Are you were coming up in your career, what were you taught about rest? Here are a few oldies but goodies I was taught:

• You can rest when you die.
• No pain, no gain.
• Sleep is for the weak.
• Face time means you are committed. Don’t take a break.

Do any of these toxic messages resonate with you? Unfortunately, so many women I chat with understand exactly where I am coming from. I am so happy to hear people like my guest today, Dr. Erin Wilson, sharing a new, healthier way to work.

In my discussion with Dr. Erin today, we chatted about:

1. Why boldness starts with clarity before bravery.
2. The story behind Dr. Erin’s book, Strategic Rest in Leadership: The Nap Framework.
3. Why rest is a competitive advantage for a leader.
4. How we can incorporate rest into our corporate cultures.
5. What relationship intelligence is and how it plays into the larger work 

that Dr. Erin does with her clients.

Here’s more about Dr. Erin:

Dr. Erin Wilson is a dynamic workshop facilitator, speaker, leadership consultant, and co-author of Strategic Rest in Leadership. With a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and over a decade of experience in leadership, adult learning and human development, Dr. Wilson empowers professionals, teams, and students to achieve meaningful growth through strengths-based development, strategic rest, and collaborative leadership strategies.

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Her innovative approach, including the NAP Framework (Nurture, Assess, Prioritize), helps leaders and teams foster well-being, build resilience, and drive success. Known for her engaging and results-driven workshops, Dr. Wilson brings clarity and actionable solutions to organizations and individuals alike.

Whether working with college students to build confidence and purpose or partnering with teams to enhance collaboration, Dr. Wilson’s mission is to create lasting impact through thoughtful, empowering solutions.

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