In this episode of the Throttle Up Leadership Podcast, host Dr. John Dentico interviews Dr. Ashley Poklar, a clinical psychologist and change agent. They discuss the importance of systemic community changes in eradicating issues like child exploitation, the challenges of working in siloed systems, and the concept of building communities of care. They explore integrating work and life for better balance over the traditional work-life balance model. Dr. Poklar emphasizes the role of purpose and resilience in preventing burnout, and shares insights on leadership, specifically her approach as a 'reluctant leader.' The discussion highlights systems thinking and the implications of leadership in today's complex world.

00:00 Welcome to Throttle Up Leadership Podcast

00:50 Understanding Systemic Community-Wide Change

04:43 Challenges in Implementing Systemic Change

07:31 Debunking the Myth of Work-Life Balance

13:02 Preventing and Mitigating Burnout

15:32 The Role of Leadership in Systemic Change

22:38 The Reluctant Leader: Embracing Leadership Roles

26:53 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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