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In this episode of the Lead with Levity podcast, the host explores the concept of comfort and whether it is always a good thing. The guest, Dr. Wanda Wallace, author of "You Can't Know It All," shares insights on stepping outside of one's comfort zone to expand horizons and reach one's potential. While comfort is desirable, being too comfortable can lead to complacency and a lack of motivation for personal growth. Tune in to learn more about finding the balance between comfort and growth.

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In this episode of the Lead with Levity podcast, host Dr. Heather Walker dives into the topic of technology and artificial intelligence (AI) with expert Rajeev Kapur, CEO of 1105 Media. They discuss the importance of facing our fears around technology, how to get on board with new tools and skills, and the exciting opportunities that AI can unlock for human creativity. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of technology in the workplace and beyond.

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Hello everyone! I am thrilled to announce our latest episode of the Lead With Levity podcast, featuring Alden Mills, former CEO of Perfect Fitness and best selling author of Unstoppable Teams. In this episode, Alden shares his insights on leadership and team building, drawing from his experience as a Navy SEAL and a successful entrepreneur. 

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Are you afraid of writing? Do you struggle with putting pen to paper or fingers to keyboards? Check out the latest episode of the Lead with Levity podcast where we dive into overcoming the fear of writing. Learn how to give and accept feedback, handle toxic feedback, and know when your draft is done. 

Stay tuned for insights from our guest Joni B. Cole.

Trust your instincts and be confident in your work. Overall, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to improve their writing skills and overcome their fear of the blank page. 

So, grab your headphones and tune in to the Lead with Levity podcast today!

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What does allyship look like from a community perspective? 

In today’s episode we have a special guest, Daniel Sims, a justice advocate and consultant who helps organizations operate from a mindful approach. The conversation touches on economic equity and justice, indigenous populations and ways to educate and prepare yourself as a change agent. We also discuss the importance of being an ally to others and what it means for organizations to be an ally to the community. Additionally, we explore the One World approach as opposed to a First or Second World approach to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and how Daniel addresses inequities within the workplace.

Key Takeaways: 

• Create equitable systems through data
• Take action for equity
• Focus on economic equity
• DEI initiatives increase productivity
• Push the envelope courageously
• Systemic racism perpetuates injustice
• Responsiveness model: Acknowledge, Listen, Understand, Ask, Show
• Commit to understanding others
• Humbly listen and learn

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In today’s episode of the Lead with Levity podcast, host Dr. Heather Walker speaks with prolific and award-winning author Kenneth Rogers. Rogers shares insights into how lessons from DC Comics can help us approach life as adults and overcome fears such as imposter syndrome, workaholism, and perfectionism. The conversation dives into the facade of perfectionism and how it holds people back.  

Topics Covered:

• Connecting superheroes to adult life
• Wonder Woman's compassion fatigue
• The Green Lanterns and Emotional Balance
• Superman and perfectionism + Balancing Superman's three personas
• Hypervigilance in Batman + Self-improvement through Batman
• Slowing down for self-care
• Becoming your own superhero
• And learn so much more…

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Looking to improve customer satisfaction and drive business success? Look no further than Dr. Janelle Barlow, a leading expert in the field of customer feedback and service recovery. As a bestselling author, media spokesperson, and seminar leader, Dr. Barlow has helped countless businesses transform complaints into gifts and use customer feedback to fuel growth and improvement. 

Through her acclaimed book, A Complaint is a Gift, Dr. Barlow offers a powerful philosophy and strategic framework for handling customer complaints effectively. Dr. Barlow also shares practical advice and real-world examples of businesses that have successfully navigated customer complaints and feedback. Whether you're looking to improve your customer service, enhance your brand reputation, or drive business growth, Dr. Barlow's insights and strategies offer invaluable guidance and inspiration.

Key Takeaways:

• Dr. Barlow shares her latest edition of her book, A Complaint Is a Gift: How to Learn from Critical Feedback and Recover Customer Loyalty
• Dr. Barlow 3 steps in response to written complaints
• How we can build improvisation skills into organizations.
• Recommendations for not taking customer complaints personally
• Asking questions is:
  • A critical skillset, especially for customer service reps
  • An emotional intelligence skillset
• And learn so much more… 

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Developing self-regulation as a leader takes time and effort, but it's well worth it. By practicing mindfulness, setting clear boundaries, developing self-awareness, and building a support network, you can become a more effective and successful leader. Today’s episode we have our special guest, Jessica Cabeen who shares some of her practical tips for developing self-regulation as a leader. Tune in to the full episode and enjoy!

In this episode you’ll learn: 

• What Is Reverse Mentoring and it’s concept? 
• Having authentic humility is so important.
• Tips and importance on developing self-regulation.
• Humility and vulnerability in the workplace are going to make things just better.
• Tips for Connecting with Younger Co-workers
• How Jessica balances her work-life and fulfills both areas.
• Principal in Balance: Leading at Work and Living a Life by by Jessica M. Cabeen — Why she wrote this book. 
• Having a Bandwidth and Boundaries, Guardrails and Guide post, what you need to know. 

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In this episode of the Lead with Levity podcast, host Heather Walker and licensed therapist Athina Danilo dive into the topic of imposter syndrome. They discuss how many people suffer in silence with this issue and how it can cause individuals to feel like nothing they do is good enough, constantly striving to achieve more and tie their worth to their achievements. 

Heather and Athina explore how societal and cultural messages reinforce the idea that our worth is tied to our work and accomplishments, and how this can make it difficult to shift our mindset and embrace the idea that we are worthy just as we are. The conversation gets deep and psychological as they talk about how to recognize and combat negative self-talk and rediscover the different pieces of ourselves beyond what we do for work. If you're someone who feels like you're always putting others before yourself, constantly striving for perfection, or feeling like you're not enough, this episode is for you. 

Tune in for some helpful insights and tips to help combat imposter syndrome and find your worth beyond your accomplishments.

About Today's Guest: Athina Danilo
Athina Danilo, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT#124847), is passionate about working with culturally diverse millennials seeking to break free from the cycle of perfectionism, self-doubt, and burnout. Athina utilizes a blend of Relational Contemporary Psychoanalysis and Culturally Sensitive Therapy to help clients cultivate a greater sense of self-worth and confidence in themselves and live a more authentic and fulfilling life. Athina is also a published author of the Imposter Syndrome Workbook: Exercises to Boost Your Confidence, Own Your Success, and Embrace Your Brilliance, which provides a source of support and guidance to help readers embrace themselves more fully as they gain greater insight into their own imposter syndrome struggles and build greater confidence and trust in themselves.

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Imposter syndrome, workaholism, and stress are common challenges that people face in the workplace. These issues can negatively impact a person's mental health and work performance. Fortunately, there are antidotes that can help alleviate these problems. In today’s episode, we'll explore ways to overcome these challenges. Let’s welcome  Estelle Read, The Managing Director of Beee, a coach, speaker, and the Amazon best selling author of Inner Brilliance, Outer Shine: 10 Antidotes to Imposter Syndrome, Workaholism and Stress. 

Key Takeaways:

• What Is Imposter Syndrome?
• Who is most likely to get imposter syndrome?
• The five types of imposter syndrome:
  • The Perfectionist -  feeling inadequate, pushing themselves as hard as possible
  • The Natural Genius - which is perfectionism plus feeling unworthy if they can't achieve lofty goals the first time around
  • The Soloist -  they find it hard to ask for help
  • The Expert - never feeling good enough despite being really knowledgeable 
  • The Superhuman - which is around work addiction, pushing themselves as hard as possible, regardless of the physical consequences
• What are antidotes to imposter syndrome, workaholism, and stress?
• A fix called "havening": What it is and how it works
• And learn so much more by listening to the full episode

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