Podcasts about self leadership

Do you ever start a new year or goal feeling motivated and clear, only to find yourself burned out or back at square one a few weeks later? In this episode, we break down the 3 patterns that separate leaders who sustain results from those who keep starting over. You'll learn: ✅ Why your health struggles aren't a discipline problem, but a self-leadership gap ✅ Why goals don't stick for high performers ✅ How focusing only on results or "winging it" keeps you stuck ✅ What leaders who thrive long-term do differently This episode will hekp you create a clear blueprint for an extraordinary year of health, energy, and growth... without burnout. Tune in and learn how to lead yourself first so you can finally make results stick. Highlights The 3 hidden patterns that cause high-performing leaders to burn out or keep starting over with their health goals. Why discipline and consistency aren't the real problem—and how self-leadership is the missing skill. The difference between outcome-focused, process-focused, and identity-based change (and why identity is the key to results that stick). How "winging it" creates decision fatigue—and why leaders who sustain results rely on structure and systems instead of motivation. How to build a clear, identity-driven blueprint for an extraordinary year of health, energy, and growth without burnout. RESOURCES + LINKS: Join our free Facebook Group, Energy Secrets for Business Owners and Professionals, for more content, live coaching, and a kick ass community HERE: https://fitnessproject.kartra.com/page/energysecrets  WANT TO BUILD A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE WITHOUT HAVING TO WORKOUT FOR 6+ HOURS / WEEK AND BE ON A TEDIOUS DIET? i.e. Want fitness to fit into your life rather than having to become your life? -- Apply Now to Learn More About How We Can Support You In Your Journey: https://thefitnessproject.us/application/ Check out our client transformations: https://thefitnessproject.us/client-transformations/ Tag us in an Instagram Story with your biggest takeaway  @conquerthedaypodcast Connect with Lindsey Pickowicz Instagram | @lindseypickowicz Facebook | @lindseykatepickowicz

Summary In this episode, Andy talks with Dr. Andrew Wittman, former Marine, police officer, federal agent, and leadership coach, about his new book Inner Armor: Perpetual Resilience. If you lead projects and teams, you already know pressure is coming. The real question is what you do when it arrives. Andrew explains why the brain can work against you under stress, and how the questions you ask yourself shape the options you can see. You'll learn the Two Minute Rule and how it can help you shift from "we can't" thinking into problem-solving mode. Andy and Andrew also explore how filters and assumptions influence what leaders notice, why limitation can be more dangerous than fear, and what it looks like to build a First Responder Mindset so you can hold your poise when stakeholders push back. They close with a powerful discussion on identity and a practical look at raising resilient kids. If you're looking for insights on leading with clarity and composure when the stakes are high, this episode is for you! Sound Bites "The first thing you have to understand about the brain is that it is the original search engine. Like it has to answer a question." "The brain knows that you're a genius. Even if you don't consciously recognize that you're a genius, your brain knows it. It'll never go against your genius self. So if you say things like, I don't know how we could do this, your brain says, 'Oh, we don't know.' So it stops searching completely for any answer." "Just for two minutes, pretend that you could do it. It's amazing that your brain will just go to work and find like 15 ways you actually could do it, whereas seconds ago, we thought we couldn't." "When bad news happens, get happy. Whenever you hear bad news, you should get happy because this is your biggest opportunity to have the greatest comeback ever." "My question is, no matter what the bad news is, I'm going to ask myself this: how can I use this to my greatest possible advantage?" "I want to know what the holes in this project are. I don't want to hear rainbows and sunshine, right? Positive thinking will get you killed quicker than negative thinking." "We take in 11 million bits of information per second. Every second we see, hear, feel, touch, 11 million bits. Only 126 bits go to our conscious mind for action, which means we're filtering out 99.9% of all that information." "When you walk into a room, and you think no one supports you, you're going to see every cue that you could find to back that up. And you'll discard anything that would go against that." "The world is always ready to define you if you don't define yourself." "My identity: I'm a man of excellence who always keeps his word. I aspire to always keep my word. And so everything that I do is pre-decided by that identity." "Excellence is if I give my best effort, I could sleep tonight." "Welcome to Planet Earth, everybody has to deal with the externals. It's the great equalizer. We all have to deal with it. You're not special. I hate to tell you, CEO, you're not special." "Those pressure situations, they don't create your habits. They actually reveal them." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:40 Start of Interview 02:07 Andrew's Backstory and Early Influences 04:23 Unhelpful Questions Under Pressure and the Two Minute Rule 07:27 Applying the Two Minute Rule When a Key Dependency Slips 12:12 Training Practices to Make Resilience Automatic 16:49 Recognizing When Your Filter Is the Real Problem 18:33 Exposing Assumptions and Filters in Project Plans 22:21 A Personal Example of Misreading a Situation 25:10 How Beliefs Shape What You Notice in a Room 27:35 Why Limitation Is More Dangerous Than Fear 32:02 Building a First Responder Mindset and Holding Poise 36:07 Identity and Defining Yourself 40:37 Parenting Practices That Build Resilience in Kids 43:17 End of Interview 43:42 Andy Comments After the Interview 47:47 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Andrew and his work at GetWarriorTough.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 448 with Marie-Helene Pelletier. It's an insightful discussion on resilience and burnout, and I think it would be a great follow-up to this discussion with Andrew. Episode 477 with Jess Baker. She's a business psychologist and coach who offers a refreshing perspective on how to increase your resilience at work and in life. Episode 398 with Dr. Neha Sangwan. It's an episode that will give you another perspective on avoiding burnout for you and your teams. Level Up Your AI Skills Join other listeners from around the world who are taking our AI Made Simple course to prepare for an AI-infused future. Just go to ai.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com. Thanks! Pass the PMP Exam This Year If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free, and it's a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. I'd love to help you get your PMP this year! Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader–that's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of people like you who are committed to transforming our ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than 5 minutes a week. And it's all for free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thanks! Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Resilience, Stress Management, Decision Making, Mindset, Emotional Regulation, Stakeholder Management, Communication, Self-Leadership, Identity, Team Performance The following music was used for this episode: Music: Imagefilm 034 by Sascha Ende License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Synthiemania by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Send us a textIn this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Doug Smith kicks off part one of his annual reflection series, sharing the most significant lessons he learned in 2025 and how they're shaping his leadership in 2026. Drawing from his year-end review process, Doug offers honest insights on health, family, leadership presence, fatherhood, faith, and the unseen weight leaders carry.⏱️ Episode Breakdown00:00 – Why Doug does a year-end review every year02:00 – Lesson 1: Taking ownership of your health before it's too late05:00 – Lesson 2: Big families are a gift worth fighting for08:30 – Lesson 3: Your presence as a leader matters more than you think11:00 – Lesson 4: The lifelong impact of being an intentional parent14:00 – Lesson 5: The tension between progress and preservation16:00 – Lesson 6: One day you'll become a king—but not for the reasons you think18:30 – Lesson 7: Not every battle deserves your energy21:00 – Lesson 8: Want more *for* people than you want *from* them23:00 – Lesson 9: Being the voice of leadership, not just the position24:00 – Lesson 10: Leading well when life isn't fairResources Mentioned:Fathered by God: Learning What Your Dad Could Never Teach You by John EldredgeExperience Jesus. Really: Finding Refuge, Strength, and Wonder Through Everyday Encounters with God by John EldredgeWhy Do Black Christians Vote Democrat? – Phil Vischer (Video)Family TeamsGerald Brooks Leadership Podcast

What does it really take to lead with courage in environments that were not built for you? Gretchen Gagel, PhD, a trailblazer with four decades of experience in the construction industry, shares what she has learned about unconscious bias, the importance of male allies, and what it takes to create truly safe and inclusive workplaces. We also explore Gretchen's concept of grounded self-leadership, rooted in courage, humility, and critical thinking, and her bold vision for the International Institute for Women in Construction, a Global Institute dedicated to accelerating the success of women in construction, mining, and energy. This conversation is practical, hopeful, and deeply encouraging for leaders in any industry. Gretchen has degrees in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA, and a PhD in Leadership, Organization Culture, and Change. She's the former Chair of Brinkman Construction and the author of a new book, Building Women Leaders: A Blueprint for Women Thriving in Construction.  You'll discover: The real barriers women still face in construction and similar industriesWhy male allies play a critical role in inclusive leadershipHow grounded self-leadership strengthens confidence and credibilityWhat zero-tolerance cultures look like in actionHow research, storytelling, and convening leaders can drive lasting changeCheck out all the episodesLeave a review on Apple PodcastsConnect with Meredith on LinkedInFollow Meredith on TwitterDownload the free ebook Listen Like a Pro

Send us a textOur key issues for 2026:1. Mental Health Goes Operational Mental health is no longer fringe in workers' comp. Our real challenge now is operationalizing access to timely, evidence-based mental health care so it supports recovery instead of becoming a barrier.2. End of Healthcare Subsidies = Cost Shifting RiskWith federal funding changes, i.e., the loss of funding tied to healthcare subsidies and the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), watch closely for cost shifting into workers' compensation, a pattern the industry has seen before.3. CMS Civil Monetary Penalties. This is a brand-new layer in the Medicare Secondary Payer landscape. CMS is expected to release CMP documentation in March. 4. Complex Claims = The Biggest Opportunity.  Early identification of red flags, faster access to evidence-based care, and better education for claims professionals prevent complexity → chronicity → runaway costs.5. Presumptions Are Expanding. Presumptions continue to shift the burden of proof to employers, especially for PTSD, firefighter cancer, and potential infectious disease claims, with high cost and policy implications. 6. Employee Well-being & “Quiet Cracking.” Quiet cracking, marked by disengagement, burnout, and feeling stuck, is emerging as employees remain overloaded and unsupported. Organizations that treat wellbeing as a core risk management strategy see stronger engagement, faster recovery, and lower overall costs.⚡ Rapid-Fire WatchlistDEI & Diversity – Organizations that lean into diversity perform better and attract stronger talent.Education & Mentorship – The next generation of WC professionals needs mentorship from experienced leaders. Explore mentor/mentee programs. Artificial Intelligence (AI) – It's time to embrace adaptation. Education is key to using AI wisely. Challenge yourself to adapt as AI is changing rapidly and becoming more integrated in our daily lives. Self-Leadership as a Core Competency – Especially for claims professionals. Self-leadership improves empathy, self-regulation, and decision-making.California Premium Increases – California is an outlier worth watching as other states stabilize or decline.

Building Resilience, Confidence, and Human ConnectionIn this episode of Leading Through Crisis, John Kippen, a professional magician + resilience and empowerment coach, shares his powerful story of surviving a life-threatening brain tumor, living with facial paralysis, and rebuilding confidence through creativity, magic, and human connection. He and Céline unpack practical tools for emotional regulation, mindset shifts, and navigating uncertainty without fear. This conversation is a profound reminder that resilience is built and crisis can become an opportunity for growth and impact.Whether you're a business owner, executive, or leader navigating uncertainty, change, or burnout, this episode will challenge you to rethink failure, step outside your comfort zone, and reconnect with what truly matters.Key topics covered:▪️Leading through crisis vs. long-term adversity▪️Building resilience and emotional regulation under pressure▪️Confidence, failure, and mindset in leadership▪️The power of authenticity and human connection▪️Turning personal crisis into purpose and impactA special offer for our listeners…

Why do we procrastinate, overspend, or neglect habits we know matter? In this episode, UCLA professor Hal Hershfield reveals how our connection (or lack of connection) to our future selves shapes everything from health and finances to ethics and life satisfaction. Drawing on decades of research, Hal introduces practical tools—including reverse time travel, temptation bundling, and vivid imagination exercises—that help close the gap between intention and action. This conversation is equal parts science, story, and strategy for anyone who wants to live with more agency and hope.Memorable Quotes“It involves thinking about trade-offs between now and later, and thinking about sort of balancing out our happiness and our satisfaction over time between the version of us who exists right now and the version of us who exist in the future.”“People change, and we change much more than we expect to. And the reason I think that that's not something to fear is because it means that we have some control over our lives. It means that we can become different versions of us, we can change aspects of ourselves.”“It may be scary at first to recognize that my life could look different in 10 years than I expect it to be. But the reality that we know from decades of research is that as a human being, we're quite good with grappling with change. We're quite resilient. We have a healthy, what's called ‘psychological immune system,' which basically means we can sort of fend off the changes that we don't want and sort of learn to live with the way that life has become.”“What the research has found is that if we make the process of achieving a goal more fun, more enjoyable, more pleasurable, we're just—and this shouldn't surprise anybody—we're a lot more likely to stick it out.”“If we want to spur action, if we wanna take some agency, we not only need to think about the way that we want things to look differently, but we also need to figure out what's the contrast between now and later? And what are the—and this is really important—what are the overcomeable obstacles?”“There's lots of little things where we can cut corners and, you know, we get some gain in the present, but we might get punished in the future. And what we've found in several papers is that the people who feel connected to their future selves are actually more likely to, to take this sort of more difficult but ethical path.”“That's the irony of procrastination. It hurts while we're procrastinating. It hurts after we procrastinated too…[We can instead think] ‘I don't wanna do it now. There's a good chance I'm not gonna wanna do it in the future, so I might as well just do it now.' Just do it and eliminate all that feeling of negativity along the way.”“We can take anything that feels like it's painful, unpleasant, et cetera, and pair it with something that's a temptation.”Key TakeawaysYou Have Agency. Life will always include uncertainty and unpredictable events, but your responses and daily choices still matter.The Present Is Loud. The Future Is Abstract. Making the future more concrete helps counteract our tendency to overvalue short-term comfort.Three Common Mistakes Sabotage Progress. Getting stuck in the present, under-planning, or projecting today's feelings too far forward can derail growth.Reverse Time Travel Makes Goals Feel Closer. Starting in the future and working backward reveals obstacles—and opportunities—you'd otherwise miss.Temptation Bundling Reduces Friction. Pair necessary habits with enjoyable experiences to increase follow-through without relying on grit alone.Small Choices Compound Into Identity. Your future self isn't created in one moment—but in thousands of ordinary ones.Resourceswww.halhershfield.com Your Future Self: How to Make Tomorrow Better Today (Book)This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Let's talk about the relationship between visibility and self-leadership. In this quick conversation on The Debra Shepherd Podcast, I discuss why I believe it's important to focus on self-leadership if you are a leader, entrepreneur, or business owner who wants to build their visibility.   Visibility is a critical leadership skill and visibility starts with you. Join me for this quick conversation on The Debra Shepherd Podcast.  SHOW NOTES   Get all episode show notes here:   www.debrashepherd.com.au/debra-shepherd-podcast   CONNECT WITH DEBRA www.debrashepherd.com.au Instagram @_DebraShepherd   Work With Debra

What happens when two podcasters decide to slow down, join forces, and have the kind of conversation many leaders are quietly craving right now? This week, I am doing something I have never done before. I am collaborating with my friend and colleague, Dr. Robyne Hanley Dafoe, on a shared episode that will be available on both our podcasts. This is not an interview swap or a highlight reel. It is a real, unscripted conversation between two women who care deeply about leadership, resilience, and what it actually takes to stay grounded in a world that feels loud, divided, and emotionally exhausted. We talk openly about why self-leadership feels harder right now, why so many capable people feel stuck waiting for permission, and why caring leadership cannot stop at the edges of our organizations. Together, Dr. Robyne and I explore the connection between values, self-worth, perfectionism, and hope. We explain why hope is often dismissed as unrealistic, even though science suggests it may be one of the most practical tools we have. We also reflect on what it means to lead when you are tired, under-resourced, and still figuring things out yourself. You will hear us wrestle with real questions leaders face every day. How do you stay steady without pretending you are fine? How do you care for others without abandoning yourself? How do you build resilience without turning it into another performance metric? And how do hope, compassion, and self-leadership actually show up in daily choices rather than big statements? This conversation is personal, reflective, and deeply human. It is for leaders, caregivers, parents, and professionals who are trying to do good work without burning out. If you have ever felt pulled between responsibility and self-preservation, or wondered how to stay unshakable without becoming hardened, this episode is for you.  I look forward to your listening, reflection, and sharing what resonates most with you.   

Welcome to Follow Your Gut. Daily Anchors.I'm Juniper, and I'll be guiding you in this daily embodiment practice for grounding, expansion, and self-leadership.Today's anchoring practice is about gratitude, affirmation, and intention. Not as concepts, but as daily practices that change how your body experiences life.So often, especially when we are healing or supporting our child or someone we love through healing, our attention becomes very zoomed in. We focus on what's wrong, what needs to change, what feels hard, what still isn't better yet.This makes sense. Our brains are wired to look for problems to solve.But when we live only in that zoomed-in space, we unintentionally give more power to what feels broken than to what is actually working. And over time, that keeps the nervous system in a state of vigilance instead of safety.Gratitude is one of the most powerful ways to gently zoom out.Not to bypass the pain.Not to pretend things are perfect.But to remind your body that life is happening right now, and there is more here than just what feels hard.Gratitude creates safety.And safety is what allows affirmation to actually land in the body.As you come out of this practice, take a moment to gently set your anchors for the day.Today, I commit to nourishing my body with microbiome friendly food and abundant water.Today, I choose to support my mind, brain, nervous system, and liver with my rebalancing or maintenance supplements.Today, I trust that I am safe, and that everything is always working for me.And today, I will choose one small action that supports the life I am affirming.Let this practice orient your day and remind you that alignment is built through small, consistent choices.May your heart feel supported, your body feel safe, and your intuition lead your day.Trust your body. Follow your gut. Thanks for listening! I would love to connect with you ♡ Subscribe to the Nourished Newsletter Explore the Gut Rebalance Kits Visit our FAQ's Follow along on a Instagram Take the free Gut Health Quiz Email us at customercare@onleorganics.com Sending love and wellness from my family yours,xx - Juniper BennettFounder of ōNLē ORGANICS

Your job is not your identity—and believing it is may be costing you your energy, joy, and leadership longevity. In this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, burnout coach and author Elisha Meek breaks down how high achievers unknowingly trap themselves in burnout through perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control. She shares practical tools to reclaim purpose without quitting your career, including her Brains-Body-Soul 5-5-5 reset and the power of identity diversification.Timestamps: 00:00 – Why your title is not your identity 02:00 – Elisha's burnout “lightning bolt” moment 05:30 – Hidden signs of burnout leaders ignore 10:00 – Identity diversification explained 14:30 – Control, perfectionism, and people-pleasing 21:30 – When strengths become career-limiting 27:00 – The Brains-Body-Soul 5-5-5 reset 33:00 – Why breakthroughs rarely happen alone 38:00 – One micro-step to reclaim purpose 42:00 – How to break up with burnout before it breaks youConnect with Elisha Meek: Website: elishameek.com Instagram: @elisha.meek LinkedIn: @ElishaMeek Facebook: @Elisha Meek CoachingJoin the Book Launch Team of her upcoming book, Breakup with Burnout breakupwithburnout.elishameek.com/launchCall to Action: Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a leader who needs permission to stop burning out in silence.  PODCAST      VIDEOCASTSupport the show

So many high-achieving women have mastered strategy, performance, and resilience—yet still feel disconnected from their power, caught in patterns that no longer serve them, or driven by identities they've outgrown. True feminine power doesn't come from doing more or pushing harder; it comes from clarity, self-leadership, and the ability to consciously choose how we show up in the world.   In this powerful episode of The Art of Feminine Negotiation, Cindy Watson sits down with Riana Malia to explore Identity, Self-Leadership, and the Neuroscience Behind Feminine Power. Riana Malia is an Identity Architect for High-Achieving Women™, a sought-after speaker, and the visionary creator of the Clear to Create™ Method and Quantum Pattern Protocol™—two transformative frameworks that have helped hundreds of women clear emotional residue, rewire subconscious patterns, and reclaim the love, life, and legacy they were always meant to live. Named one of NY Weekly's Top 30 Empowering Women Entrepreneurs to Watch in 2025, Riana brings a unique blend of neuroscience, identity work, and feminine leadership to the conversation. Together, Cindy and Riana unpack how understanding who you truly are—and how your brain is wired—can radically shift the way you lead, negotiate, and show up in every area of your life. If you're ready to step into deeper self-leadership and harness the science-backed power of your feminine identity, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Together, we unpack: What are the identity levels? The connection between neuroscience, somatics, and feminine power and leadership? How does reframing our self view can change how we negotiate our best life, negotiate success, self-worth, and love. How does somatic and subconscious reprograming can fill the gap? 72 hour transformational process What is Extraordinary Love Index or ELI? And many more! Learn more about Riana Malia: Website: rianamalia.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RianaMalia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rianamalia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rianamalia/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rianamalia If you're looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life. Check out our website at www.artofFeminineNegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you.   Get Cindy's book here: Amazon   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 EBook   https://www.amazon.com/Art-Feminine-Negotiation-Boardroom-Bedroom-ebook/dp/B0B8KPCYZP?inf_contact_key=94d07c699eea186d2adfbddfef6fb9e2&inf_contact_key=013613337189d4d12be8d2bca3c26821680f8914173f9191b1c0223e68310bb1 Barnes and Noble   https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-art-of-feminine-negotiation-cindy-watson/1141499614?ean=9781631959776 CONNECT WITH CINDY: Website: www.womenonpurpose.ca Website: www.practicingwithpurpose.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/womenonpurposecommunity/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womenonpurposecoaching/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/thecindywatson Show: https://www.womenonpurpose.ca/media/podcast-2/ X(Twitter):  https://twitter.com/womenonpurpose1 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@hersuasion Email: cindy@womenonpurpose.ca

If you feel like there's a gap between the person you are and the person you know you could be, this episode is for you.In this conversation with Karen Mattar, we explore what really keeps people stuck in the same patterns year after year and why motivation, willpower, and “trying harder” so often fail.This episode is about outgrowing a life that no longer fits, rebuilding confidence through self-respect, and becoming someone who actually follows through on the promises they make to themselves. Not through pressure or self-control, but through identity, leadership, and alignment.If you've ever thought “I know I'm meant for more” but struggled to close the gap between intention and action, this conversation will help you understand why, and what needs to change.This episode is for the person who:• Feels like they've outgrown their current life• They're tired of starting over every year• They struggle with consistency and follow-through• They want habits that last, not another motivation spike• They're ready to become the person they keep visualisingTrust this episode will find you when it's meant to!CONNECT WITH OUR GUEST

In this episode of Acta Non Verba, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Denny Giamazzo, leadership and resilience speaker, veteran, and author of the new bestselling book "Wired for Action." Denny shares his powerful journey from childhood trauma and foster care to becoming an infantry sergeant and successful software sales professional. This raw conversation explores authentic leadership principles forged in combat and tested in the corporate world, emphasizing the importance of taking action, building the right network, and leading with both strength and empathy. Episode Highlights: 1:08] - Overcoming Adversity Without Special Operations Background Denny discusses why he almost didn't write his book, feeling his story wasn't "special" enough without a Green Beret or SEAL background. His mentor John Doolittle convinced him that his relatability—surviving childhood abuse, foster care, and combat—makes his message even more powerful for everyday people facing their own battles. [10:05] - The Leadership Lesson That Changed Everything Fresh into a leadership role before deploying to Afghanistan, Denny shares his critical mistake of leading without empathy. He reveals the turning point when he learned that demanding respect doesn't work—you have to earn it by showing your team you genuinely care about them while maintaining high standards. [34:22] - Nearly Dying Before Deployment Denny recounts the harrowing story of almost dying twice during surgery from an infected wisdom tooth extraction at the end of basic training. This medical emergency kept him from deploying to Iraq but gave him time to earn his sergeant stripes ahead of peers who did deploy. [50:03] - The Power of Strategic Networking Denny explains why he turned down multiple introductions to Nick Lavery before finally meeting him in person at a speaking event. He emphasizes that networking isn't about kicking down doors or DMing everyone—it's about being strategic, adding value, and doing it the right way. Denny Giamazzo is a leadership, resilience, and business engagement speaker, bestselling author, and U.S. Army veteran (11 Bravo Infantry). Born two months premature and raised in foster care after experiencing childhood abuse and losing his mother to AIDS, Denny defied statistical odds to serve his country and build a successful career in software sales at companies like Oracle and Workday. He co-hosts the "Be the Standard" podcast and is a key member of Nick Lavery's Forge community. His new book "Wired for Action" is currently #1 in the military category on Amazon. Learn more about the gift of Adversity and my mission to help my fellow humans create a better world by heading to www.marcusaureliusanderson.com. There you can take action by joining my ANV inner circle to get exclusive content and information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Summary In this episode, Andy talks with Lynn Smith, former NBC News, MSNBC, and CNN Headline News anchor, executive communication coach, and author of Just Keep Going. Lynn is best known for helping Fortune 500 leaders turn pressure into presence, but her newest book takes an unexpected form: a children's story about fear, resilience, and perseverance. That surprising choice is exactly what makes this conversation so relevant for leaders. Andy and Lynn explore why the same fears that stop CEOs are often the ones that show up in kids, how our inner critic or "Brain Bully" shapes behavior under pressure, and why the goal is not to eliminate fear but to metabolize it. Lynn shares deeply personal stories about rejection, family influence, and the lessons she learned growing up that shaped her approach to leadership and communication. You'll also hear practical techniques leaders can use to calm their nervous systems, give feedback that actually helps instead of harms, and model resilience for their teams and families. If you lead people or projects and want practical insights on emotional intelligence, confidence, and navigating fear, this episode is for you. Sound Bites "The one trait and the one skill that separates us from success is resilience. If you can acquire that skill, you will be successful. Hard stop." "Your greatest failure can be in service of somebody else." "We are biologically wired for fear. Trying to delete it is a fool's journey." "Bravery is doing something even if you are afraid." "How you show up within one tenth of a second is defining you for your audience." "Feedback leads to growth. Criticism feeds the brain bully." "When we calm our nervous system, we can make better decisions." "There's a mouse in all of us that needs the reminder to just keep going." "Ending what doesn't serve you is not quitting." "Fear often shows up as stress, pressure, or imposter syndrome, but it's the same circuitry." "Resilience is the greatest gift we can give our kids and our teams." Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:45 Start of Interview 01:55 Family Influence and Early Experiences 06:45 Recognizing the Brain Bully 12:28 Learning Resilience Over Time 14:08 Giving Feedback That Helps Instead of Hurts 15:50 Metabolizing Fear Instead of Eliminating It 20:05 Rejection and the Origin of the Book 23:00 Strategies from the Book for Big Feelings 26:15 The Business Equivalent of Jumping Up and Down 28:50 When Just Keep Going Does Not Apply 31:50 How Lynn and Her Team Help Leaders 34:10 End of Interview 34:47 Andy Comments After the Interview 37:30 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Lynn and her work at LynnSmith.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 462 with Margie Warrell, about going from playing it safe to speaking up. Episode 397 with Dr. Julia DiGangi, a discussion Andy continues to revisit for practical insights. Episode 394 with Joshua Freedman, one of the leading voices on emotional intelligence. Level Up Your AI Skills During the episode, Andy mentions the importance of preparing for an AI-infused future. Join other listeners from around the world who are taking our AI Made Simple course. Just go to ai.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com. Thanks! Pass the PMP Exam If you or someone you know is thinking about getting PMP certified, we've put together a helpful guide called The 5 Best Resources to Help You Pass the PMP Exam on Your First Try. We've helped thousands of people earn their certification, and we'd love to help you too. It's totally free and a great way to get a head start. Just go to 5BestResources.PeopleAndProjectsPodcast.com to grab your copy. Join Us for LEAD52 I know you want to be a more confident leader. That's why you listen to this podcast. LEAD52 is a global community of leaders committed to transforming their ability to lead and deliver. It's 52 weeks of leadership learning, delivered right to your inbox, taking less than five minutes a week, and it's all free. Learn more and sign up at GetLEAD52.com. Thank you for joining me for this episode of The People and Projects Podcast! Talent Triangle: Power Skills Topics: Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Resilience, Fear Management, Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Feedback, Confidence, Self Leadership, Team Culture, Project Leadership The following music was used for this episode: Music: Summer Awakening by Frank Schroeter License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Tuesday by Sasha Ende License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this 2026 edition of Experiencing Healthcare, we open the year with a deceptively simple leadership question: who's the hardest person to lead? The answer isn't a teammate—it's yourself. Through humor, real-world CEO moments, and hard-earned reflection, Matt unpacks why self-leadership is often overlooked, how boundaries are actually discipline in disguise, and why emotional regulation is the foundation for every decision you make—especially in a “heavy” industry like healthcare. The takeaway: if you want to lead others well this year, start by leading you with intention.

Struggling to follow through on weight loss goals? You're not broken. You're learning how to lead yourself here. In this episode, Lia breaks down the three biggest mistakes women make with weight loss goals and the self-leadership shift that builds self-trust, sustainability, and real follow-through. Do you know there are 3 different types of overeater? Find out which one you are by taking my FREE QUIZ:  ➡️https://liapinellicoaching.com/quiz Let's Connect: Ready to take this work deeper? Join me inside The Fempire, where we make transformation feel effortless. ➡️ https://www.liapinelli.com/weight-loss-coaching

Why does it feel like everything is falling apart, even as our lives get materially easier in so many ways? Michael Hyatt talks with author and cultural thinker Virginia Postrel about why progress becomes invisible, how nostalgia for the “good old days” distorts reality, and why modern change moves unevenly.They explore why humans crave beauty and meaning (not just function) and how AI is reshaping the future of work. A clear theme emerges throughout the wide-ranging conversation: change is inevitable, and how we respond matters. Resilience, margin, and an entrepreneurial mindset make all the difference.If you've felt powerless against “big systems,” this episode is a reminder that innovation is often personal, practical, and close to home: start where you are, solve what you can, and expect the unexpected.Memorable Quotes“The issues of character never go away. They are eternal human questions, and we forget because we have sort of nostalgic views of the past.”“Even the smartest AI can't figure out what people want—what people are dissatisfied with. And a lot of innovation comes from that. We tend to focus on big technologies. And even big technologies come from a lot of incremental improvements… A lot of improvements come from people saying, ‘I'm dissatisfied with this,' or ‘Here's something I figured out.'”“Human beings don't just value function. They value pleasure, and they value meaning, and pleasure and meaning are things that are very much conveyed through the look and feel of objects or places.”“Agency is problem-solving. It's you solving problems in your life, or whatever that might be—and it's sort of reversed, too, which is that if you assume that it's someone else's job to solve your problem, you sort of give up your sense of agency.” “A lot of leadership is figuring out what gifts individuals have and getting them moving in the right direction… A big part of leadership as problem-solving is people problem-solving—getting people in the right roles and thinking about how those roles mesh.”“Expect that you're going to be in a world that changes, because that's the world we live in. It's the world we've been living in for hundreds of years. The other thing is: understand this didn't start with you. Other people have gone through amazing and scary and terrifying changes, and our civilization has lived to tell the tale.”Key TakeawaysProgress Becomes Invisible Quickly. We normalize improvements fast—and forget what life used to require in drudgery, time, and basic comforts.Change Is Uneven: Bits vs. Atoms. Software accelerates rapidly, while physical-world progress (like housing) can be slowed by policy, cost, and complexity.Dynamism vs. Stasis Shapes How We Face the Future. Some people see change as positive-sum opportunity; others experience it as zero-sum threat.Agency Grows Through Problem-Solving. When we assume “someone else” must fix things, we trade away our sense of control and possibility.Resilience Requires Margin. Financial cushion, emotional bandwidth, and community support help you absorb shocks and adapt.Entrepreneurship Is Bigger Than Business. You can be “entrepreneurial” by starting groups, building community, or solving everyday problems—not just launching companies.Resourcesvpostrel.com (Website)vpostrel.substack.com (Substack Newsletter)The Future and Its Enemies (Book)The Substance of Style (Book)The Power of Glamor (Book)The Fabric of Civilization (Book)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/yCMHIdYYS-AThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Leading others doesn't begin with a title—it begins with self-leadership. Too many men chase influence, authority, or recognition before they've learned how to lead themselves. That's where imposter syndrome creeps in—of course you're not as good yet; leadership isn't a destination, it's a discipline. It's not just tactical execution or getting things done—it's service, responsibility, and the relentless pursuit of getting better. Leadership at home, leadership with your kids, leadership over your own habits and standards. In this episode, I talk with leadership expert, Kipp Sorensen. Today, we break down the three traps of self-leadership that quietly sabotage men: the Victim, the Persecutor, and the Rescuer, the dark side of influence, how to get your own wishes and desires met, how to be aware of "polite manipulation," and why honoring agency (yourself and others) is the key to leading well. SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 - Why Self-Leadership Comes Before Leading Others 03:10 - Can Everyone Be a Leader? Mindset vs Skillset 06:15 - Why Ryan Rejects "Imposter Syndrome" 09:00 - Parenting, Projection, and Self-Awareness 12:55 - Jiu-Jitsu, Ego, and the Cost of Pretending 17:45 - Where Men Struggle Most With Self-Leadership 18:05 - The Victim Mindset Explained 22:10 - The Hidden Payoff of Victimhood 26:00 - Taking Ownership and Closing the Integrity Gap 30:30 - Why We Justify Our Worst Behaviors 37:00 - The Persecutor Trap in Leadership 44:15 - How to Have Hard Conversations Without Blame 46:35 - Why Performance Is Emotional, Not Technical 51:20 - The Rescuer Trap and "Nice Guy" Leadership 56:10 - Why Difficulty Is Required for Growth 01:00:40 - Stress as a Catalyst for Learning 01:03:40 - Alignment, Leadership, and Kipp's New Mission Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready

This anchoring practice is about creating a daily habit of tuning into your nervous system with curiosity.A few years ago, one of my mentors shared something that has stayed with me. You don't want to attune to your nervous system only when life gets hard or everything feels like it's falling apart. You want nervous system hygiene. A daily relationship. A practice of checking in before you're overwhelmed, reactive, or exhausted. So that when life does get hard, you don't find yourself upside down and completely shaken.Because this is how we change generational patterns.Not in the hot moments of crisis.Crisis will happen. Life will inevitably get hard but this is not the time to try to figure out your nervous system. You don't learn how to anchor a boat for the first time in the middle of a storm. When you've practiced anchoring in calm waters, you intuitively know how to respond when things get rough.It's pretty easy to move through life when things are going well. When our health feels stable, our kids are okay, our relationships feel calm, and life isn't asking too much of us.Our strength isn't tested when life is easy. It's tested when something feels uncertain. When a symptom shows up. When a child is struggling. When we're exhausted, overwhelmed, or carrying more than we know what to do with.And in those moments, most of us instinctively look outward for support. For answers. For something to fix or soothe what we're feeling.But one of the most powerful shifts we can make is realizing that the greatest support isn't external. It's internal.It's the relationship you have with your own body. It's whether you know how to check in. It's whether you can notice what's happening inside of you before you're pushed into reaction.This is what we are doing in this practice.Just learning how to be with yourself, consistently, so that when life gets hard, you know how to loving sit with yourself and respond with confidence instead of reacting with fear.This practice is about connecting your own dots and getting curious about how your system speaks.Thanks for listening! I would love to connect with you ♡ Subscribe to the Nourished Newsletter Explore the Gut Rebalance Kits Visit our FAQ's Follow along on a Instagram Take the free Gut Health Quiz Email us at customercare@onleorganics.com Sending love and wellness from my family yours,xx - Juniper BennettFounder of ōNLē ORGANICS

Send us a textIn this New Year's episode, Kendra Corman gets candid about why she's heading into 2026 tired, excited… and fiercely committed to one word: no. After a 2025 defined by “forge” (building, growing, expanding), a family crisis and an overload of opportunities forced her to re-evaluate sustainability, boundaries, and what it really takes to preserve creative focus.Kendra shares the behind-the-scenes story of her year—what went right, what went sideways, and why the systems and people you build now are what save you later. What 2025 Taught Kendra About Growth and OverloadKendra went into 2025 with momentum, capacity, and big goals—and hit them hard.A strong first quarter with focused, energized work timeA goal of 25 speaking gigs that turned into 35+ eventsMovement on major business projects, including a second edition of her bookA huge personal “yes”: becoming a full-time assistant professor at Rochester Christian UniversityThe Moment Everything ChangedA serious fall and ICU stay for Kendra's mom pulled her into months of caretaking and travel.What stood out most wasn't just the disruption—it was the proof that what she'd built actually held up:Her assistant (Carol) triaged inboxes, managed tasks, and kept clients supportedSystems like Asana and strong relationships prevented a total business collapseThe experience reinforced how vital support structures are—even for solopreneursKendra realized: capacity isn't just about time. It's about what you've built to hold you when life happens.When “Forge” Turned into “Fracture”Even with major wins, Kendra stretched too far.Weeks with multiple speaking events, including one with four in a single weekDrift from a 4–5 day workweek back to 7 daysFeeling like she was working constantly but not moving forwardBook revisions stalled, and recovery time evaporatedThe truth she landed on: success without boundaries becomes burnout in disguise.Why “No” Is Her Word of the Year (Again)Kendra revisits a tool that once helped her escape burnout in 2022: saying no first.So in 2026, “no” is back as the guardrail.Her challenge to listeners:Block vacations nowProtect pre- and post-travel buffersPut the important stuff on the calendar before it gets crowded outKey TakeawaysSystems and support are what keep your business stable when life interrupts.Saying yes is exciting—but on Looking to leverage AI? Want better results? Want to think about what you want to leverage?Check and see how I am using it for FREE on YouTube. From "Holy cow, it can do that?" to "Wait, how does this work again?" – I've got all your AI curiosities covered. It's the perfect after-podcast snack for your tech-hungry brain. Watch here

In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer shares her reflections on the most important books she read in 2025. With a focus on behavioral economics and psychology, Melina categorizes her top picks into seven key themes, showcasing the insights and lessons that shaped her understanding throughout the year. Listeners will discover a diverse range of books, from foundational texts like Lucky by Design by Judd Kessler, which explores choice architecture, to Ask This Book by Vicky Tan, an interactive guide to better questioning. Each category highlights a top book and an honorable mention, offering a comprehensive overview of impactful reads that can enhance both personal and professional growth. As you tune in, consider how these books might inspire your own journey in understanding the psychology of decision-making and improving your business strategies. Melina also provides resources for further exploration, including a supporting article that lists all the featured books and links to additional materials on her website. In this episode: Explore the top books in the categories of Foundations, Asking Better Questions, Productivity and Goals, Self Leadership, Leadership of Others, Experience, and Pricing and Sales. Learn about the importance of choice architecture and how it influences decision-making. Discover the value of asking better questions in both personal and professional contexts. Gain insights into leadership dynamics and the impact of power on decision-making. Understand how to create engaging customer experiences and effective sales strategies. Get important links, top recommended books and episodes, and a full transcript at thebrainybusiness.com/557. Looking to explore applications of behavioral economics further?  Learn With Us on our website. Subscribe to Melina's Newsletter Brainy Bites.  Let's connect: Send Us a Message Follow Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube The Brainy Business on Instagram

Welcome to Follow Your Gut. Daily Anchors.I'm Juniper, and I'll be guiding you in this daily embodiment practice for grounding, expansion, and self-leadership.I have been on my own personal growth journey for a really long time. I've spent years learning and healing, expanding, unlearning, and rebuilding myself, and something I've really come to notice is that so many of the tools for growth today move incredibly fast. There is so much information, so many practices, so many insights coming at us all the time, and while so much of it is beautiful and so powerful, I've found it harder and harder to actually create the space to embody what I'm moving through.Personally, I have been craving an anchoring practice, something I can return to every day. And originally, this was something I was just going to record for myself as a voice note on my phone. But as I went to press record, I had this very clear, intuitive knowing that this isn't meant to be just mine. That it isn't just me feeling this way. As women, as mothers, and really as humans living in the world right now, our bodies were never designed for the pace we're moving at. We're processing more information, making more decisions, and holding more emotional weight than ever before, and without something steady to return to, it's easy to feel unanchored, even when we're doing all the right things.Welcome to Daily Anchors.This is designed to be a daily practice that you return to once a day for two weeks at a time. Each practice stays the same on purpose, because repetition is how the body learns safety, and safety is where real growth happens.When you come back to the same practice each day, you begin to notice how you're changing, even though the words don't. You begin to embody the work instead of just understanding it.This practice is for you if you are a mother awake in the middle of the night, holding your child and worrying about their health or development. It's for you if you're navigating your own health and feel overwhelmed by how much there is to know. It's for you if you're building something, becoming someone new, or standing at the edge of your next season and wanting a way to stay grounded as you grow.You can listen first thing in the morning before anyone else in your house is awake. You can come back to it in the middle of the day when you feel scattered. You can make it part of your bed time routine or in the middle of the night when you are awake wishing you could sleep. There is no right time. This is meant to fit into real life.At the end of each practice, I'll guide you through a few simple daily anchors.I'm dedicating every other Follow Your Gut Podcast episode to this practice, for you and for me. I'll be doing these right alongside you, and so will everyone on the ōNLē team.This is not about doing more. It's about creating space to actually embody the woman you're becoming.Thanks for listening! I would love to connect with you ♡ Subscribe to the Nourished Newsletter Explore the Gut Rebalance Kits Visit our FAQ's Follow along on a Instagram Take the free Gut Health Quiz Email us at customercare@onleorganics.com Sending love and wellness from my family yours,xx - Juniper BennettFounder of ōNLē ORGANICS

Send us a textIn this powerful episode of The Starter Girlz Podcast, host Jennifer Loehding sits down with Dr. Nicole Garritano, a fractional leadership advisor, former nurse practitioner, and academic leader, to unpack her deeply personal journey from burnout to alignment and how self-leadership became the turning point.After years of high achievement, overcommitment, and redefining success through external validation, Nicole faced a wake-up call that changed how she approached leadership, health, and identity. In this conversation, she shares how burnout revealed the gaps in traditional leadership models and why learning to lead yourself first is the foundation for sustainable success, emotional intelligence, and long-term well-being.This episode blends evidence-based leadership, nervous system regulation, and real-life transformation, offering practical tools for entrepreneurs, women leaders, founders, and professionals who want to succeed without sacrificing themselves in the process.What You'll Learn in This Episode:✅ What burnout teaches us about leadership and why it's not a failure✅ Why self-leadership must come before leading teams or businesses✅ How identity shifts can support healing, growth, and clarity✅ The role of the nervous system in emotional intelligence and decision-making✅ Simple, practical tools to regulate stress, manage energy, and prevent burnout✅ How to move from hustle-driven achievement to purpose-driven alignment✅ Why redefining success is essential for modern leadershipWhether you're navigating burnout, building a business, leading a team, or redefining your next chapter, this conversation will help you reconnect with what truly matters and lead from a place of alignment instead of exhaustion.Why You Should Watch:If you've ever felt successful on the outside but depleted on the inside, this episode is for you. Dr. Nicole's story and insights will help you recognize burnout signals early, develop stronger self-awareness, and adopt a leadership style that supports both performance and well-being. If conversations about self-leadership, personal transformation, women empowerment, burnout recovery, and aligned success resonate with you, make sure to subscribe to the channel, leave a comment, and share this episode with someone who needs it.Your support helps us continue sharing meaningful, transformative conversations like this one.

Welcome to the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast! In today's episode, we're talking about how to master leading yourself so you can reach your ultimate goals.Krystal Shimmel is a business and leadership consultant and the founder of Shimmel Operational Solutions. She helps leaders and business owners turn vision into measurable growth by creating structure, building high-performing teams, and establishing operational excellence from the inside out.With a people-first approach, Krystal believes effective leadership begins with self-leadership. Drawing on her experience in healthcare, operations, and leadership development, she guides entrepreneurs, startups, and organizations to strengthen confidence, improve communication, and build systems that scale without burnout.Connect with Krystal Here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577249365568Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shimmel_operational_solutions/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/krystal-shimmel-mha-bscls-ascp-cm-082573208TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@operational.sosWebsite: www.operationalsos.comGrab the freebie here: Message "Checklist" on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577249365568===================================If you enjoyed this episode, remember to hit the like button and subscribe. Then share this episode with your friends.Thanks for watching the Personal Development Trailblazers Podcast. This podcast is part of the Digital Trailblazer family of podcasts. To learn more about Digital Trailblazer and what we do to help entrepreneurs, go to DigitalTrailblazer.com.Are you a coach, consultant, expert, or online course creator? Then we'd love to invite you to our FREE Facebook Group where you can learn the best strategies to land more high-ticket clients and customers. QUICK LINKS: APPLY TO BE FEATURED: https://app.digitaltrailblazer.com/podcast-guest-applicationDIGITAL TRAILBLAZER: https://digitaltrailblazer.com/

If you're a single woman feeling pressure to have everything figured out at the start of the year, this episode is for you. In this episode of Single, Not Spiraling, Lauren de-influences New Year and January pressure, unpacks hustle culture and wellness overload, and explores how single women can slow down, think critically, and lead their lives with intention. This conversation is about decentering urgency, trusting your own timing, and choosing growth without burnout.Stay connected here Connect with me on Instagram  Please email me here: Lauren@ohyeahcoaching.comApply for coaching HEREWould You Date You? FREE guide

What if the real barrier between you and the life you want isn't strategy… but self-leadership?In this episode of Dare to Be Free, we explore the deeper, embodied meaning of self-leadership — not the corporate version, but the kind that determines your capacity for wealth, freedom, and alignment.You'll learn how self-abandonment shows up in everyday decisions, why most “money problems” are actually self-trust problems, and how choosing yourself becomes the foundation for a liberated life.If you're ready to stop outsourcing your power and start leading yourself into the life you want — this episode is your invitation.✨ Want more insights on creating a life of wealth, pleasure, and freedom? Join my weekly newsletter at carriebradley.com.

Why do high-achievers feel perpetually behind, even while consuming more content than ever? In this conversation, Pat Flynn explains the trap of “overlearning” and how it quietly keeps us stuck in motion without progress. You'll learn how to shift from “just-in-case” learning to “just-in-time” learning, create real momentum with a simple four-step framework, and protect what matters most with practical boundaries. Along the way, Pat shares how these principles helped him build multiple successful businesses (including a Pokémon channel with millions of followers) without sacrificing his family, health, or joy.Memorable Quotes“We all, in a way, are not just our overlearning, but we're getting over-inspired. We're so connected with so many amazing people out there who teach us this and push us over here, and then we're pulled over this way. We're spread so thin it's we're we're not seeing any results in our own life.”“Now we all have access to all the same kind of information, but we're still treating it as if it's scarce…However, we now live in a buffet line of information… and we're not quite evolved to absorb all of this because we're stuffing our plates full. Not only are we getting bloated and and and slowed down, but we're also getting force-fed on these platforms.”“This is the difference between ‘just-in-case learning,' which is what we've all been doing, and ‘just-in-time learning,' which is learning what you need to know to just take that next step. Because truly the action of taking that next step, the results of that one way or another—whether there are good results or bad results—can teach you so much more than just absorbing this information and never taking any action at all.” “[Silence] allows me to be with myself and to digest the things that I've already learned, to think about my priorities and the things I've already committed to. It allows me to make creative connections between things that I have already picked up instead of just getting more puzzle pieces to try to figure out where they go.”“I mean I was always taught that again, ‘The more you know the more successful you'll be,' and there's always seemingly opportunities to inject more of that learning. And it has this sort of fake productivity that goes along with it, because it is only truly productive, in my opinion, when you actually put into action those things that you do read or listen to or watch.”“At our authors retreat, a theme across most of the people there was not optimizing for revenue, not optimizing for scale, but optimizing for peace. And that was huge to think about.”“If I give myself five months to learn, I'm gonna take five months to learn it. If I give myself five hours to learn, I'm gonna take five hours to learn it. So I almost use time as a tool to help me get to the point of action and then understanding sooner.”“I've developed this rule called the 20% Itch Rule, and that is, out of all the things you do, 80% of your time is dedicated to the things you've already committed to, the things that, the responsibilities you have, the things that you've already said, yes to. The last 20% of time, allocate for curiosity, for play, for experimentation.”Key TakeawaysOverlearning Is a Hidden Productivity Trap. Constant consumption creates a sense of progress without producing results—and often adds more “to-dos” than your life can hold.Shift from “Just-in-Case” to “Just-in-Time.” Learn only what you need for the next step, then take action. Real learning accelerates through doing.Use the 4-Step Lean Learning Cycle. Identify the next step → choose one resource → implement → review. Repeat.Silence Helps You Digest What You Already Know. Pat's “silent car” habit creates space for integration, creativity, and clarity.Watch for “Junk Sparks.” Many ideas are just distractions dressed up as opportunity—especially when algorithms reduce the friction to buy, click, or binge.Try the “20% Itch Rule.” Dedicate 80% of your time to current commitments and responsibilities, and reserve 20% for curiosity, experimentation, and play—without blowing up your life.Optimize for Peace, Not Scale. More revenue isn't always worth the hidden cost. A Double Win means there's still room for what makes you feel most alive.ResourcesSmart Passive Income (Pat's Business)Superfans (Book)Lean Learning (Book)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/aLp6hHTrYQsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

As we close out the year, let's spend some time reflecting on 2025 to acknowledge our challenges and celebrate our wins. We will then set goals for 2026 so we can lead through our year with intention and set ourselves up to celebrate what we want 12 months from now.This is about Self Leadership - becoming the best versions of ourself for us and those around us.If you are looking to dive in further for Self and Team Leadership, follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sukenjain/If you are looking for support on setting and reaching your most important goals, message me on LinkedIn or email me at suken@synergysyncsolutions.com

Reflection can be uncomfortable, especially when the year did not go the way you planned.In this episode, I walk through why reflection is meant to create clarity, not self-punishment. The last month of the year often magnifies comparison, pressure, and second-guessing, but none of those move you forward. What does move you forward is learning the lesson, releasing the shame, and continuing to take action anyway.We talk about why you do not need a new year to create a new outcome, why readiness is a myth, and why discipline and consistency matter more than motivation. Whether this year felt successful, disappointing, or somewhere in between, your experience still holds value if you extract the lesson without letting it define you.In this episode, you will learn how to:Reflect without turning the past into regretSeparate emotion from execution while honoring bothDrop shame without avoiding accountabilityBuild momentum through small, consistent actionsFinish the year strong without burnout or pressureMove forward with clarity instead of comparisonThis conversation reframes reflection as a tool for alignment, not judgment. Progress does not require perfection, a fresh calendar, or the right feeling. It requires one decision, one action, and the willingness to move forward differently.Take the lesson. Drop the shame. Keep moving.Beyond The Episode Gems:Subscribe To My New Weekly LinkedIn Newsletter: Strategize. Market. Grow.Buy My Book, Strategize Up: The Blueprint To Scale Your Business: StrategizeUpBook.comDiscover All Podcasts On The HubSpot Podcast NetworkGet Free HubSpot Marketing Tools To Help You Grow Your BusinessGrow Your Business Faster Using HubSpot's CRM PlatformSupport The Podcast & Connect With Troy: Rate & Review iDigress: iDigress.fm/ReviewsFollow Troy's Socials @FindTroy: LinkedIn, Instagram, Threads, TikTokSubscribe to Troy's YouTube Channel For Strategy Videos & See Masterclass EpisodesNeed Growth Strategy, A Keynote Speaker, Or Want To Sponsor The Podcast? Go To FindTroy.com 

In this episode, Bob Chonka and Jon Grannis of Sollah Interactive chat with us about one of the biggest issues facing organizations today: Are leaders truly equipped to guide their teams through challenging times and whatever comes next? You'll hear: - How leadership expectations have shifted with the rise of millennial leaders- About the impact of technology on communication, and why relevance, realism, and relatability matter more than everWe explore the role of healthy conflict, why unresolved tension creates dysfunction, and how organizations can build cultures where communication, collaboration, and psychological safety thrive.Finally, we discuss: - FOBO (the fear of becoming obsolete), especially among older generations- How to break knowledge-hoarding behaviors- Why mistakes should be leveraged instead of punished-Why microlearning courses are the future of developing soft skills in a fast-paced, distracted workforceWhether you lead a team, run an organization, or simply want to future-proof your career, this episode delivers practical, immediately applicable insights for staying strong, relevant, and equipped for whatever challenges come next.---Sollah provides fast, flexible workplace compliance and soft skills training solutions. We design for all training platforms and modalities, helping organizations aim their message, fulfill their learning goals, and achieve performance improvement by taking into account their audience, implementation needs, and ultimate performance objectives.Learn more at sollah.com and connect with them on all social platforms @sollahinteractive.

Beauty and the Beast PT and S&C podcast returns with Episode 80: Self trust, self belief, and self leadership with Coach Melissa Shevchenko”Melissa and I discussed the journey of coaching, the impact of diet culture, and the importance of mindset in achieving personal health goals. Melissa shared her experiences with yo-yo dieting and how she transitioned to a more sustainable lifestyle. We explored the significance of self-awareness, emotional eating, and the interconnectedness of life stressors and exercise. The conversation emphasized the need for self-trust, setting realistic goals, and the benefits of strength training for longevity. Ultimately, highlighting the importance of meeting oneself where they are in their fitness journey.Takeaways- Melissa Shevchenko emphasizes the importance of mindset in coaching.- Yo-yo dieting and diet culture can lead to unhealthy relationships with food.- Self-awareness is crucial for recognizing patterns that hinder progress.- Stress and emotional eating are interconnected and need to be addressed.- Setting small, achievable goals builds self-trust and confidence.- Life stressors impact exercise and nutrition choices significantly.- Strength training is essential for women as they age.- Meeting clients where they are is key to effective coaching.- Consistency in small actions leads to significant results over time.- It's important to listen to your body and understand its needs.

As Australia begins new social media age restrictions, many parents are feeling the pressure to tighten control or worry about what this shift will mean for their children. In this repost of Reclaiming Calm Leadership in the Digital World, Jenny Brown invites us to take a different starting point: effective leadership begins with managing ourselves, not our children.This episode offers a steady, practical perspective on staying calm, clarifying our values, and guiding our family thoughtfully through digital change.New Blog:https://parenthopeproject.com.au/australia-social-media-age-16-parenting-guide/Newsletter-https://parenthopeproject.com.au/#newsletter Youtube-http://www.youtube.com/@ParentHopeProject Facebook-https://www.facebook.com/coachingparents Instagram-https://www.instagram.com/parenthopeproject/ LinkedIn-https://www.linkedin.com/company/79093727/admin/feed/posts/ Website-https://parenthopeproject.com.au/ Contact us: Contact@parentproject.com.au (02) 9904 5600

Do you ever feel like you're doing "all the right things" in your fitness, tracking the macros, hitting the workouts, following the plan... yet you still can't stay consistent? Are you tired of feeling stuck, unmotivated, or frustrated that your effort isn't translating into the results or momentum you want? In today's episode, we're breaking down the real issue most high achievers overlook: the way they lead themselves. Not their diet. Not their training. Their self-leadership. You'll learn the 5 CORE Tenets of Self-Leadership that help you show up with more… ✨ OWNERSHIP ✨ ENERGY ✨ FOCUS ✨ DISCIPLINE ✨ MOMENTUM …so you can finally lead yourself the same way you lead others. We'll explore why people follow your example—not your words—how to shift from PUSH motivation to PULL motivation, how to attack your problems with energy instead of tolerating them, and how small wins create massive identity shifts. Tune in to learn how elevating your self-leadership is the fastest way to transform your body, your mindset, and your ability to truly Conquer the Day.

Joining me on this episode is Aimee Bateman, a self-leadership coach and speaker, about her journey from corporate recruitment to empowering women in leadership roles. Aimee shares her experiences of starting a YouTube channel to help job seekers during the financial crisis, transitioning to building an e-learning platform, and ultimately focusing on self-discovery and personal growth. T Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Aimee Bateman 01:50 Aimee's Journey from Recruitment to Coaching 04:41 The Transition from Corporate to Self-Leadership 10:08 The Quest for Identity and Self-Discovery 12:51 Empowering Women in Leadership 15:39 Deep Conversations and Inner Work 20:48 Understanding Values and Self-Leadership 23:49 Blind Spots and Coaching Insights 24:06 The Gender Gap in Venture Capital 28:50 The Importance of Personal Development 32:45 Identifying Core Values 36:51 Self-Discovery and Inner Values 40:09 Becoming Unstoppable Through Self-Awareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Message me your 'Takeaways'.We reflect on a defining year, the risks that clarified purpose, and the choice to prioritize a life that feels true over a business model that no longer fits. We share the plan to lead visibly, from training and events to a forthcoming framework for building a stronger 2026.• shifting formats and why today is unscripted• 2025 as a hinge year and growing confidence• finding purpose through trying and feedback• choosing identity over easy money• closing the academy and honoring energy• 58 marathons, touring, book, documentary• business as a vehicle, not the destination• helping men build body, mind, purpose, confidence• sharing training programming with the community• learning to say no and protect focus• quantifying goals and planning 2026• inviting listener goals and questionsDo the whole comment, like, share, subscribe, all those thingsStep into 2026 with clarity, confidence, and direction. My one-on-one coaching is a high-performance transformation across health, mindset, relationships, and leadership. Only 2 spaces open at the end of this year. Apply now before they're gone:APPLY NOW Support the showTake the "Self Leadership" Scorecard: HERE Follow Lachlan:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lachlanstuart/YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lachlanstuart91Website: https://themanthatcanproject.com/Newsletter: https://lachlan-stuart-tmtcp.ck.page/profileDo Something Today To Be Better For Tomorrow

Join Ben Kinney, Chad Hyams, and Bob Stewart as they explore the journey from ordinary to extraordinary on the Win Make Give podcast. Discover strategies for self-leadership, financial intelligence, and building a legacy, all framed through an inventive Chutes and Ladders analogy. Gain insights into habits, models, and systems that foster personal growth, leadership, and wealth creation. Whether you're looking to enhance your financial IQ or develop lasting relationships, this engaging episode promises valuable wisdom and practical tips to propel you toward a winning mindset and lifestyle. ---------- Connect with the hosts: •    Ben Kinney: https://www.BenKinney.com/ •    Bob Stewart: https://www.linkedin.com/in/activebob •    Chad Hyams: https://ChadHyams.com/ •    Book one of our co-hosts for your next event: https://WinMakeGive.com/speakers/ More ways to connect: •    Join our Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/winmakegive •     Sign up for our weekly newsletter: https://WinMakeGive.com/sign-up •     Explore the Win Make Give Podcast Network: https://WinMakeGive.com/ Part of the Win Make Give Podcast Network ---------- 00:00 Strategies for Winning and Avoiding an Average Life 06:07 The Winning Roadmap: Self Leadership and Leading Others 14:18 Mastering Sales Through Experience and Effective Communication 18:01 Achieving Financial Freedom Through Increased Financial IQ 21:34 Nostalgia and Media Memories from Childhood 23:21 Creating Wealth, Freedom, and Legacy Through Self-Leadership

Why do leaders jump so quickly to giving advice? And why does it so often backfire? In this episode, Michael Bungay Stanier explains why the “advice monster” is one of our biggest leadership liabilities—and how seven simple questions can help you listen better, coach smarter, and build stronger connections. Filled with humor, story, empathy, and practical scripts, this episode is a masterclass in everyday leadership.Memorable Quotes“When you ask a question and they actually have to think about it, you're literally creating new neural pathways in their brain—or at least they're creating their own neural pathways—so they're literally becoming smarter right in front of you.”“More deeply than an ‘answer,' much of the time people want to feel deeply heard, deeply seen, and deeply encouraged. And your ‘answer' often means they feel less seen, less heard, and less encouraged.”“One of the great moments of claiming adulthood is being clear on what you want to say ‘yes' to—and knowing that inevitably you have to say ‘no' to things to get that.”“Every time you jump in with your ideas and your opinions and your advice—particularly if it's your default reaction—you're basically reinforcing, ‘I'm better than you are. I'm smarter and wiser and older and faster and just generally better than you. You are not as good as I am.' There's a degree to which you're diminishing that other person rather than helping them.”“There's a time and a place where [giving advice] is the right thing to be doing. The way I define coaching is: Can you stay curious a little bit longer? Can you rush to action and advice-giving a little bit more slowly?”“One of the phrases I've started saying to people who are going through a tough time is simply, ‘I'm Team Michael. I'm Team Megan.…I'm Team whoever that person might be.' It's my way of saying, ‘I love you and I want the best for you, and I don't even know what to do—or I can't think of anything to do—so I'm just trying to be with you in this moment.'”“One of the questions that I've found most helpful—particularly if I'm the more senior person in the relationship—is: ‘What needs to be said that hasn't yet been said?'”Key TakeawaysThe “Advice Monster” Is Real. Our instinct to help by offering answers often diminishes others. Curiosity, not certainty, is what truly empowers people.Questions Create Ownership. When people generate their own ideas, they're more confident, more committed, and more capable.Seven Questions Change Everything. Michael's practical framework gives you a simple playbook for better conversations. His personal favorite? “And what else?”Curiosity Deepens Every Relationship. Parents, partners, bosses—everyone benefits when you resist the urge to fix and choose to listen instead.Better Conversations Start With Permission. Rather than assume what someone needs, lead with humility and ask: How can I be most useful here?Coaching Is for Everyday Life. You don't have to be a professional coach for this to matter. These tools transform team meetings, parenting moments, and even difficult conversations at home.ResourcesThe Coaching Habit by Michael Bungay StanierThe Advice Trap by Michael Bungay StanierHow to Work With (Almost) Anyone by Michael Bungay StanierBox of Crayons (Curiosity-driven leadership program)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/WOjq8aMbr5kThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

What separates overwhelmed leaders from unstoppable high-performers? In this episode of the Grow For It Podcast, executive coach, keynote speaker and LinkedIn Top Voice Lisa Goldenthal breaks down the true foundations of high performance—and why self-leadership is the key to everything. Lisa reveals how elite executives leverage emotional intelligence, protect their energy, avoid burnout, and stay consistent using her signature BOSS Method. She also opens up about her entrepreneurial journey, the massive pivot she made in 2020, and the discipline required to build a coaching business that actually lasts. If you want to lead with clarity, execute at the highest level, and grow without burning out, this conversation is filled with actionable insights you can apply immediately. In this episode, you'll learn: 1-How emotional intelligence drives high-performing teams 2-Why self-leadership is the foundation of long-term success 3-Tools to avoid burnout and protect your energy 4-How Lisa became a LinkedIn Top Voice through years of consistency 5-Strategic planning frameworks for leaders who want true execution 6-Why authenticity and joyful content cut through the noise 7-How AI boosts productivity without replacing human connection 8-What it takes to build a coaching business that lasts 9-Habits and morning routines elite performers use daily 10-Leadership tools for ending team drama and communicating clearly

We'd love to hear from you! Send us a text!Episode 172:In this episode, April breaks down the powerful truth behind the quote: “Your behaviors reflect what you're committed to.” As we wind down 2025, we explore how your daily actions — not your intentions — reveal what you value, prioritize, and choose over and over again.April shares:Why behavior is the truest indicator of commitmentHow to identify hidden commitments sabotaging your goalsThe difference between dreaming a new life and behaving your way into oneSimple recalibration practices to align your actions with the future you wantA gentle challenge to help you realign one daily behavior this weekPerfect for anyone craving more integrity between who they say they want to be and how they're actually showing up.Support the showGet DEEPER with April & The Paradigm U Team. Connect with Us HERE.Love the Episode? Please Leave us a Review on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/skis-saloon-virtual-bar-podcast/id1535050128-----------------------------------Get Exclusive Access to Premium Content through our "Good Karma Club"Click Here to Join the Club *Access to Bonus Content begins January 2026

You know how the saying goes, "trust your intuition"? It sounds great — until you're staring at your meal plan, second-guessing your symptoms, and wondering why you still don't feel like yourself. This episode is about self-leadership — and how Human Design gives you a practical path back to trusting your judgment, body, and energy again. We'll unpack what self-leadership really means, the subtle ways we learn to override it (even with "good" advice), and how each of the seven Human Design Authorities offers a tangible, practical approach to building that trust again — one decision at a time. This isn't about ignoring input or never asking for support. It's about becoming the kind of person who knows how to hear themselves — and lead themselves — even in the noise. In this episode: What self-leadership is (and isn't) Why wellness culture often disconnects us from our inner compass Seven ways Human Design helps you stop outsourcing your decisions The difference between following intuition vs. understanding your Authority READ THE SHOW NOTES WORK WITH ME CONNECT ON INSTAGRAM JOIN THE COMMUNITY

JOIN THE 7 DAY RESET - ▶️ www.therebuiltman.com/7dayreset   In this powerful episode of The Rebuilt Man Podcast, Coach Frank Rich tackles one of the most important questions a man can ask:   "What kind of man am I becoming?"   If you've been battling pornography, inconsistency, lack of purpose, or the feeling that you're living beneath your potential, this episode is for you.   Frank exposes the hard truth behind relapse and identity: The real battle isn't against lust, temptation, or dopamine; it's against the version of you that settles.   In this episode, you'll discover the Rebuilt Man philosophy, why most traditional methods fail (blockers, willpower, prayer without discipline, and 12-step dependency), and how true transformation happens when a man rebuilds identity, discipline, and self-leadership from the inside out.   Frank also breaks down the Reboot Your Life 12-Week Framework, a proven system designed to help men take control of their mind, body, habits, purpose, and leadership.   If you're tired of surviving and ready to become the man God created you to be — lean in.   Key Takeaways The real question is: What kind of man are you becoming?   You're not fighting dopamine — you're fighting the weaker version of yourself.   A Rebuilt Man leads himself first before leading his family and calling.   Freedom begins with structure, predictability, and simple systems.   Service is the hallmark of true masculinity — not self-absorption.   A weak body leads to a weak mind — fitness and discipline matter.   Growth happens through discomfort, not escape.   The finish line isn't quitting porn — it's becoming a man you respect.   You don't need more willpower — you need a path, brotherhood, and guidance.   The world doesn't need more "sober" men — it needs Rebuilt Men.     Join the Brotherhood   If you're ready to stop fighting alone and step into a container built for growth, support, and freedom:   ➡ Join The Rebuilt Man Skool Community — Free 7-Day Trial www.TheRebuiltMan.com/7dayreset   Inside you'll gain access to: Daily accountability Weekly coaching The 7-Day Reset The 12-Week "Reboot Your Life" Framework And a brotherhood of men who refuse to quit   – Follow Coach Frank: IG - https://www.instagram.com/coachfrankrich   YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@CoachFrankRich   Website - https://www.rebuiltrecovery.com/homepage  

Most people think being “strong” means defending every point. But defensiveness is often what destroys clarity, connection, and influence. In this episode, Kwame and Shermin Kruse explore Stoic Empathy — the skill of staying grounded, aware, and emotionally balanced even when conversations get difficult. Shermin shares how to control your reactions, absorb emotional “hits,” and respond with intention instead of instinct. If you want to stay calm under pressure, lead with confidence, and navigate tough moments without losing yourself, this conversation will change everything. Connect with Shermin Kruse Buy the Book: Stoic Empathy The Road Map to a Life of Influence, Self-Leadership, and Integrity

In this punchy, no-nonsense episode of WholeCEO with Lisa G., Lisa drops the leadership truth bomb most executives avoid: people don't leave companies — they leave leadership energy leaks.   With Gallup reporting that 70% of turnover ties back to leadership behavior, Lisa brings in someone who sees it all from the inside: executive recruiter Mitch McDermott. After years of hearing the real reasons top performers quit, Mitch breaks down the emotional, energetic, and behavioral patterns behind today's talent exodus.   Inside this conversation, you'll learn: 1-Why EQ + energy beat perks every time — and how "energy leaks" quietly push high performers out. 2-Why people don't quit paychecks — they quit pressure, misalignment, and emotional exhaustion. 3-The misunderstood leadership behaviors that quietly destroy retention. 4-How the BOSS Method™ (Boost EQ, Optimize Energy, Strengthen Mindset, Self-Leadership) solves turnover at the root — not the surface. 5-Why fixing culture isn't about fun, perks, or branding — it's about presence, emotional intelligence, and real alignment. 6-How leadership transformations create hiring synergy, team stability, and a culture people never want to leave.   If you're a CEO, founder, or HR leader who's tired of losing good people, this episode hits hard — and hands you the roadmap. Empathy can't be automated. Presence can't be delegated. Leaders who win in 2026 will be the ones people choose to stay for.

What if the key to leading others with empathy… is learning how to lead yourself first?Today's guest, Heather Younger, is here to show us how self-leadership isn't just a personal development buzzword — it's the foundation of truly impactful, caring leadership that achieves real ROI. As a global expert on active listening and workplace culture, Heather has helped Fortune 100 companies transform the way they engage employees—starting from the inside out.In this episode, we learn about Heather's journey as a culture bearer and customer experience professional, what self-leadership is, and why it matters - why doing the inner work helps you lead with grace and drive results, and why treating employees with care isn't just a moral choice but a business strategy that drives innovation and performance. She shares powerful examples and offers actionable first steps to help you lead more effectively, take ownership of your career, make smarter choices, and advocate for yourself.To access the episode transcript, go to www.TheEmpathyEdge.com, search by episode title.Listen in for…What self-leadership is and why it matters.How can you change your office culture to an empathy-driven culture?The power of getting curious within yourself.The power of giving and receiving feedback within your sphere of influence. "Take back your own power to lead yourself in the way you, intuitively, already know you're supposed to be doing." — Heather R. YoungerFrom Our Sponsor: Keynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game-changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariaross About Heather R. Younger: CEO, Keynote Speaker, Author:Heather R Younger, J.D., CSP, is a trusted contributor to leading news outlets, like Forbes, Fast Company, Bloomberg, NBC, and ABC, and one of the world's leading experts on Caring Leadership® and active listening at work. She is the visionary Founder and CEO of Employee Fanatix, a preeminent employee engagement and workplace culture consulting firm for Fortune 100 companies. Employee Fanatix conducts annual research on workplace culture, relying on employee voices for what is relevant now, to help companies redefine their culture strategy. Heather has personally read over 30,000 employee surveys and facilitated over 100 employee focus groups, including her signature “Art of Active Listening Sessions.”With over 25 years of successful management of teams, she has worked in customer experience, sales, and large account management for multi-million dollar accounts and multiple industries such as tech, staffing, healthcare, professional services, the public sector, and the financial sector. She's a renowned keynote speaker, drawing insights from current data and putting into practice what she teaches in her Caring Leadership Transformation Model™.Heather is an award-winning leader in the area of Employee Engagement, as recognized by Inspiring Workplaces, is a LinkedIn Learning course partner, a 3-time bestselling author, a TEDX speaker, and the host of the popular Leadership With Heart Podcast.Connect with Heather:Employee Fanatix: heatheryounger.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/heatherryounger Facebook: facebook.com/HeatherRYounger Instagram: instagram.com/heatherryoungerofficialX: x.com/HeatherRYounger Her new book: The Art of Self-Leadership Connect with Maria:Get Maria's books on empathy: Red-Slice.com/booksLearn more about Maria's work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake the LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaFacebook: Red SliceThreads: @redslicemariaKeynote Speakers and Conference Trainers: Get your free Talkadot trial and enjoy this game changer for your speaking business! www.share.talkadot.com/mariarossGet your copy of The Empathy Dilemma here- www.theempathydilemma.com

We were all taught how to eat and move and exist in our bodies. The “shoulds” that you learn from your parents, diet/wellness/fitness culture, magazines, media, movies, family and friends can keep your nervous system stuck in a sympathetic response.When you live in chronic stress or survival states, your system prioritizes safety over sensation. That means you may default to habits that feel familiar and not ones that feel nourishing. You may be engaging in “healthy” acts and feel absolutely horrible because they are not what your body may resonate with or need.Yet, let's normalize that following rigid food or exercise rules can feel stabilizing. This is because they reduce uncertainty. Safety can then get connected to the felt sense of rigidity, where all other feedback from your body about what it needs for flow, play, and long term safety gets drowned out.Exploring what would feel best to you and your present day body can be a journey into self leadership. In this week's episode, I chat with Courtney Townley, health and self-leadership coach, speaker, host of the top-rated Grace & Grit podcast, and author about: Her 4-part Consistency Code frameworkSelf leadershipThe misconceptions of self care and wellnessThe impact of societal expectations on womenNavigating stressPractical steps toward self leadershipYou can also read the transcript to this week's episode ​here​: www.stephaniemara.com/blog/revolutionize-your-health8 days left to get 30% off my Somatic Eating® Intensive! You can learn more and purchase below with the coupon code SEI30.https://www.stephaniemara.com/learn#coursesWith Compassion and Empathy, Stephanie Mara FoxKeep in touch with Courtney:Websites: www.graceandgrit.com www.theconsistencycode.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracegrit/Book: The Consistency Code: https://amzn.to/3Kia4EMSupport the showKeep in touch with Stephanie Mara:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_stephaniemara/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stephaniemarafoxWebsite: https://www.stephaniemara.com/https://www.somaticeating.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephmara/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stephaniemarafoxContact: support@stephaniemara.comSupport the show:Become a supporter: https://www.buzzsprout.com/809987/supportMy favorite water filter: https://www.pureeffectfilters.com/#a_aid=somaticeatingReceive 15% off my fave protein powder with code STEPHANIEMARA at checkout here: https://www.equipfoods.com/STEPHANIEMARAUse my Amazon Affiliate link when shopping on Amazon: https://amzn.to/448IyPl Special thanks to Bendsound for the music in this episode. ...

Self-Leadership: The Essential Strategy Most Leaders Forget In this episode, I sit down with wellness pioneer and author Bija Bennett to explore a simple truth: you can't lead others well if you're not leading yourself. We talk about why so many leaders burn out, how constant digital noise disconnects us from our own thinking, and why slowing down isn't indulgent—it's strategic. Bija shares powerful ideas on self-awareness, emotional clarity, and what she calls “analog wellness,” practical habits that help you stay grounded, focused, and effective for the long run. If you're feeling stretched thin or struggling to find space to think as a leader, this conversation will give you a fresh, much-needed reset. Listen in and learn:• Why self-leadership drives long-term performance• How stillness and silence improve decision-making• Why awareness, not hustle, is a leader's biggest advantage• How to break the burnout cycle and lead with clarity Connect with Bija Bennett: Bija Bennett's website -> https://www.bijab.com/ Bija Bennett on Instagram -> https://www.instagram.com/bijab/?hl=en Bija Bennett on LinkedIn -> https://www.linkedin.com/in/bijabennett/ Sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cadre of Men⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Farrow Skin Care⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Salty Sailor Coffee Company⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leader Connect⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Qualified Leadership Series⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ____ Get all of Jon Rennie's bestselling leadership books for 15% off the regular price today! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unlock the secrets to peak performance and human-centered leadership with Mark C. Crowley, a trailblazer in the field and bestselling author, as he joins the "Do Good to Lead Well" podcast. Discover how prioritizing employee well-being over conventional engagement metrics is transforming organizations globally. Mark's latest book, "The Power of Employee Well-Being," challenges the status quo by asking us to redefine what team flourishing really looks like while providing an evidence-rich and practical roadmap to make it happen.Our conversation begins by encouraging organizations to shift from outdated annual engagement surveys to the immediacy of pulse surveys, uncovering their impact on leadership accountability and organizational responsiveness. Mark also highlights the necessity of leadership commitment to move beyond performative measures, ensuring initiatives are authentic and impactful.As hybrid workspaces become the standard, we discuss the critical importance of fostering connection and a sense of belonging, regardless of physical location. From maintaining and deepening the quality of relationships through regular one-on-one meetings to using office time to build social ties, we explore strategies for hybrid success. Plus, with the rising influence of AI, we emphasize the need for transparency and empathy in workforce management, ensuring that technological advancements do not compromise our humanity. Join us in this enlightening episode full of actionable, scientifically supported insights and strategies for leaders committed to driving success by leveraging the power of employee.What You'll Learn- The importance of prioritizing employee well-being in leadership.- How pulse surveys can provide valuable insights into employee satisfaction.- The vital role of leadership commitment in realizing the power of employee well-being.- Strategies for successfully managing hybrid workplaces.- The transformative impacts of AI on modern workplaces.- The role of authentic engagement in driving organizational success.Podcast Timestamps(00:00) – The Failure of Employee Engagement(09:27) - Transforming Organizations Through Pulse Surveys(16:40) - The Impact of Employee Well-Being(21:18) - Friendship and Belonging at Work (102 Seconds)(36:40) - Leading With Love in Leadership(44:24) - Creating Connection in Hybrid Workplaces(50:24) – Employee Well-Being in an AI WorldKEYWORDSPositive Leadership, Human Leadership, Employee Well-Being, Organizational Success, Engagement Surveys, Pulse Surveys, Workplace Happiness, Hybrid Workplaces, AI, Transparency, Leading with Empathy, Continuous Learning, Fostering Connection, Increasing A Sense of Belonging, Remote Work, Self-Leadership, CEO Success

Why do some ideas spark movements while others fizzle? Joel—author of The Idea Machine, veteran publisher, and Chief Content Officer at Full Focus—explains how books transform vague thoughts into precise, shareable frameworks. You'll hear the case for analog reading, how writing unlocks buy-in at work, and why AI and books actually belong together. Practical, contrarian, and deeply encouraging for any high achiever who wants clearer thinking and better communication.Memorable Quotes“Ideas that start in the mind of an author as just kind of a gooey, fuzzy idea. And in the course of writing, it forces them to get clear on it. It forces them to get specific about it and develop it in a way that actually becomes useful.”“Not only can these ideas live in a way that we can understand them, but they can live through time. And that's one of the greatest things about a book—that it perpetuates ideas across time.”“It forces you to get clear. It forces you to develop an argument. It forces you to develop a line of thought that other people can follow. And without that, you're kind of left with a grab bag of ideas that are probably cool. They're great, but they're not in a system that can be used or explained or anything like that.”“I think this is true for leaders. They have a lot of personal charisma and people want to follow them, but that's not enough. You really do have to go to the discipline of getting these ideas clear for yourself so that they can be clear to other people.”“Part of what we've done is we've just de-skilled ourselves in reading and we just need to re-skill ourselves in reading.”“Never read a book 'cause you're supposed to. Read books because they delight. You read books because they're entertaining to you. Read books because you get something out of it that you really like.”Key TakeawaysBooks Are Tech. Treat books as an information technology that lets ideas scale with precision and longevity.Writing Creates Clarity. If you want buy-in, don't rely on vibes—write the memo. Make your idea explicit and specific.Right Format, Right Job. Use audio/ebook for breadth and speed. Reach for print when you need depth, notes, and recall.AI Is a Companion. From library science to today's models, AI extends the book's mission—use it to augment (not replace) critical thinking.Build a Daily Reading Habit. Aim for 30–60 minutes a day (top and bottom of day works). Follow your curiosity. Quit the books that don't serve you.ResourcesThe Idea Machine by Joel J. MillerMiller's Book Review (Joel's Substack)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/e36acyYWBnMThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound