Authentic Living

Authentic Living

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Authentic Living episodes

  • Mind Aid with Matthew Dickson (Part I)
    In this episode, Roxanne engages in a deep conversation with Matthew Dickson, who shares his personal experiences with mental health. They discuss Matthew's diagnosis, recovery process, and the societal stigma surrounding mental health. Matthew also shares a book recommendation and emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in mental health discussions.

    There are many people out there who advocate for those with mental health issues, but not all of them lead by experience. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Matthew Dickson who has suffered with his own mental health problems and now takes his lived experience to help those in developing countries receive the help that they so desperately need.

    Matthew gave us so much great information that we are splitting this into two episodes, so be sure to tune in again next week for Part II.

    Matthew is a Mental Health Advocate who works to help people in impoverished countries with no mental health care. His heart goes out to people in developing or war-torn countries who experience not only the torment of mental illness but the traumas of poverty or the horrors of war as well. It's not fair. Some countries have only one psychiatrist per million people. They have no medications. No counselling. No support groups.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    How it all started. 2:30

    Not everyone has the same symptoms. 5:45
    Fighting through the feeling of overstimulation. 8:15
    Seeking help when needed. 12:15
    Finding the path to recovery. 14:00
    Sometimes you just get better. 17:00
    We’re so much more open about it now. 21:30
    As someone who went through mental illness in one of the most advanced countries in the world, Matthew could not believe how painful mental illness is. Canada has some of the best mental health resources in the world. What some people go through in other countries is unthinkable. Matthew works to restore their hope, their dignity and help them to regain good mental health. He has successfully overcome schizophrenia, has bicycled across Canada, and has an engineering degree. He loves the outdoors, making people laugh, and dancing!

    As we move toward reopening workspaces and gathering again, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about developing an authentic and improved workplace for everyone with less conflict.

    Be sure to tune in again next week for Part II.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/

    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction and guest, Matthew Dixon
    (1:40) Matthew's personal experiences and beginnings in mental health
    (4:16) Matthew's description of his mental illness and recovery process
    (9:49) Discussion on the overstimulation and distress faced by Matthew
    (12:36) Matthew's acceptance of his diagnosis and path to recovery
    (15:25) Matthew's journey through mental health and therapy routine
    (19:43) Book recommendation: 'Verbal Judo, The Gentle Art of Persuasion'
    (21:20) Matthew's relationships during his mental health journey
    (23:12) Discussion on societal fear and stigma around mental health
    (24:25) Conclusion: The importance of vulnerability in mental health discussions
    26 min
  • The Power of Authentic Communication to Resolve Conflict in Teams with Charmaine Hammond
    In this episode, Roxanne converses with former correctional officer Charmaine Hammond about trust, conflict resolution, and communication. They discuss the dynamics in virtual work environments, the importance of checking in on team members, and Charmaine's animated film project. They also reflect on the pandemic's impact on mental health, the need for patience post-crisis, and the importance of seeking help.

    Quote: “If conflict seems to be happening, you’ll be so well served and so will the people experiencing this if it’s addressed early on.” Charmaine Hammond

    Creating an atmosphere of trust and authenticity for your team is never an easy task, but it’s especially difficult now in these unprecedented times. With virtual workspaces and the uncertainty as to what the future of many businesses and workplaces will look like as we move toward “returning to work”, leaders have to work harder than ever to facilitate effective communication and resolve conflict in their teams whether it’s online or in person. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Conflict Management Expert, Charmaine Hammond to share ideas on how leaders can create a respectful and peaceful work environment.

    Charmaine is a Certified Speaking Professional (1 of 1200 speakers in the world to hold this designation) is a highly sought-after business keynote and workshop speaker, entrepreneur, author and educator who teaches and advocates the importance of developing trust, healthy relationships and collaboration in the workplace. She helps her clients build resilient and engaged workplaces, develop high trust/high accountability relationships, and solve workplace issues and conflict that gets in the way of success and profitability. She is respected as a "no fluff" and "rich content" speaker who delivers tangible tools to step into action immediately.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    Charmaine’s journey from correctional officer to speaker/trainer. 2:00

    Establishing trust in the jail system. 4:00
    Mediation, conflict, and communication. 7:30
    Overcoming unresolved issues virtually and in person. 11:30
    Returning to the office and regaining trust. 17:00
    Restoring psychological safety. 21:00
    Back Home Again - healing from disaster. 24:30
    We’re all together in this shared crisis. 29:00
    The ongoing trauma of COVID. 32:00
    Passionate about helping people build resilience, Charmaine draws on a near-death sailboat accident, many near misses as a Correctional Officer, and most recently surviving a stage 3 breast cancer diagnosis in 2018. Charmaine says that her passion projects over the years have carried her through tough times. Her work as an Executive Producer of the Back Home Again film project was her beacon of light, hope and inspiration while going through surgeries and chemo in 2018. The movie will be released in the fall of 2021 and features an all-star cast including Jeremy Renner, Catherine O'Hara, Howie Mandel, Michael J. Fox, Mena Suvari, Martin Short, Tantoo Cardinal to name a few.

    As we move toward reopening workspaces and gathering again, I encourage leaders to reach out for guidance about developing an authentic and improved workplace for everyone with less conflict.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/

    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction to Authentic Living with Roxanne and guest Charmaine Hammond
    (1:56) Charmaine's background as a correctional officer and its influence on her perspective on trust
    (7:05) Charmaine's insights on communication, trust, and conflict resolution
    (14:33) Observations of conflict and trust dynamics in virtual work environments
    (19:57) The importance of clear communication during change and checking in on team members
    (24:54) Introduction of Charmaine Hammond's animated film project, "Back Home again"
    (27:04) Discussion on the impact of the pandemic on mental health and personal experiences
    (30:20) The importance of asking for help when dealing with trauma and checking in on mental health
    (32:18) The assumption that people will return to normal after a crisis and the need for patience
    (33:46) Closing remarks, information about the movie, and call to action for listeners
    (34:52) End of podcast episode
    36 min
  • Creating a Humanity-Centered Corporate Culture with Mohammad Anwar Part II

    Quote: “We need to have the courage to apologize, otherwise trust or any of those other types of attributes that are critical for organizations will never be built, no matter what you do.”  Mohammad Anwar

    In the corporate world, the bottom line is usually the first thing leaders consider at the forefront of everything they do.  Worrying about keeping “the powers that be” as well as shareholders happy and looking at dollars before people.  On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome back Mohammad Anwar for Part II of this podcast to talk about how he transformed his company culture from poisonous to peaceful and profitable in just one quarter!

    If you missed Part I of this podcast, I invite you to listen here: https://roxannederhodge.com/corporate-culture-with-mohammad-anwar/  It’s not necessary but is recommended.  You will learn great strategies either way.

    Mohammad is the President and CEO of Softway. He started the business with his family at the age of 20 while pursuing his B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Houston. The youngest of five children, he was born and raised in Saudi Arabia to Indian parents from Bangalore. He attended high school in Atchison, Kansas, before moving to Houston for college.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    • Seeking forgiveness and regaining trust.  1:00
    • Cleaning house to create a new business model.  9:30
    • Creating a cultural transformation is essential during COVID.  15:00
    • Leaders must step up and listen.  20:00

    Mohammad is celebrated for creating and sustaining a humanity-centred culture at Softway based on the philosophy that love is a business strategy. However, there was a time when the company culture at Softway was so toxic that it almost caused the enterprise to fold. He took full responsibility for the problems at Softway and knew that, as the leader, he needed to change for the company to survive. After deep introspection, he eventually turned the company around. From this experience, Softway created Seneca, a product that helps other companies change their workplace culture.

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset through connection. 

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.  Click here to contact me at your convenience or click here to book a complimentary call with me.  

    Stay Authentic,        

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Mohammad’s website
    Mohammad’s book: Canada  US
    Mohammad’s LinkedIn profile
    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Book a complementary Call with Roxanne
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts

    25 min
  • Creating a Humanity-Centered Corporate Culture with Mohammad Anwar Part II
    In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge converses with Mohammed Anwar about his unique business and leadership philosophy. They discuss the importance of fostering a culture of love in business, building trust, and the role of personal relationships at work. The conversation also covers the impact of COVID on workplace culture, the "Great Resignation", and the concept of Return on Relationship (ROR).

    Quote: “We need to have the courage to apologize, otherwise trust or any of those other types of attributes that are critical for organizations will never be built, no matter what you do.” Mohammad Anwar

    In the corporate world, the bottom line is usually the first thing leaders consider at the forefront of everything they do. Worrying about keeping “the powers that be” as well as shareholders happy and looking at dollars before people. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome back Mohammad Anwar for Part II of this podcast to talk about how he transformed his company culture from poisonous to peaceful and profitable in just one quarter!

    If you missed Part I of this podcast, I invite you to listen here: https://roxannederhodge.com/corporate... It’s not necessary but is recommended. You will learn great strategies either way.

    Mohammad is the President and CEO of Softway. He started the business with his family at the age of 20 while pursuing his B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Houston. The youngest of five children, he was born and raised in Saudi Arabia to Indian parents from Bangalore. He attended high school in Atchison, Kansas, before moving to Houston for college.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    Seeking forgiveness and regaining trust. 1:00

    Cleaning house to create a new business model. 9:30
    Creating a cultural transformation is essential during COVID. 15:00
    Leaders must step up and listen. 20:00
    Mohammad is celebrated for creating and sustaining a humanity-centred culture at Softway based on the philosophy that love is a business strategy. However, there was a time when the company culture at Softway was so toxic that it almost caused the enterprise to fold. He took full responsibility for the problems at Softway and knew that, as the leader, he needed to change for the company to survive. After deep introspection, he eventually turned the company around. From this experience, Softway created Seneca, a product that helps other companies change their workplace culture.

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset through connection.

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/

    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction and guest Mohammed Anwar
    (2:16) Mohammed's philosophy on business and leadership
    (3:13) Creating a culture of love in business
    (8:30) Asking forgiveness from the team and building trust
    (12:06) Realigning senior leadership to fit new company culture
    (15:16) Discussing personal relationships at work and their significance
    (17:40) Impact of COVID on workplace culture and the "Great Resignation"
    (20:37) The importance of valuing employees in modern corporations
    (22:04) "Love as a Business Strategy" and the concept of Return on Relationship (ROR)
    (24:18) Final thoughts and closing remarks.
    25 min
  • Creating a Humanity-Centered Corporate Culture with Mohammad Anwar
    In this episode, Roxanne converses with entrepreneur Mohammed Anwar about his unique concept, "Love as a Business Strategy". They delve into Mohammed's entrepreneurial journey, the transformation of his company culture, and the impact of a leader's attachment style. They also discuss overcoming skepticism, rebuilding trust, and the ROI of prioritizing team dynamics.

    Quote: “Championship teams are not made up of all “star players”. It is players who care and love one another that make an all-star team.” Mohammad Anwar

    In the corporate world, the bottom line is usually the first thing leaders consider at the forefront of everything they do. Worrying about keeping “the powers that be” as well as shareholders happy and looking at dollars before people. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Mohammad Anwar to talk about how he transformed his company culture from poisonous to profitable in just one quarter!

    Mohammad is the President and CEO of Softway. He started the business with his family at the age of 20 while pursuing his B.S. in Computer Science with a minor in Mathematics at the University of Houston. The youngest of five children, he was born and raised in Saudi Arabia to Indian parents from Bangalore. He attended high school in Atchison, Kansas, before moving to Houston for college.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    Mohammad’s leap up the corporate ladder. 3:00

    Making a comeback. 6:30
    What is your attachment style of leadership? 11:00
    Implementing LOVE as a strategy. 13:00
    Regaining trust when it’s lost. 19:30
    Mohammad gave us so much great information that we are splitting this into two episodes, so be sure to tune in again next week for Part II.

    Mohammad is celebrated for creating and sustaining a humanity-centred culture at Softway based on the philosophy that love is a business strategy. However, there was a time when the company culture at Softway was so toxic that it almost caused the enterprise to fold. He took full responsibility for the problems at Softway and knew that, as the leader, he needed to change for the company to survive. After deep introspection, he eventually turned the company around. From this experience, Softway created Seneca, a product that helps other companies change their workplace culture.

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset through connection.

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.
    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Mohammad’s website: https://www.softway.com

    Mohammad’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/manwarsoftway/
    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction and guest Mohammed Anwar's background
    (1:36) "Love as a Business Strategy": Concept and Mohammed's experiences
    (3:06) Mohammed's journey in entrepreneurship and leadership
    (7:57) Infusing love into the workplace: Mohammed's transformative journey
    (11:21) Understanding a leader's attachment style and its implications
    (13:18) Significant changes in Mohammed's company post transformation
    (14:16) Incorporating "Love as a Business Strategy" in the business
    (17:23) The ROI of prioritizing team and changes in recruitment approach
    (19:30) Overcoming skepticism, rebuilding trust, and company culture
    (22:05) Demonstrating commitment to change and personal sacrifices
    (25:21) Wrap up of part 1 of the conversation with Mohammed Anwar
    26 min
  • Motivating Teams with Authentic Leadership with David Miles (Part II)
    In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge invites Dr. David Miles to discuss communication challenges within large organizations, managing team dynamics post-pandemic, and the role of diversity in team building. They delve into adapting communication styles, strategies for new leaders, workplace stress management, changes in work-life balance, and the positive outcomes of adversity.

    Looking at the last year and a half, we see how the pandemic has affected businesses and teams. Remote work has been the norm for many, and we are reaching the point where some will be returning to the office. How did leaders fare while their teams were working remotely? How can we make that transition easier for those who are used to working from home?

    On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are thrilled to welcome back Human Resources Expert, Dr. David Miles to share his thoughts on how to help leaders create connection to increase productivity and enhance engagement throughout their teams. He gave us so much great information that we are splitting this into two episodes, so happy you tuned back in for Part II.

    David is a leadership author, experienced trainer, and professional speaker who is passionate about developing people at all levels of an organization from executives and management to professionals and staff. Dr. Dave holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Human Resource Development. His research compared the learning style of adult learners to their effectiveness as leaders.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    Channels of communication are essential. 2:30
    Integrating teams back to the office. 5:00

    Keeping the lines of communication open. 13:00
    How your stress can affect the team. 19:15
    The boundaries between work and home are blurred. 23:00
    Finding your work/life balance. 25:15
    David has conducted training and presented professionally across the United States at numerous different venues, events, and conferences and has had the privilege of speaking by invitation on the topics of leadership and human resource development in both Oxford, UK on multiple occasions and in Singapore. He is also a Professional Member of the National Speakers Association (NSA), a Board member of the local NSA-DC chapter; a John Maxwell Certified Speaker, Coach, and Trainer; a Certified Stakeholder-Centered Executive Coach through Dr. Marshall Goldsmith, and certified in multiple behavioural assessment suites through TTI Success Insights. Dave is the President of the Winchester Toastmasters Club, former Area Director for Toastmasters District 18, and is President of the Winchester Area chapter of Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset through connection.

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    David’s website: https://drdavemiles.com/ Visit David's website for your FREE Reboarding Guide

    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction and welcome
    (0:35) Introduction of guest, Dr. David Miles
    (2:24) Discussing the challenges of communication in a large organization
    (5:25) Managing team dynamics and integrating new members post-pandemic
    (10:28) The importance of diversity and behavioral assessments in team building
    (13:10) Adapting communication styles to cater to different personality types
    (17:18) Strategies for new leaders in a team
    (20:12) Addressing stress and self-management in the workplace
    (24:19) Changes in work-life balance during the pandemic
    (28:33) The positive outcomes of adversity - Roxanne Derhodge
    (30:56) Closing remarks - Speaker 1
    32 min
  • Motivating Teams with Authentic Leadership (Part I ) with Dr. David Miles
    In this episode, Roxanne chats with leadership development expert, David Miles. They discuss reintegration into work, creating a positive work environment, and the importance of authentic leadership and emotional intelligence in the workplace. Further, they delve into company culture, communication during the pandemic, and the role of middle management in information filtration.

    Quote: “How do I figure out ways to help increase engagement, reduce turnover and make a better workplace to help leaders create amazing teams?” Dr. David Miles

    Looking at the last year and a half, we see how the pandemic has affected businesses and teams. Remote work has been the norm for many, and we are reaching the point where some will be returning to the office. How did leaders fare while their teams were working remotely? How can we make that transition easier for those who are used to working from home?

    On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we are thrilled to welcome Human Resources Expert, Dr. David Miles to share his thoughts on how to help leaders create connection to increase productivity and enhance engagement throughout their teams. He gave us so much great information that we are splitting this into two episodes, so be sure to tune in again next week for Part II.

    David is a leadership author, experienced trainer, and professional speaker who is passionate about developing people at all levels of an organization from executives and management to professionals and staff. Dr. Dave holds a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Organizational Leadership with a concentration in Human Resource Development. His research compared the learning style of adult learners to their effectiveness as leaders.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    David’s journey to leadership. 3:00

    Qualities of a great leader. 8:00
    The 2 Clipboards. 12:00
    Creating connection at all levels. 15:00
    Channels of communication are essential. 18:00
    For full show notes including links, visit: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction to the episode and guest David Miles
    (1:43) Reintegration into work and balancing change
    (3:52) David's journey into leadership development and early career influences
    (7:27) Creation of a positive work environment and the qualities of a good leader
    (11:00) Authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and their role in the workplace
    (13:29) Avoiding negative leadership traits and the importance of authenticity
    (15:59) Selling vision, mission, and values in workplace culture
    (17:30) The influence of company culture on employee behavior and communication during the pandemic
    (19:43) The role of middle management in information filtration and the disconnect between different organizational levels
    (21:11) Preview of the second part of Dr. David Miles' interview
    22 min
  • Achieve a State of Flow to Increase Productivity with Omer Aziz
    In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge and Omer Aziz delve into the concept of 'flow', its personal factors and how it boosts productivity. They discuss the role of engagement, emotional highs and addressing your inner critic. They also explore bad flow, the importance of using the right talent and the role of habituation in maintaining flow.

    Quote: “The fundamental building block of Flow is this idea of an emotional high.” Omer Aziz

    What is Flow, why do we need it and how do we achieve it? A Flow State, also known as being in the zone, is the mental state in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity. On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Omer Aziz to discuss how to increase productivity by achieving a state of Flow.

    Omer is a strengths-based coach who uses an engineering approach. He has a background in Engineering and HR both in education and experience. He obtained his Masters in Engineering from Carleton University and certificates in HR Management from the University of Toronto and the University of Michigan. He has over 30 years of experience working for Canadian telecommunications and hi-tech companies.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    What is Flow? 2:15

    Is Flow quantifiable? 5:45
    How to track and build Flow. 11:00
    Silencing your inner critic. 14:30
    How to trigger your Flow. 19:45
    hat can restrict Flow? 24:00
    Flow is contagious. 28:30
    The research of Flow. 31:30
    Omer has presented at various conferences including TEDx (Thunder Bay), DisruptHR (Ottawa and Niagara region) and HR Redefined (NYC). He also achieved his coaching certification with the Flow Genome Project, and he currently consults with companies and individuals on achieving the state of peak performance called Flow.

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and creating a healthier mindset through connection.

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Omer’s email: [email protected]
    Connect with Omer by email to receive your free gifts Omer’s website: https://peakperformance.engineering/ Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/

    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction and guest Omer Aziz's background
    (1:58) Understanding the concept of flow and its personal factors
    (5:43) The business case for flow: Productivity and performance increase
    (7:25) Presenteism, engagement and emotional highs in maintaining flow
    (13:57) Addressing the inner critic as a flow blocker
    (29:00) Recognizing emotional highs and noting achievements for better flow
    (33:53) Understanding bad flow, using the right talent and the role of habituation
    (38:29) The concept of a talent-based power hour and the contagious nature of flow
    39 min
  • Strategic Leading Through an Authentic Lens with Dr. Erika Michalski
    In this episode, Roxanne Derhodge converses with Dr. Erika Michalski about the importance of authenticity in communication, education, and organizations. They explore the use of objective data in discussions on authenticity, the benefits of empowering authenticity in employees, and how authenticity influences project management and team dynamics. The episode wraps up with insights on balancing change with authenticity and the significance of consistent behavior in building team trust.

    Quote: “How would the mental load shift if the lens of success and the metric of accomplishment became an internal concept rooted in authenticity, rather than an external driver?” Dr. Erika Michalski

    Authentic leadership is a topic that is very near and dear to me. My upcoming book is based on this very idea and is due to be released in the Fall of 2021. I have a great affinity for discussing authentic leadership so on this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Dr. Erika Michalski to discuss her thoughts on creating a more productive and cohesive workspace by leading authentically.

    Dr. Erika Michalski has a robust history of providing energetic keynotes, developing large-scale educational programming, and facilitating engaging workshops dedicated to empowering participants and cultivating new ideas about professional development through a lens of authenticity. Erika is passionate about creating environments where individuals feel equipped to tackle new challenges as they move forward in personal and professional endeavours.

    Authentic Touch Points:

    An authentic sign-off. 2:30

    How Authentically Strategic was founded. 6:00
    Not everyone is ready to be their authentic self. 11:00
    Finding an opening to empower authenticity. 14:00
    Everyone needs to feel valued. 18:00
    Our authenticity is constantly evolving. 22:30
    The advantages of being a trusted leader. 28:15
    To further her work, Erika founded Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping people leverage who they are to get where they want to be. She proudly serves as the company's CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer), embracing her roots as a competitive cheerleader and collegiate cheerleading coach to the benefit of everyone she encounters. Dr. Michalski is known by clients and colleagues as the one who believes in even the most ambitious possibilities as long as there is a plan!

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and becoming a more authentic leader through connection.

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Erika’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-michalski/
    Erika’s Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/consultantbarbie/

    Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
    Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
    Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

    (0:00) Introduction to the episode with Roxanne Derhodge and guest Dr. Erika Michalski
    (3:14) The importance of authentic representation in communication
    (6:21) The role of authenticity in education and learning
    (11:22) Readiness for authenticity work in organizations
    (14:49) Using objective data to promote discussions on authenticity
    (16:27) Empowering authenticity in employees and its benefits
    (20:26) Authenticity in project management and team dynamics
    (25:08) Balancing change and authenticity
    (28:15) Trust in teams and the impact of consistent behavior
    (32:25) Connecting with Dr. Erika Michalski for more insights on authenticity in the workplace
    (34:50) Closing remarks by Roxanne Derhodge
    36 min
  • Strategic Leading Through an Authentic Lens with Dr. Erika Michalski

    Quote: “How would the mental load shift if the lens of success and the metric of accomplishment became an internal concept rooted in authenticity, rather than an external driver?”  Dr. Erika Michalski

    Authentic leadership is a topic that is very near and dear to me.  My upcoming book is based on this very idea and is due to be released in the Fall of 2021.  I have a great affinity for discussing authentic leadership so on this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we welcome Dr. Erika Michalski to discuss her thoughts on creating a more productive and cohesive workspace by leading authentically.   

    Dr. Erika Michalski has a robust history of providing energetic keynotes, developing large-scale educational programming, and facilitating engaging workshops dedicated to empowering participants and cultivating new ideas about professional development through a lens of authenticity. Erika is passionate about creating environments where individuals feel equipped to tackle new challenges as they move forward in personal and professional endeavours. 

    Authentic Touch Points:

    • An authentic sign-off.  2:30
    • How Authentically Strategic was founded.  6:00
    • Not everyone is ready to be their authentic self.  11:00
    • Finding an opening to empower authenticity.  14:00
    • Everyone needs to feel valued.  18:00
    • Our authenticity is constantly evolving.  22:30
    • The advantages of being a trusted leader.  28:15

    To further her work, Erika founded Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping people leverage who they are to get where they want to be. She proudly serves as the company's CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer), embracing her roots as a competitive cheerleader and collegiate cheerleading coach to the benefit of everyone she encounters. Dr. Michalski is known by clients and colleagues as the one who believes in even the most ambitious possibilities as long as there is a plan!

    With many of us working from home and feeling the pressure of the pandemic, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions about your own self-awareness and becoming a more authentic leader through connection. 

    I have created a new live coaching program to help you Create Healthier and More Authentic Relationships in your life and get more connected to your authentic self.  Click here to contact me at your convenience or click here to book a complimentary call with me.  

    Stay Authentic,

    Roxanne

    Links:

    Erika’s LinkedIn profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/erika-michalski/
    Erika’s Instagram profile: https://www.instagram.com/consultantbarbie/
    Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
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