Reclaimed with Lindsay Harwell

In this episode of Reclaimed, Lindsay and Rocky Bush discuss the concept of legacy, exploring its meaning, how it is built, and its impact on the people we touch throughout our lives. Rocky shares her unique career journey from the bowling industry to ministry and back to the secular workplace, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's calling and the relational aspect of leaving a legacy. The conversation explores themes of resilience, purpose, accountability, and the impact of serving others, particularly in the context of faith and personal growth. Rocky shares personal stories that highlight the importance of integrity, the challenges of balancing responsibilities, and the significance of stepping out in faith to make a difference in the lives of others.

Rocky Bush is an entrepreneur, communications strategist, and storyteller who helps businesses and nonprofits communicate with clarity, creativity, and consistency. She spends her days untangling communications challenges, building marketing strategies, and helping organizations tell stories that truly connect. 

You can reach Rocky in the following ways:

RockyBush.com

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

https://www.instagram.com/rocky_bush

https://www.facebook.com/rockybush13/

https://www.tiktok.com/@rocky_bush

Takeaways

• Legacy is relational
• Obedience leads to fulfillment Resilience in the face of challenges
• Importance of accountability and integrity

"The greatest lever an organization has to realize success is through their leaders." - Jennifer McIntyre

In this episode of Reclaimed, I sit down with Jennifer McIntyre to talk about how she is leaving a legacy through her work in leadership development. Not only is Jen a living example to her son on how to be brave and learn through failure, but she is helping organizational leaders show up as their best selves. Jen reminds us that "leaders bring the weather" and that grounded, authentic, and consistent leadership is what leaves a legacy.

You can reach Jennifer at:

https://boldlyyouconsulting.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-mcintyre-262b92/

https://www.instagram.com/boldly_you_consulting/

Kicking off Season 2, my guest Lori Fair joins me to share how she is building a legacy through her nonprofit, For The Good. Lori’s deep love for children and families impacted by the foster care system led her and her husband not only to their youngest son, but also ignited a calling to support the foster community in a more intentional way.

Her journey took a powerful turn during an encounter with the birth mother of a young girl they were fostering. In that moment, Lori felt Jesus open her eyes to the reality that birth families often need support, education, and encouragement to become safe, stable, and loving parents. That revelation became the foundation of For The Good’s mission.

You do not want to miss this beautiful story of love, faith, and obedience — and how Lori is helping change the face of foster care one family at a time.

You can learn more at Family Advocacy & Crisis Support in Austin TX

or on IG at https://www.instagram.com/forthegoodtx?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&stkn=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

In this episode, Linday and trauma therapist Latina Griffin, LCSW talk about understanding and defining trauma, including the distinction between big T and little T traumas. We explore the physiological responses to trauma, the impact of trauma in the workplace, and the overwhelm and flood response. Additionally, we discuss perfectionism as a trauma response and its connection to early life experiences. The conversation delves into the impact of perfectionism, trauma, and anxiety in the workplace, as well as the challenges of managing emotional exhaustion. It also explores the importance of identifying and addressing trauma, recognizing the signs of overwhelm, and seeking professional help. The discussion highlights the types of trauma-informed therapy and emphasizes the importance of support and community in healing and recovery.

Takeaways

• Trauma is not just about what happens to someone, but how the brain and body respond to it.
• Perfectionism can be a trauma response, driven by the need for safety and control. Recognize the signs of trauma and anxiety in the workplace
• Seek professional help from a trauma-informed therapist
• Build a support system and community for healing and recovery

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding Trauma
• 02:16 Defining Trauma
• 04:14 Big T and Little T Traumas
• 06:10 Physiological Responses to Trauma
• 08:35 Workplace Trauma
• 23:05 Overwhelm and Flood Response
• 29:58 Perfectionism as a Trauma Response
• 31:36 The Impact of Perfectionism
• 32:09 Trauma and Anxiety in the Workplace
• 37:04 Managing Emotional Exhaustion
• 45:36 Identifying and Addressing Trauma
• 47:00 Recognizing the Signs of Overwhelm
• 56:03 Seeking Professional Help
• 58:08 Types of Trauma-Informed Therapy
• 01:13:48 Importance of Support and Community

The conversation delves into the impact of toxic work environments on women, the challenges of navigating motherhood and the workplace, power dynamics and competition in the workplace, and the importance of financial preparedness and security in the face of workplace challenges. The conversation covers the impact of toxic work environments, the challenges of menopause in the workplace, and practical advice for women dealing with these issues. It delves into the broader definition of toxic work environments, the impact of menopause on women's careers, and provides practical advice for women to navigate toxic work environments effectively.

Takeaways

• Toxic work environments impact women deeply
• The need for financial preparedness and security in the face of workplace challenges Toxic work environments have a broad definition
• Menopause and its impact on women in the workplace
• Practical advice for women in toxic work environments

Connect with Katie Falcone:

Katie Falcone | LinkedIn

Ground With Us: Overview | LinkedIn

https://groundwithus.com/

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The episode explores the concept of survival mode and its impact on women, particularly in the workplace. It delves into the personal experiences of Brittany Seabury, and her journey from a high-stress corporate career to becoming a coach for women in similar situations. The conversation highlights the internal struggles, fear, shame, and the need for self-awareness and self-compassion. The conversation delves into Brittany's experience of leaving her job and the impact it had on her personal and family life. It explores the process of healing, self-reflection, and the journey towards living a life of intention and freedom.

Brittany has provided listeners with a free PDF guide called "Renewing Your Mind Journal Prompting" which you can download here: Renewing Your Mind

Connect with Brittany:

Faith-Centered Coaching | Flourish | Brittany Seabury

(9) Flourish Coaching: Overview | LinkedIn

Takeaways

• Survival mode affects women in various aspects of their lives, including the workplace.
• Self-awareness and self-compassion are essential for navigating survival mode and its impact.
• The journey from high-stress corporate careers to coaching involves recognizing internal struggles and finding ways to address them. Healing and self-reflection are essential for moving from survival mode to a life of intention and freedom.
• Recognizing, reflecting, and reframing thoughts and beliefs can lead to a transformative shift in mindset and behavior.

In this episode, Mallory Penney, founder of Leadership Unscripted, shares how principles from improv can transform leadership, communication, and personal growth. These insights reveal practical ways to foster authenticity, build confidence, and navigate uncertainty; skills essential in today’s fast-changing world.

Embracing improv as a leadership tool isn’t about performing; it’s about cultivating trust, authenticity, and agility. These skills help you unlock your potential, advance your career, and inspire those around you. Consider stepping into an improv class or a coaching session to bring more play and spontaneity into your leadership approach.

In this episode:

• How improv is more than comedy—it's about presence, trust, and collaboration
• The connection between improv skills and leadership development
• Practical tools to build confidence by embracing risk and vulnerability
• The importance of active listening and self-awareness for effective leadership
• How to use improv techniques to foster psychological safety and innovation
• The role of figurative "characters" to enhance adaptability and reduce fear
• Strategies for creating environments where risk-taking and authenticity thrive
• The impact of values, integrity, and play on leadership growth
• How to incorporate improv into coaching and team development
• Tips for stepping outside comfort zones and challenging limiting beliefs

Connect with Mallory Penney:

• LinkedIn
• Leadership Unscripted

In this episode, Cate Prescott shares her decades of leadership experience, emphasizing how courage, authenticity, and kindness shape effective leaders. Whether navigating transformations or guiding teams through challenges, her approach offers valuable lessons for women and men in the workplace. This episode offers a masterclass in authentic leadership. Cate’s insights reinforce that with the right mindset and supportive community, anything is possible.

Key topics discussed:

• The importance of building trust and psychological safety in leadership
• How to deliver direct feedback with kindness and care
• The role of courage in career transitions, including moving countries
• Strategies for women to advocate for themselves and find sponsorship
• The impact of optimism and gratitude on personal and professional growth
• Leading authentically in traditionally male-dominated environments
• How vulnerability and humor can strengthen leadership presence
• Balancing career growth with family and personal life
• The power of community and surrounding oneself with supportive advocates

Connect with Cate Prescott:

Cate Prescott on LinkedIn

In this episode, Mindy Honcoop and I discuss the impact of people pleasing on leadership, decision making, and personal growth. We explore the origins of people pleasing behavior, the influence of childhood experiences, and the transition from people pleasing to authentic decision making. The conversation also delves into adapting to environments without compromising values, overcoming fear and self-fulfilling prophecies, and empowerment through clarity and self-awareness. Additionally, we discuss responding to triggers and personal growth in various roles and relationships. The conversation covers topics such as navigating difficult conversations at work, reframing networking as community building, creating white space for personal growth, embracing change and transformation, and closing remarks and future engagement. The speakers discuss the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership, changing the perception of networking, setting boundaries, acceptance and transformation, and gratitude and future engagement. The conversation emphasizes the value of building relationships, holding the line in difficult conversations, and starting small to build community.

Takeaways

• Understanding the impact of people pleasing on leadership
• Transitioning from people pleasing to authentic decision making Emotional intelligence is crucial in navigating difficult conversations at work.
• Networking should be reframed as community building for genuine connection and support.

Mindy Honcoop | LinkedIn

https://www.agileinhr.com/

https://www.althrhive.com/

Chapters

• 00:00 Understanding People Pleasing as a Leader
• 05:13 Navigating Comfort and Discomfort in Growth
• 12:24 Adapting to Environments Without Compromising Values
• 18:02 Navigating Difficult Conversations at Work
• 34:39 Creating White Space for Personal Growth
• 40:02 Embracing Change and Transformation

In this conversation, I chat with Mindy Honcoop, a fractional chief people officer, HR strategist, and advisor. We discuss burnout, personal development, and self-awareness, exploring the impact of values, misalignment, and the importance of self-awareness as a leadership superpower. The conversation delves into the pursuit of achievement, the impact of self-worth, personal development, clarity of expectations, understanding personal energy, agency and control, and reaching out for help. Mindy and I also share our personal experiences and insights on these topics, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, rest, and the value of seeking help and support.

Mindy Honcoop | LinkedIn

https://www.althrhive.com/

https://www.agileinhr.com/

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Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Mindy Honcoop
• 32:50 The Pursuit of Achievement
• 39:06 Personal Development and Rest
• 47:45 Agency and Control
• 59:00 Reaching Out for Help