Hot Habits with Dr. Tamsin

What if becoming a better leader isn't about doing more, but about slowing down, letting go of control, and learning to carry less? In this episode of Hot Habits, host Dr. Tamsin Astor sits down with Tucker Wannamaker, CXO of Thrive Impact, to explore conscious leadership, nonprofit burnout prevention, the power of presence, and the life-changing lessons he learned while walking the Camino de Santiago.

You'll get a peek at what most people miss:

• Why staying light, playful, and authentic can help leaders handle emotionally demanding work without losing themselves in the process
• How walking the Camino de Santiago taught Tucker to release control, overcome mental barriers, reduce distractions, and become more present
• Why nonprofit leaders don't have to live in a constant state of crisis, even when they're serving people who are experiencing one
• How the simple "Pause, Notice, Choose" practice can help reduce stress, challenge the pressure to always be productive, and support more intentional leadership
• Why building strong relationships, understanding people's lived experiences, and creating space for reflection are essential for breaking the cycle of poverty and making lasting community change

If you're interested in conscious leadership, nonprofit leadership, burnout prevention, stress management, mindfulness, personal growth, or creating healthier workplace cultures, this episode offers a fresh perspective on what it means to lead with purpose without sacrificing your well-being. Sometimes, the most powerful thing you can do for yourself, your team, and your community is to slow down, let go of what weighs you down, and make space for what really matters.

Episode highlights:

• 00:00:00 Introduction to Tucker and conscious leadership
• 00:03:00 Why Tucker wears flip-flops: Authenticity, playfulness, and leadership
• 00:07:00 Lessons from the Camino de Santiago: Releasing control and practicing presence
• 00:19:00 Simplifying life, reducing distractions, and overcoming fear
• 00:28:00 Preventing nonprofit burnout through co-creative planning
• 00:35:00 Pause, Notice, Choose: A powerful habit for conscious leaders
• 00:43:00 Together We Climb: Breaking the cycle of poverty through community
• 00:51:00 The power of reflection, intentional rest, and leading without hurry

A little more about today's guest:

Tucker Wannamaker focuses on helping leaders move away from traditional planning processes that often lead to burnout and disconnection, toward practical approaches that build stronger relationships, inspire action, and create lasting impact.

Tucker also contributed to Together We Climb: A Community-Driven Approach to Breaking the Cycle of Poverty and Building Prosperity, a book that explores how communities can work together to address poverty and create opportunities for people to thrive.

https://thriveimpact.org/

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

I'm *Dr. Tamsin Astor,* and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://energyauditbydrtamsin.subscribepage.io/

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

What if burnout isn't a sign that you need to try harder, but a sign that something in your life or workplace simply doesn't fit? In this episode of Hot Habits, host Dr. Tamsin sits down with Caitlin Donovan, burnout expert, keynote speaker, author, and host of FRIED: The Burnout Podcast, to explore the real causes of burnout, chronic stress, workplace culture, conscious leadership, and why self-care alone isn't enough to fix the problem.

You'll get a peek at what most people miss:
* Why burnout is often caused by a mismatch between people, their roles, and workplace systems rather than a lack of resilience
* How childhood experiences, chronic stress, and the nervous system can affect the way we recognize and respond to burnout
* Why listening to basic body signals, like hunger, tiredness, and the need to use the bathroom, can help rebuild self-trust
* How the gap between company values and everyday workplace behaviors can lead to stress, frustration, and employee burnout
* Why leaders and employees need to work together to create healthier workplace cultures without blame, shame, or unrealistic expectations

If you're interested in burnout prevention, stress management, conscious leadership, emotional intelligence, nervous system health, workplace culture, or personal growth, this episode offers a fresh perspective on why working harder isn't always the answer. Sometimes, the most powerful step toward a healthier, happier life is recognizing what isn't working, letting go of self-blame, and finding a better fit.

*Episode highlights:*

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:00:49 Why burnout is a mismatch problem, not a personal failure
• 00:03:19 Caitlin shares her morning protein coffee habit and why simple routines matter
• 00:05:40 Connecting Chinese medicine, modern science, and the body's response to stress
• 00:10:46 Why removing shame, guilt, and blame is essential to burnout recovery
• 00:13:35 How stress, genetics, and childhood experiences can shape burnout over a lifetime
• 00:18:29 Understanding the connection between childhood stress, brain development, and body awareness
• 00:21:26 The surprisingly simple habit that helps rebuild trust with your body
• 00:24:45 Why burnout looks different in nonprofit organizations and corporate workplaces
• 00:27:43 Why Caitlin uses a middle-out approach to help leaders and employees improve workplace culture
• 00:33:05 Caitlin's practical advice for recognizing mismatches, reducing burnout, and finding a better fit

What if the secret to building a successful business isn't working harder, but leading with love? In this episode, Dr. Tamsin sits down with Dennis Pitocco, founder and Chief Reimaginator of 360° Nation, for a heartfelt conversation about conscious leadership, compassion in the workplace, employee engagement, burnout, authentic relationships, and why stepping away from busyness can help us reconnect with what truly matters.

You'll get a peek at what most people miss:

• Why expressing love openly can strengthen friendships and everyday human connection
• How making employees feel heard and valued can improve retention and reduce hiring costs
• Why genuine compassion matters more than simply appearing kind or supportive
• Why setting boundaries with one-sided relationships creates more room for meaningful connections
• How offering reassurance and emotional support can be just as valuable as solving business problems

If you're interested in conscious leadership, workplace culture, emotional intelligence, burnout prevention, work-life integration, personal growth, or building a purpose-driven business, this episode offers a refreshing reminder that success isn't just about what we achieve. It's also about how we treat people, connect with ourselves, and make a positive difference in the world.

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:00:40 From global finance to founding 360° Nation and its four ventures
• 00:03:05 Dennis shares the meaningful object he brought to the conversation
• 00:08:46 The challenges of bringing new ideas into traditional corporate environments
• 00:18:43 The story behind Dennis and his wife's six-month radical sabbatical
• 00:20:32 Why Dennis stepped away from his business without setting a return date
• 00:23:21 Learning to slow down after years of constant activity and pressure
• 00:27:05 Understanding the connection between physical, mental, and emotional alignment
• 00:28:21 Discovering the courage to embrace empty space and an uncertain future
• 00:31:06 Why taking a weekend away from your phone can be a powerful first step
• 00:39:04 The inspiration behind Dennis's upcoming book, Humanity Rising: Killing the Corporate Cult

Dennis Pitocco is the founder and Chief Reimaginator of 360° Nation, a global platform dedicated to uplifting humanity through compassion, creativity, and connection. After more than 30 years in global finance, Dennis shifted his focus to building purpose-driven communities and supporting nonprofits worldwide. He is also the author of Humanity Rising: The Power of Love and a passionate advocate for bringing more kindness, authenticity, and humanity into business and everyday life.

https://www.bizcatalyst360.com/inside-360-nation/

I'm *Dr. Tamsin Astor,* and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

What if grit isn’t something you have to build alone? In this Hot Habits episode, Dr. Tamsin Astor sits down with award-winning podcast host, community builder, and founder of Smashing the Plateau, David Shriner-Cahn, for a thoughtful conversation about solopreneurship, decision-making, community, leadership, feedback, work-life integration, and the hidden challenges of leaving corporate life behind.

You’ll get a peek at what most people miss:

• Why leaving corporate life can make decision-making surprisingly difficult
• How the “invisible infrastructure” of an organization supports better choices
• Why grit can be strengthened through trusted community
• Why good feedback starts with questions, trust, and psychological safety
• How focusing on one important priority can create more consistent progress
• Why leadership doesn’t require a formal title

If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, solopreneurship, conscious leadership, community building, productivity, decision-making, communication, or creating a business that supports your whole life, this episode offers a practical and human look at why we may work for ourselves, but we don’t have to do everything by ourselves.

Episode highlights:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:02:23 Why David chose his microphone as his “hot habit”
• 00:03:26 Why experienced professionals struggle after leaving corporate life
• 00:07:48 The invisible structure you lose when you become a solopreneur
• 00:09:47 How community can help build grit and better decisions
• 00:11:08 Why speaking your challenges out loud changes your thinking
• 00:13:37 Creating trust, confidentiality, and useful feedback
• 00:17:10 The difference between giving advice and helping someone think
• 00:18:47 How David builds diverse, effective peer groups
• 00:23:25 Creating relational support inside a solopreneur community
• 00:25:21 Keeping a business running during major personal challenges
• 00:28:28 Why work-life integration matters more than work-life balance
• 00:29:25 Using “The One Thing” to focus your time and energy
• 00:34:36 How David’s view of leadership has changed
• 00:35:19 Why communication is a powerful form of leadership
• 00:36:45 David’s free clarity self-assessment

A little more about today’s guest:
David Shriner-Cahn is an award-winning podcast host, community builder, and founder of Smashing the Plateau, a community designed to help solopreneurs build stronger businesses through trusted peer support. After decades in corporate leadership, David has focused his work on helping experienced professionals successfully transition from corporate careers into entrepreneurship. He is also the host of the Smashing the Plateau podcast, which has surpassed 1,000 episodes.

https://www.smashingtheplateau.com/
Free Clarity Self-Assessment: SmashingThePlateau.com/clarity

I'm *Dr. Tamsin Astor,* and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

What if selling didn’t have to rely on pressure, urgency, or making someone feel like they’re falling behind? In this Hot Habits episode, Dr. Tamsin Astor sits down with consent-based marketing educator and copywriter Tarzan Kay for a thoughtful conversation about ethical selling, persuasion, nervous system signals, shame, failure, creativity, and building a business that feels good on both sides of the sale. Tarzan shares why a “yes” doesn’t always mean true consent, how common marketing tactics can overwhelm our ability to make clear decisions, and why resistance to a business strategy isn’t always a mindset problem. They also explore the value of slowing down before big decisions, listening to what your body is telling you, learning from failure, and allowing your business to change as you do.

You’ll get a peek at what most people miss:

• Why a “yes” isn’t always the same as genuine consent
• How seemingly harmless sales tactics can stack up and create pressure
• Why resistance doesn’t automatically mean you have a mindset problem
• How making it safe for someone to say “no” can create greater trust
• Why shame around failed purchases and business experiments can keep you stuck
• How storytelling and curiosity can help you build a business that grows with you

If you’re interested in ethical marketing, conscious leadership, entrepreneurship, nervous system awareness, personal growth, or creating a business without high-pressure sales tactics, this episode offers a refreshingly human way to think about how we sell, buy, fail, learn, and grow.

Episode highlights:

• 00:00:00 Intro
• 00:03:22 Tarzan’s Hot Habit: Why singing belongs to everyone
• 00:06:28 What consent-based marketing really means
• 00:07:49 Going beyond permission to ongoing, revocable consent
• 00:13:47 Impulse buying and creating space before decisions
• 00:17:34 Tarzan’s shift away from traditional internet marketing
• 00:20:33 Recognizing privilege and rethinking business success
• 00:22:06 Marketing red flags and selling to vulnerable audiences
• 00:30:21 Learning the difference between discomfort and misalignment
• 00:33:11 Shame, failure, and the value of business community
• 00:40:00 Grief, singing, and Tarzan’s next chapter

A little more about today’s guest:

Tarzan Kay is a writer and email marketing educator who helps online business owners create story-driven emails that make money without relying on coercive sales tactics. Since starting her business in 2016, she has become known for teaching consent-based marketing that puts people before pressure. Today, she works primarily through small-group programs, helping business owners build stronger connections with their audiences while creating emails people genuinely want to read.

https://tarzankay.com/

I'm *Dr. Tamsin Astor,* and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want is not a lack of knowledge, but your own fear, habits, and excuses? In this Hot Habits episode, Dr. Tamsin Astor sits down with disruption strategist Peter Swain for a bold conversation about radical responsibility, human behavior, failure, leadership, and the rapidly changing world of AI. Peter shares why execution matters more than knowing the right answer, why friction is essential for growth, and how being brutally honest with yourself can help you move forward. They also challenge some of the biggest claims being made about AI today, explore bias and representation in training data, and discuss why empathy, communication, and leadership may become even more valuable as technology takes over more technical work.

You’ll get a peek at what most people miss:

• Why honesty with yourself can be more useful than motivation
• How protecting your ego can quietly keep you from making progress
• Why learning to fail well may be more useful than avoiding failure
• How to spot when hype, greed, and big promises override common sense
• Why human skills like empathy, communication, and leadership may matter even more in an AI-driven world
  
  If you’re interested in AI, leadership, personal growth, behavioral psychology, or how to stay relevant in a fast-changing world, this episode will challenge how you think about success, failure, and what comes next.

A little more about today’s guest:

Peter Swain is an international speaker, bestselling author, and advocate for AI enablement across business. Before focusing on helping people and companies understand AI, he spent more than 25 years in digital marketing and technology, leading agencies involved in over 1,400 projects with brands including Microsoft, Apple, Google, and Jamie Oliver. His work is driven by a simple question, “Why?”, which he believes is often overlooked in the rush to focus on how, who, and what.

https://www.peterswain.com/

https://www.instagram.com/peterswain247

https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterswain247/

I'm Dr. Tamsin Astor, and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

Curious how growth-minded founders turn stressful, chaotic leadership into calm, scalable systems? This Hot Habits episode features Dr. Tamsin Astor and consultant/coach Ed Brown, who spills the tea on what really keeps CEOs stuck (and it’s not what you think). Edge into conversations about nervous system wisdom, scaling strategies, decision rights, and the magic that happens when leaders actually let go. Connect to valuable insights on the role of daily intention, to the power of communication cadence, and why the ability to pause, notice, and choose rewires organizations from the inside out.

You’ll get a peek at what most founders miss:

• Why leaders often misdiagnose their real business bottlenecks
• The crucial habit that moves teams from chaos to clarity
• How to let go of control and empower your team to step up
• The difference between a business growing "stronger" vs. just getting "heavier"
• The power of intentional pauses and clear decision rights in operational leadership
  
  If you’re searching for growth hacks, leadership best practices, or just want to know what makes high-performing teams tick, this one is for you!

A little more about today’s guest -

Ed Brown is the founder of Empowered Dynamics and a Fractional Chief Growth & Operations Officer who helps founder-led B2B service companies scale revenue without creating operational chaos. With more than 20 years leading multi-region sales and operations platforms, Ed has owned P&L responsibility across markets generating up to $600M+ annually and has helped organizations align sales, capacity, leadership, and accountability at scale. Today he works as an embedded operator with founders whose growth is being slowed by bottlenecks, reactive leadership, and execution strain. Through his SCALE Executive Operating System, Ed helps teams diagnose constraints, connect revenue to capacity, install decision clarity, and build the leadership rhythm required for predictable growth. His work sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and legacy-driven leadership.

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

https://invisiblenomorebook.info/

https://empowereddynamics.com/

I'm Dr. Tamsin Astor, and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

Step into a new paradigm of leadership with Dr. Tamsin Astor and Jeff Benton as they unpack what it really means to get “coherent” in body and mind. This episode of Hot Habits brings you fresh takes on performance optimization, trauma healing, and energy management tailored for leaders, entrepreneurs, and anyone seeking success without burnout. From clearing old beliefs to tuning into your body’s signals, this conversation unlocks what high performers actually need to thrive.

• The science behind heart-brain coherence and real-time self-regulation
• Why deep trauma work is essential for lasting change—not just quick fixes
• How interoception (body awareness) transforms performance, relationships, and leadership
• Practical tools for releasing stress and building emotional resilience
• The critical link between self-awareness, identity, and sustainable success

A little more about today’s guest -

Jeff Benton is with Paragon Performance Evolution, a leadership and peak performance firm known for blending applied neuroscience, emotional self-regulation, and transformational leadership practices. Over the past two decades, they’ve worked with top performers across sectors—Fortune 500 executives, astronauts, professional athletes, Special Forces, and global changemakers—helping them access greater clarity, resilience, and influence under pressure.
Their approach integrates heart-brain coherence, interoception, and science-backed performance tools to help leaders upgrade their “human operating system”—shifting from reactivity to presence, from stress to sustainable performance. The result: individuals and teams that lead with more clarity, creativity, and capacity.
Their sessions have been consistently top-rated at leadership events and executive gatherings for their dynamic facilitation, practical insights, and deeply human approach to growth.

https://www.linkedin.com/company/paragon-performance-evolution

https://www.instagram.com/paragon_performance/

https://www.performanceparagon.com

I'm Dr. Tamsin Astor, and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/

If you've ever wondered what separates organizations that soar from those that stumble, this episode of Hot Habits with Dr. Tamsin Astor and Simon T. Bailey is for you. They don’t just talk leadership—they live it, revealing powerful habits and mindset shifts that turn hope into real results. Explore why hope isn’t just inspiration but a data-backed cognitive force that shapes productivity, retention, and real belonging at work. Get a taste of how leaders can move from just performing to creating vibrant, engaged teams. Listen in on Simon’s own daily rituals and impactful habits that have been part of his sustainable transformation. Are you ready to see why activated, seen, and valued people outperform those who are simply tolerated? Tune in for cutting-edge strategy, neuroscience-backed tips, and memorable takeaways to up your leadership game.

A little more about today’s guest -

Simon T. Bailey is a globally recognized keynote speaker, researcher, and author who proves that hope isn't soft, it's the most measurable competitive advantage most organizations aren't tracking, and has spent 25 years and 55 countries helping 2,600+ organizations build it.

It’s easy to find Simon T across platforms - LinkedIn, Facebook, IG, Threads, TikTok - @SimonTBailey

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/simontbailey/

Website - https://www.simontbailey.com/

Book - Resilience@Work - How to Coach Yourself Into a Thriving Future

https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637559925

Podcast - Amplify Hope Today - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/amplify-hope-today/id1881115485

I'm Dr. Tamsin Astor, and I am neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

No one shows up as just "the CEO." You're a founder, a colleague, a parent, a partner, a human… often all before lunch. When you only change habits in one role and ignore the others, you get burnout, misalignment, and a culture that feels brittle no matter how good your strategy is.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
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Ever wondered how industry leaders keep their cool and compassion across boardrooms, communities, and home life? On this episode of Hot Habits, Greg Zlevor reveals the real magic behind his leadership style, sharing secrets from immersive silent retreats and the unique rituals he uses to foster trust and authentic human connection. Dr. Tamsin Astor and Greg challenge toxic positivity and unpack how “hope” should be more than a buzzword—it needs embodiment. Explore their conversations on reflection, non-colluding relationships, and breaking the cycle of judgment. With stories about gratitude bags, missing meetings, and the messy humanity of even the best leaders, this episode is an invitation to look at your own leadership habits with fresh eyes. Perfect for anyone seeking insights on mindful leadership, appreciative inquiry, and positive workplace culture.

A little more about today’s guest -

Greg Zlevor is a globally recognized leadership development expert, executive coach, and founder of Westwood International — a firm that has partnered with some of the world's most iconic organizations, including Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Volvo, United Airlines, and Intel.
A 9x Amazon bestselling author, Greg's books explore the intersection of high-performance leadership, purpose-driven culture, and authentic transformation. His work equips senior leaders and teams to think bigger, lead better, and create lasting impact.
Greg is also the founder of HopeMakers — an invite-only global collective of thought leaders united by a single mission: to build a world that works for all. Rooted in the values of listening, appreciating, serving, and thinking big together, HopeMakers brings together visionaries committed to making good things happen — for their organizations and for humanity.
A TEDx speaker recognized by MSN as a Top 10 Visionary Entrepreneur and named Business Educator of the Year, Greg challenges leaders to move beyond the ordinary — to become the kind of people the world is waiting for.

https://hopemakerscollective.com/

I'm Dr. Tamsin Astor, and I am a neuroscientist who studies habits in teams, relationships and systems. I'm obsessed with one question: which habits are quietly running your life, and which ones could change everything?

I work with founders and leadership teams to identify the invisible defaults driving their culture, their communication, and their results and then we redesign them, from the inside out.

My work blends neuroscience, habit design, conscious leadership, and relational intelligence — because your relationships are your leadership. Full stop.

Clients usually find me when they're exhausted from putting out the same fires and starting to suspect: this isn't just a strategy problem. It's a human habits problem.

I believe how you live and lead ripples outward: into your team, your family, future generations. My core values are freedom and love, and everything I build is grounded in honest communication, smart systems, and deep care for people.

Underneath it all? Relationships are my north star.

Grab Your Free Personal Energy Audit

If this episode got you thinking about your habits, your capacity, or where your energy is really going, I made something to help you take the next step.

It’s a free video plus a simple download that walks you through a personal energy audit with AI as your guide. It’s designed to help you see what’s working, what’s draining you, and where small shifts could create more ease, focus, and alignment.

Get the free resource here: https://tamsinastor.zoholandingpage.com/hothabits

Looking forward to being here with you next week for another juicy conversation!

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Join my Substack - https://drtamsin.substack.com/
Check out more episodes - https://www.hothabitspodcast.com/