Notes on Resilience: Recent Episodes
Manya Chylinski
Conversations about trauma, resilience, and compassion.
How do we genuinely support individuals who have experienced trauma and build inclusive and safe environments? Trauma significantly affects the mental and physical health of those who experience it, and personal resiliency is only part of the solution. The rest lies in addressing organizational, systemic, and social determinants of health and wellness, and making the effort to genuinely understand the impact of trauma.
Here, we ask and answer the tough questions about how wellness is framed in an organizational context, what supports are available and why, what the barriers are to supporting trauma survivors, and what best practices contribute to mental wellness. These conversations provide a framework to identify areas for change and actionable steps to reshape organizations to be truly trauma sensitive.
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“I’m fine” might be the most dangerous sentence in a workplace after a crisis.
When teams experience a traumatic event, leaders can do everything the checklist recommends and still miss what matters most: whether people feel safe enough to tell the truth about how they’re doing. We sit with that uncomfortable gap between business continuity plans and the lived human reality of fear, grief, and exhaustion, and we explain why ignoring it can undermine recovery.
I share what I’m learning from conversations with organizational resilience and crisis management professionals, including senior practitioners, and why the same pattern keeps showing up across industries. The operational side is often strong.
The human side is where leaders freeze, default to silence, or accept “fine” as a real status update. We unpack how culture and psychological safety shape everything that happens next, from trust and performance to retention, presenteeism, and absenteeism. Most importantly, we return to a principle that sounds simple but is hard in practice: you can’t address something you haven’t named, and you can’t support people through something you’re pretending isn’t happening.
We also preview a new long-form scripted audio series that goes beyond the usual format, following people who survived something catastrophic and built something meaningful from it. Does survivorship create knowledge that our institutions need, and do we even know how to ask for it?
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A bomb goes off, you make it home without a scratch, and everyone assumes you’re fine.
In this episode swap, Manya is a guest on Grieve Then Achieve with host Kate Nudds. They talk about the invisible aftermath of surviving the Boston Marathon bombing: PTSD symptoms that hijack sleep and focus, the raw-nerve feeling of living in fight-or-flight, and the isolation that can follow when the world only recognizes physical injuries. Manya shares the frightening, disorienting thoughts that showed up early, and why taking them seriously was part of staying safe and getting support.
We also dig into the grief that can live inside trauma--grief for the life you had before, the innocence of believing “this doesn’t happen to people like me,” and the future that suddenly feels uncertain. We talk stigma, why self-reported mental health wounds are often doubted, and how that doubt shapes recovery for disaster survivors who don’t look injured.
Then we get practical about resilience and trauma recovery: therapy and trauma-specific counseling, mindfulness and meditation to calm the nervous system, movement through yoga and walking, and the surprising power of channeling anger into advocacy and meaningful action.
If you’ve ever felt dismissed because your pain didn’t show up on the outside, you’ll hear language for what’s happening and options for what to do next.
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Work doesn’t slow down just because we’re overwhelmed.
Expectations climb, messages hit us from every direction, and the do-more-with-less mindset turns into burnout, stress, and that form of exhaustion where people show up but aren’t really there. We sit down with resilience expert and Resilient Minds founder Carré Le Page to get practical about what resilience actually is and how to build it without turning it into another performance demand.
We start with a simple definition that changes everything: resilience means keep moving forward. Carré explains why the water metaphor works so well for modern life and modern leadership. Water doesn’t only push through; it adapts. Sometimes it pivots, slows down, or pauses, but it still finds a way. From there, we get into workplace resilience, why leaders can’t shrug and say "it’s just busy,” and how boundaries and clear conversations help people focus on what they can control.
We also talk real-world change management, from COVID-era uncertainty to the moment ChatGPT made half a team excited and the other half genuinely scared. Carré shares why “clear is kind” is a resilience tool, how a reverse brief can save hours of rework, and why asking should we? matters as much as can we? If you’ve ever wondered how to measure the ROI of resilience training, he offers a metaphor you won’t forget.
Carré Le Page is a speaker, coach, resilience expert, mental wellness advocate, storyteller, and founder of Resilient Minds. With 20 years of global marketing and leadership experience, he has led creative teams across five continents and seen firsthand how pressure, change, and burnout affect performance. His message is simple: resilience may be called a soft skill, but it is one of the sharpest tools we have for modern work.
- Email: carre@resilientmindsco.com
- Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/carre-le-page/
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Silence after a disruption is louder than most leaders realize. When people are scared, overloaded, or grieving, they don’t just listen for facts, they listen for proof that someone is steady, honest, and actually paying attention.
Listen to part two of my presentation to the Business Continuity Institute's (BCI) Business Continuity & Resilience Awareness Week (BCAW+R) 2026. Mine was one of dozens of presentations on the topic: Think You're Resilient? Well, Think Again.
In this episode, we talk about why uncertainty is inevitable in the first hours of a crisis, and why waiting for certainty can destabilize teams even more than bad news. If you lead in business continuity, crisis management, or any high-pressure environment, this conversation is a practical guide to communicating when you don’t have perfect answers.
We share a personal story that reveals two radically different leadership responses to the same basic request: “I’m struggling, and I need help.” From there, we break down what psychological safety looks like when the stakes are real, including why many people can’t explain what’s happening to them yet, why forced disclosure can shut people down, and how invisible psychological injuries can outnumber visible physical impacts in disasters.
The goal is trauma-informed leadership without turning leaders into therapists, just humans who can name reality clearly.
You’ll also get a simple, actionable five-question culture audit to pressure-test your resilience culture before the next incident hits: information flow, operational versus human communication, timing of check-ins, whether “I don’t know” is acceptable, and whether people feel safe asking for time off. We close with concrete ways to build human recovery checkpoints into your post-incident process, so “systems back up” isn’t the only milestone that matters.
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Your systems can be back online while your people are still underwater.
That gap, the space between operational recovery and human recovery, is where a lot of what people think of as resilience fails. I take you inside the question that changed my work: How confident are you that your business continuity plan will hold up when the team executing it is terrified, traumatized, or numb?
Listen to part one of my presentation to the Business Continuity Institute's (BCI) Business Continuity & Resilience Awareness Week (BCAW+R) 2026. Mine was one of dozens of presentations on the topic: Think You're Resilient? Well, Think Again.
In this episode, I discuss the contrast between what people think resilience culture is in an organization and what it really is. Not perks. Not slogans. Culture as leadership behavior under pressure, psychological safety, and the trust signals people scan for when their brains are overloaded.
We dig into why decision-making degrades in crisis, why silence from leaders makes people invent scarier stories, and why saying “we’re back up and running” can land as emotional whiplash for some. You’ll also hear about the two timelines every crisis creates: the measurable operational recovery timeline and the messy, non-linear human recovery timeline that can last months or years, sometimes leading to PTSD or delayed struggles that are easy to miss.
If you care about crisis management, business continuity planning, or simply leading people through hard days, this is a practical reframe you can apply immediately.
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Ambiguity from leaders can teach people to hesitate, to gossip, and to lower their standards.
I sit down with Kirk Driver, a 34-year veteran of the Fort Worth Police Department and the creator of the Zero Gray Leadership system, to get practical about what clear leadership looks like when the stakes are high and the pressure is real.
If you lead a team, manage a department, or simply want a healthier culture at work, this conversation is packed with tools you can use immediately.
We talk about why confidence is so often mistaken for arrogance, and how life experience, military training, and plain old maturity can shape the way a leader walks into a room. Kirk shares a simple but powerful framework he learned early on: mission, people, self. We talk about what that order means in the real world, how morale changes when leaders take initiative, and why self-care is not indulgent; it is operational. His point is clear: if you do not protect your resilience, your judgment and your relationships pay the price.
Kirk’s distinction between head failures and heart failures gives leaders a fair way to coach, correct, and hold the line without crushing good people.
Kirk Driver is a keynote speaker, a 34-year veteran of the Fort Worth Police Department (ret.), and the developer of the ZeroGray Leadership system to help organizations eliminate the internal organizational ambiguity that is often a barrier to team success, while promoting absolute accountability through all rank
Zero Gray Leadership: https://www.zerogray.com/
Email: kirk@kirkdriver.com
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A CEO calls employees “low-value human capital,” companies brag about AI while cutting people loose, and somehow, workers are told to just be resilient.
To be honest about what that does to trust and what leaders can do differently, I sat down with Tamar Cohen, founder of Halo Effect, to talk about the real human cost of fear-based management and the very real business costs that follow.
Tamar shares two stories that changed how she thinks about leadership: one boss who responded to a scary personal moment with a simple, powerful line, “Tell me what you need, I’ll get it for you,” and another who pushed her to deliver a high-stakes presentation while she had pneumonia. We use those extremes to distinguish between supportive and dehumanizing leadership, especially in high-pressure environments where burnout is always lurking.
From there, we dig into resilience as momentum, why trust is a lagging indicator, and why layoffs don’t magically create efficiency when the people who remain are disillusioned and overloaded.
We also talk about the AI bubble and what it really costs companies, from data cleaning to training to massive infrastructure bets, and why the promised ROI can be harder to reach than leaders admit.
Most importantly, we lay out a practical, human-centered AI operating model: be transparent, bring employees into decisions about the AI tools you want to use, invest in real upskilling, map processes before automating, and communicate clearly about how roles will evolve.
If you care about employee experience, organizational culture, the future of work, and leading through AI without breaking trust, this conversation is for you. Subscribe, share with a leader who needs it, and leave a review with the best (or worst) leadership line you’ve ever heard.
Tamar Cohen is the CEO and Founder of HaloEffect. She doesn’t talk about employee engagement, she’s working to replace it. She equips leaders with a new operating model for work experience in an era where AI, distributed work, and trust erosion are reshaping how people contribute. With a background in CX, EX, and organizational design across global enterprises, she translates complex workforce signals into strategies that drive retention, performance, and belief in the workplace.
- Email: tcohen@myhaloeffect.com
- Website: www.myhaloeffect.com
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/tamarcohen
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If you’ve ever looked at your career and thought, “I did everything right, so why do I feel so wrong?” this conversation is for you.
We sit down with Graham Skidmore, co-founder of Harmony Health, to unpack what happens when corporate success collides with wellbeing and why the system can feel fine until you step outside the lanes it was built for.
We talk about the moment Graham hit the C-suite in a 20,000-person organization and realized he was the most miserable he’d ever been. From there, we get practical with a definition of happiness he uses as a compass: leading a life of self-guided choices while loving yourself, others, and your surroundings. That leads to one of the simplest, most disruptive questions you can ask on a hard day: whose choices am I operating on right now?
Then we zoom out to leadership, resilience, and the future of work. We challenge one-size-fits-all systems that demand conformity and then blame individuals for struggling. We explore individualized support, neurodiversity, and why investing in humans as individuals can unlock overlooked talent. We also take a human-centric look at artificial intelligence: AI as a way to augment human intelligence, personalize learning, and free people to do the creative, empathic, problem-solving work machines can’t.
If you care about employee wellbeing, ethical AI, and building healthier workplaces that actually fit real people, you’ll get a lot from this one.
Graham Skidmore believes we can create a world of happy, healthy, productive and empowered people, by investing in people as individuals and their potential.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graham-skidmore
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We sit down with Chase Sterling, workplace well-being expert and founder of the Wellbeing Think Tank, to get honest about what support actually looks like when someone is stressed, grieving, or barely holding it together. The throughline is resilience—a human process that requires time, space, and genuine psychological safety at work.
We talk human-centered leadership in practical terms: focusing on the human so performance follows, recognizing that people bring invisible burdens into meetings, and building cultures of belonging that do not depend on fake cheerfulness.
Chase shares why non-toxic positivity matters, how leaders can hold space instead of trying to fix emotions, and why transparency beats polished messaging. We also talk about feedback, accountability, and giving people a clear chance to change.
Then we zoom out to the systems level: employee retention, turnover cost, healthcare costs, and the future of work. Chase challenges the current moment of record profits paired with layoffs, calls out when greed drives decisions, and argues that AI is a useful automation tool but not a replacement for critical thinking, creativity, and humane judgment.
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Chase Sterling, MA, is a speaker and the founder and executive director of Wellbeing Think Tank known for amplifying experts over influencers and providing educational events that support individual and organizational wellbeing.
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Your first move as a leader is probably not what you think.
Before the strategy deck, before the new plan, the faster path to trust and better results is to be genuinely curious and listen like you mean it. I’m joined by executive advisor Chris March, who helps founder-led companies scale beyond the founder without losing operational control, and we dig into what resilient leadership looks like when things get real.
Chris shares a defining leadership test from the COVID era, when travel shut down and leaders had to deliver heartbreaking news. We talk about why transparency and directness can be more humane, how to prepare for uncomfortable conversations, and a simple question that changes everything: What outcome do we want from this talk?
Then we get practical: Chris lays out a listening tour you can run when you take over a role, including the exact questions that surface what’s working, what’s broken, and why people show up every day. We challenge the idea that the only reward is a management title, and we close with Chris’s essentials for modern leadership: keep learning, protect your health, and build communication skills (yes, Toastmasters counts).
Website: https://chrismarchcoaching.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christopherrmarch/
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One screw in a piece of drywall doesn't usually feel profound. This time it did.
Standing in a gutted house in Altadena, California, more than a year after the Eaton Fire, I felt the absurd weight of wildfire recovery and the despair that comes from doing something tiny to address an enormous problem.
Then my mind shifted: rebuilding is not made of big, triumphant moments. It is made of the next screw, the next sheet of drywall, the next task you can actually do.
We talk about what disaster recovery really looks like: homes still stripped to the studs, insurance disputes dragging on, and many families still displaced. From there, we zoom out to mental health after disaster, including the second disaster that can hit months later when the urgency is gone, the news cycle has moved on, and survivors are left with paperwork, grief, and a long road. We name the human realities: insomnia, nightmares, avoidance, and the way housing instability can intensify stress long after debris is cleared.
Finally, we get honest about the systems around recovery. Deadlines, application windows, nonprofit metrics, and donor expectations can pressure people to perform healing on a schedule, then blame them when they are still struggling at 18 months, 3 years, or 5.
I share what a healthier long-term recovery infrastructure could look like, and why resilience is not a personality trait or a finish line. It’s a practice, and it’s usually invisible.
If you’re navigating trauma recovery or supporting someone in the long tail of a disaster, listen through and share this with a friend who needs it.
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You can feel it everywhere right now: more stress, less sleep, shorter tempers, and a quiet sense that a lot of people are barely holding it together.
We sit down with Cynthia Conigliaro to talk about what resilience actually looks like when life hits hard and does not let up. Cynthia shares the real work behind being positive, and why that label often hides a long history of effort, grief, and growth.
We get personal about lived experience, from years of infertility and pregnancy loss to a terrifying medical emergency when Cynthia collapsed on a run with her heart rate at 16 beats per minute, later receiving a pacemaker. We talk about what it means to rebuild trust in your own body, why anniversaries can be a meaningful part of healing, and how simply being understood can lower shame and isolation faster than advice ever will.
From there, we zoom out to collective trauma, indirect psychological injury, and the mental health aftershocks we still underestimate even when physical wounds get immediate attention. We unpack why healing is not linear, why culture shapes grief, and how stay strong can sometimes become emotional avoidance.
We end with practical workplace insights: heart-centered leadership, burnout signs, and why AI and automation make caring for people and building psychological safety even more essential.
Cynthia Conigliaro has been in the field of health and wellness for over 20 years. She is a coach, speaker, and the founder of her corporate presentation business Work Well Webinars where she delivers wellness presentations virtually and in person to companies all over the country.
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Most organizations don’t fail because they don't have a plan. They fail because they can’t imagine they would ever need a plan.
We sit down with Keith Erwood to talk about what real risk looks like and why business continuity and crisis management have to be more than checklists and compliance.
Keith shares how his experience in EMS during 9/11 shaped the way he thinks about leadership, reflection, and recovery, including the quieter aftermath that hits months later.
We also talk about the ripple effects on small and mid-sized businesses, and why community resilience collapses when the local places people depend on can’t reopen. From there, we dig into what helps individuals recover from trauma, why mental health support is still hard to access, and how workplaces often respond only after something big happens.
Then we challenge a common assumption about organizational resilience: bouncing back isn’t the only goal. Keith introduces the idea of endurance, using Ernest Shackleton’s Endurance expedition to explore perseverance, survival psychology, and the will to live. We connect those lessons to preparedness planning, overlapping disasters, and the biases that make teams dismiss realistic scenarios. Finally, Keith offers a practical tool leaders can use right now: financial impact analysis that focuses on what it costs when a critical process goes down, no matter the cause, from cyber events to key-person risk.
If you care about disaster preparedness, IT disaster recovery, or building a people-first resilience strategy, you’ll take away concrete ways to think clearer and plan smarter. Subscribe, share this with a leader who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest preparedness blind spot.
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The strange part of a crisis is not the first week. It’s the months after, when the debris is cleared, the headlines move on, and your body finally stops running on adrenaline. That’s when many people begin to notice the insomnia, anxiety, irritability, brain fog, and avoidance they couldn’t afford to feel earlier. And too often, that’s exactly when the surge of support has already disappeared.
We dig into the gap between when help is offered and when people are actually ready to accept it, using the aftermath of the 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California as a vivid example.
We talk through why survivors often say “we’re fine” in the immediate aftermath, how triage and stigma shape help-seeking, and why leaders can’t rely on early utilization numbers to judge long-term community wellbeing. Along the way, we connect the dots to what disaster research shows about delayed stress responses and post-traumatic stress symptoms after events like 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.
We also name the deeper mismatch: psychological timing, institutional timing, and social timing rarely align.
Emergency funding ends, staff burn out, and reporting systems reward what’s measurable early, while many people only feel safe enough to ask for support later, when it’s socially less acceptable to still be struggling.
We close with practical, realistic ways to keep mental health support accessible after disaster recovery begins, including 3, 6, and 12-month follow-ups and partnerships with schools, faith communities, and primary care.
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Would you follow someone up the hill if they’ve never taken one themselves?
That question sits at the center of our conversation with executive coach and keynote speaker Chris Harris, whose warrior mindset approach strips leadership down to what people actually feel: credibility, trust, and the calm confidence that comes from real resilience.
We get personal fast. Chris shares a defining moment from childhood homelessness, sitting on a curb and eating donuts found in a dumpster, and the decision that changed his trajectory: choosing self-worth. From there, we connect the dots between lived adversity and the kind of compassion that isn’t just empathy, but empathy in action. If you’re thinking about leadership development, mindset coaching, or building a resilient organization, this story is more than inspiration. It explains why care, standards, and accountability can coexist without becoming performative culture talk.
From elite special operations lessons to corporate reality, we unpack what makes teams strong under pressure: psychological safety that’s real, shared purpose that’s clear, and leaders whose character, values, and integrity align without friction. Chris also teaches a practical metacognition tool, “Sit, Stand, Open, Close,” to help you break autopilot, notice what you’re thinking, and adjust in real time, especially when stakes are high and stress is loud. And we end with a reminder worth borrowing: you’re under no obligation to be the same version of yourself you were ten minutes ago.
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Chris Harris is a coach, author, and keynote speaker. He is an accomplished black belt and U.S. Martial Arts Hall of Fame inductee, and has trained thousands — from the U.S. military to its global allies — in close-quarters combat and mental toughness.
Website: https://chrisharrisllc.com/
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Doctor visits can feel like a high-stakes performance: you get 15 minutes, you are anxious, and you only remember the perfect question after you leave.
We sit down with Dana Sherwin, a healthcare management consultant and speaker specializing in patient-physician communication, to make those minutes count and to make the relationship feel like a partnership instead of a power struggle.
We dig into what patient engagement actually looks like in real life and why it links to better health outcomes. Dana shares a simple, repeatable way to prepare for a doctor appointment: write down your top priorities, your symptom timeline, and the questions you cannot afford to forget. We also talk about a surprising idea many people miss: a huge share of diagnoses comes from what you tell the doctor, which makes your story, your context, and your clarity a clinical tool.
If you want more confident conversations and a clearer plan after every appointment, listen now.
Dana Sherwin is a consultant and speaker focused on healthcare management and patient-physician communication. In prior executive and consulting roles, Dana worked in hospitals, managed care plans, and three public accounting/consulting firms. She is also a 6 ½ year survivor of a stem cell transplant for a blood cancer disorder.
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A bomb explodes across the street, and you walk away with both your legs. People call that fine.
But your body tells a different story for years. On the 13th anniversary of the Boston Marathon bombing, I share what that day felt like from the bleachers, what came after, and why invisible injuries like trauma, PTSD symptoms, and nervous system triggers can be so hard to explain to anyone who hasn't live them.
Then we turn the lens toward leadership, crisis management, and employee well-being. Operations can return to normal while people are still not okay, and anniversaries are one of the clearest moments when that gap shows up.
I talk about the two common mistakes leaders make: saying nothing and leaving people alone with the date, or over-commemorating in ways that feel performative and can reopen wounds. The goal is not a perfect script. The goal is a culture that can acknowledge reality without controlling how people grieve.
You will also hear a personal contrast that still shapes how I think about institutions: one response that felt human and one that felt like a form-letter refusal. We close with practical, trauma-informed actions you can take now, including marking key dates on your calendar, offering support resources, checking in and listening, and giving everyone clear permission to opt out of remembrance.
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What if leadership were less about being impressive and more about being useful?
Robin Goad joins me to get painfully honest about how most of us learn leadership the wrong way, then spend years unlearning it. She’s a technology executive at Amazon Web Services, a speaker and coach, and the author of Girl By Birth, Woman By Fire, and she brings a clear message: leading well is selfless, practical, and deeply human.
We talk about what it looks like to protect your team in corporate America, from taking the heat when things go wrong to giving your people real ownership when things go right. Robin explains why compassion at work is about guardrails — clear boundaries, consistent accountability, and earned trust that create the conditions for resilience, better performance, and healthier teams.
Along the way, she shares the leadership question she wishes every manager would ask: “What do you want to be when you grow up, and how can I help you get there?” That single sentence changes career development, retention, and the honesty people bring to work.
We close with a look at organizational culture and employee feedback, including a simple daily mechanism at Amazon that surfaces anonymous insights and makes leaders pay attention. If you care about compassionate leadership, employee engagement, and building trust inside big systems, this one will stick with you.
Robin Goad is a technology executive at Amazon Web Services (AWS), speaker, and coach who helps ambitious women master the corporate game without losing themselves. She is the author of Girl by Birth. Woman by Fire, with practical strategies for thriving in corporate America and in life. Her message is simple and bold: you can achieve extraordinary success without sacrificing your soul.
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The strongest leaders change what people believe about themselves.
That’s the thread running through my conversation with Dr. Daniel Tataje, founder and CEO of Mercy Dental Group and author of The Leader Humanity Needs, a leader who’s built an award-winning workplace culture by treating compassion as a responsibility, not a strategy.
For Daniel, leadership means putting your talents, your authority, and your organization in service of others, and using mission and core values to create leaders at every level, not only in formal management roles.
We also get practical about scale: how you keep values from becoming wallpaper, how integrity creates trust and psychological safety, and how to handle conflict without losing the human at the center of the problem.
Daniel breaks down what positivity looks like when it’s honest and why the words "I believe in you” might be the most powerful message a leader can deliver, especially when someone is struggling and support is inconvenient.
If you care about compassionate leadership, employee engagement, and building a values-driven workplace culture that actually holds up under pressure, this one will give you a clear path forward.
Dr. Daniel Tataje is the founder, owner, and CEO of Mercy Dental Group and author of the book The Leader Humanity Needs.
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The finish line gets repainted, the cameras come back, and the speeches sound certain: we’re stronger, we’ve recovered, we’ve moved forward.
But what happens when a community’s timeline keeps marching and a person’s nervous system does not?
We take a close look at the recovery gap that shows up after public tragedies and large disruptions, using the Boston Marathon bombing anniversary as a lens for a much broader pattern.
We unpack why institutions and workplaces run on clean schedules like fiscal years, semesters, and news cycles, while trauma recovery follows a nonlinear path shaped by exposure, loss, prior stress, and the ongoing pressures of real life.
We talk through the less visible markers of healing like restored safety, rebuilt trust, and the ability to feel calm in predictable routines.
We also name the assumptions that quietly widen the gap:
- Believing that time equals healing for everyone,
- Treating silence as proof that people are okay, and
- Equating attendance and productivity with inner stability.
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Your boss doesn’t know what’s coming next. Neither do you.
That’s not a crisis; it’s the new starting point for modern leadership, where real agency can finally show up.
We sit down with Allister Frost, former Microsoft leader, speaker, and author of Ready Already, to talk about what to do when you have an idea, and you’re not sure it’s ready. He shares what changed when he moved from traditional manufacturing into fast-moving tech, and why the old model of do the job, keep your head down, earn security breaks in a world shaped by AI, constant reinvention, and relentless pace.
We explore a future-ready mindset built on human superpowers: curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
We also get specific about the people-first culture leaders say they want but often accidentally block. Allister explains the HIPPO problem (the highest paid person’s opinion) and how one comment from a leader can flatten experimentation. You’ll hear concrete ways to protect early-stage thinking, pilot ideas safely, and use yes-and collaboration so ideas get better rather than die in a rushed meeting. If you’re worried about AI replacing work, this conversation brings it back to what humans do best and how to lead with humility and honesty.
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Allister Frost is a business transformation and growth expert, former Microsoft leader, author of ReadyAlready, and an award-winning speaker and marketer. His mission is to save ONE MILLION WORKING LIVES by rescuing busy people from the deadly complacency of their comfort zone. He does this by sharing the new skills and positive mindset needed to stay future-ready for life.
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Good intentions can still break trust. After a crisis, many leaders speak with calm certainty, hoping to steady the room, only to discover it doesn't work the way they thought.
We unpack why offering reassurance can backfire, how timing and tone shape meaning, and what it takes to communicate in a way that doesn't unintentionally push people away.
Guided by the lived realities of survivors and the collective memory of COVID’s early messaging, we examine:
- The moment a polished statement can be perceived as dismissal.
- How promises create expectations--and how to meet them.
- The difference between being reassuring and being present.
- Why managing an audience often sounds like pressure to be okay when people are anything but.
We share a practical, humane playbook for post-crisis communication: trade certainty for clarity, and polish for presence. Name what’s known and unknown, set expectations with ranges not absolutes, and outline when and how updates will arrive. Acknowledge the varied layers of impact—from those at the center to the broader community—so no one’s experience feels flattened for the sake of order. Most important, invite two-way conversation and mean it; listening at least as much as you speak is how you rebuild credibility when facts are still moving.
If you lead teams or communities through disruption, this conversation offers language you can use today.
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Balance isn’t the finish line. It's the pendulum that’s almost never centered, the butterfly that needs resistance to fly, and the swimmer who learns to win with water in his goggles.
We sat down with coach, author, and financial services executive Kenyada Meadows to rethink resilience through values, emotional integrity, and the power of community. From a career on Wall Street to the Harvard Advanced Management Program, Kenyada traces a shift from “go it alone” leadership to a world where being world-class means belonging to a circle that challenges you, backs you, and understands the real costs of change.
We dig into truths about identity at work—why your title can’t hold your worth—and how a strong sense of justice and family roots can steady you when corporate culture pushes conformity. We talk about trading camouflage for vulnerability, asking direct questions about how you’re showing up, and choosing which battles are worth your time when you zoom out five or fifty years.
Kenyada also shares what’s next for him: coaching at Executive Parent Company, his book The New Alpha, the Executive Dad podcast, and a forthcoming exploration of followership that flips the usual leadership script.
Connect with Kenyada on LinkedIn.
If you’re ready to lead with your whole self—and stop confusing motion with progress—this conversation offers clear language, practical steps, and a humane path forward. Listen and share it with someone who needs it.
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When the headlines fade and the urgent meetings stop, most leaders exhale—and miss the most important phase of recovery.
We unpack the quiet phase, that deceptive calm where people finally feel the impact and disengagement takes root long before anyone speaks up or turns in a resignation letter.
Drawing on the Boston Marathon bombing as a case study, we examine why acute response looks strong while long-tail mental health support often becomes fragmented, time-limited, and hard to navigate.
Adrenaline and purpose carry teams through the peak, then the delayed processing begins. In that space, silence is data. You’ll learn the subtle signs of drift—fewer ideas, cautious or reckless swings in risk-taking, quiet compliance, and loosening social ties—and why dashboards rarely catch them.
We also share a practical playbook for leaders: schedule follow-ups weeks and months out, normalize delayed reactions, keep resources easy to find, and stay visible without forcing disclosure. Presence beats performative support; continuity, not intensity, rebuilds confidence.
This conversation offers concrete tools for managers, executives, and community leaders who want to retain talent and restore trust after disruption. If you lead people through crisis—organizational change, public incidents, or community shocks—use these cues to convert quiet from a risk into a bridge back to engagement.
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When a crisis engulfs your community, the urge to go quiet can be powerful—and costly.
We sit down with Ayme Zemke, Chief Client Officer and Certified Crisis Communication Leader at Beehive Strategic Communication, to break down how leaders can speak with clarity, protect trust, and support employees without getting pulled into partisan crossfire. From the current turbulence in Minnesota’s Twin Cities to the universal dynamics of fear, fatigue, and confusion, Ayme shares a calm, values-first approach that keeps people grounded.
We unpack the moments that shape a steady crisis communicator and why optimism, not spin, can be a strategic asset when emotions run hot. You’ll hear how to turn organizational values into decision rules, so they guide what you say and what you do. We explore why repetition is reassuring during stress, how to set a dependable update cadence, and the power of saying the same thing in different ways for different learners.
The conversation also looks beyond the initial response to the often-missed phases of recovery and renewal. We discuss how to debrief thoughtfully, capture lessons while they’re fresh, and update playbooks so the next response is faster and more human. Along the way, Amy shares what it looks like when a community crisis tests your culture. If you lead people through uncertainty, this is a field guide to acting with care, speaking with purpose, and staying aligned when the noise gets loud.
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Pressure tests every organization, and Tony Crescenzo believes resilience isn’t a perk—it’s the infrastructure that keeps the mission alive.
We sit down with the Marine veteran turned CEO of Intelligent Waves and founder of Peak Neuro to unpack a practical, values‑driven approach to leadership that holds up under pressure. Tony draws a clear line between management and leadership, showing how minimizing deviation from the plan differs from inspiring people to make a vision real and their own.
Across the conversation, we get specific about what it takes to build resilient teams: start with “What do you need?”, focus on outcomes over style, and make values usable in daily decisions.
Tony frames values as the attributes of the perfect colleague, then ties them to performance, rewards, and behavior. His integrity metric is simple and memorable: the distance between what you say and what you do. By publishing his leadership philosophy and filtering choices through two lenses—what serves the customer and what serves the employee—he reduces fear, speeds decision‑making, and scales trust.
Tony also opens up about his own PTSD and the science that changed his life. He explains how chronic stress impairs the prefrontal cortex and why resilience should be treated like cybersecurity or logistics: if it fails, the mission is compromised.
If you care about leadership, psychological safety, and building teams that bend rather than break, you’ll find clear principles and tactics you can use today.
Tony Crescenzo is the founder of Peak Neuro, LLC, a pioneering, AI-powered, neuroscience-based platform focused on enhancing cognitive resilience and performance, and the CEO of Intelligent Waves (IW), a leading IT integrator for the U.S. government.
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What happens when the crisis is no longer in the news?
We dig into that uneasy stretch when calendars fill back up and leaders feel the urge to get back to normal. And why that push can cause mistrust and leave people alone with their pain. Drawing from a survivor-informed lens, we unpack how disruption changes beliefs, expectations, and bodies.
We walk through the invisible pressures that drive speed—boards, customers, metrics, our own fear of mishandling—and contrast them with what actually steadies a culture: naming reality, defining functioning, and setting a shared pace. You’ll hear clear, practical ways to reset priorities without sounding cold, including which deadlines to move, which meetings matter, and how to offer real flexibility. We also equip managers, the crucial translation layer, with simple check-in language and decision guardrails so care and accountability can live side by side.
Instead of treating dips in capacity as moral failings, learn to read them as signals to adjust workloads and support.
This is steady leadership: Guiding people through a changed reality with clarity and care. If you’re feeling the pull to move fast, pause with us, rethink your defaults, and choose the kind of steadiness that protects both people and results.
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What if we stopped treating trauma like a forbidden topic and started treating it like a leadership skill set?
That’s the spark for a candid, practical conversation with physician and public health expert Kemia Sarraf on how to show up for others—and ourselves—when life overwhelms.
We unpack a core distinction that changes everything: traumatic stress exposure is inevitable; trauma is what happens inside us afterward. That gap is where agency lives.
We talk about why two people can share the same moment and walk away affected in very different ways, and how good intentions can still cause harm when we rush to fix, offer platitudes, or go silent. The alternative is deceptively simple: presence over prescription. Admit uncertainty. Replace grand gestures with small, steady check-ins that actually land.
The throughline is hopeful and actionable: capacity can be built, leaders can protect their teams without losing themselves, and organizations can reduce burnout, turnover, and moral injury with trauma‑responsive practices.
Kemia Sarraf is a doctor, public health expert, founder of Lodestar, and a thought leader on the impact of traumatic stress exposure on professionals and first responders. She also serves as adjunct faculty at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine.
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What if compassion without boundaries is the very thing burning leaders out? We sit down with organizational psychologist and executive coach Kathryn McEwen to unpack resilience at work as a living system.
Kathryn leads the Working with Resilience Consortium and helped develop the Resilience at Work Toolkit, and she brings stories that reveal why good intentions often backfire—and how to course-correct.
We start with a reframing: resilience isn’t something you have or don’t. It’s a state shaped by resources like purpose, aligned values, strong relationships, and simple, consistent self-care.
Then we dig into the messy middle of leadership: when optimism energizes people versus when it reads as tone-deaf, how a leader’s mood sets the room, and why calibrating ambition to the team’s bandwidth preserves morale.
If you’re leading through change, short on headcount, or trying to balance inclusion with consistency, this conversation offers practical language, mindset shifts, and boundary scripts you can use today.
Kathryn McEwen is a speaker, organisational psychologist, executive coach and mediator with more than 35 years of consulting experience across all industry sectors. She has special expertise in workplace resilience, having authored three books on the topic and led the development of the R@W Toolkit. Kathryn has a strong evidence-base to her work as she collaborates with the University of South Australia through lecturing, student placements, applied research and membership of advisory committees.
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Real care at work isn’t about saying yes to everything. It is about designing a culture where people can struggle together and still deliver.
We brought Pete Turner, partner and senior executive coach at 2B Limitless, to talk about how teams can be genuinely compassionate without "compassioning" themselves out of business. From the pains of fast growth pains to real-world HR dilemmas, Pete walks us through the tradeoffs leaders face and the choices that keep a company healthy enough to support people when life hits hard.
We discuss the hidden pressures managers face and why these team members are often the most stressed layer of any organization. Pete shares two practical mindset flips that change everything under pressure:
- Move from telling to coaching.
- Shift from fixing weaknesses to amplifying strengths.
These moves build autonomy, mastery, and belonging, which strengthen resilience and performance. We also address the stubborn knowing–doing gap—why we ignore good advice even when it’s obvious—and how to close it with small, repeatable habits that survive busy seasons.
If you’re a leader trying to balance empathy and execution, or an individual seeking to build genuine resilience without burning out, this conversation offers practical tools, honest stories, and a path forward.
Pete Turner is a keynote speaker and partner, senior executive coach and keynote speaker for 2b Limitless an executive coaching and leadership development organization. He is the head of coach training and accreditation and the author and creator of the APC, one of the ICF’s most exciting and transformative coach education and certification programs.
He specializes in the behavioural economics of high-performing individuals, teams, and organizations. And his focus is to create 21st century learning experiences that are scientifically rigorous, inquiry-based, formally certified, interactive, and fun.
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Ever wish you had a steady rhythm to move you through doubt, fatigue, and fear?
We sit down with Shaun Murphy—Mr. Motivation—to explore how a veteran turned educator, musician, and author uses leadership and motivation to transform pain into power. Sean shares the core lessons from the Army: leaders provide purpose, direction, and motivation, and trust is built by keeping your word even when it’s hard. From running large teams to teaching in classrooms, he shows how empathy and consistency inspire people to go further than they thought possible.
This conversation digs into the heart of resilience: reframing setbacks, finding meaning at your own pace, and stacking small wins until self-doubt runs out of oxygen. We unpack how broken promises to ourselves erode belief—and how to reverse it by choosing one habit, meeting it daily, and letting momentum rewire your identity. Shaun also examines the systems around us—parents, coaches, media—that shape confidence, and he makes a case for protecting your energy by curating the voices you let in.
If you’re navigating change, leading a team, or just trying to keep your promise to yourself, you’ll find practical tools and a mindset you can carry.
Shaun "Mister Motivation" Murphy is a U.S. Army veteran turned motivational speaker, educator, musician, and author of Unbreakable Valor: Triumph Through the Soul of Resilience (May 2025). After overcoming the trauma of losing his father at age six and rising from poverty in Brooklyn, he served in the Army and led veteran recruitment efforts for Teach For America—earning recognition from Michelle Obama
Today, he blends original music, storytelling, and mindset coaching to empower individuals and organizations to break through fear, scarcity, and self-doubt
Shaun lives with his wife and two children and continues to inspire change worldwide through speaking engagements, workshops, and his signature "Breakthrough Bunker" platform.
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Resilience shows up in the small choices that restore steadiness after a hard season, and in the rare moments when private truth reshapes public policy. As we mark three years of the show, I share the unexpected chapter that changed my professional life: partnering with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley on the Post-Disaster Mental Health Response Act. The work was slow and human. It demanded a shaky voice, persistent calls, and an insistence that survivor stories deserve visibility, validation, and a central place in how we write the rules.
Across nearly 150 conversations of this podcast, a pattern emerged. Guests rarely used the word resilience, yet everything they described—uncertainty, identity, responsibility, care—mapped to it. No one glorified pushing through pain for its own sake; instead they talked about decisions that led back to wholeness, connection, and stability. Behind the mic, that meant a different kind of craft: research that honors nuance, questions that protect context, editing that preserves dignity, and a steady presence when a guest shares something fragile. The outcome is a lens on how people rebuild and how systems can help or hinder that process.
We also look forward. The next phase introduces a produced narrative series exploring decisions and turning points that communities use to make sense of loss and progress, alongside episodes shaped by a survivor’s lens—people who have lived through disruption and can articulate what it reveals about culture and responsibility. Through these formats, we’ll keep centering lived experience and tracing the quiet truths that drive meaningful change.
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What if the choices that define you arrive sideways—on an ordinary day, without a plan, and ask you to cross a threshold you never imagined existed?
We pull together standout moments from season three to explore how our identifies can change in real time: a spontaneous dance on a Paris stage, a living kidney donation made without hesitation, a tattoo on trust, a climb up Mount Fuji in a typhoon, a first book from someone who once believed reading wasn’t for him, and a grueling Camino that stitched life back together after isolation.
We start with the spark: an unexpected invitation to step into the light and say yes. From there, guests show resilience in many forms. Along the way, we reflect on how resilience often lies in small decisions, not just in times of crisis.
The episode invites you to notice your own thresholds: the places where you stretched, adapted, and discovered strength you didn’t know you had. These stories aren’t polished origin myths; they’re honest, human snapshots of change. They show how meaning is made after the fact, when we look back and realize a choice turned out to be a turning point.
If these reflections spark your own: What is one thing you did this year that you never imagined for yourself.
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Silence protects bullies.
We sit down with Kim Williams—veteran HR executive, survivor of workplace abuse, and founder of the Fair Path Project—to unpack how brilliant jerks get shielded, why moral injury cuts deeper than most leaders realize, and what it takes to turn empathy into accountability.
Kim explains how fear operates at every level: employees fear retaliation, HR fears litigation, and executives fear losing a top performer. We examine the leverage that drives organizations—EPLI insurance exposure, workers' compensation for psychological harm, turnover costs, productivity loss, and even share price risk when toxic cultures are exposed in the press.
If you’ve ever wondered how to quantify the brilliant jerk tax, this conversation is for you.
We also explore policy as a catalyst. Current frameworks require proving intent, a bar so high it keeps most targets unprotected. The Workplace Psychological Safety Act reframes abuse by decoupling harm from intent and recognizing psychological injury as real, documentable damage.
Kim shares why hundreds of organizations support the effort and how advocates are engaging lawmakers to move beyond empathy-driven PR toward enforceable standards. Along the way, we find hope in Gen Z’s refusal to accept broken norms and in practical tools that automate documentation and surface patterns early.
If you’re an HR pro ready to lead, a manager looking for scripts that de-escalate, or an executive determined to protect both people and performance, this episode offers a clear playbook: care for your nervous system, document precisely, use leverage wisely, and act consistently.
Kim Williams is the speaker and advocate, spokesperson for End Workplace Abuse, and the founder of the Fair Path Project to confront the silent epidemic of workplace bullying and to help employees reclaim dignity at work. A veteran HR executive and survivor of workplace abuse, she witnessed firsthand how workplace culture, gaslighting, and retaliation harm not only individuals but entire organizations. Determined to create change, Kim transformed her lived experience into a mission of accountability and healing. She equips employees with tools to document abuse, protect their rights, and recover their confidence, while guiding employers toward cultures rooted in psychological safety and integrity.
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What if the fastest path to better outcomes is a renewed commitment to empathy you can actually teach, measure, and scale?
We sit down with Dr. Helen Riess—Harvard Medical School psychiatrist, founder of Empathetics, and author of The Empathy Effect—to unpack the science that turns the so-called soft skills into hard results.
Helen shares the journey from lab to classroom to enterprise, including a rigorously tested empathy curriculum that improved patient experience and shifted workplace dynamics. The numbers tell a powerful story: in a cohort of 500 clinicians, those who completed empathy training had an 83% higher retention rate.
We dig into why that happens and talk about the elephant in the room: a healthcare system straining under factory-like pressures, where new nurses often arrive unprepared, mentorship is thin, and burnout feels inevitable.
Helen explains why culture change starts when leaders practice self-empathy and model curiosity, perspective-taking, and honest optimism. We map practical moves that make empathy operational: structured feedback, micro-recognition, mentoring time, and training. This conversation applies to any business that prioritizes the customer, while treating employees as mere functions; caring for people isn’t a detour from performance—it’s the engine.
If you’re ready to replace cynicism with connection, and checkboxes with real behavior change, you’ll leave with a roadmap grounded in neuroscience and proven in practice.
Helen Riess, M.D. is the founder and Chief Medical Officer of Empathetics. She is also a clinical professor and research psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School, the author of The Empathy Effect, and is a core member of the Consortium for Research on Emotional Intelligence in Organizations. She has devoted her career to teaching and research in the art and science of the patient-doctor relationship. You can connect with her on LinkedIn.
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Crisis leadership is about recognizing reality faster than everyone else. And telling the truth when it’s hardest.
We sit down with Samantha Montano—associate professor of emergency management and author of Disasterology—to unpack what actually works when the stakes are life and death. From Katrina’s painful lessons to the East Palestine train derailment and the long haul of COVID, she traces a thread through delayed recognition, top-down blind spots, and the corrosive impact of mistrust.
Samantha breaks down the habits that separate effective responders from well-meaning bystanders: identify a crisis quickly, listen to the people closest to the ground, decide with clarity, and stay flexible as facts change.
We also talk about what we owe survivors after the cameras leave: rigorous after-action reviews that identify what failed—codes, policies, infrastructure—and commit to real fixes. Samantha shares practical ways to navigate the misinformation by pre-identifying credible experts and transparent sources before a crisis hits. There’s hope here too: a new wave of students stepping into emergency management with clear eyes about climate risk and a drive to build systems worthy of public trust.
If you care about disaster response, public communication, or leading under pressure, this conversation offers concrete frameworks and hard-won wisdom.
Dr. Samantha Montano is an associate professor of emergency management at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, co-founder of Disaster Researchers for Justice and the Center for Climate Adaptation Research, and the author of Disasterology: Dispatches from The Frontlines of The Climate Crisis.
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Fear rewires leadership in the moments that matter most.
We sit down with Melissa Agnes, keynote speaker, author of Crisis Ready, and a shaper of ISO 22361, to explore how leaders can move from survival mode to creation mode when the stakes are high. Melissa shares why so many teams cling to the concept of getting back to normal after disruption, and how that reflex can stall recovery when normal created the problem. Her antidote: embodied leadership, daily regulation, and a culture that turns readiness into a default, not a wish.
We dig into the science of fear and why your thoughts aren’t always trustworthy under stress. We talk about grief as a mix of loss, longing, and feeling lost—and how addressing grief openly builds trust and momentum. From co-regulating a room with a calm nervous system to designing four levels of safety—physical, emotional, psychological, operational—Melissa maps out practical steps any leader can use to stabilize teams.
Crisis readiness, as Melissa defines it, blends mindset, skill set, and organizational capabilities so you fall to strong training instead of weak habits. That means practicing vulnerability, clarifying values, and running honest after-action reviews that actually change how you operate. The result is a healthier culture and leaders who show up as whole people at work and at home.
Melissa Agnes is a speaker, the founder of Crisis Ready Institute and creator of the Crisis Ready® Certification, and is recognized as a Top 40 Thought Leader in Security & Life Safety (2025). She helped shape international crisis management standards as a panel member for ISO 22361 and is the author of Crisis Ready: Building an Invincible Brand in an Uncertain World. You can connect with and learn more about Melissa on LinkedIn or Instagram.
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News travels faster than your approval chain—so who speaks for you when it matters most?
We sit down with crisis management consultant Suzanne Bernier to unpack what effective leadership looks like under pressure. The conversation quickly turns practical: why a team-led model outperforms lone-wolf leadership, how to select a spokesperson who naturally projects trust, and when to move the CEO out of the spotlight and into a strategic command seat.
We discuss the move from traditional business continuity to operational resilience. Suzanne lays out the cadence of preparedness—annual exercises, quarterly scenario walk-throughs, and clear incident management roles that prevent overload and duplication. The goal is a living system where strategy, operations, and communications work in sync.
Communication is the decisive edge. The first message out shapes public understanding, so waiting for perfect certainty invites misinformation to fill the gap. Suzanne shows how to build legal-safe messages in advance, define what can be said without risking the investigation, and empower a spokesperson trained to connect with empathy and clarity. Real stories from survivors and responders bring the lessons home, making risk tangible and action urgent.
We close with big news: the Disaster Heroes podcast is coming back—this time co-hosted—bringing frontline voices from around the world to the mic.
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Suzanne Bernier has been making resilience relevant since 1997.
A former journalist and government press secretary, Suzanne is now an international, multi-certified, award-winning crisis management trainer, speaker, and author. She is currently the Vice President of the Resilience Information Exchange (RIE) - Toronto Chapter and a faculty member of both DRI International and DRI Canada.
She is the author of Disaster Heroes, a book that highlights the stories of ordinary individuals who have made extraordinary contributions during disasters.
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Anxiety doesn’t mean you’re broken; it means you care. When stakes rise, that surge of energy can sharpen focus, rally teams, and improve decisions—if you know how to work with it.
We sit down with Harvard Medical School psychologist David Rosmarin to unpack a practical, research-grounded approach any leader can use to turn anxious moments into traction.
David explains what anxiety really is—both the body’s activation and the mind’s appraisal of threat—and why chasing zero anxiety backfires. Instead, he offers a clear framework. We also talk about the cultural shift organizations need: stop pathologizing normal stress and start building simple rituals that make conversation safe and useful. From a team paralyzed by AI fears to a company-wide workshop that turned nerves into unity, David demonstrates how reframing anxiety as evidence of care can transform outcomes.
You’ll learn a straightforward scale to gauge everyday activation versus clinical concern, how to run quick check-ins that reduce silence and guesswork, and why leaders who pretend they’re never anxious often drive unhealthy coping across a team. The result is a playbook for resilience: fewer knee-jerk decisions, more clarity in crisis, and a culture that treats uncertainty as a space for skill, not shame.
Dr. David Rosmarin, PhD is a Harvard psychologist, keynote speaker, and founder of Center for Anxiety and the author of Thriving with Anxiety: 9 Tools to Make Your Anxiety Work for You. He is a trusted expert who delivers insightful, science-backed commentary with clarity and compassion. He has been featured in TIME, The Harvard Gazette, Good Morning America, over 40 leading podcasts, and has delivered two widely viewed TEDx talks.
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A cargo plane cockpit isn’t the first place most people look for lessons on software leadership—until you hear what happens when a co-pilot stays silent. A single dismissive moment can shut down a voice and invite disaster
In this episode, I talk with Nate Amidon, founder and CEO of Form 100 Consulting Today, about how trust, humility, and psychological safety turn complex, invisible work into predictable results, and why compassionate leadership is a performance advantage.
We explore what it means to pull out the best thinking from your team, and map the small behaviors that create psychological safety. We also dig into the unique challenges of a software business, where the work is hidden behind screens and pipelines. You can’t walk a factory floor to spot a stalled widget; you need people to surface risk early.
Finally, we connect compassion to alignment: clear goals, plain-language requirements, and feedback loops that let executives and engineers row in the same direction.
If you care about building resilient teams, scaling delivery without burnout, and creating a culture where people actually speak up, this conversation is for you.
Listen, and share with a manager you know who could benefit.
Nate Amidon is the founder and CEO of Form100 Consulting, a veteran-owned and veteran-staffed technology consulting firm that brings military leadership principles to software development organizations. Nate has spent over 20 years serving in the Air Force as a C-17 pilot in both active duty and reserve capacities. His experience leading C-17 crews and planning large military exercises provided the basis for Form100 Consulting’s approach. When not collaborating with clients, you’ll find him chasing trout with a flyrod or skiing on the slopes of the Rocky Mountains.
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Resilience isn’t about being unbreakable.
We sit down with Dr. Jordan Smoller—psychiatrist, epidemiologist, and geneticist at Harvard and Mass General—to discuss resilience as adaptation and explore why naming harm matters, how acknowledgment from leaders reduces isolation, and the real-world steps that transform empathy into trust.
Jordan brings a blend of clinical experience and research leadership to questions many of us have: When does a normal response to trauma become a condition that needs care? How do we balance the language of diagnosis with the need to reduce stigma?
We dig into the complexity of mental health science, from brain and body to relationships and social context, and tackle the systems-level issues that shape recovery:
- access to mental health care,
- workforce shortages,
- insurance barriers,
- and the political currents that complicate meaningful change.
Jordan argues for two parallel commitments: immediate access to effective support and sustained investment in research that turns innovation into implementation.
If you’re ready for a grounded, hopeful take on resilience, mental health research, and the power of being seen, this conversation offers perspective and practical insight.
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Dr. Jordan Smoller is a psychiatrist, epidemiologist, and geneticist whose research focus has been understanding the genetic and environmental determinants of psychiatric disorders across the lifespan and using big data to advance precision mental health including improved methods to reduce risk and enhance resilience. He is Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Professor in Epidemiology at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Jerrold F. Rosenbaum Endowed Chair in Psychiatry and Director of the Center for Precision Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital, among many other roles. He is also the author of The Other Side of Normal (HarperCollins/William Morrow, 2012).
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Work should feel human, not like a daily battle with noise, sameness, and stress.
We sit down with Travis Hollman, CEO of Hollman Inc. and founder of MeSpace, to unpack how neuroinclusive design, compassionate leadership, and AI can transform focus, creativity, and retention.
Travis shares his personal journey with dyslexia and ADHD, then connects it to a bold but practical vision: give people control over their environment, measure real cognitive gains, and build a culture that celebrates difference.
We discuss why open offices compromise attention and dignity, and how customizable private spaces can boost measurable cognitive output by 26%—for both neurodiverse and neurotypical teammates. Travis explains how AI transforms idea-first thinkers into clear communicators by eliminating the friction of formatting and spelling, allowing teams to tackle more complex problems more efficiently.
This conversation is packed with takeaways for founders, managers, and HR leaders: design for brains, not trends; align words and actions to earn trust in a world where everyone has a voice; and consider how higher productivity could fund a four-day workweek without sacrificing results.
If you care about workplace culture, retention, and real performance—not just slide decks—this one will challenge how you think about space, tools, and leadership.
Travis Hollman is the CEO and owner of Hollman, Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of locker solutions, and founder of MeSpace, a workspace design company creating modern, customizable workstations for neurodiverse professionals. Overcoming childhood challenges with Legg-Perthes disease and severe dyslexia, he now leverages his personal journey to inspire innovation and inclusivity in the workplace. Passionate about giving back, he serves on the Board for The Family Place and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Dallas, and he co-founded The Hollman Family Foundation with his wife, Stephanie.
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What if leadership is a practice you start the moment a gap appears?
That’s the lens Sebastián Torres-Calderon brings to our conversation. He was an intern who helped stabilize a hospitality company during COVID and later became its leader
Sebastian traces his first leadership roles back to the soccer field, where playing midfield taught him to connect people, read the whole game, and lead by example. Those instincts carried into a crisis: answer questions nobody else can, shoulder the unglamorous work, and set a steady rhythm when uncertainty spikes.
We discuss how servant leadership transforms presence and support into performance, what compassion really looks like at work—less pity, more caring plus honesty and accountability, and why cultures modeled after high-pressure restaurant kitchens burn out talent. And we explore practical ways to build trust and psychological safety without lowering the bar: clear goals, fast feedback, and a leader who removes friction so experts can do their best work.
We also get specific about measurement. Sebastian shares how he balances culture and the bottom line using business results and employee Net Promoter Score, and why managers (not HR) own the daily experience of their teams. As the company grew from a handful of people to seventy across Spain, the mindset stayed the same: service over status, humility over control, and learning over certainty. The result is a resilient culture where people feel supported, standards stay high, and success compounds.
Sebastián Torres-Calderon is the general manager at Stay U-nique. He started his career studying at Le Cordon Bleu and working in top kitchens such as the Ritz Carlton in Florida, where he learned discipline and leadership in high-pressure environments. He is also the co-founder of Tekea, a frozen tequeño brand.
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A steady voice can feel like a life raft when the world flips.
We sat down with emergency management expert and ICISF faculty member Dr. Mary Schoenfeldt to unpack how leaders actually help in the acute moments and the aftermath—what to say, what not to fake, and how to hand off the mic.
Mary breaks down the brain science behind crisis: survival chemicals narrow our vision, mute our hearing, and shift us from executive function into fight, flight, or freeze. That’s why messages must be short, repeated, and grounded in plain language. It’s why “I don’t know yet, and here’s how we’ll find out” can earn more trust than polished certainty. And also why expecting one person to master every phase is a recipe for burnout. S
Mary also reframes public blame and second-guessing as a predictable search for control, not a verdict on character. That perspective helps leaders stay calm, focus on their needs, and maintain humane communication.
Along the way, we talk about peer support, ethical leadership, and the small, repeatable actions that make a huge difference when attention is tunneled and emotions run hot. If you lead people—at work, in government, in schools, or at home—this conversation offers clear tools you can use before, during, and after the next hard day.
Dr. Mary Schoenfeldticis is an ICISF Faculty member and an emergency management professional who is known for her work with business, health care, government, schools, and communities. She has responded to incidents around the world including hurricanes, earthquakes, wildfires, floods, airline accidents, school and community violence, and mass fatality incidents.
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Resilience isn’t a solo grind or a wellness checklist—it’s a system that lives in people, teams, and the way an organization actually works under pressure.
We sit down with strategic advisor and executive team coach Natasha Kehimkar to reframe resilience as connection. When pressure spikes, leaders often go inward—exactly when community and connection matter most.
Natasha explains why belonging is a performance driver, how isolation quietly erodes collaboration and trust, and organizational resilience.
Most corporate playbooks cover finance, IT, and safety, but skip the messy middle where strategy fails: people. Natasha lays out the building blocks—aligned leadership behaviors, psychological safety, and shared learning frameworks—and makes a compelling case for investing in middle managers. This is your core, the layer that translates direction into daily action and carries most employees through change. We break down why training alone rarely sticks, how to scaffold learning with real scenarios and feedback, and ways to turn off‑the‑shelf content into habits that fit your context.
If you care about engagement, delivery speed, and reputation, you need a resilience strategy that goes beyond slogans. Walk away with a clearer blueprint for connection, alignment, and practical leadership development that strengthens your culture without soft‑pedaling performance.
Natasha Kehimkar is a strategic advisor, executive team coach, and organizational transformation expert. Natasha and her team at Malida Advisors enable leaders and organizations to level up and thrive, address unhealthy friction, and drive transformation through expert coaching, inclusive leadership, and high-impact people strategies.
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What if the key to becoming a better leader isn't about mastering others, but mastering yourself?
When executive coach Massimo Backus joins me on this episode, he shares a revolutionary idea that's changing how we think about leadership: self-compassion as a leadership superpower.
Most of us have been conditioned to believe that being hard on ourselves drives success. We push, criticize, and demand perfection, convinced that self-compassion would somehow make us weak or complacent.
Yet research tells a completely different story. People who practice self-compassion are actually more resilient when facing adversity, more accountable for their mistakes, and better at learning from setbacks. \
Massimo shares how our relationship with ourselves influences every other relationship in our lives, including how we show up as leaders.
"I am a human being and that is enough." This simple yet profound statement offers a new foundation for leadership—one built on humanity rather than superhuman expectations. What would your leadership look like if you approached yourself with the same kindness you offer your team? How might your organization transform if psychological safety started with how you treat yourself?
This conversation offers a refreshing perspective that could change everything about how you lead—starting with how you talk to yourself.
Massimo Backus is a speaker, author, and executive coach who built his practice based on the radical idea that self-compassion is a leadership epiphany. His book is Human First, Leader Second.
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What if the performance metrics we've relied on for decades are actually undermining our success?
Radhika Dutt, entrepreneur, product leader, and author of Radical Product Thinking, challenges conventional leadership wisdom by revealing why traditional goals often backfire and introduces a compassionate approach to leadership through puzzle-setting and puzzle-solving frameworks.
This eye-opening conversation explores how our current performance measurement systems originated from 1940s assembly lines, yet we continue applying them to complex knowledge work with predictably poor results.
Radhika shares real-world examples from her 25 years of experience, including how companies can appear successful by their metrics right up until they suddenly fail. The culprit? Performance theater, where employees are incentivized to highlight wins and conceal problems, leaving leaders with a dangerous illusion of progress.
The solution: Puzzle-setting and puzzle-solving.
Rather than asking: What are your goals?, leaders can transform engagement by asking: What puzzles do you want to solve? This simple shift creates psychological safety and genuine enthusiasm. Her practical OHLs framework—Objectives, Hypotheses, and Learnings—provides the structure for implementing this approach without the anxiety of abandoning familiar systems.
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Radhika Dutt is is an entrepreneur, speaker, product leader, and author of Radical Product Thinking: The New Mindset for Innovating Smarter which introduced a methodology now used in over 40 countries. She is also currently Advisor on Product Thinking to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (Singapore’s central bank and financial regulator), and does consulting and training for organizations ranging from high-tech startups to multinationals on building radical products that create a fundamental change. She is now working on her second book, Escaping the Performance Trap: Why Goals and Targets Backfire and What Actually Works.
Download the free OHLs toolkit at radicalproduct.com and start creating a more engaged, transparent, and truly compassionate workplace today.
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Discover why emotional intelligence might be the missing puzzle piece in your leadership strategy.
Nada Nasserdeen, founder and CEO of Rise Up For You, unpacks the critical balance between compassion and maintaining high standards in today's workplace.
She reveals the startling truth that 80% of business success depends not on technical prowess but on emotional intelligence, despite the fact that most companies continue investing primarily in technical training. She challenges the quick-fix mindset pervading leadership development, explaining why one-day retreats simply don't create lasting change.
We explore the business impact of emotional intelligence--reduced turnover, increased engagement, higher sales performance, and solving costly people problems before they escalate. Nada shares practical insights on creating transparent company cultures where values are living principles guiding every aspect, from hiring to performance reviews.
Perhaps most eye-opening is Gallup's consistent finding that 76% of North American workers remain disengaged while collecting paychecks. They are essentially being paid to underperform. This hidden productivity drain represents an enormous opportunity for companies willing to invest in meaningful emotional intelligence development.
Whether you're struggling with high turnover, disengaged team members, or leadership effectiveness, this episode provides actionable strategies to transform your organization's approach to people development.
Nada Nasserdeen is a speaker and the Founder and CEO of Rise Up For You, a global leader in soft skills and leadership development and author of Rise Up For You and Emotional Intelligence: The Path to Fulfillment, Influence, and Lasting Success. Her third book, Self-Confidence: How to Overcome the I’m Not Enough Mindset, is due out soon.
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What if everything you thought you knew about leadership was based on an illusion?
Hussein Hallak takes us on a remarkable journey from his childhood in Syria—where entrepreneur wasn't even a word in Arabic—to becoming a successful company founder who learned the hard way that command-and-control leadership doesn't work.
Hussein admits he was once horrible to work with, until he discovered that true leadership means raising others up rather than asserting dominance. His transformation reveals how compassionate leadership creates organizational environments where innovation thrives. He challenges the fundamental premise that we can control our organizations, our teams, or even ourselves, and explains how our desperate attempts to maintain control actually sabotage our ability to adapt and grow.
He reveals that these principles aren't new-age management theories but ancient wisdom about human psychology that we've temporarily forgotten during the industrial age. As he puts it, "That's how tribes work, that's how we work for a longer time." In returning to these collaborative roots, modern organizations can outpace competitors still clinging to outdated hierarchies.
Ready to transform your approach to leadership? Listen to discover how compassionate leadership can revolutionize your organization while honoring the fundamental human need for meaning, connection, and contribution.
Hussein Hallak is the CEO of Next Decentrum, a founder, entrepreneur, and strategist dedicated to helping people and organizations find clarity in complexity and build lasting impact. He is the author of The Dark Art of Life Mastery, a guide for living fearlessly, second-guessing less, and embracing true purpose.
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How do you build an organization that grows without losing its soul?
Kenny Lange believes the answer lies in compassionate leadership—but not in the way most people think.
Kenny challenges the false dichotomy between organizational success and staying true to principles and argues that accountability represents one of the highest forms of compassion. In fact, organizational policies can often hinder authentic connection--they reflect what we do, not who we are.
We also discuss why leaders struggle with compassion: they're being asked to give something they never received. With most people receiving their first management position a decade before receiving any leadership training, it's no wonder we see gaps in human-centered leadership. His solution? Start with self-compassion, then extend that same grace to teams while maintaining clear boundaries.
Kenny Lange helps faith-forward founders scale without losing their soul. Creator of Lead to Scale™ and host of How Leaders Think podcast. Clients say he "calls you up, not out."
You can learn more about Kenny on his website www.kennylange.com. Download his free 5-minute diagnostic to figure out how to grow without losing your soul and to receive a 44-page PDF customized to your leadership stage and style.
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What's the true value of kindness in business?
According to Tara May, CEO of Aspiritech, compassion is a powerful driver of innovation, revenue, and profit.
Our conversation explores the ROI of kindness, a concept that challenges traditional views by connecting human-centered leadership directly to business outcomes. Tara shares compelling insights from her experience leading a tech company where over 90% of employees are autistic adults, revealing how embracing neurodiversity creates a workplace where everyone can thrive as their authentic selves.
We discuss the leadership development gap that plagues many organizations. Too often, companies promote stellar individual contributors into management roles without providing proper training, setting them up to struggle.
"Leadership is a very different skill from individual excellence," Tara explains, "and it's a muscle that needs to be built up over time." This perspective offers a refreshing take on why compassionate management requires intentional cultivation.
As we navigate technological disruptions like generative AI, Tara makes a compelling case that psychological safety—the ability to take risks and fail without fear—has never been more crucial. Companies that create environments where people feel safe experimenting will be the ones that thrive through constant change.
Whether you're a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode offers both practical wisdom and inspiring vision for creating workplaces where kindness and business success go hand in hand.
Tara May is a leader in the movement for neurodiversity in the workplace. She is CEO of Aspiritech, a revolutionary tech company that employs more than 100 autistic adults representing more than 90% of its team. Tara is co-director of Neurowrx and a member of the strategic committee for HAAPE, or Helping Adults with Autism Perform and Excel, advocating for neurodiversity and employment both nationally and internationally and is a renowned speaker championing embracing neurodiversity, mental health, and most of all kindness, in the workplace.
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When crisis hits, what separates exceptional leaders from the rest?
Dr. Heidi Steinecker draws from her remarkable career as Deputy Director of the California Department of Public Health and US Citizen Diplomat to reveal the unexpected qualities that define crisis leadership.
"What will do the least amount of harm?"
This guiding question frames her approach to crisis management: She acknowledges that perfect solutions rarely exist, but strategic thinking can minimize suffering. Rather than merely reacting, she advocates for a proactive stance that combines data-driven decision-making with boots-on-the-ground intelligence gathering.
Heidi challenges conventional wisdom about crisis response. Being too calm during congressional testimony once drew criticism, yet she argues that compartmentalizing emotions while remaining focused is precisely what effective leaders must do. This emotional intelligence extends to recognizing when teams need mandatory breaks, a lesson learned during marathon pandemic response efforts when staff worked seven days a week for months.
The conversation explores how relationship-building before crises creates the foundation for an effective response and how trust and cultural understanding outweigh technological solutions. Her unique global perspective bridges lessons from remote villages to state-level pandemic management. And she finds hope in the next generation of leaders entering the workforce, who bring fresh enthusiasm and innovative approaches to complex problems. Their creativity and comfort with new tools promise more responsive, effective crisis management for the future.
Dr. Heidi W. Steinecker is a distinguished public health leader with over two decades of experience in healthcare delivery systems and public health policy.
She has held several key leadership roles, including serving as a US Citizen Diplomat for US Department of State, Deputy Director at the California Department of Public Health and Principal at Resultant Consulting, where she advises government leaders on innovative ways to improve healthcare system strengthening, disease surveillance infrastructure, data modernization, and proactive analytic systems for preventative interventions in population health. Her work spans pandemic preparedness, quality and safety systems, and global health security, including epidemiological fieldwork in Uganda’s border of DRC and Rwanda. With a proven ability to align strategy, policy, and operations, Dr. Steinecker is committed to building resilient health systems and disease mitigation platforms to improve local and global health. Her expertise lies in integrating data-driven systems with people-centered processes to drive transformational change across all levels of healthcare and public health infrastructure.
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No one will listen to you and really embrace you unless they know that you're there with the right intentions.
Ali Uren, founder of Kiikstart, challenges conventional thinking about what truly drives workplace success.
The episode introduces Ali's powerful concept of the kindness bank--a framework where leaders make daily deposits through acts of generosity, attentiveness, and support. These deposits create a reserve from which leaders can draw when difficult conversations arise.
Ali also explores adversity intelligence, the skill set, mindset, and attitude that allows individuals to transform challenges into opportunities while maintaining well-being. Compassionate leadership creates the conditions for adversity intelligence to flourish, providing teams with the resources needed to bounce back (and forward) from setbacks.
The conversation tackles why leadership development often fails in organizations worldwide. We frequently promote individuals based on technical prowess rather than leadership capacity, creating a fundamental disconnect between expectations and reality. Ali points to a critical gap: decision-makers often view learning and development as mere information transmission rather than a strategic business driver.
For those seeking practical ways to measure compassion in the workplace, Ali offers surprisingly simple but profound questions:
- How kind was your manager to you in the last two weeks?
- How did that kindness show itself?"
These straightforward inquiries provide concrete data points for assessing a leader's compassionate impact.
Visit Ali's website Kiikstart.com and connect with her on LinkedIn where she shares daily content on developing people and businesses.
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When a disability care organization struggled with high turnover and poor morale, today's guest, Karen Ansen, suggested flipping its organizational chart to put frontline caregivers at the top.
The organization transformed its culture and operations by asking employees directly what they needed.
Karen is an employment lawyer and leadership coach who brings humanity to high-conflict employment situations. As an attorney who deals with terminations and workplace disputes, Karen creates space for authentic communication while managing legal risks. She coaches leaders through their fear of legal repercussions while addressing the underlying issues. By unpacking how organizations reach breaking points, she helps clients avoid repeating painful patterns.
Karen's wisdom comes from personal experience—she's felt the sting of workplace conflict and knows the toll it takes. "Every person you've ever talked to has a terrible war story about what happened to them at work," she notes. "And I often say to people, 'don't let this be your story.'" This perspective shapes her unique approach combining legal expertise with soul-centered leadership practices, including breathwork sessions for executives.
Ready to transform your approach to workplace challenges? Explore how compassionate leadership can strengthen your organization while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Your team deserves nothing less.
Karen Ansen is a heart-led employment lawyer and leadership coach who believes the greatest transformations—whether in workplaces or in life—begin with listening deeply and leading with compassion. With decades of experience supporting aged care and community care leaders through complex challenges, Karen brings a rare blend of legal wisdom, emotional insight, and soulful presence to everything she does.
She is the founder of Ignite HR & Employment Law and Ignite Your Purpose, two values-based businesses that blend compliance with care, structure with soul, and leadership with deep inner alignment.
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Leaders tend to bifurcate, going to one extreme or the other. Some become hyper-competent but emotionally disconnected. Others display overwhelming empathy without direction.
Crisis response expert Jeff Gorter reveals that effective leadership during traumatic events requires a delicate balance of compassion and competence. Drawing from his experience responding to organizational crises at R3 Continuum, Jeff explains why some leaders falter while others shine during critical moments.
The conversation explores our unprecedented era of "cascading collective crises" – a succession of traumatic events without adequate processing time between them. Unlike previous generations who might hear about distant disasters days or weeks later, today's technology delivers every tragedy in real time, often re-traumatizing us through repeated exposure. This constant barrage disrupts our essential human need to make sense of difficult experiences.
Particularly illuminating is Jeff's insight about how we interpret our trauma responses. When facing a crisis, our bodies naturally engage survival mechanisms – fight, flight, or freeze responses hardwired into our brains. The difference between prolonged suffering and recovery often lies in recognizing these reactions as normal human responses rather than personal failures. "It's not that I'm broken," he explains, "I'm simply having a bad case of being human."
Despite the challenges we face, hope persists. We don't get to pick when crisis happens, but we do get to choose how we respond. That choice defines our path to recovery.
Jeff Gorter, MSW, LCSW, is VP of Clinical Crisis Response Services at R3 Continuum. He brings over 30 years of clinical experience including consultation and extensive on-site critical incident response to businesses and communities. He has responded directly to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Hurricane Katrina, the earthquake/tsunami in Japan, the Las Vegas Shooting, the breaching of the US Capitol, the 2023 Hawaii Wildfires, the 2024 Asheville Floods, and the 2025 DC Aviation Disaster, among others.
You can learn more about R3 Continuum on its website R3c.com. And learn more about Jeff on LinkedIn or contact him via email: jeff.gorter@r3c.com
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When tested, we don't rise to the level of our aspirations. We fall back to the level of our training, habits, and policies.
This episode originally aired on The Breakout podcast, where I joined hosts Dr. Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther to talk about trauma, recovery, resilience, and how society fails invisible victims of traumatic events.
For every physical injury in mass violence events, studies show between 5-40 people suffer psychological injuries—yet these survivors remain largely unacknowledged. "People openly told me my experience didn't count," she shares, revealing how this invalidation creates a secondary trauma that compounds suffering. This stigma drives many trauma survivors into silence, delaying treatment and deepening isolation.
Our workplace environments significantly impact healing—we spend approximately 90,000 hours at work over our lifetimes, and research shows managers influence our mental health as much as spouses and more than therapists. Yet most workplaces remain ill-equipped to support employees dealing with trauma.
Good intentions aren't enough. Organizations need embedded structures that support psychological safety regardless of who manages a team.
Listen to this powerful episode to understand how workplace cultures can either accelerate or hinder healing, and discover practical ways to create environments where everyone—including trauma survivors—can bring their best selves to work every day.
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In this first in an occasional series on what we owe each other after collective traumas, bioethicist Alham Saadat shares unique insights from her experiences as a refugee and her work in bioethics at the Broad Institute.
Alham offers insights into the obligations we have toward one another both during crisis and in everyday life. "What we owe to each other is at the core of my belief system," she reflects, challenging listeners to expand their understanding of human responsibility.
The conversation ventures into leadership accountability, the weaponization of resilience, and the courage required to acknowledge harm. She argues that institutional acknowledgment of wrongdoing is often the crucial first step that takes pressure and strain off a person who's experienced harm. And emphasizes that truly supporting others requires humility, deep listening, and recognition that there are few clear-cut answers in life's most important areas.
"It's short-sighted in assuming that being strong is somehow equated with being a good person," Alham observes, advocating instead for normalizing vulnerability both personally and professionally. This perspective offers a refreshing counterpoint to society's relentless pressure to demonstrate unwavering strength and fortitude.
Whether you're navigating personal trauma, leading an organization through crisis, or simply seeking to deepen your connection with fellow humans, this conversation offers practical wisdom for building what Alham describes as the muscle of empathy. Listen now and reconsider what we truly owe each other as we journey through life together.
Alham Saadat, M.S. was the Associate Director of Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications (ELSI) in Biomedical Research at the Broad Institute and the co-director of the Broad Bioethics Initiative, which fosters bioethical engagement within the Broad community. As a scientist, ethicist, and community leader, she strives to advance biomedical research and maximize its potential to improve patient outcomes, particularly for underserved communities.
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Ever noticed how the most successful leaders somehow manage to build thriving businesses while maintaining genuine human connections?
Rob Gallaher discovered this secret the hard way. After years of working excessive hours, micromanaging his team, and watching his personal life deteriorate, he knew something had to change.
Rob joins us to share how compassion transformed his approach to leadership. As a CEO leading multiple companies and author of Profit Sharing: The Power of Shared Success, he explains why business relationships don't have to remain purely transactional. "When you are compassionate, when there's a relationship with your team members... business is easier and smoother," Rob explains, challenging the notion that professional success requires personal sacrifice.
The conversation reveals how Rob revolutionized his companies through profit-sharing as a way to create genuine alignment between business owners and employees. What's particularly refreshing is Rob's emphasis on simple, practical approaches to building workplace relationships. Rather than elaborate team-building events, he suggests brief walks with colleagues, shared lunches, or handwritten thank-you notes. These small investments yield massive returns through increased trust, better delegation, and stronger overall performance.
Whether you're a business owner feeling isolated at the top or a team member seeking more meaning at work, this episode offers a roadmap to more fulfilling professional relationships. As Rob powerfully states, "Whatever your measurement of success is, it really comes down to the number of lives that you affect every day and the quality of that influence that you have."
Rob Gallaher is CEO of Gallaher Co. and is passionate about profit sharing. He is the author of Profit Sharing: The Power of Shared Success and is launching an online course to teach others about profit sharing. You can learn more about Rob on his website, LinkedIn, or Facebook.
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What happens when we acknowledge our full humanity in the workplace?
Fran Benjamin, Managing Partner at GoodWorks Consulting, delivers a masterclass in organizational transformation that challenges longstanding assumptions about leadership.
Fran offers a definition of compassion: "that moment in which one can no longer distinguish themselves from the other," and explores how this concept applies to modern organizational structures. Rather than viewing companies as collections of individual cogs, they advocate for seeing people as interconnected ecosystems where mutual benefit and reinforcement drive success.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Fran traces the evolution of leadership competencies through major historical events.
- During the Cold War, decisiveness reigned supreme.
- After 9/11, empathy emerged as crucial.
- The 2008 financial crisis elevated transparency.
- 2020's dual crises highlighted psychological safety.
Now, as we face what Fran calls the 2025 polycrisis, new leadership qualities are emerging: principled dissent (values-based courage), regenerative leadership, and coalition building.
For leaders hesitant to embrace compassion, there are tangible costs: increased employee attrition, legal liability, reduced market access, and diminished community impact. The antidote? Building systems that institutionalize compassionate leadership beyond individual personalities or initiatives.
Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 company or a community organization, this episode offers practical wisdom for creating more resilient, innovative, and human-centered workplaces. Join us to discover how acknowledging our full humanity (emotions, bodies, relationships and all) unlocks our collective potential.
Fran Benjamin (they/he/she) is the Managing Partner and Principal Consultant at Good Works Consulting, an organizational development, human capital consulting, and executive coaching firm. With 20 years of experience guiding organizational transformation and inclusive cultures, Fran has led global teams through 50+ successful engagements with clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies. An MBA graduate from UCLA Anderson, Fran is also a certified Integral Coach, yoga instructor, and a somatics practitioner, blending professional rigor with creative and holistic approaches to leadership.
You can learn more about Fran on LinkedIn or email them at: fran@goodworks.consulting. Learn more about Good Works Consulting on the website: https://www.goodworks.consulting/
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When you think of manufacturing environments, compassionate leadership and unconditional love probably aren't the first concepts that come to mind. Yet at Cambridge Air Solutions, these principles form the backbone of a thriving culture that's delivering remarkable business results.
Meg Brown, Chief Operating Officer, reveals the surprisingly simple practices that have transformed their workplace. The most powerful is a ritual called personal-professional check-in, where team members briefly share their highest highs and lowest lows in work and life. With "thank you for sharing" as the only permitted response, this creates psychological safety while fostering genuine human connection.
What makes Cambridge Air's approach particularly compelling is its absolute clarity about values. Leadership has literally posted the definition of workplace unconditional love on their walls, describing specific behaviors that demonstrate this value: investing time to know each other, creating space for authenticity, staying curious during conflict, and offering forgiveness.
The business impact speaks volumes: Higher retention, increased safety, improved productivity, and stronger financial performance.
In divisive times, this approach offers something increasingly rare: a community where people feel seen and valued regardless of differences in background or belief.
Listen now to discover how compassionate leadership might be the strategic advantage your organization needs.
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Meg Brown is COO of Cambridge Air Solutions, leading supply chain, manufacturing, and people functions, driving operational excellence and leadership development. Previously, as VP of Human Resources, Meg shaped Cambridge’s employee experience, talent processes, and leadership growth. She is passionate about unlocking potential in others and her true focus has been growing heart based culture, building strong teams and fostering growth.
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"We have more information than ever and less knowledge. We talk at each other more than ever and we're less connected."
James Warren, founder and CEO of Share More Stories, takes us on a journey through the transformative power of stories as the lifeblood of the human experience. He reveals how storytelling creates three essential benefits for organizations: enhanced self-awareness for leaders, strengthened empathy through neurological connection, and accelerated collective learning. Our brains are literally wired for narrative, activating empathic responses that bridge differences and create shared understanding.
He describes the ecosystem involving the teller, the listener, and the story that requires psychological safety to flourish. When we share vulnerably, a transformative alchemy occurs—a rising tide of empathy where both parties want to be heard and develop enhanced capacity to hear others. This directly addresses what Maya Angelou called "the agony of bearing an untold story inside you."
As workplaces increasingly function as communities, James challenges leaders to reconsider the fundamental value proposition of work itself. Organizations demanding more while offering less security and community face unsustainable imbalances. The path forward requires leaders who understand that profitability and human-centered approaches aren't contradictory but complementary strategies for lasting success.
Ready to transform your organization through the power of story? Listen now to discover how compassionate leadership creates workplaces where people genuinely belong. Then share your thoughts—what story are you waiting to tell?
James Warren is the Founder and CEO of Share More Stories, a human experience insights company that built the SEEQ Platform to uncover emotional drivers behind employee and customer experiences. He is a researcher, strategist, writer and facilitator who blends storytelling, AI, and insights to help organizations better understand themselves, their customers, and their communities.
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Have you ever wondered why good people sometimes make terrible decisions?
Kevin McCarthy lived this question when he unwittingly became involved in what turned out to be Washington state's largest fraud case—an experience that landed him in federal prison for 33 months despite having no knowledge of the crime. Rather than becoming bitter, Kevin transformed this devastating setback into profound insight about human blind spots and leadership.
In this thought-provoking conversation, Kevin shares his journey from successful entrepreneur to federal inmate to leadership development pioneer. He explains how blind spots—our unconscious biases, thinking errors, and limiting beliefs—affect even the most well-intentioned people, especially as they rise to positions of greater authority.
Kevin discusses the fundamental flaw in leadership development: we promote technical experts without equipping them with essential people skills. While organizations invest heavily in teaching processes and methodologies, they neglect to help leaders understand themselves and others. The consequences are severe—with Gallup research showing only 23% of the global workforce is engaged, while a staggering 18% actively sabotages their organizations.
Kevin's metaphor of prison life brilliantly captures the challenge we all face: we can choose the wide, easy path of remaining unchanged, or the narrower, more challenging path of growth and self-improvement. "I challenge every leader to choose the narrow path and decide to proactively become a better version of yourself," he urges. "We can all learn to think better, be better, and do better."
Whether you're a seasoned executive, an aspiring leader, or simply interested in understanding the human factors that influence decision-making, this episode offers invaluable insights on developing self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and compassion in leadership. Listen now to discover how Kevin's assessment tools and training programs are helping organizations build better leaders and healthier workplaces worldwide.
Kevin McCarthy is a consultant, leadership development coach, and author of the bestselling book, BlindSpots – Why Good People Make Bad Choices. You c
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What happens when disaster strikes a community and the ripple effects touch everyone differently?
This episode originally aired on The Security Circle podcast, where I joined host Yoyo Hamblen to talk about trauma, recovery, and resilience. I'm sharing it here because the conversation gets to the heart of what we're exploring on Notes on Resilience: the real work of rebuilding trust, leading with empathy, and supporting people through change.
In this revealing conversation with Boston Marathon bombing survivor Manya Chylinski, Yoyo and I discuss the complex world of trauma, healing, and organizational support during times of crisis.
I share my firsthand experience as someone who walked away physically unharmed from the 2013 bombing but carried invisible wounds that profoundly impacted my life. This story illuminates how differently people process trauma, with some bouncing back quickly while others face a longer road to recovery.
At the heart of this conversation is a perspective on workplaces as communities—spaces where our full humanity deserves acknowledgment, especially during difficult times. People are messy, and organizations can either hinder or support healing through their responses to employees experiencing trauma. Whether it's a suicide that affects the entire company or widespread disasters like wildfires, how leadership responds matters deeply We discuss how resilience is a tool we all possess but may not recognize in ourselves.
Whether you're a security professional, leader, or someone navigating your own relationship with trauma, this episode offers invaluable insights about human experience during crisis. Listen in for a compassionate, thoughtful discussion that will transform how you think about resilience, workplace support, and our shared humanity during life's most challenging moments.
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Have you ever wondered why inspiring speeches from leaders don't always translate to motivated teams?
In this conversation with Rob Lion, we discuss how leaders often forget that employees don't necessarily love the organization the same way they do. While executives might focus on purpose and vision, many employees are primarily concerned with meeting foundational needs like providing for their families or maintaining stability.
This disconnect explains why what works at the leadership level doesn't always resonate throughout the organization.
One of the most thought-provoking parts of our conversation focuses on rethinking onboarding. Rob draws a parallel to vacation: What do you do day one on vacation? You explore, you have fun...
Yet most companies approach onboarding like reading emergency procedures instead of letting employees explore and understand the culture they've joined. This simple shift in thinking could transform how organizations welcome new team members.
Rob emphasizes that culture work and performance objectives must operate concurrently. Becoming too culture-focused can make an organization self-centered, while overemphasizing performance can lead to forgetting employees' humanity. Finding this balance is the sweet spot for leadership that delivers both fulfillment and results.
Dr. Rob Lion is a professor at Idaho State University and co-founder of Black River Performance Management, where the motto is "Work should fuel the spirit, not drain it." With over 20 years of expertise in leadership, organizational development, and performance improvement, Rob is renowned for his innovative, people-first approach. He specializes in creating human-centric, sustainable systems that drive growth and success within organizations.
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What makes the difference between leaders who inspire innovation and those whose teams merely go through the motions? The answer might surprise you.
Melissa Robinson-Winemiller, author, speaker, and leadership coach, reveals that empathy—far from being soft or unnecessary—actually requires tremendous courage and drives measurable business results. In this fascinating conversation, she unveils that there are actually 43 different types of empathy across eight categories, challenging our simplified understanding of what it means to truly connect with others.
"Empathy is what you feel, compassion is what you do," Melissa explains, offering a crucial distinction that many leaders miss. Without first understanding what people actually need, even well-intentioned actions can completely backfire, like the infamous pizza party solution to burnout that leaves many employees feeling more disconnected than ever.
The business case is compelling: Ernst & Young studies show organizations leading with authentic empathy see 87% higher productivity, 86% greater innovation, and 82% increased profit. Insincere attempts at empathy produced worse results than no empathy at all.
As technology and AI continue transforming how we work, Melissa argues that genuine human connection becomes more valuable, not less. "Organizations either evolve or become obsolete," she warns. "What they're risking is becoming obsolete as managers... they're not going to be the innovators."
For leaders feeling overwhelmed, Melissa offers a surprising starting point: self-empathy. Many achieve leadership positions through technical excellence rather than people skills, then struggle to connect authentically with teams. By first understanding themselves, leaders build the foundation for extending empathy to others.
Whether you're a seasoned executive or aspiring leader, this episode provides both the practical framework and compelling business case for leading with genuine empathy in an increasingly technological world.
Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller is an author, speaker and leadership coach who has conducted in-depth research into the use of empathy in leadership. She is on a mission to change the world of communication for the good of humanity.
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Have you ever considered that your leadership style might be trapped in patterns established when you were five years old?
That's just one of the eye-opening perspectives shared by Gary Cohen, managing partner and co-founder of CO2 Partners, in this thought-provoking exploration of compassionate leadership.
Gary introduces us to the powerful metaphor of walking the ridgeline – the delicate balance leaders must maintain between excessive ego on one side and debilitating humility on the other. This balance, he argues, is essential for authentic leadership that inspires rather than demands compliance. Through compelling stories and practical insights, Gary illuminates how our earliest experiences with authority shape our leadership approach, creating what he calls a cascade of fear that ripples through organizations.
Perhaps most provocatively, Gary challenges conventional leadership wisdom by exposing how permission-seeking and permission-giving dynamics undermine trust and accountability. He shares how true leadership requires breaking these patterns – illustrated perfectly by the story of Mike Harper, who transformed ConAgra from near bankruptcy to a $20 billion company by refusing to give answers when his executives sought permission. Instead, he returned responsibility to them, building a culture of ownership and decision-making confidence.
The conversation travels through unexpected territory – from Gary's accidental car theft to the profound impact of authenticity in leadership and how our current social climate influences leadership styles. Throughout, Gary offers practical approaches to measuring psychological safety and building genuine trust within teams.
Whether you're leading a large organization, a small team, or simply interested in the psychology of leadership, this episode offers fresh perspectives on creating workplaces built on trust rather than fear. Connect with us on LinkedIn or visit manyachalinski.com to continue the conversation about compassionate leadership.
Gary Cohen is an executive coach and leadership management consultant and the Managing Partner and Co-founder of CO2 Partners, LLC. He probes his clients with the only kind of questions that can produce change: unexpected ones. From the client’s answers, he offers not just insights but alternative courses of action. He has yet to meet a client who wants to be ordinary, and he helps them enjoy unusual success by employing unusual approaches. He is also the author of Just Ask Leadership: Why Great Managers Always Ask the Right Questions.
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What if the secret to effective leadership wasn't having all the answers, but rather creating space for genuine human connection? In this enlightening conversation with Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther, co-founders of the Abbracci Group, we explore the transformative power of compassion in the workplace.
The dialogue begins with a fundamental truth: people want to feel cared for, regardless of whether they're at home or at work. Despite this simple reality, many managers struggle to show genuine empathy and vulnerability—often because they've been conditioned to maintain professional distance or believe they must always provide immediate solutions to every problem.
As Keri points out, it is hard to fully listen as humans, especially in our hyper-connected, distraction-filled world. Yet this skill becomes increasingly crucial in times of uncertainty. Kelly emphasizes that managers needn't have answers to every question; sometimes their most valuable contribution is simply acknowledging, "I don't know what's going on, but as soon as I have information, I'll share it with you."
The conversation navigates the delicate balance between compassion and boundaries. Contrary to popular belief, these concepts aren't opposites—in fact, clear expectations and boundaries are themselves compassionate acts. Without them, managers risk becoming ineffective "besties" rather than leaders who can guide their teams through challenges.
Perhaps most compelling is the business case for compassion. When employees don't feel cared for, engagement plummets, discretionary effort disappears, and eventually, customer experience suffers. It might not happen right away, Keri warns, but eventually you will lose customers, clients, and revenue.
Through personal stories and practical insights, this episode offers a masterclass in human-centered leadership that acknowledges our shared vulnerability while maintaining the structure necessary for organizational success.
Keri Ohlrich and Kelly Guenther are the founders of Abbracci Group, co-authors of “Whatever the Hell You Want," and hosts of The Breakout podcast. Dr. Keri Ohlrich has over two decades in HR leadership, and embodies a passion for transforming workplaces into thriving ecosystems. Kelly Guenther brings a holistic approach to people and talent, focusing not only on the organization but also on the individuals who create teams.
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What happens when a leader admits they've made a mistake?
This vulnerability forms the bedrock of trust in modern organizations. And trust is in critically short supply. The psychological contract between employers and employees has fundamentally fractured, leaving many professionals feeling disposable rather than valued.
In this conversation with executive coach Cynthia Pong, we explore how compassionate leadership creates the psychological safety necessary for high-performing teams and the need to invest in measuring and developing compassion as a core competency. We discuss practical metrics for tracking psychological safety (like the number and types of questions team members feel comfortable asking) and examine how organizations can rebuild trust in small, meaningful steps.
The stakes couldn't be higher. As Cynthia notes, companies will lose out on A++ talent, who will go to a competitor because the competitor has a better culture. With five generations in today's workplace and values-driven Gen Z employees entering the workforce, compassionate leadership is essential for organizational survival.
Cynthia Pong, JD, is an award-winning executive coach and speaker who empowers women of color leaders to advance their careers into positions of power. She is Founder and CEO of Embrace Change, working with a team to provide specialized coaching and training programs for high-performing women of color up to the C-suite. She is the author of the book Don’t Stay in Your Lane: The Career Change Guide for Women of Color.
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How does play transform workforce dynamics?
Monika Guzek, founder of JoyFlow, challenges conventional workplace wisdom with a refreshing take on organizational resilience. From jumping off a 12-meter waterfall despite her fear of heights to teaching CEOs the power of play, Monica embodies the change-embracing spirit she cultivates in others.
We discuss how play helps executives approach complex problems through creativity rather than pure analysis, and the three essential ingredients of resilience: relationships, sunshine, and nutrition. These fundamentals form the backbone of sustainable workplace well-being, yet are frequently overlooked in favor of complicated wellness programs.
Your workplace doesn't have to wait for a crisis to prioritize well-being—start building that foundation today. Are you ready to transform how your organization approaches resilience and psychological safety?
Monika Guzek is a speaker, coach, consultant, and Founder of JoyFlow: Success through Joy, Diversity & Resilience. She helps leaders and organizations cultivate inclusive, high-performing cultures where resilience, authenticity, and joy fuel success. Her mission is to help leaders break free from burnout, embrace joy, and harness play as a powerful driver of success and resilience —because the best results come when we are happy and fulfilled.
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What happens when your company faces a crisis?
For Richard Sheridan, CEO of Menlo Innovations, the answer wasn't found in emergency protocols or contingency plans. It was deeply embedded in the culture of joy his organization had built over decades.
When COVID-19 struck and Menlo lost 60% of its revenue, their collaborative in-person work model seemed impossible to maintain. Yet something remarkable happened. While Sheridan momentarily felt like Houdini shackled and thrown to the bottom of an icy river, his team quickly self-organized, experimenting with solutions that would ultimately lead the company to its strongest years ever.
The secret? A foundation of joy that's fundamentally different from fleeting happiness. "Joy is seeing over the horizon," Sheridan explains, "and realizing there's satisfaction that comes from fighting the hard fight, even when everything feels stacked against you."
In this candid conversation, Rich reveals the five-step framework that guided Menlo's recovery: survive, adapt, sustain, emerge stronger, and thrive again. He shares how vulnerability becomes a leader's greatest strength during crisis, why authenticity can't be faked, and how the question "What do they need as human beings?" transformed difficult situations.
Most powerfully, Rich demonstrates how compassionate leadership creates ripple effects far beyond the workplace: If people have better lives at work, they'll be better parents, better spouses, better neighbors and community members.
For leaders navigating uncertainty, this conversation offers both practical guidance and profound inspiration. The lesson? Don't wait for a crisis to build a culture of joy. Start today, because relationships and resilience are built over time, not overnight.
Richard Sheridan, is the CEO, Chief Storyteller & Tour Guide of Menlo Innovations and author of Joy, Inc. - How We Built a Workplace People Love and Chief Joy Officer – How Great Leaders Elevate Human Energy and Eliminate Fear.
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Today's workplace demands whole-person management: Employees no longer check their emotions and personal challenges at the door.
Guest Malvika Jethmalani, three-time CHRO and co-founder of Atvis Group, talks about the three-step employee listening strategy that forms the foundation of compassionate leadership: listening to understand pain points, analyzing feedback implications, and taking meaningful action.
She shares why many organizations create survey fatigue and erode trust by collecting data without follow-through, and offers practical insights on balancing quantitative methods like engagement surveys with qualitative approaches such as focus groups, as drivers of better business outcomes.
We discuss psychological safety as a business imperative, immersion instead of traditional onboarding, and how politically charged topics like return-to-office policies and DEI initiatives require thoughtful leadership approaches that go beyond performative actions.
Malvika explains why the rise of AI is actually elevating the importance of human interaction in the workplace. As technical skills become more commoditized through low-code solutions, what she calls power skills – the ability to connect, empathize, and collaborate – are becoming the true differentiators. For HR professionals especially, this technological shift creates an unprecedented opportunity to focus on the truly human aspects of human resources.
Malvika Jethmalani is a 3x CHRO and the Co-Founder of Atvis Group – a human capital advisory firm driven by the core belief that to win in the marketplace, businesses must first win in the workplace.
You can learn about Malvika's work on the Atvis Group website or on LinkedIn. And you can learn more about her or contact her via LinkedIn.
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Burnout is an occupational phenomenon officially recognized by the World Health Organization.
So, what happens when workplace cultures keep us from addressing it directly? Can leaders really create space for authentic conversations about wellbeing?
Wellness expert Jasmin Dennis shares a powerful framework for identifying and preventing emotional burnout through compassionate leadership, showing how leaders can address different manifestations of burnout—lack of energy, decreased productivity, workplace detachment—by tackling one manageable slice at a time.
We explore what happens when leaders themselves experience burnout and why it's essential that wellness initiatives include everyone from frontline employees to top executives. Jasmine shares how simple phrases like "tell me what's going on" can transform workplace dynamics, and why embedding compassion into organizational systems ensures these values persist through leadership changes.
Whether you're a leader struggling with a burned-out team or someone experiencing emotional exhaustion yourself, this episode provides actionable strategies for cultivating environments where well-being is prioritized and compassion drives success.
Jasmin Dennis is a seasoned expert in creating and implementing transformative workplace wellness programs. Her efforts focus on preventing burnout, boosting employee morale, and reducing healthcare costs, all while fostering environments where teams thrive.
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What does it take to authentically lead with compassion?
For Lori Pappas—entrepreneur, humanitarian, and author of "The Magic of Yes"—the answer lies at the intersection of self-awareness, organizational alignment, and redefined success metrics. She shares her journey from successful entrepreneur to humanitarian, revealing how addressing personal trauma enhanced her ability to lead with authentic compassion.
We discussed a framework for compassionate leadership built on three pillars:
- System alignment (ensuring compensation, recognition, and promotion systems reflect compassionate values)
- Communication (seeking first to understand rather than be understood)
- Metrics that incorporate human well-being alongside productivity measures.
"Employees are brilliant," she emphasizes. "The mistake many leaders make is relying only on their management team." This approach not only improved operations but created such profound connections that 30 years later, her former employees still implement and value the leadership principles they learned together.
Ready to transform your leadership approach? Discover why Lori believes employee turnover is the greatest risk of non-compassionate leadership, and how building trust—sometimes literally through trust falls in Ethiopian huts—creates the foundation for teams that innovate, adapt, and thrive through any challenge.
Connect with Lori at www.loripappas.com or through her Facebook group The Wise Woman Sisterhood. Her book The Magic of Yes: Embrace the Wise Woman Within is available at Bookshop and Barnes & Noble.
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"If you take care of your people and projects, the clients usually come right along."
Executive coach Rob Ott takes us deep into the world of compassionate leadership, drawing from decades of experience building high-performing teams. He reveals how truly people-first organizations achieve remarkable business outcomes while nurturing fulfilling workplace cultures.
Rob co-founded a company that became what former employees describe as one of the best places they've ever worked. Through rich examples and reflections, he illustrates how organizations can measure compassion through both qualitative feedback and quantitative metrics like turnover rates and engagement patterns. He also discusses how leadership responds during crisis—those revealing moments when pressure reveals character. He shares invaluable lessons about communication cadence, transparency, and maintaining people-centered approaches even when the metaphorical house is on fire.
Whether you're leading teams through uncertainty, building organizational resilience, or simply seeking to create a more humane workplace without sacrificing results, this episode offers practical wisdom for leadership that puts humans first.
Rob is the founder of Ott Management Solutions and a consultant and executive leadership coach known for his effective and straightforward coaching style, having mentored and coached employees and executives across many disciplines. The impact Rob strives for extends beyond business success into the career and lives of those he works with.
You can find Rob on LinkedIn and learn more about his company on their website.
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Embrace the transformative power of compassionate leadership in our latest episode with Scott Healy, CEO of Psych Hub.
He shares profound insights into why leaders should prioritize empathy, understanding, and trust within their teams. From recognizing the personal struggles of employees to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates diverse perspectives, Scott provides practical strategies for building a supportive environment. Discover how a "no assholes rule" can reshape workplace dynamics and enhance overall morale, leading to better retention rates and innovation.
This episode offers a fresh take on leadership that goes beyond traditional metrics, emphasizing the importance of meaningful connections. Join us in this enlightening conversation that challenges conventional views about leadership and inspires you to cultivate a workplace where every team member feels valued and empowered.
Scott Healy is a mission-driven leader who has helped build several early-stage businesses into successful companies. He is the CEO of Psych Hub, and was on the founding executive team of Care.com. In his spare time, Scott is an advisor to startup companies and a mentor to young entrepreneurs.
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Are you curious about how emotional drivers shape workplace culture and foster connection?
Join us in this thought-provoking episode as we engage with Dov Baron to explore the concept of emotional source code and its significant impact on organizational dynamics. We delve into the importance of compassion and understanding and how we approach each other with curiosity rather than preconceived notions, we pave the way for richer interactions and a more harmonious work environment.
Dov highlights the rising need for emotional intelligence in leadership, particularly in light of the increasing organizational pressure to cultivate a sense of community. He also addresses the emotional hunger many are currently facing, made more apparent by the pandemic--with work now often deemed the primary community, leaders must navigate the complexities of fostering belonging and support.
This episode provides insights and practical strategies for reframing our approach to leadership.
Dov Baron is a speaker, facilitator, podcast host, author, and founder of Dov Baron International. He is an expert on creating cultures of belonging. He makes a difference by helping leaders tap into their emotional source code--which is what gives individuals their meaning, drives their actions, and determines results.
You can learn more about him in his website www.dovbaron.com, listen to his podcast, The Dov Baron Show wherever you get your podcasts, connect with him on LinkedIn, or email him at dov@dovbaron.com.
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What happens when a 30-year journey uncovers a hidden self-sabotaging trait that affects every facet of our lives?
Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Phil Agrios, a seasoned expert who not only discovered this elusive trait but also developed a method to tackle it head-on. Phil shares his personal transformation and the unexpected path that led him to help thousands overcome barriers to professional success and personal well-being.
We explore the impact of fear and self-doubt on our decisions and how these emotions tie into resilience and compassion. Phil offers insights into fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes empathy and employee well-being, arguing that this approach ultimately benefits both individuals and organizations. This episode is a call to action for leaders to integrate compassion, communication, and continuous learning into their strategies for sustaining successful professional relationships.
With over 30 years of research and working with thousands of individuals, Dr. Philip Agrios has uncovered a hidden self-sabotaging mechanism, which he named the Inborn Sabotaging Trait, that silently derails both professional success and personal well-being. Drawing from his own struggles with debilitating health issues, financial ruin, and personal loss, Dr. Agrios developed an unparalleled method that not only helps businesses thrive but also restores relationships, improves health, and creates lasting happiness.
Connect with Phil on LinkedIn. Or learn more about his work on his website TNOWmethod.com or for business owners, executives, and sales professionals looking for one-on-one support, TNOWmasterclass.com.
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What if you could transform your leadership style by embracing joy and compassion?
Join us as we sit down with Amanda Gore, who shares her inspiring personal journey to discover joy. At 68, driven by an unexpected calling, Amanda left her comfort zone behind to pursue a larger role in life.
Modern leadership demands a delicate balance between strategic prowess and the nurturing of so-called soft skills. We discussed the pros and cons of remote work and the essential role of in-person connections for mental health; strategies to minimize fear and build trust within workplace cultures; and the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence, or "Real AI," for leaders striving to create inclusive and supportive environments.
Tune in to discover how these insights can revolutionize your approach to leadership.
Amanda Gore is a speaker, writer, and communications and performance expert, who uses the latest research in neuroscience, positive psychology, epigenetics, and emotional intelligence, to help business leaders achieve the results they need - by getting people engaged in, enthusiastic about and aligned with, corporate goals and vision. And by creating joyful workplaces that lead to better performance, productivity and creativity. Amanda creates experiences that change events, cultures and people. And is the author of the Joy Is an Inside Job.
You can learn more about Amanda on her website, or Instagram, Facebook, or LinkedIn. Or email her at: amanda@mandagore.com
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Workplace bullying is a pervasive challenge that impacts employee health and morale.
Join us for a conversation with Deitra Payne, who is on a mission to eradicate workplace bullying. We discuss the necessity for compassionate leadership, the definition and implications of bullying, and offer practical advice for addressing these issues within organizations.
Bullying and compassion are incompatible, and Deitra urges organizations to adopt zero-tolerance policies that safeguard employees' well-being. We talk about the psychological and physical toll of bullying, demystify it as more than just a personality clash, and offer actionable strategies to combat it, from reporting to human resources to documenting incidents meticulously.
Deitra discusses the damage that unchecked bullying inflicts and how that puts organizations at risk of losing valuable talent if they ignore the issues. We also explore the impact of workplace bullying on company culture and trust.
Dr. Deitra C. Payne is an speaker, author, entrepreneur, coach and founder of Fabulous Coaching, Training, and Productions LLC, a coaching and training business dedicated to empowering clients to transform their lives and achieve their dreams. Her mission is to help individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through personalized coaching and transformative training programs.
To learn more about Dr. Payne, visit her website at www.fabulousctp.com or email her at info@fabulousctp.com.
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Can the power of empathy and compassion truly transform your workplace?
Join us in this episode with Katharine Manning, who shares her expertise in cultivating trauma-informed environments. We discuss:
- Definitions and differences between empathy and compassion
- The importance of understanding the “why” behind culture changes
- The impact of fear-based cultures on employee well-being
- The gap between the intentions of executive leadership and the reality experienced by employees.
- Building trust through clarity, consistency, and choice
- The importance of embedding empathy and compassion into an organization's culture
We also examine the complex landscape of leadership and the often-overlooked aspect of self-care in leadership, detailing how its neglect can ripple down to affect entire teams.
Katharine Manning provides training and consultation on building trauma-informed workplaces, and is the author of The Empathetic Workplace: Five Steps to a Compassionate, Calm, and Confident Response to Trauma on the Job. She has worked on issues of trauma and victimization for more than 25 years including 15 years at the Justice Department, where she was a Senior Attorney Advisor consulting on victim issues in cases like the Madoff investment fraud and the Boston Marathon bombing.
You can learn more about Katharine on her website or on LinkedIn. You can reach her via email at: kmanning@blackbird-dc.com
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Can compassionate leadership genuinely transform workplace culture, particularly in the high-pressure environment of tech?
Join us as we explore this question with Birgit Pohl, a seasoned leadership coach and engineering leader. Birgit shares her personal journey through unexpected career transitions, illuminating how embracing change can lead to more fulfilling leadership roles. She shares her experiences with workplace bullying, giving us insight into the emotional and psychological hurdles faced by women in male-dominated industries.
We talk about the intricate dynamics of workplace bullying, examining how it can become a political game that disrupts direct communication and fair feedback, and the complexities surrounding performance reviews.
To counteract these challenges, Birgit emphasizes the necessity of crafting a workplace culture anchored in kindness, respect, and transparency. Her insights and practical strategies offer a roadmap to cultivating a healthier, more inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Birgit Pohl is a leadership coach and engineering leader, who coaches people and trains organizations in creating high-performing teams through culture. In her role as a coach, she helps leaders and engineers who want to become leaders understand the human-side of leadership and how to utilize it to create teams that thrive and perform.
You can learn more about Birgit on her website and can connect with her on LinkedIn.
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Explore the transformative potential of mindfulness and compassion in the workplace.
With our guest, Alex Snider, we unravel the complexities of integrating mindfulness into professional settings and discuss common misconceptions, such as the notion that meditation requires a blank mind or that there is a right way to do it.
Our conversation also explores the impact of personal mindfulness practices, particularly in leadership roles. We challenge the idea of mindfulness as just a buzzword, viewing it instead as a practical tool for enhancing team care and understanding. Alex shares insights on how leaders can model mindfulness to promote an open and diverse workplace environment, enhance leadership effectiveness, and contribute to a human-centered work atmosphere.
Join us for this insightful episode packed with practical advice and reflections on nurturing a compassionate workplace.
You can learn more about Alex and his writing on his Substack: Human Beauracacy or on LinkedIn.
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Compassionate leadership is essential for fostering an engaging and trustworthy workplace culture.
Leanne McEvoy, co-founder and CEO of L2 Culture Solutions, shares her insights on the importance of lived experiences, vulnerability, and trust in creating compassionate environments.
In this episode of Notes on Resilience, we unpack the often performative nature of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and explore how leaders can cultivate workplaces where personal stories and individuality are celebrated. Leanne's insights reveal how vulnerability from leadership is key to building trust and fostering a supportive culture, ultimately helping organizations retain their top talent by valuing more than just technical skills.
Discover how to transform organizational culture by prioritizing well-being and resilience and get a roadmap for creating supportive spaces where both individuals and organizations can flourish.
Leanne is the Co-Founder and CEO of L2 Culture Solutions, which is on a mission to revolutionize human resources, culture, and benefits and transform how organizations empower their people. She has extensive experience in executive leadership and in public sector healthcare, mental health, and advocacy. She is a challenger of the status quo and is driven to change the world.
You can learn more about L2 Culture Solutions on the website, and learn more about Leanne and connect with her on LinkedIn.
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What is the difference between empathy and compassion?
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Janice Brathwaite, the CEO and founder of Workplace Transformations, as she shares her journey from a disengaged consultant to a passionate executive coach championing compassionate leadership.
We discuss why compassion involves taking proactive steps to improve situations rather than merely sharing in someone’s feelings, the role emotional intelligence plays in leadership (which is often sidelined for strategic and operational prowess), the skills leaders need to foster effective and empathetic team interactions, and the role of psychological safety in enhancing organizational health and employee well-being.
Explore the hurdles faced by new leaders when they do not get sufficient training and the role of coaching and mentoring in nurturing their growth. Janice sheds light on the communication gap between executive leaders and frontline teams, emphasizing the necessity of understanding one's audience to bridge this divide.
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To close out 2024, I reviewed answers to the question I asked all my guests this year: If you could have dinner with any historical figure who would it be and why?
This episode highlights the profound impact of these figures from the past and some of the not-so-distant past. This episode touches on themes of resilience, family connections, literary influences, and the legacies of activists who shaped society through their courage and actions.
• Guests reflect on the importance of personal role models
• Resilience can originate from familial connections
• Influential literary figures serve as sources of inspiration
• The significance of activism in shaping societal change
• Intersectionality enriches the understanding of resilience
• Lessons from historical figures inform contemporary challenges
• Engaging with personal and historical narratives deepens connections
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Have you ever wondered how resilience can transform not just individuals but entire communities and organizations?
It has been an enlightening journey as the host of Notes on Resilience. In this special episode, we look back at the lessons learned from my fabulous guests over the last two years.
Through candid conversations with experts, we have explored many angles of resilience and compassion. The stories we've shared on the podcast reveal that resilience is intrinsically linked to compassion and empathy, especially in leadership, where creating supportive environments can lead to thriving teams and leaders. Resilience isn't merely about bouncing back—it's a transformative process of growth and understanding.
We also examine the connection between trauma and healing, emphasizing the need for leaders to cultivate spaces where individuals feel truly seen and supported. Navigating change, whether personal or organizational, presents its own set of challenges and can be an opportunity for growth.
Join me as I reflect on these themes and insights and illuminate how we can all contribute to a more compassionate and resilient world.
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Join us as we uncover the profound impact of gratitude on personal growth, leveraging the small, positive shifts that can lead to a more fulfilling life in this final episode in the Life Transitions series.
We discuss the transformative power of resilience with Debbie Weiss. She shares her insights on cultivating a mindset that not only acknowledges emotions like sadness but also empowers you to take responsibility and move forward and offers strategies for creating a vibrant life by weaving in positive elements daily.
Debbie Weiss is a Canfield Certified Trainer in the Success Principles, an entrepreneur running both an insurance agency and her online store, “A Sprinkle of Hearts,” host of the “maybe I can” podcast, inspirational speaker, family caregiver, and mother. She is an expert in chasing your own dreams in spite of your circumstances. She is the best-selling author of the memoir “On second thought,...maybe I can" as well as a co-author in the Amazon best seller collaborative book “Heart Whispers”. Debbie's soon-to-be-published book, “The Sprinkle Effect: A Guide to Living a More Colorful and Fulfilling Life,” adds another vibrant chapter to her literary journey.
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Grief is an emotional journey that is often misunderstood, and it's not just about losing a loved one.
On this episode of our life transitions series, grief coach Kate Nudds unpacks the layers of grief that stem from various life changes, such as divorce or financial loss. Have you ever felt pressured to "move on" too quickly after a significant life change? Kate talks about the societal expectations that complicate our natural grieving process, how cultural influences shape our perception and management of grief, the importance of community support, and challenge the idea that grief should be a fast-tracked process.
This episode sheds light on how grief affects individuals and those around them. We also explore the necessity of creating spaces for open and honest conversations about grief and discuss how unresolved grief can surface in unexpected ways. The episode broadens the scope of grief beyond bereavement, recognizing that loss also includes experiences like losing a pet or enduring a significant life transition.
Kate Nudds is a grief coach. She helps clients move from grief to growth by using their grief as a catalyst for change. Her passion for grief coaching stems from her own experiences with loss. She understands firsthand the overwhelming impact that grief can have on every aspect of life, from emotional well-being to physical health and relationships. It can feel very isolating, as if you'll never find joy or happiness again. f.
You can reach Kate on her website, Instagram, or via email at: kate@grievethenachieve.co.uk
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What happens when life throws you a curveball, and resilience feels like an elusive dream?
Join us for this next episode in the Life Transitions series to talk with Dr. Ebony Stone, a resilient voice in the world of coaching and personal growth, to explore how communities can uplift us during life's transitions. Her approach to resilience, emphasizing lessons learned and positive impacts, challenges us to redefine strength beyond the traditional narrative of merely pushing forward.
We discuss the power of pausing and pivoting. Resilience is not just a relentless forward march but sometimes a gentle step back to process and make mindful choices. These intentional pauses remind us to savor every day and find clarity amid chaos, and give us a fresh perspective on navigating life's inevitable twists and turns.
Dr. Ebony Stone wears many hats: corporate executive, entrepreneur, practitioner scholar, leader, mentor, author, speaker, and coach. She has led diverse teams across various levels of corporate structures, from entrepreneurial startups to large organizations. This extensive experience has fueled her passion for development, particularly in coaching women to become their best selves.
She is the author of The Power of the Pause: When a Female Executive Can No Longer Hide Behind High Functioning Anxiety and Depression, which delves into her personal struggles with anxiety and depression, offering a candid and empowering narrative that encourages women to embrace their vulnerabilities. By sharing her story, she aims to inspire others to own their narratives and find strength in their unique experiences.
Dr. Stone's authenticity, transparency, and candidness set her apart in her niche. As a high-achieving black woman, she understands the pressure to hide imperfections. However, she now recognizes that these so-called imperfections are what make us unique and drive our passions. Dr. Stone's message is clear: the effort to live up to unrealistic expectations can hinder us from realizing our true potential. Instead, she encourages embracing our journeys' beauty and greatness, which lies in our authenticity.
You can reach her on her website, on Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn or email her at info@drebonystone.com. You can purchase her book on Amazon.
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Have you ever wondered how you can redefine resilience in your life?
Join us for the first episode in our new series: Life Transitions: Building Resilience in Change. We talk with Glenn Cohen, a master neurological life coach, to shatter the common misconception of resilience as just an emotion. Instead, he reveals that resilience as a fundamental human right, accessible to everyone. He explains how early life experiences shape our resilience and how confronting discomfort can transform self-beliefs.
Resilience isn't a one-dimensional concept; it's a complex tapestry woven from our choices and experiences. By understanding these forces, we learn how the prefrontal cortex plays a crucial role in decision-making during adversity. This journey through resilience highlights the importance of choice and self-discovery, leading us toward healing, purpose, and growth.
Transitioning in life requires a balance between introspection and action. We unravel the challenges faced by those who may not naturally lean into introspection and discuss strategies to embrace mindfulness and break habitual cycles.
Glenn S. Cohen is a Master Neurological Life Coach and the founder of the Center for Neurological Intelligence. Clients celebrate him as “a guardian angel for empowering relationships!” Glenn guides thousands of couples and individuals to heal unresolved neurological wounding and establish deep meaningful connections. He passionately shares his knowledge and modality of neurological intelligence with the world. He lives and practices in South Carolina, and you may find him at www.centerforni.com, on LinkedIn, or on Instagram.
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Ever wonder how to maintain genuine human connections in our digital age?
Join us as we unpack this with Scott Grates, a versatile author, podcaster, entrepreneur, and coach, who brings a wealth of knowledge on nurturing trust and personal connections in business and life. Together, we explore the timeless value of H2H (human-to-human) interactions and discuss the powerful role of authentic personal relationships that businesses fundamentally thrive on.
We also talk about intentional relationship-building and how technology should complement, not replace, these personal interactions, even as digital communication becomes increasingly prevalent. Scott shares strategies for consistently showing up for the right people at the right times, underscoring the impact of small gestures like handwritten notes.
Balancing work and personal life in a tech-driven world is no small feat. We address the evolution of professional relationships, the psychological impacts of virtual versus in-person interactions, and strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance. From setting boundaries through "isolation blocks" for focused work to empowering resilient leadership amid digital distractions, Scott offers actionable insights for fostering well-being and empowering teams to thrive.
Tune in to gain a fresh perspective on preserving the human touch in an era defined by digital connectivity.
Scott Grates is a USA Today national best-selling author, podcast host, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and sought-after consultant for small business owners. As the leader of multiple thriving businesses that started from zero—and now generate millions of dollars annually, Scott understands the challenges faced by small business owners in their relentless pursuit of success against corporate behemoths. Scott is on a mission to arm entrepreneurs with the transformative power of relationship optimization in their communities. Scott teaches the Infinite Referral Advantage system in his most recent book, Referrals Done Right. As a father of three children, Scott also has a lifelong passion for bringing real-world knowledge to students prior to graduation so they are better prepared for their careers after the classroom.
You can learn more about Scott on his website or on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook. You can listen to his podcast: Referrals Done Right.
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Can technology truly unite us, or does it just add to the noise in our tech-heavy lives?
Listen in to the next episode in our technology and well-being series as I talk with Chris Lucas, co-founder and CEO of Ompractice. He joined us for an enlightening discussion about technology, mindfulness, and the all-important human connection. He draws from his unique journey in public health and yoga instruction to reveal how digital tools can enrich rather than undermine our relationships.
We unravel the complexities of building digital health initiatives with integrity, guided by his commitment to transparency and inclusivity and emphasizing a balance between compassion and financial sustainability. Chris’s insights highlight the importance of engaging with people's diverse experiences and striving for genuine inclusivity without seeking praise for simply doing what’s right. Chris gives us hope--that meaningful connections and compassionate leadership can transform lives.
Chris Lucas is a co-founder and CEO of Ompractice. Prior to his long tenure as the first Digital Director for a wellbeing brand, he was a public health policy staffer for the Alzheimer's Association and the American Cancer Society. A certified yoga teacher since 2010, Chris taught yoga at White House events for six years during the Obama Administration. He's been retained as a digital consultant and in-house technologist to numerous professional athletes, sports teams, consumer and fitness brands. He lives in Northampton, Mass. with his wife, daughter, and dog.
You can learn more about Ompractice on its website, learn more about Chris on his website or reach him on LinkedIn.
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How is technology reshaping our well-being?
In the next episode of our technology and well-being series, Ameeta Soni a leader in digital health, enlightens us about the transformative role of digital tools in healthcare, especially in the mental health landscape and remote work environments. We explore how platforms like Microsoft Teams and AI note-takers are enhancing productivity and balancing work-life demands while underscoring the need for mindful engagement with technology.
She discusses the necessity of inclusivity in digital health initiatives, ensuring they serve everyone, regardless of their abilities or digital know-how, and talks about the breadth of digital health tools available today, from apps that assist with diet and medication management to those aiding in the management of chronic illnesses such as cancer. She highlights the importance of these technologies being accessible and the critical need for transparency and voluntary participation to safeguard privacy, particularly when discussing mental health.
Ameeta Soni drives growth for technology and digital health companies as a chief marketing officer, growth advisor, investor and board director. Ameeta has facilitated funding, M&A, and IPOs and successfully developed new products and markets, generating billions of dollars. She is a member of the supervisory board of publicly held Esker, a global leader in AI-driven process automation solutions. She also serves on the Maroon Venture Partners Fund's investment committee and holds board roles with portfolio companies, including Ompractice, a digital wellbeing platform. In her consultancy, Ameeta works with publicly traded and PE/VC-backed companies, enabling successful funding and exits and often serving as an interim C-Suite executive.
You can learn more about Ameeta on her LinkedIn profile or her website: Altek Consulting.
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What are the secrets to regaining control over your attention?
In the next episode of our technology and well-being series, Gloria Mark shares the alarming decline of our focus span, which has plummeted from two and a half minutes in 2004 to a mere 47 seconds today. Together, we explore how digital devices, social media, and algorithms are vying for our attention and highlight the importance of consciously engaging in activities that nurture longer attention spans.
Learn how social dynamics and personal traits affect our focus and discover strategies for reclaiming your mental clarity amid the technological noise. Whether it's through turning off notifications or practicing meta-awareness, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you navigate the digital world and build a more focused, resilient you.
Gloria Mark is Chancellor’s Professor Emerita at the University of California, Irvine, and has spent ten years as a visiting senior researcher at Microsoft Research. For over two decades, she has researched the impact of digital media on people's lives, studying how using our devices affects our multitasking, distractions, mood, and behavior. She has also been a Fulbright scholar and has received the prestigious NSF Career grant. Her work has been widely recognized outside of academia: she has appeared on The Ezra Klein show, NPR’s Hidden Brain, Sanjay Gupta’s CNN Chasing Life, CBS Sunday Morning, Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert, among many others. Her work has been featured in the popular media, e.g. New York Times, Wall Street Journal, NPR, The Atlantic, BBC, and others. Her recent book is Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity, was named by The Globe and Mail as the #1 Best Business and Management book of 2023, and chosen as the Season 20 selection of the Next Big Idea Book Club.
You can reach Gloria on her website www.gloriamark.com. You can find her book on her website or at your favorite bookstore, and read her weekly Substack: Future of Attention.
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What if technology could enhance not just productivity, but also deepen our human connections?
Join me and Dr. Jereme Wilroy, an associate professor at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, in the next episode in our technology and well-being series as we unravel the intricate dance between technological advancement and well-being.
Jereme discusses how assistive technologies can transform lives and emphasizes the importance of personal interactions in our increasingly digital world. Our conversation also examines the challenges we faced maintaining connections during the pandemic, a time when digital communication became both a lifeline and a barrier.
Ever wondered how technology can bridge generational gaps and foster inclusivity? We talk about tailoring communication preferences and using tools like video conferencing, email, and messaging platforms to enhance productivity and accessibility across different age groups; and the necessity of assessing digital literacy and accessibility needs to ensure technology serves to unify rather than divide.
Setting boundaries in our technology-driven lives is crucial for maintaining our well-being. Jereme helps us understand the balance between leveraging technology for productivity and preserving our mental health. Tune in for insightful discussions that promise to enrich your perspective on technology's role in human connection and productivity.
Dr. Jereme Wilroy is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. His research focuses on the design and testing of exercise trials in populations of disability. He is the Co-director of the UAB Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems, overseeing a study looking at changes in gut microbiome during first year of spinal cord injury; and Director of Research at Lakeshore Foundation, a non-profit aimed to empower individuals with disability to live an active lifestyle. Lakeshore is a state-of-the-art, universally designed fitness and recreation center and a U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Training site. Dr. Wilroy is also founding program director for the UAB Disability Health Studies Graduate Certificate and the behavior health expert for the National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability.
You can learn more about the Jereme at the Continuum Lab or reach him via email at jdwilroy@uab.edu.
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Ever wondered how technology can both enhance and hinder your well-being?
In the next episode in our technology and well-being episode, we chat with Eric Porres, the head of smart habits at Logitech. Eric shares fascinating insights into how technology can support healthy habits through personalized digital nudges, while emphasizing the significance of maintaining genuine human interactions. We'll explore productivity as a byproduct of well-being, offering practical tips like the 20-20-20 rule for eye health, and discuss the delicate balance of tailoring tech tools to meet unique individual needs without becoming a source of distraction.
Tune in for an episode filled with profound discussions on how technology can be a liberating force for all.
Eric Porres is the founder and CEO of MeetingScience, a cloud-based application that helps organizations identify the true cost, value, and impact of meetings and how to improve them (acquired by Logitech), and an award winning CMO, who is passionate about #AI #advertising #lifespan #healthspan #wellness and #longevity. He is responsible for the SmartHabits initiative at Logitech.
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What if you had access to a lifeline that could help you navigate the mental health challenges brought on by natural or human-caused disasters?
In the first episode in our series on technology and well-being, Christian Burgess, director of the Disaster Distress Helpline, explains how this 24/7 national crisis hotline, supported by Vibrant Emotional Health and funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), is an essential part of the broader 988 Suicide and Crisis network.
Discover how the helpline provides emotional support, coping strategies, and resource referrals to individuals facing traumatic events, all while maintaining a personal connection through the principles of psychological first aid (PFA).
Christian also discusses the uniquely ongoing nature of disaster recovery, emphasizing the helpline's role in offering support long after the initial crisis has passed, and underscores the enduring impact of disasters and the necessity for continuous mental health resources. Christian brings his expertise and personal connection to the LGBTQ+ community into the conversation, adding a layer of depth to understanding the diverse needs of disaster survivors.
Tune in to learn how technology and human empathy come together to support individuals in their journey toward recovery.
Based in Gresham, Oregon, Christian Burgess, LMSW, is Director of the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH), a program of the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration administered by the not-for-profit Vibrant Emotional Health. Christian joined Vibrant in 2010 and became Director of the DDH in 2012, helping to launch the program. The DDH is the only crisis hotline national in scope and dedicated to providing 24/7/365 emotional support for survivors and responders of natural or human-caused disasters. In 2021, Christian led the launch of two new DDH services, an online peer support program connecting survivors and responders in offering/receiving mutual aid and support during recovery, and a dedicated DDH Videophone option which connects Deaf/Hard of Hearing American Sign Language users experiencing disaster distress directly with DDH counselors fluent in ASL. Christian also worked for over 10 years in youth violence prevention and trauma intervention in New York City, including as Director of School Programs at Safe Horizon, one of the nation's largest service providers for victims of crime and abuse.
Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990
Learn more about the helpline on the SAMHSA website or email them at ddh@vibrant.org, or find the helpline on Twitter or Facebook.
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What if our current approach to mental health care is fundamentally flawed?
Listen in on the final episode in our four-part series for suicide prevention awareness month. I sit down with Hudson Harris, a visionary in behavioral health and suicide prevention, to dissect the urgent need for dedicated champions in mental health advocacy. Hudson shares why it's critical to transition from crisis response to a well-being-focused system, the societal and personal costs of suicide, which he describes as incalculable, and the importance of designing robust mental health systems.
We tackle the harsh reality that jails and hospitals have become the default mental health care providers in the United States. Alarming statistics underscore the necessity for systemic change as incarceration rates surpass those receiving necessary psychiatric care. Through our discussion, you'll gain insights into the prolonged impact of suicide on survivors and their families, the dire need for social support networks, and the challenges that come with postvention suicide support.
Learn about how we can better support individuals in crisis and the systemic shortcomings that need addressing, including the critical need for long-term investment in mental health care.
- Call or text 988, a 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress.
Hudson Harris is passionate about solving complex social issues. As a strategic systems builder, he has deep expertise in designing behavioral health continuums of care, community support services, diversion programs, and suicide prevention efforts. At Deloitte, Hudson’s work includes redesigning behavioral health systems of care at the state/local level, developing sustainable homeless strategies, and innovating new approaches to treatment and funding for behavioral health. Prior to Deloitte, he worked for San Diego County as a Population Health Strategist in behavioral health. He is a California attorney, holds an MBA in Marketing and an MA in International Business. He is the Chair of the board for the American Association of Suicidology and serves on the Board for Six Feet Over.
You can learn more about Harris on Instagram and you can email him at: hudson@pandon.com.
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We are each irreplaceable.
Join us for the third episode in our four-part series for suicide prevention awareness month, for a conversation with Dr. Liz Clark, Director of the Defense Suicide Prevention Office. We discuss the topic of suicide prevention from an ecosystem perspective.
Dr. Clark discusses the essential role of belongingness and connectedness, especially in our post-pandemic hybrid work environment, the severe health consequences of social isolation, and the importance of human connection. We also tackle the stigma surrounding mental health and suicide, advocating for direct communication and empathy. We explore a comprehensive approach to suicide prevention, emphasizing the importance of national policies, effective crisis response systems, and community-based support programs.
Resources
- Call or text 988, a 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress.
- FindSupport.gov
Dr. Liz Clark serves as the Director of the Defense Suicide Prevention Office (DSPO) in the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Readiness. She is responsible for policy, oversight, and advocacy of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) suicide prevention programs, which include non-clinical suicide prevention, intervention, and postvention efforts including policy, program development and evaluation, data surveillance, research, and outreach and engagement in support of more than 2M service members and over 2.5M military family members worldwide.
Prior to her current assignment, Dr. Clark was the Deputy Director of DSPO. Dr. Clark also previously served as the Deputy Executive Director for the PREVENTS Task Force, and charged with developing the first federally coordinated national public health strategy and roadmap to address Veteran suicide. From 2015 to 2020, Dr. Clark served as the Director and Assistant Director of the DSPO Policy and Plans Directorate. Dr. Clark brings an array of suicide prevention experience to the Department through her previous work as a volunteer hotline crisis worker answering the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, as well as established and co-led a suicide bereavement support group in the Washington Metropolitan area.
Dr. Clark served as an Army Officer for over nine years in the Ordnance Corps and Adjutant General Corps and had a variety of assignments at the installation level, Army Staff, and National Guard Bureau.
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What if understanding trauma could save lives?
Join us for the second in our four-part series for suicide prevention awareness month, for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Anita Everett, director of the Center for Mental Health Services at SAMHSA.
She sheds light on the profound connection between trauma and suicide risk. We explore the impact of trauma and discuss the vital strategies for offering support to those affected. You will learn about creating safe spaces for open dialogue, the significance of validating experiences without judgment, and the importance of upstream approaches to addressing suicide prevention at its roots.
Dr. Everett also shares valuable insights into how community engagement can act as protective factors against suicide, recognizing changes in language as potential distress signals, and the importance of postvention to support those grieving after a suicide.
Resources
- Call or text 988, a 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress.
- FindSupport.gov
- Suicide Prevention Resource Center
Dr. Everett is the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services within the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). Serving in this role since 2018, she provides executive leadership for federal efforts to improve the nation’s mental health service systems.
Prior to SAMHSA, Dr. Everett served as the Section Chief of The Johns Hopkins Bayview Community and General Psychiatry in Baltimore, Maryland. She was on the faculty of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and the Bloomberg School of Public Health. Earlier in her career, Dr. Everett also served as the Senior Medical Advisor to SAMHSA. From 1999 to 2003, she served as the Inspector General to the Office of the Governor in the Department of Mental Health in Virginia.
Dr. Everett is a past president of the American Psychiatric Association, Maryland Psychiatric Society and the American Association of Community Psychiatry. She has served on the National Institute on Drug Abuse National Advisory Council, is currently an ex-officio member of the National Institute of Mental Health National Advisory Council and is active in several professional organizations. She has been engaged in a number of international projects, including with the Global Leadership Exchange, and has provided consultation to the Ministries of Health, Department of Mental Health in Iraq and Afghanistan on the implementation of mental health services in these countries.
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"Stigma is just another word for discrimination...We are making it hard to talk about."
Imagine being able to change the way we talk about and approach mental health crises.
In the first episode of our four-part series for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, I speak with Kate Hardy, the founder and executive director of Six Feet Over, to examine the societal impact of suicide and the power of empathetic language in prevention and postvention.
We discuss the complex interplay between social determinants of health and suicide prevention, and how systemic inequities, exacerbated by events like the pandemic, amplify mental health struggles among vulnerable populations. We also explore how to normalize the conversation and the necessity for direct and respectful communication Our conversation centers on the urgent need for community-driven support, equitable funding, and policy changes to ensure comprehensive care.
The conversation then turns to the importance of building a life worth living and the critical role of support networks. This episode is not just about understanding suicide prevention—it's about fostering resilience, compassion, and trauma-sensitive leadership.
Resources
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Kate Hardy is the founder and Executive Director of Six Feet Over, a Michigan based suicide prevention and postvention nonprofit. Kate is the survivor of nine losses by suicide, beginning with the loss of her mother in 2003. She has been recognized as the 2017 American Association of Suicidology Loss Survivor of the Year, a former member of the 988 (formerly NSPL) Individual and Family Lived Experience Committee, the Lifeline Chat Work-group, an advisor on the Michigan Suicide Prevention Plan Workgroup, and a member of the International Messaging Advisory Group. She is currently an advisory committee member of Texas Suicide Prevention Collaborative and the Kansas Suicide Prevention Coalition, a board member of With One Voice, as well as several advisory workgroups, boards, committies and a national speaker. She lives just outside of Detroit with her husband of 20 years and their teenage son.
Learn more about Six Feet Over on their website, or email info@sixftover.org. On Facebook, check out Six Feet Over or Suck It Suicide. Or on Twitter or Instagram.
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What is necessary for healing trauma?
In the final episode in our three-part series, recorded as a live webinar in May for Mental Health Awareness month, we explore the limitations of academic and medical jargon in discussing trauma, advocate for culturally competent communication that makes trauma-informed care accessible to all, emphasize the need for policies that resonate with those impacted by trauma, and highlight the significance of grassroots advocacy in driving systemic change.
Our guests share inspiring stories and evidence-based solutions, highlighting the power of cross-sector coalitions and Indigenous practices in fostering resilience and well-being.
Join us for a hopeful conversation about the potential for widespread adoption of trauma-informed methodologies, to build a more humane and effective support system for individuals and communities alike.
Panelists:
Martin Simms. Founder and Director of Performance Enhancement at The DOPE Coach Academy
Ingrid Cockhren, CEO Cockhren Consulting
Connie Iannetta, Founder, FosterStrong
Jesse Kohler, Executive Director on loan for the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP)
Resources:
- Economic Burden of Health Conditions Associated With Adverse Childhood Experiences Among US Adults, JAMA Network
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"We say that we want healing, but when it comes down to how that healing is going to be manifested, we are not willing to do those things."
In the second of a three-part series, recorded as a live webinar in May for Mental Health Awareness month, we explore the pervasive impact of oppression and victimization on various groups, and workplace trauma and recognizing power differentials within professional environments.
You will also learn about the importance of trauma-sensitive leadership, how effective communication can foster resilience and engagement, and the need to build systems that empower post-traumatic growth, rather than perpetuate cycles of victimhood.
Don't miss this comprehensive exploration of trauma and the collective effort needed to build a healthier, more connected society.
Panelists:
Martin Simms. Founder and Director of Performance Enhancement at The DOPE Coach Academy
Ingrid Cockhren, CEO Cockhren Consulting
Connie Iannetta, Founder, FosterStrong
Jesse Kohler, Executive Director on loan for the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP)
Resources:
- Economic Burden of Health Conditions Associated With Adverse Childhood Experiences Among US Adults, JAMA Network
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Discover the hidden costs of trauma and why addressing them is not just a moral imperative but an economic necessity.
In the first of a three-part series, recorded as a live webinar in May for Mental Health Awareness month, we uncover the prevalence of trauma and its far-reaching costs—not just financial, but impacting our communities on a deep level and offering an example of what is possible when we prioritize healing and resilience.
We start by discussing the $14.1 trillion annual economic burden of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and then move on to talking about the systemic barriers that perpetuate trauma, particularly in marginalized communities. Hear how historical and intergenerational trauma affect mental health, education, and the juvenile justice system, and why implicit biases and discriminatory policies still haunt people of color and women.
Don't miss this insightful episode that underscores the urgent need for systemic change and the power of resilience in overcoming trauma.
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Martin Simms. Founder and Director of Performance Enhancement at The DOPE Coach Academy
Ingrid Cockhren, CEO Cockhren Consulting
Connie Iannetta, Founder, FosterStrong
Jesse Kohler, Executive Director on loan for the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP)
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- Economic Burden of Health Conditions Associated With Adverse Childhood Experiences Among US Adults, JAMA Network
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How can leaders effectively manage crisis situations while maintaining empathy?
In this next episode in our Crisis Leadership series, crisis response strategist Ken Jenkins shares his insights on crisis leadership. Discover the critical importance of understanding company priorities, fostering transparent communication, and recognizing the humanity of both the crisis responders and those affected. We talk about how adaptability in crisis situations can make the difference between chaos and control
We also discuss the emotional toll on responders, strategies to balance swift decision-making with a visionary outlook, and why having a flexible plan is crucial. We explore key qualities for crisis management, such as having a servant's heart and the ability to humanize command and control.
Ken is a coach, author, and crisis response strategist who has responded to seventeen mass casualty events, including the 9/11 terrorist attacks. He has incorporated the lessons learned responding to those events into his coaching practice and daily life. You can learn more about Ken on his website Ken Jenkins LLC.
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What truly constitutes a crisis, and how should effective leaders respond?
A crisis is an event that threatens life, reputation, operations, or financial stability and can strike at any time. Understanding how to lead and maintain resilience is critical for survival and recovery.
Join us as we sit down with Eric McNulty, the Associate Director of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative at Harvard, to unpack the essentials of crisis leadership and societal resilience. You'll learn about the three core facets of resilience: the psychological strength of individuals, the robustness of our built environment, and our collective ability to adapt and evolve. Eric offers insights into why psychological preparedness and strong social networks are vital for community cohesion, the critical traits of effective crisis leadership, and the importance of strategic delegation to manage both the crisis and everyday operations. We also underscore the necessity of formal crisis planning and ensuring team members receive adequate rest and support, especially during prolonged emergencies.
Don't miss this engaging and informative episode that promises to equip you with the tools needed for effective crisis leadership.
Eric McNulty is a crisis leadership expert and Associate Director of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative at Harvard. His work centers on leading in high stakes, high pressure situations. He is the co-author of the book, You’re It: Crisis, Change, and How to Lead When it Matters Most.
You can learn more about the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative on its website. Learn more about Eric on his website or LinkedIn.
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What if a single moment could transform your entire approach to leadership?
Join us for a powerful episode featuring Martin Simms, who shares his incredible journey through some of the most challenging crises, including Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Katrina. Martin's hands-on relief efforts to deliver essential goods to flood victims illustrate the vital role of community support and resilience during emergencies. His story is a testament to the impact of empathy and proactive leadership.
We also discuss the transformative power of social media and its ability to build community support for crucial initiatives. Hear how a viral post during Hurricane Harvey propelled Martin into a leadership role, where he spearheaded efforts to feed the homeless. This experience led to the creation of sports-oriented youth mental health programs. Martin's journey highlights the importance of modeling positive behaviors and fostering therapeutic environments for those in need.
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Have you ever wondered how top leaders manage crises?
In this next episode in the crisis leadership series, discover actionable strategies from our conversation with Rick Hoaglund, the seasoned director of crisis management services for Empathia. We discuss the fundamental role of company culture in navigating emergencies, from making pivotal financial decisions to fostering a resilient mindset.
Building trust and fostering cultural preparedness are cornerstones of effective crisis management. Imagine orchestrating a high-stakes situation like a conductor leads a high school band. We break down how crisis managers, much like conductors, need to ensure synchronization and clear communication within their teams, and discuss the strategic planning and calm demeanor required to steer an organization through turbulent times.
Rick Hoaglund is the director of crisis management services at Empathia. He has more than 30 years experience and a proven track record of cost savings and increased employee safety through his facilitation of safety and compliance initiatives. Rick has responded to several emergency and mass casualty incidents. Additionally, he holds a Masters in Aviation Science/Safety and a FEMA Professional Certification.
Learn more about Empathia on their website, and contact Rick via email at: RHoaglund@empathia.com.
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What are the unique decision-making challenges leaders face during crises?
In episode two of our Crisis Leadership series, unlock the secrets of crisis leadership and communication. Norwegian crisis specialist Kjell Brataas discusses why it's crucial to prepare for the unexpected and how leaders' critical choices impact employees, customers, vendors, and the general public. He gives us insight into the importance of delivering the right message and how communication shapes the long-term experiences of survivors and victims' families.
Explore essential strategies for effective crisis communication and leadership under pressure--including the need for advance preparation and the personal qualities vital for leading in tumultuous times. Kjell emphasizes the power of genuine, unscripted communication to build trust, especially in societies with varying levels of confidence in authority.
We also draw lessons from Norway's 2011 attacks and the country’s COVID-19 response, underlining the importance of openness and timely updates. Kjell’s experience in managing spontaneous memorials, family assistance centers, support groups, and memorial services illustrates crucial elements in disaster response planning.
Kjell Brataas is a Norwegian crisis specialist and author who has worked with crisis management, crisis communication and victim support on some of the biggest crises hitting Norway. His crisis work includes the tsunami in Asia in 2004, the terrorism attacks in Oslo and on Utøya on July 22nd 2011, and COVID-19. He is a member of an expert group organized by Interpol which focused on crisis communication at large sporting events (Project Stadia) and the Humanitarian Assistance & Psychosocial Support Subgroup of the Counter Terrorism Preparedness Network (CTPN). He is also a National Expert at NATO. He now works as a Security Specialist for Group Security in DNB, Norway’s largest financial institution.
He is the author of Managing the Human Dimension of Disasters – Caring for the Bereaved, Survivors and First Responders (March 2021), and Crisis Communication – Case Studies and Lessons Learned from International Disasters (2018). You can learn more about Kjell on LinkedIn.
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How do you lead a team through a disaster when you're personally affected by the same crisis?
Join us for the first episodes in a new series: Crisis Leadership--Resilience in High Stakes Environments. To begin the series, we sit down with Jolie Wills, CEO and co-founder of Hummingly, who shares her invaluable insights drawn from her frontline experience during the Christchurch earthquakes. We discuss the triple challenge of supporting individuals, teams, and organizations under immense pressure and how understanding these layers is crucial for sustaining mission-driven efforts. Through her research and real-life lessons, Jolie reveals strategies that prevent burnout and maintain well-being and performance during prolonged crises.
We examine the nuances of pressure and leadership dynamics, recognizing stress responses within a team, and the necessity of tailored support strategies. We also look into the systemic issues that contribute to burnout and how leaders can address avoidable stressors to foster a more resilient work environment. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to build resilient, compassionate, and engaged crisis-ready teams.
Jolie is the cofounder and CEO-Americas of Hummingly, which provides tools and workshops to help people perform under pressure. She has studied how the mind works under prolonged pressure, how we make decisions, and how our reactions and behaviors are impacted by stress. She gained her knowledge in real disasters and crisis situations--she is a survivor of the Christchurch earthquakes and has lived disaster recovery first-hand with her family.
Connect with Jolie on LinkedIn. And learn more about Hummingly on LinkedIn or on their website Hummingly.co.
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How can we create supportive and mentally healthy workplaces?
In this episode in our Wellness at Work series, discover the key to fostering mental well-being in your workplace by understanding psychological safety and psychosocial hazards with Dr. I. David Daniels. Learn the difference between psychological safety and psychosocial hazards, how an environment where individuals can freely express their thoughts without fear is crucial for a thriving organization, and how the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted existing issues rather than creating new ones.
Turning our focus to mental health and employee turnover, we challenge the common practice of blaming individuals for frequent job changes. Instead, we emphasize the importance of scrutinizing and improving work environments. Understand why legacy systems need to be modified to meet contemporary objectives and how inclusive design processes involving diverse perspectives can foster resilience and growth in employees.
Join us for a comprehensive discussion on designing workplaces with human well-being at their core, ensuring healthier and more effective organizations.
Dr. I. David Daniels is an occupational health and safety professional, former public safety executive, thought leader, and Founder/CEO of ID2 Solutions, LLC, a safety-focused solutions company specializing in helping organizations plan and execute safety management systems, including focusing on psychosocial hazard mitigation strategies. He’s also the host of the Psych Health and Safety USA podcast.
You can learn more about David on his podcast Psych Health and Safety Podcast USA.
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Can workplace friendships be the key to personal fulfillment and organizational success?
In our next episode of the wellness at work series, Aaron Chasan helps us explore the impact of strong social connections on employee retention, loyalty, and resilience. We discuss how well-connected employees become more efficient and supportive and are better equipped to navigate challenges. We also talk about the role of organizations in helping employees connect, especially in hybrid or remote environments and concerns companies have during layoffs and why maintaining and rebuilding connections is crucial.
Aaron Chasan is the founder of Thred, an HR tech company that connects coworkers based on shared interests.
You can learn more about Thred on their website, and contact Aaron on LinkedIn or via email at aaron@thred.works.
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What happens when a near-death experience forces you to reassess everything you thought you knew about work and life priorities?
In our fourth episode in the series on wellness at work, Scott Friedheim shares the lessons he's learned about wellness and resilience and how a written code of conduct can be a game-changer for achieving both personal and professional goals. We discussed mental health awareness in corporate culture and the progress corporate America has made and still needs to make in promoting mental well-being. Scott also offered insights on how leaders can foster supportive environments that recognize employees as whole individuals on their unique life journeys.
Scott Freidheim is the Managing Partner of Freidheim Capital, a private family office that partners with founders of businesses in their first institutional capital monetization event to access growth equity. He serves on leadership boards across industries and has served on executive committees including Lehman Brothers, Sears Holdings, Investcorp and CDI Corp. Scott’s insights and business contributions have garnered him many board seats including in the United States, the United Kingdom, Italy and Denmark. Scott’s nonprofit contributions have included serving on the boards of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee Foundation, Institute of International Education, and Spelman College.
A sought-after voice in the conversations that shape global economics, Scott has participated in many panels at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, New Champions Meeting in Dalian, China and participated in the first World Economic Forum Global Agenda Council in Dubai, UAE as an inaugural member.
You can learn more about Scott and his book, Code of Conduct, on his website or via email at info@scottfreidheim.com.
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Ever wonder how addiction impacts the workplace and what companies are doing to address it?
In the fourth episode of our series on wellness at work, Benjamin Dobbs, the founder of True Addiction and Behavioral Health, discusses how addiction often goes unnoticed until significant behavioral changes occur, and the proactive measures companies are taking, such as increased mental health days, wellness check-ins, and educational programs.
We talk about the significance of Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) in providing essential support, and the necessity of combating stigma and being proactive in offering assistance to employees struggling with addiction. We discuss the essential role of mental health care, effective coping mechanisms, and community connection in mitigating workplace stress that can lead to addiction. And we also examine the prevalence of socially accepted addictions like alcoholism and the importance of maintaining a balanced work-life dynamic to build resilience and well-being.
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Benjamin Dobbs moved from hopeless and homeless to restored and transformed. He is the founder of True Addiction and Behavioral Health to help the next struggling person with addiction and mental health struggles he once lived with and overcame. He had a passion and mission to go and serve the same people who lived the lifestyle he once lived in hopes of knowing lives could be saved, families could be restored, and communities could be changed.
You can call True Addiction at 615-338-6235.
You can learn more about Ben on the True Addition and Behavioral Health website, on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram or by emailing him at ben@trueaddictionbh.org.
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Can emotional resilience revolutionize leadership and the workplace?
In the third episode of our series on wellness at work, Kamini Wood discusses the profound impact of emotional intelligence on organizational success--how recognizing and managing emotions can transform leadership and the importance of staying regulated as a leader to create a supportive and productive environment for everyone.
We also talk about the common misconceptions surrounding emotional resilience, address the fear that these practices reduce productivity, and focus on the long-term benefits of fostering mindfulness and emotional awareness at work. We also talk about the critical role community and recognition play in employee well-being and Dan Siegel's four S's—safe, seen, soothed, secure—and how these principles of attachment can be seamlessly integrated into workplace culture.
Whether you're a leader looking to enhance your team's resilience or simply curious about the intersection of emotional intelligence and workplace success, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips.
Kamini Wood is CEO and Founder of Live Joy Your Way and AuthenticMe Life Coaching. She empowers high-performing adults and young adults struggling with self-doubt and the need for external validation. Her mission is to help others recognize their true value and stop outsourcing their self-worth.
You can learn more about Kamini on her website, Facebook, and Instagram.
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We often overlook the signs of burnout. Discover a roadmap to maintaining balance in our professional lives, which is essential for a thriving work environment.
In the second episode in our series on wellness at work, Kyla Cofer helps us unravel the nuanced stages of burnout that can undermine productivity and morale. We discussed the instrumental role leaders play in recognizing and actively responding to the early warning signs of employee stress and how leaders can cultivate a supportive atmosphere where individuals feel seen and valued, ultimately enhancing company performance and job satisfaction. We build a case for the importance of understanding and adaptive leadership and the transformative potential of supportive workplace communities.
Kyla Cofer is a leadership coach, speaker, and podcast host. Her work focuses on burnout, embracing failure, and podcasting. She's the creator of the Leadership School Podcast and Podcaster School. She helps leaders heal from burnout, embrace failure, and step into being the great leader they were born to be.
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Imagine stepping into an office that hums with the vibrancy of a well-tuned symphony, each note representing the mental wellness of its employees. That's a reality that can be achieved through fostering inclusivity and encouraging curiosity.
In this episode, the first in our new series on Wellness at work: Nurturing Resilience, we talk with Amie Barsky about how the workplace can be a sanctuary for mental wellness, but it requires the nurturing hands of empathetic leadership to cultivate this environment. We discussed organizational culture, the unspoken language of non-verbal cues, and the necessity for leaders to lead by example in mental health matters. We also talked about how the recognition of trauma's impact on our nervous systems can lead us towards a healthier, more conscious way of living—both in our personal lives and within the corporate world.
Amie Barsky is a Trauma-informed Nervous System coach and Breathwork facilitator, supporting women in redefining what leading a full life can feel like, away from anxiety, overwhelm, and people-pleasing ways our culture has taught us. One that is actually sustainable without sacrificing their mental, physical and emotional health. This is done by resetting the nervous system to trust that it’s safe to slow down and safe to experience more joy and ease among all the “LIFING” that’s happening. Amie guides groups, individuals, and organizations on how to move through overwhelm, negative thoughts, anxiety, low self-esteem, and past trauma so they can feel confident, energized and committed to living from a place of joy & worthiness.
You can learn more about Amie and her work on her website or Instagram, and you can email her: amiebarsky@gmail.com.
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Have you ever marveled at the resilience of those who tirelessly advocate for others, even amidst their own personal adversities?
In this final episode in our series, Advocating for Resilience, Maryann McEvoy offers an unfiltered glimpse into promoting change while navigating the complexities of government systems. We discussed her own personal trauma, the profound impacts of empathy-driven leadership, the challenges of confronting legal and corporate giants in the fight for human rights, and how our own experiences can inform and revolutionize the way we lead and engage with our teams during difficult times.
We also talk about the building blocks of trauma-informed communities, including the innovative initiatives in Pennsylvania that are a model for fostering healing and resilience from the grassroots level.
The episode is a masterclass on how a single voice, driven by authentic purpose and conviction, can lead to change. And it offers a wealth of insights for anyone looking to cultivate a culture of compassion and resilience within their own lives and organizations.
Maryann McEvoy is the Executive Director at the Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of Advocacy and Reform , and elected member of the Executive Steering Council of HEAL PA, a coalition of close to 300 trauma experts within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania working to implement the Trauma Informed PA Plan.
You can connect with Maryann on LinkedIn or on the websit of Heal PA.
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When your world crumbles, how do you find the strength to rebuild?
In this new episode in our series, Advocating for Resilience, Reggie Reed shares a narrative of personal loss and the effort to transform grief into advocacy. He tells us about how he confronted the murder of his mother and the indictment of his father to become a beacon for others wrestling with feeling voiceless.
We discuss the insights into the resilience and leadership that can be born from the depths of despair, the power of sharing one's story, charting a path forward when the script is unwritten, and the catharsis of seeing your deepest struggles resonate with others. Reggie pays homage to Nelson Mandela's ideals, and his own journey mirrors such perseverance.
Reggie Reed is an author and an accomplished professional in the pharmaceutical industry. He holds a Master’s Degree in business and global marketing. In his first book, The Day My Mother Never Came Home, Reed recalls the events surrounding the unsolved murder of his mother and the subsequent indictment and trial of his father 32 years later.
Learn more about Reggie on his website or Facebook, or email him rlreedbooks@gmail.com
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What is the role of community and advocacy in the journey toward healing?
In the fourth episode of the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Sarri Singer, a terrorism survivor and founder of Strength to Strength. Her own experience—feeling isolated upon returning from her attack while abroad—was the catalyst for her commitment to change, and her story shines a light for those looking for hope in dark times.
We talked about the unique psychological landscape of terrorism-induced trauma and how organizations like Strength to Strength provide critical peer support, offering a sanctuary for those grappling with the aftermath of such unspeakable events. We also discussed the disparities in victim support among different nations and the uphill battle for policy reform. The heart of our conversation: the power of shared stories and a common narrative of survival and strength.
Sarri Singer is the Founder and Director of Strength to Strength, focusing on bringing together victims of terrorism together from around the world and assisting with long term psychological needs. Sarri has addressed audiences throughout the United States, Canada, South America, Europe, and Israel and continues to share her unique insight into the ongoing struggle for victims of terror in Israel and around the world.
On June 11, 2003, Sarri was on Bus 14 in Jerusalem when an 18-year-old Palestinian terrorist dressed as a religious Jew boarded and blew himself up. 17 people were killed, including all those seated and standing around her, and over 100 people were injured. Sarri was hospitalized for two weeks and then returned to New Jersey to be with family. Her story became high profile. She appeared on television stations such as CBS, FoxNews, CNN and radio interviews and has spoken before members of Congress in Washington, D.C. and politicians in New York and New Jersey.
You can learn more about Strength to Strength and contact Sarri on the website, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Have you ever considered the true essence of being an advocate or the resilience required to champion change?
In the third episode in the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with social worker and advocate Whitney Marris about the vital role of advocacy in fostering mental wellness and community strength. Together, we take a close look at the challenges advocates face and the triumphs that come with amplifying voices for societal betterment. Whitney shares insights about the power of advocacy beyond policy and the importance of self-care to sustain our commitment to meaningful change.
We also examine the concept of trauma-informed change, the roles various individuals play in advocacy, from storytellers to strategists, and the collective effort it takes to heal and build resilience. We also discuss the importance of setting boundaries and creating support systems among fellow advocates, acknowledging that the full impact of our efforts may not be immediately visible but trusting in the long-term change our work contributes to. Tune in for a profound exploration of resilience, advocacy, and the communal journey towards healing.
Whitney Marris, LCSW is committed to fostering resiliency and holistic well-being for individuals, organizations, communities, and systems to various roles. They are the Director of Trauma-Informed Practice and System Transformation with the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice (CTIPP) and a trauma therapist in private practice in the DC Metro Area. They are also an adjunct instructor at the University at Buffalo School of Social Work, and a consultant trainer and coach guiding organizations and systems of care seeking to implement trauma-informed, healing-centered change. When not engaged in change work, you will find Whitney throwing pottery, getting lost in a book, or spending time in nature with partner, Alex, and Schnoodle, Jennifer.
You can learn more about CTIPP at their website, on X, YouTube, and LinkedIn, and you can email Whitney at whitney@ctipp.org.
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Sometimes, a single voice can ignite a movement.
In the second in the series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Bobby Temps, whose petition for mental health education changed the landscape for England and Wales.
Join us as we discuss the intersection of personal passion and advocacy, revealing how individual experiences can lead to transformative policies and a society more in tune with mental well-being. Bobby and I unpack the emotional cost of advocacy and the critical nature of self-care and community support to sustain our efforts. If you've ever felt the burnout of fighting for a cause close to your heart, this episode will resonate deeply, offering insights on balancing drive with rest and realism.
Join us for a heartfelt exploration of the tenacity required to push for systemic change and the intricate dance of resilience, compassion, and trauma-sensitive leadership.
Bobby Temps is a mental health advocate, podcaster, model, and producer. Learn more about Bobby on his website, and by listening to one of his two podcasts:
- Mental In which Bobby and guests break down mental health stigma and discrimination.
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In the first of our new series, Advocating for Resilience: Empowering Mental Wellness, we talk with Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley to explore the transformative power of advocacy and uncover the roots of resilience that have shaped her remarkable journey. Ayanna's narrative is a testament to the strength that emerges when one feels truly seen. Our conversation explores the joy that can be found in policy-making and life itself, as we dissect the critical role of mental wellness advocacy and Ayanna's dedication to amplifying the voices of those closest to the pain.
Navigating the intricate landscape of trauma and mental health is no simple task, yet it's one that requires our immediate attention and action. We discuss the importance of trauma-informed environments, the unwavering support children need, and the responsibilities of public service.
There is immense potential for our communities to thrive through compassion and active engagement. This episode is an invitation and inspiration for those ready to contribute to this essential mission and make a meaningful difference.
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) is an activist, a legislator, a survivor, and the first woman of color to be elected to Congress from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Throughout her career, Congresswoman Pressley has fought to ensure that those closest to the pain are closest to the power - driving and informing policymaking.
As Congresswoman for Massachusetts' 7th Congressional District, she has been a champion for justice and healing: reproductive justice, justice for immigrants, consumer justice, justice for seniors, justice for workers, justice for survivors of sexual violence, justice for formerly and currently incarcerated individuals, and healing for those who have experienced trauma. She has also turned her experience living with alopecia into action, becoming a leading voice fighting to raise awareness and support for the alopecia community across the nation.
Congresswoman Pressley currently serves on the House Committee on Financial Services and the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. Prior to being elected to Congress, she served on the Boston City Council for eight years and was the first woman of color elected to the council in its 100-year history.
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Discover the transformative power of resilience as we take you into the depths of personal growth and unearth the tools and strategies essential for navigating life's hurdles with grace and tenacity. Shalini Bahl, researcher, mindfulness-based stress reduction coach, and speaker, shares insights on the significance of rest and reflection in building a resilient spirit.
Mindfulness is a beacon in this conversation, guiding us through the murky waters of our own biases and judgments. With the help of specific skills, we can interrupt our automatic responses to stimuli and foster a new way of engaging with the world that's infused with awareness and empathy. From the simple yet profound mantra of "return, listen, begin," Shalini lays out a blueprint for maintaining mindfulness amid chaos, a challening and rewarding practice. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone eager to bolster their resilience and mindfulness skills—in life and within their organizations.
Shalini Bahl, Ph.D., is an award-winning researcher, a Certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction and Search Inside Yourself consultant and teacher, and Town Councilor. Based on 15 years of research and professional training in mindfulness, Dr. Bahl offers evidence-based solutions to business, education, and political clients to disrupt unproductive habits, become more resilient to life’s obstacles, and live with empowered choice for personal and collective fulfillment that contributes to a better, brighter world for all.
You can learn more about Shalini on her website Know Your Mind, on LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook. And buy her book Return to Mindfulness: Disrupting Default Habits for Personal Fulfillment, Effective Leadership, and Global Impact
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How do the ripple effects of historical trauma reverberate through time and impact communities today with the same intensity as they did generations ago? We sit down with Ingrid Cockhren to discuss how the pain of the past shapes our present and impedes our collective future, including policy making and scientific racism, and we highlight the importance of equity-focused solutions to drive systemic change.
Welcome to episode six in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of historical trauma. This isn't a history lesson; it's a look at the enduring societal wounds, the financial toll, and the barriers to healing that communities of color face every day.
We discuss the layers of systemic discrimination, particularly on indigenous and African-American populations, and the challenges these communities withstand--including economic, mental, and physical health disparities--and how these have been mistaken for cultural issues. Join us for this critical exploration into our past and the actions needed to write a better chapter for our future.
Also, listen to episode 62, where we talked with Ingrid about the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the education system.
Ingrid Cockhren, M.Ed is a child sexual abuse survivor and knows first-hand how impactful trauma and toxic stress can be for children and families. She has dedicated her professional life to investigating and educating the public about the link between early trauma, early adversity, Adverse Childhood experiences (ACEs) and possible negative outcomes across the lifespan. Her experience ranges from juvenile justice, family counseling, early childhood education, professional development, consulting, and community education. She is currently an adjunct professor specializing in Black psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology & personality theory at Tennessee State University and the CEO of PACEs Connection, a social network dedicated to rising awareness of adverse childhood experiences.
You can learn more about Ingrid and her work at PACEs Connection or on LinkedIn or email her at ingrid@cockhrenconsulting.com.
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When was the last time you considered the true cost of unresolved trauma in your workplace?
Welcome to episode five in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the workplace.
With Allessandria Polizzi, we peel back the layers on the toll that trauma inflicts on businesses and employees alike. From the stealthy financial drain to the lost potential of every team member, this episode is an eye-opening discussion on the imperative, yet often neglected, aspect of mental wellness in our professional lives.
Allessandria sheds light on how a work environment that's tuned into the needs of trauma-impacted individuals isn't just compassionate—it's a strategic edge in today's market. We share stories and strategies that highlight the transformative power of trauma-informed leadership and the collective benefits of a workforce that feels seen, heard, and supported. It's a conversation that champions the psychological safety of employees as the cornerstone for a thriving, resilient organization.
Dr. Allessandria Polizzi is an award-winning and globally recognized thought leader and top-rated speaker on workplace mental health, psychological health and safety, and building resilient organizations. She is the CEO of Verdant Consulting and the ISO global liaison for occupational health and safety. She also serves as an expert on psychological health and safety for professional associations, media, and the National Safety Council and recently published the Workplace Mental Health Strategy Workbook for companies to proactively address this issue.
You can learn more about Allessandria on her website Verdant Consulting, on LinkedIn and TikTok. You can find her book on Amazon: Workplace Mental Health Strategy Workbook.
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Welcome to episode four in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the education system.
With Ingrid Cockhren, the visionary CEO of PACEs Connection, we discuss the hidden costs that reach far beyond financial burdens, shedding light on the loss of human potential and the consequent threat to our global educational standing.
This conversation traverses the complex landscape of trauma, from the overt disruptions of aggression and ADHD-like symptoms to the silent battles with depression and anxiety that too many of our "good students" endure. We discuss how these struggles extend far into adulthood, detracting from both personal well-being and workforce integration, and stress the crucial role schools play in fostering secure, growth-oriented environments. The episode is a tribute to the educators who are the frontline warriors, equipped with more than textbooks, tasked with the mission to heal hearts and mold minds.
We also discuss the pressing need for a systemic overhaul, urging a shift toward early intervention to nurture our youth, the cornerstone of our future society.
Ingrid Cockhren, M.Ed is a child sexual abuse survivor and knows first-hand how impactful trauma and toxic stress can be for children and families. She has dedicated her professional life to investigating and educating the public about the link between early trauma, early adversity, Adverse Childhood experiences (ACEs) and possible negative outcomes across the lifespan. Her experience ranges from juvenile justice, family counseling, early childhood education, professional development, consulting, and community education. She is currently an adjunct professor specializing in Black psychology, developmental psychology, abnormal psychology & personality theory at Tennessee State University and the CEO of PACEs Connection, a social network dedicated to rising awareness of adverse childhood experiences.
You can learn more about Ingrid and her work at PACEs Connection or on LinkedIn or email her at ingrid@cockhrenconsulting.com.
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Welcome to episode three in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the justice system.
Have you ever stopped to consider the remarkable potential hidden within individuals entangled in the justice system? Today, with the guidance of David Dawdy and Travis Atkinson from TBD Solutions, we venture into the profound connections between trauma and criminal justice. We challenge the status quo, shifting the conversation from the deficits to the strengths of those who have faced trauma.
We talk about the hidden costs that trauma inflicts on quality of life and societal structures, and unravel the narratives of justice-involved individuals. We also discuss the role of trauma-informed practices, strategies that prevent adverse childhood experiences, and emphasize the ethical necessity of integrating diverse voices in decision-making processes.
This conversation is an invitation to embrace an abundance mindset that offers support and inclusion, rather than exclusion—sowing the seeds for a justice system that truly heals and restores.
Join us to discover how leadership, informed by compassion and resilience, can transform environments and foster triumph over adversity.
David Dawdy is a speaker and trainer, and he held the distinguished role of Mental Health Director for the Michigan Department of Corrections for a decade. His leadership in managing mental health, substance use disorder, and sexual offense treatment services for justice-involved individuals exemplifies his unwavering dedication to providing comprehensive and effective care. You can learn more about David on his website: JDavidDawdy.com or email him at davidd@tbdsolutions.com.
Travis Atkinson is a training instructor, coach, meeting facilitator, and conference presenter. He has worked for the past ten years in both clinical and managerial roles in behavioral health. Through these experiences, he espouses the value of a healthy and functioning behavioral healthcare system, the power of data to drive decision‐making, and the importance of asking the right questions. Travis is also the host of The Crisis Podcast and you can email him at travisa@tbdsolutions.com.
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Welcome to episode two in our series Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs. In this episode, we uncover the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma in the healthcare system.
Sheila Phicil, a social innovator and equity architect, joins us to discuss how our backgrounds and traumas influence the care we receive, the personal and collective journey of healing, and how trauma shows up in our healthcare system. We also talk about the transformative potential of placing patient experiences at the forefront, the intersection of trauma, identity, and the response from the medical community, and looking to a future where policies and practices align more closely with patient needs and well-being.
We also discuss innovative policy approaches that consider social determinants of health and the 'crossing guard effect'—a metaphor for community-led initiatives that protect societal health. Join us as we explore these critical issues and envision a healthcare system that embodies equity and compassion.
Sheila Phicil is a visionary leader and transformational change agent with over 15 years of experience in healthcare, where she has spearheaded initiatives in policy, strategy, operations, and the elimination of health disparities. Additionally, as the CEO and founder of Phicil-itate Change, she champions social innovation through systems thinking, intelligent operations, and human-centered design, demonstrating her commitment to creating impactful and sustainable change.
You can reach Sheila on LinkedIn and her website SheilaPhicil.com or via email at Hello@SheilaPhicil.com.
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Welcome to the first episode in our series: Unveiling Trauma's Impact: Navigating the Hidden Costs., uncovering the hidden costs of unaddressed trauma and delving into its far-reaching effects.
In our first episode, Ted Miller, a distinguished senior research scientist, unravels the extensive and often hidden economic and emotional toll of trauma. We examine the staggering $10.5 billion healthcare price tag associated with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) in California for just a single year. We discussed the methodologies used to quantify the financial and human impact of trauma and gained perspective on the profound implications trauma has on health and society.
As we look at the potential for real-world change, Ted highlights the power of individual stories in shaping policy, and we conclude with a message of hope, recognizing that the courageous act of sharing one's own trauma can light a fire that contribute to societal movements and policy reforms.
Dr. Ted Miller is an internationally recognized health economist. He is a Principal Research Scientist at the Pacific Institute for Research and Evaluation with decades of experience analyzing the costs of societal ills. The Washington Post once called him a national oracle on the financial damage caused by substance abuse and injuries.
Read the article: Adult health burden and costs in California during 2013 associated with prior adverse childhood experiences.
You can reach Ted via email at miller@pire.org or visit the PIRE website to learn more about his work.
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Welcome to the last of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore anxiety.
With Dr. Kevin Becker, a clinical psychologist with vast experience in trauma, we examine how our bodies and minds can be ensnared by anxiety long after the danger has passed, and we look at the role of anxiety as a response. We discussed how your body remembers what happened (it's what the body is supposed to do) and how when you have a fear that is so overwhelming, your body can take a while to feel safe again. Then we talked about how body-based interventions can offer solace and strength for those dealing with post-traumatic anxiety and how to be gentle with trauma survivors as you help them deal with their complex feelings.
Thanks to the concept of trauma-informed care and how our culture has grown in awareness of trauma, we now talk to people who are struggling, and we ask: What happened? and not: What is wrong with you? We don't have it all figured out yet, but we are improving. This conversation with Dr. Becker is an essential listen for anyone looking to grasp the complexities of anxiety in the aftermath of trauma.
Dr. Kevin Becker is a clinical psychologist who has specialized in the study and treatment of trauma for 30 years. He is the former Director of The Trauma Center in Boston, where he worked with Bessel van der Kolk for 14 years; Served as Program Director for the Massachusetts Resiliency Center following the Boston Marathon Bombings. And responded to many of the largest tragedies across the globe; including 9/11, Hurricane Katrina, the South Asian tsunami, Newtown school shooting and many more. He has written numerous articles and manuals on the treatment of trauma and vicarious trauma, which have been distributed globally. He has helped governments, businesses, and communities around the world prepare for, respond to, and recover from traumatic events. He is the founder of Organizational Resilience International, a global crisis consulting firm.
You can reach him on his website, ORI Consulting or via email at kevin@oriconsulting.com
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Welcome to episode 4 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore anger.
Anger often follows tragedy. Suzette Bravo, a transformational coach, helps us unravel the layers of anger and sheds light on the dangers of dismissing this potent emotion. We also talk about the importance of facing our emotions head-on.
Navigating anger and the grief that often accompanies it is no easy feat, yet it's a voyage we must undertake to foster resilience within ourselves. We examine the therapeutic value of expressing anger through physical release and the significance of cultivating a space where one can be vulnerable without fear of judgment.
As we extend our support to those around us who are dealing with similar battles, Suzette imparts her wisdom on the intricacies of emotional support. We delve into the profound journey of self-discovery and the role self-love and grace play in this process. For listeners seeking to embrace these teachings within their personal or professional lives, this episode promises that there are ways to thrive in the wake of life’s inevitable challenges.
Suzette Bravo is an empowerment coach, motivational speaker, and podcast host. Her mission is to help clients flame their inner fire, remind them just who they are and what they have to offer, and guide them on a journey to the greatest version of themselves.
You can find her on her website: SuzetteBravo.com, or on Instagram or LinkedIn. And make sure to listen to her podcast Bravo Unscripted.
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Welcome to episode 3 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore shame.
Healing from shame and embracing resilience isn't a journey to rush; it's a path to walk with gentle strides, as guest Wen Peetes, an intuitive healing coach, reveals. Shame has profound teachings to offer us when we are able to shift our perspective from self-critique to self-compassion. Wen helps us learn the art of patience, the power of nurturing our inner child, and how tapping into our intuition and body awareness can be the salve for our deepest wounds.
Wen also sheds light on the significance of acknowledging every emotion that courses through us, as they are the architects of our actions and, ultimately, our lives. We're not just talking about healing from childhood trauma but embracing the versions of ourselves that emerge in the wake of life's most impactful events. Listen in on our conversation as we affirm that each step you take is a celebration of your unyielding spirit and your quest towards wholeness.
Wen Peetes is an intuitive healing coach, mentor and speaker who helps women become powerful decision makers, so they never have to doubt themselves again. As a survivor of childhood abuse, Wen found herself trying to break free from the negative cycle that left her feeling stuck, helpless, and hopeless. Through a series of life-changing events, she found the courage to embrace her darkest secret and the resilience to turn pain into purpose.
The first five listeners to contact Wen about her new book will receive a free copy. Email Wen or Manya or post on Wen's social and mention that you heard about her book on this podcast (we'll use the time stamps to identify the first five listeners to reply).
Learn more about Wen on her website, Instagram, or Facebook, or via email at bornworthy@rebelforaspell.com
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Welcome to episode 2 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore the layers of grief.
In my conversation with Dr. Dan Franz, we navigate through the tumultuous journey of loss and the silence that often surrounds sorrow. We tackle the intertwined threads of anger, sadness, and guilt, all companions on the road to healing. And we talk about finding meaning through suffering, address the heaviness of heartache, and offer support to those navigating grief after tragedy.
Whether you're searching for comfort, understanding, or ways to help others in distress, we hope you find solace in knowing that you are not alone on this journey.
Find Dr. Dan on his website DanielAFranz.com, and listen to The Meaning Project podcast where he discusses topics related to mental health and meaning through the lens of logotherapy and existential analysis. Also learn more about The Viktor Frankl Meaning Academy, and listen to The Meaning Academy Podcast to get insights and inspiration of all things meaning, purpose and resilience.
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Welcome to episode 1 of the 5-episode series Resilient Hearts: Navigating Emotions After Tragedy, delving into the intricate paths of those who have experienced life-altering challenges. In this episode, we explore the complexities of guilt.
When the smoke cleared after the Boston Marathon bombing, therapist Amy O'Neill experienced a maze of emotions as a survivor. We discussed the struggle with guilt that often shadows the path to recovery. It's a silent battle that can cripple resilience or become the very thing that propels you forward.
Throughout this episode, we share our contrasting journeys and expose the raw complexities of healing. You'll hear about unexpected emotional twists that can even catch seasoned mental health professionals off guard. Whether you're a leader seeking to nurture trauma-sensitive environments or someone walking the delicate path of healing, our experiences testify to the resilience of the human spirit.
This episode is an invitation to listen, learn, and find the support you need on your journey. Discover the role of guilt in the healing process and gain insights on navigating these complex emotions after adversity.
Amy C. O’Neill, MS, LPC, is a licensed professional counselor working in mental health for the last 30 years. She is a consultant for the VOCA-NCJA and OVC TTAC Office of Justice Programs and has provided support in multiple communities impacted by mass violence. She is a steering committee member for the National Mass Violence and Victimization Resource Center and a survivor of the Boston Marathon Bombing, blending lived and learned experiences. She serves on the Crisis Emotional Care Team for Vibrant Emotional Health, the Disaster Distress Helpline peer support task force, the Disaster Mental Health Team for the American Red Cross, and the Survivors of Tragedy Outreach Program for Tuesday’s Children. Ms. O’Neill maintains a private counseling practice and is an Adjunct Instructor for the graduate Counseling Psychology Program at Chestnut Hill College, Philadelphia, PA. She is completing her doctoral degree in Health Sciences at Bay Path University in Massachusetts.
You can learn more about Amy aon her website: https://amyconeill.com or on LinkedIn.
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With guest Michelle Steffes, we explore the art of resilience and pull back the curtain on how our brains can be sculpted by our experiences, to either hinder or help our ability to recover from life's setbacks. With Michelle's expertise in neuroscience and neuroplasticity, we dispel misconceptions and look into how daily habits and routines can fortify our mental muscles.
We also discuss the ripple effects of mindful morning practices, such as gratitude and cognitive exercises, which can help rewire a brain plagued by PTSD or other traumas. And discuss how persistent actions cultivate a robust mindset, challenging listeners to consider what exchange game they're playing with their daily choices, inspired by the strategies from Atomic Habits by James Clear.
Michelle L. Steffes is the CEO and cofounder of IPV Consulting, a speaker, and the author of two books: Reframe and Rewire: Greatness Through Daily Routine and a children’s book The Machine Inside Me: How to change your brain and discover the power within you! Both are written from over 10,000 hours of study in the science of habits and human achievement. She is also host of the podcast, Reframe and Rewire.
You can learn more about Michelle and contact her on her website: IPV Consulting.
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Ever fantasized about having a superpower? As we wrap up an incredible year of conversations on the podcast, we've collected some of the imaginative and insightful superpowers our guests conjured up. These reflections underscore our shared journey towards work-life balance, transparent communication, and the freedom to be our authentic selves.
I close the 2023 chapter of Notes on Resilience with gratitude, drawing from the resilience of those who've shared stories with us. These amazing guests have shown us that resilience can take many forms—artistic, protective, outspoken, or even quiet perseverance.
It's in our capacity to adapt where we truly find our superpowers.
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Sometimes, standing in the longest supermarket line can be a conscious choice for growth, not just a test of our patience. That's just one gem from my conversation with Joanne Green, author of By Accident: A Memoir of Letting Go, and the voice behind the "In this Story" podcast. We discuss trauma, post-traumatic stress, and the shaping of resilience. Joanne lays bare her personal odyssey from loss to healing, teaching us that true resilience is about nurturing patience and empathy in the face of life's daily vexations.
Joanne sheds light on the body's memory of pain and the ways in which our past experiences shape our present, and the significance of recognizing and honoring our deep-seated responses. It's an essential dialogue for anyone aiming to foster environments where compassion and trauma-informed leadership are the foundation for collective healing and progress.
Joanne Greene never bought the adage “little girls should be seen and not heard.” She's used her voice on San Francisco radio and television, webinars, and podcasts, to explore the issues of our time with playful irreverence, candor, and compassion. Now, with many decades of seasoning, she's sharing what she's learned about navigating family and career, moving through pain and loss.
How to find Joanne and her work
Website: www.joanne-greene.com
Podcast: In This Story
Book: By Accident: A Memoir of Letting Go
Email: Joannergreene@gmail.com
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Ever wrestle with the wave of emotions when you lose a beloved pet? With guest Kevin Ringstaff, founder of PetCloud, we explore the profound bond we share with our pets and the complex terrain of grief and resilience. Kevin enlightens us on how this loss can reveal the core of who we are, and we take a journey into the differences between grieving for a pet and a human. Kevin helps us understand how our furry friends, with their uncanny grasp of our feelings, often leave an emptiness that's hard to mend.
We also discuss typical reactions to grief and the struggle of communicating with someone who is grieving and get valuable advice on how to provide concrete and immediate support when it's needed most. Like the love we share with our pets, grief, resilience, and compassion are integral aspects of our human experience.
Kevin Ringstaff is the founder of PetCloud, a virtual community to support and validate people who have lost a beloved pet. He has been a student of grief for many years. He spends his days listening to people from all over the world who are grieving and suffering, often alone with no one else who really understands. He can also be found creating activities to help us move through grief and teaching grief in inventive ways. Over the years, he's been through several grief programs, and he's currently studying to be a board-certified chaplain.
Visit the PetCloud website, Facebook group, or on LinkedIn. Or email Kevin at kevin@petcloud.pet. Or call the toll-free pet loss support line: 1-833-PET-1234, 9 am - 9 pm PT daily.
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Ever found yourself stuck in a rut, feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges? In my heartfelt conversation with Nyeesha Williams, a mental well-being expert and NAMI board member, we learned that resilience is not about rigidity but about finding grace amidst adversity. With her personal journey of seeking forgiveness as a beacon, she guides us through understanding resilience in a new light, emphasizing self-care and compassion. We also discuss how practicing self-compassion and setting boundaries are key to thriving.
But what happens when the world around us is too much to bear? In these uncertain times, Nyeesha talks about the importance of stepping back and taking care of our own well-being amidst the flood of news and social media. This isn't selfish, but a crucial step towards extending our compassion to others more effectively.
Nyeesha Williams is a mental well-being expert with an extensive background in healthcare, specializing in women's health and trauma survivors, and has had diverse roles as an adjunct professor, humanitarian, author, life coach, and NAMI board member, reflecting her unwavering commitment to the field. She firmly believes that self-care and self-awareness are integral to happiness and personal growth and is credentialed by Renaissance Life Therapies, Harvard Business School, the National Institute for Clinical Application of Behavioral Medicine, and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing's Mental Health First Aid.
In addition, Nyeesha is the founder and executive director of Serenity For Mothers, a membership-based community that serves as a safe haven for BIPOC mothers to rediscover themselves.
You can reach Nyeesha on her website: NyeeshaWilliams.com, or on Instagram or Facebook.
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In this episode with guest Josh Porthouse, a veteran who faced an identity crisis post-deployment, we uncover the role of personal values in shaping self-worth, the art of boundary-setting, and the practice of mindfulness. Listen as he shares his journey of rediscovery, how it centers on the tenets of personal values, and how self-doubt can be a stumbling block.
We explored the value of time, the need for boundary-setting, and the ability to bounce back from setbacks and morph them into positive experiences. And it's not just a personal battle; institutions, organizations, and society play key roles in bolstering resilience. We also discussed the intricate relationship between resilience, compassion, and trauma-sensitive leadership, especially pertinent for leaders in today's world.
Josh Porthouse is the founder of SDYT Media, a media production company highlighting the impact of personal values through print, digital, and spoken media, and the host of Transacting Value, a podcast and AM radio show highlighting conversations with contributors about the relevance of personal values in burnout, boundaries, self-worth, and mental resiliency. He is active in the US Marine Corps and has used his career in the infantry to develop his self-image, self-reliance, and resiliency. After an identity crisis and breakdown left him a divorced, long-distanced father, he decided that increased distance does not have to equal a decreased impact.
You can reach Josh on his website Transacting Value, on Facebook, or email him at TransactingValueRadio@SDYTmedia.com.
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What if the strength to conquer life's challenges isn’t bouncing back but pausing, reflecting, and adapting? Listen in on this conversation with resilience coach Russell Harvey as we discuss resilience as a growth process rather than mere recovery and the power of optimism and self-awareness. He takes us through his personal journey in learning and development and how it has shaped his unique perspective on resilience.
We also discuss the art of cultivating a positive and resilient work culture, line managers' critical role in maintaining mental health at the workplace, and how we need to shift our lens to foster businesses that balance productivity and personal growth. Prepare to be inspired and empowered as you view life's hurdles from a whole new angle.
Russell Harvey is a leadership coach, speaker, managing director, podcaster, and radio host. He has over 20 years of experience in learning, leadership, and organizational development and has specialized in Resilience and VUCA (volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity) for the past 18 years. He is passionate about positively affecting 100,000 people by the year 2025 and has already impacted 43,202 individuals. Russell is known as The Resilience Coach, and he specializes in resilience in our modern world of uncertainty and ambiguity, executive coaching and leadership development, talent management and career coaching, facilitation, change leadership, and creativity.
You can reach Russell on his website The Resilience Coach, via LinkedIn, or on Facebook or Twitter.
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Discover the raw power of vulnerability as we engage in a riveting dialogue with Nick Jonsson, an executive coach, keynote speaker, and Ironman triathlon athlete. Find out why vulnerability isn't a weakness but a strength that fosters resilience and empowers individuals and organizations alike. We discuss the crucial role of vulnerability in building resilience, emotional health, and overall well-being.
We also talk about the often-overlooked issue of executive loneliness, a silent battle over 30% of senior executives face. Nick helps us understand how seclusion at the top can undermine the individual and their organization and why reaching out is not a sign of weakness. And he shares is own journey from addiction to purposeful living.
Nick Jonsson is an author, speaker, mental health advocate and co-founder and MD of EGN Singapore, one of Asia’s premier networking organizations. He built a caring community that provides hundreds of executives a safe haven to share their challenges, and receive support and learn from each other. Nick is passionate about raising awareness of mental health and combating loneliness in the modern business world. His book, "Executive Loneliness: The 5 Pathways to Overcoming Isolation, Stress, Anxiety, and Depression in the Modern Business World," provides practical strategies for overcoming isolation and building connections in the workplace.
You can reach Nick on his website NickJonsson.com or on LinkedIn. And check out his book, Executive Loneliness, which you can purchase on Amazon and other booksellers.
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Physician burnout is a silent epidemic that's claiming lives. We deep-dive into this topic with our remarkable guest, Sapna Shah-Haque, an internal medicine physician and host of the Worthy Physician podcast. Sapna shares her powerful journey from burnout to recovery and the alarming statistics on physician suicides, emphasizing the importance of healthy coping mechanisms and the courage to seek help.
We then shift to systemic change needed to foster better mental health support. We discuss whether or not institutions are doing enough to create a supportive culture, the need for equal access to mental health services, and the toxic environments that can thrive when support is lacking.
In a world that’s been tested like no other in the wake of the pandemic, resilience has taken center stage. But how do you build it, especially when everything around you is falling apart? Join us, on this episode not just about surviving, but about thriving in the face of adversity.
Dr. Sapna Shah-Haque, MD is a board-certified internal medicine physician. After experiencing burnout herself and watching other physician colleagues burn out, it became her passion to look into different aspects of burnout. She is the host of The Worthy Physician podcast, as a way to reach physicians and possibly shed light on what is not an isolated situation.
You can find her on her website The Worthy Physician.
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Are you ready to step into the high-pressure world of public safety through the eyes of an experienced 911 dispatcher? Our guest today, Ricardo Martinez, takes us on a journey that will challenge your perception of resilience. A storyteller, author, creator of the podcast Within the Trenches, and founder of the #IAM911 movement, Ricardo opens up about his experiences, the struggles he faced, and the power of resilience.
Ricardo also shares his insights on mindfulness and meditation as tools to manage stress and his personal stories of burnout, emotional exhaustion, and the healing power of storytelling. The episode takes a deeper dive into the real-life experiences of 911 dispatchers and the challenges they face. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the reality of public safety, the importance of self-care, and the power of resilience.
Ricardo Martinez II is a storyteller, author, and the host and creator of Within the Trenches, true stories from the 911 dispatchers who live them, a podcast based on the experience of being a 911 dispatcher. He is a former dispatcher and supervisor of 13 years and is now the head of Within the Trenches Media with 22 years of public safety experience. In August of 2016, Ricardo started the #IAM911 movement that spread from the United States to Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Its popularity and success have brought the Thin Gold Line into the spotlight and have opened the eyes of millions to what 911 dispatchers deal with on a daily basis.
Listen to his podcast, and find him on the web at this link or reach Ricardo via email at wttpodcast@gmail.com.
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What if resilience isn't about bouncing back stronger, but instead about softening and receiving? Tara Rynders, a nurse, dancer, and CEO of The Clinic offers a fresh perspective on resilience or what she intriguingly calls (re)brilliance. Tara's unique synthesis of arts, music, movement, and caring science for healthcare professionals is deeply transformative, and in this episode we explore why Tara firmly believes in the healing power of movement.
We also discuss the major challenges to systemic changes in healthcare, including inequitable pay and the dangerous trend of prioritizing money over people. Drawing on her personal experiences as a nurse dealing with secondary trauma and grief, Tara sheds light on the healing potential of healthcare systems and institutions. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that invites you to reflect, reimagine, and recognize the brilliance within you.
Tara Rynders is a dancer, a registered nurse, and an advanced certified grief recovery specialist. She is the founder and associate artistic director of The Clinic, where they strive to create a safe, communal space for artists, nurses, patients, and the community to commune together through the arts; based on the belief that the arts bring healing into the hospital and that this leads to better patient outcomes in the hospital setting, decreased compassion fatigue, and decreased nursing burn-out.
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What if the difference between surviving and falling apart in the face of trauma was a simple conversation? Prepare to be enlightened by our guest, Tony Harrison, the founder of the Public Safety Group. Tony taps into his extensive experience, from being a dispatcher and deputy sheriff to a consultant, to illustrate the power of resilience and compassion in dealing with trauma. He stresses the rising issue of compassion fatigue and the importance of discussing our experiences to develop resilience, especially for public safety professionals.
Tony recounts his time as a 911 dispatcher during the Oklahoma City bombing. His conscious decision to become a survivor, rather than a victim of the event, sheds light on the critical role of resilience. We also discuss the part institutions and systems play in offering resources to develop resilience, as well as how sharing traumatic experiences builds resilience. His insights provide a roadmap not just for those in public safety but for anyone grappling with trauma and seeking to build resilience.
Tony is the President of The Public Safety Group. He has more than 30 years of public safety communications experience and has lectured over 20,000 public safety professionals. Tony spent many years with the Oklahoma City Police Department’s communications division and was the supervisor on duty during the bombing of the Murrah Federal Building. He also holds the distinction of Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) life member and emergency number professional (ENP) from the National Emergency Number Association (NENA).
Learn more about Tony and his work on his website The Public Safety Group, and you can email him at: tony@publicsafetygroup.com.
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How do you build resilience in the face of adversity? What role does emotional intelligence play in managing stress, uncertainty, and anxiety? Tune in as I join forces with emotional intelligence guru, speaker, and author Jen Shirkani to learn about the combination of emotional intelligence and resilience, its vital role in stress management, and the unique perspectives she gained from her conversations with survivors.
Ever wondered how to measure emotional intelligence? Jen guides us through the significance of identifying behavioral patterns, the delicate equilibrium of assertiveness and empathy, and how self-awareness bolsters relationships.
In this conversation, we explore the importance of resilience and how organizations can nurture it. We touch on how mistakes can be transformed into learning opportunities, the crucial role of resources such as EAPs and health insurance, and community and social networks. We delve into the creation of resilient organizations post-trauma, employing emotional intelligence and compassion. Join us for these insights into emotional intelligence, resilience, and the path to personal and professional growth.
Jen Shirkani is a nationally recognized expert on emotional intelligence and a featured speaker at national and state conferences, universities, government agencies, and at business organizations around the world. She is the author of Ego vs EQ and Choose Resilience, guides for leveraging the power of emotional intelligence.
You can learn more about Jen at her website Jen Shirkani or Penumbra Talent Management Solutions, or follow her on LinkedIn or Instagram. Or contact her via email: jennifer@penumbra.com
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Join us as we tackle the art of resilience with speaker, entrepreneur, and advocate Jodi Samuels. With her superpower for compartmentalizing stress, Jodi takes us through her life as a world traveler, entrepreneur, and mother, shedding light on how focusing on the big picture and not fussing over trivialities has shaped her journey.
Our conversation includes personal responsibility and the crucial role it plays in building resilience, Jodi's life lessons and practical tools for building resilience, the audacity of never fearing rejection, and the importance of appreciating life's journey and remaining hopeful for the future. You will be inspired as we unearth the power of gratitude, wisdom, and even wine in fostering resilience. Tune in to this episode to delve into a profound exploration of resilience and discover practical tools to cultivate it in your own life.
Jodi Samuels is an international speaker, entrepreneur, and a passionate advocate for children with special needs since the day her youngest child was diagnosed at birth with Down syndrome. Her memoirChutzpah, Wisdom and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman shows how she uses resilience and humor to face life's challenges and come out on top. She created Jodi's Voice to inspire people to live their lives to the fullest and overcome limiting perspectives, and to challenge them to recognize how they can make a difference in their own world.
You can find Jodi on her website: Jodi's Voice, or on Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. email Jodi at: jodi@jodisvoice.com
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Listen in to this conversation with Anna Seewald, a psychologist, educator, parenting coach, and host of the Authentic Parenting podcast, about the intricacies of resilience and its pivotal role in parenting. We unravel the threads of shame and unworthiness, shedding light on the need for self-compassion in the process of healing. We also talk about the generational ramifications of trauma and the uphill battle of navigating parenthood while simultaneously healing deep-seated wounds.
We tackle the myth of resiliency as an innate characteristic, advocating instead that it's a skill that can—and should—be cultivated; and emphasize the invaluable roles of social connections, role models, and support networks in nurturing this skill. Drawing from her breadth of experience in trauma-informed parenting, Anna shares her insights on the significance of trauma-sensitive leadership in creating environments that enable personal growth.
Anna Seewald is a seasoned podcaster, author, and speaker, devoted to empowering parents in their journey to nurture thriving children. Her passion for child well-being was ignited when she survived a devastating earthquake at 13, inspiring her dream to become a psychologist to serve children. With over two decades of international experience, Anna now equips parents with essential knowledge and tools to support their child's authentic growth, firmly believing that nurturing parents is the key to shaping a brighter future for children.
To learn more about Anna, visit her website Authentic Parenting, listen to her podcast, Authentic Parenting, or follow her on Instagram.
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Have you ever wondered how societies rebound from atrocities like the Holocaust? Join me for a compelling conversation with scholar and author Dan McMillan, where we explore this very question. Founder and leader of Safe Democracy in America, Dan provides a unique perspective on societal resilience in the face of trauma, drawing from his study of the Holocaust. His insights shed light on the resilience of victims and also on the moral evolution that societies undergo in the aftermath of such horrors.
We delve into how World War II set the stage for the civil rights movement, one of the most significant societal changes in American history. And we talk about the enduring power of belief in human potential and underline the importance of resilience at an individual level.
With Dan's perspective on the moral progress of society in the last 60 years, we will navigate the intersection of history, resilience, and human rights. Join us as we successfully challenge your understanding of the past and offer renewed hope for the future.
Dan is the founder and executive director of Save Democracy in America, and he has a Ph.D. in German history from Columbia University and a law degree from Fordham. He has worked as a book editor, as a history professor, and as a prosecuting attorney, and published his first book in 2014, the acclaimed How Could This Happen: Explaining the Holocaust.
You can reach Dan via his website Save Democracy in America or buy his book How Could This Happen? Explaining the Holocaust.
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In the face of adversity, we often find strength we never knew we had. Today, we're in for an inspiring conversation with teacher and poet Sean Hogan. A survivor of the 9/11 attack, Sean gives us a unique insight into his journey of recovery and the difficulties we face in the aftermath of trauma.
We delve into how significant it is to share our experiences with a trusted confidant and how the narrative we construct about our traumatic experiences is instrumental in how we deal with them in the future. We also explore the systemic role in supporting individuals post-trauma and the necessity of community care. Our systems are only as good or corrupt as the humans working them, and it’s up to each of us in our own way, to push back against the part of the system we have connection to, using whatever privilege we have. '
Sean is a writer, teacher, creative mentor, and spoken word poet. Join us for this soul-stirring conversation that reminds us of the strength within each one of us.
Two accounts on Instagram: Sean Poets and Mr. HoganELA., on Mastodon, or on Twitter. Read his articles about education on We Are Teachers.com.
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Can you imagine what it's like to face a life-altering tragedy and come out even stronger on the other side? Christina Stanton embodies this strength--after 9-11 she discovered the power of instinct and the importance of community in the healing process. Her
We engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the role of therapy in trauma healing, and how turning to others, irrespective of our tendencies, can help us cope with adversity, a lesson that is universally applicable. Don't miss this inspiring conversation that celebrates the indomitable strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
You can reach Christina and find out more about her books on her website ChristinaRayStanton.com.
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We journey through the stories of stress and adversity which, rather than breaking us, actually serve to cultivate resilience with Jesse Kohler, the Executive Director of the Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy and Practice. Jesse's personal narrative of loss, and the unexpected outreach from a coach that followed, is a touching and powerful illustration of this.
We also examine an often overlooked space - the school system, where trauma-informed policy can make a world of difference. We discuss the need to refocus our attention from outcomes to process, to reevaluate our approach towards children's behaviors in response to trauma, and the urgency of a holistic approach to transform trauma in our society. In this episode, we walk away with a renewed understanding of resilience and the fundamentals of creating a trauma-informed society. Tune in to be inspired and empowered.
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Have you ever wondered about the workings of the human mind in the face of trauma? Let's join therapist Joy Turner in an illuminating conversation on the complexities of trauma, the unique paths to resilience, the critical role of early intervention, and how traumatic memories differ from non-traumatic ones.
We look at the systemic factors at play and the pivotal role institutions can play in the healing journey. Joy also sheds light on the challenges in implementing trauma-informed programs, such as lack of funding and societal stigmas, particularly around sexual trauma. Joys also talks about the importance of supporting trauma survivors, educating parents on emotional safety, and creating thriving environments post-trauma.
Joy is a mental health therapist who works with a wide variety of adults, families, children/teens, and couples. She recognizes the importance of supporting individuals and families based on their uniqueness and differences. She is also a board-approved supervisor for associates in the process of licensure.
You can find Joy at Joyful Living Behavioral Health, or via email: joy@joyfullivingbh.com
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Imagine a world where your challenges are not your undoing, but instead are your superpowers. This is what our guest, Kelly Mendenhall embodies every single day. After becoming suddenly disabled, Kelly endured formidable hardships, including multiple surgeries. Yet, she has adapted and thrived, using these experiences as catalysts for growth.
Navigating life with a disability has significantly challenged both Kelly and we dive into her journey, spotlighting the pain of chronic conditions, the mental health repercussions, and the uphill battle for disability benefits. There are flaws in the systems designed to support individuals and the struggle to access essential resources is a reality for many.
We also discuss the immense benefits of adopting resilience, compassion, and trauma-sensitive leadership in creating an environment conducive to success, regardless of the circumstances. Tune in to unearth the true strength in resilience.
Kelly J. Mendenhall is an author, journalist, speaker, creator, and activist determined to stop #MedicalGaslighting from killing and disabling women. In 2017, Kelly suddenly and unexpectedly became medically disabled and unable to work outside the home.
You can learn more about Kelly on her website KellyJMendenhall.com, on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. You can reach her via email: hello@kellyjmendenhall.com.
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Are you ready to redefine resilience? Psychologist and retired Air Force officer, Dennis Tansley and I discuss resilience, from personal experiences to cross-cultural perspectives. This episode urges us to face, not evade, the discomfort of pain, a crucial element in fostering true resilience.
Shift your perspective on trauma healing with Dennis as we talk about system-based resilience and learn first-hand lessons on the human capacity for resilience. We wrap up with an inspiring call to embrace and learn from the survival stories of others. This episode promises to expand your horizons and challenge your understanding of resilience. Tune in and prepare to be enlightened.
Dennis is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a psychologist at the Veteran's Administration. You can reach Dennis via email at DrDennisTansley@gmail.com
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What happens when you face adversity head on and choose to thrive, not merely survive? Our guest today, Steve Gavatorta, an acclaimed coach and author of In Defense of Adversity, shares his insights and reveals how the unpredictability of life—especially in a world grappling with the economic repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic—can be navigated by cultivating resilience.
We explore compassionate leadership, trauma-sensitive tactics, and the importance of maintaining team engagement in challenging times. In these discussions, we underscore the power of resilience paving the way for transformation amidst adversity.
Join us in exploring these riveting perspectives on resilience.
Steve has coached, trained, and developed thousands of high-performance individuals and teams. You can reach him at The Gavatorta Group or on LinkedIn, or email him at:
steve@gavatorta.com. Don't forget to check out his book: In Defense of Adversity.
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Are you ready for a mind-expanding exploration? The guest on today's episode promises to get your neurons firing in brand new ways. We're thrilled to have futurist, behavioral scientist, and author Chris Marshall on the show, guiding us through a fascinating journey into the realm of resilience. Chris delves into the profound impact of emotional fluency and self-compassion, offering unique perspectives on how to equip ourselves for the inherent uncertainties of life.
We uncover the mysteries of our brain’s response to stress and the implications of our evolving global culture on our beliefs, discuss the influence of the workplace environment on our creativity and stress levels, and shed light on the increasing awareness of corporations toward emotional resilience as a fundamental aspect of staff wellbeing.
Tune in and enrich your understanding of resilience and emotional fluency in our ever-changing world.
Chris Marshall, aka The Uncertainty Scientist, describes his mission as helping ambitious individuals navigate and thrive in truly disruptive environments. You can reach Chris at The Uncertainly Scientist or on LinkedIn. And don't forget to check out his book: Decoding Change.
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Listen in on my conversation with Barry Furey, a public safety consultant, trainer, and speaker. We discuss resiliency and the movement toward empathy in the public safety world, the importance of upfront training in public safety about how difficult the job can be, and how to look for the good in the bad.
Barry has more than 50 years of experience in public safety, including being directlyresponsible for the management of large volume communications centers in four different states, and as a fire officer in three. Now he works to improve the lot of telecommunications and 911 centers.
You can find Barry on his website BarryFurey.com; on Facebook or LinkedIn; and you can reach him via email: barryfurey@yahoo.com.
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Listen in on my conversation with Nōn Wels, founder of the Feely Human Collective and host of the podcast You, Me, Empathy. We discussed how we wish we didn't always have to be resilient, why self-empathy is essential, and discomfort as a teacher (a topic that also came up in my conversation with 'Tine Zekis.)
Nōn grew up as a sensitive kid and didn't always feel safe. He learned early on to guard his heart so nobody—not even he—could find their way in. This led to a lot of pain and struggle, and a crucial part of his healing journey is the community of people who saw him for himself, a feely human deserving of wholeness, love, and nourishment. He is fostering collective care via The Feely Human Collective because we all deserve a place to be who we really are.
You can find Nōn at Feely Human or join the collective. Listen to the You, Me, Empathy podcast. Or email Nōn: hello@feelyhuman.com.
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Listen in on my conversation with James Gardner, life coach and survivor of near-death experiences. We discuss how trauma puts us into survival mode, not necessarily a place where we can thrive, Maslow's hierarchy of needs, and how to look at resiliency in terms of knowing where your boundaries are.
James is a life coach who uses his experience of surviving two near-death experiences (a horrific car crash when he was a child, and then a brain tumor as an adult) to share all the wisdom and resources he has learned over the years to empower others to live with passion and joy. He is also a runner and a certified para-athlete.
Read James' book: How to Heal from Trauma and PTSD: Your Ultimate Guide to Becoming the Person You Want to Be
You can find James at CoachJames.uk; on social: LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook; or via email: jypgardner@gmail.com
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Listen in on my conversation with Siddharth Shaw, a physician, public health scientist, and educator. We discuss the shadow side of resiliency, how resiliency is not a trait but rather a set of skills and competencies we are continuously working on, and resiliency as a bridge that can support us even when we aren't at 100%. We also discuss the concept of trauma as a lens by which we can notice suffering (and that we have the tools to do something about) and the importance of normalizing discussions of trauma.
Stay to the end as Siddharth leads us in meditation, starting at 36:54.
Siddharth is the CEO of Greenleaf Integrative, a consulting firm he founded to assist helpers, healers, and protectors. What inspires him? “When people achieve the sublime, a kind of magic, in their lives. I can see it in the way they hold themselves in the ordinary, how they lose themselves in play…and how they show up for adversity.”
You can find Siddharth LinkedIn or Twitter or contact him via email: info@greenleafintegrative.com
Visit Greenleaf Integrative on LinkedIn or check out their resources page to find tools to help protect you from stress, burnout, and trauma; including meditations and the stress check-in card he mentions.
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Listen in on this conversation with 'Tine Zekis, a software engineer, keynote speaker, and champion of diversity, equity, and belonging in the tech industry. We discuss imposter syndrome, personal resiliency versus organizational resiliency, what it will really look like when we reach equity, and what it means to lean into discomfort.
'Tine helps Black women professionals change the trajectory of their careers, dramatically increase their lifetime earning potential, and build generational wealth. She empowers audiences to take action toward their goals. Speaking to the inequities women and people of color face, with compassion she tackles imposter syndrome and institutional injustices.
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You can reach 'Tine to learn more about her speaking at TineZekis.com, learn more about her coaching at Getting Black Women Paid. Find her on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram.
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Listen in on this conversation with Carrie Speranza, an emergency manager, and a key part of the IAEM Stronger Stories initiative. We talk about the importance of the support of our systems and institutions when it comes to resiliency, how to be prepared for an emergency but not live in fear, and the importance of telling our stories in building resilience.
Learn how the concept of performing to the level of our training or policy, versus the level of our goals matters in emergency response, and why Carrie never stays in a hotel room above the third floor.
Carrie is the director of Emergency Management Solutions at Esri and is vice chair of the FEMA National Advisory Council, where she has served as an Administrator’s appointee since 2019. She is also the 2nd vice president of the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM).
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Listen in on this conversation with Jolie Wills, a leading psychosocial expert in disaster and disruption. We talk about supporting psychosocial recovery after disaster, the triple responsibility of resiliency, and building a culture of caring in your organization.
Jolie is the cofounder and CEO-Americas of Hummingly, which provides tools and workshops to help people perform under pressure. She has studied how the mind works under prolonged pressure, how we make decisions, and how our reactions and behaviors are impacted by stress. And she gained her knowledge in real disasters and crisis situations--she is a survivor of the Christchurch earthquakes and has lived disaster recovery first-hand with her family.
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Listen in on this conversation with Rayna, speaker and training and leadership consultant. We discussed how it is ok not to be ok, why we need to remind ourselves of that fact so often, and the role of setting boundaries in being a resilient person.
You can make a change now or later. You have the ability to make life better for yourself and the people around you and the little things matter.
Rayna has built the life of a true digital nomad and she is working on her PhD in building a multi-generational workforce. As part of her work, she is building an army of overly confident and kind people. Her motto is to "do better, be better," meaning to do better by the people around you, be more helpful, kind, etc.
She is proud of her dark sense of humor which doesn't go with her bubbly personality. And she is a great example of how a person can be many things and we do not need to fit into anyone else's idea of who or how we should be. Everyone deserves a place, space, and time to discover who they are.
Learn more about Rayna's speaking on her website SpeakerRayna or on LinkedIn or Instagram. If you want to learn more about her life as a nomad and adventurer, check out AdventureRayna on Instagram. She loves connecting--so get in touch!
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Listen in on my conversation with Terry Fossum, leadership expert, coach, speaker, author, and adventurer. We discussed how to overcome fears and doubts, find strength in others when you can't find it in yourself, the power of mindset, and the value of giving people grace and love. He also share with us the importance of focusing on the solution, not the problem--there is always a way, and it is our job to find it.
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Listen in on my conversation with Kim Guevara, an emergency management and development professional, and founder and CEO of Mozaik Solutions. We discussed emergency management and emergency manager stress, the importance of planning before an emergency to be ready to deal with it when it happens, and the need for policy to help achieve these goals .
In a disaster, people don't rise to the occasion, they sink to the level of their training.
Kim has 25 years of experience in emergency management, homeland security, and development, providing services to all levels of government, the U.S. military, and the private and non-profit sectors. She specializes in stakeholder engagement, and building and enhancing emergency and crisis management programs. Kim is also an adjunct instructor and curriculum developer for the California Specialized Training Institute’s (CSTI) terrorism and intelligence courses.
Learn more about Kim at MozaikSolutions.com or on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn. Contact Kim via email: kim@mozaiksolutions.com
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Listen in on my conversation with Dan Griffin, an author, thought leader, and expert on men’s relationships and masculinity. We discussed the complex reality of male trauma, how to help men heal, and what it really means when we talk about toxic masculinity. We had a fabulous conversation and I really appreciate Dan's perspective on the topic of trauma and on feminism.
Dan has dedicated his life and work to exploring and redefining what it means to be a man in the 21st century. He is the author of A Man's Way through Relationships and A Man's Way through the Twelve Steps and co-author of Helping Men Recover. In addition to his professional work helping men be better men, Dan has been in long-term recovery since he graduated college and has dealt with the impact of trauma in his own life. This work has given him the foundation of his life and a sense of direction and purpose he never imagined.
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Listen in on my conversation with Garth Smelser, co-founder and manager of Mindful NOAA and co-founder of Mindful FED. We discussed resiliency in the workplace, the power of community, and mindfulness--your life is right now, in this moment.
Since the start of the pandemic, Garth helped build Mindful NOAA as a means of bringing the personally and organizationally transformative practices of mindfulness and meditation into workplace culture. He helped start Mindful FED to complement agencies’ workforce wellness goals by integrating mindfulness strategies and practices into the federal workplace culture, thus enhancing employees’ health and resilience, performance, and leadership development.
Learn more about Garth on LinkedIn. And if you are interested in learning more about Mindful NOAA and Mindful FED and how to integrate mindfulness into workplace culture you can contact him via email: garth.smelser@noaa.gov
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Listen in on my conversation with Matthew Lostaglia, a speaker, and podcast host. We discussed resilience and preventative resiliency, the value of meaningful and transparent communications within an organization, and work-life harmony.
Matthew's purpose is to assist businesses to reduce burnout and optimize resources invested in attracting and retaining talent. Thanks to his experience in the military, he brings a unique perspective to finding resilient talent solutions. And I learned a new phrase to use when talking about how to prevent trauma or prepare for it in advance: Left of the bang.
You can learn more about Matthew on his YouTube channel Real-Resilience or on his speaker website MatthewLostaglia.com. Or you can reach him via email: matthew@resilienttalentsolutions.com
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Listen in on my conversation with Laura Olinger, a scientist, fitness and wellness teacher, and a certified Gems of Excellence teacher. We discussed neuroscience and energy fields, resiliency, and being one's authentic self within an organization.
Laura lives where science and mysticism meet and combines her loves of moving, music, science, and humor into all Vintage Moves programs, which are built on the belief that we can be “always getting better.”
You can learn more about Laura and the Gems of Excellence program on her website: VintageMoves.com or her LinkTree.
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April 15, 2023 is the ten-year anniversary of an event that changed Michael Chase's life.
He is a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing. He and I were a few hundred feet apart that afternoon and we met for the first time two months ago. Listen in as he talks about what he has learned over the past decade about resilience, the willingness to ask for help, and how to prioritize finding support after experiencing a trauma.
Michael is a school resource officer and a speaker who talks about the impact a little kindness can have, to create a more compassionate, empathic, and kinder world, one person at a time. He is also the founder of KindessWeek at the school where he works, Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School, which takes place every year in the week before the anniversary of the bombing
You can reach Michael on his website, Michael Chase Speaks or via email: michael@michaelchasespeaks.com.
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Listen in on my conversation with Xu Simon, coach, consultant, and speaker. Among the topics we discuss: building capacity, the way that resiliency is context-dependent, science as a global good, and how the external environment can either support a person's growth or add microtraumas and problems.
Xu helps technical talent and executive leadership resonate together in high-tech industries to maximize everyone’s bottom line. We had a fabulous conversation and of course, we made sure to discuss the relationship between resonant frequency and resiliency.
You can learn more about Xu on her website: XuFits.com or follow her on Twitter, LinkedIn, or Instagram. Also, watch her terrific TEDx talk: Work at Your Resonant Frequency.
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Listen in on my conversation with David Barber, an emergency manager at MIT and chair of IAEM's USA mental health and wellness caucus. We discussed compassion, empathy, mindfulness, and the role of organizations in supporting resiliency.
David and I met several years ago at an emergency management conference and became instant friends because we both think about and work toward mental health equality/equity for all. I learned so much about him during this conversation; I hope you enjoy the episode.
You can reach David via email at dbarber@mit.edu or text him at 617-719-1205, to learn more about brain breaks, emergency management, and IAEM (International Association of Emergency Managers.
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Listen in on my conversation with LeRoy Thompson, a DEI and resiliency consultant and pastor. Among the topics we discuss are self-regulation, the hidden cost of stress on productivity, handling trauma, and resiliency as the new version of stress management.
LeRoy and I had a thought-provoking conversation and we also discussed how "hurt people hurt people." To hear more about that from another podcast guest, listen to episode 9: The Impact of Trauma with David Dawdy. I hope you take away much from this conversation as I did.
LeRoy also works with Greenleaf Integrative as an organizational development consultant and coach. You can reach him on his website: Thompson&Associates or via email at: LT@consultthompson.com
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Listen in on my conversation with Sarah Marikos, executive director of ACE Resource Network. Among the topics we discussed: ACEs, PACEs, how our systems can best support people whether they have been traumatized or not, and why we need storytellers.
The mission of the ACE Resource Network is to build awareness of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and to help people and communities prevent and address the effects of ACEs and childhood toxic stress.
This was a wonderful conversation and I learned a lot about the value of connection and healthy relationships, how trauma gets under our skin, and the science behind the study of adverse childhood experiences. I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.
More information:
ACE Resource Network
ACEs Aware
How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime | Nadine Burke Harris
Learn more about your own ACE history at NumberStory.org and visit Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Listen in on my conversation with David Dawdy, a clinical psychologist, speaker, and certified instructor for SAMHSA's trauma-informed curriculum for criminal justice. We discuss self-compassion, the need to be aware of the impact of trauma, and the importance of being mentally healthy.
Talking to David about trauma and the justice-involved population is always thought-provoking and I walk away feeling informed and grateful for mental health professionals who work so hard to care for the most vulnerable of us. I hope you feel the same after listening to this episode.
David is dedicated to getting the message out about the needs and trauma issues of those involved in the justice system and you can find him on his website JDavidDawdy.com or on LinkedIn.
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Listen in on my conversation with Sarah Hope Marshall, a speaker and consultant in community development and leadership. We discuss resiliency as a mindset, and from an organizational perspective, and companies that do, or don't, support employees, and what success really looks like.
Her personal perspective as a person living with a lifelong non-apparent disability and her socially conscious work informs Sarah's commitment to diversity and enabling her clients to have a greater impact in their community.
You can find Sarah on her website Profound Hope Industries or on LinkedIn.
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Listen in on my conversation with Joey Drolshagen, a coach and consultant. Among the topics we discuss mindset, living a life of passion, and how to empower employees. Also, we talk about the freedom of soaring--in our own way, using our own unique gifts.
Joey, who literally soars as a pilot, has a method to inspire, motivate, and lead people to live better lives. We had a great conversation I think you will enjoy.
You can find Joey at his website IFGT Coaching/Consulting or book a free 10-minute call to chat with him at CoachWithJoey.com.
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Listen in on my conversation with Jay Thompson, a speaker, business culture coach, and consultant. Among the topics we discuss: organizational culture and creating value, and how we all have to hike our own path, even through the muddy bits.
Jay is an engaging speaker and an expert on organziational culture and I had a fabulous time talking with him.
You can find Jay at his website, HiketheMoutain.org, Instagram, Facebook, or via email: jay@hikethemountain.org
Listen to Jay's podcast: Hike On Lead On
Also check out his Youtube channel and his Gratitude and Lesson video series
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Listen in on my conversation with Kyla Cofer, transformational leadership coach and host of the podcast Leadership School. We discuss burnout, boundaries, and other topics that don't start with the letter B, like self-compassion and asking ourselves the question: Am I well?
It's always a joy talking with Kyla, no matter the topic, and this episode is no exception. Special thanks to Kyla for helping launch this podcast by sitting in the interviewer chair for episode 1.
Find Kyla on her website KylaCofer.com. Listen to her podcast, Leadership School, weekly inspiration and personal development for the growing leader, where Kyla and guests discuss topics such as conflict resolution, communication, balance, emotional intelligence, and more.
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Listen in on my conversation with Aimee Gindin, keynote speaker, mental health crisis clinician, and head of branding and communications at Lifespeak. We discuss belonging, soft skills, the importance of self-worth, and how the pandemic has shown people and organizations that mental health and well being is a must-have, not a nice-to-have.
It was such a thrill to get to talk to Aimee--we've worked together in other capacities and it was fun to delve into this aspect of her life and work.
You can reach Aimee on LinkedIn. She loves connecting with people!
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Listen in on my conversation with Dr. Dan Franz, a therapist, speaker, consultant, and organizational health coach. We discuss many topics including mental health, resilience, logotherapy and the search for meaning, and how most of our systems are missing the boat.
Any day talking with Dan is a good one and I think you'll learn a lot listening to this episode. And...thanks to Dan I've put Viktor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning on my reading list for this year.
Find Dr. Dan on his website DanielAFranz.com and listen to The Meaning Project podcast where he discusses topics related to mental health and meaning through the lens of logotherapy and existential analysis.
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Listen in on my conversation with Cam Beaudoin, a digital inclusion and disability accessibility expert. We discuss many topics related to disability and resiliency, including how he got started thinking about accessibility, visible and invisible disabilities, and how leaders can create safe spaces.
Cam is thoughtful and funny and not afraid to answer (or ask) hard questions. He really got me thinking during this conversation.
The best way to reach Cam is on LinkedIn, where he shares his thoughts about #accessibility, #inclusion, and #leadership. Check out his LinkedIn live episodes every Friday where he talks with other disability advocates and gets down to the nitty-gritty about inclusion and helps build awareness about these important issues.
CamBeaudoin.com
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Listen in to learn about resilience and what you can expect from this podcast.
Thanks to special guest Kyla Cofer for helping me launch the podcast.
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