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In this heartfelt episode I welcome Jennifer Elliott, Executive Director of Heart of Georgia Hospice, for a rich and inspiring conversation about leadership, legacy, and the true meaning of hospice care.

From starting her career as a Certified Nursing Assistant to becoming a respected executive in hospice, Jennifer shares the journey that shaped her leadership philosophy. With over two decades of experience in nursing and a deeply personal connection to her work, Jennifer opens up about what it means to lead with heart, and why the culture of your team matters more than ever.

Together, we explore:

• What most people don’t understand about hospice

• The joys and challenges of leading in end-of-life care

• Why team culture is the foundation of exceptional service

• Creative ways to pour into your team and support their development

• A special question from Percy the Penguin, my curious research assistant
  

Tune in and be inspired by the power of purpose, presence, and people-first leadership.

To reach Jennifer Elliott or Heart of Georgia Hospice please visit: www.heartofgahospice.org

Today’s episode is filled with wisdom, heart, and a whole lot of INspiration. We’re joined by Heather McLain, a powerhouse leader, registered nurse, birth doula, life coach, and mom of four. She’s also the Executive Vice President of Organizational Development at Healing Hands Healthcare and the founder of McLain Mindset, where she helps women reclaim confidence, courage, and clarity in their lives.

Heather shares her unique journey from the bedside to the boardroom and offers a powerful message about the internal barriers women face. Together, we explore what it means to lead with intention, live with purpose, and rewrite the narratives that hold us back.

We’ll talk about:

• The invisible roadblocks women face in leadership and life

• How to reclaim your voice and stop waiting for permission

• What Heather believes every woman needs to hear today

Whether you're a leader, caregiver, or someone in transition, this episode is a breath of fresh air.

To connect with Heather McLain, please visit www.mclainmindset.com

In a galaxy not so far away… we’re celebrating May the Fourth by combining two of my favorite things: the wisdom of the Enneagram and the epic characters of Star Wars! 

Join me as I boldly (and playfully) explore what might happen if Obi-Wan, Leia, Yoda, and even Han Solo took an Enneagram test. Which type is Luke Skywalker? Why does Kylo Ren feel so much? And what makes Princess Leia the fierce, protective leader we all admire?

We’ll dig into each of the nine Enneagram types using Star Wars icons to illuminate the strengths, struggles, and motivations behind each number. It’s part insight, part fandom, and 100% fun.

Whether you’re a longtime Enneagram nerd or just here for the lightsabers, you’ll walk away with new insights about yourself, your team, and maybe even your favorite scruffy-looking nerf herder.

So grab your blue milk, press play, and remember: the first rule of the Enneagram is never type real people... but fictional ones? Fair game.

May the Fourth be with you. Always.

If you are interested in taking the iEQ9 Enneagram Assessment visit: https://www.hodgesgroupintl.com/enneagramtest

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In this episode, we explore the warm, generous, and people-centered world of Enneagram 2s—also known as The Giver or Helper. Twos are intuitive, caring, and connection-driven, with a deep need to be needed and a gift for nurturing the people around them.

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We’ll explore:
• The core fears, motivations, and strengths of a 2
• How their giving nature can be both beautiful and complicated
• Their wings (1 and 3) and how they shape their personality
• What stress and growth look like for 2s
• Blind spots and strategies for personal and professional growth

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Join me as we uncover the heart, hope, and hidden challenges behind Enneagram 2s.

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If you are interested in taking the iEQ9 Enneagram Assessment visit: https://www.hodgesgroupintl.com/enneagramtest

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What if the path to healing, connection, and joy was paved with creativity?

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with artist and visionary leader Beth Inglish to explore how creativity isn’t just about making art—it’s about making meaning. Beth shares how unlocking your creative voice can shift you from fear into joy, from surviving into thriving. Drawing from her own journey of healing through art and founding the Nashville Creative Group, Beth offers inspiring insights on the intersection of creativity, emotional intelligence, and leadership.

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Together, we explore:

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How creativity helps us move through fear and access joy

Why emotional intelligence is essential to the creative process

The role of community in supporting creative expression

Practical ways to reconnect with your creativity—even if you don’t call yourself an artist

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Beth’s message is clear: Joy transforms lives, and creativity makes it possible.

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Whether you’re a leader, creator, or someone craving more meaning, this conversation will leave you inspired to trust your intuition, embrace your voice, and create from the inside out.

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To connect with Beth please visit www.bethinglish.com

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Creativity isn’t a happy accident—it’s a skill that teams can develop with intention. In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Amy Climer, a leading expert in team creativity and innovation. With clients like the Mayo Clinic and Stanford University, Amy teaches leaders how to deliberately cultivate the conditions that unlock breakthrough ideas.

Amy is the author of Deliberate Creative Teams: How to Lead for Innovative Results and host of The Deliberate Creative Podcast. In our conversation, she breaks down the difference between creativity and innovation, debunks the myth that only some people are creative, and shares practical strategies that help teams innovate on demand.

We explore:

The core elements required for team creativity

What leaders often get wrong about innovation

Why creativity is hard—and how to make it easier

A simple mindset shift to help you reclaim your creative confidence

Whether you’re leading a team or just trying to think differently, this episode offers a powerful framework for building creative capacity on purpose—and with purpose.

To connect with Dr. Amy Climer go to www.climerconsulting.com

What if the key to better leadership, deeper connection, and greater impact is already inside you waiting to be unleashed?

In this episode of I’m IN! Heather sits down with internationally acclaimed storytelling powerhouse David Hutchens, author of Story Dash, Circle of the 9 Muses, and creator of the Leadership Story Deck. David has worked with global giants like NASA, Walmart, and Coca-Cola to unlock the power of narrative in business—and today, he’s here to help you do the same.

Together, Heather and David explore:

Why storytelling is the most human—and effective—technology in leadership

How to quickly access your best stories with “lightning-fast” techniques

The neuroscience behind why stories connect us

Why your brain lights up when you hear a good story (and how to use that on your team)

How leaders can turn storytelling into strategy for innovation, engagement, and transformation

Whether you think you’re “not a good storyteller” or you’re looking to level up your leadership, this episode is your invitation to step into the narrator role and start shaping stories that move people.

And yes, Percy the Penguin pops in with a few great questions, too.

To connect with David please visit https://www.storytellingleader.com/

David’s latest book, The Story Dash, and his other resources are available on Amazon and anywhere books are sol.

In this exciting episode of the I’m IN! Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Michelle Griffin, CEO of Griffin Resources, an end-to-end business solutions provider based in Tampa, Florida. Dr. Griffin holds a PhD in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and has mastered the art of running multiple businesses simultaneously.

Join us as we explore how creativity fuels her ability to launch and scale multiple companies at once. Michelle shares how creative insights from one business often spark innovation in others, her strategies for overcoming creative roadblocks, and the powerful mindset shifts that help her reframe setbacks as catalysts for growth.

Tune in to be inspired by Michelle’s creativity, resilience, and bold approach to building businesses.

Listen now and keep saying “I’m IN!” to creativity, growth, and transformation!

To connect with Michelle, visit:https://griffin-resources.com/

In this episode, we continue our Enneagram series by exploring Type 1s – The Perfectionist, Reformer, or Improver. As part of the Gut (Anger) Triad 1s are principled, disciplined, and detail-oriented but they often struggle with self-criticism and perfectionism. Their inner critic is relentless and pushes them to correct mistakes and uphold high standards.

Join me as we discuss their core motivations, blind spots, workplace behaviors, and pathways for personal growth.

Core fear: Being corrupt, evil, or defective

Strengths: Ethical, organized, honest, and purposeful

Growth: Practice self-acceptance, embrace imperfection, and delegate tasks

Work & Leadership: Industrious, reliable, and structured, but may struggle with delegation and letting go

As leaders, 1s inspire others with their commitment to doing things right and their dedication to improving systems. Tune in to learn how to channel the strengths of this disciplined and idealistic type!

If you are interested in taking the iEQ9 Enneagram Assessment visit: https://www.hodgesgroupintl.com/enneagramtest

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In this episode, we continue our Enneagram series by exploring Type 9s – The Mediator or Adaptive Peacemaker. As part of the Gut (Anger) Triad and the Withdrawn Stance, 9s are easygoing, patient, and accepting but can struggle with inertia and avoiding conflict. Beneath their calm exterior, they struggle with inertia, indecisiveness, and unexpressed anger. Join me as we explore their core motivations, blind spots, workplace behaviors, and pathways for personal growth.

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Core fear: Loss & separation
Strengths: Trustworthy, kind, creative, and natural mediators
Growth: Assert yourself, set priorities, and express your needs
Work & Leadership: Consensus-driven, stabilizing, and quietly influential

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As leaders, 9s have the power to unite and lead in a way that fosters harmony and collaboration. Tune in to learn how to harness the strengths of this compassionate and steady type!

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If you are interested in taking the iEQ9 Enneagram Assessment visit: https://www.hodgesgroupintl.com/enneagramtest