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2 episodes with susan drumm
2 episodes with susan drumm
What if your biggest life challenges became the catalyst for your boldest leadership chapter yet? Petra Kolber is no stranger to adversity. She's survived cancer twice, pivoted from global fitness icon to mindset coach, and now serves as VP of Mindset for the Daisie Foundation. In this powerful conversation, Petra joins host Susan Drumm to share how midlife became her launchpad, not her slowdown. Together, they explore: Why resilience isn't about bouncing back, but bouncing forward The mindset shifts that helped Petra rewrite her story How to let go of perfectionism and lead with authenticity What executives can learn from their own moments of disruption Whether you're navigating a personal pivot or feeling the pull to reinvent your leadership path, this episode will challenge you to trade burnout for boldness and live a story you're excited to lead.
What does it really mean to lead with authenticity—and how do you know when it's courageous vs. careless? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, host Susan Drumm sits down with Cindy Adams, executive coach and co-founder of The Enneagram in Business Network, to explore one of the most misunderstood leadership traits: authenticity. Together, we unpack: Why "saying it like it is" can sometimes sabotage your impact How your Enneagram type shapes your version of authenticity The difference between emotional expression and emotional intelligence How to evolve your communication style as your leadership matures Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 team or scaling a growing business, this episode will help you lead with more discernment, presence, and power, not just bold expression.
On this episode of Great Practice, Great Life, Steve Riley welcomes Susan Drumm—a Harvard-trained lawyer, bestselling author of The Leader's Playlist, and leadership advisor whose path from law to acting to consulting shaped her approach to leadership. Susan shows how to lead with purpose by connecting music, neuroscience, and personal growth. Her eclectic career taught her the power of reinvention. Today she helps leaders uncover blind spots, disrupt limiting patterns, and embrace cognitive diversity, enabling purposeful leadership in business and life. Susan shares how music can shift emotional states, rewire the brain, and help leaders stay grounded in high-pressure moments such as client meetings or trials. She explains why processing negative emotions is essential and how reframing them—using tools like music—can turn challenges into opportunities for growth. Listeners will hear vivid stories, like how Bruno Mars' 24K Magic helped her release resentment and reclaim her confidence. You'll also learn how her use of the Enneagram can help uncover leadership “superpowers” and strengthen team dynamics. This conversation is a fresh reminder that true leadership is more than strategy. It's about how you show up, connect with others, and lead with purpose every day. In this episode, you will hear: Susan Drumm's unique journey from law to leadership advising, integrating music and neuroscience Importance of pattern recognition and cognitive diversity in enhancing leadership and team dynamics Music as a transformative tool for shifting emotional states and breaking free from negative patterns Creating empowering playlists to promote emotional resilience and personal growth Leveraging tools like the Enneagram to identify blind spots and improve decision-making Using music to consciously foster freedom, connection, and playfulness in leadership Advice and resources for using music to enhance leadership skills and personal development Subscribe & Review Never miss an episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube. ⭐Like what you hear? A quick review helps more people find the show.⭐ Supporting Resources: Subscribe to the Atticus Newsletter: atticusadvantage.com/newsletter Susan Drumm: susandrumm.com Meritage Leadership Development: meritageleadership.com The Enlightened Executive Podcast: susandrumm.com/podcast Leadership Superpower & Roadblock Assessment (Free Quiz on SusanDrumm.com): meritageleadership.com/quiz The Leader's Playlist Masterclass: susandrumm.com/masterclass Susan's Enneagram Applied Program: susandrumm.kartra.com/page/Join-EnneagramApplied *get 20% off Susan's Enneagram Applied course with code 20OFFEA Susan's social media platforms: x.com/DrummLeadership www.instagram.com/drummleadership www.linkedin.com/in/susan-drumm-bb09732 www.facebook.com/drummleadership www.youtube.com/@susandrumm Benson Boone: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jP2eiap41o8 The Summit: atticussummit.com Music moves brain to pay attention, Stanford study https://med.stanford.edu/news/all-news/2007/07/music-moves-brain-to-pay-attention-stanford-study-finds Music doesn't just evoke memories — it can also change how we remember the past: study https://nypost.com/2024/12/22/lifestyle/music-can-change-how-we-remember-the-past-psychology-researcher-says/ Music's power over our brains https://www.apa.org/monitor/2020/11/news-music-power The effects of music on brain plasticity https://myneuronews.com/2025/04/27/the-effects-of-music-on-brain-plasticity/ Listening to music lights up the whole brain https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2011/12/111205081731.htm If there's a topic you would like us to cover on an upcoming episode, please email us at steve.riley@atticusadvantage.com. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.
What if your greatest strength as a CEO is also your biggest limitation? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm sits down with Allison Maslan, aserial entrepreneur, author, and CEO of Pinnacle Global Network, to explore a critical challenge most high-performing leaders face:
What if your biggest leadership mistakes aren't due to poor judgment—but hidden assumptions? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm speaks with Dr. Alan Barnard, one of the world's top decision scientists and a leading expert in the Theory of Constraints. Together, they unpack why even high-performing leaders make bad decisions—and how to avoid the most common traps that derail clarity and performance. You'll discover: The 5 biggest decision-making mistakes (and how to avoid them) How to use emotions as strategic data—not distractions The role of AI and experimentation in leveling up your leadership One simple question to surface team resistance and unlock action If you're ready to make faster, smarter, and more aligned decisions, this episode delivers the mindset shifts and tools to get there.
Discomfort Isn't the Enemy: How to Lead Through Challenge with Sterling Hawkins What if the key to becoming a breakthrough leader isn't more confidence or clarity—but more discomfort? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm talks with Sterling Hawkins—author, keynote speaker, and founder of the “No Matter What” movement—about why the most effective leaders don't avoid discomfort. They leverage it. Sterling shares his 5-step method for using discomfort to drive growth, from reframing challenges to building real accountability. Learn how to stop resisting discomfort and start using it as a compass toward transformation—for yourself and your team. You'll learn: Why discomfort is a critical ingredient in breakthrough leadership How to spot subtle ways you're avoiding growth The neuroscience behind emotional resistance—and how to rewire it A powerful mindset shift from Richard Branson that changed the game How to build a culture where discomfort leads to innovation, not burnout If you're ready to evolve as a leader, this episode is your invitation to step into the stretch zone.
The Power of Boundaries: Unlocking Innovation Through Constraints with Rachel Druckenmiller Episode Description: What do photographing polar bears in the Arctic and leading high-performing teams have in common? More than you might think. In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm sits down with Rachel Druckenmiller—leadership strategist, keynote speaker, and founder of Avenue M Group—to explore how boundaries and constraints can fuel creativity, drive innovation, and empower your team. Tune in to learn: Why clear constraints spark smarter problem-solving How to unlock insights from the front lines of your organization Why failure shouldn't just be tolerated—but celebrated How to foster a culture of experimentation without losing control Rachel's lessons from the wild translate into bold leadership moves you can implement today—especially when the pressure is on.
The Leaders Playlist: Redefining Power, Presence, And Impact With Susan DrummWhat if the key to your growth as a leader wasn't found in another strategy, but in a song?In this soulful and enlightening episode of the Sacred Changemakers Podcast, Jayne is joined by leadership expert, CEO advisor, and bestselling author Susan Drumm for a conversation that will change how you think about leadership, transformation, and the power of presence.Susan has coached billionaire CEOs, political figures, and Fortune 100 executives, yet what sets her apart isn't just her credentials; it's her heart. In this episode, she opens up about her journey through adversity, the inner patterns that hold us back, and how she learned to lead herself through challenge with compassion and courage.Together, we explore the importance of self-leadership, emotional honesty, and rewriting the unconscious narratives that shape our lives. You'll discover why Susan believes music is a revolutionary tool for healing and growth and how her book The Leader's Playlist offers a practical, neuroscience-backed pathway to becoming a more resonant, empowered leader.They also delve into the Enneagram, the role of vulnerability in leadership, and what it truly means to “practice what you preach” in both personal and professional life.If you're craving a fresh, deeply human approach to leadership, this episode is your invitation. Honest, vibrant, and full of heart, it's one you won't want to miss.Key TakeawaysSelf-leadership comes first. Growth begins with inner work and emotional honesty.Break old patterns. Recognize and disrupt beliefs that limit your leadership.Music rewires the brain. Use sound to shift states and lead with greater impact.Lead with your body. Embodiment creates presence and deeper connection.Use the Enneagram. A powerful tool for insight, feedback, and growth.Be real. Authenticity and vulnerability are the new edge of leadership.Episode Resources:SusanDrumm.comSusan's Website: Meritage LeadershipBOOK: The Leader's Playlist by Susan DrummSusan's LinkedIn ProfileSacredChangemakers.comExplore The Resonance CollectiveJayne Warrilow on LinkedInSpecial Offer for Sacred Changemakers ListenersSusan is offering 20% off her powerful course, Enneagram Applied, an online, self-paced journey designed to help you deepen your leadership through the lens of the Enneagram.The course includes:Four transformative sessionsA personalized Enneagram Leadership Style AssessmentA detailed 20+ page report tailored to your growthUse code 20OFFEA at checkout to receive your discount.Join Enneagram AppliedThank you to our sponsor:A huge thank you to our Resonance Collective members, podcast sponsors, and extended Sacred Changemakers community, all of whom are visible on our website and helping us make a...
Susan's life was forever changed at age five after a near-death experience that awakened her mission to lead with purpose. From Harvard Law to the London Academy of Dramatic Arts, to founding Meritage Leadership Development, her journey blends empathy, innovation, and neuroscience to help leaders evolve. She's not just transforming companies—she's transforming consciousness.00:50- About Susan DrummSusan Drumm is the founder and CEO of Meritage Leadership Development.She is a CEO Advisor, Speaker, and Leadership Change Agent focused on helping leaders and their teams develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment
What if the greatest leadership transformation doesn't start with a new strategy—but with a shift in you? In this episode of The Enlightened Executive, Daniel McCollum joins Susan Drumm to explore how self-awareness, vulnerability, and intentional growth become the foundation for high-performing teams and thriving organizational culture. Together, they unpack why inner development is no longer optional for executives—and how simple, daily practices can help leaders move from reactivity to conscious, values-based influence. Whether you're leading a team, scaling a company, or driving culture change, this episode will help you: Move beyond auto-pilot and lead with intention Create psychological safety through authentic leadership Use reflection and feedback to evolve your leadership style Build trust, innovation, and adaptability across your organization Tune in to learn how your personal growth can unlock your team's full potential—and transform your business from the inside out.
Leadership development is essential for professionals looking to overcome people problems, scale their organizations, and lead with clarity and confidence. In this inspiring episode, Susan Drumm—CEO of Meritage Leadership—shares powerful insights and practical frameworks that empower leaders to shift mindset, resolve team conflict, and accelerate growth.If you're searching for strategies to overcome stagnation, improve team dynamics, or elevate your own executive potential, Susan's approach provides actionable solutions. Her unique blend of experience—spanning law, strategy consulting, acting, and coaching—means she meets leaders exactly where they are. She breaks down how to identify leadership patterns that no longer serve you and offers tools to create lasting change.We dive into the power of the Enneagram in leadership for uncovering blind spots, the importance of executive presence in today's hybrid workforce, and how to develop high performance teams using team building strategies rooted in neuroscience and empathy. Susan explains why managing mindset is more effective than micromanaging actions, and how pattern disruption leadership is the future of adaptive, scalable leadership.You'll learn how leadership coaching differs from mentorship, how emotional intelligence and 360 feedback tools drive growth, and how entrepreneur leadership requires a renewed focus on inner awareness and external clarity. If you're a manager, business owner, or executive who's struggling with team accountability, burnout, or a lack of momentum, this episode offers clear, tested solutions and a path forward.
This episode Susan Drumm explores how recognizing patterns—both your own and others'—can transform your relationships in every area of life. Susan discusses how these patterns impact personal connections, professional dynamics, and self-awareness, offering actionable insights to help you create deeper, more meaningful relationships. BONUS: Take Susan's free quiz at www.susandrumm.com/quiz, designed to reveal your personal strengths and address what might be blocking your growth.Join our exclusive email list and unlock even more valuable insights, expert advice, and bonus content to enhance your relationship superpowers. —sign up HERE today!Connect with Barb BettsInstagram: @barbbettsFacebook: @barbarambettsYouTube: youtube/@barbbettsWebsite: www.barbbetts.comLet's Stay in Touch!https://www.liinks.co/barbbettsBarb Betts is a sought-after keynote speaker, seasoned real estate expert, passionate educator, and the CEO of The RECollective, a thriving boutique brokerage in Southern California. Barb has delighted countless stages including, Inman Connect, WomanUP!, and at the National Association of REALTORS® Annual Conference. Whether she's teaching on referrals, authenticity or leveraging relationships, Barb brings an honest, compassionate, and transparent approach to every single stage. As a real estate professional, with over 20 years experience, Barb has mastered the ever changing real estate landscape and the balance of running a vibrant brokerage. Through her signature course, Real Estate By Relationship®, Barb educates business builders on the exact systems, proc...
Be Unmessablewith: The Podcast hosted by Josselyne Herman-Saccio
In this episode, Josselyne Herman-Saccio interviews Susan Drumm, a CEO and leadership coach. They speak about leadership, delegation, and being unmessablewith. Susan shares her journey from being an actor to leadership coaching and discusses the challenges that leaders face in fulfilling their vision. She emphasizes the importance of effective delegation and provides a model for successful delegation. Susan also introduces the concept of using music and the Enneagram to shift mindset and overcome challenges. The conversation concludes with Susan offering a quiz and a gift to help listeners on their path to enlightened leadership. Get Your Basics Of Being Unmessablewith Get your Enneagram Applied 20% off using the coupon code DRUMM Enneagram Applied that offers an online journey through four self-paced sessions, paired with a unique Enneagram Leadership Style Assessment and a comprehensive 20+ page report to deepen their leadership insights. Link: https://susandrumm.kartra.com/page/Join-EnneagramApplied Find Susan at: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn X Connect With Me Website: beunmessablewith.com Instagram: @beunmessablewith Linkedin Facebook Email Book a FREE exploration call with Josselyne
https://susandrumm.com/ Visit Susan's website here ! Uncover the secrets to discovering your true leadership style in this engaging conversation! Learn how to identify your superpowers, use pattern recognition effectively, and apply the Enneagram for personal and leadership growth. This video explores the power of mindset shifts, pattern disruption, and the role of music in leadership development. Whether you are an executive, entrepreneur, or just starting on your leadership journey, these insights will help you lead with clarity and confidence. Tune in for actionable tips and personal stories that will inspire you to elevate your leadership game! Chapter Guide (Timestamps): 00:00 - Introduction: Exploring Leadership Styles 01:30 - The Importance of Pattern Recognition for Leaders 04:30 - How Enneagram Helps Understand Leadership Styles 07:40 - Pattern Disruption: Breaking Old Habits 11:10 - The Power of Music in Leadership Development 14:40 - Using Music to Create New Mindset Patterns 18:30 - Emotional Vibrations and Their Impact on Leadership 21:50 - Leadership Coaching: Tools for Personal Growth 25:10 - Recognizing and Overcoming Leadership Blind Spots 29:20 - Scaling a Leadership Coaching Business 33:10 - Non-Negotiables for Leaders: Meditation & Exercise 36:00 - Final Thoughts: Reinventing Leadership Through Passion SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE VIDEOS! Ambassador Group Insurance Dave Delorenzo
The Power of Music in LeadershipIn a recent podcast episode, the host had an enlightening conversation with Susan Drumm, CEO of Meritage Leadership Development and author of the USA Today bestselling book, "The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life". This episode delves into the fascinating intersection of music, neuroscience, and leadership, exploring how music can serve as a transformative tool for personal and professional growth. Susan, with over 20 years of experience in leadership development, has a remarkable ability to recognize and disrupt unproductive patterns in leaders, helping them build high-performance teams.Susan's book, "The Leader's Playlist", emphasizes the power of music in leadership. Leaders often face the challenge of achieving exceptional results in an environment characterized by rapid change and complexity. Many find themselves stuck in unproductive patterns that hinder their effectiveness. Susan introduces the idea that music can be a secret weapon in recognizing and disrupting these patterns. For example, she shares a compelling story about a chief marketing officer who struggled with feelings of exclusion. Through coaching, Susan helped her identify the root of this pattern, create a playlist that represented her feelings, and develop a new playlist that embodied her desired emotional state, ultimately improving her relationships with colleagues.Susan explains that music's ability to change emotional states is well-known, but its potential to help identify and transform limiting patterns is less recognized. Music activates all four regions of the brain, making it a powerful tool for personal development. By pairing behavioral changes with music, individuals can accelerate their transformation and achieve their goals more effectively. Susan encourages leaders to be intentional about their music choices, using it as a tool for state change and personal growth. The episode concludes with Susan inviting listeners to visit her website, [susandrumm.com](https://www.susandrumm.com), where they can take a quiz to discover their path to enlightened leadership and receive a downloadable playlist to help them create their own music-based transformation.About Susan Drumm:Susan Drumm is a CEO Advisor, speaker, USA Today bestselling author, and leadership coach dedicated to empowering leaders and their teams to thrive in today's disruptive landscape. With extensive experience coaching billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, and Fortune 100 executives, she leverages her diverse academic background—including graduate degrees from Harvard Law School and Carnegie Mellon University—to inform her unique coaching approach.As a Master Certified Coach (MCC) through the International Coaching Federation, Susan holds multiple certifications, including HeartMath™ and the Integrative Enneagram. She is the two-time bestselling author of *The Leader's Playlist*, where she explores how music and childhood experiences impact leadership.Her podcast, "The Enlightened Executive", ranks in the top 2% globally, featuring groundbreaking strategies for personal and leadership effectiveness. Susan's clientele spans various industries, including tech, healthcare, and finance, with notable organizations such as KPMG and Oracle.Before founding Meritage Leadership Development, Susan held senior consulting roles at The Boston Consulting Group and NBC/GE. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, she is an active member of the Entrepreneurs' Organization and enjoys travel, hiking, and spending time with her toy Australian Shepherd, Jasmine.About Meritage Leadership Development:Meritage is a leadership consulting firm built on the principle that people are the most important asset of any business. We know that without high-performance leadership and aligned teams, no company can reach its full...
Episode 114: Susan Drumm & Her Book, The Leader's Playlist: Unleash The Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life ABOUT SUSAN Susan Drumm is a CEO Advisor, Speaker, USA Today Bestselling Author and Leadership Coach focused on helping leaders and their teams to develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams and incredible entrepreneurs that set out to disrupt the marketplace. She is the two-time #1 bestselling author of The Leader's Playlist: unleash the power of music and neuroscience to transform your leadership and your life. Susan's YouTube channel and podcast, The Enlightened Executive, is ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally. In the show, she spotlights ground-breaking techniques and strategies to help executives and entrepreneurs get the edge in personal and leadership effectiveness. Susan's firm, Meritage Leadership Development, works with C-suite executives from financial services, private equity, tech, healthcare, professional services, media, consumer products, consulting and law. She has worked with organizations such as KPMG, Oracle, Viacom, Microsoft, Conde Nast, L'Oreal, A&E Networks, USS Steel and Cisco. CONVERSATION HIGHLIGHTS · When it comes to having an eclectic background, each step infuses the leadership development work that we do today. · Developing a skill set and losing interest in its application. · Strategy - Culture = Dead In The Water · Measuring the seemingly unmeasurable. · "What am I going to do with the rest of my life?" · How acting taught Susan to deal with her inner critic. · "It's okay if you don't figure it out. It's about collecting experiences, because if you stay open, the background will come together." · "If you keep looking and keep pursuing where that sort of bliss or passion will come from, you'll find it." · "Childhood wounds and experiences...give you a super power, but they also can come with a liability." · Returning home to an inherent sense of play: Spirit of Play + Fostering Creativity = Producing Best Work · Susan's Super Power: Patter Recognition & Disruption, which lead to Freedom. · From watching her father: I was never going to suffer in a job I didn't like. · "You are who you are in everything you do." The MAIN QUESTION underlying my conversation with Susan is, Have you learned about what triggers you in life in order to elevate yourself above it to lead others? FIND SUSAN Website: meritageleadership.com/ Website: susandrumm.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/susan-drumm The Enlighted Leadership Quiz: https://susandrumm.com/quiz/ LinkedIn – Full Podcast Article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/episode-114-susan-drumm-her-book-leaders-playlist-john-m--kzjye/?trackingId=zo4vjrH8Rfycz9KvgSFCKw%3D%3D CHAPTERS 00:00 - The Book Leads Podcast - Susan Drumm 00:58- Introduction & Bio 02:57- Who are you today? Can you provide more information about your work? 04:14- How did your path into your career look like, and what did it look like up until now? 16:16- How does the work you're doing today reconcile to who you were as a child? 17:57- What is your superpower? 19:42 - What does leadership mean to you? 20:53- Can you introduce us to the book we're discussing? 23:38- The importance of music in Susan's life. 25:27- Can you provide a general overview of the book? 28:09- What lessons have you taken away from the book? 37:34- What's next for your writing? 38:56 - Where Susan's aptitude for disruption comes from. 42:01- What book has inspired you? 44:55- What are you up to these days? (A way for guests to share and market their projects and work.) This series has become my Masterclass In Humanity. I'd love for you to join me and see what you take away from these conversations. Learn more about The Book Leads and listen to past episodes: Watch on YouTube Listen on Spotify Listen on Google Podcasts Listen on Apple Podcasts Read About The Book Leads – Blog Post For more great content, subscribe to my newsletter Last Week's Leadership Lessons, if you haven't already!
Susan Drumm a Leadership Coach and CEO of Meritage Leadership on a mission to help leaders and their teams to develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, prominent Fortune 50 executive teams and incredible entrepreneurs that set out to disrupt the marketplace. Her firm, Meritage Leadership, uses a cadre of 15 seasoned coaches and consultants who work with senior leaders and executive teams. She is also the host of the podcast and YouTube channel The Enlightened Executive, where she interviews founders and CEOs on the most cutting-edge programs, assessments, apps and techniques in personal and leadership effectiveness. Meritage works with private equity firms and their emerging portfolio companies, as well as large corporations such as Oracle, Viacom, KPMG, A&E Networks, Genentech and others. Susan has graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art.
Get Noticed! Send a text.Are you an entrepreneur struggling with self-defeating patterns or feeling trapped in your own success? Susan Drumm, bestselling author and leadership consultant, reveals how music can be a powerful tool for disrupting negative mindsets and creating positive change. In this episode, she explains the concept of "The Leader's Playlist" and how it can help entrepreneurs recognise and overcome limiting beliefs. Through fascinating case studies, Drumm demonstrates how carefully chosen songs can interrupt destructive thought patterns and foster new, empowering states of mind. Learn practical tips for creating your own transformative playlist and discover how this innovative approach can enhance team dynamics. Whether you're battling feelings of exclusion or seeking to cultivate peace and appreciation, Drumm's insights offer a fresh, melodious path to personal growth and leadership excellence.Book recommendation: "The Untethered Soul" by Michael SingerPodcastpage.io - Launch your podcast website in minutesViddyoze: Create client-grabbing videosClient-grabbing videos in just 3 clicks with the world's most powerful video animation platformTurn your ideas into unique productsCreate custom products with your own design!Search the whole Internet's podcastsListen Notes, The Best Podcast Search EngineDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.If you could ask 500 entrepreneurs a question about how they got noticed,Would you have one?That's right. You can ask a question and we can give you a summary of the thoughts of all of my guests on that topic, direct quotes, and links to where they gave comment.Check amazing new resource at: https://theunnoticed.horsy.ai/You may even think that it's worth making a contribution to Support the show here.
Welcome back to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast! Today, we have an extraordinary episode for you, featuring an inspiring conversation between our host Bernadette and leadership expert Susan Drumm. We'll dive into the transformative power of music in leadership, exploring Susan's unique approach that combines the Enneagram model with carefully curated playlists to redefine leadership from the inside out.Susan will share her insights from her book "The Leader's Playlist" and explain how understanding and shifting one's internal "playlist" can uncover and address deep-seated emotions and beliefs, leading to more effective leadership. We'll hear compelling stories, including how a leader named Deborah shifted her emotional patterns and how Bernadette herself overcame feelings of exclusion in her corporate career.Key Takeaways: - The Leader's Playlist Concept - The "playlist" symbolizes the internal beliefs we broadcast to the world. - Music as a Transformational Tool - Music can trigger and reshape emotions, helping to form new neural pathways. -- Practical Application - Susan shared the story of Deborah, a CMO who overcame feelings of exclusion by identifying her emotional pattern and using music to shift her mindset. - Steps to Emotional Awareness and Change - Identify underlying emotions and beliefs. - Use music to interrupt old neural pathways. - And more.... Call to Action: -1. Read Susan's Book: For more in-depth insights and practical guidance, check out "The Leader's Playlist" by Susan Drumm. HERE- Connect with Susan Drumm: Visit her website at www.susandrum.com- Follow her on social media for updates and resources: - Twitter: @SusanDrumm, LinkedIn: Susan Drumm - Join the Conversation - Share your thoughts on the episode and how music has impacted your leadership journey. Use our hashtag #SheddingCorporateBitch and tag @BernadetteBoas to keep the dialogue going. Tune in to this episode for an eye-opening discussion that will inspire you to harness the power of music and self-awareness to become a more empathetic and effective leader. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast on your favorite platform!Support the Show.
Welcome back to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast! Today, we have an extraordinary episode for you, featuring an inspiring conversation between our host Bernadette and leadership expert Susan Drumm. We'll dive into the transformative power of music in leadership, exploring Susan's unique approach that combines the Enneagram model with carefully curated playlists to redefine leadership from the inside out.Susan will share her insights from her book "The Leader's Playlist" and explain how understanding and shifting one's internal "playlist" can uncover and address deep-seated emotions and beliefs, leading to more effective leadership. We'll hear compelling stories, including how a leader named Deborah shifted her emotional patterns and how Bernadette herself overcame feelings of exclusion in her corporate career.Key Takeaways: - The Leader's Playlist Concept - The "playlist" symbolizes the internal beliefs we broadcast to the world. - Music as a Transformational Tool - Music can trigger and reshape emotions, helping to form new neural pathways. -- Practical Application - Susan shared the story of Deborah, a CMO who overcame feelings of exclusion by identifying her emotional pattern and using music to shift her mindset. - Steps to Emotional Awareness and Change - Identify underlying emotions and beliefs. - Use music to interrupt old neural pathways. - And more.... Call to Action: -1. Read Susan's Book: For more in-depth insights and practical guidance, check out "The Leader's Playlist" by Susan Drumm. HERE- Connect with Susan Drumm: Visit her website at www.susandrum.com- Follow her on social media for updates and resources: - Twitter: @SusanDrumm, LinkedIn: Susan Drumm - Join the Conversation - Share your thoughts on the episode and how music has impacted your leadership journey. Use our hashtag #SheddingCorporateBitch and tag @BernadetteBoas to keep the dialogue going. Tune in to this episode for an eye-opening discussion that will inspire you to harness the power of music and self-awareness to become a more empathetic and effective leader. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast on your favorite platform!Support the Show.
In this episode we're digging into the archives to bring stories of unimaginable challenges and extraordinary resilience. From Johanna White's awe-inspiring battle with a life-altering diagnosis to Michael Horwitz's recovery and transformation after a severe medical scare, and Susan Drumm overcoming perfectionism and conquering self-acceptance, these amazing stories highlight the indomitable human spirit. Each guest shares their unique journey of facing their darkest moments with courage and finding renewal through hope, faith, and tenacity. This episode not only celebrates the power of human resilience but also explores how pivotal moments of adversity can lead to profound personal growth and life lessons. Tune in for a dose of inspiration and a reminder of what it means to truly overcome and transform adversity into opportunity.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome to the Eternal Optimist: Highlights00:01:50 - Johanna White: Healing and Hustling, A Story of Overcoming and Achieving00:19:53 - Michael Horwitz, Ed.D: Overcoming Addiction00:29:19 - Susan Drumm: Perfectionism vs. Self-Acceptance, Embracing Imperfection for True HappinessThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Eternal Optimist? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review!
Guest Bio:Susan Drumm is a leadership development advisor with a rich academic and professional background, including Harvard Law School and the London School of Music and Dramatic Arts. She has coached billionaires, CEOs, and political figures, guiding them to enhance their leadership capabilities through increased self-awareness and strategic personal development. Susan is also the author of "The Leader's Playlist," where she merges her expertise in leadership with her passion for music to offer innovative approaches to personal and professional growth.Core Topics:Enlightened Leadership: Susan defines "enlightened leadership" as a blend of awareness about one's impact on others and an intimate understanding of one's internal dialogue. She discusses the balance between recognizing personal strengths and addressing weaknesses that could limit leadership potential.Patterns of Success and Struggle: Drawing on her extensive experience coaching top executives and leaders, Susan identifies common 'playlists'—patterns of thought—that can propel leaders to success or serve as obstacles. She emphasizes the importance of transforming these internal narratives to achieve sustained effectiveness and fulfillment.The Power of Music in Leadership: Susan explains how she uses music not only as a metaphor but as a practical tool to help leaders reprogram their subconscious and foster more empowering beliefs. She shares examples of how specific songs can anchor new, positive mindsets, facilitating profound personal changes.Radical Career Changes: Susan reflects on her own career transitions, from law and business to acting and then to leadership development, highlighting the insights gained and the challenges overcome. She provides advice for those contemplating significant career changes, focusing on the need for courage, clarity, and commitment to personal growth.Resources:Learn more about Susan Drumm:WebsiteThe Enlightened Executive (Podcast)LinkedinXFacebookYouTubeLearn more about Josh Linkner:WebsiteYouTubeLinkedInInstagramXFacebookABOUT MIC DROP:Hear from the world's top thought leaders and experts, sharing tipping point moments, strategies, and approaches that led to their speaking career success. Throughout each episode, host Josh Linkner, #1 Innovation keynote speaker in the world, deconstructs guests' Mic Drop moments and provides tactical tools and takeaways that can be applied to any speaking business, no matter its starting point. You'll enjoy hearing from some of the top keynote speakers in the industry including: Ryan Estis, Alison Levine, Peter Sheahan, Seth Mattison, Cassandra Worthy, and many more. Mic Drop is sponsored by ImpactEleven.Learn more at: MicDropPodcast.comABOUT THE HOST:Josh Linkner — a New York Times bestselling author — is a rare blend of business, art, and science.On the business front, he's been the founder and CEO of five tech companies, which created over 10,000 jobs and sold for a combined value of over $200 million. He's the co-founder and Managing Partner of Muditā (moo-DEE-tah) Venture Partners - an early-stage venture capital firm investing in groundbreaking technologies. Over the last 30 years, he's helped over 100 startups launch and scale, creating over $1 billion in investor returns. He's twice been named the EY Entrepreneur of The Year and is the recipient of the United States Presidential Champion of Change Award.While proud of his business success, his roots are in the dangerous world of jazz music. Josh has been playing guitar in smoky jazz clubs for 40 years, studied at the prestigious Berklee College of Music, and has performed over 1000 concerts around the world. His experiences in both business and music led him to become one of the world's foremost experts on innovation. Joshis the co-founder and Chairman of Platypus Labs, a global research, training, and consulting firm. Today, he's on a mission to help leaders Find A Way™ through creative problem-solving, inventive thinking, and ingenuity.Learn more about Josh: JoshLinkner.comSPONSORED BY AMPLIFY PUBLISHING GROUP:Partnering with CXOs, keynote speakers, change makers, and other visionary leaders, Amplify Publishing Group (APG) is a leader in the hybrid publishing space with more than twenty years of experience acquiring, producing, marketing, and distributing books. Passionate about ideas and voices that need to be heard, they're known for launching books that start engaging and timely conversations. At each turn, they have been at the forefront of innovation and have spearheaded a critical disruption of the publishing industry.Learn more at: amplifypublishinggroup.comABOUT IMPACTELEVEN:From refining your keynote speaking skills to writing marketing copy, from connecting you with bureaus to boosting your fees, to developing high-quality websites, producing head-turning demo reels, Impact Eleven (formerly 3 Ring Circus) offers a comprehensive and powerful set of services to help speakers land more gigs at higher fees. Learn more at: impacteleven.comPRODUCED BY DETROIT PODCAST STUDIOS:In Detroit, history was made when Barry Gordy opened Motown Records back in 1960. More than just discovering great talent, Gordy built a systematic approach to launching superstars. 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In episode 5.16, Scott and Vince welcome special guest Susan Drumm to explore her fascinating intersection of leadership, business, and music. Susan's diverse educational background sets the stage for a dynamic discussion on her book, The Leader's Playlist, which delves into the powerful connection between music and leadership. Susan shares how she utilizes music as a coaching tool to inspire and drive change within organizations, leveraging its emotive qualities to interrupt old patterns and foster productivity. The conversation delves into the profound impact of music on our lives, as well as how we can harness its influence to motivate ourselves and enhance our emotional well-being. With personal anecdotes and insights from Susan, Vince, Scott, and Ivo, this episode offers a compelling exploration of the transformative power of music in leadership and personal development. As the episode concludes, listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own experiences with music and consider how they can leverage its potential to drive positive change in both their professional and personal lives. By recognizing the emotive resonance of music and its ability to evoke memories and emotions, individuals can gain deeper insights into their mindset and behavior patterns. Armed with this awareness, they can develop strategies to navigate challenges, cultivate resilience, and ultimately, lead with greater authenticity and effectiveness. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Susan Drumm is a CEO Advisor, Speaker, USA Today Bestselling Author and Leadership Coach focused on helping leaders and their teams develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs who set out to disrupt the marketplace. Susan has graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Susan obtained the highest level of coaching certification as Master Certified Coach (MCC) through the International Coaching Federation. She is the two-time #1 bestselling author of The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. In the book, Susan unveils a groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can heal those wounds. Learn more by visiting meritageleadership.com. ABOUT OUR HOSTS: Scott De Long, Ph.D., is an entrepreneur, author, educator, and Founder of Lead2Goals, a business leadership organization that provides coaching, facilitation, and training for growth-oriented organizations. Scott has recently released his first book, "I Thought I Was A Leader... A Journey to Building Trust, Leading Teams & Inspiring Change." Available at Amazon. Vince Moiso, MBA, is the Founder and President of VIS Aspire Inc., a business management consultant group. He is also a Principal and President of Oceanside Glass & Tile. Vince is the author of the book "How to Survive the Wilderness: The Playbook for the Entrepreneur and High Performer." Also available at Amazon. To learn more about Scott De Long, Ph.D., and Vince Moiso, MBA, please visit theceopodcast.net. If you have questions or comments, or to make topic suggestions for future episodes, please contact them at scottandvince@gmail.com. ABOUT LEAD2GOALS: Lead2Goals is based in Southern California and provides business leadership training and employee development through soft skills training, executive coaching, team-building, and strategic planning. To learn more, please contact Scott at scott@lead2goals.com or visit lead2goals.com. ABOUT VIS ASPIRE: VIS Aspire is a small business consulting firm dedicated to the flooring industry. Their mission is to transform your business and exceed expectations through mindful preparation and meaningful action. To learn more, please contact Vince at vincent@visaspireinc.com or visit visaspireinc.com.
This week on The Bo & Luke Show, we've got a special treat for our devoted listeners — an exclusive episode with none other than Susan Drumm, the leadership maestro herself!
Today's episode of the Second in Command podcast is a recast of a conversation between Cameron and Susan Drumm, host of The Enlightened Executive podcast. During the episode, Cameron discusses his passion for enhancing leadership within companies. He highlights the importance of CEOs investing in their leadership teams, notably their second in command, to foster substantial business growth. Through his company, The COO Alliance, and his innovative course, "Invest in Your Leaders," Cameron aims to equip senior management with the necessary tools for success, emphasizing the transformative power of learning from peer environments over traditional educational systems.Cameron introduces the concept of the "Vivid Vision," a powerful tool he created to clarify and communicate a company's future state in a detailed, four-to-five-page document. This vision, crafted by the CEO, encapsulates all aspects of the company three years down the line, serving as a north star for the leadership team to strategize and operationalize. By drawing a parallel to constructing a home, he illustrates the necessity of a clear vision to guide the execution of strategies, bypassing the inefficiencies of traditional mission statements. This approach ensures that everyone in the organization aligns with the CEO's vision, fostering a cohesive effort towards common goals.The episode further explores Cameron's personal growth strategies and his philosophy on leadership development. Emphasizing the importance of focusing on one's unique abilities and delegating lesser tasks, he advocates for continuous learning targeted at immediate needs and projects. He criticizes the traditional education system and generic business advice for their lack of applicability and encourages leaders to cultivate their teams' strengths and capabilities. By adopting this tailored approach to personal and team development, Cameron believes that leaders can more effectively drive their organizations toward success, making his insights invaluable for CEOs and entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses.Enjoy!In This Episode You'll Learn:The value of learning from peer environments over traditional educational systems. (1:39)The podcast highlights the critical role that second-in-command figures, like COOs, play in supporting the CEO and driving the company's vision forward. (3:26)The concept of a "Vivid Vision," a detailed 4-5 page document that outlines the company's future as envisioned by the CEO. - Cameron Herold (5:30)The importance of focusing on one's unique abilities and delegating tasks that fall outside of these strengths. (17:08)A common blind spot among CEOs: the focus on self-growth rather than developing their leadership teams. (27:53)The inefficiency of consuming random business advice, and the importance of targeted learning — focusing on acquiring knowledge that is directly relevant to current projects or challenges. (30:25)And much more...Resources:Connect with Cameron: Website | LinkedInGet Cameron's latest book “Meetings Suck: Turning One of The Most Loathed Elements of Business into One of the Most Valuable”Get Cameron's online course – Invest In Your...
Elzie sits down with the multi-talented Susan Drumm, a widely respected entrepreneur and leadership expert. Susan has revolutionized a decade-old program, transforming it into a model that empowers anyone to foster better teamwork. Explore her journey from Harvard Law, consulting, acting, and her unique blend of music and neuroscience in leadership outlined in her book, "The Leader's Playlist". Get a glimpse into her 17-year journey with Meritage Leadership, the hurdles of entrepreneurship, and the balancing act of scaling a business. Susan also introduces the Enneagram tool, which reveals the essentially of recognizing and addressing blind spots for effective leadership. This episode is an enriching exploration of leadership, personal growth, and the transformative power of music. Tune in now!Episode Highlights:09:12 - I think I'm going to bring something that you probably never heard, which is related to how music can actually help you be a better leader and a better human. So what do I mean by that? Well, I wrote this book called The Leader's Playlist, and it's about how to unleash the power of music and neuroscience to transform your leadership and your life. And essentially, it looks at the power that music has to help us form new neural pathways in the brain. It's basically how we learn more quickly and efficiently. So, everything's faster when you kind of embed it with music, but it has an important component to it, which is the fact that I think my superpower is pattern recognition. That's what I've been coaching.10:18 - And what I noticed in those patterns is that a lot of that has to do with what happened to them in their childhood. And what happened to you in your childhood, meaning whatever challenges you had or traumas, more specifically, or just wounds. We've all been wounded in some way, that influence and help us create a superpower, and so that superpower is what you want to leverage, but it also comes with a liability.24:26 - It's going to be hard for you to get to the next level. And so in this book, I both articulate why what happens to your childhood shows up in your leadership today and also how music can actually interrupt this pattern and help you create a new path forward when you pair it with music.Connect with Elzie LinkedInSupport the journeyLaunch OR re-launch your podcastContact Susan DrummLinkedInWebsiteThe Leader's Playlist Book
This week it was my privilege to welcome Susan Drumm for a conversation about her new book, The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. In this episode Susan unveils the groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can heal those wounds. Maybe you're having a hard time retaining or engaging your people, or perhaps you're feeling burnout or can't delegate or trust your team to deliver. These problems and other leadership challenges can be addressed by shifting how you show up as a leader, and music is the catalyst.Susan also shares her incredible insights on the powerful connection between music, neuroscience, leadership, and personal development. She has mastered the art of pattern recognition and has developed a unique process that harnesses the transformative power of music to help leaders break free from unproductive patterns and thrive in their businesses. In addition Susan reveals how music primes the brain for change, the impact of music on emotions and thought patterns, and even shares her personal journey of using music to shift her own mindset. Susan takes us through step-by-step instructions on creating an empowered playlist and offers valuable tips for leaders looking to ignite positive change within themselves and their teams. Join us as we dive deep into the world of music and its untapped potential to create profound change. Make sure to check out our sponsors to help support the show!Connect with Susan:WebsiteBookLeadership QuizLinkedIn________________________________________Erik's Guest Appearance on the Enhance Your Life With Music Podcast________________________________________Connect with Erik:Sign Up For Our NewsletterLinkedIn Twitter Facebook Instagram ________________________________________ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week it was my privilege to welcome Susan Drumm for a conversation about her new book, The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. In this episode Susan unveils the groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can heal those wounds. Maybe you're having a hard time retaining or engaging your people, or perhaps you're feeling burnout or can't delegate or trust your team to deliver. These problems and other leadership challenges can be addressed by shifting how you show up as a leader, and music is the catalyst. Susan also shares her incredible insights on the powerful connection between music, neuroscience, leadership, and personal development. She has mastered the art of pattern recognition and has developed a unique process that harnesses the transformative power of music to help leaders break free from unproductive patterns and thrive in their businesses. In addition Susan reveals how music primes the brain for change, the impact of music on emotions and thought patterns, and even shares her personal journey of using music to shift her own mindset. Susan takes us through step-by-step instructions on creating an empowered playlist and offers valuable tips for leaders looking to ignite positive change within themselves and their teams. Join us as we dive deep into the world of music and its untapped potential to create profound change. Make sure to check out our sponsors to help support the show! Connect with Susan: Website Book Leadership Quiz LinkedIn ________________________________________ Erik's Guest Appearance on the Enhance Your Life With Music Podcast ________________________________________ Connect with Erik: Sign Up For Our Newsletter LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Instagram ________________________________________ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Get to know these successful thought leaders and find out how they present themselves and their crafts as experts in their fields. Joe Frankie III is the chief executive officer, founder, coach, author, mentor, speaker, and LinkedIn strategist. He finds and assesses top-tier talents who could lead and flourish in organizational culture. He believes that one size does not fit all, and this led him to coach civil and military leaders on an individual basis so that they could learn how to build a LinkedIn bridge from where they are and where they want to go. Joe supports the multifunctional requirements of potential candidates, clients, and projects. He supports the energy, technology, engineering, defense, aerospace, and environmental spaces. If you're 40 plus, or you know somebody who is in that age range and just wondering what's next, reach out to Joe Frankie III by visiting his website https://www.linkedin.com/in/joefrankieiii/. Filipe Carrera is an international speaker, trainer, consultant, mentor, and Creator of the Knowledge Pills Methodology (KPM). He helps empower people and organizations to go beyond expectations with wisdom and digital tools. He did hundreds of presentations in English, Spanish, and Portuguese in about 50 countries, on 4 continents, helping thousands of people and organizations to win in the more global and social world. If you're stuck or at least know that you need to thrive in some way or another, reach out to Filipe Carrera by going to his LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/filipecarrera/ or to his website at https://filipecarrera.com/en/. Susan Drumm is the Chief Empowerment Officer, advisor, leadership coach, speaker, and founder of Meritage Leadership, a leadership consulting firm built on the principle that people are the most important asset of any business. She is passionate about helping leaders become nimble and strategic so they can bring out the best in their team members while building an exceptional culture. To learn more about how to change the game and disrupt your industry, consider reaching out to Susan Drumm by visiting her websites https://meritageleadership.com/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-drumm/bb09732/. Global Credibility Expert, Mitchell Levy is a TEDx speaker and international bestselling author of over 60 books. As The AHA Guy at AHAthat (https://ahathat.com), he helps to extract the genius from your head in a two-three hour interview so that his team can ghostwrite your book, publish it, distribute it, and make you an Amazon bestselling author in four months or less. He is an accomplished Entrepreneur who has created twenty businesses in Silicon Valley including four publishing companies that have published over 800 books. He's provided strategic consulting to over one hundred companies, and has been chairman of the board of a NASDAQ-listed company. Mitchell has been happily married for thirty years and regularly spends four weeks in Europe with family and friends. Visit https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ for an archive of all the podcast episodes. Connect to Mitchell Levy on: Credibility Nation YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/3kGA1LI Credibility Nation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/credibilitynation/ Mitchell Levy Present AHA Moments: https://mitchelllevy.com/mitchelllevypresents/ Thought Leader Life: https://thoughtleaderlife.com Twitter: @Credtabulous Instagram: @credibilitynation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When a song doesn't vibe with us, we skip it. But what about life's unsettling tunes? How do we change or mute the ‘internal playlist' that throws us off? Our next guest shares how.Meet Susan Drumm, CEO of Meritage Leadership Development, advisor, USA Today bestselling author, and leadership coach. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs that are setting out to disrupt the marketplace.She holds graduate degrees from Harvard Law, Carnegie Mellon University, and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. She's a two-time number one bestselling author of "The Leader's Playlist", where you unleash the power of music and neuroscience to transform your leadership and your life. In today's episode, we uncover how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can actually heal those wounds. We delved deeper to understand how music can interrupt old beliefs of ‘old patterns', and the role of self-awareness in rewiring our leadership styles. Join Ashish, Susan, and I in exploring the healing power of music and change the way we lead.Things you will also learn in this episode:The link between past traumas and leadership.How music can be a game-changer in healing and leading.Resources:/Susan Drumm's Website: https://susandrumm.com/ Meritage Leadership Website: https://meritageleadership.com/ Books:/The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life by Susan DrummOther books mentioned in the episode:The Body Keeps The Score by Bessel van der KolkChildhood Disrupted: How Your Biography Becomes Your Biology, and How You Can Heal by Donna Jackson NakazawaThe Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life by Ben Zander
What if I told you that music had the power to make you a better leader? Would you believe me?Maybe you will believe my amazing guest, Susan Drumm! Susan is on a mission to inspire and guide leaders to heal what holds them back and develop the capacity and mindset to lead in today's increasingly disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs. In the world of leadership development, innovative angles can often lead to transformative breakthroughs. In this enlightening episode, Susan opens up about her unique approach to leadership development—one that revolves around the profound influence of music.Join us as we delve into Susan's insights on music, leadership, and the art of breaking free! Resources from this episode:The Leader's Playlist book- https://theleadersplaylistbook.comConnect with Susan on LinkedInFollow Susan on InstagramVisit her Youtube Page! The Incubator: A Mastermind For Visionaries & Their Right HandShow notes: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/episode187Connect with me:Website: https://luminaryleadershipco.com/If there's a topic, a question or a guest you want to hear on the show or an idea you have for us, just reach out and share that at marketing@luminaryleadershipco.com. We'd love to chat!Connect with me on Instagram!Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here!
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Susan Drumm is a CEO, leadership coach, and best selling author who is on a mission to usher in a new era of leadership - Enlightened Leadership. She helps visionary leaders find their unique path to leadership growth while addressing their blind spots. Susan's radical decision to take a hiatus from her corporate career and pursue a Master's degree in acting at age 30 gave her the tools to become an effective leader coach. Her coaching path has led her to work with billionaire CEOs, prominent Fortune 50 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs who set out to disrupt their marketplace. Susan believes that the enlightened leader capitalizes on opportunities in a way that serves humanity.In today's episode of The Hero of the Hour Podcast, Mark Murphy has an insightful conversation with Susan about a range of topics that will help you become a better leader and person.First, Susan will reveal how she defines a hero and who some of her heroes are. She'll also share a little bit about her journey to becoming a leadership coach and her plans for the future.Next, Susan will dive into how our childhood wounds affect our leadership today and how we can heal. She'll share tips and strategies for transforming your leadership and life by harnessing the power of music and neuroscience.If you're interested in building and maintaining high-performance teams, Susan will also share her insights on this topic. She'll talk about the process that helps people understand their core motivator, and she'll reveal the magic elixir for exponential growth.Listen now and enjoy!What You'll Learn in this Show: A little bit about Susan's journey to who she is today, how she found her calling and her plans for the future.The impact of childhood wounds on our leadership and how to heal.Strategies for transforming your leadership and life using music and neuroscience.The secret to unlocking exponential growth in yourself and your team.And so much more... Resources:Susandrumm.comThe Enlightened Executive Podcast Mark B. Murphy websiteNortheast Private Client GroupMark B. Murphy LinkedinNortheast Private Client Group Youtube ChannelBooks:The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your LifeGet Mark's Book Here: The Ultimate Investment: A Roadmap To Grow Your Business and Build Multigenerational WealthExtraordinary Wealth: The Guide To Financial Freedom & An Amazing Life
In this episode of The Eternal Optimist, Matt Drinkhahn is joined by Susan Drumm, who shares her personal journey of facing challenges and overcoming judgment. She discusses how a difficult boss assignment initially affected her confidence, but ultimately propelled her to find her own secret sauce. Susan highlights the importance of overcoming judgment and insecurity in order to unlock one's leadership potential. She also offers insights into her leadership master class and how it can help individuals develop their leadership skills. The episode provides valuable lessons on resilience and self-discovery.In This Episode, You'll Learn:00:00:00 Childhood wounds shape leadership, granting superpowers and creating blind spots00:03:32 Overcoming Poor Leadership: A Journey to Success00:08:48 Overcoming Youthful Appearance and a Bad Grade: A Journey to Success00:14:03 Overcoming Judgment and Finding Your Secret Sauce: A Story of Leadership Development00:15:29 Overcoming Feedback Overload: A Journey to Improvement00:18:32 Leadership Lessons: Overcoming Challenging Personalities in the Workplace00:22:21 Breaking the Cycle of Frustration: Transforming Leadership and Relationships00:28:06 Breaking the Solo Mentality: A Tech Entrepreneur's Downfall00:30:48 Unlocking Self-Reflection Through Music: Impact of Your Playlist00:37:00 Unlock Your Leadership Potential: Susan Drumm's Master Class and Playlist BookLinks And Resources:WebsiteLinkedInThe Enlightened Executive PodcastThanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to Eternal Optimist? Have some feedback you'd like to share? Connect with us on iTunes and leave us a review!
Today, Erik sits down with CEO, leadership coach, and best selling author of The Leaders Playlist – Susan Drumm. They discuss... Susan's mission is to help visionary leaders find their path to Enlightened Leadership – their unique leadership growth path and the blind spots that could get in the way. A graduate from Harvard Law School, with a successful career in business, having worked for companies like GE/NBC, and a Master's degree in acting from the London School of Music and Dramatic Arts. Susan works with billionaire CEOs, prominent Fortune 50 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs who set out to disrupt their marketplace. Take the quiz to realize your full potential as a visionary and become an enlightened leader: susandrumm.com 5x #1 Bestselling Author and Motivational Speaker Erik Qualman has performed in over 55 countries and reached over 50 million people this past decade. He was voted the 2nd Most Likable Author in the World behind Harry Potter's J.K. Rowling. Have Erik speak at your conference: eq@equalman.com Motivational Speaker | Erik Qualman has inspired audiences at FedEx, Chase, ADP, Huawei, Starbucks, Godiva, FBI, Google, and many more on Focus and Digital Leadership. Learn more at https://equalman.com
Are you feeling stuck in a negative mindset? Then, join us and discover how your playlist can make you feel better and shift your mental state…and sleep! Susan Drumm, CEO advisor, American best-selling author, and leadership coach, talks about how music impacts her life. Her book, The Leader's Playlist, offers a fresh perspective on how music can create new neural pathways for you and help you develop the right mindset to lead in today's disruptive environment. Tune in and get ready to groove your way to an energized, productive, and well-rested you! GUEST BIO:Susan Drumm is a CEO Advisor, USA Today Bestselling Author and Leadership Coach focused on helping leaders and their teams to develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment. She has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams and incredible entrepreneurs that set out to disrupt the marketplace.Susan draws on many disciplines in her approach. She has graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Susan obtained the highest level of coaching certification as Master Certified Coach (MCC) through the International Coaching Federation. Susan also holds certifications in HeartMath™, Integrative Enneagram (Level 2), EQ Learning in Action, Havening Techniques®, The Leadership Circle and is a Certified Forum Facilitator for YPO (Young President's Organization).She is the two-time #1 bestselling author of The Leader's Playlist: unleash the power of music and neuroscience to transform your leadership and your life. In the book, Susan unveils a groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds show up in our ability to lead others and how music can heal those wounds.Susan's YouTube channel and podcast, The Enlightened Executive, is ranked in the top 2% of podcasts globally. In the show, she spotlights ground-breaking techniques and strategies to help executives and entrepreneurs get the edge in personal and leadership effectiveness. Guests include founders of these programs and the executives who have experienced them — and dig into what they are, what they offer, and whether they actually work to help you evolve personally and professionally. Susan's clients include C-suite executives from financial services, private equity, tech, healthcare, professional services, media, consumer products, consulting and law. She has worked with organizations such as KPMG, Oracle, Viacom, Microsoft, Conde Nast, L'Oreal, A&E Networks, USS Steel and Cisco.Prior to founding Meritage Leadership Development, Susan was a Senior Consultant for The Boston Consulting Group, Director of Marketing and Master Black Belt for NBC/GE and Associate Partner at The Trium Group in leadership development consulting.Susan is a member of EO (Entrepreneur's Organization) and volunteers her time with several boards and organizations including Selfless Givers. Susan serves clients globally and lives in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is passionate about travel, hiking, Pilates and healthy living and her puppy Jasmine, a toy Australian Shepherd. SHOW NOTES:
When you listen to a song, the way you connect to it, the emotions it evokes in you, and the way that you interpret the meaning of the song, is an experience that is uniquely yours. One person may listen to a song and find it empowering and motivating. Another person may listen to that same song, and feel like it triggers negative emotions in them or brings them down. So, have you ever thought about the impact that the music you regularly listen to has on your emotions and on your life? Your current playlist may be in need of a major update. Some songs might be keeping you stuck in a negative emotions loop, as they reinforce a negative belief that you would like to get rid of. Other songs have the ability to free you from those negative emotions and turbocharge your life in a positive way. In this week's Leadership Insights edition of The Enlightened Executive podcast, host Susan Drumm discusses the power of music, and the importance of creating a playlist that can transform your life for the better.
On this episode of The Lead Up Podcast, Mike is joined by Susan Drumm! Susan is a Leadership Coach who has worked with CEOs, fortune 100 executive teams, and more. She is on a mission to usher in a new era of Leadership: Enlightened Leadership! Mike and Susan discuss her book, The Leader's Playlist, and the theory within her book, unleashing the power of music and neuroscience to transform leadership and life. Susan explains how we all have a playlist that's running in the background which acts as a ceiling to our leadership effectiveness. They talk about Susan's process to help you uncover your playlist that will help you increase your impact and influence in your leadership role. They also touch on how our formative years impact our leadership as adults. Susan explains how leaders tend to play out their childhood wounds in the workplace. Susan takes us through how music plays such an important role in leadership as it has the power to light up all the regions in the brain and activate all parts of the brain, which helps us to shift our state of mind depending on what type of music we listen to. Mike and Susan dig deep into Authentic Vs. Vulnerable leadership and how one of the largest misconceptions people seem to have about their own leadership is that what is occurring isn't actually about the external circumstances, it's who you're being in the face of that. Make sure to check out Susan's book to gain a deeper insight into how music can transform your life as a leader here: www.TheLeadersPlaylistBook.com. Susan is also offering a great masterclass that will help you uncover your playlist and enhance your leadership which you can find here: www.SusanDrumm.com/Masterclass
Hi, I'm Susan, CEO and Leadership CoachChange can be scary. Or it can be an opportunity. The enlightened leader capitalizes on opportunities in a way that serves humanity.My mission is to help visionary leaders find their path to Enlightened Leadership – their unique leadership growth path and the blind spots that could get in the way.Sometimes, that means making a radical, necessary change that others may view as “crazy.”For me, this moment of radical change happened at age 30, when I decided to take a hiatus from my corporate career to get a Master's degree in acting from the London School of Music and Dramatic Arts.Here I was, a graduate from Harvard Law School, with a successful career in business, having worked for companies like GE/NBC, and I hit pause on my momentum to pursue… an advanced degree in acting?I didn't know what lay ahead of me, but I followed my gut anyway (despite plenty of people telling me I was crazy).It turned out to be one of the best career moves I've ever made. Because it gave me the tools to help leaders make a meaningful difference in the world.I learned fundamental lessons about authenticity, being present, connecting with others, and dealing with your inner critic.Eventually, these lessons gave me a unique take on how to be an effective leader.And as a result, these lessons led me to a coaching path, working with billionaire CEOs, prominent Fortune 50 executive teams, and incredible entrepreneurs who set out to disrupt their marketplace.Bottom line?My most radical decisions helped me become someone who can coach others to make their own gutsy (but crucial) decisions.Where to find Suzan DrummWebsite: www.susandrumm.comInstagram: @drummleadershipFacebook: Meritage Effective LeadershipTwitter: @drummleadershipYoutube: Enlightened Executive with Susan DrummLinkedIn: Susan DrummSPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Entire Productions- Creating events (both in-person and virtual) that don't suck! and Entire Productions Marketing- carefully curated premium gifting and branded promo items. PLEASE RATE, REVIEW, & SUBSCRIBE on APPLE PODCASTS“I love Natasha and the Fascinating Entrepreneurs Podcast!”
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Want to become more heart-centered? We invite you to join us on Deb's Dailies (daily blog and newsletter), a daily reflection on living and loving life as a heart-centered leader. Change can be scary. Or it can be an opportunity. The enlightened leader capitalizes on opportunities in a way that serves humanity. Susan Drumm is a CEO and Leadership Coach whose mission is to help visionary leaders find their path to Enlightened Leadership – their unique leadership growth path and the blind spots that could get in the way. Sometimes, that means making a radical, necessary change that others may view as “crazy.” For Susan, this moment of radical change happened at age 30, when she decided to take a hiatus from her corporate career to get a Master's degree in acting from the London School of Music and Dramatic Arts. It turned out to be one of the best career moves she ever made because it gave her the tools to help leaders make a meaningful difference in the world, using music of course! Later she wrote the bestseller, The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life, in which she unveils a groundbreaking process that outlines how our childhood wounds affect leadership and how music can heal those wounds. Connect with Susan at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-drumm-bb09732/ https://www.instagram.com/drummleadership/ https://www.facebook.com/drummleadership/ https://twitter.com/DrummLeadership https://theleadersplaylistbook.com/ https://susandrumm.com
What happens when you combine leadership, brain research and music? You get an exciting new form of research that can help us when we get stuck in our patterns and thoughts and can't move forward. You also get today's guest. In today's episode of The Lead With Trust Show, Sue chats with Susan Drum, CEO and Chief Empowerment Officer of Meritage Leadership Development, speaker, author of 'The Leader's Playlist' and host of The Enlightened Executive podcast and YouTube Channel. During the episode, Sue and Susan discuss how she went from having graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art to nearly 20 years of brain research and leadership development. Susan offers some insights into the ways music can help shift deep patterns and thereby help make leaders more effective in their work. They also discuss why Susan chose to write her book, 'The Leader's Playlist' now - because she believes that the divisiveness in today's society and the breakdown in communications that stems from it is getting in the way of relationships. Join Sue and Susan for this fascinating discussion into changing our perspective and even our brain using the power of music. If you have any questions or suggestions for Sue, feel free to reach out via email. Enjoy! What You'll Learn in this Show: How Susan's graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon University and the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art lead her to a career in leadership development. How music can help shift the deep patterns that govern our lives and thereby help make us more effective as leaders. Why Susan's book, 'The Leader's Playlist' needed to be written now more than ever. And so much more... Resources: https://susandrumm.com/ (Susan's website) https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-drumm (Susan's Linkedin) https://theleadersplaylistbook.com/ (The Leader's Playlist book) https://sudyco.com/ (Sudyco website) https://sudyco.com/news/ (Lead with Trust Newsletter) Sue's Email: suedyer@sudyco.com
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How Memories, Experiences, and Patterns Impact Leadership Style Shep Hyken interviews Susan Drumm, CEO & Chief Empowerment Officer of Meritage Leadership Development and the author of The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. She shares how to use music to improve your leadership style and make the changes that no longer serve you. Top Takeaways: · Our childhood “wounds” show up in the way we lead others. Leaders don't just react based on what is happening at the moment. Some reactions are triggered by old patterns and experiences. · Old memories and experiences are deep-seated patterns that trigger different reactions in different leaders, even when they face a similar situation. These patterns become the leader's "internal playlist." · A leader's internal playlist is the “music” playing in the background. It sets up how leaders see themselves and the world. It shows up in their leadership styles and how they work with their employees. · The leader's playlist affects the employee experience. This playlist, based on past experiences, impacts the way a leader acts toward people (employees), which eventually trickles down to the customer experience. · How you retain and engage your employees, how your company is doing, how you show up for your family, and how you feel about yourself are all symptoms of an underlying playlist of how you view the world. · Plus, Susan Drumm reveals the top song on her internal playlist. Tune in! Quotes: "How music impacts a person is very personal. It is not about the genre of music that you listen to or include in your internal playlist. It is about what emotional state that music puts you in." About: Susan Drumm is a keynote speaker, CEO, and Leadership Coach. She is the host of The Enlightened Executive, Chief Empowerment Office of Meritage Leadership Development, and the author of The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. Shep Hyken is a customer service and experience expert, New York Times bestselling author, award-winning keynote speaker, and host of Amazing Business Radio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Today I'm joined by Susan Drumm. Susan is a CEO Advisor and Leadership Coach with over 20 years of experience leading teams and helping senior executives achieve their potential. She is the founder of Meritage Leadership, a leadership consulting firm. She is the author of an upcoming new book called The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life. I'm excited to talk to her about the idea of a leadership playlist. Show resources: The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership and Your Life Susan Drumm theleadersplaylistbook.com Sponsors: Jeremy Clevenger Fitness The Fraternity of Excellence ____ Order my latest bestselling book, You Have the Watch: A Guided Journal to Become a Leader Worth Following Order my bestselling leadership book, All in the Same Boat - Lead Your Organization Like a Nuclear Submariner Order my bestselling leadership book, I Have the Watch: Becoming a Leader Worth Following Become a leader worth following today with these powerful resources: Subscribe to my leadership newsletter Follow Jon S Rennie on Twitter Follow Jon S Rennie on Instagram Follow Jon S Rennie on YouTube The Experience of Leadership book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We all have a playlist that is running in the background of our lives that acts as a ceiling on our effectiveness. The impact of your current playlist may show up in insidious ways. As a leader, you may be feeling you can't retain or engage your people. You may feel burned out, or your team may be overwhelmed by the pace of change. You may feel that you can't delegate or trust your team to deliver. The good news, according to Susan Drumm, our guest in Episode 116 of The Mindset Game® podcast and author of The Leader's Playlist, is that you can leverage the power of music and neuroscience to transform your leadership and your life. Susan discusses the following: The power of music to help make change stick, by priming the neurological landscape to form new neural pathways in a faster, more efficient way. A process for uncovering a leader's internal playlist, which directly reduces their leadership effectiveness and personal happiness. The impact of creating a new playlist to make better decisions by expanding your perception on what is really occurring in the moment vs. filtering data based on old neural pathways. Susan Drumm has personally coached billionaire CEOs, high-profile political figures, prominent Fortune 100 executive teams as well as incredible entrepreneurs that set out to disrupt the marketplace. She is CEO and Chief Empowerment Officer of her own firm, Meritage Leadership. She is also the host of the podcast and YouTube channel The Enlightened Executive, where she interviews founders and CEOs on the most cutting-edge programs and techniques in personal and leadership effectiveness. To learn more about The Leader's Playlist and get in touch with Susan, visit https://susandrumm.com To subscribe to The Mindset Game podcast, visit www.TheMINDsetGame.com.
SUMMARYIs your wounded inner child still in charge of your emotional playlist? Maybe it's time to update the soundtrack of your life! Host Chris Schembra's amazing guest on this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times has developed a powerful program based on an interesting trifecta of tools for growth. As Susan Drumm explains in her new book, "The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership Style and Your Life," when paired with our most authentic selves, neuroscience and music can shift ingrained habits of thought with transformational results. Her concrete case studies illustrate how our brains can be highjacked – or healed – by the “anchor songs” we play in our heads. As CEO of Meritage Leadership Development, Susan's mission is nothing less than ushering in a new era of enlightened leadership. How? By shifting often outdated ideas and associations embedded within our deeply grooved neural pathways, we can reimagine the background music that sets the tone for everyday life choices. Offering a detailed step-by-step methodology for forging new patterns of thought, Susan is inviting all of us to release negative narratives as old as those hit summer songs we loved back in high school.You'll learn in this lively conversation about how we function at our highest level – and, quite literally, at our most potent energetic vibrations – when we bring awareness, acknowledgement and a new frame of reference. The Leader's Playlist is an innovative program that unlocks empowerment through one of neuroscience's well-documented treatments for childhood trauma and other psychic injuries: Music. Susan is urging: “We all need to collectively look in the mirror and say: ‘Where are we leading from old wounds and what needs to shift and heal so collectively we can all get to a higher level of enlightened leadership?' ” Ready to unlock the secrets of your own "Leader's Playlist"? The time to start is now!Click here to find out all about Susan's debut book, "The Leader's Playlist: Unleash the Power of Music and Neuroscience to Transform Your Leadership Style and Your Life." And if you want to turbocharge, consider her upcoming master class, which you can register for here.If you'd like to learn more about Chris and his 7:47 Virtual Gratitude Experience, please visit this link. And click here to listen to previous episodes of Gratitude Through Hard Times. KEY TOPICS:If you could give credit or give thanks to one person in your life that you don't give enough credit or thanks to, who would that be?About Susan's framework, which is uniquely applicable to everyone because it uses music as a vehicle. Want to motivate growth in others? It starts with authentically believing in them, which undergirds development through the toughest of times and steepest of learning curves.Turning Early Childhood Trauma into a Superpower: Susan shares what she's observed and personally experienced when formative wounding triggers reactivity.About the metaphorical playlist that is the soundtrack to each of our lives and – whether you're aware of it or not – may be impacting your efficacy as a leader.Adaptive Upside: When he was raging, Susan's father could cast a long and frightening shadow. As a result? She developed a keen ability to read the room, intuit potential derailment and diffuse tension -- survival skills that are a great asset in coaching.When Stress Yields Gems: Trauma response can induce PTSD, but it can also spark skills that can be leveraged to create post-traumatic growth Music As a Healing Tool: Susan shares how she unlocked her neural pathways – and deeply embedded, reflexively negative feelings – in order to move from seething resentment to a positive orientation.Create Your Own Empowerment Playlist! It's possible to choose songs that resonate in ways that bring optimism, healing and connection. Redirecting old neural pathways that do not serve, and carving out new ones that are more life-giving, can make permanent mindset change. That doesn't mean, however, that you'll never again find yourself defaulting to those old “neural highways to hell.”About Micro Interventions: One strategy for creating a desired shift is intervention in thoughts through the introduction of music.The Music of Healing: Susan helps her clients recover and shift by working with them to identify where they're stuck internally, usually rooted in patterns of thought that do not serve but can be re channeled in empowering ways.Music Lights Up All Regions of the Brain: Sense memory is stimulated by sound vibration and can be harnessed to shift energy.Higher versus Lower Emotions – Gratitude and peace vibrate at high levels while grief and sadness reside in lower levels. What do we do with that information?We can't dismiss or ignore difficult feelings, which carry messages.Rather than dwell in negativity, we can opt to acknowledge pain and move on.Well-practiced patterns of thoughts can be redirected through intentionality.Do you have ingrained neural pathways you'd like to change? There are multiple methods:Hypnotherapy.Psychedelic-assisted therapy.Meditation.Music intervention.A Case Study: From Lynyrd Skynyrd's Freebird to George Michael's Freedom.Susan deconstructs how she successfully coached an executive whose maverick leadership was alienating his team and stymying his business's growth.1) First she helped him excavate and learn how to interrupt his “I am Trapped” playlist – a medley of songs based on outdated beliefs that were not serving him.2) She helped him put in place a new “I Won't Let You Down” playlist to replace self-limiting, self-defeating beliefs with messages of stewardship balanced with freedom.Chris reflects on his longtime favorite “hype-up” song, Non-Stop from the musical “Hamilton” and how he applied Susan's framework to understand that his associations to the song were inauthentic and unsustainable.Susan and Chris review steps towards revising our playlists, including recognizing “bellyful” moments and getting curious (rather than judgmental). You are not alone if your playlist needs a refresh! Most of us are overdue to up-level our lives by re-envisioning the songs that provide the background music for our lives! QUOTABLE“Just because the world's going through a pretty tough time doesn't mean we can't find meaningful moments of connection, of hope, of optimism and positivity!” (Chris)“There are only so many ways that you can help a leader be a better leader. We all have to have our unique element and original framework.” (Chris)“Those of you who know this podcast, you know that my whole schtick in life is gratitude – how do we help people become more grateful for themselves, for others, for their situations, to build better business and live longer, happier, more successful lives?” (Chris)“I had a neural pathway grooved to my brain that was like an eight-lane highway and it wasn't just about this instant. I could trace it to the low points of my life and feeling frustrated, left out and treated unfairly.” (Susan)“I'd put a song on and it would shift my state. (My empowerment playlist) really gave me a choice not to go down the eight-lane highway to hell but to start to groove a new pathway.” (Susan)“The more I listened to (healing) music and the more I practiced that emotional resonance, the more it went from a country road to a two-lane highway to a four-lane highway and finally my own eight-lane highway that I can choose to go down.” (Susan)“We're not just talking about using music only to shift state – which it can do and that's the power – but it's also to uncover some of this deeper wounding, deeper patterning.” (Susan)“Is non-stop what I aspire for my life to be? … Hustling that hard develops emotional impotence. It took Susan's book for me to wake up to that.” (Chris)“Usually suffering is the impetus to make change. I wish it wasn't the case, but the reality is that it's not until … we get these wakeup calls and they are gifts from the universe to help us know it's time to make a shift, it's time to grow.” (Susan) LINKS/FURTHER RESOURCES:Summit Series – Global networking for change makers.Click here to learn more about micro interventions and how they work!Here's an infectious song that Chris has used to motivate himself at times: Non-Stop from the musical “Hamilton.” ABOUT OUR GUEST:Susan is a CEO Advisor and Leadership Coach as well as founder of Meritage Leadership, with over 20 years of experience leading teams and senior executives to achieve their potential. She has graduate degrees from Harvard Law School, Carnegie Mellon, and an M.A. in Drama from London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Combining her strategy and business background with experience as an actress in theater and film, Susan helps clients become extraordinary leaders and influencers. Her consulting firm, Meritage Leadership, focuses on leader and team effectiveness by helping leaders develop the capacity and mindsets to lead in today's disruptive environment — while inspiring their teams to do the same. FOLLOW Susan:WEBSITE | LINKEDIN | PODCAST ABOUT OUR HOST:Chris Schembra is a philosopher, question asker and facilitator. He's a columnist at Rolling Stone magazine, USA Today calls him their "Gratitude Guru" and he's spent the last six years traveling around the world helping people connect in meaningful ways. As the offshoot of his #1 Wall Street Journal bestselling book, "Gratitude Through Hard Times: Finding Positive Benefits Through Our Darkest Hours,"he uses this podcast to blend ancient stoic philosophy and modern-day science to teach how the principles of gratitude can be used to help people get through their hard times. FOLLOW CHRIS:WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | LINKEDIN | BOOKS
When you reflect on how you want your career to progress, what career goals do you have? How will you achieve those goals? And who will be in your corner to support your journey? There's a very effective method to advocate for your own career development: sponsorship. Sponsorship is when a person of influence promotes the achievements, capabilities, and potential of another. Is a career sponsor different from a mentor? Yes. Mentorship is private, but sponsorship is public. Sponsorship transcends advice and involves making connections, nurturing visibility, and advocating for promotions. So, what's the best way to choose someone, and then ask them to be your career sponsor? Susan Drumm, CEO Coach, gives us step by step instructions and walks us through this process.
This week on Couple Things, we sit down with Susan Drumm: CEO Advisor and Leadership Coach, founder of the Meritage Leadership, and an expert on leading teams and discovering how her enneagram personality test can affect your team, relationships and help guide you to better understand yourself and the people around you. We also took our own tests and found out some interesting insights on why we may clash on certain things
If you don't understand your team, you can't lead them. The Enneagram is an advanced system for leadership and team cohesion, using 9 personality types. By identifying everyone’s type — including yours — you can build a better, more mutually supportive team. …and it’s not too hard to apply. Today, CEO, advisor, and coach Susan […] The post MBA1818 Guest Teacher – Susan Drumm – How to Develop Your Leadership with the Enneagram appeared first on The $100 MBA.
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