Podcasts about sustainable leadership

What began as a simple experiment during the early months of the pandemic has evolved into a global conversation about sustainable success, intentional productivity, regenerative leadership, creativity, wellbeing, and the future of work. In this special centenary episode, Mich Bondesio reflects on the journey of creating the Creating Cadence Podcast, the themes that have shaped it, the lessons learned along the way, and the impact this community has had over the past six years.This is both a celebration of community and a reflection on what it takes to demonstrate creating cadence in action.A look back at what we've explored together. and a reminder that meaningful things are often built one small, consistent step at a time.In episode 100 of the Creating Cadence podcast:The story behind how Creating Cadence began during the pandemicThe surprising growth of a global audience across 60 countriesWhy podcasting became a catalyst for personal and professional growthThe six major themes that have shaped the show over six yearsThe lessons learned from producing 100 episodesThe importance of seasonal pauses and sustainable creative practiceEpisode 100 Timestamps[00:01:33] Introduction & Celebrating 100 Episodes[00:07:59] Thematic Review of Six Years of Creating Cadence[00:08:50] Theme 1: Reimagining Success & Sustainable Leadership[00:09:25] Theme 2: Intentional Productivity, Human Energy & Wellbeing[00:09:57] Theme 3: Creativity, Identity & Meaningful Work[00:10:25] Theme 4: Building Better Work Cultures & Communities[00:10:55] Theme 5: Technology, Innovation & The Future of Work[00:11:28] Theme 6: Nature, Systems & Regenerative Thinking[00:12:15] Lessons Learned from Building a Podcast[00:15:05] Looking Ahead & Seasonal PauseKey insight: 100 episodes. 6 years. 42 guests. Listeners in 60 countries.Meaningful things are rarely built overnight. They grow through consistency, curiosity, experimentation, and a willingness to keep showing up — even when you're not entirely sure who's listening.Whether you've been listening since Episode 1 or discovered the podcast today, thank you for being part of this journey.Here's to the next chapter, Mich

Regulatorik wird in Organisationen oft als Belastung erlebt. Doch für wirksame Führung reicht es nicht, Regulierung pauschal abzulehnen oder Compliance blind zu verwalten. In dieser Episode analysiert Niels Brabandt, wie Entscheidungstragende im Business mit Regulatorik professionell umgehen: sachlich, strategisch und konsequent anwendungsorientiert. Im Mittelpunkt steht die Frage, wann Regulatorik Sicherheit, Vertrauen und Verlässlichkeit schafft und wann sie in reine Bürokratie kippt. Niels Brabandt zeigt anhand konkreter Beispiele, warum Regulierung häufig aus realen Risiken entsteht, weshalb Theorie und Praxis dauerhaft in Spannung stehen und warum Organisationen Regulatory Compliance institutionalisieren müssen, ohne unnötige Verwaltungsapparate aufzubauen. Diese Episode richtet sich an Führungskräfte, Geschäftsleitungen, Vorstände, HR-Verantwortliche, Compliance-Verantwortliche, Projektverantwortliche und alle Entscheidungstragenden, die Regulierung nicht nur erfüllen, sondern wirksam führen wollen. Kernfragen dieser Episode: - Warum entsteht Regulatorik meistens aus konkreten Risiken? - Wie unterscheiden Führungskräfte zwischen sinnvoller Regulierung und reiner Bürokratie? - Warum reicht es nicht, Regulierung nur juristisch zu betrachten? - Wie wird Compliance von einer Pflicht zu einem Führungsinstrument? - Welche Rolle spielen Institutionalisierung, Best Practice und Anwendung in regulierten Organisationen? Mit Niels Brabandt, Experte für Sustainable Leadership, Führung, Organisationsentwicklung, Change Management und wirksame Umsetzung in regulierten und nicht regulierten Branchen. Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Kontakt zu Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandts Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandts Webseite: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

What happens when you achieve the success you thought you wanted… and still don't feel fulfilled? In this episode, I'm joined by Meghan French Dunbar, founder of Conscious Company Magazine and author of This Isn't Working, for a conversation about ambition, burnout, identity, and what it means to build a successful life without sacrificing yourself in the process. After founding and scaling a nationally recognized media company, interviewing more than 1,000 business leaders, and leading as CEO for years, Meghan found herself burned out, depleted, and questioning everything. What followed was a period of deep reflection that ultimately reshaped how she thinks about leadership, success, and personal fulfillment. In this conversation, we talk about: Why external success doesn't always create internal fulfillment The difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation How ambition can become tangled with identity and self-worth The hidden costs of chronic self-sacrifice and overachievement What sustainable leadership actually looks like in practice The workplace models and leadership philosophies challenging traditional definitions of success How to build a career, company, and life that support both performance and well-being Meghan also shares insights from her book, This Isn't Working, and why more leaders are questioning old definitions of achievement in search of something more sustainable. If you've ever reached a goal and wondered, "Why doesn't this feel the way I thought it would?" this conversation is for you. Here are the some great resources I wanted to share with you: Book a Free Clarity Call https://www.mollyasplin.com/subscribe molly@mollyasplin.com Follow Me on Instagram   Connect with Meghan French Dunbar:  Meghan's Podcast  This Isn't Working Book  Follow on Instagram  Connect on LinkedIn  Are you looking to improve performance and team effectiveness across your team? Book A Team Effectiveness Consult Here   If this message resonated with you, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave a rating and review—it helps the show reach more high achievers who are ready to do life and work differently. And if you're listening today, take a screenshot of this episode & tag me on Instagram @molly.asplin so I can personally thank you and cheer you on!

Everyone talks about building something great.Nobody talks about still being standing when you get there.In today's episode we break down what sustainable leadership actually looks like not as a concept, but as a set of specific leadership behaviors that either compound over time or quietly collapse under their own weight.We go through three FULFILL pillars that determine whether a leader sustains or burns out:* Leadership — what you model becomes the organizational standard, whether you intend it or not* Feedback — the information gap that grows silently until the damage is already done* Learning — why the leaders who last stay students longer than everyone elseIf you have been building at full speed and something feels unsustainable but you cannot name exactly where the breakdown is — this episode is the starting point.Take the Fulfill Executive Scale Assessment 35 questions. Seven pillars. Less than ten minutes. Find out exactly where your leadership is strong and where it is quietly fracturing — before it fractures publicly.

What does it actually look like to embed social impact into the DNA of a leading tech company — not as a PR footnote, but as a core operating principle? This week, we sit down with Jessica Hyman, the person at Atlassian tasked with answering exactly that question.As a key part of the Atlassian Foundation and the company's Chief Sustainability Officer, Jessica oversees everything from Atlassian's environmental commitments to its global social impact programs. We dig into how she navigates the tension between ambitious sustainability goals and the realities of running a high-growth software company, what the Atlassian Foundation is building for the long term, and why she thinks the tools teams use every day — yes, including Jira — can shape a more equitable future of work.This discussion looks beyond the typical outcomes such as new features of Rovo to understand how one of the world's biggest collaboration platforms approaches its obligations to the planet and its communities. If you're ready to look at Atlassian from a different perspective, this conversation is for you.Thank you to ikuTeam for connecting and collaborating with The Jira Life. https://ikuteam.comThe Jira Life=====================================Having trouble keeping up with when we are live? Sign up for our Atlassian Community Group!https://ace.atlassian.com/the-jira-life/Or Follow us on LinkedIn!https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-jira-life/Become a member on YouTube to get access to perks:https://www.youtube.com/@thejiralife/joinHosts:- Alex "Dr. Jira" Ortiz https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexortiz89/ https://www.youtube.com/@ApetechTechTutorials- Rodney "The Jira Guy" Nissen https://www.linkedin.com/in/rgnissen/ https://thejiraguy.com- Sarah Wright https://www.linkedin.com/in/satwright/ Producer:- "King Bob" Robert Wen https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-wen-csm-spc6-a552051/Executive Producer: - Lina OrtizMusic provided by Monstercat:=====================================Intro: Nitro Fun - Cheat Codeshttps://www.youtube.com/c/monstercatOutro: Fractal - Atriumhttps://www.youtube.com/c/monstercatinstinct

What happens when the one person who truly understands a critical system, client, process or workaround is suddenly unavailable? In this episode, Niels Brabandt examines the Druid Knowledge Problem: the leadership risk that arises when essential organisational knowledge is held by one person or a very small group of people and is not properly documented, shared or embedded in the business. The issue often begins positively. Someone is engaged, experienced and trusted. They know how the software works, which client contact matters, which process is unofficially decisive and how to keep legacy systems running. Yet this strength can quickly become a single point of failure. Niels Brabandt explains why Druid Knowledge is not merely a documentation issue. It is a leadership issue, a trust issue and a business continuity issue. Employees may avoid documenting their expertise when they fear becoming replaceable. Leaders therefore need to create predictable behaviour, psychological safety and credible commitments before knowledge transfer can work. This episode is essential listening for executives, founders, HR leaders, organisational development professionals and decision-makers who want to reduce operational risk, protect critical knowledge and build more resilient organisations. Topics covered include: - What the Druid Knowledge Problem means in modern organisations - Why undocumented expertise creates business continuity risk - How owner-led and mid-sized businesses become vulnerable - Why employees may resist documentation - The link between trust, leadership behaviour and knowledge transfer - How to reduce single points of failure without threatening employees - Why Sustainable Leadership requires resilient knowledge structures Learn more about Niels Brabandt and his work in Sustainable Leadership, leadership development, organisational development, coaching, consulting, mentoring and interim management at www.NB-Networks.biz. Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Contact Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandt's Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandt's Website: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

Was passiert, wenn kritisches Wissen nur in den Köpfen einzelner Mitarbeitender existiert? In dieser Episode des Leadership Podcasts spricht Niels Brabandt über das Problem mit Druidenwissen: unverzichtbares Erfahrungswissen, das nicht dokumentiert ist, nicht geteilt wird und Organisationen dadurch abhängig, langsam und verletzlich macht. Druidenwissen entsteht häufig aus Engagement, Kompetenz und Loyalität. Doch wenn dieses Wissen nicht systematisch gesichert wird, entsteht ein erhebliches Geschäftsrisiko. Besonders betroffen sind Unternehmen mit historisch gewachsenen Prozessen, inhabergeführte Mittelständler, technische Schlüsselrollen, vertriebsnahe Kundenbeziehungen und Organisationen ohne klare Vertretungs- und Nachfolgeplanung. Niels Brabandt erläutert, warum Druidenwissen selten nur ein Dokumentationsproblem ist. Im Kern geht es um Vertrauen, Vorhersagbarkeit von Führung, psychologische Sicherheit und Wertschätzung. Mitarbeitende teilen kritisches Wissen nur dann offen, wenn sie nicht befürchten müssen, durch ihr eigenes Wissen austauschbarer zu werden. In dieser Episode erfahren Sie: ·         Was Druidenwissen in Organisationen bedeutet ·         Warum kritisches Wissen oft bei einzelnen Personen hängen bleibt ·         Welche Risiken für Geschäftsmodelle, IT, Vertrieb und Nachfolgeplanung entstehen ·         Weshalb Dokumentation ohne Vertrauen scheitert ·         Warum vorhersagbares Führungsverhalten entscheidend ist ·         Wie Unternehmen Wissen sichern, ohne Mitarbeitende zu entwerten ·         Welche Schritte Führungskräfte sofort einleiten sollten Diese Folge richtet sich an Geschäftsführerinnen und Geschäftsführer, Vorstände, Führungskräfte, HR-Verantwortliche, Organisationsentwicklerinnen und Organisationsentwickler sowie alle Entscheidungstragenden, die Wissensmanagement, Knowledge Management, Sustainable Leadership und Unternehmensresilienz strategisch verbessern möchten. Niels Brabandt steht für Sustainable Leadership, Führungskräfteentwicklung, Organisationsentwicklung, Professional Training, Speaking, Coaching, Consulting, Mentoring sowie Projekt- und Interim Management. Weitere Informationen: www.NB-Networks.biz Host: Niels Brabandt / NB@NB-Networks.com Kontakt zu Niels Brabandt: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nielsbrabandt/ Niels Brabandts Leadership Letter: https://expert.nb-networks.com/ Niels Brabandts Webseite: https://www.nb-networks.biz/ 

In this episode, Mary Sullivan, co-founder of Sweet but Fearless, talks with Dr. Alicia Newsome, functional medicine doctor, author, speaker, and advocate for helping women reclaim their health and their lives. Dr. Newsome shares why taking time to pause and center yourself in truth can create the clarity needed to move forward with confidence. She introduces her Integrated Leadership Framework, a holistic approach that aligns your business, body, and beliefs/being so that every part of your life works together rather than competing for your attention. Together, Mary and Dr. Newsome explore the importance of intentionally designing a life that supports both success and well-being, the challenges women face when they constantly feel the need to be strong, and how rest can become a leadership strategy rather than a luxury. They also discuss Dr. Newsome's upcoming book, "Worthy of Rest," a Faith-Rooted Guide for the Woman Who's Tired of Being the Strong One and Ready to Lead Without Self-Sacrifice.     ABOUT DR. ALICIA NEWSOME:LinkedIn – Dr. Alicia NewsomeWebsite – Dr. Alicia NewsomeBook – "Worthy of Rest" (coming 2026)YouTube – Dr. Alicia Newsome   ABOUT SWEET BUT FEARLESS: Website - Sweet but Fearless LinkedIn - Sweet but Fearless

Most entrepreneurs reach a point where doing everything yourself stops working. In this episode, Brian Thompson gets honest about the emotional side of delegation, what he has learned since bringing on his first employee, and why sustainable leadership requires letting go of the need to carry everything alone. Delegation is one of the most talked about business strategies, and one of the most misunderstood. Brian shares why delegation is not just an operational decision, it is an emotional one. Underneath the resistance to delegating are fear of mistakes, fear of losing control, and fear of being seen as imperfect. This episode unpacks all of it with honesty and practical insight. In this episode you will learn: Why delegation feels so hard for highly capable people How sustainable leadership requires more than just offloading tasks What the emotional cost of over-functioning actually looks like How delegating changed the way Brian runs his business Why sustainable leadership looks less like doing everything and more like intentional collaboration If you have been putting off delegation because it feels vulnerable or uncomfortable, this episode will help you see it differently. Sustainable leadership is not about being less capable. It is about building something that can actually last.   Resources + Links Episode 120: Why High Achievers Struggle to Feel Successful Episode 121: What It Really Takes to Hire Your First Employee Newsletter Sign Up Follow Brian Thompson Online: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, X, Forbes Follow & review the podcast: on Spotify and Apple Podcasts   About Brian and the Mission Driven Business Podcast Brian Thompson, JD/CFP®, is a tax attorney and Certified Financial Planner® who specializes in providing comprehensive financial planning to LGBTQ+ entrepreneurs who run mission-driven businesses. The Mission Driven Business podcast was born out of his passion for helping social entrepreneurs create businesses with purpose and profit. On the podcast, Brian talks with diverse entrepreneurs and the people who support them. Listeners hear stories of experiences, strength, and hope and get practical advice to help them build businesses that might just change the world, too.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Doug Ladden about why you can't achieve sustainable leadership success without help from others along the way.Doug is a co-founder and the CEO of Deliveright Logistics, Inc., a technology, logistics, and final-mile delivery provider to retailers of big and bulky goods such as furniture and exercise equipment. Deliveright's patented Grasshopper technology platform offers a complete solution to delivery companies specializing in big and bulky products. Deliveright's nationwide network also powers the U.S. logistics supply chain of major eCommerce and brick-and-mortar retailers, from the manufacturer's dock to the customer's home. Deliveright simplifies complex logistics for hard-to-handle goods and provides best-in-class service to its customers. Before Deliveright, Doug was a co-founder and Senior Partner of DLJ Investment Partners, a private equity manager of middle-market mezzanine funds with $3.5 billion in AUM. As an active investor, he sat on multiple boards of directors for companies, including TransCore, a leader in electronic toll collection systems and owner of DAT digital load boards at truckstops. He currently serves on the Investment Committees of Quilvest Capital Strategies' private debt funds. Doug has expertise in logistics, related technology applications, and private debt investing. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this CEO edition of the Events Demystified Podcast, host interviews Debbie Garcia, CEO of Virsitour, about how the pandemic wiped out her commission-based planning income and pushed her to build the tool she needed for virtual sourcing. Debbie shares her winding path from media production in New York and Nashville into events, the lack of systems and “tribal knowledge” in planning, and how Virsitour centralizes visuals and sourcing for hotels, venues, services, and destinations so planners can make informed decisions before sending RFPs. She discusses bootstrapping the platform while running an agency, the costs of outdated processes in time, money, and missed life moments, and leadership lessons on resilience, boundaries, burnout, trusting experts, and building personal routines like meditation, calendar discipline, and focusing on top priorities.

What if the problem isn't your schedule but your energy? In this episode of Dominate Your Day, I challenge the traditional focus on time management. Many leaders spend their days optimizing calendars and workflows, yet still end up drained. Why? Because time is neutral it's alignment that determines whether an activity energizes or depletes you. When your work taps into your strengths, values, and mission, it creates energy. When it doesn't, even a short task can leave you exhausted. The key to managing energy is emotional recognition your ability to read how different activities impact you in real time. Treat your emotions as performance data, using them to identify what fuels or drains you. Listen in to learn simple practices to help you shift from operating on empty to leading with sustainable energy. Top 3 Takeaways: 1. Time management won't fix burnout alignment will. It's not about how long you spend on tasks, but whether those tasks align with your strengths, values, and mission. 2. Your emotions are your most accurate energy data. Paying attention to what energizes or drains you provides real-time insight into how to adjust your leadership for better performance. 3. Sustainable leadership requires intentional energy design. Simple actions like tracking energy patterns, protecting your peak hours, and building in recovery help you lead with consistency, clarity, and endurance. Episode Minutes: Minute 4:00 - Developing emotional awareness as a leadership skill Minute 6:00 - Patterns in energy drainers: misalignment, value compromise, mission disconnect Minute 9:00 - Action item recap: energy audit, prime window, authentic assessment Links + Resources from This Episode: Take the free 3-minute Authentic Imprint™ Assessment Get a copy of Dana's book, The Internal Revolution: Lead Authentically and Build Your Personal Brand from Within Learn more about The Strengths Journal

Nonprofit burnout is real and nonprofit leaders are carrying more than ever before.In this episode, Tosha Anderson sits down with productivity coach and Winning the Week co-author Demir Bentley to talk about sustainable leadership, weekly planning, productivity systems, and how nonprofit professionals can stop living in constant overwhelm.If you constantly feel behind, struggle to disconnect from work, or feel guilty setting boundaries, this episode will help you rethink what healthy leadership actually looks like.In this conversation, we discuss: ✔ Why nonprofit professionals experience extreme burnout ✔ How perfectionism and urgency culture hurt organizations ✔ Why weekly planning creates calm and clarity ✔ The importance of operational systems and delegation ✔ How leaders unintentionally create organizational dependency ✔ Boundary-setting strategies for mission-driven leaders ✔ Practical habits to reduce overwhelm immediatelyThis episode is packed with actionable strategies nonprofit executives can start using this week.

This webinar explored how marketers can use AI more sustainably through better prompt engineering, right-sizing AI models, and understanding their AI supply chain. We cover the environmental impact of large language models, data centre energy use, and how tracking prompt efficiency acts as a sustainability intervention. Topics include conscious creativity, digital carbon footprint, work footprint, and practical steps for reducing AI energy consumption at work.Every time AI comes up in a marketing conversation, someone asks: "But what about the planet?" This webinar is the answer to that question.Seb Royce, Creative and Communications Partner at Eden Lab, joined us as someone who's been sitting with this tension for years. He loves AI. He uses it every day. But he's also a marketer who audited his own work footprint, took a course at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainable Leadership, and came out the other side with a framework he actually uses. Not a list of things to feel guilty about. A practical way of thinking about the choices you're already making.Timestamps:00:00 - Progress Not Energy Stats01:22 - Introducing Seb Royce03:56 - State of Sustainability Now13:38 - AI and the Environment17:17 - Should We Worry18:27 - Right-Sizing AI Models22:58 - Writing Better Prompts25:58 - Your AI Supply Chain29:53 - Q&A Begins33:44 - Persuading Colleagues36:01 - Tracking AI Usage43:02 - AI Search vs Legacy Search44:58 - Risk Reward and the Guinness Ad50:13 - Final ThoughtsWatch / listen:Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marketing-meetup-podcast/id1365546447Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5QvmFdxg5pMwsfPkKjhXl9The Marketing Meetup thrives for many reasons, but one of the crucial reasons we're able to do what we do is because we have the support of some incredible individuals from some equally inspiring companies. Below is the list of our partners in crime: our amigos. All we have to say is a big, massive, thank you.Cambridge Marketing College – The place to go for marketing qualifications (CIM, CIPR) and marketing apprenticeships. Cambridge Marketing College have supported us since day one, and are an unbelievably kind bunch of people.Frontify – The Frontify DAM simplifies brand workflows so marketing teams can deliver engaging experiences on a global scale, fast.Planable – Planable keeps your content in one calm place. It gives everything one home — what's going out, what's being tweaked, what's scheduled, and what's still an idea.Mailchimp – The leading platform to help you grow your audience, improve automation, and prove ROI more clearly.Wistia – A complete video marketing platform that helps teams create, host, market, and measure their videos and webinars, all in one place.Prismic – A CMS designed for content teams that move quickly and scale without creating more mess.Canva – An online design and publishing tool with a mission to empower everyone in the world to design anything and publish anywhere.

Rajeev Peshawaria (CEO of Stewardship Asia Center) breaks down the key limitations of modern ESG and introduces a more effective alternative for corporate leaders. We discuss the E/S Action Spectrum, the evolving role of business in society, and what "true sustainability" looks like in a rapidly changing world. Tune in to discover how to lead beyond the ESG framework. The Inspiration: Why Rajeev wrote the book "Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG Is Not Enough". The Tool: A breakdown of the E/S Action Spectrum. The Future: What the landscape of ESG and corporate leadership will look like toward the end of 2026. Practical Steps: Actionable advice for businesses to move toward true sustainability.

Rajeev Peshawaria (CEO of Stewardship Asia Center) breaks down the key limitations of modern ESG and introduces a more effective alternative for corporate leaders. We discuss the E/S Action Spectrum, the evolving role of business in society, and what "true sustainability" looks like in a rapidly changing world. Tune in to discover how to lead beyond the ESG framework. The Inspiration: Why Rajeev wrote the book "Sustainable Sustainability: Why ESG Is Not Enough". The Tool: A breakdown of the E/S Action Spectrum. The Future: What the landscape of ESG and corporate leadership will look like toward the end of 2026. Practical Steps: Actionable advice for businesses to move toward true sustainability.

Michelle talks about exhaustion and how to be more sustainable in your leadership.The quiet, creeping depletion that so many high-achieving women carry around. The constant low-level hum of tiredness that we've normalised to the point where we barely notice it anymore.This week's reflection:On a scale of 1 to 10, how sustainable is your current pace? Not how productive you are. Not how much you're achieving. How sustainable.What's one change you could make this week—not a grand overhaul, just one thing—that would move the needle toward more sustainable leadership? Maybe it's a boundary. Maybe it's a conversation. Maybe it's saying no to something. Maybe it's asking for help.Check on someone else. Who around you seems to be running on empty? Could you reach out? Could you normalise the conversation about exhaustion by naming it in yourself?Come find me on Instagram @womenwhochange.official. Tell me what sustainability means to you. Tell me what gets in the way. Tell me what helps.

2025 Four Star Leadership Alumni, Andrew Rodriguez talks about his leadership journey since attending Four Star and his plans for the future.

Eye-opening conversation with Nell 3D (Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey) — leadership advisor, Forbes Senior Contributor, keynote speaker, and self-described Subtraction Activist.With degrees from Harvard, Cambridge, Columbia Business School, and London Business School, and 25+ years advising Fortune 500 executives at Google, Bank of America, American Express, Coca-Cola, and more, Nell has helped high-achieving, impact-driven leaders across the globe break through invisible success ceilings.After her own near-fatal wake-up call from chronic overdoing, she created the Systematic Subtraction™ and Lead in 3D™ frameworks (ME / WE / WORLD) that teach ambitious women how to stop adding more effort and start subtracting what no longer serves them — creating structural change, conserving energy, and generating compounding results in life, teams, and organizations.In this episode, Nell shares why “doing more” stops working for high performers, how to identify and release the hidden drains on your time and energy, and practical ways to align your purpose so success finally feels as good as it looks. Whether you're a leader, entrepreneur, or mission-driven professional feeling stretched thin, this conversation will give you the permission and tools to do less while mattering more.https://www.nell3d.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.Subscribe now at YouTube.com/@RefocusedNetworkThank you for your time. 

Send us Fan MailWhat if the version of success you've been chasing… is the very thing burning you out?In this powerful and honest conversation, Angela sits down with Chantell Preston—CEO, board member, and mom of three—to unpack the truth about “having it all,” why so many high-achieving moms feel exhausted, and what it really looks like to lead a business and a life with more clarity, calm, and compassion.If you've ever felt like you're doing everything “right” but it still feels heavy… this episode is for you.Together, we explore how to release perfectionism, lead without burnout, and redefine success in a way that actually supports your life as a mom—not competes with it.In This Episode, You'll Learn: Why the idea of “having it all” is keeping mom entrepreneurs stuck and overwhelmed  How to lead your business—even on the days you're not at 100%  The role of emotional intelligence in building strong, connected teams (and families)  How to stop saying yes to everything without guilt  Practical ways to reduce the invisible load using support, systems, and even AI  Why making your life easier is not “cheating”—it's strategic  How to move from burnout and pressure to calm, grounded leadership Reflective Question:What would change in your business and your life if you stopped measuring success by exhaustion… and started measuring it by how supported you feel?

Today's episode offers valuable insights into how to create more intentional, empowered, and balanced ways of working and living. Tune in to discover how to break the cycle of stress and start building a life and career that truly supports you! In this episode, Amanda Gulino delves into the complex world of stress management, emotional intelligence, and self-empowerment. Amanda is a dynamic facilitator and certified coach specializing in career design, team development, and leadership habits. She is passionate about reimagining how we work, lead, and connect, guiding individuals and teams to thrive through intentional practices and meaningful change.   In this episode, you will be able to:  Explore challenges in high-stress roles and nonprofit leadership. Recognize emotional responses as valuable information. Build habits for creating space and managing stress. Understand the "energy bank account" concept for better energy management. Value peer support and the sense of not being alone. Emphasize self-compassion and accountability in leadership. Support for this show is brought to you by Pledge. Our friends at pledge have just launched a super easy way to get your campaigns up and running using some pretty cool AI technology. Check out their newest tools ⁠pledge.to⁠ Connect with me: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_malloryerickson/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatthefundraising YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@malloryerickson7946 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/mallory-erickson-bressler/ Website: malloryerickson.com/podcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-the-fundraising/id1575421652 If you haven't already, please visit our new What the Fundraising community forum. Check it out and join the conversation⁠ at this link⁠. If you're looking to raise more from the right funders, then you'll want to check out my⁠ Power Partners Formula⁠, a step-by-step approach to identifying the optimal partners for your organization.⁠ This free masterclass⁠ offers a great starting point

Why is it that the most driven, capable, high-performing business owners are often the first to burn out? You are the one everyone relies on because you care deeply and push harder than anyone else, but you're exhausted, and the business still depends on you for everything. No matter how much you achieve, it never feels like enough. If you feel this way, it's not because you're doing something wrong; it's because you've been rewarded for over-functioning. Your business has grown because you've stepped up, taken responsibility, and carried more than anyone else. The problem is that what got you here won't get you to a sustainably profitable business that supports your life. The solution is not to do less, but to lead differently by building a self-managing, entrepreneurial team and creating systems in which decisions don't rely on you. In this episode, Kaitlyn Beaver and Dr. Sabrina Starling discuss how you can stop being the bottleneck, create time and mental space, and build a business that runs without your constant input. The key to solving burnout isn't rest alone—it's structure. Profit by Design is a Tap the Potential production. Show Highlights:The problem for entrepreneurs is that burnout exists in the background of our lives. We don't even notice it anymore!Losing faith in our team members is a sign of burnout.The real problem for business ownersDecision fatigue: one of the single biggest contributors to burnoutBuilding competence and confidence within our leadership affects our team's ability to move forward.Take a close look at the ways you are over-functioning.Begin by asking, “What do I need?”Putting limits and boundaries in place teaches us (and everyone else) that the business can continue, even when I'm not there. Is your business being led by your nervous system and how reactive you are to every little thing?The cumulative effect that brings positive changeKaitlyn's perspective on the intersection of yoga and an entrepreneurial mindsetLearning to respect the pause, the unplug, and your breath to reconnect with your bodyWhat you learn about managing burnout can benefit your team members.Structures are vital! An example is time strategy over time management. Ready to lead differently and talk with someone who understands? Book a call with Kaitlyn today!Resources:Are you ready to defeat burnout and lead differently? We can help! Book a call with Kaitlyn today!Mentioned in this episode:Jumpstart Your Business - Jumpstart Your Life!You've built a successful business—but it's still running you. Join us to reclaim 10 hours a week and finally step into your role as the owner—register now. We get started April : http://tapthepotential.com/jumpstart

This episode is sponsored by Deel. Hire, manage and pay – anyone, anywhere: https://www.deel.com/nickdayhr/In this episode of @thehrldpodcast Nick Day is joined by Lara Milward, neuroleadership coach, speaker, and founder, with over a decade of experience helping leaders and teams build mental stamina, emotional regulation, and high performance without burning out. Blending neuroscience, physiology, psychology, and real world leadership experience, Lara brings a rare and refreshing perspective to what it truly means to lead at your best.Lara brings a powerful athletic background and science-backed coaching methodology into the world of leadership development. Together, Nick and Lara explore why the leaders who thrive are not the ones who push hardest but the ones who understand how their brain works and train it with the same discipline, intention, and care that elite athletes give their bodies.This conversation unpacks what the Leader Shift framework really means and how six practical tools can transform mindset and behaviour in any leader at any level. Nick and Lara discuss why mental conditioning for leaders is no longer optional, how the neuroscience of threat and reward state directly impacts team performance, and why emotional regulation and self-awareness are now non-negotiable leadership skills.They also explore why the brain needs off-task time to generate its best ideas, the critical role of rest and recovery in avoiding burnout, and how physical challenge builds the same neural pathways as professional resilience. The discussion highlights the importance of the mind-body connection in leadership, the dangers of back-to-back meeting culture, and how leaders can use the SCARF model to keep their teams in a reward state and performing at their peak.In a world shaped by complexity, distraction, and burnout, this episode examines the practical leadership performance tools every HR and L&D professional needs in 2026, including how to manage energy strategically, set boundaries with confidence, and build a high-performing mindset from the inside out.A must-listen for HR leaders, L&D professionals, and anyone ready to stop surviving and start thriving in both their professional and personal lives.Enjoyed this? Check out our sister podcast @thepayrollpodcast for more great content!Connect with Lara Milward: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lara-milward/Lara Milward's website: www.laramilward.comNick Day's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickday/Find your ideal candidate with our job vacancy system: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/919cf6b9eaSign up to the HR L&D Newsletter: https://jgarecruitment.ck.page/23e7b153e7Stay tuned for the next episode of the Payroll Podcast, brought to you by Nick Day, CEO at JGA Recruitment, landing soon!Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction and Welcome to the HR L&D Podcast (02:04) What Human Resources Means to Lara Milward (02:43) The Biggest Leadership Challenges Facing Leaders Today (05:17) The Leader Shift Framework Explained (11:39) Lara's Journey From Athlete to Neuroleadership Coach (18:46) How to Help Leaders Thrive Rather Than Just Survive (22:46) The Neuroscience of Performance and Reward vs Threat State (27:26) Emotional Regulation as a Leadership Superpower (32:28) Avoiding Burnout and Sustaining High Performance (36:59) Why Rest and Recovery Are Critical for Peak Performance (43:42) About Lara's Brand and What She Offers (44:07) HR Vault: Lara's Rapid Fire Leadership Advice

What does it take to truly engage a middle schooler, build a classroom where every student feels like they belong, and sustain yourself as a leader for the long haul? In this second bonus episode recorded live at the NCMLE Moving the Middle Forward Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, Joshua Stamper brings you three more energizing conversations straight from the conference floor, sponsored by New Horizons Global. First, Joshua sits down with educator, speaker, and author Katie Powell to talk about her two books, Boredom Busters and Frustration Busters, and the powerful message from her conference sessions on why lack of motivation is not a behavior problem. Katie unpacks the psychology behind task avoidance and work resistance, shares why empowering students with agency and classroom jobs can transform the culture of a room, and explains how teachers can build engagement strategies that honor both student needs and their own frustration in the process. Next, Joshua connects with the high energy Ronell Blackman, speaker, MC, and community builder, who talks about his work on the power of presence, why showing up fully wherever you are is the foundation for growth, consistency, and confidence, and how small steps forward change everything in education and in life. Rounding out the episode is a returning Aspire to Lead guest, Illinois school leader, author, and speaker Charles Williams, who shares his framework for sustainable leadership built around clarity, capacity, and care, and his evolving work on belonging and what it actually means to create the conditions for every student and staff member to feel genuinely included. All three guests are returning to NCMLE because of one reason: community. And this episode captures exactly why. If you want professional development that makes an impact from day one, visit newhorizonseducation.net and click on Educational Speakers. About Katie Powell Katie Powell is the Director for Middle Level Programs for AMLE and author of the books Boredom Busters and Frustration Busters. As part of her role with AMLE, Katie works closely with schools, districts, and affiliate organizations through the Successful Middle School book study, assessment, and Schools of Distinction programs as well as providing professional development and coaching on a variety of middle grades topics. Follow Katie Powell Website: www.teachbeyondthedesk.comTwitter (X): @beyond_the_deskInstagram: @teach_beyond_the_deskLinkedin: katiepowellbeyondthedesk About Ronnel Blackmon Originally from Akron, Ohio, and currently living in Atlanta, Georgia, he's been modeling for over 20 years, married for over 18 years, a father for over 10 years, and in business with his wife, Tinika Blackmon (CFO), for over 13 years. They have traveled to over 180 cities modeling with the Ebony Fashion Fair and many other Class A clients. He has emceed live events, fundraising events, and facilitated corporate events across the country. Ronnel has a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and a Master's Degree in Psychology with a focus on Industrial Organization. He's valued as a fitness influencer and has received a host of certifications including, personal and executive life coaching. Ronnel has a passion for fatherhood, being a husband, a businessman, motivating others through life and fitness, educating communities, and being the connector of people looking to further their dreams and visions. His diverse hobbies include sports, manly conversations, and trying something new. The vision that Ronnel has is robust, but with the help of others he believes that the future is bright for so many, and with exposure to more than what surrounds you brings vision, goals, and a desire for success. Help us build a community through conversations by following all of our projects and those we collaborate with. Follow Ronnel Blackmon Website:https://www.ronnelblackmon.com About Charles Willaims Charles Williams has been an educator for more than 15 years serving as a teacher, a mentor/lead teacher, an assistant principal, and a principal for urban students in grades K-12. He also serves as an equity advocate through his work with Great Expectations Mentoring, Chicago Public School's Office of Equity, and The City of Chicago's Equity Office. Charles is the host of The Counter Narrative Podcast, a show designed to challenge the dominant narrative that often negatively portrays our disenfranchised populations. He is also the co-host of Inside the Principal's Office, a bi-monthly show featuring educational leaders from around the world. After presenting at numerous events including nationwide conferences, educational workshops, and fundraising events, Charles decided to launch CW Consulting - an organization committed to delivering personalized keynotes, workshops, and consulting services focused on helping institutions to unlock their potential and delivering results. Follow Charles Williams: Links: https://linktr.ee/_cwconsulting -- #1 New Release, "The Language of Behavior" is NOW Available! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DVT32KQ1?&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=d18e5a44a6582a22d15ee23193af7bb8&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl The Language of Behavior is an essential guide for school leaders committed to transforming their school culture and addressing student behavior through a more compassionate, effective approach. Drawing on their extensive experience in education, Charle Peck and Joshua Stamper challenge outdated disciplinary practices and offer a clear, trauma-informed framework that empowers educators to interpret student behavior as a form of communication. Through three core tenets—Consider the Environment, Explore the Root Causes of Behavior, and Respond with Intentionality—this book equips leaders with actionable strategies to foster positive behavior, build stronger relationships, and cultivate a more supportive school climate. Packed with real-world case studies, evidence-based practices, and insights into the lasting effects of childhood trauma, The Language of Behavior provides school leaders with the tools to create lasting, meaningful change. It offers a roadmap to reduce behavior issues, re-engage students and staff, and establish a culture of accountability and empathy. This book is not just a reference—it's a call to lead with vision and transform how we approach discipline, ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive. Bulk Orders: https://www.connectedd.org/bulk-orders — Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? Contact Brad Waid to book Joshua Stamper for your next event on Improving Student Behavior, Impacting School Mental Health, or Creating healthy habits. Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ Twitter: www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper Instagram: www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Teach Better Podcast Network This podcast is a part of the Teach Better Podcast Network. Explore the Teach Better Podcast Network—your hub for insightful conversations covering diverse education topics. Our podcasts empower educators, fostering progressive, student-focused classrooms. Choose a podcast, subscribe, and dive into recent episodes now at https://www.teachbetterpodcastnetwork.com/

This week, we're revisiting a past episode of the podcast, The Regulated Team: Creating Cultures that Breathe. As recent episodes have explored sustainable authority and the shift away from urgency driven leadership, this conversation feels especially relevant. It expands those ideas beyond the individual, showing how regulation or dysregulation spreads across a team and shapes the culture as a whole.Through the Five Ives framework, this episode reminds us that thriving organizations don't just perform differently, they feel different. With a focus on co regulation, predictable rhythms, and simple rituals, it offers a practical look at creating environments that support steadiness, creativity, and long term sustainability.Sign up for the University of Pennsylvania Behavior Breakthrough Accredited CourseLearn about the Staff Sustainability System a proven system to reduce burnout at the rootOther related resources from Five Ives: Blog Post: Why Traditional Employee Wellness Programs Fail (And What Works Instead)Survive Mode: Recognizing When Your Organization is in CrisisWhat are the Five Ives?Podcast:Why Accountability Feels ThreateningHow Regulated Leaders Make Better Decisions in High-Stress SystemsLeading Through Conflict Without EscalationA Fresh Look at the Five Ives Framework in the WorkplaceBoundaries as Leadership InfrastructureClarity as a Safety CueWhen Leaders Become the StressorEpisode 2: Authority Without FearEpisode 1: What Stress Does to Decision MakingWhen Culture DysregulatesOnboarding as Co-RegulationThe Regulated Organization: What it Means to be a Regulated OrganizationOur Online Programs: Behavior BreakthroughPolicing Under PressureBoard Governance TrainingUniversity of Pennsylvania Behavior Breakthrough Accredited CourseSubscribe to our mailing list and find out more about Stress, Trauma, Behavior and the Brain!Check out our Facebook Group – Five Ives!Five Ives WebsiteThe Behavior Hub blogIf you're looking for support as you grow your organization's capacity for caring for staff and the community, we would love to be part of that journey. Schedule a free discovery call and let us be your guideAs an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

If leaders aren't healthy, teams eventually suffer.In Episode 4, Austin Ryan and Lane Wood turn the conversation inward, exploring 10 non-negotiable ways leaders must care for themselves spiritually, emotionally, physically, and relationally.This honest conversation addresses:Why neglecting health leads to burnout and failureWhat “healthy leadership” really looks likeDaily, weekly, and seasonal practices that fill your tankThe difference between guilt-driven leadership and grace-filled leadershipWhy self-care isn't selfish—it's stewardshipIf you want to finish strong instead of flaming out, this episode is essential.Watch the VIDEO Podcast HEREDid you enjoy this episode? Do us a favor and share with worship leaders & pastors around you! Also, leave a rating and review so it makes it easier for other worship leaders to find us! Follow Us on Facebook and Instagram for more content on worship leading every week. The Worship Catalyst Podcast is produced by Worship Catalyst. A non-profit ministry that serves churches by training, mentoring and coaching worship leaders and their teams. For more information about Worship Catalyst or for more resources to help you become a better worship leader, visit worshipcatalyst.com.

In this episode, bestselling author and branding expert Dorie Clark joins Vanessa Thompson on The Sustainability Experts to discuss how leaders can build a powerful personal brand rooted in their values. They explore standing out with authenticity, leading with purpose, and integrating sustainability into leadership and business strategy to create meaningful, lasting impact.

Stefan Feuerstein In this episode, Dr. Rob Harter sits down with Stefan Feuerstein to explore why healthy delegation is essential for nonprofit leaders who want to avoid burnout and build sustainable organizations. Drawing on years of leadership experience in the humanitarian sector, Stefan explains that delegation is not about getting work off your plate, but about empowering team members, clarifying responsibility, and helping others grow into greater leadership. Rob and Stefan unpack the fears that often keep mission-driven leaders from delegating well, especially the fear that the mission will suffer if someone else takes on key responsibilities. Stefan shares practical insights from his A-B-C Delegation Framework and explains how leaders can create healthier teams by defining responsibility, building trust, and developing people in ways that strengthen both the organization and its impact. Key Topics Include: Why delegation is a leadership skill every nonprofit leader must develop How poor delegation contributes to burnout, bottlenecks, and micromanagement The fear and control issues that keep leaders from letting go What healthy delegation looks like in a growing organization How Stefan's A-B-C Delegation Framework creates clarity and trust Why delegation should be used to develop people, not just distribute tasks A practical first step leaders can take this week to reduce overwhelm Mentioned in This Episode: Stefan Feuerstein's website: https://abcdelegation.com/ Stefan Feuerstein on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefan-feuerstein-0b35a7117 Stefan's book, A-B-C Delegation: The Manager's Guide to Effective Delegation: This Episode is Sponsored By: Donorbox Links to Resources: Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob's website: RobHarter.com Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel Suggestions for the show? Email us at nonprofitleadershippodcast@gmail.com Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at rob@robharter.com Subscribe and ShareListen and subscribe to the Nonprofit Leadership Podcast on iTunes, Spotify, or Amazon. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with other nonprofit leaders!

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In this episode of the Breakfast Leadership Show, Michael sits down with Yancy to explore a powerful journey from career burnout to purpose-driven leadership. What began as a successful career in green building ultimately led to a health crisis that forced Yancy to confront the cost of overperformance, unconscious habits, and chronic self-neglect. That reckoning became the catalyst for creating Casa Alternavida, a leadership and wellness retreat center in Puerto Rico designed to help leaders reset, recalibrate, and lead sustainably. Yancy shares the real, unpolished reality behind the transition including a two-year remote phase-out from his corporate role, navigating hurricanes, financial strain, and the pandemic. Rather than derailing the mission, each disruption deepened his coaching capacity and clarified the work he was meant to do. The same burnout patterns that once drove his own collapse now show up repeatedly in the leaders who attend his retreats, reinforcing a simple truth: burnout is rarely a personal failure; it is a leadership signal. From Career Success to Conscious Leadership Yancy walks listeners through the internal and external shifts required to move from traditional success metrics to values-driven leadership. Leaving a stable career was not a dramatic overnight leap. It was a slow, uncomfortable disentangling process marked by uncertainty and resilience. The environmental challenges faced in Puerto Rico, from hurricanes to infrastructure breakdowns, mirrored the internal rebuilding leaders must do after burnout. These experiences shaped the retreat philosophy: growth is forged in disruption, not comfort. That insight ultimately led Yancy to write a book grounded in lived experience, not theory, offering leaders a roadmap to recognize burnout early and respond with intention rather than collapse. The Real Root Causes of Burnout Michael and Yancy unpack burnout beyond surface-level stress management. Yancy identifies three recurring root causes he sees consistently in leaders: Neglect of physical well-being Leaders often treat their bodies as tools rather than systems, ignoring sleep, nutrition, and recovery until health forces their attention. Unconscious communication patterns Unspoken expectations, unresolved tension, and misalignment quietly drain energy and erode trust, both internally and within teams. The “superhero complex” driven by the inner critic Many leaders operate from a belief that they must carry everything alone. This identity is often praised externally while silently destroying capacity from the inside. Through the lens of self-leadership, these patterns can be interrupted. Awareness creates choice, and choice restores agency. Why Retreats Create Breakthroughs The conversation highlights why immersive retreats remain one of the most effective environments for leadership transformation. Removed from constant digital noise and performance pressure, leaders experience time differently. Presence expands. Nervous systems downshift. Perspective returns. Yancy explains that when people reconnect with their senses and the natural environment, clarity accelerates. Decisions that once felt overwhelming become obvious. Productivity improves not because leaders push harder, but because they stop leaking energy. Michael reinforces that self-care is not a reward for hard work; it is the infrastructure that makes sustainable leadership possible. Leadership That Lasts Yancy also discusses his book, Amplify Your Leadership, which distills the tools, practices, and frameworks he teaches at Casa Alternavida. The book is designed for leaders who want to scale impact without sacrificing health, relationships, or integrity. The episode closes with an invitation for listeners to rethink how they define success and to recognize burnout as an early warning system rather than a breaking point. Key Takeaways Burnout is not a weakness; it is feedback Self-leadership precedes sustainable external leadership Presence and recovery increase performance, not reduce it Leaders do not need more pressure; they need better systems Conscious communication and body awareness are non-negotiable leadership skills Learn More To learn more about Yancy's work, retreats, and leadership resources, listeners are encouraged to explore his programs and writing through Casa Alternavida. https://www.yancywright.com/ https://www.casaalternavida.com/     ABOUT YANCY A visionary facilitator and coach, Yancy Wright guides organizations to new horizons. For almost two decades, he has been at the forefront of behavior change, aiding leaders and teams in resolving pain points such as communication breakdowns, misaligned values, silos, and resistance to change. His strength lies in championing value-aligned communication and igniting collaboration through authentic emotional intelligence.   Emerging from his own career burnout as a luminary in Seattle's green building industry, Yancy founded Alternavida in 2013. For over a decade, he has curated impactful learning experiences for esteemed organizations like CBRE Real Estate, Blanchard, Money Group, AbbVie, and Dell Children's Hospital Foundation. Yancy's nature-centric team-building approach doesn't just transform mindsets; it empowers executives to lead authentically from the very core of their being.   In 2017, Yancy reached a major milestone by designing and constructing Casa Alternavida, a tropical leadership retreat center transformed from an old, abandoned structure. Nestled between a lush rainforest and a warm ocean, this Puerto Rican sanctuary layers healthy food, quality rest, and nature adventures with personal growth.   Certified in Leadership and Transformation coaching (Hendricks Institute), Resilience coaching (HeartMath Institute), and Forest Therapy (ANFT), Yancy's mastery extends beyond qualifications. His master's degree in architecture enables him to design unique experiential learning structures tailored precisely to meet clients where they are.   Yancy Wright stands as the transformational catalyst, blending unique expertise, decades of experience, and a commitment to empowering positive change that helps his clients achieve extraordinary outcomes.

On this episode of The Life You're Made For, host Dr. Heather Penny sits down with Tiffany Loeffler, Executive Director of the nonprofit The Alliance, serving at-risk and foster children, to discuss sustainable leadership and how meeting real human needs shapes the way we lead.Together, they unpack what it looks like to create healthy rhythms, protect your personal life from work overflow, and build filters for the many good opportunities that compete for your attention. Tiffany shares how she structures her days, notices the warning signs of overload, and builds recovery into her life through intentional daily, weekly, and yearly practices.This episode is a thoughtful reminder that leadership isn't about doing more. It's about knowing yourself, staying aligned with your values, and leading from a place of clarity, balance, and purpose.Step into The Life You're Made For, I'm cheering you on!heatherpenny.com@heatherpennyphdMusic & Production by Jason Squires

Are you leading on an empty tank?  In this high-energy episode of The Enlightened Executive, Susan Drumm is joined by keynote speaker and joy instigator Marli Williams to explore how cultivating energy intelligence can radically elevate your leadership presence, resilience, and impact.  You'll discover:  Why managing your energy, not just your time, is the secret to leading sustainably The 4 pillars of energetic leadership: Presence, Authenticity, Capacity, and Vitality  Marli's "Fully Charged" framework: Fuel, Focus, Filter, Fun, and Frequency  A mindset shift that turns draining obligations into energizing opportunities  Practical rituals to recharge your energy and amplify your influence  Marli's journey, from wilderness guide to executive coach, reveals how awareness creates choice, and how small, intentional shifts can transform how you lead and how your team performs.  "When you choose you, others get the best of you, and you bring out the best in others." — Marli Williams  If you're ready to stop performing and start powerfully showing up, this episode is your spark. 

In this episode, we're joined by Time Management Coach and Author Lori Oberbroeckling to debunk the myth that you have to choose between a thriving career and a present family life. As the author of Secrets of Supermom, Lori reveals how to lead with unshakeable presence by mastering your personal capacity rather than just your calendar.Tune in to learn:Why we often run out of energy long before we run out of time and how to use that knowledge to pace yourself through your many roles.The secrets to scaling your impact across corporate, entrepreneurial, and family life without hitting a state of total depletion.How to identify your personal energy bleeds, blocks, and boosts through a proactive audit so you can work during your peak states.Practical ways to set brave boundaries that protect your joy and implement a morning routine that grounds your entire day.It's time to move from the exhaustion of a reactive yes culture to owning your authority with an intentional leadership style!Free Gift: Energy Focus Planning Starter KitFinally feel motivated again — not because you're forcing it,but because you're working with your natural energy instead of against it!Lori's Giveaway Contribution: Secrets of Supermom BookIf you have searched every motherhood book and all the parenting books, but are ready for one that actually works, look no further. Whether you want to get more done, conquer a big goal, increase your happiness and confidence, or become your very best self, the secrets in this book can help you achieve it. You want to feel like you are serving your family, serving your team, and serving yourself all in the best way you know how. Without guilt. Without apology.Connect with Lori: Website | Podcast | Instagram---Enter the Book Launch Celebration Giveaway!

Send a textC4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved.   We work with businesses, sports teams, hospitals, churches…anyone looking to RISE TOGETHER.  We also write children's books and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other.   Please check out c4leaders.org to support our important work. Season 6 Episode #5 Anthony Silard is coming from Rome, Italy (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Anthony via his website theartoflivingfree.orgAnthony Silard, Ph.D. is a Professor of Leadership and the Director of the Center for Sustainable Leadership at Luiss Business School in Rome. He is an internationally recognized authority in the fields of relationships, leadership emotional intelligence, relational healing and personal transformation. His research focuses on emotion, leadership, loneliness and trauma, and he is one of the most published researchers in the world on loneliness in organizations. As author of Love and Suffering: Break the Emotional Chains That Prevent You From Experiencing Love, he offers a fresh, counterintuitive paradigm for navigating the obstacles that hold us back from deeper connection — making him a compelling voice in the psychology of relationships and love. He has counseled numerous individuals and couples on relationship challenges and issues. In Love and Suffering, Dr. Silard introduces his signature Love Progression Model, guiding readers through stages of acceptance, forgiveness, gratitude, and love — reframing suffering not as a barrier, but as a pathway toward deeper relational capacity. Anthony, thanks for sharing your many gifts, talents, and passions with people all over the world.  Thanks for continuing to fight for the belief in humanity and thanks for being our guest on Life's Essential Ingredients…welcome to the show!TOTD – “Progress is impossible without change; and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything.”                                              George Bernard ShawBuild a habit - to create intention - to live your purpose! In this episode:What was life like growing up?What are you life's essential ingredients?Guru on loneliness – 3 human needs – emotional connections, part of a group and making an impact in the world…What is leadership?Developing values…how to you suggest we do so…Importance of processing pain/hurt…Letting loneliness be our guide…The lens of how we see relationships…Values…CMSRs – talking about relationships…ForgivenessUnderstanding the unmet needs of your partner, people in your life….Congrats on books… Screened In The Myth of Happiness, The Myth of Friendship and your newest book Love and SufferingLove Progression Model, guiding readers through stages of acceptance, forgiveness, gratitude, and love Website mentions becoming a Community Facilitator…what is that about?Books you recommend?Legacy   

Welcome back to Girl, Take the Lead! — this episode invites us to question a belief many high-functioning women have been taught to accept as normal:That leadership requires constant tension.That urgency equals effectiveness.That burnout is simply the cost of ambition.What if leadership doesn't start with mindset, strategy, or productivity —but with capacity?My guest today is Kathryn Spears, a Neuro Somatic Practitioner who specializes in high-performance regulation for women whose nervous systems are carrying a lot — senior leaders, founders, changemakers, and disruptors who are holding big careers, big visions, and big responsibilities… often from a place of perpetual tension that society has normalized.Kathryn's work is deeply personal. She knows firsthand what it's like to lead from survival physiology — over-functioning, perfectionism, and chronic stress — while appearing successful on the outside and silently burning out on the inside. Decisions made from adrenaline. Connection guarded by hyper-vigilance. Burnout disguised as ambition.Today, Kathryn helps women stop working against their nervous systems and start leading with them — using applied neurology and neurosomatics to create real, physiological capacity for clarity, presence, and sustainable leadership.This is not about fixing yourself.It's about learning the language of your nervous system — and reclaiming agency, energy, and choice.Together, Yo and Kathryn explore:✨ Why Chronic Stress Becomes InvisibleHow stress isn't just a feeling — but a full-body state shift that quietly becomes our baseline.✨ Why You Can't Mindset Your Way Out of BurnoutHow the nervous system governs clarity, decision-making, and resilience before conscious thought ever kicks in.✨ High Performance vs. Survival PerformanceWhy many high-achieving women succeed despite their physiology — and what changes when capacity replaces overdrive.✨ Stress, Overwhelm, and the Protective Nervous SystemHow overwhelm, procrastination, imposter syndrome, and the inner critic are not flaws — but protective responses.✨ Completing the Stress CycleSimple, science-backed ways to modulate out of stress and return to homeostasis — without pushing, forcing, or overriding the body.✨ Why Regulation Is Personal, Not PrescriptiveWhy nervous system work must be customized — because each nervous system is as unique as a fingerprint.✨ From Self-Abandonment to Authentic LeadershipHow early adaptive patterns shaped by safety and belonging can be updated — without shame.✨ Capacity as the Missing Link in ChangeWhy habit change, healing, and growth often fail — and how physiological capacity makes change possible.✨ Liberation Over FixingWhy nothing about you is broken — and how real transformation happens when the body is heard.

High performers often equate momentum with pressure. If burnout recovery has made things feel calmer instead of urgent, this episode explains why that's not regression—it's alignment. Learn how renewed momentum works at the identity level.Momentum doesn't always feel intense.For many high-capacity humans, the most disorienting part of burnout recovery is realizing that progress no longer feels urgent.In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly explores Renewed Momentum—the stage where forward movement begins to feel lighter, steadier, and more sustainable.In this episode, you'll learn:Why calm momentum is often mistaken for stagnation or disengagementHow burnout recovery changes your internal signal for progressWhy urgency was never proof of effectiveness—just pressure in disguiseWhat's actually happening in the nervous system when momentum feels easierHow identity alignment reduces friction, decision fatigue, and self-overrideWhy “lighter” movement often lasts longer than driven effortThis episode speaks directly to high performers navigating:burnout recovery, decision fatigue, role confusion, success without fulfillment, spiritual exhaustion, and identity drift.Julie introduces Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR) as the differentiator—not another mindset tactic, but the root-level recalibration that makes every other tool effective again. When identity is aligned, momentum no longer requires self-sacrifice.Team Recalibration (for leaders)Instead of asking “What's next?”, try asking your team: “What's already moving?” This reinforces progress without manufacturing urgency and builds trust without pressure.Today's Micro RecalibrationNotice one place this week where you moved forward without forcing it. No fixing. No optimizing. Just recognition.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

In this episode of Counsel Culture, Eric sits down with executive coach, author, and former corporate leader Cory Carlson for a grounded conversation about leadership, burnout, and why success at work eventually collapses when life at home is neglected. Cory reflects on a recent personal loss that renewed his sense of urgency around intentional living and clarified his mission to help leaders win at home first. Cory shares his path from civil engineer to sales executive to full-time coach, including the season when imposter syndrome and pressure at the top began to erode his health, presence, and priorities. He explains how hiring a coach reshaped not just his performance, but how he showed up as a husband, father, and leader, and why so many high performers mistake busyness for effectiveness. Eric and Cory explore why leaders can't compartmentalize their lives, how personal stress inevitably shows up at work, and why avoiding personal conversations with team members limits both trust and performance. Cory challenges the idea that leaders at the top have it all figured out, drawing from years of coaching executives who look successful externally but are often struggling internally. The conversation dives into burnout, purpose, and identity. Cory explains why burnout doesn't come from forgetting how to work, but from forgetting why we work, and shares the framework he uses to help leaders reconnect with purpose and priorities. They close with practical insights on journaling, reflection, and daily rhythms that sustain leaders over decades, not quarters. In this episode, you'll learn: · Why winning at home first is essential for sustainable leadership · How imposter syndrome quietly undermines performance · The difference between being busy and being effective · Why personal conversations drive better leadership outcomes · How purpose anchors leaders during burnout · Simple habits that build clarity, resilience, and alignment This episode is dedicated to Cory's journey and the lessons forged along the way. This conversation is a reminder that leadership is not about arrival, but alignment. This conversation is what we make it. This, is Counsel Culture. Learn more at www.ericbrooker.com | www.corymcarlson.com 

This special Monday release of Skip the Queue marks Blue Monday, often labelled the most depressing day of the year. But is Blue Monday real, or just clever marketing?Andy Povey is joined by Emma Newell, Chair of the TEA Wellness Council, to unpack the truth behind Blue Monday and explore a much bigger issue facing the attractions industry: burnout.Key Topics Covered: The truth about Blue MondayWhat burnout really looks likeThe Window of ToleranceWhy the attractions industry is uniquely challengingWhy burnout often feels “normal” in themed entertainmentSeasonal living and energy managementLeadership, boundaries and responsibilityThe role of the TEA Wellness Council Show References: Emma Newell, TEA Chair, and Strategy, Culture & Leadership Coach at Magnetic Moon Coachinghttps://www.teaconnect.org/https://magneticmooncoaching.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/emma-newell-magneticmooncoachingltd/ Skip the Queue is brought to you by Merac. We provide attractions with the tools and expertise to create world-class digital interactions. Very simply, we're here to rehumanise commerce. Your host is Andy Povey.If you like what you hear, you can subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, and all the usual channels by searching Skip the Queue or visit our website SkiptheQueue.fm.If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review, it really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on LinkedIn. We have launched our brand-new playbook: ‘The Retail Ready Guide to Going Beyond the Gift Shop' — your go-to resource for building a successful e-commerce strategy that connects with your audience and drives sustainable growth. Download your FREE copy here

Welcome back for the first of our episodes for 2026

High performance often relies on pressure—but what happens when urgency fades? This episode explores why alignment doesn't dull your edge, how calm sharpens clarity, and why sustainable leadership begins when pressure no longer drives you.Many high-capacity humans quietly fear that if pressure disappears, their effectiveness will too.If urgency has been your edge…If tension has been mistaken for excellence…If exhaustion has been rewarded as commitment…Then calm can feel suspicious.In this episode of The Recalibration, Julie Holly addresses one of the most unspoken fears beneath high achievement: What if pressure was the thing that made me effective?Through the lens of Identity-Level Recalibration (ILR), this conversation reframes performance pressure not as the source of excellence—but as a survival strategy that once worked and no longer needs to lead.Julie explores why urgency narrows perception, why tension compresses clarity, and how alignment expands discernment, accuracy, and endurance. This is not about becoming passive or soft. It's about shifting from driven regulation to aligned capacity—where leadership stabilizes, decisions sharpen, and energy compounds instead of depletes.Unlike mindset tactics or productivity strategies, ILR operates at the root level. It recalibrates identity so behavior, performance, and leadership emerge naturally—without force. When identity is stable and the nervous system is regulated, your system has access to more information, not less. That's why alignment doesn't kill the edge—it refines it.This episode speaks directly to high performers navigating burnout recovery, decision fatigue, success without fulfillment, identity drift, and spiritual exhaustion. It offers reassurance for leaders who feel calmer but wonder if they're still sharp—and names the truth most never hear:Pressure made you effective.Alignment makes you enduring.Today's Micro RecalibrationAsk yourself this question and notice how your body responds—without analysis:Where have I been using urgency as a substitute for clarity?You're not auditing yourself.You're orienting.Because precision returns when pressure steps aside.Explore Identity-Level Recalibration→ Join the next Friday Recalibration Live experience → Take your listening deeper! Subscribe to The Weekly Recalibration Companion to receive reflections and extensions to each week's podcast episodes. → Follow Julie Holly on LinkedIn for more recalibration insights → Schedule a conversation with Julie to see if The Recalibration is a fit for you → Download the Misalignment Audit → Subscribe to the weekly newsletter → Books to read (Tidy categories on Amazon- I've read/listened to each recommended title.) → One link to all things

Anthony Silard, Ph.D. is a Professor of Leadership and the Director of the Center for Sustainable Leadership at Luiss Business School in Rome, CEO of The Global Leadership Institute and the President of The Center for Social Leadership. His leadership programs have helped thousands of people in over 40 countries to create positive, breakthrough personal and social change in their lives and the lives of others.  In this episode Anthony shares his insights about processing loneliness. Don't forget to Subscribe to the show! Purchase Anthony's book: Love and Suffering: Break the Emotional Chains that Prevent You from Experiencing Love.  Visit Anthony's Website: https://theartoflivingfree.org/ ✔️Take the Emotional Detox Quiz  Purchase The Emotional Detox 50 Card Deck

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant shares her personal odyssey as a wildlife ecologist, conservation biologist and co-host of the famed TV nature show “Wild Kingdom.” As a scientist dedicated to protecting and conserving the diversity of the web of life, she reminds us that, as human beings, we are part of nature. It's all connected, and it's high time to bring about peaceful coexistence, not only with nature, but with one another. Rae Wynn-Grant, Ph.D., is a wildlife ecologist and conservation biologist, creator of the award-winning podcast “Going Wild with Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant,” co-host of Mutual of Omaha's “Wild Kingdom,” and author of “⁠Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World⁠.” Resources ⁠Rae Wynn-Grant – Wild Life: How Personal Journeys are Essential to Sustainable Leadership in Environmental Science⁠ | Bioneers 2024 Keynote ⁠Rae Wynn-Grant – Becoming a Wildlife Ecologist in a Rugged World⁠ | Excerpt from “Wild Life: Finding My Purpose in an Untamed World” Credits Executive Producer: Kenny Ausubel Written by: Leo Hornak and Kenny Ausubel Senior Producer and Station Relations: Stephanie Welch Program Engineer and Music Supervisor: Emily Harris Producer: Teo Grossman Host and Consulting Producer: Neil Harvey Production Assistance: Leo Hornak and Monica Lopez This is an episode of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Visit the ⁠radio and podcast homepage⁠ to learn more.

In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant and Owner at EGH, LLC, shares why intentional rest is essential for effective leadership, especially in fast paced, high performance environments.

In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant and Owner at EGH, LLC, shares why intentional rest is essential for effective leadership, especially in fast paced, high performance environments.

In This Episode Leadership isn't sustainable without intention, structure, and reflection. In this episode, Adi Klevit sits down with Tony Thelen to explore the often-overlooked concept of systematizing leadership. Drawing on decades of executive experience at John Deere, Tony explains why repeatable success depends on systems—not just in operations, but in how leaders manage themselves, their decisions, and their priorities. The conversation also explores Tony's book, Things We Desire, inspired by the 1927 poem Desiderata. Tony and Adi discuss how enduring values such as peace, purpose, and self-awareness can be translated into practical leadership systems. Tony introduces his four-quadrant framework, offering leaders a structured way to manage professional life, personal relationships, community involvement, and self-care with intention.  

Send us a textToo many high-performing leaders hit their goals and still feel drained. If you've built success but can't seem to slow down without guilt, this episode is for you.I sat down with Ari Williams, a bold and refreshing voice in Christian music and author of The Boundless Mind, to explore what happens when performance becomes our default mode. Ari shares her story of leading worship, writing, and serving, until her pace landed her in a hospital room. That moment changed everything.In this conversation, we unpack how to lead from rest, not from exhaustion; the mindset shift that frees you to scale your impact without sacrificing your health, your family, or your peace. You'll hear practical insights on stewarding your energy, managing the pressure to perform, and renewing your mind for sustainable growth.If you're ready to lead from overflow instead of depletion, this episode will help you make that shift; from running on empty to leading with intention, clarity, and rest.

You can't lead with resilience if your joy reservoir is empty. Your leadership depends on one thing most leaders forget to refill — your joy reservoir. This episode of The Joyosity™ Podcast dives into the essential truth that sustainable leadership isn't about endless hustle — it's about refilling your joy. Jenn Whitmer unpacks why motivation and willpower alone will eventually fail, how stress chemicals keep leaders depleted, and the three daily practices that protect and restore your energy: space, safety, and support. This is your permission slip to stop pouring from empty and lead from overflow instead. Here's What's in the Episode: 1:15 Burnout happens when leaders give more than they refill. 5:22 Neuroscience shows consistent, tiny leadership practices lower anxiety, improve sleep, and increase team engagement. And more joyful leadership for you. 9:45 How to judge where you are as a leader. 10:30 Three practices to cultivate resilient joy. Key Takeaway You can't pour joy from dust—refill your reservoir so your leadership flows from overflow, not exhaustion. About the Host: Jenn Whitmer Jenn is an international keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and the founder of Joyosity™, helping leaders create positive, profitable cultures through connection, curiosity, and joy. With a background in communication, conflict resolution, and team dynamics, Jenn helps leaders and organizations navigate complex people challenges, reduce burnout, and build flourishing workplaces. Her insights have resonated with audiences worldwide, blending real-world leadership expertise, engaging storytelling, and a dash of humor to make the hard stuff easier. Whether on stage, in workshops, or with coaching clients, Jenn equips leaders with the tools they need to solve conflict, cultivate communication, and lead with purpose. Her upcoming book Joyosity hits shelves December 9, 2025, offering leaders a fresh approach to joy at work that builds real results. Resources & Links: Preorder Joyosity: Joyosity: How to Cultivate Intense Happiness in Work & Life (Even If Things Are What They Are) Joy isn't fluff — it's fierce strategy. This book gives leaders the tools to turn exhaustion into resilience and build cultures where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity™ Jumpstart → Get crystal clear on what you want, what's in the way, and how to move forward with traction. Starting the Journey: Enneagram Navigator → Stop guessing your type. In this 1:1 session, get clarity on your motivations and blind spots. Ready to Dive In: Joyosity™ Intensive → A one-day transformative experience to realign with your values and build a practical plan for joyful leadership. A Party for More: Bring Jenn & the Joy to Speak → Bring the spark (not just the spark notes!) to your whole team with contagious joy, practical tools, and plenty of laughter. Loved this episode? Rate, review, and share with a fellow leader who's ready to ditch the drama and lead with more joy, curiosity, and clarity.

SummaryIn this episode of the Rise Urban Nation podcast, Taryell Simmons and Amervis López Cobb explore the journey of leadership through the lens of psychological safety and personal experiences. Amervis shares her story of overcoming adversity as a teen mom and navigating corporate environments, emphasizing the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue and the need for leaders to be vulnerable. The conversation delves into frameworks for empowerment and healing, highlighting how personal growth can lead to impactful leadership. The episode serves as a call to action for leaders to prioritize psychological safety and to recognize the diverse needs of their teams. In this conversation, Amervis López Cobb and Taryell Simmons explore the essential elements of effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of psychological safety, vulnerability, and the ENOUGH framework. They discuss transformative leadership experiences, the significance of listening, and the need for emerging leaders to trust their instincts and amplify their voices. The dialogue highlights the impact of leadership on personal and organizational growth, advocating for a culture of openness and accountability.Resources/Mentions:Amervis' websiteLeading with Psychological Safety (book)YouTube: @amervisauthorFree access to audiobook: https://amervisauthor.com/audio Credits:Host: Taryell SimmonsGuest: Amervis Lopez CobbMusic: Will MakerProduction: RISE Urban Nation    Join the Movement with RISE Urban Nation Podcast

In this uplifting and practical episode of The Retreat Leaders Podcast, Shannon Jamail is joined by UK-based performance coach and former professional dancer Lucy Dutton to talk about something not enough retreat leaders are addressing: how to lead retreats without sacrificing your own well-being. Lucy shares her powerful journey from the high-stakes world of professional dance to wellness and peak performance coaching—and how her deep understanding of energy, values, and leadership now helps retreat leaders avoid burnout. Together, they explore: ✅ Why energy management matters more than location or food ✅ The hidden danger of leading retreats while running on empty ✅ How to use your personal values as a decision-making compass ✅ Why your environment directly impacts your energy ✅ The difference between holding space and emotionally oversharing ✅ How to stay inspired and grounded even during high-demand retreats Whether you're planning your first retreat or you're a seasoned pro, this conversation will help you lead from a place of calm, clarity, and conviction. About Lucy: Lucy J Dutton is a certified peak performance coach and speaker , international best selling author with 30 years of experience coaching entrepreneurs on productivity, goal setting, and transforming limiting beliefs. She empowers female holistic service based entrepreneurs and small business owners to become peak performers in life and business. So that their business grows easily, and they experience fulfilment and joy in their personal life. Lucy was a professional dancer for 10 years and has been an entrepreneur and coach for over 3 decades.  Despite the fact that she used to be painfully shy, she found her voice by pushing through the awkward and uncomfortable times. Gradually building her self-confidence and self-belief. She has founded her own Holistic Peak Performance Coaching business to complement the health coaching she was already doing. With health and fitness being the foundation of everything she does.   Learn more: https://lucyjdutton.com/   The Retreat Leaders Podcast Resources and Links: Learn to Host Retreats Join our private Facebook Group Top 5 Marketing Tools Free Guide Get your legal docs for retreats Join Shannon in London  Join our LinkedIn Group Apply to be a guest on our show   Thanks for tuning into the Retreat Leaders Podcast. Remember to subscribe for more insightful episodes, and visit our website for additional resources. Let's create a vibrant retreat community together!   Subscribe:  Apple Podcast | Google Podcast | Spotify   ------- Timestamps Guest Introduction: Lucy Dutton's Background (00:01:43) Lucy shares her journey from professional dancer to peak performance coach. The Demands of Dancing and Self-Care (00:04:08) Discussion about the physical and emotional demands of dancing and the importance of self-care. Retreat Leaders' Energy Drain (00:05:35) Shannon describes how retreat leaders often neglect their own well-being, leading to exhaustion. The Importance of Energy and Daily Practices (00:07:32) Lucy explains the significance of maintaining personal energy and implementing daily self-care practices. Understanding and Aligning with Core Values (00:09:09) Lucy discusses discovering personal values and how misalignment can affect retreat experiences. Creating Supportive Environments (00:10:24) Lucy outlines the importance of physical, social, and informational environments for retreat leaders. Avoiding Negative Influences and Comparison (00:11:55) Shannon emphasizes avoiding negative news, unsupportive people, and comparison with other retreat leaders. Deep Dive into Values and Retreat Alignment (00:15:50) Lucy explains how knowing your values helps in choosing the right retreat venues and collaborators. Energy as the Key to Retreat Success (00:19:22) Shannon highlights that a leader's energy can make or break a retreat, outweighing venue or food quality. How to Work with Lucy Dutton (00:20:14) Lucy shares how listeners can connect with her for coaching and personal development. Episode Wrap-Up and Resources (00:21:10) Shannon thanks Lucy, mentions additional resources, and closes the episode.

In this masterclass episode of the Thrive State Podcast, Dr. Kien Vuu (Doctor V) sits down with Jim Bunch—serial entrepreneur, impact investor, co-founder of Powur, founder of Ultimate Life Technologies, and the visionary behind Impact CEOs—to explore why the most effective leaders design environments, not just businesses. Together we dive into: Why mental clarity, resilience, and adaptive mindset are essential for modern leaders How to design environments—physical, digital, and energetic—that shape who you become The link between energy, consciousness, and sustainable leadership for people, planet, and profit Why clean energy and impact investing represent the future of leadership How masterminds and shared vision accelerate personal and planetary transformation Jim's wisdom bridges entrepreneurship, sustainability, and human potential, showing how the right environments create not only better leaders but also a better world.   Episode Highlights: Who is Jim Bunch and why environments matter for leadership The growing mental health challenge in business, families, and society Adaptability as the new survival skill for leaders and CEOs Why schools never taught us how to be happy, healthy, and wealthy The Nine Environments framework: design beats willpower every time How energy, frequency, and environments shape performance Practical steps to assess and elevate your environments Delegation, freedom, and adaptability in building sustainable companies Where to learn more about Jim's work and access his nine environments course