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In this episode of Spirituality in Leadership, host Andrew Cohn sits down with Judi Neal, a pioneer in workplace spirituality and the force behind the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality and Edgewalkers International. Judi opens up about her personal journey, including her time at Honeywell, where she took a stand as a whistleblower—an experience that reshaped her understanding of integrity, trust, and spiritual resilience.Together, Andrew and Judi explore how spirituality can transform leadership and workplace culture, making organizations more compassionate, ethical, and inclusive. Drawing insights from her books Inspiring Workplace Spirituality, Edgewalkers, and Creating Enlightened Organizations, Judi shares practical ways to integrate faith and spirituality into daily work life—no matter your beliefs.This conversation is for anyone looking to lead with greater purpose, foster a more inclusive workplace, or simply navigate their career with a deeper sense of meaning. Key TakeawaysIntegration of spirituality into leadership and business practicesThe concept of blessings in the workplace and recognizing inherent valuePersonal experiences and stories related to workplace spiritualityThe ethical dilemma faced by a whistleblower and its impact on personal valuesThe importance of aligning personal values with professional responsibilitiesFostering a culture of appreciation, trust, and community in organizationsThe transformative power of spirituality in creating ethical and compassionate work environmentsImpact of spirituality on leadership styles and organizational cultureThe concept of "edge walkers" as individuals bridging material and spiritual worldsMindfulness and self-reflection as tools for effective leadershipAddressing skepticism and resistance to spirituality in professional contextsResources and frameworks for implementing spirituality in organizationsIn This Episode:(00:00:01) Introduction to appreciative inquiry  (00:01:09) Introduction of Judi Neal  (00:03:28) Reading from Inspiring Workplace Spirituality(00:04:48) Moment of silence  (00:06:05) Concept of blessing  (00:07:26) Transforming judgment to blessing  (00:10:07) Impact of workplace negativity  (00:10:52) Appreciative inquiry practice  (00:11:00) Discussion on blessing and religion  (00:12:39) Cultural creative study insights  (00:14:45) Judi's journey into spirituality  (00:15:49) Whistleblower experience at Honeywell  (00:16:51) Moral dilemma in the workplace  (00:20:46) Spiritual awakening  (00:23:24) Consequences of whistleblowing  (00:24:33) Spiritual awakening and connection (00:26:35) Legal action against Honeywell  (00:28:44) Teaching management and tokenism(00:31:10) Common themes among leaders  (00:33:23) Reception of spirituality in the workplace  (00:33:49) Defining religion, spirituality, and faith  (00:35:48) Building bridges between worldviews  (00:39:14) Authenticity and trust in organizations  (00:39:59) Creating space for conversations  (00:41:26) Practices for opening doors to meaning   (00:43:47) Inspirational reading assignments  (00:46:47) Eileen Fisher's personal growth initiative  (00:48:04) Spirituality as a dimension of diversity  (00:51:04) Offering options for spiritual practices  (00:52:04) Gateways to workplace spirituality    (00:57:00) Gratitude and invitation  Resources and LinksSpirituality in Leadership PodcastSpirituality in LeadershipJudi NealLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/judi-neal-99a1027Book:https://www.amazon.com/Inspiring-Workplace-Spirituality-Future-Work/dp/1837536155Book: https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Enlightened-Organizations-Gateways-Spirit/dp/1137335157Book: https://www.amazon.com/Edgewalkers-People-Organizations-Bridges-Ground/dp/0275989208Andrew CohnWebsite: https://www.spiritualityinleadership.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewcohnusa/Music: Kodiak: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4rURKtnJr3jeHvZ0IVRQCe

Send us a Text Message.Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, as I get interviewed by Dr. Judi Neal. Today, I share my journey into spiritual intelligence, discussing the transformative power of traumatic events and synchronicities, which led me to explore spirituality beyond conventional corporate confines. The conversation delves into integrating spiritual practices in the workplace, highlighting the challenges and rewards of merging corporate and spiritual life. Join us as we uncover the magic of spiritual intelligence in revolutionizing workplace dynamics.Key Topics Discussed:Discovery of the Edgewalker community and spiritual intelligenceThe hope and inspiration such transformation can offer to clientsThe concept of community as circles rather than hierarchical structuresImportance of passion in driving community growth and expansionCreating an environment where unexpected magic can happenBenefits of embracing a transformative perspective on life difficultiesThe importance of dream analysis for leadership successIf you love the episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple podcast or Spotify, and don't forget to subscribe so you can stay up to date on any future episodes!Quote:Corporate Spirituality in Practice: "What I started doing was I started incorporating these spiritual activities with my team. I didn't call them that, but we were at the time doing EQ, emotional intelligence and spiritual intelligence activities to sort of help connect everyone together during these times that were difficult, and I saw how transformational they were.” - Amy Lynn DurhamConnect with Judi:https://edgewalkers.org/https://www.gci.earth/https://www.facebook.com/judineal,https://twitter.com/Edgewalker22,https://www.linkedin.com/in/judi-neal-99a1027/Support the Show.Connect with Amy: https://createmagicatwork.net/about-1

Take The Edgewalker ProfileWork With AmyJoin me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Judi Neal, the President of Edgewalkers International, a workplace spiritual community and the author of ten books on workplace spirituality and transformation. Her recent books are Personal, Educational, and Organizational Transformation, published June 2023, and Inspiring Workplace Spirituality, to be published in Fall 2023. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating concept of being an Edgewalker and explore the profound spirituality accompanying this role. We discuss the importance of building bridges between two worlds within the workplace and how organizations that prioritize nurturing the human spirit experience more significant innovation, job satisfaction, and dedication. Our conversation highlights the criticality of spirituality in the workplace and investigates why some senior leaders ignore valuable data.Today on Create Magic At Work®:Learn what an Edgewalker is.How you can connect different worlds together as an EdgewalkerHow to be a change agent for the greater good.The role Edgewalkers can play in soul-broken organizations.Ways to cultivate playfulness at work and in life.QuoteIf someone's negative all the time and only complains and never brings anything to the conversation, I think there's an opportunity for development there. If they can't change, they would help create a toxic workplace. - Judi NealConnect with Judi:https://edgewalkers.org/https://www.gci.earth/https://www.facebook.com/judineal,https://twitter.com/Edgewalker22,https://www.linkedin.com/in/judi-neal-99a1027/Support the showConnect with Amy: https://msha.ke/createmagicatwork

In this episode, Paul Nixon and Beth Estock explore the concept of Edgewalking. Edgewalking church leaders have one foot firmly within the church, typically with strong core convictions and Christology, even as they engage with people beyond the church, gaining wisdom of perspective that helps the church in its mission. Beth and Paul are convinced that this Edgewalking concept is core to effective spiritual leadership in the 2020s. To learn more about Edgewalkers, see the 2006 book Edgewalkers by Judi Neal, and the daily meditation by Richard Rohr's team, written by Victoria Loorz, entitled Edge Walking.

Judi Neal, an inspirational global educator, and leader, encourages us to be Edgewalkers and to elevate our Global Consciousness. It does take courage to change for the better. Listening to Judi in this conversation with Dave, you may experience some of her positive energy right through your screen. Dave did.  

Join me, Amy Lynn Durham, with Judi Neal, the President of Edgewalkers International, a workplace spiritual community and the author of ten books on workplace spirituality and transformation, a workplace spirituality community. Her recent books are Personal, Educational, and Organizational Transformation, published June 2023, and Inspiring Workplace Spirituality, to be published in Fall 2023. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating concept of being an edgewalker and explore the profound spirituality accompanying this role. We discuss the importance of building bridges between two worlds within the workplace and how organizations that prioritize nurturing the human spirit experience more significant innovation, job satisfaction, and dedication. Our conversation highlights the criticality of spirituality in the workplace and investigates why some senior leaders ignore valuable data.Today on Create Magic At Work®:Defining EdgewalkersSpirituality as a guiding forceBuilding bridges in the workplace as an edgewalkerThe power of inner wisdomEmbracing the edgewalker perspective as a leaderLeading with compassion and wisdomChange agents for the greater goodThe role of edgewalkers in soul-broken organizationsEmpowering voices and embracing authenticityCultivating playfulness QuoteIf someone's negative all the time and only complains and never brings anything to the conversation, I think there's an opportunity for development there. If they can't change, they would help create the toxic workplace. - Judi NealConnect with Judi:https://edgewalkers.org/https://www.gci.earth/https://www.facebook.com/judineal,https://twitter.com/Edgewalker22,https://www.linkedin.com/in/judi-neal-99a1027/Connect with Amy: https://msha.ke/createmagicatwork

Joining us in circle are Tamara Herl and Judi Neal. These two change-makers share their wealth of wisdom on the importance of spirituality in leadership and the traits that the world is seeking. You want to be on this edge walking alongside these two.  Join in to hear powerful stories and learn the tools to evolve your leadership journey. What's in this episode for you: The important role that spirituality plays in leadership What we are being called to step into as leaders The leadership qualities that we need now Tangible tools to help hone those skills and ways of being  A vision for leadership that we can all get excited about Poem: Where the Sidewalk Ends by Shel Silverstein There is a place where the sidewalk ends And before the street begins, And there the grass grows soft and white, And there the sun burns crimson bright, And there the moon-bird rests from his flight To cool in the peppermint wind. Let us leave this place where the smoke blows black And the dark street winds and bends. Past the pits where the asphalt flowers grow We shall walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And watch where the chalk-white arrows go To the place where the sidewalk ends. Yes we'll walk with a walk that is measured and slow, And we'll go where the chalk-white arrows go, For the children, they mark, and the children, they know The place where the sidewalk ends. Who's in circle with us: Tamara Herl is a Licensed Professional Counselor, professionally trained Life Coach, Registered/Board Certified Art Therapist and Certified Forest Therapy Guide.  What sets Tamara apart from other counselors and coaches is her ability to weave expressive practices such as visual art, journaling, and connection with nature into the experiences she facilitates. Connect with Tamara through, www.becomeyourownguru.com, Instagram and LinkedIn. Judi Neal is an author, a scholar, and a consultant on workplace spirituality.   After receiving her Ph.D. from Yale, she worked in the corporate and academic world.  She founded Edgewalkers International, a coaching and consulting firm. Judi is the author of eight books on workplace spirituality and transformation, including Edgewalkers. Connect with Judi through, www.edgewalkers.org, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.

Summary: In this episode of the Change Management Review™ Podcast, Brian Gorman interviews Judi Neal - an author on workplace spirituality and an internationally recognized scholar, speaker, and consultant. She focused her earlier research on business leaders who have a strong commitment to their spirituality, and studied how they've bridged the spiritual world and the

Summary: In this episode of the Change Management Review™ Podcast, Brian Gorman interviews Judi Neal – an author on workplace spirituality and an internationally recognized scholar, speaker, and consultant. She […]

Dr. Judi Neal is an internationally recognized scholar, speaker, consultant, and the author of six books on workplace spirituality and transformation. She received her Ph.D. from Yale University and was an internal consultant to Honeywell. In 2009, Judi became the founding Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the University of Arkansas. Her research is on business leaders who have a strong commitment to their spirituality, and she’s studied how they bridged the spiritual world and the material world of business. During my time at the University of Arkansas as a grad student, I was exploring spirituality and wanted to bring meaning to work. Because of this, I found myself drawn to Judi and eventually participated in an internship with her that left me with perspectives I still carry with me today. It’s so refreshing to think about how to bring spirituality, and depth, and meaning into your work no matter where you work or what you do and that’s exactly what we’ll be discussing in today’s episode.   What you'll hear in this episode: The two components Judi uses to define spirituality What it looks like to bring more spirituality into the workplace How bringing spirituality into the workplace can improve your mind climate and the overall atmosphere of the workplace The benefits of focusing on what is going right and working to replicate that rather than focusing on problems and their solutions How a recent study she conducted revealed that a common way organizations are incorporating spirituality in the workplace is by practicing mindfulness meditation Judi’s advice for how to start incorporating more spirituality in your work Why it’s so important to not associate spirituality practices in the workplace with religion How bringing spirituality into her work has positively impacted Judi’s life   Connect with Ivy on Facebook and join the Mind Climate Community!

Sacred Conversation About Work Episode 22 In Episode 22, Carol continues her talk with Judi Neal, a recognized expert and academic on spirituality in the workplace. Judi speaks and consults internationally. Clients include Pfizer and GE, as well as non-profits. In this second part of a two-part interview, you’ll learn about the power of tapping into a knowing that goes beyond the rational, how Johnson and Johnson creates sacred space at their headquarters, and why Aetna is such a big proponent of mindfulness at work. You’ll also hear Judi’s take on the long-term prognosis for businesses as a place for human beings to thrive as well as tips for getting started on bringing spirituality into the workplace. We wrap up with Judi’s reflections on a life so much bigger than she could have ever imagined, with miracle after miracle, and a delightful personal exchange between Carol and Judi. Judi Neal is the Chairman of Edgewalkers International, the retired Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas and Professor Emeritus at the University of New Haven. Widely published, her books include Creating Enlightened Organizations: Four Gateways to Spirit at Work, Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground, and The Spirit of Project Management. She is the editor of The Handbook for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace. Judi has been active in creating communities that support spirituality in the workplace, as the founder of The International Center for Spirit at Work, and the International Spirit at Work Awards, and co-founder of the Management, Spirituality and Religion Interest Group at the Academy of Management. She is also co-founder of the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion and on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Management, Spirituality and Religion. Judi received her Ph.D. from Yale in Organizational Behavior and lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas. For more information on Judi please visit her website: www.edgewalkers.org Or email her: judi@edgewalkers.org ### Credits: HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com GUEST: Judi Neal PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier  

In Episode 22, Carol continues her talk with Judi Neal, a recognized expert and academic on spirituality in the workplace. Judi speaks and consults internationally. Clients include Pfizer and GE, as well as non-profits. In this second part of a two-part interview, you’ll learn about the power of tapping into a knowing that goes beyond the rational, how Johnson and Johnson creates sacred space at their headquarters, and why Aetna is such a big proponent of mindfulness at work. You’ll also hear Judi’s take on the long-term prognosis for businesses as a place for human beings to thrive as well as tips for getting started on bringing spirituality into the workplace. We wrap up with Judi’s reflections on a life so much bigger than she could have ever imagined, with miracle after miracle, and a delightful personal exchange between Carol and Judi. Judi Neal is the Chairman of Edgewalkers International, the retired Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas and Professor Emeritus at the University of New Haven. Widely published, her books include Creating Enlightened Organizations: Four Gateways to Spirit at Work, Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground, and The Spirit of Project Management. She is the editor of The Handbook for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace. Judi has been active in creating communities that support spirituality in the workplace, as the founder of The International Center for Spirit at Work, and the International Spirit at Work Awards, and co-founder of the Management, Spirituality and Religion Interest Group at the Academy of Management. She is also co-founder of the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion and on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Management, Spirituality and Religion. Judi received her Ph.D. from Yale in Organizational Behavior and lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas.   For more information on Judi please visit her website: www.edgewalkers.org Or email her: judi@edgewalkers.org ### Credits: HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com GUEST: Judi Neal PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

Sacred Conversation on Work Episode 21 In Episode 21, Carol talks with Judi Neal, PhD, a recognized expert and academic on spirituality in the workplace. Judi speaks and consults internationally. Clients include Pfizer, GE, Unilever, General Dynamics, Hewlett-Packard and others. In this first part of a two-part interview, you’ll hear about Judi’s journey from whistle blower to management professor, the bottom line benefits that are created when employees become connected to something greater than themselves and to others, and the power of aligning individual values and organizational values. Judi and Carol also talk about the inner work of the leader, a “crisis of awe”, and how silence plays a role in better decisions, individually and collectively. The first part of this interview concludes with a discussion on powerful, but often overlooked skills of the effective leader. Judi Neal is the Chairman of Edgewalkers International, the retired Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas and Professor Emeritus at the University of New Haven. Widely published, her books include Creating Enlightened Organizations: Four Gateways to Spirit at Work, Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground, and The Spirit of Project Management. She is the editor of The Handbook for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace. Judi has been active in creating communities that support spirituality in the workplace, as the founder of The International Center for Spirit at Work, and the International Spirit at Work Awards, and co-founder of the Management, Spirituality and Religion Interest Group at the Academy of Management. She is also co-founder of the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion and on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Management, Spirituality and Religion. Judi received her Ph.D. from Yale in Organizational Behavior and lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas. For more information on Judi please visit her website: www.edgewalkers.org Or email her: judi@edgewalkers.org ### Credits: HOST: Carol Ross, standoutandbelong.com GUEST: Judi Neal PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

  In Episode 21, Carol talks with Judi Neal, PhD, a recognized expert and academic on spirituality in the workplace. Judi speaks and consults internationally. Clients include Pfizer, GE, Unilever, General Dynamics, Hewlett-Packard and others. In this first part of a two-part interview, you’ll hear about Judi’s journey from whistle blower to management professor, the bottom line benefits that are created when employees become connected to something greater than themselves and to others, and the power of aligning individual values and organizational values. Judi and Carol also talk about the inner work of the leader, a “crisis of awe”, and how silence plays a role in better decisions, individually and collectively. The first part of this interview concludes with a discussion on powerful, but often overlooked skills of the effective leader. Judi Neal is the Chairman of Edgewalkers International, the retired Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas and Professor Emeritus at the University of New Haven. Widely published, her books include Creating Enlightened Organizations: Four Gateways to Spirit at Work, Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground, and The Spirit of Project Management. She is the editor of The Handbook for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace. Judi has been active in creating communities that support spirituality in the workplace, as the founder of The International Center for Spirit at Work, and the International Spirit at Work Awards, and co-founder of the Management, Spirituality and Religion Interest Group at the Academy of Management. She is also co-founder of the Journal of Management, Spirituality, and Religion and on the Board of Directors of the International Association of Management, Spirituality and Religion. Judi received her Ph.D. from Yale in Organizational Behavior and lives in Fayetteville, Arkansas. For more information on Judi please visit her website: www.edgewalkers.org Or email her: judi@edgewalkers.org ### GUEST: Judi Neal HOST: Carol Ross PRODUCER/EDITOR: Kyle Donovan, kyledonovan.com GRAPHIC DESIGN: Nicholas Geier

Interview with author Judi Neal about her new book Handbook of Personal and Organizational Transformation.

Crazy is seeing something that no one else can see and the willingness to jump in with both feet to make it happen, because you just know it will make the world a better place. And when you turn out to be right, then they call you brilliant! Judi Neal is Chairman and CEO of Edgewalkers International http://edgewalkers.org Previously she was Director of the Tyson Center for Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace at the Sam M. Walton College of Business, University of Arkansas, and is currently She is recognized as an expert on spirituality in the workplace and speaks and consults internationally. Her research focuses on business leaders who have a strong commitment to their faith and spirituality, and began studying how they bridged the spiritual world and the material world of business. She is author of Edgewalkers: People and Organizations that Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground; co-authored The Spirit of Project Management with Alan Harpham; and is editor of the Handbook of Faith and Spirituality in the Workplace. She recently published her fourth book titled Creating Enlightened Organizations: Four Gateways to Spirit at Work. Her next book is The Handbook of Personal and Organizational Transformation. She has published widely in academic journals and has created an international community of Edgewalkers.

Judi Neal, Ph.D., is the author of Edgewalkers: People and Organizations That Take Risks, Build Bridges and Break New Ground. Join us for an insightful conversation.