations.43:10 - Cubicle Confessions: Conflict, negativity, and high-pressure positions.Ginny's Links YoutubeInstagramTikTokFifth Dimensional Leadership PodcastCareer Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work Kelsey's Links For You:WebsiteGrey Areas InstagramKelsey's InstagramLinkedInTikTok

I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 160, Ginny talks about advice from her father, provides performance feedback to team members at Google, and advises us about making needs explicit. Prologue Ginny is a conscious leadership expert with more than three decades of experience in executive recruiting, talent management, and commercial real estate. She is passionate about helping individuals and organizations build strong cultures rooted in conscious choices and personal accountability. Ginny authored Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work. She hosts the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast. She holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and a BA in French and Linguistics from the University of California at Davis.   01:32 Part 1: What Do You Want? 13:44 Part 2: Quality Feedback Involves Inquiring, Listening, and Caring 18:50 Part 3: Activate the Good in Others _________________________________   Robynne Orr is the opening voice narrator. To learn more about her amazing storytelling capabilities, visit Robynne's website, R.ORR. No transcript available (future enhancement) Episode links Jenny's LinkedIn Profile, website, blog, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram Jenny's book: Career Mapping, Charting Your Course In The New World Of Work Sample of some of Jenny's videos: Find Your Voice, Rethinking Your Job Search, Becoming Your Own Compass Gary DePaul's website Gary's books:    What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?    Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership  Lead on!

To land that dream job, you first need a dream - and a plan.  Dive in as Insights@Work host Jeff Livingston learns first-hand from author and former Executive Recruiter for Google, Ginny Clarke, what today's leaders need and the purposeful approach you need to take to succeed in today's modern workplace. Featured Guest: Ginny Clarke: keynote speaker; Talent Advisor; author of “Career Mapping: Charting your course in the new world of work”, and podcast host of “Fifth Dimensional Leadership”  Topics Discussed:  Career Mapping; adapting your career plan as circumstances change; Fifth-Dimensional Leadership - leading with purpose and values and creating a positive impact on society, workplace culture from inside Google's headquarters   Copyright © 2023 ADP, LLC. All rights reserved. This content may not be distributed, reproduced, modified, sold or used without the written permission of ADP. The information is provided "as is" without any expressed or implied warranty, is based on generally accepted HR practices and is advisory in nature. This content is provided with the understanding that neither the presenters nor the writers are rendering legal advice or other professional services. Employers are encouraged to consult with legal counsel for advice regarding their organization's compliance with applicable laws. This material is current as of the date of this episode (April 17, 2023).

We all have the power to propel our lives in a new direction.  Every moment is an opportunity to seize new opportunities, explore and evolve as human beings.  It can be scary to step forward into new horizons, but you have to break free from those fears and limits to truly move forward.   I'm your host, Ginny Clarke, a former executive recruiter who worked for global executive search firm, Spencer Stuart, and Google. I have assessed and coached thousands of executives and other leaders. I'm also the author of Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work.  In this final episode,  I am talking about exploring the unknown, breaking free of our own limiting beliefs, thoughts and fears. I am also sharing the next big step for  Fifth Dimensional Leadership. Things you will also learn in this episode: Get to know the Fifth Dimensional Leadership University (5DLU) offerings Why needing all the answers is a slippery slope and how to manage uncertainty How the need to please others can impair effective decision making Why releasing fear can clear a path to innovation, confidence, acceptance and love How our past can inform but doesn't have to define our present and future

Self-confidence is a superpower that can help determine our success. It is a force that gives us the courage and strength to take any risk, despite knowing our weaknesses. Our leaders play a great role in empowering us, supporting us in rebuilding ourselves and reinventing our self-expression.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler, Managing Partner and Founder of Aesthetx. Growing up in a working-class home caring for her siblings, Dr. Zeidler appreciated the ability to care for others. As her interest in medicine grew, so did her passion for helping others in a way that inspired her creativity and sense of beauty. In our conversation, Dr. Zeidler discusses the science behind rebuilding our self-confidence and reshaping our success.   Dr. Zeidler received her Bachelor of Arts degree in biology from Rice University in Houston, Texas. She earned her Doctor of Medicine Degree at the University of California, San Francisco, one of the top five medical schools in the country. As a board-certified plastic surgeon, her experience in reconstruction gives her more than just a broad understanding of the complexities of the human body, but allows her to understand exactly how significantly cosmetic surgery can change someone's life for the better.   Along with her stellar reputation in aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, Dr. Zeidler is considered a leading authority on the newest technologies related to breast surgery. Dr. Zeidler works as a clinical researcher for companies such as  Allergan and Sientra. She has also written several publications and lectured across the country to educate other plastic surgeons on these technologies, as well as her own techniques in aesthetic breast surgery.    Things you will also learn in this episode: How Dr. Z  side-stepped imposter syndrome by committing to exceptional training and mentorship.  The driving forces behind balancing operating and patient care, running a practice and being a wife and mother. Emerging aesthetic trends among those from different generations. What it means to have a “right to beauty” and how the ideals of beauty have changed in recent years. How self-confidence and self-expression can lead to success. Quotes: “As a surgeon, thinking like a chef means you're creating something beautiful; medically sound, life-saving, beautifying, and making someone whole using those principles.” - Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler   “You can express your own style and not be worried that someone is going to discount anything that you have to say. Your research and credibility are not affected by a little bit of self-expression.” - Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler   “Your overall sense of self and self-confidence is tied to your personal perception of your self-expression, whether it's beauty, or youth. For everyone, it means something different.” - Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler   “The idea of confidence with your physical presence in the world is tied with success.” - Dr. Kamakshi Zeidler

The more relentlessly we pursue our goals, the more we fail to realize that we are already perpetuating our suffering. We become so preoccupied with seeking prosperity, pleasure and recognition that we forget to live in the moment.    It takes a deeper understanding of ourselves and unraveling the mystery behind our identities to free ourselves from this endless cycle and reclaim our lives and true happiness.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Emilio Diez Barroso. Emilio is an investor, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who is deeply committed to alleviating suffering in the world. In our conversation, Emilio talks about how we can stop perpetuating our suffering in the world through conscious leadership.    Emilio is  a general partner at BOLD Capital Partners, a venture capital firm, and Chairman & CEO of Nala Investments, a family office with operations across various industries, including communications, transportation, consumer products, real estate, technology, and media.    Emilio was previously managing director of Corporacion Trianggulo in Mexico City and currently sits on numerous for-profit and nonprofit boards. He recently completed his book The Mystery of You: Freedom is Closer Than You Think. Things you will also learn in this episode: What the ‘Illusion of Separation” means. Finding intimacy with life to stop seeking. Tuning yourself to what you want.e How to live in a state of curiosity  How to achieve the “truest surrender”   Quotes:   “With separation comes identities– things that define who I am. And when all those things define me, and I attach my values and worth to those things, I become very attached to how someone else looks compared to me, or when one of those identities gets threatened.” - Emilio Diez Barrosso   “The body is very much in the present moment, and it's always in a relationship right now.” - Emilio Diez Barrosso   “If we take responsibility for our upsets and the judgements that we hold for ourselves and own it, then we will be that beacon of light that alleviates suffering.” - Emilio Diez Barrosso   “Pain is not an option, but suffering is, and most suffering stems from resistance.” - Emilio Diez Barrosso   “When we can be in that place of inner cohesion, our actions can be powerful.” - Emilio Diez Barrosso   The antidote to resistance isn't acceptance, it's curiosity. - Emilio Diez Barrosso

Creating a healthy environment where teams can perform at their best and where innovation is nurtured starts with creating a culture of belonging, and that  starts with LEADERSHIP.     In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Yogesh Soni. Yogesh is an author who has explored how to create organizations with a sense of belonging, which is a fundamental human need.    Yogesh is an engineer who has been a business leader, leading product teams in purpose-driven technology companies. He believes that technology and economic activities are a massive force for human progress. Yogesh has designed a blueprint that can scale across organizations, which he combined in his book Digital belonging - Building Human-Centered Organizations.   In our conversation, Yogesh talks about exploring the lack of human connection in the workplace and how to create a culture of belonging.   Things you will also learn in this episode: Finding out the “why” of cultural differences in the workplace. The key factor in the ”Great Resignation.” Why we need to refocus on our human needs. How to define “belonging” in a business environment How the need to belong can compromise one's mental health   Quotes:   “The problem is that there is very little focus on human needs and very high focus on business outcomes. If you ignore those human needs, you will frequently see burnout, depression, and disengagement.” - Yogesh Soni   “You may think that a sense of belonging is the cure to everything, but the need to belong can also have a negative effect, depending on what kind of tribe you want to belong to.” - Yogesh Soni   “It's not enough for people to be physically present; they must be mentally, psychologically, and emotionally present for each other.” - Yogesh Soni   “Belonging and community have very real, tangible business outcomes.” - Yogesh Soni

The values you uphold are one of the most crucial aspects of leadership. Knowing and promoting those values as a leader helps you influence and govern your team in the right direction. And by adhering to your values, you inspire others to follow and adopt them.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Harry Kraemer, Jr. Harry is an executive partner at Madison Dearborn Partners, a private equity firm based in Chicago. He is also a Clinical Professor of Leadership at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management.  In our conversation, Harry talks about leading and positively influencing people through values-based leadership.   Harry is the author of three best-selling leadership books: From Values to Action: The Four Principles of Values-Based Leadership; Becoming The Best: Build a World-Class Organization Through Values-Based Leadership. and Your 168: Finding Purpose and Satisfaction in a Values-Based Life.   Harry is the former chairman and CEO of Baxter International Inc., a $13 billion global healthcare company. He joined Baxter in 1982 as director of corporate development and was named senior vice president and chief financial officer in 1993. In the following years, he assumed additional responsibility in Baxter's Renal and Medication Delivery businesses, was elected to Baxter's board of directors in 1995, and was named president of Baxter International Inc. in 1997.    Harry graduated summa cum laude from Lawrence University of Wisconsin with a bachelor's degree in mathematics and economics. He received an MBA degree in finance and accounting from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and is a certified public accountant.  Things you will also learn in this episode: Putting things in perspective through math. Three things Harry did as CEO at Baxter that drove success. Distinguishing between values and preferences What it means to be liked vs. being respected. Examples of effective communication and setting boundaries. Quotes: “It's when you get to explain things that you realize you understand it.” - Harry Kraemer   “Values are non-negotiable, must not be compromised, and should be laid out very clearly.” - Harry Kraemer   “As a leader, when you're leading, the goal is not to be right; the goal is to do the right thing.” - Harry Kraemer   “This whole idea of leadership has nothing to do with titles and organizational charts, but it has everything to do with the ability to influence people.” - Harry Kraemer   “The more you know about any topic, the more you know how little you know. - Harry Kraemer   “You can learn something from every single person you encounter, and when that light goes on and you realize how much you can learn by every encounter, it changes your life.” - Harry Kraemer   “Develop a balanced perspective… seek to understand before you are understood.” - Harry Kraemer

It's a challenge to create a safe workplace where each of us can thrive, and the pressure falls hard on our leaders. It takes courage and significant motivation to help leaders improve so they can better lead their people in this complex time.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Edward Sullivan, CEO & Managing Partner at Velocity Coaching. Edward has coached and mentored start-up founders, Fortune 500 executives, and political leaders for over 20 years. Edward helps startup CEOs and their executive teams scale their leadership skills and build cultures of collaboration, high performance, and psychological safety. When working with more established companies, he focuses on helping CEOs transform their teams and culture to be more agile and responsive to compete in today's fast-paced environment.    In our conversation, Edward talks about transforming leadership to build cultures of collaboration, connection, and psychological safety.   Edward holds an MBA from the Wharton School, an MPA from the Harvard Kennedy School, and trained as a coach at Co-Active Training Institute and New Ventures West. In addition, Edward has  co-authored several books including Leading with Heart: Five Conversations That Unlock Creativity, Purpose, and Results; The Secret to Becoming a Better Manager; and How to Protect Your Team From a Toxic Work Culture.   Things you will also learn in this episode: Executive coaching as a competitive advantage. How to proactively address toxicity. Why we are in a leadership crisis How to help manage your team's mental health as a leader. Why Edward wants to wage a war on “executive presence.” Quotes: “Coaching is now viewed as a proactive investment in performance as opposed to a remedial bandage that we put on poor performance.” - Edward Sullivan   “Change has to come from [leaders] for the system to heal. Not all systems heal because one person is able to be brave.” - Edward Sullivan   “When a company is printing billions of dollars per year, there's really no incentive to change. But it takes transformative leadership to stop and think if it's the company you want to build.” - Edward Sullivan   “Have the courage to ask for what we need and the curiosity to ask other what they need” - Edward Sullivan   “We can create change in the dysfunctional system by taking off our masks, putting down our shields, and being vulnerable again.” - Edward Sullivan   “Often, the CEO or the Founder has the clearest lens of what good looks like, but if no one is meeting that expectation, it's a leadership problem, not performance.” - Edward Sullivan   “If we endure for months that feeling of not being seen, not emotionally connected, and not appreciated by our team and leaders, that's when we start to feel emotionally exhausted and that is the true cause of burnout.” - Edward Sullivan   “Often, our gifts come from something we had to learn to do to get by in this world.” - Edward Sullivan

Everyone has a unique purpose.   However, not everyone is aware of it. Helping individuals discover their true selves and realize their own unique purpose is the essence of great leadership.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Imran Qureshi. Imran serves as Managing Director and Head of North America with 30 years of experience. He is responsible for WTW's business in Canada and the United States across all business segments, growing revenue, representing WTW in the business community and securing the engagement of ~17,000 colleagues. In this interview, Imran talks about how to unlock the value of people through purpose-driven leadership.   Previously, Imran chaired WTW's North America Inclusion & Diversity (I&D) Council and served on WTW's Growth Board. Prior to that, he held leadership positions in WTW's Global Services and Solutions business, during which he worked with North American and European multinationals helping them go global through acquisitions, organic growth and governance. Before joining WTW, Imran was an international consultant in the United Kingdom.   Imran holds a BSc. Degree in mathematics with honors from the University of Manchester in the U.K. and has an actuarial background. He also holds a diploma in International Employee Benefits from the International Employee Benefits Association (IEBA) and has lectured on governance and globalization at Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management and the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. Imran is currently a board director at The Executives' Club of Chicago.    Things you will also learn in this episode:   How to overcome risk aversion and limiting beliefs. Finding purpose-driven work and experiencing the joy of the moment. Distinguishing between mentorship and sponsorship, and the need for both. How to bring “sunlight” and accountability to your organization How to use discomfort as a means to grow.   Quotes:   “We have to move away from the hero culture and transition the true meaning of leadership into unlocking the value of individuals.” - Imran Qureshi   “Often, you don't realize the advice you get and its pivotal impact until much later, so it's important to be self-reflective.” - Imran Qureshi   “The ability to advocate on behalf of others is the distinction between mentorship and sponsorship.” - Imran Qureshi   “Your reputation is tied to a function of promoting who you believe is ready to be developed, promoted, and moved along.” - Imran Qureshi   “When you communicate that you are doing things differently, you start to build trust.” - Imran Qureshi   “When you can build that culture of trust and psychological safety, you start to move the dial.” - Imran Qureshi   “Purpose transcends lofty individual perspectives, but the key is asking that fundamental question: ‘Why do you do what you do?'” - Imran Qureshi   “As soon as you become comfortable, you stop growing.” - Imran Qureshi   “We are a function of our experiences.” - Imran Qureshi

Ginny Clarke is the CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC. She is a talent strategist and organizational builder who provides insights to some of the world's leading executive search firms and technology companies. She recently started her consultancy, where she speaks, writes, and hosts the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast. She was the Director of Leadership Staffing and led diversity and internal mobility and non-tech recruiting teams at Google for nearly five years. As a seasoned executive recruiter, Ginny possesses a singular approach to leadership assessment, diversity, recruiting, and talent management that is sought after by her peers. In this episode… An overlooked aspect of leadership is found in recruitment. More than merely focusing on the hiring process, great leaders can enable, nurture, and welcome new people into their teams. This slight shift into conscious leadership starts from the very beginning and runs through the entire relationship. However, this is easier said than done. Ginny Clarke is aware of the difficulties of conscious leadership and has positioned her career towards helping others develop that mindset. She has worked with powerful brands like Google and Spencer Stuart, growing a thorough approach to recruiting and diversity. Now she explains her ideas to you. In this episode of Level Up, Nick Araco talks with Ginny Clarke, CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC, about recruiting, growing, and conscious leading. They begin with Ginny's career path and the story that made her the leader she is today. She then dives into greater detail on executive recruiting, developing an internal mobility and diversity team at Google, and knowing the difference between managing and leading. Check out the full episode for all of this and more!

Change starts with an idea and accelerates with leadership.    It takes more than innovative tools to move toward a better future. Through collaboration and leadership, we can bring to life the unique ideas that will change our trajectory and move humanity forward.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, our guest is Will Weisman, a leader passionate about people and ideas who is focused on bringing them together to help unlock great opportunities and make a positive impact on the world.  He is the Founder and Managing Director of KittyHawk Ventures. In our conversation, Will talks about moving humanity forward by leveraging technology to accelerate change.   Previously Will Weisman served as an Executive Director at Singularity University, which “helps leaders adapt to a world of accelerating change and empower them to leverage tech to improve the lives of one billion people over the next five years.” Will spent seven years at Singularity and continues to work with Singularity co-founder Peter Diamandis.   Will's experience managing, investing in and advising technology and consumer product companies has given him a unique combination of investment, operational and entrepreneurial experience. He was a venture capitalist at Foundation Capital and Maveron and an operator at Intuit and World Wrapps.   Will holds an MBA from Stanford and a BA from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He speaks regularly around the world on exponential technology trends, as well as venture investing and entrepreneurship. Will is an avid kiteboarder and ocean swimmer, and resides in Santa Monica, California. Things you will also learn in this episode: Understanding psychedelics from scientific, medical and investment perspectives. What “Longevity Escape Velocity” is and its implications on life as we know it How technology is unlocking unique ideas and life-changing opportunities Which leadership competencies  are needed in the technology sector Why storytelling is key to attracting strong talent and raising investment capital Quotes:   “How we look at ourselves and the world is our reality.” - Will Weisman   “The world is built on growth, and when you've got a shrinking populace, that creates other challenges for the economy and how the world functions.” - Will Weisman   “To  be successful, you have to be able to tell your and your company's story in a way that resonates with people.” - Will Weisman   “With the right people around us, we can do much more than we give ourselves credit for.” - Will Weisman   “Sometimes you have to put yourself in harder situations to get to a place where it starts to feel natural for you.” - Will Weisman   “Surround yourself with smart people who are doers and are open and adaptive to change because those are the people you want to be in business with.” - Will Weisman   “Control what you can control, and let the rest go.” - Will Weisman “We are our own limiting factor, so if you start to dream bigger and look at yourself and see the world in a more positive way, the world reacts to you in a more positive way.” - Will Weisman

It takes courage to become a great leader, and it's up to us to dare to step up. But we can only become a leader by knowing our worth and showing up to bring our value.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Shelmina Babai Abji. Shelmina is a TEDx speaker, board member, former vice president at IBM, and an angel investor. She started her career as a software engineer and then moved into sales and sales leadership, leading global teams to deliver over $1B in annual revenues and serving as a key decision maker in hiring and promoting hundreds of professionals. In our conversation, Shelmina talks about the power of knowing your worth, showing up and leading intentionally.   At the peak of her career, she left IBM to share her strategies with other women to accelerate their  professional success. Through mentoring thousands of women and speaking at corporations, colleges, and conferences globally, she realized that women are still struggling with the same challenges she faced during her career.  looking for a plan to prove themselves and rise to the ranks of leadership.  These women inspired her to write her book, SHOW YOUR WORTH: 8 Intentional Strategies for Women to Emerge as Leaders At Work.   Shelmina has degrees in Computer Science from the University of Wisconsin, LaCrosse, and Mathematics from Wadia College in Pune, India. As part of IBM's top talent, she received extensive leadership training at IBM and Harvard.   Things you will also learn in this episode:   What “Transformational Value” is and how it guides your career How “strategic intention” helps you achieve your vision of success Optimizing focus, attention and priorities  The opportunity cost of saying “Yes” and the benefits of learning to say “No” How to combat naysayers and doubters. What refusing to opt out looks like for women of color Quotes:   “Success is externally visible and internally rewarding.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “Fake it till you make it doesn't work. Instead, trust yourself, learn, and grow until you make it.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “If you don't learn to speak up, you will never know how smart you are.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “You must intentionally feed your voice of courage and make it so loud to overcome your fear.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “It's not about working more hours; it's about understanding priorities and where to focus your attention.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “When you allocate your time, attention, and energy to your highest priorities, you make meaningful progress every single day.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “Success is up to us; we cannot wait for everything to change for us to become successful.” - Shelmina Babai Abji   “Do not give up your shot. Go where you can find success.” - Shelmina Babai Abji

The world has evolved, insisting that technology and humanity work hand in hand.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Chris Cochran and Ronald Eddings, Co-Founders of Hacker Valley Media, a multimedia production company that explores cybersecurity through person-centered storytelling. In our conversation, Chris and Ron talk about bridging technology and people through accessible information on cybersecurity and leadership.   Chris is Co-Founder and CEO of Hacker Valley Media. He is equal parts creator and technologist. He has extensive experience building and running strong cybersecurity programs and content, as well as a wealth of experience and passion for security operations, engineering, and leadership. His ultimate passion is finding and amplifying human stories to inspire and enlighten our community. Chris was in the Marines and led cybersecurity teams at Booz Allen, United Technologies, and Netflix, and has been a Visiting Fellow at the National Security Institute.   Ron is the Co-Founder and Executive Producer at Hacker Valley Media. His mission is to inspire, empower and uplift the technology community through knowledge and human stories so that others have the opportunity to reach their potential.  He has a lifelong commitment to learning and teaching. He has held security and cybersecurity roles at McAfee and Palo Alto Networks.    Things you will also learn in this episode: How Marvel superheroes inspire these media technologists What “Threat Intelligence” means and how cybersecurity relates to media. The diversity of experience and expertise required for the cybersecurity field. What it means to be a “Solution Excavator” and “Master Manifester.” How Chris and Ron manifested a world-class athlete as a guest on their podcast and became friends. Their take on machine learning, artificial intelligence, AR/VR, Web 3.0 and cryptocurrency    Quotes:   Chris Cochran   “If you want something to come to fruition, you have to want it and put in a plan in place to do it.” “Sometimes, the more audacious the goal, the more imposter syndrome you feel, that's a great opportunity for you to grow as a person.”   “If you put great things out to the Universe, the Universe will answer back.”   “Things are changing all the time, and there's always someone looking to take advantage of this change. But knowing that there are people that have dedicated their lives to protecting us should bring us peace.”   Ronald Eddings   “You can trust your mind, but you should verify.”   “Having friendships and networks can go a long way and result in things you never thought would happen at all.”   “Positive sum” is about conspiring to work with each other directly or indirectly… and work together.

Health is everyone's right.    Giving everyone equal access to this fundamental human right is this leader's primary responsibility.    However, it takes a collective and proactive effort to bring about the change that has to take place to help inequities in the healthcare system.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Dr. Adam Myers, Senior Vice President and Chief Clinical Transformation Officer (CCTO) for the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA), a national federation of 34 independent, community-based, and locally operated Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) companies. In our conversation, Dr. Myers discusses how to pave the way for an accessible and equitable healthcare system.   A longtime advocate for community health and health equity, Dr. Myers helps set the vision for the Blues' efforts to create a more equitable healthcare system.   Dr.  Myers formerly served as the Cleveland Clinic's chief of population health and the Cleveland Clinic Community Care program Director. A New York City native, Dr. Myers is board-certified in family medicine and has been in private practice in Oklahoma for over ten years.    He served on the faculty of the University of Oklahoma obstetrics and gynecology department and has earned the status of Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives, The American Institute of Healthcare Quality, and the American Association of Family Physicians.    Dr. Myers is past chair of the American Hospital Association board-level Committee for Clinical Leadership and has held board positions with the Health Care Transformation Task Force and The Joint Commission.   Dr. Myers received his undergraduate degree from Centenary College of Louisiana in Shreveport, graduated from Louisiana State University Medical Center, completed his residency with In His Image Family Practice Residency at Hillcrest Medical Center in Tulsa, Okla., and has completed fellowship work at the University of Oklahoma obstetrics and gynecology department. He also completed a master's in healthcare management from Harvard University. Things you will also learn in this episode: Why we need to change our view of privilege, diversity, equity and inclusion. How healthcare companies are trying to improve healthcare - the business case   The role that structural racism plays in healthcare inequalities. Why leading with  heart is part of the solution to some of society's ills   Quotes:   “We can't change everything, we can only do our part.” - Adam Myers   “Change is not automatic; it takes proactive effort to achieve a different result.” - Adam Myers   “Change is uncomfortable; people tend to gravitate toward comfort rather than discomfort.” - Adam Myers   “If we never get past the dichotomous approach to gaining privilege, we'll never get to the point of expanding it rather than just shifting it.” - Adam Myers   “Part of creating change is to be willing to dig deep and start with the heart.” - Adam Myers   “It doesn't take subject matter expertise in all aspects of what you lead to be a leader.” - Adam Myers   “Asking permission is one true and reliable way to soften the impact of the difficult truth.” - Adam Myers   “Find a way to offer grace.” - Adam Myers

BioGinny was most recently Director, Executive Recruiting at Google from August 2016 until November 2020. In this role, she led the Diversity, Non-tech Recruiting, and the Leadership Internal Mobility teams. Before Google, Ginny was a Partner at Spencer Stuart, the global executive search firm, where she co-founded and led the firm's Global Diversity Practice.  Currently, Ginny runs Ginny Clarke, LLC, her own talent and leadership consulting business. She is also an active keynote speaker, host and creator of podcast Fifth Dimensional Leadership, and the author of Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work (2011).Connect with Ginny Clarke!Website: http://www.ginnyclarke.comEmail: ginny@ginnyclarke.comTwitter: @GinnyClarkeFacebook: Ginny.Clarke.5Instagram: @ginny_clarkePinterest: @ginnyann8LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnyclarke/

We are more powerful if we work together despite our differences.   Leadership is about fostering equity and inclusion, not dominance and power at the expense of others. A leader can unify a diverse workforce into a single, powerful and thriving organization by practicing better leadership and becoming the team's force multiplier.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Bonita Stewart and Jacqueline Adams, authors of A Blessing: Women of Color Teaming Up to Lead, Empower and Thrive. In our conversation, Bonita and Jackie talk about empowering people of color in the workforce and improving leadership through authenticity, innovation, and inclusion. Bonita C. Stewart joined Google in 2006. Her career spans three decades leading multi-billion dollar operations, accelerating the adoption of digital technology and driving business transformation for large corporations in the computer, automotive and technology fields.    Currently, Bonita is the Board Partner for Gradient Ventures, Google's venture fund focused on early-stage AI companies. Previously, she served as VP of Global Partnerships, overseeing the largest U.S. publishers across media/entertainment, news/publishing, mobile apps, search, and commerce. Widely hailed for her leadership, in 2014, Crain's named her a Woman to Watch in Tech.    Jacqueline Adams launched a second career as a communications strategist after more than two decades as an Emmy Award-winning CBS News correspondent and was the first female African American White House Correspondent for the network. Through her boutique consulting firm, J Adams: Strategic Communications, LLC, she counsels various corporate and non-profit clients. She has had multi-year engagements with the global communications strategy firm Burson-Marsteller and the Ford Foundation. She serves as a senior advisor to the new payment platform for publishers, NICKLPass, and she has a major role in the training program for rising star managers of color, The Diverse Future. Things you will also learn in this episode: Why  “Generational Diversity” is so essential now What “The Great Migration 2.0” means What it means to move from “IQ to EQ to CQ” How the “Force Multiplier Effect” enriches our workforce What it means to be an “Only” Quotes:   Bonita Stewart:   “Everyone deserves a great manager, no exceptions! And women of color deserve camaraderie.”   “Companies need leaders who are good with people, now more than ever.”   “We're bringing data to this conversation because we know there's a level of innovation that women of color can bring to the workplace that's just been hidden or undervalued.”   Jackie Adams:   “A force multiplier improves the ability of an entity to achieve its goals and to exceed expectations.”   “We not only have to talk to ourselves and team up but also engage our allies.”   “Look for possibilities. Look for promise, not perfection.”   “We are driving for progress, and the managers have a choice to transform or lag behind, but those who transform will eventually see increases in profitability and productivity.” Resources Follow Bonita Stewart on Social Media Bonita on LinkedIn Bonita on Twitter    Follow Jacqueline Adams on Social Media Jackie on LinkedIn  Other Resources A Blessing: Women of Color Teaming Up to Lead, Empower and Thrive Lead, Empower, Thrive Website His Name Is George Floyd: One Man's Life and the Struggle for Racial Justice, by Toluse Olorunnipa and Robert Samuels Milken Center for Advancing the American Dream

Some leaders are humble and have a high level of tolerance, others stand out for their charisma and social skills and others are recognized for their great commitment and responsibility. But to be a great leader you have to be an effective communicator.  However, effective communication doesn't always require the exchange of words. Sometimes, it's best to simply be present, listen and try to establish a better connection. It takes a passionate leader to create that connection, which paves the way for learning and growth.  In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Matt Abrahams. Matt is a passionate, collaborative, and innovative educator and coach. He teaches Effective Virtual Communication and Essentials of Strategic Communication at Stanford University's Graduate School of Business. In our conversation, Matt talks about how communication creates connections that unlock opportunities to learn, grow, and be challenged.   Matt is also Founder and Principal at Think Fast Talk Smart LLC, a presentation and communication skills company based in Silicon Valley that helps people improve their presentation skills.    Matt is writing his second book, Think Fast Talk Smart: How to think and speak brilliantly in impromptu situations, and the third edition of his book Speaking Up Without Freaking Out, a book written to help the millions of people who want to present more confidently and convincingly. He also hosts the GSB podcast called Think Fast Talk Smart, and he curates the NoFreakingSpeaking.com website.   Matt received his undergraduate degree in psychology from Stanford University, his graduate degree in communication studies from the University of California at Davis, and his secondary education teaching credential from San Francisco State University. Things you will also learn in this episode: What the “Rule of Lung” is and how to manage anxiety  How to master “spontaneous speaking” Why “Yes/And” is a helpful framework and mindset How introverted leaders  can help organizations The impact of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion on communication. Why feedback is an invitation to problem solve Quotes   “We do need to have some level of judgment and evaluation, but we evaluate and judge so much that we actually inhibit ourselves from doing anything.” - Matt Abrahams   “‘Yes/And' leads to building opportunity and collaboration; ‘No' shuts that down.” - Matt Abrahams   “Our communication follows from our mindset. The mindset we have dictates the way we communicate.” - Matt Abrahams   “The things that we can do as coaches, mentors, and friends is focus on the effort and help people realize the improvement that they're making.” - Matt Abrahams   “The most important thing you can do in communication is listen.” - Matt Abrahams “Find things in your life that are scary-fun! You get to decide how scary and how fun you want to have, but both of those are good guides.” - Matt Abrahams “Communication is more than just transactional exchange of information, there's a human connection that has to happen.”- Matt Abrahams

When a leader is intentional, the path to growth is clear.   Everyone has a mission and wants to be a part of something. It takes an intentional leader to recognize everyone's purpose and make it their mission to provide people a place where they are encouraged to grow and feel included.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Patrick Spence, CEO of Sonos. Patrick has been with Sonos for nine years, the last four as CEO. In our conversation, Patrick talks about fostering a culture of safety within the organization, and how to be an intentional leader.   Sonos is leading the way with its extraordinary wireless speakers and home sound systems that innovate the listening experience. It was originally founded by a small group of entrepreneurs determined to create a revolutionary home sound system, and they succeeded! Sonos is now a billion dollar brand with Patrick Spence at the helm since 2017.   Prior to Sonos, Patrick worked with Blackberry for 14 years in a variety of roles, eventually landing as the SVP and Managing Director of Global Sales and Regional Marketing.   Patrick is a great, conscious and sophisticated leader and I can't wait for you to listen to this episode!    Things you will also learn in this episode:   How to foster an organizational culture that allows people to speak their truth What an “evolved culture” is How to manage a healthy work/life balance as a leader The importance of having integrity as a leader How living abroad can impact your career Tips for aspiring leaders   Quotes "Being vulnerable in tough times opens the door for others to be willing to speak their truth." - Patrick Spence   “We're much more similar as people than we are different.” - Patrick Spence   “Be intentional about what you're trying to build; talk openly about what you're trying to become.” - Patrick Spence   “If you shoot the ‘messenger', you're sending a signal to the organization, and no one else will want to raise those difficult issues.” - Patrick Spence   “Walk the talk. Set an example. Do the right thing when no one is watching.” - Patrick Spence   “At the end of the day, language is all we have; we're never perfect communicators, so repetition is key.” - Patrick Spence   “If you're trying to fit people into a culture, you're not bringing the brilliance of every individual into the mix.” - Patrick Spence

In work and life, positive and negative situations throw us off balance. But with great leadership, every moment is an opportunity to stand out for the positive, overcome the negative, and be the best version of ourselves. As Lonnie Mayne once said “Most of us are in jobs that we don't really want to be in, we might have passions that are outside of it. One of the things Red Shoes does is it brings the cool factor back into the business, in life and it gives people purpose and a reason to show up”.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I speak with Lonnie Mayne, Founder & CEO of Red Shoes Living Inc. Lonnie is currently a Keynote Speaker & Leadership Authority. He is also the Author of Red Shoes Living: Stand Out for the Positive in How You Work & Live Your Life. In our conversation, Lonnie talks about standing out in work and in life by evaluating and reinventing ourselves into the best version we can be leading through positivity.   Lonnie spent more than 20 years on the executive leadership scene. He worked closely with leading brands across 25 industries to help them inspire employee engagement with the battle for top talent, create outstanding customer experiences and build a meaningful company culture.    When he was the president of InMoment, one of the largest customer experience technology companies in the world, Lonnie deployed a five-step leadership framework that his team used to grow the company by 817% in a short period of time. This platform eventually became known as Red Shoes Living and led to Lonnie becoming an in-demand keynote speaker and global consultant for C-level executives, leadership teams, and Fortune 500 companies.    In a world that has reached a crescendo of negativity and complexity, Red Shoes Living is a constant reminder to stand out as a beacon of positivity in your work and life.   Things you will also learn in this episode:   The Red Shoes Living Reciprocity Effect What “compression” of people is in certain work environments What it means to be the best version of one's self. The one question that changed how Lonnie thinks - about everything! What it means to ”Rebuild your house”   Quotes   “Treat those who have more than you as equals, and those who have less than you as Kings and Queens; if you live your life that way, it'll count for plenty.” - Lonnie Mayne   “How we treat people and what we put out there, for the most part, we get back – it's appreciated and reciprocated.” - Lonnie Mayne   “If you're not taking care of yourself, you can't take care of other people.” - Lonnie Mayne   “Keep your ego in check; if you don't, the world's going to knock it out of you.” - Lonnie Mayne   “If we're not moving forward and working on mastery every day, we're actually falling behind because today is totally different than tomorrow.” - Lonnie Mayne   “We will be better off for having gone through the trials and tribulations that we've gone through.” - Lonnie Mayne   “When we give up on hope, we give up on everything.” - Lonnie Mayne   “Don't give up hope or belief in people; we're human, we're imperfect, and it's not always going to be great. Some people will make mistakes but it doesn't give us the right to give up hope or belief in them.” - Lonnie Mayne

Quite contrary to what many people think, leadership is not something that is gained from an external source, leadership begins within yourself.    It's not always about what others can do to change the world; it's about what you can do to inspire others to improve the world. If you want to make a difference in the world, you must begin with yourself.    In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership,  Jabari Hearn, an amazing marketing executive, talks about how we can create more diversity as leaders through the concept of Self-Mastery.   Jabari  is the SVP of Marketing and Entertainment at Westbrook Media, and the co-founder of an incredible organization focused on accelerating the advancement and impact of marketers of color called Monday Night Mentorship. His mission is to help people of color accelerate their career and ultimately fill the top marketing spots.   Previously, Jabari was a VP of Brand at Lyft, a Global Marketing Director at Google (where he launched many award-winning campaigns such as the Google Pixel 2 and 3), and a Sr. Brand Director at Nike.    Things you will also learn in this episode:   The two most important characteristics that define an Impactful Leader Can Empathy be learned or innate? Overcoming fears and limiting beliefs What we can do as a community to propel the  Black Lives Matter Movement How to improve diversity at an organizational level Quotes: “The best thing that we can provide is our time.” - Jabari Hearn   “When you know what you want, the world conspires with you.” - Jabari Hearn   “Be the change and inspire it in others.” - Jabari Hearn   “I never thought of myself as a leader; I just led, and that always led to leadership opportunities.” - Jabari Hearn   “When other people start to see you as a leader through your actions, you really start to believe it.” - Jabari Hearn   “Empathy can be developed, not learned.” - Jabari Hearn   “You don't realize how it takes a weight off your shoulder to be in a place where people understand you and accept you. You move differently, you fill a room differently, you connect differently.” - Jabari Hearn   “Inspiring love is about seeing people as people, and trying to connect to people on a people-level.” - Jabari Hearn

We have to build a better world for the next generation, and that requires great leadership. This requires leaders who are not afraid to highlight what is good now, and who can ensure sustainability. These leaders will create strong organizational cultures by demonstrating creativity, empathy and innovation.   In today's episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Francesca Cornelli. She talks about leading a dynamic academic landscape and immortalizing key values and principles. Francesca is the  Dean of Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management. She is also a Professor of Finance and holds the Donald P. Jacobs Chair of Finance.    Previously, Dean Cornelli was a Professor of Finance and Deputy Dean at London Business School. She directed and advanced the highly regarded Private Equity Institute of London Business School, building a bridge between academia and practice by partnering with private equity leaders in London, alumni, and top academics in the field.   Dean Cornelli is widely respected as an accomplished academic and a leader in business education. She has extensive international experience and has taught at some of the world's top schools, including the Wharton School, Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, the London School of Economics, the Indian School of Business in Hyderabad and the New Economic School in Moscow.    Things you will also learn in this episode:   What makes an institution of higher education excellent How to improve the continuity of culture Why good discussions don't have to have consensus  Learn about “Authentic Evolution” and “Enlightened Disagreement” Clarify what "Empathy" really means The role of trust, communication, and transparency in strong leadership. Quotes:   “A great institution is an institution that values research and intellectual effort and believes that it eventually will change the world.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Disruption is an opportunity as interesting as a space for being creative.” - Francesca Cornelli   “The [Kellogg] culture just self-perpetuates without people planning and thinking about it.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Communication is important, and we have to keep innovating how we communicate.” - Francesca Cornelli   “We are programmed to think a good decision will get consensus; we have to let that thinking go.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Empathy is treating others the way they want to be treated.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Becoming international is less about knowing some facts about behaviors in different countries, but more about having the sensitivity on how people will interpret things differently.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Not taking sides is still a point of view.” - Francesca Cornelli   “Even if you don't change the point of view of where you should eventually land, it's going to be very important to understand where people are coming from to work with them.” - Francesca Cornelli

The right talent is key to a company's success.    The ones who can make the most impact may not be the ones with the most number of years of expertise or the number of competencies listed in their resume. Therefore, companies must redefine their recruitment objectives to attract the perfect fit.   Companies need people who can perform the actual job, and it's time to change how they attract the key people they need.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Lou Adler. Lou is the CEO and Founder of Performance-based Hiring Learning Systems. It's a consulting, and training firm helping recruiters and hiring managers worldwide source, interview, and hire the strongest and most diverse talent. He is the author of the Amazon top-10 best-seller, Hire With Your Head (John Wiley & Sons, 4th Edition, 2021), The Essential Guide for Hiring & Getting Hired (Workbench Media, 2013), and LinkedIn Learning's Performance-based Hiring video training program (2016).   Before his executive search experience, Lou held senior operations and financial management positions at the Allen Group and Rockwell International's automotive and consumer electronics groups. He has an MBA from UCLA and a BS in Engineering from Clarkson University.   In our conversation, Lou talks about the critical shift companies need to make in their recruiting process.   Things you will also learn in this episode:   The Two Biggest Hiring Mistakes A seasoned recruiter's take on “The Great Resignation” and “The War for Talent.” How to write better job descriptions The preferred resume format What recruiters and hiring managers are missing during the recruiting process Quotes “The ability, in relationship to fit, drives motivation, that squared, equals results.” - Lou Adler   “If you want to attract the best, you've got to start thinking differently about what it takes.” - Lou Adler   “You don't need a lot of people; you just need the right people.” - Lou Adler   “You need to prequalify your candidates, and it all starts by defining the work as a serious series of performance objectives.” - Lou Adler   “You can't have quality and efficiency if you compromise on performance.” - Lou Adler   “Clarifying the performance objectives upfront is the key to driving success and satisfaction.” - Lou Adler   “Resumes aren't completely useless, but job descriptions written with the skills, experience, and competencies are a waste of time.” - Lou Adler

Believe me, you are not the only one who has believed that leadership is about a position. In today's episode my guest, Rich Diviney, states it is much more than that; leadership is about a set of attributes. In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, we look back at Rich Diviney's definition of the "attributes" of leadership. He explains why it's not about your role, but how you do it in such a way that positively impacts your people. Developing that attribute requires a test of courage, perseverance and resilience that only a true leader takes on and faces. Rich Diviney, author of The Attributes: 25 Hidden Drivers of Optimal Performance, and retired Navy SEAL commander with over 20+ years of experience. He has completed more than 13 overseas deployments, 11 of which were to Iraq and Afghanistan. As the officer in charge of training for a specialized command, Rich spearheaded the creation of a directorate that fused physical, mental, and emotional disciplines. He led a small team first-ever "Mind Gym" that helped special operators train their brains to perform faster, longer, and better in all environments — especially high-stress ones.  Since his retirement in early 2017, Rich has worked as a speaker, facilitator, and consultant with the Chapman & Co. Leadership Institute and Simon Sinek Inc. He's taught about leadership and optimal performance to more than five thousand business, athletic, and military leaders from organizations such as American Airlines, Meijer Inc., the San Francisco 49ers, Pegasystems, Zoom, and Deloitte. Things you will also learn in this episode: How to determine whether a behavior is a skill or an attribute, and why it matters. The key differences between peak performance and optimal performance. Is grit the same as resilience? How companies are adapting hiring criteria to assess core attributes. The four levels of learning. Why narcissism isn't entirely bad and can be a driver of optimal performance. Quotes “Leadership is a behavior. A leader is responsible for the development, growth, and success of the people in their charge.” - Rich Diviney   “We have to start looking beyond visible skills.” - Rich Diviney   “Leadership is a behavior, not a position.” - Rich Diviney   “Developing an attribute is a test of an individual's self-motivation, self-direction, and willingness to throw themselves into discomfort and uncertainty.” - Rich Diviney   “Developing attributes is a self-directed evolution; no one can do it for you.” - Rich Diviney   “Optimal performance is about how you can do the very best you can at the moment, whatever the best might look like.” - Rich Diviney   “Hiring is a two-way street and allows the candidate to assess whether or not the company has the attributes and values they are looking for.” - Rich Diviney

Often we fail to fulfill our dreams not because they're big, but because we lack enough intention to pursue them.  Regardless of how great your ambitions may become, it's never too hard. It only takes being intentional, purposeful, and committed to achieve your goals. In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast, I interview Shellye Archambeau, Fortune 500 Board Director. Shellye is the former CEO of MetricStream, a governance, risk, and compliance software company based in Palo Alto, California. Under Shellye's leadership, MetricStream became a global market leader with over 1200 employees that serves customers around the globe. On top of that, Shellye serves on four corporate boards: Verizon, Nordstrom, Roper Technologies, and Okta, and is a Strategic Advisor to the Royal Bank of Canada, Capital Markets Group. Shellye is a great example of a truly ambitious woman, who has ascended the ranks and created a name for herself in the technology industry. She's incredibly purposeful, intentional, and driven. She has a powerful story to share about defying the odds that she also shares in her book, Unapologetically Ambitious: Take Risks, Break Barriers, and Create Success on Your Own Terms In our conversation, Shellye talks about being purposeful and intentional in turning your ambitions into everyday decisions, which is the key to achieving your dreams. Key Takeaways: How being purposeful and intentional propels a leader and why ambition is not enough Understanding the what, why, and how of Imposter Syndrome What it takes to serve on not one, but  four corporate boards  How getting a “seat-at-the-table-job”, where interacting with the CEO and board enhance the odds of advancing Moving forward from the loss of her life partner. How to be an intentional leader during this disempowering time Homework does not end in school; always do your homework. Quotes “A lot of people set goals, and some plan to achieve them, but very few people make everyday decisions consistent with those plans where the power lies.” - Shellye Archambeau   “Risk and reward are two sides of the same coin.” - Shellye Archambeau   “Being intentional about watching, learning, and listening will make you a valued manager and leader going forward.” - Shellye Archambeau   Find cheerleaders, those who remind you how good you are.” - Shellye Archambeau   “The higher you rise, the more your reputation plays a role in what opportunities come your way.” - Shellye Archambeau   “A lot of people focus on the next job they want, but you've got to nail the job that you have to set yourself up for the next one.” - Shellye Archambeau   “The more you do to increase your ability to have more options means you get more choice, which helps you make better decisions.” - Shellye Archambeau

We invite our friend, Ginny Clarke, to Hacker Valley this week to talk about conscious leadership and self-awareness as a way to take our organizations to the next level. Using her prior experience at tech giants like Google and her five dimensions of leadership, Ginny explains how we can better hold the leaders in our lives accountable, what will benefit our civilization the most for future generations in the workplace, and where we should focus our efforts for diversity, equity, and inclusion.   Timecoded Guide: [05:34] Losing her parents at a young age, connecting to a spiritual guide to cope with grief and stress, and getting back in touch with ourselves in order to connect with others   [12:03] Seeing and validating the past experiences of our fellow humans, healing ourselves in order to heal organizations, and acknowledging the role of mental health in the health of our companies   [16:34] Understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion beyond just hiring, and stopping yourself from waiting for an organization to step up to an opportunity that belongs to underrepresented communities   [22:38] Shifting the metrics of how we value organizations and leadership, and seeing where the accountability issues of CEOs for what they really are   [27:48] Leaving a legacy through creativity and inspiring others to recognize how they have the power to change the world   Sponsor Links: Thank you to our sponsors Axonius and Uptycs for bringing this episode to life!   Life is complex. But it's not about avoiding challenges or fearing failure. Just ask Simone Biles — the greatest gymnast of all time. Want to learn more about how Simone controls complexity? Watch her video at axonius.com/simone.   With Uptycs, modern defenders can prioritize, investigate and respond to threats across the entire attack surface—all from a common solution: uptycs.com.    How do we move current leadership statistics to something much healthier?   With a depth of experience in recruiting executive leaders in a variety of organizations, Ginny shares a striking and horrifying statistic with us: 18% of leaders are considered good. Only 18% feels incredibly low, especially when a large portion of companies claims to hire the best leaders based on pedigree-level qualifications. In Ginny's opinion, leaders are not held to a high enough standard in the workplace, and aren't measured on their performance beyond basic financials. With so much more at stake, Ginny warns that companies are only as strong as their leaders, and are even weaker when they never hold those leaders accountable.   “That's why we have organizations that are, I dare say, quite fragile. It's because of the lack of leadership. They might have a lot of money, they might have really intelligent, well-educated people, but to the extent, those organizations don't have actual leaders for whom they are holding accountable for their leadership competencies.”   How do we show up better for others and really see the whole human?   We cannot improve our society as long as we continue to see ourselves as completely separate from it. This, among other world-changing views, guides Ginny towards seeing people beyond just their outward appearance, viewing them as a whole human, composed of all of their experiences. There is so much fear, anxiety, and bias, especially in the world of hiring and recruiting, and Ginny hopes to show up better for others through better accountability for our leaders and a stronger connection to ourselves.   “We, as a civilization, can't fix it as long as we're seeing it as separate from ourselves. So, that's where the self-love comes from, and the support and the sharing and the non-dualistic orientation, which defies everything about tech, right? Tech is all about the binary, the ones and zeros, and here, I'm talking about something that is far more inclusive than that.”   What have you learned from this big effort that we have going on with diversity, equity, and inclusion?   Ginny, much like many of us in tech, cares about efforts of diversity, equity, and inclusion, but believes that many companies talk the talk without ever walking the walk. When working with recruiters in large companies, Ginny discovered that many don't understand how to implement diversity in an impactful way in their organizations, beyond appearances and statistics. Encouraging colleagues to be true to their authentic selves in the workplace, she believes that now is the time to embrace diversity at work beyond the limitations of waiting for company leaders to embrace them.   “I think there's been organizational malpractice as it relates to diversity, equity, and inclusion. I think you got a lot of people who actually don't want to understand it, they're not going to the root cause. They're throwing money at it, they're hiring a chief diversity officer and saying, ‘Okay, you fix it.'”   What do you think people can do today to start to make an impact and move the world in a positive direction?   The secret to changing the world? Ginny believes that it's acknowledging that you have the power to change it at all. On her own spiritual journey, Ginny has discovered there's so much more to our impact on our surroundings beyond our everyday actions at work. Using examples of heightened vibrations, inspired creativity, and personal accountability, Ginny explains that your ability to change the world has never been as powerful as it is right now, as our society and civilization continue to shift towards new forms of leadership and new developments in organizations are the world.    “I want to activate and stimulate people's imagination. You know, young kids have imagination and that creativity, that spawns, that manifests, that takes hold, that becomes real, and that's how we change the world, so that it's good for all and that becomes the objective. That's my legacy. It's creating good for all.”   Guest Bio: Ginny was most recently Director of Executive Recruiting at Google from August 2016 until November 2020. In this role, she led the Diversity, Non-tech Recruiting, and the Leadership Internal Mobility teams. Before Google, Ginny was a Partner at Spencer Stuart, the global executive search firm, where she co-founded and led the firm's Global Diversity Practice.  Currently, Ginny runs Ginny Clarke, LLC, her own talent and leadership consulting business. She is also an active keynote speaker, host and creator of podcast Fifth Dimensional Leadership, and the author of Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work (2011).    --------------- Links: Stay in touch with Ginny Clarke on her website, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram   Connect with Ron Eddings on LinkedIn and Twitter   Connect with Chris Cochran on LinkedIn and Twitter   Purchase a HVS t-shirt at our shop   Continue the conversation by joining our Discord   Check out Hacker Valley Media and Hacker Valley Studio

Change might be hard to embrace but it's inevitable and necessary.   One of the great differences anyone can make in this world is helping and empowering others to grow and embrace change. In these changing tides, Great leaders must open new doors of opportunities -  a place to enable people to grow and think bigger as individuals.   In this episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview John Saunders. Driven by his passion for helping others grow, John Saunders founded his consulting firm, Forward Advisory Solutions. He has spent over two decades as a Wall Street Senior Vice President, sales team leader, and award-winning sales executive. And he authored the book The Optimizer, Building and Leading a Team of Serial Innovators.   John is a lifelong learner and believes in the necessary change needed in today's business world, where we can contribute by empowering others.  In addition to writing, mentoring, and coaching, he enjoys spending time with his family.   John has a BS from the University of Wisconsin and an MBA from Georgetown. And he's a member of the Georgetown McDonough MBA Alumni Advisory Council, an active angel investor, and a formal executive MBA mentor.   In our conversation, John tells us how we can embrace the ‌change in the business world by empowering people and enabling their growth.   Things you will also learn: People empowerment is a necessary change in the business world Why we should celebrate mistakes and learn from failures Vulnerability breeds vulnerability What a Serial Innovation Mindset is How can leaders build and lead a team of serial optimizers The importance of feedback and what we can benefit from it Extending leadership in the hybrid work environment Quotes “We can all rise together. If I win, you don't have to lose.” - John Saunders   “Celebrate mistakes. Talk about the twists and turns you took, and don't be afraid to let people see what didn't work.” - John Saunders   “Vulnerability doesn't come naturally to people.” - John Saunders   “Vulnerability breeds vulnerability; somebody has to extend that olive branch, but not everybody wants to do it.” - John Saunders   “Some people see vulnerability as a weakness; I would argue it's a strength.” - John Saunders   “When you see that moment of a whole new idea evolving, growing, and reaching an advanced stage, that's when you know it's working.” - John Saunders   “When your people start coming up with new ideas without provocation or prompting by you, this is a good sign.” - John Saunders   “If you want to see change and help people out, create an opportunity for someone.” - John Saunders

This is not business as usual.    The new world we have now calls for new leaders to operate, and only when we revolutionize our ways of leading can we truly see the biggest change.   I'm your host, Ginny Clarke, a former Executive Recruiter who has assessed and coached thousands of executives and other leaders. I'm also an author of the book Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work. My goal is to bring a unique perspective to leadership and the whole of who you are.   In this pilot episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I want to take you back to the core of what it truly means to be a Fifth Dimensional Leader.   What is Fifth Dimensional Leadership  How to speak and act with intention The universal truth, best practices, and components of extraordinary leadership Fifth Dimensional Leadership is NOT business as usual Why do we all need to step up and lead from where we are How to be a great leader in trying times Why titles and roles don't define who you are and how you lead. Quotes “Education, knowledge, and experience alone don't necessarily make you smart or competent; only curiosity, self-awareness, courage, and a growth mindset can drive intelligence and competence.” - Ginny Clarke   “This is not business as usual, but let that empower you to try something different, to do something better, to be bold, and to lead from where you are with what you have.” - Ginny Clarke   “You own your career.” - Ginny Clarke   “We're being called right now more than ever to inspire love.” - Ginny Clarke   “Lead the way with kindness. Be the light into a deeper knowing of yourself and for the benefit of the world.” - Ginny Clarke   “Pour the positive energy of doing your job into yourself for a change. Your work is a platform, it's not your final destination.” - Ginny Clarke

Sometimes people's actions and behaviors speak differently under the surface.   A leader's greatest strength is understanding those behaviors and learning how to empathize with them deeply. There is so much to learn beyond people's facades. A deep understanding of their behaviors can help leaders effectively communicate and build a rapport.   In this episode of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Susan Ibitz, Human Behavior Expert and Face Reading Profiler at Human Behavior Lab. Her mission is to reach, teach, and train others to unlock the science behind human behavior. Being a “Human Behavior Hacker”, and drawing from multiple decades of expertise, Susan Ibitz is an internationally known human behavior expert; both speaking and training with a wealth of real-world knowledge and theory in the U.S., South America, and Mexico, Europe, and the Caribbean.    Understanding the nonverbal human behavior-face reading, body language, and  microaggressions give greater depth and knowledge to how to decode individuals and  groups. Trained by the experts in her field;  CIA, FBI, U.S. Military, International Military as well as Level III Hostage Negotiator; no job is too small or large for Susan to get  results straight away.    In our conversation, Susan talks about decoding the science behind human behaviors. Three types of empaths and implications on leadership effectiveness How to avoid “buying the resumé” when hiring  The effects of fear and arousal on the brain How not to assume and appreciate what others are going through How to navigate remote or hybrid environments through effective communication Quotes “ When you walk in the hallway, that's when people decide who you are and if you're a strong leader.” - Susan Ibitz “As a leader, you need to understand your team because you are the person who can nourish that team.” - Susan Ibitz   “Managers don't need to punish their people, instead, allow them to talk and establish a conversation.” - Susan Ibitz   “The role of a leader is to help, but also to give people a call of action.” - Susan Ibitz   “You can be an empath, but at some point, you need to pull the trigger.” - Susan Ibitz   “Don't be emotional about the actions when you're not sitting in the position to do it.” - Susan Ibitz   “A lot of times, people are not failing in their position, they are in the wrong position to be able to flourish and shine.” - Susan Ibitz   Did you enjoy this episode? Make sure to follow the show so you can get notified of new episodes.  If you have 2 minutes, I'd highly appreciate it if you could leave me an honest review on Apple podcasts!

We often believe that competency, intelligence, and experience define a great leader, but the greatest leaders lead through love.   Creating and leading a company takes passion and purpose. Leaders can build anything from scratch, but success would be impossible without their love for their craft and their people, including themselves.   In this episode of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership, I interview Stefan Durina, CEO and Founder of Beneko. Stefan Durina is a serial and worldly entrepreneur who has been building e-commerce businesses worldwide since 1998, reaching 500M€ GMV & 2M Consumers. He has been bankrupt twice, in love three times, and a father four times.   He's also a Cross Border eCommerce Pro since 1998, Problem Solver, Deep thinker, Advisor, and Profitable Businesses Founder, Investor, and Collector of Best Practices. Stefan has founded & managed companies with 200+ Employees, 500M+ Euros turnover, and done Business in 4 continents and 20+ countries.   In our conversation, Stefan Durina talks about the importance of love in building businesses and learning through experiences: The power and trade-offs of an entrepreneur The causes and implications of over consumerism How reusing and recycling products connect us Discovering and learning the world through experience Emotions give you the depth of your experiences Quotes “Creating something from nothing, and seeing people use it and think it's good is very attractive.” - Stefan Durina   “Entrepreneurship is about failing many times, breaking many things, but finding your way to thrive.” - Stefan Durina   “The information you read in books is nice to have, but you can also leave it, try it, change it, or experiment with it.” - Stefan Durina   “Success means moving forward to your big dream step by step.” - Stefan Durina   “In the end, there is only one emotion; it's love. Everything else is just a shade of love.”- Stefan Durina   “If you go with your heart, it's always a good choice.” - Stefan Durina   Did you enjoy this episode? Make sure to follow the show so you can get notified of new episodes.    If you have 2 minutes, I'd highly appreciate it if you could leave me an honest review on Apple podcasts!

Employees leave their bosses, not the company.    The biggest reason best workers leave organizations is poor leadership despite high wages and generous bonuses.    It is not always about what leaders can provide their people but how leaders can value them as people, not as fungible  commodities.   In this episode of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast, I interview Diane Swonk, the Chief Economist at Grant Thornton. Diane is one of the most respected macroeconomists who maintains a unique perspective on Main Street's inner workings as well as those of Wall Street. She is an expert on labor market economics, monetary policy, and structural changes that are distinct from economic cycles.   Diane has won many awards for excellence in forecasting and leadership in economics and the business community. She is deeply involved in nonprofit organizations focused on expanding access to education and increasing the quality and diversity of our country's leadership. She earned her BA and MA degrees in Economics from the University of Michigan and received an MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago.   In our conversation, Diane talks about the economic challenges affecting the labor force and the world of work. How to deal with the “War for Talent.” Why diversity is essential in the workforce to ensure organizational productivity. Operating successfully in the world with Dyslexia. Why empathetic leaders are better at retaining talent How immigration is impacting workforce growth  The silver lining from the COVID pandemic The impact of the war in Ukraine and Long COVID on global economics   Quotes   “As an employer, you need to think about casting the net much wider in terms of the talent pool and unleash the talent that's out there.” - Diane Swonk   “Lean into the knowledge that we do have challenges, but we also have solutions that we can think of holistically that may accelerate the change we are waiting for in terms of leadership.” - Diane Swonk   “Leadership is about putting the puzzle pieces together to see not just the pieces, but the bigger picture.” - Diane Swonk   “The biggest thing you need to think about as a leader is how you can get people to get air under their wings and soar.” - Diane Swonk Social Media Profiles   Follow Diane Swonk on social media: Diane Swonk on Linkedin  Twitter Instagram   Resources Grant Thornton Economic Analysis The Posse Foundation Diane Swonk at Grant Thornton

My guest today is Virginia Clarke. Ginny is a seasoned entrepreneur and executive, most recently she led the Diversity and Non-Tech Recruiting at Google. She is a Keynote speaker and host of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast where she interviews inspiring leaders.   Today we are going to talk about recruiting, diversity, career mapping, and of course leadership.   Books Ginny Recommend: “Career Mapping: Charting Your Course In The New World of Work” by Ginny Clarke - https://www.amazon.com/Career-Mapping?tag=10mj-20 “The Quest Of Rose: The Cosmic Keys of Our Future Becoming (Future Humans Trilogy)” -   https://www.amazon.com/The-Quest-Rose?tag=10mj-20   Podcasts Ginny Recommend: Lewis Howes: School of Greatness - https://lewishowes.com/podcast Brene Brown - https://brenebrown.com/podcasts   Connect with Ginny: Ginny Clarke, LLC - https://www.ginnyclarke.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnyclarke Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ginny_clarke Twitter - https://twitter.com/ginnyclarke Fifth Dimensional Leadership Podcast: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Fifth-Dimensional-Leadership-with-Ginny-Clarke YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/MyCareerMapping/videos   ANATOLY's TOOLS:   Product Development: Helim10 - I use it for  Product Research, Keyword tracking and Listing Optimization .  SPECIAL DEAL: Get 50% your first month or 10% every month: http://bit.ly/CORNERSIIH10  Pickfu - I use it for split testing all of my products and for validation ideas .  SPECIAL DEAL: First split test 50% 0ff  https://www.pickfu.com/10mj   Trademarking: Trademark Angels - For all my trademarking needs.  SPECIAL: Mention Anatoly and 10MJ podcast and get 10% Off your trademark.   HR: Fiverr -  I hire my 3dMockup person and images label designer here on Fiverr - http://bit.ly/10mjFIVERR Upwork - I hire people long term on Upwork - upwork.com  Loom.com - for creating SOP's, I record everything on Loom and give to my VA's Keepa.com - to track historical data such as prices   ANATOLY's  3 Favorite  Business Books: DotCom Secrets by Russel Brunson - I think this is a must read for every online entrepreneurs - http://bit.ly/10MJDotCom 4 hours work week by Tim Ferriss  - This book changed my life and made me become an entrepreneur - http://bit.ly/10MJ4WW The Greatest Salesman In The World  by Og Mandino - Old book but it goes to the core of selling -  http://bit.ly/10MJGREATSM    DISCLAIMER: Some Links are affiliate, it costs you nothing, but helps to keep this podcast on the float   Have questions? Go to https://www.10millionjourney.com   Follow us on: Instagram: @10millionjourney Twitter: @10miljourney

On the podcast this week is Ginny Clarke. Ginny is currently the Founder and CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC, her own talent and leadership consulting business. She is also an active keynote speaker, and podcast host of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, a forum for leaders, thinkers and future-makers dedicated to creating the conscious workplace of tomorrow. Ginny was most recently Director, Executive Recruiting at Google from August 2016 until November 2020. In this role, she led the Diversity, Non-tech Recruiting, and the Leadership Internal Mobility teams. Her team of North American recruiters found and hired senior leaders (Directors +) for finance, sales, marketing and other G&A functions across Google. We talk about: Competencies VS Pedigree in the Hiring Process Helping employees master their competencies and be able to articulate them to create and optimize career options. All things hiring, HR and leadership in your company. If you enjoyed this episode, why not sign up to our Newsletter? virti.com/newsletter When you sign up, you'll receive a copy of our weekly 'Level Up' newsletter straight to your inbox every Thursday, with the latest Virti product and feature announcements, as well as tips, tricks and news about all things human performance.

Another episode of Fifth Dimensional Leadership, and another fabulous guest!   Howard Tullman is an incredibly accomplished serial entrepreneur. He is multi-faceted on several levels and has touched many different domains from software to art to gaming to education to business and much more. He is the founding Executive Director of the Kaplan Institute at Illinois Tech and is the current General Managing Partner for the Chicago High Tech Investors, LLC and G2T3V, LLC. He was also the long-time CEO of 1871; the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world that exists to support early-stage, growth-stage, and corporate innovators in building extraordinary businesses. Previously to this, he was the Chairman, President and CEO of Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy which he co-founded in 2007. Altogether, Howard has successfully founded more than a dozen high-tech businesses in his 50-year career and created more than $1 billion in investor value as well as thousands of new jobs.   As a futurist, a visionary, and an author of numerous books, Howard not only shares invaluable advice for like-minded entrepreneurs in today's episode, but he also speaks to how he has personally brought many of his visions to reality. He speaks about his key lessons in his career, what mastery means to him, how he discovered his unique skills as a leader, and powerful insights on innovation and creating new jobs within communities. This is a fantastic conversation and I cannot wait for you all to tune in!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Howard Tullman. [2:32] Welcoming Howard to the podcast! [2:52] How has Howard been able to bring so many visions to life across many different sectors? [5:58] How and where Howard grew up and how that has impacted his life both personally and professionally. [8:17] Howard's insights on mastery and what it means to him. [9:23] The importance of honoring different kinds of employees. [12:58] When Howard considered himself a leader and his advice to up-and-coming leaders. [17:20] How Howard discovered his unique skills through lessons in his career. [21:46] Howard's insights on how we can regenerate communities by creating business opportunities rather than focusing on technology. [24:41] About 1871, Howard's vision for it, the legacy he left behind with it. [29:08] What Howard is proudest of. [31:09] Why education and healthcare are not currently aligned to support the youth of tomorrow and Howard's ideas on what we could do to fix these issues and provide the youth with the important soft skills necessary to thrive in any industry. [33:53] Howard's insights on why we should take a break from focusing on technology and instead focus on content. [40:18] Howard shares his mindset around entrepreneurship. [43:57] The difference between innovation and invention. [44:24] About Howard's family and why he's proud of them. [45:27] Howard shares a lesson on priorities and finding balance in life. [47:12] Thanking Howard for joining the podcast! [47:42] Howard leaves us with some final words of wisdom on the theme of love. [51:58] Thanking Howard once again for joining Fifth Dimensional Leadership and sharing his invaluable insights!   Mentioned in this Episode: Howard Tullman's Website Howard Tullman's LinkedIn Howard Tullman's Twitter You Can't Win a Race With Your Mouth: And 299 Other Expert Tips from a Lifelong Entrepreneur, by Howard A. Tullman Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy 1871   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Once again we are joined by another phenomenal guest! Tony Gauda is a serial industry disruptor and entrepreneur with 25+ years of experience in management and strategy, business development and partnerships, full lifecycle product management, complex software and infrastructure, engineering at scale, cybersecurity, and fraud prevention across multiple industries. He has founded consumer and enterprise SaaS companies that have developed cutting-edge technology products used by millions of people worldwide, is a 3x patent holder, and has managed company-wide multi-million dollar P&Ls and forecasting needs based in both start-up and enterprise environments. Currently, he is the CTO of Modern Products; an agency that elegantly designs and builds next-generation hardware and software products for makers, startups, enterprises, and government agencies.   In our conversation together today, Tony shares all about his fascinating background as a successful serial entrepreneur, highlights from his career, key insights into why some startups fail (and how to avoid being one of them), and the leadership behaviors that are most important for scaling a start-up. Tony also offers advice to fellow entrepreneurs on learning from failure, finding your calm amongst the storm, taking courageous action, and staying ahead of the curve. You won't want to miss out!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with the incredible Tony Gauda! [1:40] Welcoming Tony to the podcast! [2:04] Tony shares how he got into tech and became a successful serial entrepreneur. [10:15] Main highlights and huge lessons from Tony's career. [14:30] Key leadership behaviors for scaling start-ups. [16:48] Tony's insights into why some start-ups fail (and how to avoid being one of them!) [18:07] Tony shares some of his own failures and the lessons within them. [21:24] Tony's take on why there is not more diversity in the tech sector. [25:38] One of the five dimensions of leadership is ‘Activate Mastery.' What does mastery mean to Tony? [26:40] What Tony sees for himself regarding growth in his career. [28:30] About Tony's children and how he encourages them to follow their passions. [31:58] How Tony stays active and committed to his community. [32:55] With technology advancing so fast, what should the average consumer be embracing vs. be wary of? [34:50] The one skill that Tony encourages everyone to be good at. [36:26] The power of failure and how to begin to take your first courageous step towards failure. [38:45] Tony's philosophy for life. [40:24] How Tony finds his inner peace and calmness even in stressful moments. [42:06] Tony's parting words of wisdom for listeners. [44:52] Thanking Tony for joining the podcast!   Mentioned in this Episode: Tony Gauda's LinkedIn   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today we are joined by an amazing CEO of a company many of you will recognize! Patrick Spence has been with Sonos for the last 9 years, with the last 4 serving as the CEO. If you don't already have a Sonos device in your home, you should! Sonos is leading the charge with their outstanding wireless speakers and home sound systems that innovate your listening experience.   Sonos was originally founded by a small group of entrepreneurs that were determined to create a revolutionary home sound system — which they did! Sonos is now a billion-dollar brand with Patrick Spence at the helm since 2017.    Prior to Sonos, Patrick worked with Blackberry for 14 years in a variety of roles, eventually landing as the SVP and Managing Director of Global Sales and Regional Marketing.   In this episode, Patrick shares about his career journey that has led him to where he is today, how he first recognized his leader potential, his advice for aspiring leaders, how he fosters a culture of safety within his organization, how he manages to live a healthy work-life balance, and the key characteristics that he believes every leader should have.   Patrick is an elegant and sophisticated leader that I am thrilled to know and I cannot wait for you to hear today's enlightening conversation with him!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Patrick Spence! [1:04] Welcoming Patrick Spence to the podcast! [2:48] Patrick shares about his journey of discovering his leadership potential as well as his career history that has led him to where he is today. [4:02] How being Canadian has influenced Patrick's perspective. [6:06] When and how did Patrick recognize his CEO potential? What separated him from his colleagues? [8:00] Patrick shares why living abroad for part of your career can be hugely impactful for growth. [10:10] Patrick's advice for aspiring leaders. [11:23] How Patrick fosters an organizational culture that allows people to speak their truth. [14:53] Patrick highlights the language and phrases he uses to encourage employees to speak their truth. [17:51] What is an ‘evolved culture?' How does Sonos exemplify this? [19:37] Why Sonos was in the news recently. [24:40] Patrick shares his gratitude for Sonos and their customers. [26:12] How has Patrick found a healthy work-life balance with his ear so close to the ground as a leader? [29:55] What Patrick sees as the single most important characteristic to have as a leader. [32:22] The importance of having integrity as a leader. [33:45] What success looks like for Patrick both personally and with Sonos. [35:14] Patrick's thoughts on ‘The Great Resignation.' [37:52] Patrick shares his final words of wisdom and inspiration. [38:55] Thanking Patrick for joining us in this episode!   Mentioned in this Episode: Patrick Spence's LinkedIn Sonos   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today we are joined by yet another incredibly fascinating leader — Bill Nottingham! Bill is the Managing Partner and Vice President of Growth for Nottingham Spirk. He is also a member of numerous boards, professional associations, and is a speaker and a thought leader on all things innovation.   His family's business, Nottingham Spirk, is an organization that was founded in 1972 and is one of the world's longest-standing private innovation companies. As a firm, their mission is to improve lives throughout the world through innovative product solutions and even saving lives through breakthrough biomedical devices. This organization is truly a little-known gem that has contributed to the world in some really big ways.   In this episode, Bill shares about all of the cool stuff his organization has developed, the nature of his work, what leadership means to him, how they nurture and promote DEI at NS, how the pandemic has shifted the way that Bill and NS operate, and key lessons he has learned throughout his career.   Key Takeaways: [:51] About today's episode with Bill Nottingham. [1:52] Welcoming Bill to the Fifth Dimensional Leadership podcast! [2:05] How Bill and I originally met through a mutual friend. [2:21] How and why Bill became a part of his family business, Nottingham Spirk. [5:30] What Nottingham Spirk does. [8:24] Bill's experience with being a part of the second generation in his family's business and the experiences that led him to be a part of it. [12:07] How did Bill's leadership evolve? What was the process like when he first began at Nottingham Spirk? [16:21] Why large companies seek Nottingham Spirk to innovate and disrupt. [17:40] How has the process of innovation changed at Nottingham Spirk since COVID-19? And what has the pandemic taught us from both a leadership lens and a societal lens? [21:20] How being on several boards and a part of various professional associations impacts Bill's leadership at Nottingham Spirk. [23:54] How Bill cultivates relationships as the VP of Growth at Nottingham Spirk. [24:17] What DEI means to Bill personally as an owner of a business that helps to create innovative products and solutions. [28:55] Bill highlights one of the greatest silver linings that came out of the pandemic. [32:02] How have supply chain issues from the pandemic impacted Bill and his work? [33:55] How Bill's mindset and philosophies maintain his creative focus and inform how he leads. [36:57] Bill shares some parting words of inspiration  [39:46] Thanking Bill for joining the podcast!   Mentioned in this Episode: Bill Nottingham's LinkedIn Nottingham Spirk Your Network Is Your Net Worth: Unlock the Hidden Power of Connections for Wealth, Success, and Happiness in the Digital Age, by Porter Gale   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

This week, I am once again reunited with my co-host and collaborator, Jackson Best to dive back into part II of our conversation on the 5 leadership essentials that all leaders should have going into the future of work.   In the previous episode, we explored three out of five must-have qualities that leaders should have as they are leading their organizations, teams, and employees through and beyond the pandemic. In this episode, we're exploring the final two must-haves (and perhaps the most important): acting with integrity and maintaining a talent mindset. And, as a bonus, make sure to stay tuned until the end as we throw in one extra must-have quality that you need to have on your radar to future-proof yourself as a leader!   There were so many invaluable nuggets of wisdom in this episode so be sure to tune in!   Key Takeaways: [:50] Reuniting with Jackson Best for part II of our conversation! [1:44] Jackson provides a recap of the previous episode. [4:55] Our 4th leadership must-have: acting with integrity. [6:58] Are our leaders today acting with integrity? What does integrity really mean? [9:01] Themes of integrity. [9:45] The forms that fear can take in the workplace, and what leaders can do to overcome these fears and maintain integrity. [14:13] How fear can permeate an organization's culture and create a toxic environment. [19:10] How to regain trust as a leader. [22:08] Our 5th leadership must-have: maintaining a talent mindset. [22:41] Why it is so critical to maintain an open talent mindset. [26:45] Discussing the concept of the ghost economy. [28:37] All talent matters (and what you can do to show that in your organization.) [29:11] The value of optimizing talent. [34:18] Our bonus leadership must-have (that will be critical for all leaders going forward!) [37:45] How to get in touch with me for personal consulting. [38:57] Closing out the show.   Mentioned in this Episode: Fifth Dimensional Leadership Ep. 32: “The Future of Work: 5 Leadership Essentials - Part I” (Previous Episode) Jack Welch Ghost Work: How to Stop Silicon Valley from Building a New Global Underclass, by Mary L. Gray and Siddharth Suri Ginny@GinnyClarke.com  Ginny Clarke on Leading Authorities   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today I am joined by my co-host and collaborator, Jackson Best, to take a deep dive into the future of work!   In our conversation together, we are exploring three (out of five) of our must-have qualities that leaders should have as they are leading their organizations, teams, and employees through and beyond the pandemic. More than ever before, we have an opportunity to rethink and rework the old ways of how we operate within organizations. If there has been a silver lining to this pandemic, it is the opportunity to change how we have always done things in the workplace going forward and make real, impactful change.   In this episode, Jackson and I discuss the important mindset shifts and behaviors that leaders need to begin adopting if they want things to change; what leaders can do to move their organizations through and beyond the pandemic; how to lead in a clear-minded, empathetic, and compassionate way; why mental health and consciousness are critical components to communicating with care as a leader; and the essential ingredients for leaders to lead effectively.   And be sure to tune in next week, for part two of this episode as we explore the final two must-haves for leaders!   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Jackson Best. [2:18] Welcoming Jackson back to the podcast! [3:13] More about today's conversation. [4:24] Jackson and I catch up with one another! [9:26] The 1st must-have for leaders as we come out of the pandemic: leading with mental health and consciousness first. [13:35] How we are seeing leaders modeling behaviors of empathy and compassion. [14:25] What you can do as a leader to expand your awareness and consciousness. [18:38] Surviving vs. Thriving and the impact it has on you and your organization. [20:13] Reading an important quote from Steve Jobs: ‘I began to realize that an intuitive understanding and consciousness was more significant than abstract thinking and intellectual, logical analysis. Intuition is a very powerful thing. More powerful than intellect in my opinion.' [21:39] Our 2nd must-have for leaders: being decisive. [25:49] The importance of having integrity and accountability as a leader. [26:56] The impact that indecision has on our employees, especially those that are underrepresented. [30:44] Why this is currently a rare opportunity for businesses and leaders to bring in innovative voices. [32:52] Now is the time to address the cracks in your organization as a leader. [36:30] Our 3rd must-have for leaders: communicating with care. [38:26] The art of storytelling and why it is so critical for leaders to master. [39:00] Why effective communication is a signal of respect for your audience. [40:00] Why it is important that the next generation of leaders must be able to assimilate multiple information streams and quickly pivot and adapt their message to the audience. [43:05] Why it is so critical as a leader to be in tune and conscious of what's going on around you and within you to show up in an authentic, meaningful way. [46:03] The value of apprenticeship. [47:03] Summarizing our three key must-haves. [48:14] Be sure to tune in to the next episode to find out our final two must-haves!   Mentioned in this Episode: A Whole New Mind: Why Right-Brainers Will Rule the Future, by Daniel H. Pink   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management.   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today we are joined by another fascinating guest — Yvonne Wassenaar!   For the last 30 years, Yvonne has advised leaders on scaling, diversifying, and transforming their businesses globally. Currently, she is the CEO of Puppet; an infrastructure automation company that is eliminating soul-crushing work and empowering fearless and open innovation! Yvonne is also on the Board of Directors for Anaplan, Forrester (FORR), and Harvey Mudd College. Previously, she served as a Board Director for Airware, MuleSoft, Bitium, and the Athena Alliance. Some of her past executive roles include being the COO and CEO of Airware, CIO of New Relic, Office of the CXO at VMWare, and a Partner at Accenture where she began her career as a Software Engineer.   Above all else, Yvonne champions modern technologies for driving a safer, more efficient, and innovative planet. In today's conversation, Yvonne shares her passion for modern technology (and the diversity we need to be seeing in the leadership roles behind it), lessons she learned over the course of the COVID pandemic, advice and insights around taking risks and nurturing your network, and all about her incredible career journey.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Yvonne Wassenaar. [1:48] Welcoming Yvonne to the podcast. [2:00] Yvonne shares about her career journey and what led her to where she is today. [9:27] Yvonne shares about the challenging career transition of going from professional services to being an operator. [16:42] All about Puppet, the company that Yvonne is the CEO of. [20:44] What Yvonne learned about herself during the COVID pandemic. [26:42] Yvonne highlights some important changes that she wants to see for women in tech and diversity in the workplace in general. [31:36] Why Yvonne's service on Corporate Boards is important to her and her company. [34:58] Yvonne shares some final words of wisdom for listeners on the theme of taking risks and nurturing your network. [37:24] Thanking Yvonne for joining the podcast and sharing her invaluable insights!   Mentioned in this Episode: Puppet Yvonne Wassenaar's LinkedIn Anaplan Forrester (FORR) Harvey Mudd College Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work, by Ginny Clarke   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today I am joined by a woman with an incredible mission — Meggie Palmer! Meggie's mission is to close the gender pay gap and leadership gap.   Meggie is a speaker, journalist, and the founder and CEO of PepTalkHer; an incredible organization that is empowering women all around the globe. They run corporate programming to help with learning and development training, helping women supercharge their careers through online courses, and more. They also have an amazing app that helps female entrepreneurs track success, build confidence, and better negotiate. Throughout her career, Meggie has worked for the likes of Vogue, Forbes, Marie Claire, BBC World, CNBC, Dateline, and NBC — just to name a few!   In today's conversation, Meggie addresses the gender pay gap, what causes it, and what we can do about it. She shares personal stories from her own career, the key challenges she has overcome, the lessons she has learned, and enlightening moments of overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome. Meggie also gives advice around social media (and not let it negatively impact your psyche), how to become aware of imposter syndrome (in both yourself and others), and how to take courageous leaps of faith in your career.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Meggie Palmer! [1:40] Welcoming Meggie to the podcast. [1:50] What Meggie is doing now, what brought her to the place she is today, and why she transitioned from a career in journalism to entrepreneurship. [5:08] The impact of the gender pay gap and what causes it. [8:13] How Meggie's app, PepTalkHer, addresses the gender pay gap and helps aid women in having these difficult conversations around pay and gender bias. [13:25] Meggie outlines the best way to address these issues around the gender pay gap. [17:35] Meggie shares a personal story on her experience with imposter syndrome and it was an enlightening moment in overcoming self-doubts. [25:00] The rise of social media and the impact it has on comparing yourself to others. [26:03] From journalism to entrepreneurship from an employee to an employer and leader. [29:40] Meggie's advice on how to combat negative self-talk. [32:55] How to stay top of mind in your company's management or leadership through the method of the ‘FYI only' email. [36:16] Why it is important to be aware of imposter syndrome (even if you don't experience it yourself). [37:17] Meggie highlights other important aspects of imposter syndrome. [38:23] Skills and competencies that Meggie has developed as an entrepreneur, a leader, and an advocate for the people that she's seeking to serve. [43:20] Meggie's words of wisdom and encouragement for listeners of Fifth Dimensional Leadership. [45:58] Thanking Meggie for joining the podcast!   Mentioned in this Episode: Meggie Palmer PepTalkHer Career Level Up | PepTalkHer 16Personalities Gallup StrengthsFinder   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today I am joined by an incredibly fascinating guest, Ted Osius. Ted is a retired Ambassador to the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. He spent many years with the Department of State and is known as a diplomat. He is a professor, author, and most recently, was the Google Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Policy for Asia-Pacific.   Ted has an underlying belief that international diplomacy can create a better world which has fueled his passion throughout his career. In this episode, he shares stories that illustrate this belief, takes us through the journey of his illustrious career, catches us up to the current state of affairs with Vietnam, and details about his upcoming book, Nothing is Impossible: America's Reconciliation with Vietnam.    Ted also speaks about the critical component to being a great leader, the qualities that make a great diplomat, how his leadership style has evolved over the years, his experience in transitioning from a career as a public servant to working for a technology company, how to build a culture of inclusion, and advice for fellow leaders looking to make waves.   “That's the art of diplomacy; it's taking what you've learned and creating action that brings people together.” — Ted Osius   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Ted Osius. [1:33] Welcoming Ted to the podcast! [1:44] What led Ted to become a diplomat. [3:02] How did Ted get his start in working for the government? [5:23] About Ted's upcoming book, Nothing is Impossible, where to find it outline, and when it will be available. [8:48] Ted brings listeners up to speed on Vietnam and how the country is currently fairing socially, economically, and politically. [12:20] Ted defines diplomacy and elaborates on his underlying belief that international diplomacy can create a better world. [15:17] When did Ted consider himself a leader? [18:22] Ted shares about his transition from working as a public servant for the government to working with Google. [21:43] Has Ted's leadership style evolved throughout his career? If so, how? [24:17] What does it really mean to “have someone's back” as a leader? What does that look like? [27:34] Why trust and safety are so essential in building a culture of inclusion. [28:46] Ted's thoughts on the role of a parent in a child's life and his own experience with being home with his family during COVID and what that meant to him. [31:10] Ted's journey as a gay man, in an interracial marriage, working in countries that may not have the same views that we do in the United States. [37:33] Ted's words of wisdom and inspiration for listeners of the podcast. [39:46] Thanking Ted for joining the podcast and sharing his incredible insights!   Mentioned in this Episode: Ted Osius Fifth Dimensional Leadership Ep. 9: “Talking Tough Love and Leadership with Ambassador Susan Rice” Nothing is Impossible: America's Reconciliation with Vietnam, by Ted Osius Pete Peterson   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today, we are joined by an extraordinary woman who has written an extraordinary book!  Carole Robin was the Dorothy J. King Lecturer in Leadership at Stanford's Graduate School of Business where she helped to further develop the Interpersonal Dynamics Course including co-developing the Executive version. She also became the Director of the Arbuckle Leadership Fellows Program. Carole is known as the Queen of ‘Touchy Feely,' and received the MBA Distinguished Teaching Award and the Silver Apple award for contributions to alumni programming. When she retired in 2017, a scholarship was established in her name.    In our conversation, Carole speaks about what makes an exceptional leader; key takeaways from her book, Connect; how to strengthen your interpersonal relationships; give (and receive) better feedback; why interpersonal skills are so incredibly important and impactful in all areas of your life (from your home to your workplace); and how you can take charge as a leader. Carole provides so many incredible insights in this episode that are not to be missed.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Carole Robin! [2:00] Welcoming Carole to the podcast! [3:03] Carole shares her personal and professional journey, as well as one of the biggest epiphanies she ever had. [16:25] Bringing us to the present day, Carole speaks about starting up Leaders in Tech, a 1-year, all expenses paid program for leaders of high-growth tech companies. [18:46] How Carole and her collaborator, David Bradford, came together to write their book, Connect. [21:45] Carole explains her favorite acronym: AFOG (Another F*cking Opportunity Growth). [25:30] Carole shares the main mission and purpose that their book aims to address. [29:18] What to do if you really want to learn how to connect with somebody else. [32:30] The biggest takeaway that leaders can take away from Connect. [32:55] Why it is so hard to stand up for yourself and your team, why we experience bad outcomes, how to better receive feedback, and how to give more effective feedback. [37:27] Why are organizations not holding leaders accountable for giving and receiving feedback? What does it look like when organizations do work toward building a healthy culture? Why is feedback so incredibly beneficial to creating a healthy culture? [42:35] Why it is incumbent on leaders to start the dialogue around giving and receiving feedback. [44:03] Carole's take on why the DEI conversation seems to be lost in translation for so many companies and what we can do better to begin this conversation in the workplace. [47:19] Carole shares a lesson and story from her book, Connect, on why every relationship cannot get to ‘exceptional,' even if you may want it to. [50:09] Did Carole's relationship with her mother fuel her passion around her work in interpersonal relationships? [51:35] Carole shares parting thoughts and words of wisdom for listeners on being a good leader and building interpersonal relationships. [52:17] Where to find Carole and her book online! [53:12] Thanking Carole for joining the podcast. Mentioned in this Episode: Connect: Building Exceptional Relationships with Family, Friends, and Colleagues, by David Bradford and Carole Robin Carole Robin's LinkedIn Leaders in Tech ConnectandRelate.com — Visit for a free assessment, free resources, and to order Carole's book!   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Yet another amazing guest is joining Ginny Clarke this week! Rishad Tobaccowala is an advisor, author, educator, and speaker with four decades of leadership experience in change, innovation, and reinvention. He has been named as one of the top five marketing innovators by Time and also serves as a thought provocateur, pragmatic guide, and empathetic advisor to those in senior management.   His newest book came out just this last year and is called, Restoring the Soul of Business: Staying Human in the Age of Data. It is an absolute must-read on what every organization can and should be implementing in this day and age.   In this conversation, Rishad speaks about how the hidden key to successful transformation in any organization lies between human intuition and data-driven insights; shares his stories of transitioning, pivoting, and adapting; important lessons from his new book; and his advice to both senior leaders and Gen Zrs alike on what they can do to build their personal brand and claim agency.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Rishad Tobaccowala. [1:30] Ginny welcomes Rishad to the podcast! [1:40] How Ginny became acquainted with Rishad. [2:00] Rishad shares about his background in India, how he got to where he is today, and how he came to write his book, Restoring the Soul of Business. [8:00] Where does Rishad get the inspiration for his thought pieces? What goes into writing them? [11:29] About Rishad's incredible foundation, The Tobaccowala Foundation. [16:16] Rishad shares about his 40-year career in a multi-faceted business. [20:27] The main mission and vision of Rishad's book, its key lessons, and what separates it from other business books. [23:44] Rishad highlights key lessons from chapter 7 on the themes of mastery, autonomy, purpose, and talent. [28:49] How Rishad's book speaks to COVID. [31:15] Rishad explains what it means to have a personal brand and what is really underneath ‘the hood' of someone's brand. [36:29] How reputation comes into play with your brand. [37:25] Rishad's advice for millennials and gen Zers for building their personal brand and claim agency. [43:21] What Rishad is seeing for the future of returning to work post-COVID. [53:23] Where to find Rishad online. [54:43] Ginny thanks Rishad for joining the podcast! Mentioned in this Episode: Rishad Tobaccowala The Tobaccowa Foundation Restoring the Soul of Business: Staying Human in the Age of Data, by Rishad Tobaccowala Daniel PinkRishad.Substack.com   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Today I am joined by yet another amazing guest — Leslie Ehm! Leslie is a former TV host and advertising Creative Director. She has spent decades with her award-winning training company, Combustion, where she has worked with top organizations including Google, TD Bank, Uber, HBO, and many more. Leslie's mission in life is to help people unleash their most powerful, authentic human self and help them overcome any doubts standing in their way.   Most recently, Leslie has written a book called, Swagger: Unleash Everything You Are and Become Everything You Want. It was just published in May of this year and is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Amazon #1 Bestseller! If you have struggled with taking charge of your life, overcoming self-doubts, and moving into your personal power to achieve the incredible success that you've only dreamed of — you won't want to miss out on this insightful conversation with Leslie! Leslie shares the keys to swagger, what it looks like to speak your truth in a meaningful and impactful way, how to maintain your swagger even if your environment is working against you, the mindset shifts leaders need to be aware of to lead in a healthy way, how to take your power back, set boundaries, and the defining characteristics of what make a great leader.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today's episode with Leslie Ehm. [1:56] Welcoming Leslie Ehm to Fifth Dimensional Leadership. [2:49] Leslie shares her personal and professional journey. [9:42] Leslie speaks about discovering her superpowers and how she leverages them. [11:37] How does Leslie coach or help those who are not ready to show up as themselves or ‘be seen?' [14:40] How did Leslie land on the word ‘swagger' for her book? [16:50] Leslie shares an anecdote from her book, Swagger, on what it can look like to speak your truth. [19:56] How Leslie helps people maintain their swagger when they have to return to their not-so-healthy work environment. [25:33] Are there differences in how swagger is displayed depending on a person's gender? [29:37] Why it is so important that leaders within organizations build trust with those they work with. [32:38] Has COVID shifted the mindsets of senior leaders around reassessing how people are doing work? [36:04] Will the lessons we've learned and the new ways of working we've adapted to during COVID stick? [37:32] Discussing our hopes for organizations in reassessing the criteria for which they're hiring leaders. [39:44] The power in realizing the choice that you have. [40:24] Leslie highlights key takeaways in taking your power back, believing in yourself, and setting healthy boundaries. [41:47] Is ‘badass' and ‘swagger' synonymous? [44:27] Leslie's analogy for validation and the difference between external vs. international validation. [49:29] What Leslie believes to be the single defining characteristic of a great leader. [52:08] Leslie leaves some parting words of wisdom for listeners. [53:35] Why it's not about being your “best self” but falling in love with who you are — flaws and all. [54:10] Thanking Leslie for joining the podcast and sharing her insights!   Mentioned in this Episode: Leslie Ehm Swagger: Unleash Everything You Are and Become Everything You Want, by Leslie Ehm Combustion The Self-Employed Life: Business and Personal Development Strategies That Create Sustainable Success, by Jeffrey Shaw   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Jay Guilford has a very interesting background. He once worked with a bunch of clowns — literally. A few years ago, he ran away with Cirque du Soleil where he created their corporate training program called Spark. With Spark, Jay challenged corporate leaders to collaborate, communicate, and tap into their creative potential by working with Cirque performers on Cirque du Soleil stages!   Jay considers himself a cultural refugee, having migrated from the inner city to the ivy league. After sparking (pun-intended) the creative insights of many corporate teams at Cirque, Jay ran away once again to found CoWorks Leadership Strategists, a consulting firm specializing in leadership training, team building, and talent optimization.   As a former and reformed ‘bully boss,’ Jay personally understands how a leader can slide down the slippery slope of workplace toxicity — which is the focus of today’s episode! Jay shares how to begin addressing and remedying a toxic workplace as a leader, personal experiences and lessons learned from both sides of the coin of workplace bullying, and the importance of taking swift action when it comes to a hostile workplace environment.   Key Takeaways: [:50] Welcoming Jay Guilford to the podcast! [1:07] About Jay Guilford. [2:38] Jay shares what got him started on the path that has led him to where he is today. [4:58] How did Jay earn the title ‘the Boss whisperer?’ [7:57] How did Jay make the connection between a contemporary circus and corporate training events? How did he come up with the idea for Spark? [11:11] Jay defines workplace toxicity and outlines what the behaviors look like. [15:52] How to begin addressing and remedying a toxic workplace. [18:52] The importance of taking swift action when it comes to a toxic workplace. [21:54] Jay shares his experiences of being bullied in his workplace, what he learned from it, and how he addressed it head-on. [26:37] Sharing a personal experience of workplace hostility, what it taught me, and how I addressed it. [28:14] The importance of setting boundaries in the workplace (especially with those higher up in the hierarchy). [28:50] Jay shares his experience as a former (and reformed) bully boss and how he came to realize he was part of the problem. [32:22] Jay speaks to the five dimensions of leadership and shares what he believes are the most important qualities of a leader. [35:08] Jay shares some final words of wisdom for leaders in 2021. [38:02] Should you call out toxic behavior in the workplace? Jay offers some tips and advice to leaders on addressing a toxic work environment. [39:02] Giving thanks to Jay for joining the podcast!   Mentioned in this Episode: Jay Guilford Cirque du Soleil CoWorks Leadership Strategists Fifth Dimensional Leadership Ep. 23: “‘The Attributes:’ Leadership Lessons from Former Navy SEAL, Rich Diviney”   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

Are you ready for a career change but have no idea what else you could do or where to start? Or perhaps you're between jobs or just starting out in your career, but you find the whole job search and interview experience to be overwhelming and stressful. Meet Ginny Clarke, CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC and author of Career Mapping: Charting your Course in the New World of Work, who shares with us her journey as a black female, professional and single mom, navigating through work life and managing her own career to becoming an expert executive recruiter. In this episode, Ginny shares tips on gaining clarity on your strengths and how to communicate with recruiters to level up in your career. Ginny also shares advice on raising your hand for stretch opportunities, asking for help, and why the ability to communicate effectively is so important. Visit https://www.iambeyondbarriers.com where you will find show notes and links to all the resources in this episode, including the best way to get in touch with Ginny.   Highlights: [01:03] About Ginny Clarke [05:34] How someone discovers their unique strengths in order to communicate to people [07:40] How do you use those transferable skills to switch industries or switch roles? [12:19] Struggling with fear and limiting beliefs [16:04] Patterns that prevent women from showing up with confidence and owning their success [20:56] Expiring skill sets and stretch opportunities [24:58] Balancing personal and professional goals and setting boundaries [30:02] Importance of community [34:32] Future of work in digital age [38:00] Advice on digital interviews   Quotes: “Often what we love to do, is what we’re good at, and that can mean we have to push away what other people expect of us.” – Ginny Clarke “I’ve watched so many people get locked into one thing and what they don’t understand is they are a free agent and can own this process.” -Ginny Clarke “Part of growing up is learning to deal with the ambiguity of uncertainty. You can’t be rigid and risk averse because that will limit you.” -Ginny Clarke “Some of the mistakes women make in interviews and more broadly in their careers, they don’t come in willing to assert, ‘This is what I’m good at and this is how I do it.’” -Ginny Clarke “Competencies trump experience, you have to be your own advocate. In the digital world, go learn it in your own time to keep moving.” -Ginny Clarke “Asking for help doesn’t mean you’re weak, if you’re sharing your vision, sometimes you don’t even have to ask for help.” -Ginny Clarke   About Ginny Clarke: Ginny Clarke is CEO of Ginny Clarke, LLC. She provides unparalleled skills and insights to some of the world’s leading executive search firms and technology companies. As a seasoned executive recruiter, she brings a unique, holistic approach to leadership assessment, hiring, diversity recruiting, and talent management that is essential more now than ever. Ginny is a systems thinker who can deconstruct processes and behaviors to carefully assess organizational and individual capability. From there, she provides integrated solutions to affect change. Specialties include Leadership Assessment and Training, Talent Acquisition Process Design, Diversity Recruiting Strategy and Execution, Career Management and Internal Mobility. Before pursuing her own business, Ginny held senior leadership positions at Google and Spencer Stuart. At Google, she acted as Director, Executive Recruiting. In this role, she led the Diversity, Internal Mobility, and Non-Tech Recruiting teams. Her team of North American recruiters found and hired senior leaders (Directors +) for finance, sales, marketing, and other G&A functions across Google. She leveraged her expertise to build a scaled internal mobilityprogram for Google’s senior leaders and designed much of the infrastructure that supports their executive recruiting function today. At Spencer Stuart, Ginny was a Partner who worked in the firm’s Financial Services and Financial Officer Practices and co-founded and led Spencer Stuart’s Global Diversity Practice. Ginny drew upon her breadth and depth of experience to write her book “Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work” (2011). The book provides a framework that empowers individuals to plot and assess their professional competencies and strategically navigate their careers. Ginny’s podcast “Fifth Dimensional Leadership” is designed for leaders, thinkers, and future-makers dedicated to creating the conscious workplace of tomorrow. Ginny earned her BA in French and Linguistics from the University of California at Davis and her MBA from Northwestern University’s Kellogg School. She is the single mother of an adult son, Julian, who works in the entertainment industry.   Links: Website: https://www.ginnyclarke.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginnyclarke/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/GinnyClarke  

Another Fifth Dimensional Leadership episode, another fantastic guest! Today we are joined by an extraordinary leader, Jason Fischer; the President of Enterprise and Advisory at UL. Jason leads UL’s SaaS and Advisory business, connecting data and science to protect customer value chains by enhancing product quality, optimizing supply chains, and advancing enterprise sustainability.   As a global organization, UL works to help customers, purchasers, and policymakers navigate market risk and complexity. They build trust in the safety, security, and sustainability of products, organizations, and supply chains — enabling smarter choices and better lives.    In this episode, Jason Fischer shares about his career background, UL, how he has evolved as a leader over the years, how he has been deliberate in his learning, and key lessons he has learned in establishing himself as a leader. He also shares his leadership philosophy, what a day for him and his team looks like at UL, invaluable leadership advice, his hopes and predictions for the future, and how he helps foster an organizational culture that allows people to speak their truth.   Key Takeaways: [:50] About today’s episode with Jason Fischer. [1:28] Welcoming Jason to the podcast! [1:52] Jason explains his role at UL. [2:53] The history of UL and how it has evolved over the years. [5:42] Jason shares where UL is headed overall as a company. [7:39] Jason speaks about his career background, the lessons he has learned, and how he made his way to UL. [10:58] The importance of the apprenticeship model and how it accelerates learning and growth. [13:47] What Jason has learned as a leader and how he established himself as a leader. [16:39] Jason speaks about the tendencies (or triggers) that have steered him off course and how he got himself back on track. He also gives advice to fellow leaders who may have found themselves also steered off course. [19:38] The importance of understanding your team dynamic to create a well-balanced team. [22:03] One of the five dimensions of leadership is ‘speak your truth.’ How does Jason, as a leader, foster an organizational culture that allows people to speak their truth? [25:00] Jason shares his leadership philosophy. [26:46] What is on the horizon for UL as a global organization? What does Jason see happening in the next five years? [28:15] Jason explains the various elements of the supply chain. [30:22] Jason speaks about his and his team’s day-to-day at UL, as well as the importance of investing in your team and pushing your comfort zone. [34:37] What are the capabilities that Jason looks for in other leaders? What qualities does he want as a part of his team? And will these skills be different five years from now than they are today? [36:42] Jason shares his hopes for the future when it comes to technology advancing paired with the uniquely human skills (of emotions and subjectivity). [38:17] Jason’s parting thoughts, wisdom, advice, and hope to fellow leaders. [39:38] Thanking Jason for joining us today!   Mentioned in this Episode: Jason Fischer’s LinkedIn UL Mindset: The New Psychology of Success, by Carol S. Dweck   About Fifth Dimensional Leadership & Ginny Clarke Fifth-Dimensional Leadership is a podcast about leadership — knowing yourself, speaking your truth, inspiring love, expanding your consciousness and activating your mastery. As an executive recruiter and career expert currently leading executive recruiting at a Fortune 20 tech company, Ginny Clarke is a passionate and authentic thought leader with a unique and deliberate perspective on work and life. She synthesizes aspects of her life as an African-American single mother who has successfully navigated corporate America for over 30 years. She has inspired, uplifted, and changed the lives of thousands and is intentional about bringing conscious awareness to people of all ages and stages.   Every other week, a new edition of Fifth-Dimensional Leadership will include fascinating guests, covering a variety of topics: power, personal branding, self-awareness, networking, fear, and career management   Stay Connected! To find more episodes or learn more, visit: GinnyClarke.com Connect with her on social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Youtube

"We want you to be fully integrated and to love yourselves and know yourselves because that holistic view of an individual, I often refer to that as a talent mindset of an organization and of leaders and that's the thing that's going to take our entire civilization to the next level. We can't think of companies as being separate." - Ginny Clarke Our world is evolving. How are we going to move forward? Who do we need be to usher in this shift in our personal lives and in our work? Today we are exploring Fifth Dimensional Leadership with Google Executive Ginny Clarke. When it comes to truly owning your voice and power and stepping into your leadership it's not just about focusing on the external, but also about the internal. I believe this is the way forward and so does Ginny. She has been an executive recruiter, career advisor, and talent curator for more than 20 years, helping thousands of leaders realize their potential along the way. She is currently a Director of Executive Recruiting at Google. Previously, she was a partner at Spencer Stuart, a top global executive search firm where she co-founded and led their Global Diversity practice. She is also the author of “Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work,” and the host of the Fifth Dimensional Leadership Podcast. “People are put in our lives to be mirrors for us to look back on ourselves.” - Ginny Clarke On today's show, we explore how being a true leader goes beyond simply your resumé and expertise and incorporates who you are with what you've done. Ginny shows us how to cultivate your ability to connect and elevate others. We discuss her personal evolution of stepping into her “Only,” when she first discovered she was an empath, and how we can all bring more empathy to our work and the world. Join us for this deep and insightful conversation as we explore her vision for leadership and the future that is more soul-based, less-ego-based, where we focus on unity and instead of separation and where we tap into our intuition instead of relying only on logic. "Power isn't power over anyone." - Ginny Clarke Show Notes: What is true leadership How to take a seat at the table and not be intimidated by titles The value of diversity When Ginny Clarke realized she was an empath What is an empath How to reset How to balance personal and professional development What is fifth dimensional leadership What is a talent mindset Ginny Clarke's vision for the future "Having self-love is at the core of empathy." - Ginny Clarke 3 Pieces of Advice or Action Steps: Love yourself Allow yourself to be guided Tell people what you want Brand and Resource Mentions: Fifth Dimensional Leadership Podcast Get your copy of Career Mapping: Charting Your Course in the New World of Work by Ginny Clarke Connect with Ginny Clarke: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Ginny Clarke Thanks for being a part of this bold and powerful conversation on The Power of The Only! Whether you feel like the only one in your company, industry or community or the only woman in the room, we're here to support you in stepping up, speaking up through power, presence and representation and to make an impact in your personal and professional life. Want even more insider tips, resources and training to help you own your voice and power and step into your leadership.  Join me in my free, invite only  YOU, Amplified!™ community! You can also join the conversation on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and Twitter. Learn more about this episode of The Power of The Only with Angela Chee at www.angelachee.com/27