Show Quote: “Creativity is the depth of the honesty you express towards your possibility.” –Paramahamsa Nithyananda. In this episode, we explore the importance of tapping into your leadership creativity to enjoy the ultimate leadership success. Today’s complex environment requires creative solutions. My guest, Ellia Harris, has been the embodiment …

In this episode, we break down the art of persuasion and the connection to effective leadership. Aristotle identified 3 modes of persuasion, known as the 3 appeals. Ethos, Pathos and Logos are 3 essential parts of making a persuasive argument. Whether you are giving a speech, writing advertising or leading others, understanding these parts can make…

Show Quote: I like to solve problems. I know it is a skill set, but it’s also an obligation. I grew up with parents who believe that you don’t simply complain: you try to find solutions and fix what’s in front of you. –Stacy Abrams In this episode, we explore the work and journey of the inner work required for fixing you. Faust Ruggiero joins us fo…

Allyship: Going Beyond the Basics Show Quote: I’ve learned that you shouldn’t go through life with a catcher’s mitt on both hands. You need to be able to throw something back.” – Maya Angelou In this episode, we discuss the important topic of being an ally. There are many definitions of what it means to be an ally and I’ll share two that speak to m…

Show Quote: In fact, the Confidence of the people is worth more than money” Carter G. Woodson In this episode, we explore confidence and in particular, why it can be so challenging for women leaders. Ms. Edna Howard joins us for the conversation. She shares how she executed her strategy of “see a need, fill a need” and how it led to the launch of h…

Where does the road to stress-free leading and living begin? In this episode, we introduce a model to get you started. Stress-free sounds like a great way of living. But where do you start? How does one make the decision to become stress-free with the ability to reduce and manage the typical life stressors that can take us off track and off our gam…

In this episode, Alaina Schwartz joins the conversation to continue our discussion on this important topic. I’ve heard it since I was young. I imagine you have too. The only way to succeed is to work hard. Unfortunately, we often approach this in a way that risks our relationships, mental and emotional well-being, our health, and so much more. In t…

Self-awareness is an important skillset for leaders. In this episode, I’ll break down the concept of self-awareness. Self-awareness is one of the key quadrants of emotional intelligence. Based on the research, we know that leaders and entrepreneurs with higher emotional intelligence are often more successful than their counterparts. In fact, accord…

How does breathing influence emotions? In this episode, we spend time with Mandar Apte. The world around us can be full of chaos and stress. Even so, how can leaders create and sustain a state of balance internally? How are the internal and external state connected? Is equanimity a choice or response? We explore these areas with Mandar, including: …

Research indicates most workplace and business conflicts are related to communication. My anecdotal evidence adds that communication plays a pivotal role in a leader’s ability to. As leaders find themselves facing mounting challenges and pressure, leadership skills such as communication become increasingly important. As we continue the roadmap and …

Is there a rainbow and a pot of gold on the other side of the challenges present in your life today? In this episode, we spend time with Victoria Wieck, a jewelry icon. Is it the destination or the joy of the journey? Victoria Wieck shares her journey from her memories of the early days in America to the decisions behind starting your business, set…

Executives and professionals in high-stress environments often find themselves taking on more and more. While it may seem like the common sense thing to do, courageous leaders understand it is critical for them to develop the skill of “saying no.” This is one leadership skill that is not taught and as a result, leaders often find they are not sure …

In this episode, you’ll get a brief glimpse into the Stress-Free Leader Podcast show. The show is designed to help you unlock your leadership superpowers by sharing experiences, tools and resources that will foster the leadership skills that position you for stress-free leading. Are you: Ready to stop saying yes when you already have too much on yo…