On today’s Productive Joy, the recap, Christie highlights an episode with Kyle McDowell, a Fortune 10 CEO and author of Begin With We, which outlines 10 leadership principles focused on shifting from “me” to “we.” After retiring and then being asked to lead another company days later, Kyle chose a completely different leadership style centered on empowering others, admitting leaders don’t need all the answers, and building strong teams. 

A key takeaway is his approach to tough days—choosing consistent behavior over emotions (“f my feelings”)—and the idea that joy is a choice. Dr. Christie encourages you to rely on your personal and professional “we,” and to stop trying to do everything on your own.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 Welcome and Recap

00:29 Kyle and Begin With We

01:05 Leadership Shift Story

01:43 Show Up on Hard Days

02:12 Joy Is a Choice

02:49 Find Your Village

03:41 Lean Into We

04:19 Follow Kyle and Reflect

04:42 Turn Wisdom Into Action