Podcasts about self leadership

In this transformative conversation, Piers Cross speaks with Corey Corpodian — author, orthodontist, and host of the Unleash Success Podcast — about how to master your emotions, build resilience, and lead with authenticity.After achieving every external marker of success, Corey found himself deeply unfulfilled. A life-changing health scare set him on a new path toward emotional fitness — a discipline of daily exercises that rewire the brain and strengthen mental and emotional resilience.Together, they discuss:How to transform emotional pain into purposeWhy EQ can be trained and strengthened over timeThe link between leadership, vulnerability, and emotional fitnessTools for reconnecting with your emotions after trauma or disconnectionHow to develop a growth mindset through consistent awareness and reflectionA conversation filled with science, story, and wisdom — for anyone ready to move beyond emotional survival and into emotional mastery.--- Piers is an author and a men's transformational coach and therapist who works mainly with trauma, boarding school issues, addictions and relationship problems. He also runs online men's groups for ex-boarders, retreats and a podcast called An Evolving Man. He is also the author of How to Survive and Thrive in Challenging Times. To purchase Piers first book: https://www.amazon.co.uk/How-Survive-Thrive-Challenging-Times/dp/B088T5L251/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=piers+cross&qid=1609869608&sr=8-1 For more videos please visit: http://youtube.com/pierscross For FB: https://www.facebook.com/pierscrosspublic For Piers' website and a free training How To Find Peace In Everyday Life: https://www.piers-cross.com/community Many blessings, Piers Cross http://piers-cross.com/

David Lion ist Somatic Business Coach und Embodiment Trainer. Er begleitet in seiner Arbeit Menschen dabei, sich selbst zu verkörpern, ihre innere Führung wieder wahrzunehmen und sich von ihr in ein freies, selbstbestimmtes und erfülltes Leben leiten zu lassen.Wir sprechen im Interview über Körperintelligenz und wie wir lernen, unsere verkörperte Realität feiner wahrzunehmen und ihr zu vertrauen. Um uns leiten zu lassen von unserer inneren Führungskraft in ein beruflich, partnerschaftlich und spirituell erfülltes Leben. In seiner Arbeit begleitet David Menschen dabei, in ihre Wirkkraft zu kommen und gleichzeitig mit ihrem Herzen verbunden zu sein. Um vom People Pleaser zum selbstbewussten Leader zu werden.Im Gespräch mit David erfährst du:Wie du People Pleasing hinter dir lässt und aus deiner authentischen Kraft heraus wirkstWie integratives Self-Leadership die Qualitäten Kraft und Liebe vereintWie du lernst, deinem Körper zu vertrauen, ohne seine Botschaften verstehen zu müssenWie du durch Eigenverantwortung frei wirstWarum Präsenz und Haltung oft wichtiger sind als Worte oder KonzepteLinks zur FolgeENERGETICS OF VISIBILITY: David's Online-Workshop – mit dem Code FIRSTSTEPS bekommst du 33% RabattSEEN & SOVEREIGN: David's Online-Kurs zu authentischer Sichtbarkeit im Business – mit dem Code 1000firststeps bekommst du 10% RabattInfos und Kurse: https://linktr.ee/davidlionInstagram: @somaticbizcoachdavidFacebook: David LionYoutube-Kanal von David Wenn dich diese Folge einen Schritt weiter gebracht hat, dann abonniere den Podcast und meinen Newsletter, um über meine Arbeit auf dem Laufenden zu bleiben. Es gibt Infos zu neuen Podcastfolgen, meinen wöchentlichen Meditationen, Coaching-Angeboten und mehr.Ich freue mich auch sehr, von dir zu lesen – teile deine Gedanken mit mir auf Instagram (@jakob.horvat) oder schick mir ein E-Mail an mail@jakobhorvat.com.Wenn du mithelfen magst, dass noch mehr Menschen davon profitieren, kannst du Thousand First Steps eine Rezension auf iTunes schreiben, deinen Freunden und Bekannten davon erzählen oder einen Screenshot in deiner Insta-Story posten.Schau auch gerne vorbei auf www.jakobhorvat.com für mehr Infos, dort findest du auch Links zu meinem Buch WELTNAH – Raus aus der Komfortzone, rein ins Leben, Vorträgen, Interviews und wertvolle Impulse für deine persönliche und spirituelle Weiterentwicklung.

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizWhat if the things that frustrate you most are actually guiding you where you're meant to go?In this episode, I open up about the unexpected lessons that came from leaving Boulder and moving to Colorado Springs, how what felt like resistance at first became one of the most transformative periods of my life. It started with a single decision made during the pandemic and led to a deeper understanding of purpose, community, and what it really means to live in alignment with your values.Every uncomfortable encounter, every judgment, and every lonely moment became a message I almost missed. There's a pattern in the chaos, a trail of breadcrumbs that leads you back to yourself. Sometimes the signs are subtle. The question is whether you're awake enough to see them.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[02:43] Why one unexpected move during the pandemic became a spiritual wake-up call[06:58] How a simple parenting choice revealed a deeper message about alignment and values[09:42] What happens when your surroundings mirror the beliefs you've outgrown[12:31] The moment judgment turned into connection[16:08] How learning to see beyond religion opened space for empathy and authentic community[18:42] The real reason resistance often signals a lesson in disguise[21:06] Why collective chaos can reveal personal purpose when viewed through a divine lens[24:17] How to tell when triggers are actually invitations to self-leadership[27:35] What it means to follow your own breadcrumbs toward a more conscious, intentional lifeFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

Are you having difficulty in a world where voices clamor for attention? Embracing the power of silence is the answer.** Learn to Practice advanced self-regulation and motivation **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.READY to Invest in Your Future?Request a Consultation:Dial: “1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation meeting. *I'll send you my Workbook “4 Months to Career Wisdom and Understanding” (At My Expense Also) as an Amazon Kindle e-book (a $9.95 value ) following our meeting.*TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm (EST) Evening and weekend appointments available.Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™ Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

In this podcast, Michelle shares how it's important to have systems in your life.>> habits>> routines>> rituals>> rhythmsall play crucial roles in creating a calm, harmonious and productive life!https://calendly.com/michelle-braveheartcoach/15min

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

Wer bist du, wenn keiner hinschaut – und alles schief läuft? In dieser Folge nehme ich dich mit behind the scenes meines ICONIC Events – und erzähle ehrlich, was passiert ist, als plötzlich alles anders lief als geplant. Ich spreche darüber, was echtes Leadership wirklich bedeutet: dich selbst zu halten, wenn dein Launch brennt, dein Ego laut wird und das Leben dich testet. Ich teile, wie ich mich in diesen Momenten navigiert habe, welche inneren Dialoge abliefen – und warum genau solche Momente die wahren Einladungen des Lebens sind, zu der Frau zu werden, die du dir wünschst zu sein. Diese Episode ist für dich, wenn du lernen willst, dich selbst zu führen – emotional, energetisch und im Business. Eine tiefe Transmission über Embodiment, Self Leadership und die Kunst, in deiner Power zu bleiben, wenn keiner hinschaut. Wenn du bereit bist, die Frau zu sein, die ihr Business hält – auch wenn es wackelt, auch wenn niemand klatscht, dann ist UNTAMED dein Raum, um dich in genau diese Version zu verkörpern. Let's stay connected: Instagram: sabine.spallek Mehr über meine Arbeit: beuntamed.de Wenn du Fragen, Anregungen zu der heutigen Episode hast, dann schreib mir eine Nachricht über Instagram. Ich freue mich auf dich!

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

In this insightful episode of The Elisha Show, Amb. Elisha sits down with leadership expert Dusty Holcomb — CEO, coach, and founder of the Arcqus Group — to explore how great leaders grow from within.

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizThat person isn't copying you. They're showing you something you haven't owned yet.In this episode, I delve into the distinction between shadow projection and mirror reflection, and why it matters for anyone who aspires to lead, heal, or simply act with greater integrity. We unpack the subtle ways projection hides in plain sight, how it sneaks into your reactions, and why it's often rooted in the parts of yourself you've pushed away.This isn't about blaming or fixing. It's about awareness, learning to recognize when your judgments are really mirrors, when your triggers are teachers, and when it's time to take back your power from what you've projected. Sometimes the hardest work isn't seeing others clearly, but seeing yourself without distortion. Once you start catching your own projections, everything changes, especially your peace.You'll Learn:[00:00] Introduction[01:48] What shadow projection really means and how it hides behind judgment[05:36] Why emotionally “informed” people often project the most without realizing it[07:12] The real reason others trigger you, and what it reveals about your inner work[09:45] How mirror reflection helps you see your strengths and wounds more clearly[11:33] The subtle ways wanting validation or being “seen” can expose hidden shadows[13:02] What feeling “not enough” actually signals about self-worth and authenticity[15:21] Why overpraising others can be just as revealing as criticism[18:47] The difference between constructive feedback and projection in disguise[21:40] How to spot, own, and integrate your projections so you stop giving away your peaceFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

When there's much discomfort at the office, shift your perspective to find comfort in God's hands.** Learn to Develop the Proven ability to manage oneself to maximize performance **Remember: With Jesus as your guiding light, the sunshine is always bright.READY to Invest in Your Future? Request a Consultation:Dial: “1-833-My Stoicess” (1-833-697-8642) to schedule an “At My Expense” initial No-Obligation meeting. *I'll send you my Workbook “4 Months to Career Wisdom and Understanding” (At My Expense Also) as an Amazon Kindle e-book (a $9.95 value ) following our meeting.*TELEPHONE HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10am to 4pm (EST) Evening and weekend appointments available.Lori Stith, Founder & CEO, The Stoicess® Philosophy Leadership Coach ™Christian Leadership, Career, & Life Coach Stoic Matchmaker, LLC Proud supporter of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 

What does it look like to take responsibility and ownership for your growth in light of the Gospel of Jesus? How does God's grace work with your choices?

Message me your 'Takeaways'.Most men stop leading themselves the moment life stops giving instructions. School teaches you to follow rules, not lead your life. In this episode, Lachlan Stuart breaks down the five core skills that make a man worth following: self-awareness, emotional regulation, communication clarity, courageous confidence, and decisive problem solving. You'll learn how to lead yourself with calm, integrity, and direction — at home, at work, and within.The Man That Can Project helps men grow from the inside out, strong in body, calm in mind, clear in purpose, confident in life.Take the free 7 Domain Scorecard: https://lachlan-tkpvwf6g.scoreapp.com/Apply for Coaching: https://www.themanthatcanproject.com/1-1coachingFollow Lachie:Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTubeDiscover your blind spots across the 7 Domains of Life with the Man That Can Scorecard. Just 14 questions, instant results. I wish I had this earlier. It would've fast-tracked my success. Take the quiz now: TAKE QUIZ Support the showTake the "7 Domain" 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

In the eighth episode of our third series, we have an insightful and compelling guest on the podcast, Salvatore Manzi; a specialist leadership communication coach, and author of the book Clear and Compelling: Communication Strategies for Big Thinkers with Bold Ideas.____________In this episode, Salvatore shares the wisdom he's developed through years of experience coaching leaders and organisations across the world. We explore the communication challenges leaders face today, and Salvatore provides practical tools and strategies to overcome them, helping us all communicate with greater impact and empathy.Drawing on his book Clear and Compelling, Salvatore discusses how leaders can craft messages that not only inform but transform understanding, using techniques that combine structure, intention, and emotional intelligence. The insights he shares on this episode will leave you reflecting on how you can refine your own communication within your leadership, to better connect with your teams and audiences.I came away from this conversation inspired to be more intentional and conscious about the way I communicate as a leader; to slow down, listen deeply, and ensure my message truly resonates, and I know you will too.____________You can find out more about Salvatore, connect with him through LinkedIn, and explore his website using the links below:https://www.linkedin.com/in/salvatorejmanzi⁠https://www.salvatoremanzi.com/https://a.co/d/bpeyEBE____________Do you, or someone you know, have a leadership journey and lessons to share with the world? Why not get in touch and appear on a future episode of To Lead is To Learn? We would love to hear from you!Use our contact form on our website to appear on the podcast:⁠https://thelamda.co.uk/contact/⁠____________Did you know To Lead is To Learn is brought to you by LAMDA Solutions? At LAMDA Solutions, we specialise in leadership development and coaching, and we're passionate about helping individuals like you become the best leaders you can be.If you're looking to take your leadership skills to the next level, or if your organisation is seeking guidance to achieve its leadership goals, explore what we have to offer. Simply visit our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://thelamda.co.uk/⁠⁠ to discover how we can assist you directly.____________And if you're interested in exploring more on leadership, connect with me on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopher-waters-1867953aAlso, check out my own book, Lessons in Leadership – Book 1: Self-Leadership, available here:⁠https://amzn.eu/d/51ZVusyhttps://www.waterstones.com/book/lessons-in-leadership-book-1/christopher-t-waters//9798280115477

Hormones can change how you feel, but they don't change who you are. And no prescription can fix a life built on burnout and self-abandonment. In this episode, I'm getting real about what's happening in my own body right now, hormones out of whack again, depression, anxiety, fatigue, memory loss, and a complete loss of zest for life. My get-up and go has left the building. But here's what I know: what I'm feeling is real, but it doesn't make it true. I've been on HRT for years. I take amazing care of myself physically. I work with practitioners. I've done decades of emotional work. And I'm still navigating this. Because HRT can support your symptoms, but it's not a magic bullet for all the emotional work you've been avoiding. Taking physically good care of yourself doesn't mean you've taken emotionally good care of yourself. Your hormones don't tank out of nowhere—they reflect how you've been living. The chronic stress, the over-functioning, the self-abandonment, the patterns you've normalized for so long you don't even see them anymore. This episode is for high-achieving women in perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause who are exhausted, overwhelmed, and wondering if they're losing their minds. If you're ready to blow up your life or feeling like a victim of your own body, this conversation will challenge everything you think you know about hormone health. I break down what hormones can do, what they can't do, and the deeper self-leadership work your body is demanding you finally pay attention to. Because hormone therapy can change your chemistry, but only you can change your capacity.   Key Takeaways The critical distinction: What you're feeling is real, but it doesn't make it true. Feelings are data, not facts Why HRT isn't enough: Hormone replacement can stabilize physiology but cannot regulate your nervous system. That's your job The real cause of hormone chaos: How chronic stress, over-functioning, emotional suppression, and self-abandonment drive hormonal decline Physical vs emotional self-care: Taking physically good care of yourself doesn't mean you've taken emotionally good care of yourself Common perimenopause symptoms: Depression, anxiety, brain fog, fatigue, dry eyes, memory loss, poor workout recovery, loss of zest for life The hormone-gut connection: Why your gut health directly impacts your hormones and moods. 95% of serotonin is made in your gut Foundations that matter: Sleep, protein and fiber at every meal, movement, minerals and hydration, downtime, and boundaries What separates women who blow up their lives from women who transform: Self-leadership, emotional responsibility, and the courage to examine your patterns The questions you need to ask yourself: What are you getting from staying in chaos? How long will you blame your hormones instead of admitting you're a big part of the problem? Peri/menopause as invitation: This phase is asking you to finally know yourself more deeply and address the emotional work you've been avoiding   Resources Mentioned Hormone & Health Practitioners: Ciara Foy (@ciarafoyinc) - Specializes in hormone health and weight management for high-achievers over 40 Jenn Pike (@jennpike) - Nutrition and exercise expert with extensive online resources Alyssa Morra (@alyssamorragutexpert) - Gut health specialist focused on digestive wellness and hormonal balance Take the Next Step If you're exhausted from feeling like a victim of your own body, if you recognize yourself in this episode and you're ready to lead yourself differently, book a free 15-minute Congruency Audit. We'll identify exactly where you're out of congruence with yourself and what needs to shift so you can navigate this phase with awareness instead of reactivity, with self-leadership instead of self-abandonment. Book your Congruency Audit

In this powerful episode of the Grow Yourself Podcast, host Kevin McNulty sits down with leadership expert, author, and Air Force veteran John Bentley to explore what it truly means to lead yourself first.Drawing from his book, I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You Desire, John shares his journey from personal struggle to transformation — revealing how faith, trust, and intentional action can help you lead with clarity and purpose.Whether you're leading a team, your family, or simply striving to grow as a person, this conversation will inspire you to take ownership of your choices, deepen your faith, and live with greater confidence and integrity.What You'll LearnHow self-leadership starts with self-awarenessThe link between faith and personal growthTurning pain into purpose and transformationHow behavior and trust build influenceThe daily mindset of “I Lead Me”About John BentleyJohn Bentley is a leadership coach, keynote speaker, and founder of Power 2 Transform and You Are a Gift Foundation. His work helps people discover their God-given value and purpose through self-leadership, trust, and emotional intelligence.Book: I Lead Me: Mastering the Act of Self-Leadership to Create the Life You DesireWebsite: https://ileadme.usFoundation: https://youareagift.comConnect with Kevin McNulty & the Grow Yourself PodcastWebsite: https://www.humadyn.comSpotify: Grow Yourself PodcastYouTube: @GrowYourselfPodcastLinkedIn:   / kevinmcnulty  Instagram:   / kevinmcnultyspeaks  Facebook:   / kevinrichardmcnulty  Timestamps 00:00 – Intro01:10 – What self-leadership really means05:45 – John Bentley's journey through faith and transformation12:30 – “I Lead Me” mindset in daily life20:15 – Building trust through behavior28:40 – Living with purpose and humility40:00 – Final thoughts

If you're curious as to whether you have any stored emotions or trauma that might be causing your illness, preventing you from achieving your goals, or even just showing up as the best, authentic version of yourself, I invite you to take my free Stored Emotions and Trauma QuizWhat if fixing the world starts with how we lead ourselves today?In this episode, I call out the heaviness that's crept into everyday life and how division keeps us small. Personal responsibility becomes the antidote, not the burden. The six areas of self-leadership hold the blueprint for real change. “As within, so without” isn't just a saying; it's the standard. When we protect our energy, choose decency, and do the inner work, the world outside starts to shift. This is where leadership begins, one person, one choice, one act of integrity at a time.You'll Learn:Self-Responsibility and Heart-Led LeadershipThe real reason division feels so heavy right now and how it feeds disconnectionWhat happens when personal leadership becomes the foundation for healing the worldThe six areas that reveal how aligned you are with your values and your lifeWhat it feels like to live from “as within, so without” and watch your outer world shiftThe practical ways to bring respect, grace, and awareness back into everyday lifeHow bridging the spiritual and the practical creates real, sustainable changeTimestamps:[00:00] Introduction[06:14] The rising heaviness and how division erodes connection[10:27] Choosing personal responsibility as the path to healing[14:45] The six key areas of self-leadership to master[18:52] Why spirituality anchors the other areas of life[22:06] How to rate your alignment across the different areas of your life[25:41] The power of “as within, so without” in daily life[28:15] Bridging the practical with the energetic side of leadership[30:42] Integrating personal stories and shifting the podcast's directionFind More From Dr. Stephanie Davis:Dr. Stephanie Davis | WebsiteQuantum Rx | InstagramQuantum Rx | Skool

Elizabeth Lotardo is a consultant, writer, and training creator who specializes in helping organizations elevate emotional engagement and leadership effectiveness. With a Master's in Industrial & Organizational Psychology, she's developed programs for everyone—from top executives to frontline managers—at companies like Salesforce, DraftKings, Hilton, and Berkshire Hathaway affiliates.Elizabeth is the author of Leading Yourself, a guide to finding joy, meaning, and opportunity in your work, even when it's imperfect. She's also the co-author of Selling with Noble Purpose, a contributor to Harvard Business Review, and a LinkedIn Learning instructor whose courses have reached over 2 million learners worldwide.SHOW SUMMARYIn this episode of the Selling from the Heart Podcast, Larry Levine and Darrell Amy are joined by Elizabeth Lotardo, co-author of Selling with Noble Purpose. Together, they explore how sales professionals can transform their careers by connecting their work to a higher mission.Elizabeth introduces the concept of an impact map, a tool designed to help salespeople visualize the positive ripple effects of their work and stay grounded in purpose, even in high-pressure environments. The discussion highlights how emotional engagement, authenticity, and meaningful leadership drive both personal fulfillment and business success.KEY TAKEAWAYSSelling with noble purpose means focusing on making a positive impact for customers, not just hitting targets.Meaning and fulfillment at work are created, not found—take ownership of your impact.An impact map helps visualize how your work benefits others beyond just selling products or services.Even in commoditized industries, connecting to your purpose enhances performance and satisfaction.Leaders should link performance metrics to customer outcomes, not just numbers.Anchoring in purpose builds resilience and long-term motivation.HIGHLIGHT QUOTESSelling from the heart means knowing who you are and bringing the best version of that to conversations.You don't need some perfectly worded statement… just pick a couple of adjectives you aspire to be most of the time, and roll with that.”It is on the individual to self-lead. That is the biggest predictor of meaning, joy, and opportunities—not the environment..How will this customer be different as a result of doing business with you? That's the game-changing question.

The workplace is changing fast.From economic uncertainty to cultural shifts and the rise of AI, business leaders are operating in a constant state of pressure, and a troubling leadership style is on the rise.In this episode, I sit down with CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author Kate Lowry to unpack what fear-based leadership looks like and how to protect yourself from it.We explore:- Why fear-based leadership is on the rise- How to spot a fear-based leader before you sign on- Tactical “upward management” techniques that actually work- The psychology behind leaders who operate through shame, manipulation, and control- Gendered differences in how fear-based leaders show up at work- The critical skillsets you must develop to thrive in today's environmentIf you've ever felt gaslit, overworked, or subtly manipulated by someone in power, this episode is your blueprint for protection and empowerment. Listen now.“You are not powerless. You just need new tools for a new era of leadership.”—Kate Lowry is a CEO coach, venture capitalist, and author based in Silicon Valley. An expert in fear-based leaders, Kate developed her methodology growing up in a personal hierarchical family, then refined her approach in the elite worlds of start-ups, private equity, management consulting, and big tech at McKinsey, Meta, and Insight Partners. She is the author of Unbreakable: How to Thrive Under Fear-Based Leaders. In her free time, you can find her writing comedy and music and cuddling her service dog, Annie.Learn more and grab the book at:www.katelowry.comYou can also connect with her on:LinkedInFacebookInstagram

Why do so many high achievers secretly struggle with anxiety, burnout, and overwhelm? Dr. Elizabeth Stanley, Army veteran, Georgetown professor, and author of Widen the Window, joins Michael Hyatt to explain the hidden science behind stress and resilience. Drawing on her personal story of trauma, her background in the military, and her training in somatic therapy, Elizabeth reveals why talk therapy alone often falls short—and how body-based practices can change everything. This conversation is honest, practical, and deeply hopeful for anyone who feels stuck in patterns of stress.Memorable Quotes“We're all in it together and we're all experiencing the particular lawful ways that this human mind and body works in this particular poly-crisis world. Of course, people are struggling. It's kind of why it's my passion to help people understand ‘You're not alone in this.'”“We are wired organically to be able to mobilize the energy to manage a crisis or a stressful situation, and then recover. Our ancestors that shared the same wiring that we have did not have 24/7 constant activation and constant demands the way that we do in modern life today.”“The science term there is allostatic load, and the more our stress load grows, the less capacity we have in our mind and body to meet the next challenge, so that it becomes a bit of a vicious cycle, and we know that we're on the edge of our window or outside of our window of tolerance.”“We are built so that we learn the downregulation through the soothing we receive from our parents and other early caregivers. And that presumes that our early caregivers and parents were regulated enough to do that for us.”“If we're redirecting it somewhere that the survival brain perceives as safe, that actually starts conditioning. A process that makes the system move back in the way that we're organically built, which is to go through stress and recover naturally.”“When we don't perceive agency, when we feel powerless or helpless, that actually leads to higher levels of arousal and it really resolidifies the prior conditioning. So being able to access that choice point is really critical in beginning to shift it.”“If our parents had narrowed windows, if they were coping with a lot of stress and trauma, or if they were absent, if they had mental illness or they were incarcerated, they aren't able to help us wire those things. It's one of the ways that narrowed windows get transmitted intergenerationally and why trauma can become intergenerational.”Key TakeawaysYou're Not Broken. Chronic anxiety and overwhelm are signs of dysregulation, not defects. They're the evidence of what you've walked through—but don't determine what's ahead.Your Body Knows the Way. Healing starts by listening to the signals of your nervous system. The key is not to minimize our reactions, but to listen and practice strategies that help us return to baseline.Talk Therapy Isn't Enough. True healing requires engaging the body and nervous system. Trauma-informed, body-based therapy can lead to breakthroughs when just thinking and talking isn't enough.Agency Is Key. Learning to notice choice points rewires the brain toward safety. The quickest way out of powerlessness is regaining a sense of agency.Resilience Can Be Trained. Simple, repeated practices expand your “window of tolerance.” It takes time and intention, but you can widen your window.ResourcesWiden the Window by Elizabeth StanleyElizabeth Stanley's Mindfulness-Based Mind Fitness Training (MMFT)Watch on Youtube at:  https://youtu.be/Z607BPgbxi4This episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Ever feel like no matter how much you achieve, it's still not enough? Like the goalposts keep moving and the pressure to look successful is crushing the joy of actually being successful?Mitch Matthews is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, and success coach who helps people dream bigger, think better, and do more of what they're built to do. Through his coaching programs and top-ranked Dream Think Do podcast, Mitch empowers leaders and entrepreneurs to overcome limiting beliefs, build intentional habits, and lead with courage and authenticity.In this conversation, Steve sits down with Mitch Matthews to explore one of the biggest challenges high-achievers face: perfectionism.They unpack how the constant drive to get it right often robs us of peace, creativity, and real growth. Mitch shares his personal journey from corporate success to coaching freedom, revealing how embracing imperfection not only changed his work, but his life.Together, they dive into actionable tools for shifting your mindset from performance to purpose, building confidence that isn't tied to results, and learning how to lead yourself (and others) through seasons of uncertainty and self-doubt.If you've ever felt trapped by your own standards, this episode is your permission slip to redefine success on your terms.Key TopicsThe hidden cost of perfectionism in leadership and entrepreneurshipHow to turn pressure into purposeThe power of curiosity in breaking the perfection cycleRedefining success beyond achievementBuilding emotional awareness and resilienceHow to coach yourself out of performance-driven burnoutThe difference between excellence and perfectionReal tools to reconnect with creativity and authenticityLinks & Resources MentionedMitch Matthews' WebsiteDream Think Do Podcast: Listen HereSteve Mellor's WebsiteBook Mentioned: Dream Job: Redefined by Mitch Matthews#GrowthReadyPodcast #LeadershipMindset #HighPerformanceCoach #PerfectionismRecovery #MindsetShift #SelfLeadership #EntrepreneurGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #PurposeDriven #AuthenticLeadershipSend us a textSupport the showThis podcast was produced on Riverside and released via Buzzsprout Sign up for the monthly newsletter with Steve and GrowthReady (formerly known as Career Competitor) by providing your details here - Request to become part of our community Also be sure to give him and the show a follow on Instagram @coachstevemellor

Send us a textIn this episode, Kay sits down with Derek Rowe, founder of Body Shape Performance — the most successful personal training gym in the South East of Ireland. Derek's story is one of grit, resilience, and personal transformation. From falling into drugs at age 12 to leading one of Ireland's top fitness brands, Derek proves that your past doesn't define you — your choices do. He shares how to build mental and physical strength through self-leadership, why matching your words with your actions is everything, and how mastering your self-talk can completely change your life and business. This episode is raw, real, and full of the kind of truth bombs that make you re-evaluate how you show up for yourself and others. Episode Highlights:(00:00) – Derek's story: from the edge of life to finding purpose through fitness (04:20) – The importance of self-talk: mastering your inner dialogue (09:35) – Why environment shapes you — but doesn't define you (14:50) – “Losers talk, legends walk” — aligning actions with words (19:25) – Leadership through honesty and directness (23:40) – Lessons from real life that no school can teach you (28:10) – How to rebuild your mindset when you're stuck in a rut (32:55) – Helping others become the ultimate version of themselvesGuest BioDerek Rowe is the founder of Body Shape Performance, Ireland's leading personal training gym, where he helps clients transform not just their physiques but their mindset and habits. His mission is to teach people how to create lasting change through discipline, focus, and environment. Through his Ultimate Physique System, Derek now works with men globally, helping them master fitness, mindset, and self-leadership. His coaching combines motivation, training, and mental conditioning to help people become the best version of themselves — inside and out.Connect with Derek RoweWebsite: https://bodyshapeperformance.com (if applicable — can be added) Instagram: (add handle if available) Free 4-Part Mini-Series: http://eepurl.com/hJ6RD1Connect with Kay Suthar!Website: https://makeyourmarkagency.com/ Podcast Website: https://www.makeyourmarkpodcast.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kay-suthar-make-your-mark/ Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/482037820744114 Email: kay@makeyourmarkagency.comFREE Gifts from Kay Suthar the Host:3 Ultimate Secrets to Getting Booked on Podcasts: https://getbookedonpodcast.com/5 Simple Steps To Launch Your Podcast in 14 Days: https://14daystolaunch.com                                                  FREE Gifts from Kay Suthar:3 Ultimate Secrets to Getting Booked on Podcasts: https://getbookedonpodcast.com5 Simple Steps to Launch Your Podcast in 14 Days: https://14daystolaunch.com

In this episode of Becoming Unshakable, Heather reflects on a moment that reminded her what true leadership looks like from the inside out. Fresh from speaking to 13,000 nurses at the Atlanta World Congress Center, she shares how an experience that looked glamorous on the surface, with makeup, stage lights, and a long line of people waiting for hugs, became a powerful reminder that self-leadership is not selfish. It is essential. Heather unpacks what it means to prepare so thoroughly that you can show up fully. For her, deep preparation is an act of care, allowing presence to replace pressure and connection to replace performance. As she recounts her time with the nurses, she explores the toll that constant caregiving takes and how compassion fatigue quietly chips away at strength. Her message to them, and to all of us, is clear: when you care for yourself as intentionally as you care for others, you become the calm in the storm, the unshakable center that others can rely on. Through raw honesty, Heather shares her own turning point, the realization that the success she had built came at the cost of the people she valued most. That moment of clarity became the foundation of her teaching: align your life with your true values, lean on your team, ask for help, and give yourself permission to rest. Strong self-leadership is grounded in awareness, humility, and care. This episode invites you to look inward, to question the beliefs that keep you on autopilot, and to remember that balance is not weakness, it is wisdom. When you prepare with intention, lead with presence, and live in alignment with what matters most, you do not just survive the chaos. You become unshakable within it.  

Message me your 'Takeaways'.You've checked every box. Career. Family. House. Yet, in the quiet moments, you ask — why do I still feel stuck?In this episode, Lachlan Stewart breaks down why success without alignment feels hollow and how high-performing men end up in the “loop of stuckness”: chasing external goals, burning out, resetting, and repeating.You'll learn the mindset shifts and frameworks that move you from living someone else's blueprint to designing your own.This episode is for men ready to stop surviving and start leading their life intentionally.Listen to The Man That Can Project for practical tools in resilience, clarity, and leadership.Discover your blind spots across the 7 Domains of Life with the Man That Can Scorecard. Just 14 questions, instant results. I wish I had this earlier. It would've fast-tracked my success. Take the quiz now: TAKE QUIZ Support the showTake the "7 Domain" 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

In this episode of The Humane Marketing Podcast, I sit down with Sinead Rafferty to explore what leadership looks like for empaths and highly sensitive people in today's fast and complex world. We talk about why empathy is a vital strength in leadership, how the old myths of authority and “loud voices” are giving way to more human-centered approaches, and what unique gifts empaths bring to the table. Sinead also shares the inspiration behind the Empathic Leadership Summit and how themes like self-leadership, professional leadership, and purposeful leadership weave together. If you've ever doubted whether you're a leader, this conversation will help you see leadership through a more humane, grounded, and empowering lens. In this episode we discussed: What leadership means today, in a world that feels so fast, complex, and often overwhelming Why empathy is such a vital part of leadership — both personally and professionally How the idea that leadership requires titles, authority, or being “the loudest in the room” is shifting The unique strengths highly sensitive people and empaths bring to leadership — and why they matter The biggest myths about leadership that deserve to be debunked The inspiration behind the Empathic Leadership Summit, held on Oct 21st – 23rd How the three themes of Self-Leadership, Professional Leadership, and Purposeful Leadership weave together What Purposeful Leadership means to Sinead, and how participants can experience it during the summit Watch this episode on YouTube --- Ep220  Speaker 2: hello, humane marketers. welcome back to the humane marketing podcast. the place to be for the generation of marketers that cares. this is a show where we talk about running your business in a way that feels good to you, is aligned with your values, and also resonates with today's conscious customers because it's humane, ethical, and non pushy. i'm sarah senecroce, your hippie turned business and marketing coach for quietly rebellious entrepreneurs and change makers, and renegade author of marketing like we're human, selling like we're human, and my new book, business like we're human. twice per year, i host my signature program, the marketing like we're human, aka the client resonator program live. in a deep dive into the seven p's of the humane marketing mandala, you will learn to market from within. this program is for you if you want and need to get more clients, but want to share your message in an ethical and humane way. you want to make a difference with your work. you are just starting out or have been in business for a while, but haven't really found the marketing activities that work for you, or you are pivoting your business from business as usual to your life's work and want to radically change the way you get clients. find out more at humane.marketing forward slash program. marketing like we're human runs usually in late january and february and june. and if you feel like you're already doing a good job with the marketing, but it's the selling that you're struggling with, i'm now adding a new program called how to sell in 2026 and beyond. this will also run twice per year in an intimate cohort to get the most out of it. find out more about this program at humane.marketing/howtosell. this program usually runs in april and november. and if you prefer one on one support from me, my humane business coaching could be just what you need. whether it's for your marketing, your sales, general business building, or help with your big idea like creating a group program or writing a book, i'd love to share my brain and my heart with you together with my almost twenty years business experience and help you grow a sustainable business that's joyful and sustainable. if you love this podcast, wait until i show you my mama bear qualities as my one on one client. you can find out more about that at humane.marketing/coaching. thank you so much for letting me share my offerings with excitement. and now onto the show.  Speaker 3: hello, friends. welcome back to another episode. today's conversation fits under the p of personal power. if you're a regular here, you know that i'm organizing the conversations around the seven p's of the humane marketing mandala. and if you're new here and you don't know what i'm talking about, well, you can download your one page marketing plan with the humane marketing version of the seven p's of marketing at humane.marketing/ one page. that's the number one and the word page. and this comes with seven email prompts to really help you reflect on these different p's for your business. today, i'm speaking to sinead rafferty about empathic leadership. before i tell you a bit more about sinead, allow me to mention that i'm still booking human conversations in my serene garden. these are terms that i'm using in the selling like we're human book. and if you've looked at the sales page of the program, how to sell in 2026 and beyond, uh, that you can find at humane.marketing/howtosell. and if you're interested in selling more in 2026, who isn't, but also really want to sell differently, then let's have a chat to find out if this is the right fit for you at this time. we start on november 13, and it will be a small and safe group and a beta round for this first edition. okay. back to the show. so sinead rafferty is a career and alignment coach on a mission to empower highly sensitive people, hsps, empaths, deep thinkers, and divergent minds to thrive in life, work, and leadership. her alignment coaching brings identity, energy, and purpose into harmony so clients can live and lead authentically. from that foundation, she integrates career and business strategy, turning inner clarity into practical roadmap for meaningful contribution and growth. with over seventeen years experience in personal development, leadership, and business strategy, sinead combines empathy and intuition, psychology and innovative coaching techniques to guide clients in turning sensitivity and their natural skills into powerful assets for authentic leadership and purposeful impact. sinead lives on ireland's northwest coast with her husband and two children, loves travel, music, and wild winter walks by the atlantic. here's what we talked about in this episode. what leadership means today in a world that feels so fast, complex, and often overwhelming. why empathy is such a vital part of leadership, both personally and professionally. how the idea that leadership requires titles, authority, or being the loudest in the room is shifting. the unique strengths highly sensitive people and empaths bring to leadership and why they matter. the biggest myths about leadership that deserve to be debunked. the inspiration behind the empathic leadership summit, which is held on october 21 till twenty third. and how the three themes of self leadership, professional leadership, and purposeful leadership weave together, and finally, what purposeful leadership means to sinead and how participants can experience it during the summit. i'll be talking about business like we're human on day two. that is all about professional leadership. so i really hope you will join us for this empathic leadership summit. you can sign up at humane.marketing/leadershipsummit. but now without further ado, let's listen to sinead and i talking about empathic leadership.  Speaker 0: shanae, it's so good to see you and have you on the podcast. welcome.  Speaker 1: thank you, sarah. such an honor to be here, honestly. thanks a million.  Speaker 0: yeah. it's so good. and we're collaborating on something. right? and so i thought, well, why not have you on the podcast and talk about empathic leadership? because that's the the topic of this episode, and it's also the topic, um, um, and the title of your upcoming summit. and i mentioned that in the intro and we'll mention it again because we really invite people to join us for these conversations that i think are so key right now. but let's dive in. uh, and yeah, let me ask you first, like, what does leadership mean to you given, you know, the current world situation? and then what does empathic leadership mean?  Speaker 1: well, it's a good question. i think it's important that we ask ourselves, what is the definition of leadership? you know? um, and i think what we're witnessing on the world stage today, um, means it's even more important that we ask that question, you know? um, i believe that leadership is, or at least i hope it is moving towards something that is more about connection than it is about control. um, you know, the ability to hold space for people in a very complex scenario, a complex world that we live in. you know? i think that's really important. um, and the only way to do that is to is to feed empathy through. so so that leadership, um, is redefined with empathy at its core. you know, that it becomes completely normal, that empathy is there at its core. and that begins with self awareness. it begins with knowing our own values and our own energy and our own purpose. um, so we can come from a grounded place. and then it's about humanity, isn't it? i mean, ultimately, it's about humanity. it's about recognizing that people thrive when they feel safe, psychologically safe, when they see when they feel seen and heard, um, and not just managed. you know? um, it's so important that we're leaders in our own lives, that we can make our own decisions because i think that it's the habits in our own lives. you know, we're so drawn in by social media and things like that. and those daily habits are what that's feeding into keeping the wrong people in charge.  Speaker 0: do you  Speaker 1: know what i mean? so it definitely starts with self leadership. you know?  Speaker 0: yes. yeah. i love that. yeah. and i think what you brought up there is this topic of sovereignty. right? the self leadership, sovereignty, and and and why that is so important right now. and i like how you said we don't wanna be managed. yeah. that's exactly how it feels like. it feels like we're, you know, a bunch of sheep being somehow managed to do this, do that. and and we've yeah. we just are tired of that. but that means that, yeah, we need to come from this inner awareness and this inner sovereignty, uh, and and not just show up as sheep. right? because i think there there is that as well, people who just are so used to be managed. and then there's, uh, people like the people that we're trying to attract to the summit who are ready to step into leadership, whether that is self leadership or or purposeful leadership out there. um, when you talk about empathy, why why is empathy so so key in today's world? and and why, you know, i i think that's not what we're seeing as an example  Speaker 1: opposed to to us sensitives, you know, or us empaths. um, but what empathy does, it it it connects to your needs and your motivations and your values. so that's like for yourself and for others. so it connects you to other people. and in doing that, i think it creates a sense of inclusion where people feel heard and they feel understood. and from there, you can build trust with people. and from there, you can build productivity and success. i mean, there's study after study that shows that the more trust and the more inclusion and the more safety people feel in the workplace, the more engagement that the companies get, uh, and then the more successful they become. um, so it's there. like, the evidence is there. it drives performance if that's what your priority is. um, it shows that the teams led with empathy are more engaged. they're more resilient. they're more innovative. you know? like, the writings on the walls, i don't know why it's disappeared. it's the foundation of relationships without a doubt, um, because without empathy, leadership, as you say, is kind of transactional, isn't it, instead of being for the people. so it's like that, you know, the sheep are following and the leader is just doing whatever they want. i mean, that doesn't make any sense at all for the people. you know? so hopefully, we're, as a collective, waking up to that. you know? because if you think about leadership without empathy, um, you're ignoring people's values. you're ignoring people's motivations, and you're ignoring their needs. um, and if you do that for long enough, what happens to the people? you you know what i mean? they begin to revolt, i hope. and i think that's maybe what we're beginning to see globally.  Speaker 0: hopefully. yes. yeah. mhmm. yeah. yeah. exactly. it's like when we're watching the world stage, we have a really hard time finding empathy and leadership. and and also, um, i was just referring to an email exchange i i had with someone when i shared the summit. they wrote back it was miriam who wrote back to me and said, you know, it's interesting that leadership to me just kind of, like, meant male and very authoritarian. right?  Speaker 1: yeah. there you go.  Speaker 0: that's that's, uh, kind of like how we've grown up, uh, to think of leaders. uh, they're they're male and they're very, you know, aggressive and and, yeah, authoritarian. and so it is time for us to redefine leadership, i really think. and and and just adding that little word, empathic, in front of it, well, that that says it all. yeah. it does. it says  Speaker 1: it all, and it actually brings it. you know, i i kind of sometimes say this isn't rocket science. it's human nature, and it brings people back to just being human, um, instead of being so influenced by by the the crazy narrative that people are being fed. you know? mhmm. so, definitely, i mean, it's it's interesting to hear that from miriam, um, because it's true. there's that sense of, like, well, there's only a certain character perhaps or temperament can be a leader.  Speaker 0: mhmm. you  Speaker 1: know, kind of there's a bravado to it perhaps or it's loud or extroverted only, you know, and that couldn't be farther from the truth.  Speaker 0: yeah. yeah. so if we think about empaths and highly sensitive and and neurodivergent, uh, people, it it does feel like there's not enough role models. because, you know, you take elon musk. yeah. he might be neurodivergent, but he's the opposite of an empath. right? and so, uh, it can be intimidating to kind of feel yeah. feel called into leadership because of the wrong role models. so how how do you see this changing and what yeah. what's the conversation that needs to be had?  Speaker 1: well, i think, you know, a lot of the work that i do with with highly sensitive and empaths is the first step is self validation. so a lot of hsps, highly sensitive people and empaths, have grown up, um, feeling that they're they're wrong somehow, that they're weaker somehow. so we need to change that belief. we need to validate the incredible skills that we have and recognize them as being that bit different to that traditional bravado loud leader. you know? yeah. like, the skills that are there innately. you know? authenticity, sensitivity, adaptability, empathy, all come so naturally, um, that it's just about having that little bit of courage to be seen, that courage to find your voice, to be able to offer these incredible innate skills that we have. and they're plentiful. you know? and this is why i always kind of include neurodiversity in the conversation because neurodiversity is everyone. so that includes hsps and empaths, which is my focus. right? but we are wired differently, so we come under that umbrella as well. everyone does. um, so, like, what we're offering in terms of, you know, cultural sensitivity or attention to detail or, um, the vision and depth we bring to the conversation, you know, we naturally create the psychological safety that people need. like, it's all there already. i think we just have to find that courage to step up if we can.  Speaker 0: yeah. yeah. courage is a big word. right? yeah. because it it does yeah. it does need a lot of bravery to, yeah, to step up and speak up. and i think it it helps to know that you're not alone. uh, and and that's why a summit is is great. right? to feel like, oh,  Speaker 1: i'm not  Speaker 0: the only hsp. i'm not the only empath who who feels this inner calling because oftentimes as hsps, we we really want to work on impact. right? but it's it's sometimes, like, there's a lot of ambition and there's not always the energy, uh, because a lot of times, you know, we need to really learn how to balance our energy. but to have a group together who's like, no, but we can do it and we can do it in a different way, in a maybe more gentler, quieter way. uh, yeah, that's just really, really encouraging.  Speaker 1: yeah. a 100%. like the sense of community is, is so important in this summit. you know, it's about bringing people together and it's about building momentum year on year. i've kind of committed in my head to an annual event so that we can grow that network and grow that community. um, and just to pick up on what you said, like, the work that i do, i base it on kind of three aspects. i call it the alignment code. and one is identity and feeling empowered in who you are. one is energy flow and energy management. and then i bring in strategy. and i think what a lot of people are trying to do is jump to strategy and they don't they haven't taken the time to ground in who they are to truly empower themselves and to manage their energy flow and their state. once they've appreciated that their energy flow is different to to to what they maybe have seen all of their lives and to that neurotypical, uh, example that we've always had.  Speaker 0: yeah. i'm so glad you bring that up. i have a um, presentation coming up at the at a conference in stockholm next week or two weeks. and and i already know, uh, like, okay. this is gonna take a lot of energy, so i'm definitely not gonna attend the mingle after, you know, like, i need to, i need to somehow be able to find that quiet space and refill my batteries. but, um, i see it with my son right now. he's he's, um, autistic. and, and, you know, it's really hard. we we just found out he's in his twenties, and it's really hard for him to balance, um, you know, having fun with his friends, going out, and then being completely depleted and exhausted. and so it's something you need to learn and yeah. absolutely. sometimes you need a coach or somebody  Speaker 1: to help. you can't walk the path alone. none of us can. that's the thing. um, i refer to that as the sensitivity spiral because we kind of expect ourselves to be able to bounce back or recover or wake up kind of reset like you might see, you know, a neurotypical man, you know, who has a twenty four hour hormonal cycle. you know what i mean? it doesn't apply to everyone. and you often need to have that sense of, like, okay. what did i do yesterday? because that is gonna affect how i am today, and how i am today will feed into tomorrow. so that's a real awareness that's required. and i, you know, i would help people reach an optimal energy flow for them as an individual. no one size fits all.  Speaker 0: yeah, exactly. and, and that's hard in your twenties because all you want is to be like everybody else.  Speaker 1: yeah. oh, it's very hard in your twenties. yeah. like, i mean, i didn't have this sussed in my twenties. i know that for sure. yeah. um, and the extremes are more when you're younger, aren't they? and the the crazy nights out or whatever it might be. um, yeah. absolutely. it's it's very challenging for for for younger people. that's for sure.  Speaker 0: so let's talk about the the summit, um, a little bit. um, there's there's three main themes. and how do they what are they and how do they weave together?  Speaker 1: um, okay. so, um, i came together with my cohosts, linda bins and teresa behan, and we had a good discussion about how we can make a a summit that is sensitive, friendly, if you like. right? that is paced in such a way that isn't overwhelming, that people can choose what they want to attend on the day. they can also have the replays for a certain period of time, etcetera. so, uh, because i think sometimes when you go to a summit, it's just talk after talk after talk. and i did learn from last year, so i'm learning each year, um, that, yeah, it's better to to have less is more, basically. do you know what i mean? so yeah. we decided to have three themes for three days. and those themes are self leadership, which is day one, and that is all about, as i've said already a little bit, the foundation of everything, knowing yourself and your energy, your values, how to nourish yourself, how to manage your energy, um, and design the life that you truly want. then on day two, we're looking at professional leadership. so that's like, okay, how do we bring that to the professional settings, to the workplace, or to business? uh, reframing what leadership might look like in those settings, um, making business and the workplace more humane where you're gonna be stepping in there on day two. and then, um, purposeful leadership is day three. that's kind of the bigger picture, um, kind of like the the why of it all. so if self leadership is about self, professional leadership is about how we're doing it, and then purposeful leadership is why we're doing it. you know? why is it so important for us to do this? so that's kind of the thinking behind the three the three themes.  Speaker 0: i love that. and you're leading day three. right? purposeful leadership.  Speaker 1: yeah. yes. indeed.  Speaker 0: so what's your presentation or or, yeah, topic going to be?  Speaker 1: um, so so this is the piece about the courage. right? so my talk itself is about the courage to be seen, voice, and visibility. um, and i touch on the evolutionary kind of aspect of sensitive leaders and hsps in general. um, i've kinda been saying this for many years, uh, that your purpose, whoever you are out there listening, has meaning. your calling has meaning. your your drive, whatever drive that you have to achieve something specific, you have that drive for a reason. and i truly believe that, you know? mhmm. so i think for me, when it comes to purposeful leadership, it's kind of like looking beyond what we already know. and there's a a narrative out there around, um, the evolutionary aspect of, say, sensitivity or the evolutionary aspect of neurodiversity and the advantages to society that that different perspectives are offering up, you know. um, for example, you might have pattern recognition, more cognitive complexity, memory skills, and heightened perception, heightened sensitivity. and i believe that we're at a point where those skills need a chance to shine, you know? so that's why i try to empower my clients in recognizing those innate skills before they try to do any strategizing  Speaker 0: in terms  Speaker 1: of what they want to achieve. you know? so that's kind of what i'm covering, uh, on on day three.  Speaker 0: i love that. yeah. and and it's so true that the recognizing the uniqueness and and and also pointing out how these specific skills are so important in the time we're in right now. and that's why there's so much courage needed.  Speaker 1: right? yeah. exactly. so well put. exactly. you know, it all ties in. um, we we we need to find a way to kind of be okay with being seen. because for a lot of hsps and empaths in particular, the sense of being seen, of being visible, um, is a sense of exposure often. you know what i mean? and we don't we don't want that. we don't like that, and i relate to that personally. so it's kind of like bringing ourselves to a place of psychological safety so that we can then lead others.  Speaker 0: yeah. mm. so good. i can't wait. yeah. it's it really sounds like every day has its purpose and is very unique. yeah. yeah. i think so. what do you hope for participants to, to, to take away and come away with after the three days?  Speaker 1: so i'm kind of the eternal optimist always. right. so i just want them to feel empowered. i want them to feel like they're not alone. like you mentioned that there's a community there that we can help each other, that we can support one another and understand one another. i want them to walk away with a sense of possibility and with hope. i think we need more hope these days, right? and we we we can all do our part however small in feeding into to that hope. um, so i hope they they i hope they get a sense of clarity, a sense of confidence in their own way of leading in their own lives. i hope that they can pick up practical tools and ideas around, um, business practices, building connections, managing energy, and then the the inspire. i hope they i hope they'll be inspired. i hope that they will feel inspired, that they have a place, and that we have a role to play, um, in this crazy world today.  Speaker 0: amazing. yeah. and i hope, yeah, that they have the courage to really show up and speak up. and in my talk, i kind of specifically talk about intrepreneurs. so people in companies, but that have this entrepreneurial spirit and, and really feel like, feel called to change. uh, and so, yeah, i just really, with all my heart, hope that they will get the inspiration to to speak up and and change things.  Speaker 1: yeah. i hope so. um, yeah. i love intrapreneurs. i've worked with many of them as well. and i always love, um, the idea of, you know i always say to the entrepreneur, you know, if there's no box on the hierarchy of the company for there, then you need to aim to to aim for the day where they have to create a box for you. you know? because i had a client once where they had to create a box because they just couldn't categorize what he was able to do. um, and i was just it was such a celebration, uh, the day that he told me they've created me a  Speaker 0: new box as a priority. and i  Speaker 1: was like, yes, that's it. you know, that's impactful. that's purposeful, for sure.  Speaker 0: wonderful. well, why don't you tell people again where they can sign up the exact dates? and, and then if people listen to this, you know, after it already happened, maybe they can still sign up for the replays. they can still sign up for next year as well.  Speaker 1: yeah, exactly for next year. so this year, the format is that it's, um, free to attend with fourteen days replays, and then there is a vip upgrade if you want to have the sessions, you know, for lifetime access or whatever. um, and that includes bonuses including some time with ourselves, you know, some coaching sessions. um, so you can sign up the website itself. um, maybe we'll link it below. it's not as nifty, i suppose, as i would like it to be. um, it's empathic leadership summit, but it's it's it's there's a heyessummit.com on it. so i'll just put the link below, um, in the show notes if that's okay because i don't wanna confuse people. um, yeah. so i i really hope that people sign up, that they join us. you know, join the movement. let's redefine leadership together with empathy, um, at the heart of everything.  Speaker 0: yeah. um, yeah. it's so much more than a summit. right? and and i mentioned in the email that i sent out to my subscribers, i'm like, i'm very picky with what kind of summits i speak at. um, and what i like about this is that it really feels more like a movement. and it's also, you know, it's not overwhelming. it's three days. it's only 12 speakers. like, sometimes i get invited and there's 36 speakers. we're like crazy, crazy amount of overwhelm. so yeah.  Speaker 1: that's yeah.  Speaker 0: i'm really  Speaker 1: glad. huge level of energy when yeah.  Speaker 0: when you  Speaker 1: have things like that. and i think that as hsps, our brains just attach then, don't we? we can't quite engage because  Speaker 0: it's  Speaker 1: just it's just too much, too overwhelming. so yeah. i am honored that you were joining the empathic leadership summit, uh, an absolute honor that you're with us for that as a speaker. sarah, thank you so much.  Speaker 0: yeah. thank you. and mention also your website. people want to work, uh, directly with you.  Speaker 1: yeah. so all all the information about my work is on sineadraffertycoaching.com, rafferty.com. um, um, shayraftertycoaching.com. so on there, um, i think the best place to start is i have a free mini course. it's called embracing the gift of high sensitivity. um, and that's a really great place to start. that's where the self validation lies. so if anyone's interested, they can sign up for that.  Speaker 0: wonderful. well, i can't wait. very much look forward to it. thank you, shanay.  Speaker 1: thanks, sarah. thank you so much.  Speaker 4: i hope you got some great value from listening to this episode, and i really encourage you to step into courage. you can find out more about sinead at sineadraffertycoaching.com. and most importantly, if you're listening to this episode before 10/21/2025, do join us for the empathic leadership summit. i think it's gonna be great. you can sign up at humane.marketing/leadershipsummit. i just created a pretty link, but i'm not receiving an affiliate commission. i just really believe in sinead and this work. you find the show notes of this episode at humane.marketing/hm200andtwenty. and on this beautiful page, you'll also find a series of free offers, the humane business manifesto, as well as my two books. sorry. my three books, marketing like we're human, selling like we're human, and business like we're human. thanks so much for listening and being part of a generation of marketers who cares for yourself, your clients, and the planet. we are change makers before we are marketers. go be the change you want to see in the world. see you soon. 

What if the secret to better relationships isn't about changing them—but leading yourself? In this juicy episode of The Life You Crave, I'm joined by Dr. Jeni Wahlig, co-founder of Powerful Love Relationships and the brilliant mind behind the Powerful Love Method. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jeni breaks down what conscious self-leadership really looks like in love, work, and life—and how mastering it can completely transform the way you connect with others. We talk about letting go of old relationship baggage, owning your part with compassion, and leading with love (even when it's hard). You'll also hear practical communication tools you can start using today—and an invitation to Dr. Jeni's special training for those ready to take this work even deeper. If you've ever wished your relationships felt easier, more honest, or more you—this one's for you. Email Dr. Jeni Wahlig here connect@powerfulove.com www.powerfulove.com Facebook @jeni.wahlig YouTube @powerfulove Powerful Love - Free 30 minute training on the five part communication formula https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vmWIuFImcoiQzA1159AYbHiurRjf9jfg/view?usp=sharing   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

Join us in celebrating 50,000 downloads of the Say YES to yourself! Podcast! Leave a review on your favorite podcast player, snap a picture, and send it to podcast@phineaswrighthouse.com. You'll be invited to join the Say YES Sisterhood for one month - for only $1!Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you're in the right place.In this episode, Wendy talks with Anne Robie, leadership coach and co-host of The Perfectly Imperfect Journey Podcast, about shedding outdated corporate conditioning and giving ourselves permission to lead in a new way.They explore:How Anne learned to trust her inner knowing and lead from integrityThe cost of abandoning yourself to meet external expectationsWhy true leadership starts with personal responsibility and inner alignmentThis is a must-listen for anyone ready to challenge outdated leadership models and step into a more human, heart-centered way of leading.Connect with Anne:LinkedInDarshanLeadership.comThe Perfectly Imperfect Journey PodcastReferenced in this Episode:On Our Best Behavior by Elise Loehnen________________________________________________________________________________________ Say YES to joining Wendy for her: Say YES Sisterhood PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated France TripsInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House LinkedinWebsite: Phineas Wright HousePodcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review—it helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Johnny Lawrence is a motivational speaker, educator, and creator of the M.A.D.E. Model, a powerful self-leadership framework built around Morals, Ambitions, Drivers, and Environments. His mission is to help people take control of their lives by breaking free from emotional barriers, building resilience, and leading themselves with clarity and purpose. Johnny's critically acclaimed documentary, The Slavery of Addiction, shares his raw and inspiring journey of overcoming childhood trauma and addiction, released on the fourth anniversary of his sobriety. He also hosts The Johnny Lawrence Podcast, exploring self-leadership, human behaviour, and emotional intelligence through engaging solo episodes and interviews. With a community of over 60,000 Instagram followers, Johnny's content reaches audiences worldwide, delivering practical tools and inspiration for growth. As a speaker, he has appeared at events such as Happy Place Festival, Latitude Festival, and Rewriting Wellbeing for Educators, empowering audiences to take ownership of their lives and drive meaningful, lasting change Key Topics: ⭐ Redefining Masculinity In Modern Times ⭐ Vulnerability As Strength (And Its Risks) ⭐ Childhood Trauma And Shaping Emotional Language ⭐ Addiction As A Response To Emotional Pain ⭐ The Four A's: Awareness, Accountability, Acceptance, Action ⭐ Breaking Free From Parental Influence And Toxic Family Cycles ⭐ Healthy Outlets For Anger And Rage ⭐ The Role Of Fathers In Shaping Masculinity ⭐ Building Brotherhood Through Struggle And Shared Experience ⭐ Jiu Jitsu And Male Bonding Beyond Words ⭐ Coping With Shame, Blame, And Resentment ⭐ Emotional Intelligence For Raising Sons ⭐ Social Media's Role In Negativity Vs Positivity ⭐ Honest Listening As The Foundation Of Connection ⭐ Choosing Environments That Shape Growth Connect With David - The Authentic Man:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theauthenticman_/  Website: https://www.theauthenticman.net/  For Coaching: hello@theauthenticman.net  Newsletter: https://www.theauthenticman.net/home-subscribe  Connect With Johnny Lawrance: Website www.johnnylawrence.co.uk Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theselfdevelopmentcoach/?hl=en YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@theselfdevelopmentcoach

Most people think leadership is something reserved for executives in boardrooms. Marnie Stockman and Nick Coniglio are here to flip that script completely.In this episode, Jason sits down with the duo behind "Lead It Like Lasso" to explore why leadership isn't just about managing teams—it's about managing yourself first. They dig into the messy, beautiful truth that whether you're running a company, teaching a classroom, or navigating your family relationships, you're already leading in some way. The question is: are you doing it well?Marnie and Nick share how they went from working at the largest EdTech company in the world to starting, scaling, and selling their own business in three years. Their secret? A framework built on core values, self-awareness, and the kind of relatable leadership that doesn't require you to be Richard Branson.Jason pushes into the practical side of things—how do you actually discover your core values without staring at a blank page? How do you lead yourself when you feel stuck? And why does thinking about your legacy matter when you're just trying to get through the day?The conversation also touches on their latest book "The Business of You," which challenges listeners to run their lives with the same intention they'd bring to running a successful company. Because at the end of the day, the most important project you'll ever work on is you.If you've ever felt like leadership books are written for someone else, this episode is for you.Find all the show notes and links here: https://www.strategyactionshow.com/105

In this powerful episode, we challenge the modern myth that “good parenting” means self-sacrifice at all costs. Instead, we explore what it really takes to show up strong for your family — starting with how you lead yourself. From the societal pressure to “do it all” to the quiet burnout no one talks about, we unpack how ignoring your own needs doesn't make you a better parent — it makes it harder to be the present, grounded leader your kids actually need. We redefine self-care as self-leadership and break down the mindset shifts, personal responsibility, and daily actions that help you parent from a place of strength — not survival. If you've ever felt guilty for wanting more time, more space, or more growth… this conversation will give you permission to take it — and a plan to model a healthier path for your family. Because your kids don't need a perfect parent. They need one who's fully alive. APPLY FOR COACHING: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/1-1-coaching SDE Method app: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/sde-method-app The Fitness League Waiting List https://u3rwk.share.hsforms.com/2rkAwsFntTAeZ__PxwXdr4Q Macros Guide https://www.lvltncoaching.com/free-resources/calculate-your-macros Join the Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lvltncoaching FREE TOOLS to start your health and fitness journey: https://www.lvltncoaching.com/resources/freebies Alessandra's Instagram: http://instagram.com/alessandrascutnik Joelle's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joellesamantha?igsh=ZnVhZjFjczN0OTdn Josh's Instagram: http://instagram.com/joshscutnik Chapters: 00:00 The Myth of Self-Sacrifice in Parenting 02:36 The Importance of Self-Care for Parents 05:47 Navigating Social Media and Parenting Expectations 08:16 The Ripple Effect of Parental Happiness 11:09 Finding Balance in Parenting and Personal Wellbeing 14:10 The All-or-Nothing Mentality in Parenting 16:47 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Children 19:44 The Role of Mindfulness in Parenting 22:44 Generational Shifts in Parenting Approaches 25:17 Injecting Joy and Connection into Family Life 33:55 The Impact of Environment on Personal Growth 35:02 Taking Responsibility for Change 36:54 The Ripple Effect of Personal Decisions 38:35 Breaking Generational Patterns 41:37 Parenting Approaches: Gentle vs. Tough Love 45:23 Finding Your Parenting Style 48:58 The Role of Personal Responsibility in Growth 51:50 Redefining Self-Care as Self-Leadership 57:53 Pursuing Purpose and Fulfillment 01:02:29 The Importance of Slowing Down 01:06:13 Building the Best Version of Yourself

In this episode, Stephanie opens up about losing her dad and how that experience reshaped her understanding of emotional strength, healing, and resilience. Inspired by Alex Hormozi's reflections on grief, she shares how pain can become a teacher and how growth doesn't mean avoiding emotion, but learning to move through it.✅ Top 3 Takeaways:Real strength means feeling fully, not fighting your feelings. Suppressing emotion delays healing; presence and honesty rebuild it.Adversity reveals your emotional habits. The moments that shatter you also show where you've been hiding from yourself.Growth begins when you surrender control. Accepting what is (instead of resisting it) opens the door to peace, perspective, and maturity.Ready to improve your sex life and move through the challenges of your relationship?Apply for coaching here.⏱ Timestamps: 00:00–11:30 — Personal story: Losing my dad and what grief taught me about emotional strength 11:30–26:00 — How to build mental strength through adversity 26:00–End — Practical ways to move through emotion and regain control

What if the stories you're most afraid to share are the exact ones that magnetize your next level of abundance? In this raw and power-packed episode of the Communication Queen Podcast, host Kimberly Spencer sits down with Lorraine Davies, a Self-Leadership & Energetics Mentor for Heart-Driven Entrepreneurs, to unpack how courage becomes currency — and how congruence (not perfection) is the ultimate magnet for aligned success. Lorraine gets real about her journey from £80,000 in debt and a marriage breakdown to building a soul-led business rooted in integrity, authenticity, and fun. Together, Kimberly and Lorraine dive deep into what it means to live and lead with full transparency — even when it's uncomfortable AF — and how emotional mastery and self-inquiry can turn shame into sovereignty. If you've ever felt like you have to “look successful” before you are, or that you can't share the messy middle while you're still in it, this episode will shift your perspective forever. You'll walk away with tools for: Spotting when your ego's running the show (and how to return to alignment) Using courage as your daily business strategy Creating real-time authenticity that builds trust and influence Get ready to rewrite your story — one courageous move at a time.

If your success feels stuck, it might not be your marketing, your clients, or even your skills. It might be your ability to lead yourself. In today's episode, Mariah unpacks why self-leadership is the most underrated skill in business and life, and the 5 biggest obstacles that get in the way.You'll hear:Why digital noise (social + news overload) keeps you scatteredHow lack of a clear destination keeps you chasing your tailWhy doing the same old strategies doesn't work if you've outgrown themHow to filter advice from well-meaning family + friendsWhy self-trust is the foundation of confidenceThis is your reminder: the hardest person you'll ever lead is YOU. But once you master it, you become unstoppable.CTA:What's the biggest obstacle to your self-leadership right now? DM me on Instagram and let's talk!Connect with Mariah:https://www.instagram.com/chairsidewithmariah?igsh=eTk2ZnBiejE3Y3c4Website: businessbeautynetwork.com hello@businessbeautynetwork.com | @businessbeautynetwork

Author and changemaker Shermin Kruse examines the timeless principles of Stoicism and their power to foster mindful, intentional, and empathetic living.Grab a copy of Stoic Empathy HERE to learn more about living a Life of Influence, Self-Leadership, and IntegrityThis week on Mindrolling, Raghu and Shermin Kruse:Embracing discomfort and challenges as catalysts for personal and spiritual growthShermin's powerful story of growing up in Iran during the wartime of the 1980s and 90sHow Stoic philosophy transformed Shermin's approach to work, meditation, therapy, and daily lifeThe profound relationship between Stoicism and empathyShermin's Stoic inspiration mother, aunt, and cultural rootsUnderstanding the Stoic ideal of the dichotomy of controlShermin's mystical, otherworldly experience while giving birthPracticing intentional pause and mindful response to life's stimuliMoving beyond the ego and awakening to loving awarenessAbout Shermin Kruse:Shermin Kruse is an award-winning idea curator, global change-maker, complex-system negotiator, lawyer, speaker, and storyteller. Shermin has nearly two decades of experience working in competitive strategy and game theory applications, corporate and community advocacy, brand protection and augmentation, as well as dispute resolution for individuals, public-company boards of directors, international corporations, and Fortune 500 Companies. Shermin also has a decade of parallel experience producing thought-leadership events, including TEDx conferences and a network of salon series. She teaches Negotiating with Tactical Empathy, Global Transactions, Cross-Border Deals, and Leadership at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Shermin is a mother of four, living in the heart of Chicago. Her personal journey from the war-torn streets of her native Tehran to the elite corporate boardrooms of the world informs her deep commitment to fostering empathy, control, justice, and global understanding. Learn more on Shermin's website.“It's a kind of resilience and a kind of Stoicism that is very counter to the image of the statue, stoic, white, male figure that we think about when we imagine Greek Stoicism. The interesting thing about Stoicism is all that it has in common with Buddhism, meditation, dance, passion—all of those things.” –Shermin KruseSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, business psychologist, emotional intelligence expert, and founder of Ei4Change, Dr. Robin Hills, shares how to stay grounded in human-centered leadership while navigating the rise of AI and embracing the opportunities it brings. We explore the emotional and ethical limits of AI, and why critical thinking, empathy, and purpose-driven leadership matter now more than ever. "AI is not a crisis, it's an opportunity. We've got to recognize it as a tool, work with it, and understand what it can and – perhaps more importantly – cannot do." Ready to lead with purpose in the age of AI? Tune in to this powerful episode and discover how to harness emotional intelligence, rethink leadership, and future-proof your impact. Listen now and start leading differently.

What if the key to a meaningful life isn't doing more—but doing less, with intention? In this powerful conversation, Michael and Megan talk with Oliver Burkeman, author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals, about the myths of productivity, the illusion of control, and why accepting our finite nature might be the best thing we can do for our peace, purpose, and productivity.Memorable Quotes“It's the relaxation of now I can just do the things that matter the most… I can just sort of dive in because I'm no longer trying to make all my actions feel like they are part of some process of eventually getting to total domination of my time and perfect optimization.”“You are being confronted again with this ridiculous thing that it is to be a human—which is to be capable of imagining basically an infinite amount of possibilities and eventualities, but ultimately being a sort of finite material animal and having to choose only some of them.”“Almost everybody who is trying to sort of optimize themselves into absolute control, you know, they're not succeeding. Life is miserable and they're letting people down all over the place.”“There isn't any system or philosophy or approach or sports nutrition drink that is going to enable you to sort of win the battle with human limitation… Now, we figure out how to flourish in absolutely fantastic and wonderfully meaningful and interesting and lucrative ways within those limitations rather than running away from them.”“There's a way of going with the flow that is actually more constructive and productive as well as more peaceful and meaningful.”“I really found that just sort of expecting discomfort from things that matter to me—whether that is a piece of work or an aspect of relationships or parenting—just knowing that it's going to feel uncomfortable sometimes because it's bringing me to my edge and my limitations makes a huge, huge difference.”“A lot of our productivity is the result of anxiety. And I would like to live a productive life for other reasons.”Key TakeawaysRadical Acceptance is Key. Once you stop trying to win the battle with your human limitations, everything changes.Distraction is Avoidance in Disguise. Most often, we're dodging discomfort—and the way out lies in tolerating discomfort.Optimization is Not Salvation. We think we can problem-solve our lives, but tools and systems will always fall short. They're meant to augment, not make us infinite.Meaning is Here, Now. The moments that build a life don't happen  when everything is done—but in the doing itself.Resources4,000 Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanMeditations for Mortals by Oliver BurkemanThe Imperfectionist (Newsletter)Watch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/571YmI5h_CsThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

On this episode of Acta Non Verba, host Marcus Aurelius Anderson sits down with Kathleen Sypniewski, Chief Cultural Officer and co-owner of SSLC Plumbing. Kathleen shares her journey of building a thriving company culture, overcoming personal and professional adversity, and the power of leadership rooted in action, not words. Together, they discuss the importance of self-leadership, honest communication, and creating a workplace where people and business flourish. Episode Highlights: The Origin Story & Rapid Growth [0:49] Kathleen describes the founding of SSLC Plumbing, starting with just two people and growing to over $50 million in revenue in four years. The Role of a Chief Cultural Officer [3:17] Kathleen explains what it means to be a Chief Cultural Officer, her transition into the role, and how she fosters a people-first culture. Personal Redemption & Extreme Ownership [14:07] Kathleen shares a powerful story of her husband Scott’s personal transformation, the impact of extreme ownership, and how it changed their business and marriage. Leadership Lessons for Women [26:10] Kathleen and Marcus discuss leadership from a woman’s perspective, overcoming fear, and the importance of self-leadership and honest feedback. Kathleen Sypniewski is the Chief Cultural Officer and co-owner of SSLC Plumbing in Colorado Springs. A dedicated leader and proud mother of four, Kathleen is passionate about building strong relationships, accountability, and growth within her company. She champions a culture of leadership, teamwork, humility, and ownership, helping both people and business thrive. Learn more about SSLC Plumbing: sscpro.com 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.

Summary In this episode, Andy welcomes Coach Tony Weaver, author of Project Manage Your Life: Your Blueprint for Achieving Any Goal — One Step at a Time. After decades of leading complex IT, marketing, and transformation projects, Tony turned his project management skills inward and used them to lose over 100 pounds. That journey sparked a new mission: helping others apply the same proven methods to their own goals, whether it's health, finances, career, or just finally following through on something important. In this conversation, you'll hear how to turn vague intentions into measurable, motivating goals. Tony shares how to break down big ambitions into doable milestones, track your progress without becoming a slave to the data, and stay consistent with joy instead of burnout. He unpacks what SMART goals actually look like in the real world and explains why the project mindset can transform not just what you achieve, but how you feel while doing it. If you're looking for practical ideas to move forward on goals that matter to you, at work or at home, this episode is for you! Sound Bites “Project management absolutely changed my life.” “Life is agile.” “Every goal is a project. Project management is just applying structure to that goal.” “Your brain doesn't care about your happiness. It cares about keeping you safe. That's why it resists change.” “Once you build confidence in yourself, the goal you set becomes just a jumping-off point.” “Setting a goal is an act of hope. It says that tomorrow can be better than today.” “Track what you can control. Influence is important, but control drives change.” “Focus on the things you control. Keep an eye on the results, but don't obsess about them.” “The safest place to be is in your comfort zone, not trying.” “Some numbers matter. Some are interesting. Some aren't even interesting.” “Letting a goal die of loneliness? That's a recipe for regret.” Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:36 Start of Interview 02:00 How Project Management Led to a New Mission 06:14 Mentorship, Coaching, and Project Management in Life 07:40 What Project Management Looks Like in Everyday Terms 11:20 Why Good Intentions Don't Lead to Change 13:10 Why Most People Don't Set Goals 15:24 Setting a Goal as an Act of Hope 18:00 Common Goal-Setting Mistakes and How to Fix Them 21:30 Building a Plan that Actually Works for You 23:50 Why You Should Plan Celebration, Not Just Completion 24:38 How to Track Progress Without Obsessing Over Data 29:20 The Danger of Focusing Too Much on Lagging Indicators 30:45 Two Client Success Stories 34:34 Where to Learn More About Coach Tony 35:28 End of Interview 36:03 Andy Comments After the Interview 39:05 Outtakes Learn More You can learn more about Tony and his work at OperationMelt.com. For more learning on this topic, check out: Episode 376 with Nick Sonnenberg. It's an episode about how to stop drowning in work, and though the focus is more about life on the job, there are so many ideas from Nick that can help you in your personal life. Episode 81 with Ben Snyder, where we talk about how everything is a project. We're always working on projects, and there are so many ways to apply our project knowledge to other areas of life. Episode 17 with John Wittry. It's perhaps more of a time management episode, but it's about taking back your life, and there's a theme for how project management ideas can apply. Level Up Your AI Skills During these interviews, I often mention our AI Made Simple course. Join other listeners from around the world who are taking this 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 their 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: Ways of Working Topics: Goal Setting, Project Management, Productivity, SMART Goals, Personal Growth, Behavior Change, Tracking Progress, Milestones, Motivation, Self-Leadership, Coaching, Resilience The following music was used for this episode: Music: Brooklyn Nights by Tim Kulig License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Energetic Drive Indie Rock by WinnieTheMoog License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In this episode of Becoming Unshakeable, I sit down with Jim Matuga, Founder of InnerAction Media, to explore a side of leadership that often goes unspoken: followership.  Jim brings a refreshing perspective that challenges the assumption that leadership is the only role worth aspiring to. Instead, he makes a compelling case for the power of humility, steadfastness, and the influence that comes from being an excellent follower. For him, excellence and mediocrity cannot coexist, and creating a culture that values both leaders and followers is essential for building organizations that thrive. Jim shares stories from his own career, including the moment he realized that having a title doesn't mean you are equipped to lead. Being thrust into leadership without preparation forced him to confront his own shortcomings and inspired him to dedicate decades to studying, practicing, and teaching leadership grounded in service. He discusses the weekly culture conversations he holds with his team, drawing on lessons from John Maxwell and his own experiences, to ensure that values don't just hang on the wall but are lived out in everyday practice.  One of the most potent parts of our conversation is Jim's story of intentionally removing the lid on his business. He set a goal to build a company that would not rely on him by 2030, which meant facing uncomfortable truths, opening the books, and developing successors. That level of transparency and trust not only changed the company's culture but also allowed his team to thrive in new ways. Jim also shares his "10 percent rule," the idea that under challenging conversations, the most essential truth often goes unspoken. Learning to voice that final 10 percent, he believes, is where leaders find real breakthroughs. As we close, Jim reflects on how he stays grounded in times of chaos. For him, faith, discipline, and a holistic focus on health, relationships, and purpose keep him steady when circumstances are uncertain. His message to anyone who feels like they are barely holding it together is to act with intentionality.  Reconnect with your purpose, take one step forward, and trust that progress will come from movement. This conversation is a powerful reminder that becoming unshakeable is not about perfection or position; it's about embracing resilience. It is about humility, resilience, and the daily practice of choosing excellence and equipping others to rise alongside you.  

What do you wish you could do, but lack the confidence to do it? Do you wish that you were more like the women who get out there and get things done even when the odds seem against them?   Join Barb on this new episode of The Bold, Brave and Beautiful Podcast as she talks to confidence expert and her personal leadership coach, Lisa Allen. With over 20 years of coaching experience, Lisa has helped women collect the confidence God has for them and create action steps for their season ahead. Lisa is the author of the brand new book, Your Confidence Compass....From Self-Doubt to Self-Leadership, and will show us how confidence is not dependent on our circumstances, but on the God who holds all things together.   RESOURCES FROM THIS EPISODE Connect with Lisa on Instagram Connect with Lisa on Facebook Your Confidence Compass....From Self-Doubt to Self-Leadership Visit Lisa's Website   ABOUT OUR SPECIAL GUEST Lisa Allen is a Jesus-loving, coffee-loving, leopard-print loving woman. She has a passion for and connection to women and uses this passion as a speaker, coach and ministry leader. She comes with a combined two decades of non-profit leadership as an Executive Director at Proverbs 31 Ministries and as Women's/Life Group Director of Forest Hill Church. These 20 years of experience give her a unique connection to and understanding of women of faith, women pursuing faith and women desiring to walk out their faith authentically.   Her experience as a board-certified life coach, author and speaker has uniquely prepared her as a popular keynote speaker, conference speaker or workshop facilitator. She has served on the Proverbs 31 Ministries Speaker Team for over a decade.   Her engaging messages leave her audience with a renewed passion, calling and confidence. Anyone who spends any time with Lisa can attest that she enjoys the certifications she's received for Enneagram Training, Team Coaching, DISC Personality Profile and Gallup Clifton Strengths. Her book “Your Confidence Compass … From Self-Doubt to Self-Leadership” was released in April, 2025 and has helped women collect the confidence God is providing for them as they create action steps for their season ahead. Lisa lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband and has two grown, married children, a darling Yorkie, PJ and her first grandchild, Noah.

WelcomeHey, beauties. I have felt the call to record this episode for such a long time, and I know this teaching is precious. It is one of those transmissions that everyone on a true growth path will meet sooner or later. I invite you to listen and reflect, to let this episode be as relatable as possible to your own journey.Episode SummaryIn this episode, I guide you to look at the stories and memories that may still be holding you back from your next level. I share how the challenges and initiations we have faced, even the darkest ones, are not failures or punishments, but sacred invitations to heal ourselves and the world.We explore what happens when you fully reject the victim mindset and choose to own your power, even when logic or your past tries to convince you otherwise. I encourage you to see yourself as the one who raised their hand for this work, who took on the healing of pain, abuse, burnout or depression because of your strength, your light, and your connection to the Divine.You will hear about the transformation that unfolds when you declare that nothing is truly against you, and that every moment on your journey counts. I talk about the power of honouring your breakthroughs, celebrating your resilience, and reclaiming your right to lead yourself, moment by moment and breath by breath.Key TakeawaysEvery challenge, even the darkest, is an initiation and a calling to healRejecting the victim story unlocks profound transformationYou chose, at a soul level, to turn poison into medicineWhen you own your journey, you become unstoppable and truly powerfulHonouring your breakthroughs builds your self-trust and self-worthLife changes when you see yourself as the leader of your own pathResources & LinksFor upcoming events, ceremonies, and ways to connect, visit my website or reach out directlyFollow on social media for daily inspiration and updatesExplore previous episodes of The Calling for more teachings and embodimentActionIf this message resonates, take a moment to honour your journey. Celebrate your breakthroughs, no matter how small. Breathe in the knowing that you are leading your life, and every step you take is sacred. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it, and let us continue to rise together.Thank you for listening, for your courage, and for showing up for yourself and the world.With all my love,HomayaI'd love to hear your thoughts, text the show. Homaya Resource Links: Website: https://homaya.org/ Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/homaya/ Free Light Imprint Quiz: https://homaya.org/lightactivatorquiz Soul Contract Activation Meditations: https://homaya.org/the-calling-podcast

You left your 9-to-5 to have freedom — but now your new boss (you) is harsher, more demanding, and pays you less than the old one ever did.” In this episode of PivotMe, April gets real about the dark side of entrepreneurship — when the very business you built for freedom becomes the reason you feel chained. Through raw conversations and personal stories, April exposes the dangers of blurred boundaries, overwork, and the toxic traits of our own “inner boss.” From Selena's powerful reflection on losing control of her schedule to April's candid self-checks, this episode will challenge you to rethink what it means to be in charge — and how to finally become the kind of boss you'd actually want to work for.

Conscious Leadership Starts Here: Step to the Helm of Self-LeadershipWhat happens when you put self-leadership first? You unlock the capacity to build trust, influence, and impact. In this episode of the Leadership Launchpad Podcast, Susan Hobson and Tracey Allen sit down with Kav Salh, founder of Stride Leadership, to explore how self-leadership turns values into real results.Kav shares his journey of loss, resilience, and discovery — and how leading himself first became the foundation for building authentic trust, influence, and impact.

Natalie chats with coach Ruthie Zerai about self-leadership—taking responsibility for managing yourself rather than deferring that power to others.    Episode show notes: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/301 Leave a voice note: https://www.speakpipe.com/baggagereclaim  Support the podcast and leave a tip: https://baggagereclaim.ck.page/products/podcast  'Reclaimed' membership: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/reclaimed/ Work with me: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/consultations/ Baggage Reclaim: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk  Shop courses and books: https://store.baggagereclaim.com Sign up for my newsletter: https://www.baggagereclaim.co.uk/newsletter/  

In today's episode, we will learn 6 ways to begin leading yourself effectively that need to be established before you should consider being a leader to others!

Are you tired of waiting for things to change around you—and ready to take back control? In this empowering episode of It's Your Time, Certified Life Coach Michelle Arnold Burke shares how agency is more than personal development—it's activism. You'll learn practical tools rooted in neuroscience and coaching to shift from reaction to intentional leadership, so you can feel more powerful, less stressed, and fully in charge of your life. ✨ Inside this episode: What it really means to lead yourself first How to reclaim your calendar and energy as forms of activism Tools to shift from reactivity to response using simple brain science The 4 R's of radical responsibility to start changing your life today Why being the Chief Self Officer (CSO) of your life creates ripple effects at work and at home This is your permission to stop outsourcing your power and start showing up as the leader you were born to be.

What if the key to thriving isn't managing your circumstances perfectly—but rooting yourself in the connections that matter most? In this heartfelt conversation, Michael and Megan talk with Elizabeth Oldfield, author of Fully Alive, about reclaiming depth, community, and soul-level steadiness in a culture addicted to speed and distraction. Elizabeth draws on ancient wisdom, modern insight, and her own experience living in intentional community to offer a hopeful path forward.Memorable Quotes“You need to put your roots down deep into love and work out how to find some steadiness.”“When we are honest about our full humanity, we give other people permission to do that, and that's a necessary starting point for actually growing up our souls rather than pretending that we all know what we're doing and we're holding it all together.”“Where we put our attention is essentially who we become.”“I have this sense that fully aliveness is in connection, deep connection, horizontally and vertically.”“Hurrying and destruction are not how we flourish, and we're constantly being encouraged to do those things. So we need to provide some counter pressure towards slowness and steadiness and presence.”Key TakeawaysConnection Is the Core of Flourishing. Relationships—messy, costly, inconvenient—are where we become more fully human.Attention Shapes Who You Become. Distraction isn't just a nuisance; it's a soul-shaping force. Guard your focus.Structure Time Around Your Values. A “rule of life” puts what matters most in place first, so the rest fits around it.Commitment Fuels Depth. Vulnerability without commitment fizzles; together they form lasting community.Ancient Practices Still Work. Sabbath, liturgy, and shared rhythms anchor us in what endures.ResourcesFully Alive by Elizabeth OldfieldThe Sacred podcast by Elizabeth OldfieldWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/-anckhHSdHMThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Leadership is a mindset you practice and nurture every day. In this episode, I share the five points of leadership that matter most and how intention shapes your influence.In this episode:How self-leadership sets the foundation for everything elseWays to strengthen credibility and communication in relationshipsHow to scale culture and decision-making across an organizationWhy generative leadership creates an impact that outlasts youSupport the showJill Griffin, host of The Career Refresh, delivers expert guidance on workplace challenges and career transitions. Jill leverages her experience working for the world's top brands like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton Hotels, and Martha Stewart to address leadership, burnout, team dynamics, and the 4Ps (perfectionism, people-pleasing, procrastination, and personalities). Visit JillGriffinCoaching.com for more details on: Book a 1:1 Career Strategy and Executive Coaching HERE Build a Leadership Identity That Earns Trust and Delivers Results. Gallup CliftonStrengths Corporate Workshops to build a strengths-based culture Team Dynamics training to increase retention, communication, goal setting, and effective decision-making Keynote Speaking Grab a personal Resume Refresh with Jill Griffin HERE Follow @JillGriffinOffical on Instagram for daily inspiration Connect with and follow Jill on LinkedIn

After experiencing burnout and adrenal fatigue, author and entrepreneur Chris Ducker realized hustling harder wasn't the answer. He gets candid about burnout, recovery, and why joy-filled practices are essential for leaders who want to last. Two of his favorites: bonsai gardening and birdwatching. He also makes a compelling case for getting outside. It's a refreshing invitation back to an embodied, sustainable way of life.Memorable Quotes“I hadn't necessarily been burning the candle on both ends. But what I had been doing was a little too much of pretty much everything.”“You don't need to break in order to take a break.”“Self-care actually is a strategy, and it's a strategy that you can use to your advantage, particularly from a business owner standpoint.”“Ultimately you're the engine, you're the spark, you're the difference maker. But even engines need a little maintenance.”“Hobbies, particularly creative hobbies, if you spend a minimum of two hours a week on your hobby, you will be as much as 30% more productive in your work.”“Any kind of success that costs you your health or your family or your joy isn't really actually success.”“We want that big win, that big roar. And you only get that by being really consistent and the real game here is patience. It's consistency, it's showing up when it's not sexy, when it's not flashy, it's doing the unsexy work.”Key TakeawaysBurnout Isn't Just Overwork. Stress from life, context, and even unsustainable pace can take you down. Your body always keeps the score.Self-Care Is Strategy. Leaders last when they guard their health and energy—because even engines need maintenance.Hobbies Heal. Joyful pastimes don't just prevent burnout; they restore creativity and can boost productivity by up to 30%.Step Outside. Just 15 minutes in nature can reset your mind and body. Make it nonnegotiable.Small Shifts, Big Change. Consistent micro moves compound into lasting transformation.ResourcesThe Long Haul Leader by Chris DuckerYoupreneur communityWatch on YouTube at:  https://youtu.be/GOLw7Vz4kRAThis episode was produced by Sarah Vorhees Wendel of VW Sound

Bernie Maloney: The Triangulation Technique—Coaching Agile Teams Through Challenges Read the full Show Notes and search through the world's largest audio library on Agile and Scrum directly on the Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast website: http://bit.ly/SMTP_ShowNotes. Bernie identifies critical patterns that cause teams to self-destruct, with lack of clarity about intention being the most common culprit. When teams are treated as mere "task workers" without clear vision, strategy, or goals, they become depressed and directionless. Some teams seek forgiveness after failed experiments, while others get stuck seeking permission without taking enough self-leadership. Bernie emphasizes that waiting for direction is fundamentally self-destructive behavior, and Scrum Masters must create safety for teams to reach high performance. He introduces the coaching technique of triangulation, where problems become a third point that coach and coachee examine together, side by side, rather than facing each other in opposition. In this segment, we talk about “What the Duck”, a Lego Serious Play workshop. Featured Book of the Week: Start with Why by Simon Sinek Bernie champions "Start with Why" by Simon Sinek as essential reading for Scrum Masters working to transform team culture. He explains that compelling stories are how leaders truly influence others, following the sequence of Attention-Emotion-Reason. This book helps Scrum Masters understand that their job fundamentally involves changing culture, and leaders must demonstrate the change they want to see. Bernie connects this to the broader leadership challenge of developing coaching and mentoring skills within organizational structures. During this segment, we also refer to the following books:  Drive, By Dan Pink Change the Culture, Change the Game, by Connors et al. The Secret Language of Leadership, by Denning Too Many Bosses, Too Few Leaders, by Peshawaria The Geek Way, by McAfee Right Kind of Wrong, by Edmondson   Self-reflection Question: What patterns of self-destructive behavior might your teams be exhibiting, and how could you help them move from seeking permission to taking ownership? [The Scrum Master Toolbox Podcast Recommends]