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🎧 Ep. 150 The Human Side of Leadership: Building Lasting Impact with Dr. Mandolen Mull (Part 2)

In this powerful conclusion, Dr. Mull opens up about the profound shift from chasing external validation to finding true purpose through serving others. From transforming her LinkedIn presence into a storytelling sanctuary to helping ironworkers embrace vulnerability, she reveals how authentic leadership creates ripples of lasting change.

We dive deep into:
* The danger of using work as a maladaptive coping mechanism
* Transforming life's disruptions into opportunities for growth
* Breaking free from the "if-then" mentality of achievement
* The power of authentic storytelling in building community
* Addressing compassion fatigue in leadership
* Creating space for real, unedited conversations
* The importance of leaving a meaningful legacy
* Daily self-reflection and personal accountability

🔑 Key takeaways:
1. External validation is a moving target that can never truly fulfill us
2. True resilience comes from transforming challenges into "positive disruptors"
3. Authentic vulnerability creates deeper connections than professional facades
4. Leadership development must address the human side of leading
5. We must create space for messy, real conversations in professional settings

💡 Quotes to remember:
"I don't want to be a diamond. I don't want this tough and jagged stuff." - Dr. Mandolen Mull

"We're only as good as the amount of good we give to other people." - Dr. Mandolen Mull

"My heart sits with yours. I'm here with you. You're not alone in this moment." - Dr. Mandolen Mull

📚 Resources:
https://mullmentum.com/meet-us

https://www.instagram.com/mullivation/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandolen/

Pick up a copy of “Grit for the Pearl”: https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Pearl-Mullings-Mullivation-MullMentum/dp/B0DCRVY8BH

* "My Heart Sits With Yours" - Coming soon

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🎧 Episode 149: The Human Side of Leadership: Building Lasting Impact with Dr. Mandolen Mull

In this powerful episode, we dive deep with Dr. Mandolen Mull, founder of MullMentum Consulting, into the transformative power of authentic leadership and the critical importance of human-centered organizational development. From her early influences to her innovative approaches in leadership development, Mandolen shares insights that bridge academic theory with real-world application.

We explore:

• The impact of generational mentorship on leadership style
• Breaking both chains and cycles in professional development
• The fallacy of standardization in modern workplaces
• Creating sustainable organizational change
• The connection between employee wellbeing and organizational success
• Customizing leadership development for authentic impact
• The importance of experimentation in organizational growth

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. 80% of any workforce is disengaged - we're measuring the wrong things and asking the wrong questions
2. Standardization doesn't work - customization and flexibility are key to employee engagement
3. A disengaged employee lives a disengaged life - workplace impact extends far beyond office walls
4. Leadership development must bridge theory and practical application
5. Organizations need to experiment more and be willing to reinvent themselves
6. Employee wellbeing directly impacts sustainable organizational success

💡 Quotes to remember: "If I cannot reach them, I cannot teach them." - Dr. Mandolen Mull

"You have to make absolutely certain that you have done your part as a leader to really honor the responsibility that they've asked of you. They may have forgotten that they asked you to look out for their livelihoods, but you don't get to." - Dr. Mandolen Mull's father

"We've been talking to talking points rather than talking to people's pain points." - Dr. Mandolen Mull

🌟 Featured Insights:

• The crucial role of customized self-care in leadership
• The importance of breaking both chains and cycles in professional development
• Why standardized performance evaluations are outdated
• How workplace wellbeing impacts societal fabric

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https://mullmentum.com/meet-us

https://www.instagram.com/mullivation/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandolen/

Pick up a copy of “Grit for the Pearl”: https://www.amazon.com/Grit-Pearl-Mullings-Mullivation-MullMentum/dp/B0DCRVY8BH

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🎧 Episode 148: From Rock Bottom to Record Breaker with Tia Banks Part 2

In this powerful conclusion of our conversation with Tia Banks, we explore how breaking away from expected paths can create ripple effects of transformation for future generations. From being the "different sheep" in her family to founding Summit Saturday, Tia reveals how personal evolution becomes a catalyst for youth empowerment.

We dive deep into:

• Challenging familial and cultural expectations
• Creating psychological safety in educational spaces
• Recognizing and addressing burnout in ourselves and others
• The power of rest in achievement
• Understanding behavior as communication
• The intersection of physical and mental strength
• Building sustainable training routines

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Self-awareness is the first step to reclaiming your strength
2. Psychological safety is crucial for student transformation
3. Sometimes the most disruptive students are future leaders
4. Rest and boundaries are non-negotiable for success
5. Look beyond initial behaviors to understand deeper needs
6. Personal achievements should serve as inspiration for others

💡 Quotes to remember: "Climbing a mountain isn't for you, it's for others. It's for who you can inspire." - Tia Banks

"Your mind has to expand beyond your physical capability if you are in unchartered waters." - Tia Banks

🏔️ Featured Initiative: Summit Saturday - A groundbreaking nonprofit youth development program that uses hiking and nature to enhance mental health and build resilience in at-risk students.

📚 Resources:
https://www.tiabanks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thetiabanks/?hl=en

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🎧 Episode 147: Rock Bottom to Record Breaker | A Journey of Resilience with Tia Banks

In this powerful episode, we explore the transformative journey of Tia Banks, an award-winning motivational speaker, certified resilience expert, and mountaineer. From scoring a devastating 5 on her first college test to becoming one of the second Black women to summit Pico de Orizaba, Tia shares how she transformed her moments of profound failure into catalysts for extraordinary change.

We dive deep into:

• The evolution of identity beyond athletics
• Navigating depression and finding purpose after career-ending injuries
• The power of asking for help and building supportive communities
• The relationship between mental and physical resilience
• Breaking cultural barriers in mountaineering
• Transforming personal struggles into tools for helping others

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Success often requires letting go of the fear of looking unknowledgeable
2. Valley moments are natural parts of any journey - there's no straight path to the peak
3. Grief and acceptance are crucial steps in personal transformation
4. Your mind can expand beyond what you believe you're physically capable of
5. Resilience isn't about never failing - it's about keeping your original decision despite setbacks
6. True growth often comes from exploring spaces outside your normal perspective

💡 Quotes to remember: "On any mountain, there's always a valley. You never just go straight to the top." - Tia Banks

"How can you be yourself if you've never known who you were?" - Tia Banks

"Just because I reached adversity, does that mean the decision changes? Or do we try to figure out, let's get some air, let's do some self-affirmations, let's hype yourself up?" - Tia Banks

📚 Resources:
https://www.tiabanks.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thetiabanks/?hl=en

🏔️ Milestone Achievement: Tia became one of the second Black women to summit Pico de Orizaba, the highest volcano in North America, demonstrating that setbacks are often setups for comebacks.

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🎧 Episode 146: From Self-Doubt to Success | Part 2 with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

In this powerful conclusion of our conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin, we explore how women leaders can create sustainable success while maintaining balance and fostering healthier workplace cultures. Building on the foundations of authentic leadership discussed in Part 1, Dr. Orbe-Austin shares practical strategies for setting boundaries and redefining success on your own terms.

We dive deep into:

• Redefining work-life integration for senior leaders
• Creating reciprocal boundary-setting in organizations
• Breaking the isolation of women in C-suite positions
• Building supportive networks across leadership roles
• Transforming traditional leadership models
• Understanding the transgenerational impact of impostor syndrome

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. More responsibility doesn't have to mean more hours - it's about working smarter
2. Share your boundaries and actively ask about others' boundaries
3. Create systems of support both inside and outside your organization
4. Success definitions should come from within, not from external validation
5. Leadership evolution requires unlearning traditional toxic practices
6. Early intervention can prevent impostor syndrome in the next generation

💡 Quotes to remember: "We'll never survive in this workplace that was built for men if we work like men. We have to work in the context of how our lives fit." - Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

"Be brave and think big... not just in service of surviving, but dream big for yourself." - Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

📚 Resources:

• NEW BOOK: "Your Child's Greatness" - Releasing February 11th
• Instagram: @DoctorOrbeAustin
• Dynamic Transitions Psychological Consulting: www.dynamictransitionsllp.com

EXCITING NEWS: Dr. Orbe-Austin's upcoming book "Your Child's Greatness" tackles the roots of impostor syndrome in childhood development. Pre-order now for its February 11th release!

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🎧 Episode 145: From Self-Doubt to Success | Part 1 with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

In this powerful first part of our conversation with Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin, renowned psychologist and co-founder of Dynamic Transitions Psychological Consulting, we explore the deep impact of impostor syndrome on women in leadership and how to overcome it. As an expert who has both studied and personally experienced impostor syndrome, Dr. Orbe-Austin shares vulnerable insights about her own journey and transformative strategies for others.

We dive deep into:

• The unexpected path to becoming an impostor syndrome expert
• How limiting beliefs can hold back even the most capable leaders
• The unique challenges women face in senior leadership positions
• The delicate balance of power and authenticity in leadership
• How impostor syndrome affects decision-making and risk-taking
• The impact of leadership style on team development

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Success often looks different than we initially imagine - allow yourself to dream bigger
2. Leadership comes in many authentic forms - there isn't one "right" way to lead
3. Impostor syndrome can significantly impact how we develop our teams
4. Micromanaging often stems from our own insecurities
5. Taking risks becomes easier when we stop viewing our power as performative
6. Sharing our struggles can free others to acknowledge and overcome their own

💡 Quotes to remember: 
"I just thought like I was just treading water, trying to survive it all and that somebody was going to eventually find out I didn't deserve any of it and take it all away from me." - Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

"Expertise, competence, power comes in all different forms. And the way that you're going to feel that most is if you're authentically expressing that power and that leadership and not trying to be somebody else to do it." - Dr. Lisa Orbe-Austin

📚 Resources:

• "Own Your Greatness: Overcome Impostor Syndrome, Beat Self-Doubt, and Succeed in Life": https://a.co/d/aIHGjBM
• "Your Unstoppable Greatness: Break Free from Impostor Syndrome, Cultivate Your Agency, and Achieve Your Ultimate Career Goals": https://a.co/d/fbyUOqR
• Dynamic Transitions Psychological Consulting:  www.dynamictransitionsllp.com

Don't miss Part 2 next week where we'll explore:

• Navigating senior leadership roles while maintaining work-life integration
• Setting and modeling healthy boundaries
• Creating psychological safety in workplace cultures
• Preparing the next generation of leaders

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🎧 Episode 144:  Redefining Balance with Cherylanne Skolnicki

In this episode of Evoke Greatness, I welcome Cherylanne Skolnicki, founder of The Brilliant Balance Company and host of the top-rated Brilliant Balance podcast. From her 15-year corporate career at Procter & Gamble to becoming a successful entrepreneur, Cherylanne shares valuable insights about work-life balance, breaking free from perfectionism, and embracing our full potential.

We dive deep into:

• The evolution from corporate executive to entrepreneur
• Redefining what "having it all" really means
• Breaking down the Supermom myth
• Managing guilt while prioritizing self-care
• Recognizing and preventing burnout
• Building and maintaining meaningful relationships while pursuing ambitions
• The future of women's leadership

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Balance isn't about perfect equilibrium - it's about having a big, full life with the freedom to enjoy it
2. "Having it all" should be redefined as having whatever YOU want
3. Guilt won't disappear - learn to feel it and take action anyway
4. Early signs of burnout often manifest as apathy towards things that once excited you
5. Choose connection over perfection in relationships
6. The future of women's leadership requires letting go of doing everything ourselves

💡 Quotes to remember: 
"We have to feel the guilt and do it anyway." - Cherylanne Skolnicki on prioritizing self-care 
"The rigidity really is our enemy." - Cherylanne Skolnicki on maintaining balance

📚 Resources:

• Brilliant Balance Website:  https://brilliant-balance.com
• https://instagram.com/cskolnicki
• The BOLD Experience: A year-long comprehensive program for women seeking to make bold moves
• Brilliant Balance Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brilliant-balance/id1294108032 

If you're seeking to redefine balance in your life, break free from perfectionism, or step into greater leadership, this episode offers practical wisdom and actionable insights from someone who's successfully navigated these challenges.

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🎧 Episode 143: Rebuilding After Layoffs: A Masterclass in Resilience with Tiffany Rosik (Part 2)

In this episode of Evoke Greatness, I welcome Tiffany Rosik, CEO of TGR Management Consulting, author, and technology transformation expert. From her early days in healthcare technology to founding her own consulting firm, Tiffany shares valuable insights about the challenging terrain of career setbacks and professional reinvention.

We dive deep into:

• Navigating the emotional impact of layoffs
• Transforming setbacks into strategic opportunities
• Leveraging volunteer experience for professional growth
• Preparing for board service opportunities
• Staying relevant in a rapidly changing business landscape

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Layoffs often aren't personal - they're business decisions beyond your control
2. The sooner you can accept this reality, the faster you can move forward
3. Your volunteer work often builds valuable, transferable leadership skills
4. Board service requires a "nose in, hands out" approach
5. Staying relevant doesn't require expensive programs - leverage free virtual learning
6. Network transparency during career transitions can unlock unexpected opportunities

💡 Quotes to remember: "It's not me. I'm not a bad employee. I'm not bad at my job." - Tiffany Rosik on reframing layoffs "Take the risk. Go with your gut." - Tiffany Rosik's ultimate career advice

📚 Resources:

• "That's Not the Help I Need: Real Talk for Women About Winning at Work"  
• https://tgrmanagementconsulting.com/book/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyrosik/

If you're navigating a career setback, preparing for a board position, or looking to stay relevant in today's rapidly evolving business landscape, this episode offers practical wisdom and actionable insights from someone who's successfully navigated these challenges.

[Part 2 of 2 - Don't miss Part 1 where we discussed compensation negotiations, workplace dynamics, and building your personal board of directors.]

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🎧 Episode 142: From Corporate Success to CEO: Navigating Career Transitions with Tiffany Rosik

In this episode of Evoke Greatness, I welcome Tiffany Rosik, CEO of TGR Management Consulting, author, and technology transformation expert. From her early days in healthcare technology to founding her own consulting firm, Tiffany shares valuable insights about career growth, workplace dynamics, and professional development.

We dive deep into:

• The journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship
• The realities of starting and scaling a consulting business
• The importance of having a personal "board of directors"
• Navigating workplace dynamics and HR relationships
• Creative approaches to compensation discussions
• The story behind her book "That's Not the Help I Need"

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Starting your own business requires understanding the business of consulting beyond just technical expertise
2. Building a support network or personal "board of directors" is crucial for entrepreneurial success
3. Being open-minded and willing to embrace change creates career opportunities
4. HR can be a valuable resource when approached with clear problems and specific examples
5. Compensation discussions should be backed by measurable business impacts and metrics
6. Creative compensation can include non-monetary benefits like flexible schedules and development opportunities

💡 Quotes to remember: 
"The idea of being your own boss is a very romantic idea... but it is a lot harder than some may think." - Tiffany Rosik

"I created opportunities for myself and established myself as a trailblazer in brand new projects... because I wasn't afraid to fail and I was willing to at least try." - Tiffany Rosik

"The question not asked is always no." - Tiffany Rosik

📚 Resources:

• "That's Not the Help I Need: Real Talk for Women About Winning at Work"  
• https://tgrmanagementconsulting.com/book/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffanyrosik/
   

If you're contemplating a career transition, looking to advance in your current role, or seeking strategies for professional growth, this episode offers practical wisdom and actionable insights from someone who's successfully navigated these challenges.

[Part 1 of 2 - Join us next week for Part 2 where we'll discuss rebuilding after layoffs, leveraging outside skills in the workplace, board service preparation, and staying relevant in a rapidly changing world.]

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🎧 Episode 141: Embracing Good Awkward: Transform Your Discomfort into Power with Henna Pryor

In this episode of Evoke Greatness, I welcome Henna Pryor, renowned performance coach, two-time TEDx speaker, and Author of the bestselling book "Good Awkward." Born to immigrant parents from India and Pakistan, Henna shares her journey from experiencing constant awkwardness in her early years to transforming that discomfort into a catalyst for growth and success.

We dive deep into:

• The concept of "good awkward" versus "bad awkward"
• Post-COVID workplace dynamics and social muscle atrophy
• How silos affect team performance and business continuity
• The crucial distinction between healthy and unhealthy self-doubt
• Understanding vicarious embarrassment and its impact on growth
• The spotlight effect and why people aren't as focused on our mistakes as we think

🔑 Key takeaways:

1. Awkwardness is inevitable and universal - even the most confident people experience it
2. Social muscle atrophy is creating new challenges in workplace collaboration
3. Communication, connection, and community are critical for employee retention
4. Healthy self-doubt can drive preparation and growth while unhealthy self-doubt paralyzes
5. High achievers need to recognize the difference between healthy and unhealthy self-doubt
6. Vicarious embarrassment can actually be a form of judgment that limits our growth

💡 Quotes to remember: "The most confident person you know feels awkward from time to time. They've just learned how to come through it faster." - Henna Pryor

"It's the willingness to be bad at something for long enough to get good at it and then to get great at it." - Sonnie

"We are not everyone's main character. They're their own main character." - Henna Pryor

📚 Resources:

• "Good Awkward" by Henna Pryor
• https://pryoritygroup.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/hennapryor/
• https://www.instagram.com/hennapryor/

If you're looking to transform workplace dynamics, build stronger teams, or turn your social discomfort into a superpower, this episode offers practical strategies and profound insights to help you embrace the power of good awkward and level up both personally and professionally.

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