We need a new definition of success—one that harmonizes meaning and money. Imagine diving into your workday with renewed energy, leaving behind the exhaustion or dread of a monotonous grind. Traditional beliefs about success and the root cause of burnout are the same: Prove yourself. Work harder. Take care of the business, and it will take care of you. We’re recycling the mindset and practices that keep us stuck. Our souls need a jumpstart into The Age of Humanity. Tune in for a new way of w ...
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Humancentric Podcasts
Aga and Łukasz Szóstek inspire leaders to reflect on the possibilities and challenges of 21st-century leadership through inspired conversations with amazing guests. They together discuss topics such as change, innovation, common sense, empowerment and more, each of them unique for one season of their podcast. Join them as they Catch The Next Wave.
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Welcome to the Digital Ninjas podcast for the people in the ecosystem of digitization who are inter-connected by data and technology initiatives, creating, using and improving informational assets to deliver value. We discuss digital components and data topics, share best practices, and professional development all of which are filled with inspiration and fun. Joining you on your data journey! Take a listen. Share a listen (repost or share a link). Like this podcast. Leave us a comment. Subs ...
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A team of professional storytellers dedicated to highlighting how ordinary people can be capable of such extraordinary things. We are always on the lookout for unsung heroes and emerging leaders that are transforming the world around them each and every day. Our guests range from the world of sports and medicine to business and entrepreneurship. Each episode offers you insights into how these amazing humans have managed to conquer fear and persevere through seemingly insurmountable challenge ...
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Honor vs. Shame: The Hidden Force Driving Your Culture
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“Honor builds trust and safety, not through flattery, but through real recognition.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession introduces the Humanity Quadrant, a leadership tool that challenges traditional business mindsets. The model separates performance from personal worth, promoting honor over shame. Rebecca explains how …
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"In a world where competition drives performance, what happens when it drives us apart?" In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how competition—both external and internal—can wreak havoc on our nervous systems, causing stress, disconnection, and burnout at work. Through a fascinating breakdown of neuroscience, Rebec…
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“The stress of uncertainty is often worse than making the tough call and moving forward.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares the story of a coaching client whose promotion quickly turned into an intricate web of team challenges, tough decisions, and personal stress, transforming what should have been a celebratio…
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“What would it look like if you switched from fear to love?” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares how the core motivations behind our actions—love or fear—shape everything from addiction recovery to feedback at work. Through the anonymous story of a client’s transformative self-observation, Rebecca reveals how fear…
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When Business Breaks the Brain: 10 Norms That Undermine Nervous System Safety
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“The nervous system needs space between stressors.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores 10 common business practices that undermine nervous system safety, sabotaging performance, connection, and well-being at work. These issues arise not from malicious intent but from outdated norms that have gone unchallenged. …
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The Power of Reflection: 10 Questions to Regulate, Restore, and Reconnect
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“Reflection is one of the bravest things that you can do.” In this midyear episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession leads listeners through a 10-question reflection to reset the nervous system, clarify vision, and strengthen leadership. Combining neuroscience, business, and spiritual wisdom, Rebecca emphasizes how regulation and safe…
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Belief, Trust & Data: Leading Without Falling for the Counterfeit
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“Great leadership isn’t about being right, it’s about being open and helpful.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses how belief, trust, and data interact to shape our leadership and why the order in which we use them matters. She explains how belief lives in the thinking brain, trust is felt through the body’s ne…
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The Counterfeit Life: When Control Feels Like Safety - But Keeps You Stuck
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“Control feels like safety, but it will never deliver the peace that you’re craving.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about how our pursuit of control often leads to exhaustion, frustration, and a constant battle within our nervous system. While control feels like safety, it ultimately keeps us stuck and anxiou…
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“What if clear and concise communication isn’t just about saying less, but saying more effectively?” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about how men and women communicate differently in business and how this dynamic can cause challenges in leadership and decision-making. Instead of striving for perfection in comm…
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“When you protect your team from the storm, you create space for focus, trust, and innovation.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses what it really means to “hold up the umbrella” as a leader. It’s more than just shielding your team from distractions, it’s a principle rooted in neuroscience, real-world leadershi…
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“Changing jobs or zip codes won’t fix a soul-level misalignment.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares a heartfelt and energized reflection on how true transformation doesn’t come from external changes, but from doing the inner work of aligning with your authentic identity. From prayerful moments on her patio to sp…
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"What if failure isn’t a flaw, but a feature of our human learning system?" In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores how shame and performance-driven identities can distort our future and block authentic growth. Instead of striving for perfection, Rebecca invites us to see failure as a sacred curriculum, the very pat…
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The Personal, Emotional, and Social Science of Business is Human
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“When we ignore our personal, emotional, and social needs, we end up striving instead of thriving.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how the modern obsession with control, metrics, and optimization can disconnect us from what really fuels growth—our authentic human needs. Drawing from neuroscience, scripture, …
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When You Get Stuck in Data, You Lose Touch with the Future
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“Data gives us clarity, but without vision, it can also lead us straight into confusion, fear, and burnout.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how the modern workplace obsession with data can quietly disconnect us from purpose, progress, and people. Drawing from neuroscience, scripture, and her years as a coach…
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More Than a Problem to Solve: Reclaiming the Experience of Being Human
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"You are not a problem to be fixed." In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession delves into the habit of constant analysis that often keeps us stuck in survival mode. She explores how this tendency to fix everything, whether personal or professional, can disconnect us from the joy of simply experiencing life. Rebecca shares ins…
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Men & Women - Designed to Work Together: The Science, the Soul, and the Strategy
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“You can’t lead well if you don’t know how you’re wired.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses navigating the complexities of working with, and leading across gender lines. She calls on both men and women to move beyond competition and instead embrace their complementary strengths to co-create the future of work…
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Your Vacation Isn’t Rest: What You Really Need to Recover
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In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession opens the conversation to the hardworking folks, who are banking on summer vacation to fix their exhaustion. You’re planning the beach trip, dreaming of the bevy in hand, but deep down, you know a few days away won’t solve what feels off. Rebecca breaks down the neuroscience behind why…
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Elevating Leadership with Emotional Intelligence and Executive Support with Paige McPheely
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“We celebrate burnout like it’s a badge of honor—but what if the real power move is asking for help?” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession sits down with Paige McPheely, founder of Base, to talk about what truly supportive leadership looks like—and how executive assistants are the unsung heroes behind high-performing lead…
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Inside Out: Don’t Let Scrolling Keep You Stuck
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”God's true intention is that each of us live our authentic lives, and then be able to be in relationship in respect for one another, for our uniqueness and our differences” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the paradox of modern advice culture and the danger of endless scrolling. Triggered by two back-to-back…
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How to Lead People Who Are Just There for the Paycheck
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“ If people aren't being paid enough to feel safe and live well, they ain't caring about your mission.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about the common but often misunderstood truth in today’s workplace: not everyone wants to climb the corporate ladder. Some people are just here for the paycheck—and that’s per…
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Doors, Disruption, and Direction: Knowing When to Move Forward
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In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses the powerful concept of transition—whether it’s a new job, relationship, or life stage—and how it can reset our minds and open up new possibilities. Inspired by the science behind walking through literal and metaphorical doors, Rebecca explores how our brains react to change …
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When You’re Great on Paper, Meh in Real Life
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”You are not too late for a great life, ever. You're not too late for change. You're not behind.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession speaks directly to the high achievers who feel stuck—not burned out, but just… blah. You’re performing, checking all the boxes, and maybe even winning awards, yet something still feels off…
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“Once you know your worth, no broken system can take it away.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the struggle many employees face—feeling undervalued, disconnected, and stuck in a system that prioritizes external validation over intrinsic worth. She unpacks why so many people experience burnout, not just from …
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“Leadership isn’t about being above anyone—it’s about moving people forward.” In this episode of Business Is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the widespread burnout among managers and the outdated leadership models that are failing today’s workforce. With the traditional top-down structure continuing to crumble, Rebecca challenges the noti…
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A Reflection on Burnout and Work Alignment
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“When you work in alignment with your strengths, your nervous system operates far more efficiently and effectively so that your energy is better, you experience more joy.” In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares a deeply personal and insightful exploration of how doing work that doesn’t align with our natural strength…
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