Best Janet Ioli Podcasts (2025)

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E120: The Courage to Let Go of an Old Identity 16:27

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At some point in life, every one of us faces a moment of reckoning, the quiet knock inside that tells us we’ve outgrown a role, a title, or even an identity we’ve carried for years. In this episode of The Inner Edge, Janet explores the courage it takes to let go of who you’ve been to step into the person you’re becoming. Janet shares her own deeply…

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E119. Breaking The Golden Handcuffs: A Mid-Life Career (And Identity) Reinvention 30:49

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What happens when you step away from a senior corporate title and go out on your own? Ian Ziskin shares the emotional inner‑work and tough questions behind making the transition from CHRO to Executive Advisor and Consultant. In this episode, Janet and Ian explore what it really takes to move beyond the “golden handcuffs” of corporate life into a se…

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E118. Leadership After 50: Reclaiming Your Voice and Leveraging Your Wisdom 13:03

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What happens when decades of experience no longer seem to be valued? When you're quietly dismissed, overlooked, or labeled a "blocker"—despite still having the fire, brilliance, and drive? In this powerful solo episode, Janet Ioli names what so many leaders over 50 are silently feeling: the creeping sense of invisibility in organizations that prize…

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E117. Begin Again: The Life-Changing Lesson a 96-Year-Old Taught Me 17:06

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If you’ve ever thought about making a change—starting something new, going back to school, or following a dream you’ve quietly tucked away—only to hear the voice in your head say, “Nah… It’s too late,” this episode is for you. In this deeply personal and inspiring conversation, Janet shares a story that shook her out of that ‘It’s too late’ mindset…

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E116: Leadership Advice? No. What We Need Is Space 19:34

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We live in a world that bombards us with advice, hacks, tips, and strategies for doing life and leadership “better.” But what if the real answer isn’t more information, but more space? In this raw and soul-touching solo episode, Janet opens a new chapter of The Inner Edge podcast. She invites us into a more honest conversation about what it means t…

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Welcome to The Inner Edge: Leadership, Self-Mastery, and Reinvention for a New Era 2:43

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Are You Ready to Stop Performing Success and Start Living It? If you're an executive experiencing leadership burnout recovery, this episode marks a turning point. I'm Janet Ioli, and after years of providing authentic leadership coaching to Fortune 200 leaders, I've discovered something powerful: the most transformative leaders aren't those who com…

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Speaking with Confidence: Ruth Milligan on Leadership 28:00

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Stop believing the lie that charismatic speakers are just "born that way." Every confident communicator you admire built their public speaking skills through deliberate habitual practice and self-awareness—and today, communication expert Ruth Milligan is pulling back the curtain on exactly how they did it. If you've ever felt your heart race before…

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Childhood Attachment: How Culture Shapes Your Leadership 13:59

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What if I told you that 95% of your leadership decisions aren't actually yours? In this raw and revelatory episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on the invisible cultural conditioning that's been running your leadership show from behind the scenes. After years of coaching global executives and my own journey from perfectionist performer to authenti…

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Childhood Attachment: How Early Wounds Shape Your Leadership 13:14

2M ago13:14

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What if I told you that the most successful leaders are often the ones people fear most? In this raw and revealing episode of Leadership Presence, I pull back the curtain on how early childhood experiences and attachment styles create unconscious behavior patterns that can turn brilliant executives into emotional time bombs. Through the gripping st…

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E111: Childhood Attachment: The Hidden Influence on Your Leadership Style 13:00

3M ago13:00

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What if I told you that your biggest leadership struggles—the micromanaging, the sleepless nights worrying about team perception, the emotional distance you can't seem to bridge—aren't actually leadership problems at all? In this transformative episode of Leadership Presence, I'm revealing the psychological forces that are secretly running your lea…

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E110: Somatic Techniques for Speaking Anxiety with Jimmy Cannon 22:07

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You're a seasoned executive who's weathered countless storms, made million-dollar decisions under pressure, and built your reputation on steady leadership presence. But mention that upcoming keynote, and suddenly you're that terrified kid in third grade again, voice barely above a whisper, palms sweating at the thought of all those eyes on you. You…

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E109: Leading During Crisis: Self Care & Leadership Presence 6:20

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Are you drowning in uncertainty while everyone expects you to be the calm in their storm? In the third episode of this three-part series, I talk about leading through change and uncertainty when you're battling your own leadership anxiety behind closed doors. Hear what it really takes to maintain executive presence when everything feels like it's f…

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E108: Leadership During Crisis: Building Internal Resilience 7:30

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The ground is shifting beneath your feet. Contracts are uncertain. Funding is up in the air. And as a leader, you're expected to have all the answers when you're barely keeping your own head above water. In this raw and powerful episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to lead when the world feels like it's in free fall. In thi…

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E107: Leadership During Crisis: Managing Anxiety & Uncertainty 7:31

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Right now, seasoned executives everywhere are waking up in the middle of the night with that familiar knot in their stomach, wondering if their teams will survive the next policy shift or funding cut. In this raw and honest episode, I don't sugarcoat the reality that many leaders are facing. I dive straight into the messy, uncomfortable truth about…

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E106: Command Without Control: Mike Abrashoff's Leadership Story 22:43

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What if everything you've been taught about leadership is actually holding your team back? Join me as I sit down with Mike Abrashoff, former Navy commander and bestselling author of "It's Your Ship," who shattered traditional leadership paradigms by asking one simple question: "What do you think?" When Mike took command of USS Benfold, it was near …

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E105: Reclaim Your Inner Voice: The Path to Authentic Leadership 12:19

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When was the last time you heard your true inner voice speaking through all the noise of expectations? In today's powerful episode of Leadership Presence, I (Janet Ioli) share the thunderbolt moment that changed everything for me—losing my father at age 60 before he could enjoy the retirement he'd been waiting for. This wake-up call sent me on a jo…

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E104: Breaking Free from External Validation at Work 9:38

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Do you find yourself constantly seeking approval before making decisions at work? In this transformative episode of Leadership Presence, I tackle the confidence-crushing habit of seeking external validation in the workplace. I share the story of "Tanya," a brilliant executive who remained stuck in perpetual approval-seeking mode, and reveal the fou…

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E103: Taming Your Inner Critic: A Leader's Guide to Self-Compassion 13:16

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Ever stood at your own success party and talked people OUT of celebrating you? That's exactly what I did at my own book launch, paralyzed by a merciless inner critic that had me rewriting the same book SIX times over SEVEN years. In this raw and revealing episode, I pull back the curtain on my battle with self-criticism and share the exact moment I…

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E102: Defy Ageism and Find a More Fulfilling Career Path in Your 50s and Beyond with John Tarnoff 32:13

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“You probably have the skills you need to take it to the next level because you've gotten this far. So, at least believe in yourself enough based on the evidence to know that you're gonna make it through. ” - John Tarnoff In this episode, I talk to John Tarnoff, executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author, who helps mid-career profes…

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E101: Expand Your Leadership by Expanding Your Awareness Quotient with Brian Cunningham 24:19

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“It all starts and ends with our awareness.” - Brian Cunningham You’ve heard of IQ. Maybe EQ. But have you considered the importance of your AQ? In this episode, I talk to Brian Cunningham, an author who went from working as a parking lot attendant at a hospital to being the hospital’s CEO for over 10 years. You'll hear Brian talk about why IQ and …

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E100: How to Work With Someone You Don’t Like 13:36

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“ The reality is you're going to work with people you don't like, it's inevitable. But you always have a choice. You can let those relationships drain your energy. You can let them impact your reputation and how you're seen by your boss, or you can be strategic about how you navigate them.” In this episode, I talk about the complicated yet unavoida…

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E99: Become a Better Leader by Becoming a Better Human with Manfred Kets de Vries 40:29

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“ They come to my courses, usually they want to be better leaders. They want to have better and more effective teams. They want to change the corporate culture, but in the end they talk about their mothers, their fathers, their spouses, their children, their life.” In this episode, I talk to Manfred Kets de Vries; executive coach, psychoanalyst, an…

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E98: How Leaders Can Handle Mistakes with Grace 11:01

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“Mistakes are inevitable, but they don't have to define you. What does define you is how you handle them.” In this episode, I talk about how to navigate the times you make a big mistake that impacts you and others in your organization. We’ll cover how to take responsibility with clarity and confidence instead of reacting emotionally; and how to ow…

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E97: 5 Tools to Handle Tough Feedback From Your Boss 11:10

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“ The truth is feedback isn't supposed to feel comfortable. Growth is never comfortable. If you can learn to take feedback without letting it throw you and if you can hear it, process it, and take what's useful without getting defensive, you'll rise faster than you ever imagined.” In this episode, I talk about getting feedback from your boss, espec…

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E96: Are You Unintentionally Eroding Your Leadership? Here’s How To Stop It 16:52

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“ Your leadership presence is built not just on what you say or how good you are at your job, but on how you show up consistently.” In this episode, I talk about professionalism and etiquette, because the subtle ways you communicate respect, credibility, and authority without even realizing it can make or break you as a leader. You’ll learn what …

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E95: Ignite! Find Purpose and Meaning Within Yourself and Your Organization with Dr. Alise Cortez 24:30

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“ I have been a card carrying member of the Walking Dead myself. I know what that is like. That's why I do the work that I do today, which is to awaken people to their passion and purpose and then inspire them to make a contribution worthy of their one precious life.” - Dr. Alise Cortez In this episode, I talk to Dr. Alise Cortez, the Chief Ignitio…

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E94: How to Navigate Workplace Politics as a Leader While Staying True to Yourself 11:49

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“ Leadership isn't just about doing great work. It's about building relationships, understanding the dynamics around you, and strategically positioning yourself and your ideas.” In this episode, I talk about something lots of people dread: workplace politics. To help you better navigate workplace dynamics with integrity, I’m sharing the story of a …

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E93: Lead Through Uncertainty with These 3 Strategies to Help You Become a Better Leader 10:04

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“ Uncertainty is part of the journey, but it doesn't have to derail you. When you do the inner work to remain centered and grounded, you lead with courage, clarity, and calm, even in the face of the unknown.” Nothing in our world is certain. While we like to believe we have things under “control”, our environment is filled with unexpected influence…

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E92: How to Lead With Integrity When Your Organization’s Values Are Not Aligned With Yours 11:12

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”You still believe in your bones that this work matters. This is what you have been advocating for. You've been sponsoring these [programs]. So what do you do [when they’re axed]? Do you stay silent to keep your job? Do you push back and risk being fired, risk your position, and then your livelihood? Or is there another way?” In this episode, I ta…

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E91: Why Being a “Likeable Badass” Will Increase Your Status And Effectiveness as a Leader with Alison Fragale 27:18

7M ago27:18

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“ If there's a starting line of status, women are not starting at the same place. We're starting several steps back because people ascribe more respect to one category [men] than another.” - Alison Fragale If you're a woman leading an organization, you cannot miss this episode. Today, I talk to Alison Fragale, an organizational psychologist, profes…

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E90: Can You Stay Calm Under Pressure? 3 Strategies to Regulate Your Emotions 11:50

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“ Staying calm under pressure isn't about being emotionless. It's about being intentional. When you regulate your emotions, you create an environment where trust and collaboration can thrive.” In this episode, I talk about the ability to regulate your emotions, which is a life skill that can make or break your effectiveness as a leader. I share the…

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E89: Are You a Reactive Leader? Leveraging the Power of the Pause to Lead with Clarity, Empathy & Purpose. 9:26

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“Leadership is full of moments where your first reaction is not your best reaction. And I know you know what I mean. But when you pause, you create space to lead with clarity, empathy, and purpose.” In this episode, I talk about why pausing is so powerful, how it can transform the way you lead, and practical ways you can start using it right away. …

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E88: Using Storytelling to Elevate Your Leadership And Influence with Annette Simmons 25:53

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“Storytelling is, of course, the best way to influence someone. People don't care about your facts. They don't want any more of your damn information. They’ve got too much to deal with right now. But what they need and what they crave in you is faith.” In this episode, I talk to Annette Simmons, an expert on the power of storytelling, public speake…

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E87: Self-Mastery - The Inner Work of Leadership 12:43

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“Great leadership begins with mastering the inner work.” Welcome to the first episode of the new season of Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership. In this episode, we're going to dive into the foundation of self-mastery: the inner work of leadership. We'll discuss why the most important work you'll ever do isn't about becoming…

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E86: Power Talks Recap: Mastering the Voice Within and Overcoming Self-doubt 26:15

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“Every great leader begins by mastering the voice within.” - Janet Ioli Welcome to this special and last episode of the season. In this episode, we're tackling a challenge even the most successful leaders face: self-doubt. We’ll revisit important lessons from my Power Talks interview series from the very early episodes of this podcast. You'll hear …

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E85: The Secret Sauce for Leading Transformational Change with Ian Ziskin 26:32

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“People and organizations collectively can waste a lot of time being in denial and not facing reality, or explaining away why things are the way they are, rather than dealing with reality and taking action.” If you are leading change and transformation in any organization, today’s conversation is full of tips and ideas on how to be sure you are doi…

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E84: What to Do When You’re Underestimated as a Woman in Leadership 15:11

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“He said, ‘Well, Janet. I'll say what I really thought of you when I first saw you. The first thing I thought is, “Oh, here's blonde bimbo. And what is she going to say?”’ [...] Then he goes, ‘You talked and I thought, Wow, Barbie has a brain.’” In this episode, I talk about something women leaders are unfortunately no strangers to: being underesti…

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E83: Be Convincing! Get Better at Influencing Others with Adele Gambardella & Chip Massey 23:11

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“The research shows that many of us do not develop new convincing techniques past the age of six. So, wherever your set point is in kindergarten or first grade, that's pretty much what you're going to do from a convincing strategy as an adult because most of us are too scared to try something new. We're only going to do what worked in the past.” - …

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E82: Bridging the Generational Gap an Interview with Gen Z 26:19

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“That 90-year-old woman was once 9 years old. I think people forget that they were once that age.” In this episode, I talk to my goddaughter, Ariel Debeniotis, a 16-year old high schooler, to get her thoughts about what Gen Z is expecting from the world of work. As someone who is working in her first job, you’ll learn about what Generation Z is thi…

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E81: Exploring Human Development and Humanity with Dr. Susanne Cook-Greuter 40:01

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“Look for the extraordinary, the simple, delicate extraordinary. But to see, to find it in nature and in other people and in situations, and in organization state, there's almost always something you can find that is precious, but you have to look.” When I first started studying human development, I encountered Dr. Cook-Greuter’s books and theory o…

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E80: Balancing Ego and Soul as a Leader 9:01

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“It's not about completely eliminating ego, but about recognizing when it's taking over and consciously choosing to realign with a soul-driven purpose.“ In this episode, I talk about the delicate balance between ego and soul in leadership. Let’s explore when ego may be beneficial and when it may get in the way, as well as how we can lead from a pla…

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E79: Navigating Leadership in a Complex and Uncertain World with Dr. Jennifer Garvey Berger 22:08

1y ago22:08

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“I know that right now leading is tough, and that there is a pathway to more ease and more joy along with more success. We just need to forge a different way of leading.” In this episode, I talk to Dr. Jennifer Garvey Berger, one of the leading experts in the world on human development and leadership, and the co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leade…

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E78: Up Your Game: Personal Mastery Tips and Insights with Dre Baldwin 34:41

1y ago34:41

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“Can you show yourself the same respect that you show your parents, your teachers and military leaders, your coaches, and your bosses? That's the biggest challenge that most people have.” If you're trying to up your game in work and in life, you definitely don't want to miss this episode. I talk to Dre Baldwin, a former professional athlete turned …

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E77: Winning Leadership Strategies of Successful Women Leaders with Julia Boorstin 28:14

1y ago28:14

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I’m excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation. In this power-packed episode, I talk to Julia Boorstin, CNBC’s Senior Media & Technology Reporter and creator of CNBC’s ‘Disruptor 50’. Julia has…

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E76: Simplifying the Paradoxes of Leadership with Dave Ulrich 44:46

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You might have missed some of our earlier episodes with powerhouse thought leaders and experts. I’m excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year for an encore. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation. In this episode, I talk to the lege…

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E75: Leadership Lessons from a Successful Entrepreneur with Candace Nelson 36:43

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I know many of you might have missed some of our earlier episodes. So today I’m excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation. In this episode, I have a great conversation with Candace Nelson. She…

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E74: The Mother Wound, Relationships, and Leadership with Mari Grande 34:24

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“Part of the work of becoming a better leader is doing inner work.” Since great leadership starts from the inside-out, I have been inviting therapists and mental health experts on the podcast to talk about deeper issues that may impact the way we lead. While building leadership skills and competence is important, how we show up every day is driven …

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E73: Emotional Contagion and 3 Practices to Help You Manage Your Energy 9:44

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“You carry a virus that spreads to your co-workers. It spreads wherever you are, but it definitely spreads at work. So, what is the result of the virus you carry?” In this episode, I talk about emotional contagion and how our emotional and energetic tones are picked up by those around us. Emotions are contagious. Do you ever find yourself energized…

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E72: The Impact of Trauma on Leadership with Kelly Campbell 40:36

1+ y ago40:36

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Does childhood trauma impact leadership in organizations? Rarely is this topic discussed, which is why I'm eager to bring this episode to you today. To discuss this complex topic, I invited Kelly Campbell, trauma-informed leadership coach and author of the book "Heal to Lead". Kelly shares her personal journey of healing from childhood trauma and h…

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E71: How to Lead with Respect: 4 Subtle Habits That Signal Disrespect 13:35

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“Respecting others may be your intention. But your actual words and actions demonstrate intentions to others.” In this episode, I discuss the difference between your intentions and your actual actions as a leader, particularly in the context of showing respect to others. "She may be smart, but she doesn't respect others." This was an actual comment…