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Send us a text“It's the responsibility of leaders to help people connect to what it is they want, and it is in harmony with what you want, then you succeed."-David IbarraWhat might you be able to accomplish if you shift your mindset and see your team as equally important as your capital? Today I connect with David Ibarra, a renowned business leader in Utah and author of “Stop Drifting” a story about how one man finds his way to success by following key strategies that David credits for his own successful career. In this episode, we cover:David’s transition from a dishwasher to Director of trainingDavid path to finding his purpose in lifeHow to unleash your potentialWhat is pivoting the positive and how to do it? Leading with positive thought.Talent and Capital are equal partnersWhat to do when you inherit a teamTalent and Capital are equal partnersDavid Equation for success, revealed! Building a dream team; skills you needLeading the team you inheritSigns of having a negative drifter on your teamWhat is the Power of Positive Thought?About Today’s Guest: David Ibarra is a leadership consultant and entrepreneur. He is the founder of eLeaderTech, the Ibarra-Brito Group, and David Ibarra Enterprises. David received a U.S. Patent for his performance management software “Executing the Standards®” in September of 2000.David’s background spans highly successful careers in the hospitality and automotive industries. He was the General Manager of a large metropolitan automobile dealership for nearly 10 years and has held many other leadership positions within the retail automotive industry. David served as Director of Training for the Western United States and District Manager of Operations for the Marriott Corporation prior to entering the automotive industry. David also owned and operated several successful restaurants in the Western United States.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDo you ever feel like you are facing an impossible task? Join me today for a conversation with Kimberly Wiefling about ways to stretch your mind and grow your capability so you and your team can turn the impossible into “barely an inconvenience”!In this episode, we cover:Tips to turn individuals into leaders and to turn groups into high performing teamsCross pollination technique for innovation What is Work Shock therapy?Details on Leadership Learning LaboratoriesCore components of leadership... and what's missing Expand your comfort zone for new possibilitiesWhy do teams fail?Why is vulnerability important as a leader?A leader's responsibilityWhy salary is a distractionWhy the hierarchy is at the root of the dysfunction within organizationsAbout Today’s Guest: Kimberly enables leaders to avoid or fix the most common causes of failure in global teams, problems that damage or destroy companies, along with $Bs in shareholder value. A physicist by education, she has found that many of these are “human” problems that don’t require “rocket science”. All that’s required to achieve significant positive impact in many cases is to make common sense into common PRACTICE.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textFeeling stuck at work and in life is no fun. Tune in today for practical ways to enjoy this journey we call ‘life’ with daily practices to guide your way.In this episode, we cover:How to turn your situation around If you're feeling stuck.What does Firefly mean?Is following your Firefly a conduit for hope?How following your Firefly can increase your creative capacity.How to recharge your workplaceThe missing piece on workplace right nowMoving forward without all the answersWhat if you aren't free to follow your dreams?Why do new hires quit?Vandad Pourbahrami: “Every finish line is a new starting line”Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textSometimes when you're on the journey to your own personal pursuit of happiness or trying to get things done at work, there are going to naturally be some obstacles in your way. Sometimes those obstacles are circumstances. Sometimes those obstacles are other people. Sometimes those obstacles are even closer to home. Sometimes they're within us. No matter where those obstacles are, they have the ability to start drama.Hear from LinkedIn Learning expert, Marlene Chism, on the best way to stop drama so that you can get back to getting things done.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textOur guest today (Stephen Wiedner) is someone who has worked with Dr. Amy Edmondson, a leading expert in the area of psychological safety. What does psychological safety really mean in a workplace setting? What does it look like? How would you know if it's there and if it's not there, what's missing?In this episode, we cover:What is psychological safety at work? Psychological safety is the courage to speak up and how to embrace it. The important aspect of psychological safety. What does psychological safety look like?Celebrating diverse talents creates a sense of safetyDoes your company incentivize psychological safety?Details on Stephen’s training program that will introduces you to psychological safety.About today’s guest: Stephen WiednerStephan Wiedner is a psychological safety expert whose career has focused on developing sustainable high performance leaders, teams, and organizations. His passion for unleashing the collective potential of people has led him to cofound Noomii.com, the web’s largest network of independent life coaches, Skillsetter.com, the deliberate practice platform for interpersonal skills, and Zarango.com, the psychological safety training experts. Stephan has been a guest speaker for ACETech, MAGI, Marketing IMPACT Council, and many other audiences interested in psychology, business, and technology. His writing has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and other popular publications. Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textWe’re going to talk about this concept of overwhelm today. If you’re the type of person who says yes to all of the opportunities and is carrying more weight than one person can handle, then this episode is for you.Join me and Elayne Fluker, host of the Support is Sexy podcast as we unpack how burnout starts from within and what you can do to get out from under the weight of everything you signed up to do.In this episode, we cover:Current workplace trends, what you need to knowHow do you know if you're stuck versus settling? Questions you need to ask yourselfWays to overcome feeling stuckSigns and symptoms that you’ve taken on too much responsibility Tips that will help you stop forgetting thingsWhy support is sexyThe 3D’s that prevent others from helping you - Defiant, Defensive, DefeatedBeing defiant, defeated, or defensive, how to overcome it?Don’t forget to Ask For:H - ”H” is “having it all doesn’t mean doing it alone”E - “E” is to “ask empowering questions”L - “L” is to “live that question and let go of the how”P - “P” in the framework is about “believing in the possible” Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHow do you stay connected in a very disconnected world? Our guest this week is Paul Osincup. I’ve known Paul for a couple of years through the Association of Applied and Therapeutic Humor. Paul is a comedian at heart, and his mission is to create happy, healthy, and connected workplaces. He shares tools and tips with people to help them do that. About today’s guest: Paul OsincupPaul Osincup is a Speaker and Positive Workplace Strategist who helps organizations create happier, healthier, and more connected places to work. Paul’s global mission for workplace happiness has provided him the opportunity to work with hundreds of organizations including Nasdaq and the Harvard Kennedy School of Leadership. He’s a content creator for Happify, an app that provides evidence-based solutions for emotional health and well-being for over 4 million users. Paul is also a certified Stress Mastery Educator with the American Institute of Stress, and a training partner with the international work culture consultancy, “Delivering Happiness.” His TEDx Talk: “Leading with Laughter, the Power of Humor in Leadership” is used in corporate and collegiate leadership courses around the world and he is the President of the Association for Applied and Therapeutic Humor, an international organization dedicated to the study and application of humor to enhance health and human performance. Paul’s work has been highlighted in The New York Times, Forbes, and on his mom’s refrigerator.FacebookTwitterLinkedInInstagramSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDid your employees jump ship and leave you with some gaping holes to fill? Never fear. We have you covered. Check out today’s episode to find out how you can find your next team of rockstars.Key Takeaways:Real-life experiences from her American Airlines transition to working at an advertising agencyDanielle’s hiring strategy was behind making a million dollars in revenue in the first year of businessWays to attract a 5-Star candidate How you can incorporate a “Shadow Day” into your hiring processWhy aligning on core values between team members and the company is helpful for businessHow Danielle runs multiple companies in less than 10 hours per weekThe benefits of showing appreciation to your employees Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHow much courage does it take for you to “be you” at work?I have the pleasure of speaking to Jeremy Ryan Slate today. Jeremy is the founder of Create Your Own Life podcast. It's ranked number one on iTunes. Jeremy interviews some of the highest performers in the world and finds out how their approach to life contributes to their ultimate success. I'm happy to have Jeremy on today because of our focus this month on being yourself, walking boldly and courageously out there, and not letting your circumstances dictate how you show up.Key Takeaways: Jeremy shares his life experiences and lessons learnedHow to position yourself as the go-to person in your fieldHow to gauge if you are living a successful life How Jeremy uses humor to be resilientWhat is the true meaning of courageWhat differentiates the top 1% of performers from everyone elseHow to approach leadershipPerspectives on taking feedback like a champResources MentionedSo Good They Can't Ignore You by Cal NewportUnremarkable to Extraordinary by Jeremy Ryan SlateSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDo you feel like you can be honest, open, transparent, confident, and vulnerable at work, honest, open, transparent, confident, and vulnerable at work? Well. These are the top five qualities of authenticity bringing authenticity into the workplace.If you want employees who are going to be more committed and ready and willing to go above and beyond, then you’re in the right place today.About the GuestRachael Kay Albers is a creative director and brand strategist for businesses that burn the rulebook. When she's not helping brands set fire to the box instead of thinking inside it, she writes and hosts a podcast, Marketing Muckraking, about the intersection of branding, pop culture, tech, and identity. Rachael is also a stand-up comedian and hosts a business comedy show, Awkward Marketing, using sketch and storytelling to teach about entrepreneurship in the Internet age.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textIs it dangerous to joke at work? Let’s hear from a corporate comedian about the perils of using humor at work…and how you can overcome them. Key Takeaways:What sets Greg apart from other corporate entertainers?Greg Schwem makes Fortune 500 Companies laugh at themselvesGreg Schwem is not your typical comedianGreg rules as a comedianThe different definitions of what is funnyRock, Roll and Laugh your way to the topYou can't cancel laughterWork, Laugh, RepeatBenefits of humor in the workplaceSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHave you ever felt like… It's 7:30.The coffee hasn't kicked in yet. The to-do list is a mile long. Your phone just reminded you that it's still only Tuesday. And, there's no relief in sight?If you’re feeling so stressed out that you don’t know what to do with yourself, then this episode is for you. Key Takeaways:-How to bring more Levity and Humor in play into your life-How does humor help us build connections with ourselves and other people?-Importance of enjoying life and taking time to see the humorous side-Clarifying priorities, time, values, goals, vision for self and family-Tips that can help you get reconnected to playful moments-Details on the Therapeutic Perspective Podcast-What is Therapeutic Humor and was not Therapeutic Humor -Establishing mindfulness habits to boost calmness, creativity, and productivity-Mindset shifts in confidence, self-doubtSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textIn our last episode with Christie Buchele, we learned the mechanics of comedy and received a crash course in how to construct a joke. We're going to continue to celebrate Humor Appreciation Month with our next guest, Maria Ross, marketing maven. Our focus today is not so much on how to be funny, but how to appreciate the humorous aspects of what's going on in your life right now, no matter what is going on in your life right now. In this episode, Heather and Maria discuss:* Does humor in advertising really work?* Importance of understanding the humor of your ideal audience* How humor can be the secret weapon* What is Humor in the workplace?* Importance of using authentic humorThis is the third time that Maria has appeared on the Lead with Levity podcast. If you like this episode, you’ll love the others too:Episode 24: Why employees need storytelling and marketing tooEpisode 61: Will customers still like you?About The GuestHello! I’m Maria Ross, the founder of RED SLICE.As a brand strategist, author, speaker, podcast host, and actress (when I have time!) I believe cash flow, creativity, and compassion are not mutually exclusive. My infatuation with the power of storytelling started young. From dominating my kindergarten classroom to delighting theatre patrons to directing brand strategies, I’ve been entertaining and educating audiences from the moment I could walk.I’ve authored multiple books, including my most recent, The Empathy Edge (named by Forbes as a Top 11 book redefining leadership) and I’m host of The Empathy Edge podcast.See, empathy is at the root of all successful brands, movements, and stories. It’s a key competitive advantage. And I understand the power of empathy on both the brand and personal levels: In 2008, shortly after launching my business, I suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that almost killed me and inspired my best-selling memoir, Rebooting My Brain. It tells the story of my brain aneurysm and near-miraculous recovery—with tongue-in-cheek humor and levity (yes, really).As a brand and empathy expert, my insights have been featured in many media outlets such as MSNBC, NPR, Entrepreneur, and Forbes.com – and a slew of podcasts and video shows. As a keynote and workshop speaker, I’ve delighted live and virtual audiences ranging from TEDx to Women in Tech Regatta to BlogHer to The New York Times to Salesforce – and livened up many conferences and company events. My writing has appeared in media such as Entrepreneur.com, Newsweek, MarketingProfs, Life By Me, and The Huffington Post. I’m based in the San Francisco area with my husband, young son and the memory of my first Chief Morale officer, Eddie the Wonder Dog, but I work with clients all over the world. (Email, phone, and Zoom make everything possible).https://red-slice.com/ Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textY'all sit down and get ready, because it’s Humor Appreciation Month! We are showcasing comedians this month so if you are interested in learning more about that, please check out the website. Because it is Humor Appreciation Month, we better learn about some humor. Right? Today’s guest is Christie Buchele, a comedy instructor who has agreed to teach us how we can be at least 10% funnier. Key Takeaways in this Episode:The moment when Christie figured out that she is funny How to get started writing comedyHow to be a comedian - baby steps you need to knowReveal the two sides of comedyWhat are the purposes of comedy?Reveal the formula to become a successful comedianWhat to do when things don’t go well on stageLearning is success especially when you’re the leaderThe use of Humor in the workplaceAbout the GuestChristie Buchele is a Denver-based comedian who "fell" into comedy in 2010 when she went to see a cute guy do an open mic and thought to herself "I can do better." She was right. Despite being raised by her single father named Todd, Christie made a name for herself by joking about the heart-wrenching and hilarious realities of being a woman with a disability. ​Christie is a strong stand-up with weak legs and her comedy aims to make the audience think about how they perceive people with disabilities while making them hurt from laughter. Christie reps the Mile High City hard while crushing audiences with a wry, biting style that’s a bit sweet, and a little bit surly; proving time and again that you can say almost anything with a smile on your face and a gimp in your step.http://www.kpcomedy.com/christie-buchele.htmlhttp://facebook.com/Kirkland-Productions-123725907663590/http://twitter.com/[email protected] the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textWe are still in the month of March and it is still Appreciation Month! In honor of appreciation month, I just finished the Five Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace by Gary Chapman and Paul White.Excellent book. They argue that appreciation –showing you value the person, is more important than recognition. I agree that recognition programs these days have diminishing returns. What do you think? ABOUT THE GUESTDr. John Gillis, Jr. is a Program Director at The Conference Board. In addition, he facilitates, engages, and develops global executives in leadership and teamwork.Leadership Development: The classroom immerses in an experiential next-generation, digital and high-fidelity business simulation… the Leadership Xperience. He transforms leaders in critical executive competencies to become high-performing.Teambuilding Workshop/Keynote: This interactive workshop is based on his best-selling book, Powerhouse: 13 Teamwork Tactics That Build Excellence and Unrivaled Success. Leveraging coauthor Kristine Lilly’s US Women’s National Soccer Team experiences, he dynamically delivers how your organization can build Powerhouses: teams with great energy, strength and potential for success.Consulting: Through collaborative business relationships, John delivers expertise focused on strategic planning, board alignment, talent management, change management and organization development.Thought Leadership: Through The Conference Board Human Capital practice, he provides the world's leadiorganizations with the practical knowledge needed to improve their performance by focusing on key business issues. For the past nine years, he has provided brief, insightful and thoughtprovoking weekly blogs, Leadership Xpressions. Previously, Dr. Gillis has worked for numerous companies globally as a management consultant.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textGratitude is sort of the gateway drug to wellbeing. One thing that's really, really important for you to know about gratitude is that it gives you an opportunity to take a step back and to see the value in others, to see the value in your situation, and to reframe what you're going through.I have the pleasure of revisiting with a past guest. He’s an amazing person with some really cool experiences. His name is Robin Dreeke. Robin is the Founder and CEO of People Formula. The People Formula team helps people build up their communication skills so that they can build trust, rapport, and solid relationships with others. Robin draws on his experiences as a behavioral analyst, as well as his work with the FBI. And if you're interested, I encourage you to check out our original episode: “How to build rapport with anyone.”Join us today as we explore:10 statistics about gratitudeHow humor helps build stronger relationshipsHow to use self-deprecating humor wisely as a leaderHow Robin turns challenges into growth momentsHow to see the funny moments in the middle of a crisis Psychological safety, vulnerability, and tips for Type A peopleHow Netflix built its cultureResources mentionedGratitude statistics: 10 Amazing Statistics to Celebrate National Gratitude Month | HALOEpisode 10: “How to Build Rapport with Anyone” Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textWhat if you could buy insurance for every new hire in your organization that would guarantee retention or your money back? What a concept! A coaching and employee engagement firm called LeggUP® claims that it is the first company to insure employee productivity, wellbeing and retention for their clients.I wanted to speak to the CEO of LeggUP® to find out what this means, how it works, and what benefits they’ve seen from this new approach. Join us as we explore:Why and How LeggUP was founded How do you ensure employee retention?LeggUP results - from 44% turnover to zero in six monthsReveal what is special about LeggUP’s programManager tips on how you lift up your team Tips for keeping your team together in a remote environmentAlternatives to EAPHow LeggUp supports a fun work cultureAbout Tom FinnTom Finn is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of LeggUP®, the first company to insure employee productivity, wellbeing and retention for their clients. He is also the host of the Talent Empowerment podcast where he sits down with people leaders, talent development savants, founders, and executives from every industry to learn how they’re driving people innovation. Spending his entire career in the insurance industry, Finn possesses a wealth of experience in employee benefits, InsurTech, business development, and underwriting strategies—all central to the company’s unique offering, Talent Insurance®. Talent Insurance® provides a single platform for personalized professional development and preventative mental health support, for a fraction of the cost. Since launching in 2017, LeggUP® has helped organizations dramatically reduce staff turnover while increasing output, boasting impressive book-of-business results like a 73% improvement in employee job satisfaction, a 66% improvement in ability to avoid burnout, and a 39% improvement in physical health, lowering medical costs for client companies. LeggUP® improves the culture of organizations and issues Talent Insurance® payments to customers experiencing turnover.Finn has been recognized by The Financial Technology Report as a Top InsurTech Executive for 2021. In addition to being an active member of SHRM and PIHRA, Finn is a member of the Young Entrepreneurs Council, a Forbes contributor, and a 2021 Innovator of the year in his local business journal. LeggUP was additionally recognized as a Great Place to Work thanks to its inclusive company culture efforts. Finn previously worked at Aetna as VP, growing regional earnings from $6 million to $50 million and expanding the business from 110,000 covered employees to over 500,000. He was also the regional managing director of Anthem Blue Cross. Finn earned his MBA from the University of Southern California's Marshall School of Business and a Bachelor of Science in business from The University of Arizona’s Eller College of Business.LinkedInWebsiteSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDo you have a plan to navigate work when all hell is breaking loose at home? It’s pretty unrealistic to think that you can fully compartmentalize your work life and your personal life. Stress is stress–whether it’s happening during work hours or after hours doesn’t make a difference. It will eventually spill over into other parts of your life. I spoke to Theadora Vosse, a relationship coach, about ways to handle work when all hell is breaking loose at home. We don’t always get the chance to speak on this, but there can be levity even in the midst of struggle.Key Takeaways: Theadora Vosse on helping young singles & divorcées free themselves from shackles of their past to pave a clear path towards their future. Tips on balancing your career with your divorce.Boundaries and guidelines when sharing your vulnerability with other people at work. Sharing vulnerability will lead to closer friendships.Tips to balance and maintain your work and livelihood when you’re going through a majorly stressful life event.And learn so much more….About Theadora VosseI come from a high tech background, having supported some of the largest Tech companies’ leadership development programs. That’s how I used to define myself, based on my work. At the age of twenty-six that definition shifted when I separated from my spouse and ultimately divorced. This shift led me to take a pause and focus on my own healing journey. In taking that time, I discovered a passion for coaching in the areas of Finance, Love, and Life. I’ve found light, joy, and happiness through empowering others to discover themselves and become their own hero. Website: https://singleordivorced.orgInstagram: @singleordivorced Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDr. Brené Brown says that trust is choosing to risk making something you value vulnerable to another person's actions…distrust is deciding that what is important to me is not safe with this person in this situation. If I were to ask you to speak at an event, tell some jokes, and get naked in the process, how would you prepare for that level of courage and vulnerability?Our guest, Britt Meyer, is a Chicago-based Art Director and the host of Strip Joker, Chicago's only body-positive stand up comedy. There are lessons to be learned that we can apply to the workplace. [06:51] Get to know Britt Meyer and how she can help your brand to be recognized.[10:45] Aunt Jemima brand gets a new name - Secretly Revealed![15:12] A secret sauce that keeps the Ten35 organization so diverse.[19:30] Britt’s recommended ways to build trust in the communities[22:23] Learn more about Strip Joker that encourages body positivity through comedy and nudity[35:02] How Strip Joker Setting up 'Being Brave Space' on Stage - Secretly Revealed!About Britt MeyerBritt Meyer is an enthusiastic advertising creative with extensive experience in art direction, creative strategy, customer journey mapping, and concept development. With a passion for DE&I, they’ve spoken on numerous panels, (including The 3% Conference in 2019) created a standard of using pronouns in emails and meetings, and constantly works to create a culture of inclusion.At Ten35, Britt is a highly active team member often found punching up scripts, bringing culture changing ideas to the table, and proudly supporting all of their fantastic coworkers.Outside of work, they founded Strip Joker Comedy in 2016 to give more stage time and payment to marginalized communities in Chicago's stand up comedy scene, and uses this platform for fundraising and community engagement. Britt is openly genderqueer and champions inclusion for all in every project they approach.Britt's PortfolioMore about BrittSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a text It's 2022, and the focus is on checking in with people who are actually out there promoting levity, humor, and positive applications of laughter and play in the workplace for adults. I had the pleasure of speaking to the lovely Kay Ross. She's an applied improvisation trainer, a personal development coach, a storyteller extraordinaire, and she will even help you explore all of the wonderful possibilities in your life and in your organization.About Kay Ross:"I wear several related hats: Marketing-minded Editor/Copywriter, Applied Improvisation Trainer, and Personal Development Coach/Trainer. The common thread is Storytelling.I’m a marketing-minded freelance editor and copywriter – hire me if your company or organisation needs compelling, effective, shareworthy marketing words (in English), or your team needs a training workshop about marketing, editing, copywriting or business storytelling. I've worked with clients in a wide range of industries. My mantra: Marketing doesn't have to be sleazy.I’m an improv performer, and I lead tailor-made corporate “Applied Improvisation” workshops – hire me if you want your team to build their skills in leadership, teamwork, communication, creativity, innovation, emotional intelligence, and agile responsiveness to change, risk and uncertainty. My mantra: Life is an improvisation game.I work in the field of personal development and healing – my “The Playground of Possibilities” card deck and workshops will help your team (either individually or as a group) to transform their old, limiting thoughts, beliefs and stories about themselves, your organisation and world so that they heal and thrive (and that's good for the whole organisation). My mantra: Life is a playground of possibilities."Kay's WebsitePlayground of Possibilities WebsiteLinkedInSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textLet's welcome 2022 with a bang of levity! Here's a brand new episode with Dutch Martin, Roberta Gold, Ron Gagliardi, and Nancy Norton!Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textThere's a card game that draws colleagues together and brings levity in the workplace? We're in!About Jason Treu"CEOs, senior-level executives, managers, and employees call me their strategic advantage. I’m a combination of a team building expert, Chief People Officer, organizational psychologist, and a high-performance trainer.I’m highly effective at maximizing performance, building great teams, training managers to perform in the top 1% and helping employees make a significant impact in their roles. Clients also work with me for conflict resolution and employee engagement.My zone of genius lies in helping successful individuals reach that even higher level. I’m even better when it comes to teams and entire organizations."Download Cards Against MundanityWebsiteSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textIn this episode, we revisit productivity and priorities, and the implications of pursuing productivity amidst the pressure in the workplace. About Mayo OshinMayo Oshin writes about proven science and the habits of highly successful people for stress-free productivity and improved mental performance. He is a trusted source on strong work ethics, killing procrastination and time management. To get these strategies to stop procrastinating, get more things by doing less and improve your focus, you can join his free weekly newsletter or read more of his work at MayoOshin.Com. His work has been published in Business Insider, Entrepreneur, Inc. Magazine, Quartz, Thrive Global and more. Oshin’s book, “The Final Push: A Short Inspirational Step By Step Guide On How To Get First Class Marks”, was published in 2016, It is to help students prepare for their exams as well as stay motivated and consistent throughout the year.LinkedInWebsiteNewsletterSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textTune in as we provide an alternative perspective to historical workplace norms, and the challenges we face in society today.About Dr. LaTonya JacksonA dynamic, forward-thinking leader who contributes to a company's ongoing growth, given extensive experience in talent and workforce development, thought leadership, talent and change management, instructional design and strategy, and facilitation. An adaptable, passionate, and goal-oriented training professional highly skilled in collaborative partnerships, individual and group coaching, and people development. Builds strong interpersonal relationships by utilizing communication skills to connect with colleagues and clients. Through research-based solutions, improved organizational systems perpetuate and augment company revenue results, given a strong work ethic.In addition to this work, she makes time to volunteer with Unform Your BiasTM; a not-for-profit organization focused on reducing racial injustice through honest conversations and systemic solutions. She is co-author of 5 Blinders to Seeing Color and author of The Layoff Lab: 7 Strategies to Navigate a Layoff or Career Transition. She welcomes opportunities to speak. She is a writer and enjoys walking challenges, action movies, and time with family.LinkedInWebsiteSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textLet's delve into storytelling as a way to nurture your business. In this episode, master storyteller Jerome DeRoy shares with us his storytelling strategies.About Jerome DeRoyJerome Deroy is the CEO of Narativ. He met Narativ's co-founders, Murray Nossel, Ph.D., and Dr. Paul Browde, after responding to an ad for a production assistant. Soon after, they presented him with a shoebox full of ideas, saying, "We think there is a company in here." Narativ was born. Jerome coaches executives and leads storytelling workshops. His passion is to show you how you can use storytelling to enhance your onboarding program.LinkedInWebsiteYouTubeTwitterAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textAre you ready to navigate your next convo with ease? Tune in for conversation strategies from the creator of the Relationship Protocol, Debra Roberts. About Debra RobertsIn my book, The Relationship Protocol: How to Talk, Defuse and Build Healthier Relationships I teach people how to have effective and uncomplicated communication. The book describes the RP model in easy to read terms. The model itself is a common-sense approach that can benefit all relationships. And I know from many years of experience - if you give someone helpful, actionable tools for communicating, you’re not only going to improve their relationships, but you’ll grow their confidence and change their quality of life for the better.Let’s transform how people think about communication! Learn how to resolve differences, speak thoughtfully and become stronger together.WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a text86% of the people surveyed (Consumer Content Report) say that authenticity is important when deciding what brands they like and support.In this episode, we're going to talk about the power of authenticity and branding. Don't worry. It's going to be a good conversation. You're going to appreciate it. No matter what position you hold in your organization. Check out why it's so important to let the real you shine through....not the #authenticversionofyou.About Maria RossMaria Ross is the founder of Red Slice, a consultancy that advises solopreneurs, startups, and fast-growth businesses on how to build an irresistible brand story and authentically connect with customers. She is a keynote speaker who regularly speaks to audiences on marketing and building a standout brand that engages the right customers and drives growth. She is the author of Branding Basics for Small Business and The Juicy Guide eBook Series for Entrepreneurs.Maria started her career as a management consultant with Accenture and went on to build marketing and brand strategies for multiple companies, including Discovery Communications, Monster.com, BusinessObjects (now SAP), and many other startups and technology leaders, before starting her own business. Maria understands the power of empathy at both a brand and personal level: in 2008, six months after launching her business, she suffered a ruptured brain aneurysm that almost killed her. Her humorous and heartfelt memoir about what is was like to survive this health crisis, Rebooting My Brain, has received worldwide praise.Maria has made numerous media appearances, including on MSNBC, ABCNews.com, and Forbes.com; in Entrepreneur magazine; and on hundreds of radio shows and popular podcasts such as Entrepreneur on Fire, The Shameless Mom Academy, and Suitcase Entrepreneur. She writes a contributor column for Entrepreneur.com and has written for Huffington Post, MarketingProfs.com, Seattle Business, Life by Me, Inspire Me Today, Columbus CEO, among others.Resources mentioned:Website: www.red-slice.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/redslicemaria/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/redslice/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariajross/Email: [email protected]: The Empathy Edge: Harnessing the Value of Compassion as an Engine for Success (www.theempathyedge.com)About the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textI woke up one day and realized that I was too busy to enjoy life. Have you ever been there?I get real in this episode, and reflect on a common problem that we typically see as a "good problem to have" in America--busy-ness. We seek out this lifestyle because we stand to gain from it, but if we're honest with ourselves we know that we also have to give up some pretty important things in the process.Today, we take a moment to pause and think about how the curse of busy-ness keeps us from activating the more playful side of ourselves. We explore what playfulness is, redefine it for busy adults, and cover the benefits we stand to gain from being letting loose more often.I bring on a past guest, Robin Dreeke, to find out how he deals with the increasing pace of change in his life and how he is choosing to lead with levity.About Robin DreekeRobin is a best-selling author, professional speaker, trainer, facilitator, and retired FBI Special Agent and Chief of the Counterintelligence Behavioral Analysis Program. Robin has taken his life's work of recruiting spies and broken down the art of leadership, communication, and relationship building into Five Steps to TRUST and Six Signs of who you can TRUST. Since 2010, Robin has been working with large corporations as well as small companies in every aspect of their business. Whether it is newly promoted leaders, executives, sales teams, or customer relations, Robin has crafted his People Formula for quick results and maximum success.Website: https://www.peopleformula.comAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textThis episode is for managers and job seekers alike. I chat with Chris Delaney, interview expert, life coach, and hypnotherapist, about some very real challenges that come up in the interviewing process. Chris shared several key statistics and tips to make the process work well for both parties. Find out how you can ace your next interview!What's included in this episode:Why you need levity to increase your chances of finding a good fitWhat kind of humor works better in a job interviewHow too much pressure in an interview hurts the candidate's ability to showcase their talentsUnconscious bias in interviews and how to overcome itOur thoughts on the controversial handshake (especially during the pandemic)How AI is changing the interview gameHow a manager approaches an interview says a lot about the company's cultureAbout Guest: Chris DelaneyChris Delaney is a qualified NLP Life Coach, Hypnotherapist and Career Advisor. With over 15 years of experience supporting people to achieve their life and career goals, Chris has the experience and skills to help you achieve your dreams. As an experienced Coach and the Founder of Employment King, Chris has years of experience to help you move forward in both your career and your life.https://christopher-delaney.com/Find Chris' books on AmazonAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textWe're experiencing a lot of turnover and movement across the job market right now. People are leaving their jobs in droves in search of better cultures, better supervisors, and better opportunities. What can you do to avoid becoming a casualty of the #GreatResignation?Tune in, because Dr. Beverly Kaye and I unpack the 4 letter word that seems to be missing right now--L.O.V.E.--and what that looks like at work.We talk about:Why love at work isn't such a dirty wordHow you can incorporate love into your leadership styleWhy your employees need to know what you love about them and their workHow love connects to inclusion and employee engagementWays that you can tell someone that you appreciate themAnd more!About Dr. Beverly KayeBeverly Kaye's name is recognized internationally as a professional dedicated to helping individuals, managers and organizations understand the practical “how-to” principles of employee development, engagement and retention. Her books and learning materials have stood the test of time.ATD honored her with their 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award recognizing her advanced knowledge and extensive practice across the talent development field. ISA (The Association of Learning Professionals) also honored her with their 2018 Thought Leadership Award for her body of work in support of work-related learning and performance. Through Beverly’s advocacy of ideas and commitment to actions, she has not only positively influenced clients and industry colleagues but has facilitated respect for the learning and performance industry overall.Beverly’s recent books in the career development field included Help Them Grow or Watch Them Go which provided overwhelmed managers with a way to blend career conversations into their everyday routine. Her most recent book Up is Not the Only Way was directed at managers and individuals and highlighted the career choices that were available other than the traditional career ladder.Her contribution to the field of engagement and retention included the Wall Street Journal bestseller, Love ‘Em or Lose ‘Em which offered managers 26 strategies for engaging and retaining their key talent. Love It, Don’t Leave It provided similar advice to individuals about how to take responsibility for their own work satisfaction. Hello Stay Interviews, Goodbye Talent Loss suggested an approach to using the idea of stay interviews to stem the tide of exit interviews.Beverly received her doctorate from UCLA in 1976 and founded Career Systems International, an organization dedicated to offering managers and employees practical learning solutions and consulting that enables organizations focus on their talent. As part of her own focus on talent, she recently transitioned its ownership to two key members of her leadership team. She supports the rebranded enterprise, Talent Dimensions, who delivers and expands on her thought leadership.WebsiteLove in the Workplace: Landmine or LifelineAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and buSupport the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHave you ever heard that culture eats strategy for breakfast? Well, it does. The best-laid plans won't get far if people aren't on the same page. Being in tune with your culture is the key to success.In this episode, Brett Putter and I talk about ways to embed culture within your organization. Tune in for ways to identify and celebrate the uniqueness of your culture and empower your organization to work more collaboratively.About Today's Guest: Brett PutterBrett is the founder and CEO of CultureGene he's also published a couple of books, one in particular that I'm interested in today, which is Culture Decks Decoded. About the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textIt's August! The season is changing and life is still knocking on your door. Do you want the ability to maintain inner and outer peace regardless of the situation? I do!I got a chance to speak to a spiritual mystic, Amy Lynn Durham, recently about this concept of spiritual intelligence (SQ). As you can imagine, she debunked some myths and shared how SQ fits in a corporate world. This show is for skeptics, mystics, and the usual suspects. I hope that you enjoy the banter and new ideas. Here are a few topics we cover:What does it mean to be a spiritual mystic and how does that play out in Amy's life?What is spiritual intelligence?Is spiritual intelligence faith-based or connected to a specific religion?How does spiritual intelligence connect to levity?The SQ21 - A tool that helps people build their SQ.Enjoy!About today's guest: Amy Lynn DurhamAmy Lynn Durham is the founder of Create Magic At Work™ and an international authority on improving workplace culture so employees and teams have better results with less drama and stress. In addition, Amy is:A U.C. Berkeley Certified Executive CoachCertified to coach in the 21 skills associated with Spiritual Intelligence (SQ) using the SQ21 Assessment. A Certified Emotional Intelligence Practitioner Discover all the ways you can connect with Amy and this concept below: Get her book "Create Magic at Work"FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInYouTubeAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textWho knew the pandemic would end so suddenly? Insert wink emoji!I had a delightful conversation with speaker, coach, and the co-founder of LeadHERship Consortium, Dr. Lori Baker-Schena. We discussed the most pressing matters for today's professional:Nutella vs. ChocolateQuirks that we picked up during COVIDWhat change management looks like coming out of the pandemicStaying positive A key issue that is often missed in customer service About Our Guest: Dr. Lori Baker-SchenaMy professional career reflects a journey … not a destination. I have continually re-invented myself based on three factors: a) my passions b) my ability to impact others and c) my ability to find joy every day. Each chapter of my life’s story is a building block to the expertise I bring to my clients.I co-founded LeadHERship Consortium, LLC with my dear friend and business partner Sabine Liedel. Our company is dedicated to developing successful women LeadHERs by filling in the training gaps that are a byproduct of promotion without preparation. We deliver real-life leadership skills through LeadHERship conferences, keynote speeches, corporate retreats and training, and interactive workshops. Our ultimate goal is to position women LeadHERs for success, creating careers that are empowering, fulfilling and joyful. https://www.loribakerschena.comwww.leadHERshipconsortium.comAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textI spend the majority of my time on this podcast honing in on the need to incorporate play, or for you adults, exploratory time into your workday. There will always be one more thing to do, and if you focus solely on that you miss the opportunity to celebrate the journey. You may even miss the opportunity to come up with fantastically creative ideas that often show up when you allow your mind to wander.Today, I spoke to Dr. Adarsh Vijay Mudgil, author of Let's Get It: Hustle and Grind Your Way to Personal Empowerment, a book about empowerment and pushing through no matter what. As a dermatologist, professional pimple popper and podcast host, Dr. Mudgil brings the energy. Check out our conversation about (almost) everything under the sun: Why Dr. Mudgil believes in the hustle and grindHow he went from "just graduated" to a successful dermatology practice in New YorkHow "hustle and grind" links to empowerment and personal successDr. Mudgil's advice on the one thing you can do to look amazing as you age (i.e., age like a vampire!)Pimple popping, Tik Tok, and what Dr. Mudgil did to keep his team together during the pandemicAbout our Guest: Dr. Adarsh Vijay MudgilI’m Dr. Mudgil, a New York City-based pimple-popping, podcasting, positivity-peddling dermatologist! A few years ago, when I became very active on Instagram, launched my YouTube channel, and started my podcast, some folks (understandably) may have thought I had a few screws come loose. After all, why would a successful dermatologist be posting content related to mindset and motivation, rather than about Botox, butt augmentation, and lip filler?!?Living on a plateau wasn’t for me, and shouldn’t be acceptable for anyone. Living on a plateau is settling for average, and average sucks. We can always do better, get better, and be better.About the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDoes your blood boil when it's time to chat with a loved one about politics, race, and other hot button topics? Do you feel misunderstood? Do you struggle to understand the other person's position? Well, if you ever wanted to bridge the gap, then you're in good company. Join me as I sit with Robin Hills, emotional intelligence trainer and founder of Ei4Change, as we unpack Dr. Seuss, Trump, racial stereotypes, and other hot button topics. Learn how to navigate your next conversation with grace today!About Our Guest: Robin HillsRobin Hills is an emotional intelligence coach, trainer, and facilitator with over 35 years' business and commercial experience.With more than 250,000 learners in 190 countries, Ei4Change are the leaders in emotional intelligence coaching and we provide a wide range of emotional intelligence courses and free resources. Our online courses are widely available and are being accessed internationally by businesses, groups and individuals all looking to make a change.About the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textContinuing with the theme of improvisation, I invited Michael Glatts, Founder of 901 Innovation, to chat about how improv techniques enrich the workplace. Michael shares how we all engage in improv when we get put on the spot at work and how we can build up our ability to tackle these situations when they come up. We also explore design thinking, LEGO play, and his advice for bringing more fun into your day.About Michael GlattsHaving decades of experience, always asking “why?”, Michael loves to challenge the status quo. It is the only way to break free, have fun, and unleash your unique ability.A class comic through twelve years of catholic and private school, Michael knew how to have fun, when to appreciate the supportive teachers, and when to challenge those “not-so-supportive” ones. Naturally, he carried this through college and into a fulfilling 26-year career with Pfizer Pharmaceuticals – a great company, oh but brutally bureaucratic. The perfect place to hone one’s disruptive skills with the right mix of humor, respect, and rebelliousness. Mix in 20 plus years of improv and the formula is set to take out to the world. Now it’s time to really have some fun!901innovation – Excite. Ignite. Take Flight.About the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textI always envied improv comics for their quick quips and on-the-spot ideas. But, then I learned that improvisation is a skill, and like any other form of entertainment, you can "get good" with practice. Then I learned that improv is not just entertaining, but also a powerful tool for the workplace. I had a fun, energy filled chat with renowned comedian and owner of Keeping it Human, Kathy Klotz-Guest. Check out this episode to find out how you can usher in creative problem solving and help your team with improv principles. About Today's Guest: Kathy Klotz-GuestKathy Klotz-Guest, MA, MBA, MLA, is a business storytelling strategist, author, speaker, and comedian. Founder of Keeping it Human, her mission is to help organizations turn jargon-monoxide into compelling business stories, abolish boring marketing, and uncover boldly creative ideas for marketing content, products, branding and more. She calls them idea orgasms!https://keepingithuman.comKathy's BooksLinkedInTwitterFacebookYouTube ChannelInstagramSlideshareAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textThis is our 50th episode! Thank you so much for supporting the podcast. You are a positive force in this world. I look forward to watching these ideas continue to spread as more and more people get plugged in. This podcast is for you! Let me know what part you liked most. Transformation can seem immediate, but there are often small changes that lead up to it that we don't see. Consider all of the small shifts that go into quitting smoking, or becoming patient. We have to replace the old perspective with a new one to encourage new behaviors and outcomes.As you know, we live in a volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous (VUCA) world. This word soup is referred to as VUCA, and it used to refer to managing under special circumstances. Now, VUCA is as commonplace as a "case of the Mondays." Today, we're going to explore ways to enjoy the ride.About Guest: Benny AusmusFor over a decade, organizational development coach Benny Ausmus has broken the mold of executive coaching and management consulting. Refusing to limit his methods to a one-size-fits-all formula, he approaches each new project by merging hard data with strategic development initiatives, tailoring bespoke transformation programs for companies, teams, and individuals using his dynamic TLC coaching system. Benny works seamlessly with each leader’s individual strengths, challenges, and style to design, iterate, and execute powerful programs for improvement, growth, and exceptional ROI. Now, in The Transformational Leadership Compass, he lays out this dynamic system of transformation to help leaders create the big changes required to adapt, thrive, and shape the future. WebsiteLinkedInTwitterAbout the Lead with Levity PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textI've had the privilege to work with several mentors over the years, and I can personally attest to the power of having someone in your corner who can help you find the clarity you need to navigate life's choices. If you have anyone who looks up to you (and you should have at least one person), then this episode is for you!Find out:The difference between a coach and a mentor What it takes to be a great mentorHow Greg navigates different coaching scenariosHow to know if you have a good coach About Today's Guest: Greg BallardGreg has held many unique titles in his professional career and has seen many ups and downs in his life. During these transitions, he discovered his passion for mentoring and leadership development. As the CEO and founder of Five C Consulting, Greg works with CEOs to small business owners to improve their mindset, business habits and overall approach in order to improve productivity, communication, strategic decision making and many other challenges leaders face. With Greg’s help, clients are more prepared and better equipped to deliver difficult feedback, navigate politics and influence their peers. Greg helps to pave the way for personal development with his clients as well. He serves and supports his clients by offering the right tools and insight to set them on a clear path and helps them understand how to maintain their progress. Greg is a Certified Professional Coach, Professional Certified Coach, Authorized Partner for Everything DiSC, Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, PXT Select and Energy Leadership Master Practitioner. "I love to serve people through coaching, and believe each and every person possesses a unique and powerful gift."LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gwballard/Website: https://five.consulting.comInstagram: @greg.ballrdFacebook: https://facebook.com/fivecconsultingEmail: [email protected] the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDo you remember (back in the day), when people were obligated to let you know if your hair was out of place, or your fly was down, or you were being stalked through the halls by a toilet paper roll? Do you remember getting upset if you made it through the whole day with something on your [insert object or body part] all day without so much as a peep from your colleagues? I do!Unfortunately, people are less likely to let you know about an online faux pas. The odds are higher that someone will take a screenshot and share it with their friends than the odds of them quietly IM'ing you to ask you to adjust yourself. I chat with today's guest, Kim Foley, about the ways that we trip ourselves up online and how to avoid looking foolish on camera even if you may look a little bit silly off-camera!In this episode, we cover:Kim's cringeworthy cat video that led her to learn how to master Zoom meetingsHow to setup your desk for maximum poise and presenceDo's and don'ts for your online wardrobePro tips to boost your wifi and internet connectionKim's virtual meeting etiquette guideAbout Our Guest: Kim FoleyKim Foley shares the expertise she has gained in more than 25 years as an award-winning video producer, media trainer, and television stylist, as well as best practices, and practical guidelines for putting forth your personal best—visually, verbally, and nonverbally. [GUIDE] Etiquette Guide for Online Meetings [BOOK] Virtual Meetings with Power and PresenceWebsite: https://kimfoley.comEmail: [email protected]: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz6xhMCzTMN_RnFUltryYfQLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimfoley/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimfoleyvideoFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimfoleyvideoAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textDo you ever feel like life is getting more and more complicated? As the world revs back up to "normal" speed, we are still straddling what was and what may be. I don't know about you, but I long for simpler times. Today's guest, Neal Schambra Stevens helps us reconnect with age-old wisdom--K.I.S.S. (keep it simple stupid). Living life to the fullest doesn't have to be a complicated endeavor.In this episode, we cover:How a good old fashioned to-do list saves the dayHow strategy is just a choice between what we will do vs. what we won't doEnergy management vs. time managementHow to practice energy managementAbout Our Guest: Neil Schambra Stevens“My mission is to enable people to be seen, to be heard and to be valued. The founding principles of Mercury Jam are kindness, gratitude, resilience and momentum. My focus is inspiring “Next Gen Leaders’ to excel through these principles to create a legacy mindset and a groundswell of positivity in business. And it starts with you, yourself. Celebrating little moments of daily joy helps create a way to live your life and combine your passions and your work every day.” About the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHave you ever wondered what it's like to work as a nurse? It takes a special mix of qualities to care for others when they are most vulnerable, and I admire the work that nurses do to help us all get back to good health. I feel this way about healthcare in general, but nursing specifically--how do they make it through the day? There is so much pressure to perform in healthcare. Let's talk about it!I interviewed the Lead with Levity podcast's first major fan and supporter, Marcylle Combs. She's fun, wise, and a no-nonsense entrepreneur who cares deeply about the future of healthcare.In today's episode, we cover:Marcylle's entrepreneurial journey through running a $60+ million dollar real estate, home hospice, and other healthcare services businessesWhat it was like for me living in the dry (no alcohol!) county of Denton, TexasMarcylle's leadership philosophyHow to maintain friendships with coworkers without the dramaWhat it's like building a business as a female entrepreneur and mother of 5And more!About Our Guest: Marcylle Combs, MS, RN, BS, CHCEMarcylle Combs has spent her over 30 years of her adult life working as a nurse, director, administrator and ultimately as owner/president leading a large healthcare organization which she owned and operated until August of 2018 when she decided to embark on new adventures. She has since founded 3 companies, serving as President over MAC Legacy, The Marcylle Combs Company, and MAC Legacy Investments. Through dedication to growing a successful company, Marcylle discovered her real passion is working with humans to encourage and inspire each one to reach their potential.Marcylle is well known in Texas and nationally for her leadership in both the home care and hospice community. She serves on the board of directors for The Home Care and Hospice Financial Managers Association (HHFMA); a professional organization bringing together CFOs, CEOs, COOs and other financial positions who are employed by the nation’s 25,000 home care and hospice agencies. She also chairs the Women in Leadership Committee for HHFMA. She enjoys speaking on a national level and has also spoken in Belize, Italy, China and Spain regarding various leadership subjects such as mentoring, recruitment and retention, communication and conflict management. Ten years ago she founded TwentySix: Twelve.org, a non-profit that is dedicated to helping businesses provide support for their employees to serve others through mission trips, disaster relief, and in their local communities. As a wife, mother of 5 adult children and a female in the workplace she aspires to grow and lead others until her last breath on this earth.www.marcyllecombs.comInstagramFacebookAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textCan you believe that we've endured lockdown-style living for almost a year now? Do you remember what you were doing in March of 2020? This time last year, a lot of us were scrambling for toilet paper and snacks! That seemed like an appropriate combo at the time. Still, others were trying to figure out how to still get work done while at home. JJ Caffey created a company called Order In to help us navigate our schedules in a supportive environment even when we work from home. Order In is designed to give procrastinators and high performers alike, an ecosystem of activities and a support network to help us continue to maintain productivity.It sounds pretty cool. Let's learn more about this together.About Our Guest: JJ CaffeyJJ Caffey is an entrepreneur specializing in the future of work. With a focus on community, connectedness, and efficiency, JJ’s mission is to revolutionize American work culture. JJ is also Co-Founder of Venture Foragers, a venture capital research firm enabling student teams to explore frontier tech sectors. JJ earned her MBA from Wharton in 2019, and also holds degrees in anthropology and luxury brand management.Order In Club (website)LinkedIn TwitterAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a text"Don't dictate fun."Tune in today for some advice on common missteps that leaders make when they try to improve the culture. Join us today for a conversation about:getting through the pandemic with your sanity intactadvice on how to be your authentic self at workbuilding a fun work environment (without a potluck)why following "best practices" can get you in troubleAbout Our Guest: Carla D. BaileyI'm happy to share the message of today's guest with you. Her name is Carla D. Bailey. Carla serves as the head of Human Resources, Learning and Organizational Development at Washington University. Carla is the CEO as well of Carla D. Bailey Worldwide, which is a firm that helps leaders unleash their inner greatness and be unstoppable in business and life. She's a professional speaker and executive coach. About the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textIs 2021 looking like 2020 on steroids for you? Find out how you can go from crisis management to levity so you can pick up your cape and continue to be the strategic leader you were meant to be.Join me in this conversation with Jenn Thornton about:how to speak to your team to get them to open uphow leading with levity at work can help you have a stronger home lifethe art and science of conversational intelligenceAbout Our Guest: Jenn ThorntonJennifer has developed her expertise in Talent Strategy & Leadership Development over her exciting 20+ year career as an HR Professional. She’s led international teams across Greater China, Mexico, the U.K., and the U.S. to expand into new markets, managing brands and franchise businesses. About the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textGet prepared for the kindness revolution!What does it look like? Being present for others. Connecting with others in an authentic way. Taking the mask off.Doing no harm.I had a fascinating conversation with Cool Audrey founder, Cole Baker Bagwell. She helps organizations build connections by focusing on kindness and the principle of "do no harm."About Our Guest: Cole Baker Bagwell"I'm a full on kindness nerd. I research it, write about it, talk about it, and seek it out in unexpected places. I live it, share it and look for ways we can put kindness into motion to make the big world we share- even better.As the Founder of Cool Audrey®, I consult with companies on kindness. I teach them how put kindness to work as a core business competency that runs through every fiber of the organization.Kindness is essential because it makes us happier and healthier. Kindness helps us foster trust and that helps us collaborate and work together to innovate and create business outcomes like productivity, stability and growth."About the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHave you taken the time to consider how to get the most out of the things that bring you joy? Ryan Greene is a passionpreneur on a mission to help others get paid for their passions. Ryan Greene is an entrepreneur, author coach, bestselling author, and professional speaker. He is the Founder of GreeneHouse Media LLC, a media company whose goal is to provide “Media With A Purpose” via radio, television, film, and books.In this episode, we cover:How Ryan went from "I don't read for fun" to writing multiple books and starting his own publishing companyDebunking common myths about authorshipHow to use passion to get buy-in from others and bring out the best in your team when you know what they're passionate aboutWhy it's so important to take the time to transfer what you know into book formWhat it means to be a passionpreneurHow to shed the stigma of answering the question "What do you do?" when following your passionHow to avoid being seen as rough around the edges when you're really just passionateAbout Our Guest: Ryan GreeneRyan C. Greene is an entrepreneur, author coach, bestselling author, and professional speaker. He is the Founder of GreeneHouse Media LLC, a media company whose goal is to provide “Media With A Purpose” via radio, television, film, and books. Ryan is the author of ten books, hosts and executive produces several podcasts and web shows, and founded Indie Author PRO, an author development company specializing in teaching authors how to monetize their content, automate their business and become top-revenue authors.RyanGreene.comInstagramFacebookLinkedInYouTubeAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textHappy New Year! Today's guest, Ira Wolfe, is going to talk to us a little bit about pivoting in life, and we're going to have such a wonderful conversation. I'm looking forward to it. Ira Wolfe is a TedX speaker and the host of Geeks, Geezers, and Googlization.Find out what happened when this successful six-figure dentist walked away from his practice to live the entrepreneur life. As a self-proclaimed millennial in a baby boomer’s body, Ira shares lessons and business experiences.In this episode, we cover:How Ira finds top performersIra’s creative marketing tips to get people’s attentionIra’s take on the use of AI chats to replace pre-employment testing as we know itHow to find the courage to walk away from a career that doesn’t make you happyHow to use growth mindset principles to free yourself to try new thingsThe reality of prepping for a TedTalkAbout Ira WolfeDescribed as a “Millennial trapped in a Baby Boomer body, the World’s 1st Chief Googlization Officer, a “hire authority,” and “certified prophet” of workforce trends, Ira S. Wolfe has emerged as one of HR’s most visionary thinkers. Ira personifies the passion and mindset required to manage the convergence of the tired, the wired, and technology. His enthusiasm and engaging approach inspires his audience to challenge preconceptions about what it takes to attract, select, manage, and retain top talent and take the initiative to make change for them.About the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textI don't know a better way to end this year's lineup than interviewing someone who is a self-proclaimed levity evangelist. This should be good! Today's guest is Philip Argy, CEO of Argy Star, and a member of the Law Council of Australia. That's right. We're going to talk about levity in law, and I want to know if lawyers are allowed to practice levity.In this episode, we cover:What’s the climate in Australia right now?What you can do to get prickly people to lighten up?How Argy practices levity in the courtroomSilly Zoom momentsHow Argy uses levity to maintain his own vitality and positive spiritAn insider's perspective--Are lawyers allowed to have fun at work? What does that look like?About Argy StarOur focus is always on salvaging and delivering as much as possible of the original business case when the day to day participants in your implementation team have long since forgotten what they were. More usually, we intercept at their incipient stage any developments that could move your project off course in time or budget terms and nip them in the bud, thus saving you time money and minimising the risk that your business case will be delivered late or not at all. These are the basics of the ADRoIT Principles.Website: https://argystar.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/philipargyEmail: [email protected]: https://twitter.com/philipargyAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey. Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com

Send us a textJoin me in this fantastic interview with Eileen McDargh, a best selling author and speaker on the topic of burnout and resilience. Eileen gets real and shares exactly why we need balance, levity, and love in our lives. You'll love this upbeat conversation and healthy dose of career advice.About Eileen McDarghEileen McDargh is the Chief Energy Officer (CEO) of The Resiliency Group. Eileen McDargh started her career as an award-winning teacher and to this day loves telling stories while educating audiences as a professional speaker, coach and consultant. Eileen is the founder and CEO of the consulting firm, The Resiliency Group. She teaches organizations like Cisco, Novartis, Oracle, and Procter & Gamble ways of building resilient leadership teams and workplaces. Along with her work as an organizational resiliency consultant, Eileen speaks and writes about resiliency.https://www.EileenMcDargh.comBurnout to Breakthrough: Building Resilience to Refuel, Recharge, and Reclaim What MattersFacebookTwitterLinkedInAbout the PodcastThe Lead with Levity podcast is a show for leaders who care deeply about what makes/breaks the employee experience. Our guests are dynamic researchers, practitioners, consultants, and business leaders. We cover foundational elements that are needed to avoid forcing the fun. We also invite lively managers who lead with levity to show us how it’s done. Thanks for joining us on this journey.Support the showDid you have any lightbulb moments while listening? Share it with us on Instagram @leadwithlevity or visit our website leadwithlevity.com so we can talk about it! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit leadwithlevity.substack.com