Inclusion and belonging are universal needs, and the need to heal the differences that divide us is growing every day. But we know that not everyone has the privilege of using their voice to affect the change that is so urgently needed. Mike Robbins is an author and speaker who is using his place of privilege to be that voice and help heal the world. Mike and I speak of the need for authenticity in all of our relationships and how to effectively speak up as an ally for those who aren’t in a position to speak for themselves. Mike shares his heart as he offers his perspective and the emotions that come with working to empower people everywhere.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[1:40] Carley reflects on recent political activity that has removed the United States from the Paris Agreement and the current environmental climate in India.

[6:10] Carley introduces Mike Robbins, author, speaker and thought leader who is committed to understanding race, ethnicity and the reasons behind polarity in our workplace and our world.

[7:46] Mike shares the inspiration behind his fifth and latest book We’re All In This Together and his concern for the immense diversity that is present throughout the world.

[11:34] The continuum of authenticity runs from being phony to being honest and, ideally, to being authentic and honest without any measure of self-righteousness.

[15:02] Inclusion and belonging is a universal need, but how can we allow ourselves to feel vulnerable enough to promote belonging when there is so much polarization in the workplace and in the world? It starts with ending the desire to be the ‘biggest victim’.

[20:58] Everyone has different reasons for why experiences are difficult for them, but creating inner belonging is the first step to cultivating outer belonging.

[24:10] Privilege means your starting line is closer to a goal than someone else's. What positive and productive changes are you willing to make with your privilege?

[26:58] Mike shares his life experiences with the Man Box culture and how it has shaped his views about the .

[32:55] Is there a pathway for forgiveness and redemption in a culture that currently promotes never apologizing for and never for forgiving offenses?

[40:15] How can men speak up and speak out against men who are being unhealthy and unconscious at work and in the world? People in privileged positions are in the best place possible to speak up and be the change.

[47:46] Being a true ally starts with stepping up and speaking up when things are happening.

[51:06] Slowing down allows us to focus more on the things that bring us together and less on the things that drive us apart.

[54:34] Mike shares the practices that allow him to show up as a conscious leader, starting with his physical and mental health, his writing, and grounding himself in his family.

[57:38] Carley shares details of the upcoming Transtech Conference in Palo Alto, CA on November 15th-16th and highlights her coaching package and free 30-minute discovery coaching sessions.

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Transtech Conference 2019

Mike Robbins

We’re All In This Together: Creating a Team Culture of High Performance, Trust and Exercise by Mike Robbins

Bring Your Whole Self to Work: How Vulnerability Unlocks Creativity, Connection, and Performance by Mike Robbins

Deb Nelson is the Vice President of Client & Community Engagement at RSF Social Finance. At RSF Social Finance they envision a world in which money serves the highest intentions of the human spirit and contributes to an economy based on generosity and interconnectedness. Learn Deb’s thoughts about how money can be used to heal the world around us. Deb is passionate about economic justice, women’s rights/human rights, environmental sustainability, hiking amidst redwood forests, and courageous leadership.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck — founder of Living Well Awake and the Shine podcast — introduces the sponsor for this episode: RSF Social Finance.

[2:15] Carley reflects on the need for hospicing old ways in our beautiful world, and introduces Deb Nelson, VP of Client and Community Engagement, who has come onto today’s podcast to share a new financial system that can better support all people and our planet.

[5:52] Deb outlines the experiences from her childhood and winding career path that helped shape her views of money and the need to reinvent its place in our world today.

[9:14] The questions everyone should take time to answer in order to identify their relationship with money and ways money can be used to support values.

[11:48] An overview of the work and initiative of RSF Social Finance, its investors and donors.

[13:02] A spotlight on Jessica Norwood, social entrepreneur and founder of The Runway Project, who tackled the racial wealth gap issue in the US head-on and has created an immensely successful company as a result.

[17:29] A look at the social investment fund at RSF Finance and the kind of people that are working to create an economy based on connection rather than separation.

[23:01] Deb’s recipe for resilience as she juggles her many roles as a mother, a career woman and a deliberate leader starts with humility and persistence.

[26:29] Feeling all of the emotions that live in our bodies without getting stuck in the story that accompanies them is a far more healthy and productive way to face the hard realities of today’s world.

[35:33] A spotlight on Sallie Calhoun of the #NoRegrets initiative who used her wealth to focus on fighting climate changes and regenerative agriculture and soil health solutions.

[38:43] Deb closes with the call to question assumptions about money and reject the belief that you can’t move money for good.

[39:54] Carley encourages listeners to learn more about RSF Finance and offers an overview of the free coaching sessions that she is offering her through the Womens Conscious Leadership program.

This Episode Sponsored By:

RSF Social Finance

Resources:

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www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

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Womens Conscious Leadership Program

RSF Social Finance

The Runway Project

#NoRegrets Initiative

Mark Greene is the founder of Remaking Manhood. He writes, speaks and consults on masculinity, culture, relational intelligence, diversity and inclusion. Mark and I speak about the systemic problem of #Me too and how we can enroll those in power to be manbassadors for women. Mark and I speak about the power of listening, speak up and lead as a civic and social voice. how we can each show up differently, speak up, and create new agreements and accountability His articles on masculinity have been shared half a million times on social media with 20 million page views. He is a Senior Editor at the Good Men Project. Mark’s newest book, The Little #MeToo Book for Men, has been called “a blueprint for men’s liberation.”

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck — founder of Living Well Awake and the new Shine podcast — shares the personal experience motivated her drive to help heal the #MeToo movement.

[5:35] Carley introduces Mark Greene, an author and speaker who is committed to breaking down the masculinity culture that enables violence against women.

[7:07] Understand the #MeToo movement origins and the statistics of sexual, psychological, and physical abuse behind its overwhelming response.

[10:08] Mark shares his experiences as a father that prompted his involvement in the mission and cause of redefining masculinity.

[13:35] Defining the ‘Man Box’ rules and the negative impact they have on boys and men in our culture as well as the imbalance of defining gender roles in the workplace.

[21:14] What does the collective agreement about being a man look like ?

[30:12] The loss of empathy is a result of denigrating the feminine in favor of masculinity, but it men and women are not the only groups affected by it.

[34:55] Carley shares an example of the importance of raising self-awareness and emotional intelligence from the inside out in order to lead consciously at work and in the world.

[41:32] Consider the conscious example of leader and CEO Marc Benioff of Salesforce, who identified a prejudiced inequality in the workplace and used his influence to bring it to an end.

[43:22] Given the current political and gender inequality climate, ask yourself if you are willing to stay silent, or if you’re ready to speak up and consider a situation from another’s point of view.

[49:40] The value of fostering honest conversations that supersede gender differences.

[54:11] The critical importance of breaking the male-dominated culture of masculinity.

[58:23] How can we teach the next generation about the importance of eliminating the culture of masculinity?

[1:01:57] Mark’s call to action for both men and women to shift to a culture that is more conscious, and it starts with the meaningful conversations we need to have with each other.

[1:04:50] Carley offers a look at the gender continuum presented by Jennifer Brown and shares best practices for men who want to be better collaborators with women.

Resources:

Living Well Awake Website

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Womens Conscious Leadership Program

Better Man Conference

Remaking Manhood

The Little #MeToo Book for Men by Mark Greene

Jen Freitas is the Director of People, Learning & Development at Clif Bar. Jen started at Clif Bar almost 19 years ago as a kickboxing instructor and made her way up the leadership ladder. She found a company where she can bring her whole and best self to work. Jen was on a journey to find the right role and company that was in sync with her values personally and professionally. All of the values of taking care of people, taking care of the planet and living in harmony with the planet were in Jens heart and soul. Learn about Clif’s amazing mission and what supports to Jen to shine her leadership light bright.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck — founder of Living Well Awake and the new Shine podcast — introduces the podcast and recaps her experience at the first Planet Home Conference in San Francisco.

[3:23] Carley introduces the Clif Bar company, their five aspirations and commitments, and today’s guest Jen Freitas.

[5:45] Jen shares the journey that took her from kickboxing instructor to Clif Bar Director of Learning and Engagement.

[12:00] Jen and Carley share their common experiences of harnessing expression and release through kickboxing.

[14:16] Your overall wellbeing will be enhanced when you dedicate yourself to a cause that aligns with your values and priorities, whether that is living in harmony with the planet, caring for people, or taking time for your physical and mental health.

[20:11] Clif’s mission exemplifies a company that supports the overall wellbeing for their employees, and it shows in their employee satisfaction and low employment turnover rate.

[24:04] Clif Bar is shifting far away from the corporate model by focusing on the public good first and taking care of the planet and their employees in an environment of healing while still being profitable.

[28:33] The popular sabbatical program at Clif allows employees to take a chance to reset and refocus on the values that matter most.

[33:38] Workplace challenges have allowed Jen to grow as a leader and helped her find a balance between her limitations and her skills.

[38:35] Carley shares the importance of owning your limitations and areas for potential growth with those that you are leading.

[41:08] Lead without leading — Jen’s career advice starts with focusing on the positive impact you can make regardless of your position title.

[43:50] Staying centered on their aspirations is keeping the future of Clif focused and bright. [48:43] Carley encourages listeners to connect with her and to leave a review for her podcast so that it can inspire even more listeners.

Resources:

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350.org

Clif Bar

Meghan French Dunbar is the founder of Conscious Company Magazine. Meghan saw the importance of making a difference in the lives of others. She discovered the power of business to be a force for good in the world through her work at the Environmental Defense Fund and then deepened her sense of purpose at the Presidio Graduate School. Megan will share how to be a world-changing woman connected to purpose, planet, all while holding the roles of wife, entrepreneur, and motherhood.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and the sponsor of this episode, RSF Social Finance

[2:08] Carley reflects on the 40,000 acres of Amazon rainforests that are on fire and the current state of the world ecosystem and offers encouragement for the future.

[4:28] Carley introduces Meghan French Dunbar, CEO of Conscious Company Media, which focuses on sustainability, careers, and business.

[6:25] Meghan shares the path that led her to starting a company that produces a magazine for the next generation that focuses on sustainable, conscious, purpose driven business.

[8:12] TRU Colors Brewery is one company that has inspired Meghan by their efforts to change a community for the better by working with local gangs.

[12:36] Bravery, vulnerability, and authenticity are three words that Carley uses to describe Meghan, and they discuss how any leader can cultivate these characteristics to be true to themselves and more effective in their leadership.

[20:01] New leaders and emerging entrepreneurs can learn from the mistakes Meghan made, including telling yourself a different story when things get hard, taking care of yourself, spending time in nature, and nurturing relationships.

[26:10] Meghan’s recipe for resilience in light of motherhood starts with strengthening her family relationships and setting intentions for what you want an experience to be.

[32:57] Meghan’s values including expressing and receiving love and valuing exploration and lifelong learning.

[34:58] Surrounding yourself with like minded people and giving yourself permission to take time off from your work will strengthen your ability to lead effectively and with love.

[40:41] Meghan’s excitement about motherhood centers around her opportunity to help shape a better world for the future of her son.

[45:39] All about Spectrum — the premier gathering of multicultural changemakers creating an inclusive impact economy.

[50:10] The capabilities of the up and coming generation gives Meghan hope about the future of the world and business.

[52:43] Carley encourages listeners to connect with her and to leave a review for her podcast so that it can inspire even more listeners.

This Episode Sponsored By:

RSF Social Finance

Resources:

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www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

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Conscious Company Media

World Changing Women Podcast

TRU Colors Brewery

Spectrum

Alicia Seiger is a lecturer at Stanford Law School and leads sustainable and energy finance initiatives at Stanford law and business schools as well as at the Precourt Institute for Energy. In this interview, Alicia shares the hopes and challenges towards creating financial structures that will support a Clean Energy Economy. This inspiring and educational talk will open your eyes and highlight the changes needed for a green new deal to gain traction.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[2:16] Carley introduces Alicia Seiger, lecturer at Stanford Law School and sustainable and energy finance initiative leader.

[4:20] Definitions of the terms you will hear during this conversation, including IPCC (Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change), the Paris Agreement, and SDG (Sustainable Development Goals).

[7:20] Alicia explains the focused efforts of the Stanford Sustainable Finance Initiative, including private investment, risk management, stranded asset compensation, and integration of new systems.

[11:45] Alicia’s passion for this work stems from an early childhood appreciation of nature, her college studies and an entrepreneurial drive.

[14:36] Advances toward sustainable initiatives starts with identifying the real dangers of current global conditions and making positive, immediate policy and planning changes.

[19:12] Dollar figures that illustrate the economic losses that will come if changes are not made now.

[23:11] Alicia’s daily practices to stay grounded in her work include yoga and running, interacting with innovative students and colleagues, spending time in nature with her family, and a desire to protect her daughters.

[29:24] Navigating the big emotions that come with conquering climate change for Alicia means coming face to face with mortality and embracing the inevitable future of the Earth.

[33:40] How can we inspire big companies, cities and states to better align with sustainable development goals?

[40:31] Alicia’s recommendations for inspiring businesses and investors to initiate better spending starts with understanding climate and transition risks as well as the economic opportunities that will come with implementing change now.

[44:52] The Green New Deal is all about people — the poor, vulnerable, and women in particular are especially affected by climate.

[48:17] A look at the employment opportunities that are available to the next level of emerging leaders in climate change business.

[51:10] Carley’s invitation to attend Planet Home in San Francisco on September 13-15, 2019.

This Episode Sponsored By:

RSF Social Finance

Resources:

Living Well Awake Website

Living Well Awake newsletter

www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

www.livingwellawake.com/executive-coaching

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Planet Home

Stanford Sustainable Finance Initiative

Alicia Seiger

Drawdown, The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming edited by Paul Hawken

Earth in the Balance: Ecology and the Human Spirit by Al Gore

Aaron Tartakovsky is the co-founder and CEO at Epic CleanTec. Epic CleanTec is revolutionizing the future of water and sanitation. Buildings worldwide use 14% of all potable water and very few buildings recycle it. Epic CleanTec is creating a patented on-site treatment technology that quickly converts building wastewater solids into a high-quality soil product. This carbon rich and endlessly renewable soil can be used to grow crops, enhance gardens, and beautify green spaces. Learn Aaron’s recipe for being an Epic Entrepreneur.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[2:16] Carley introduces Aaron Tartakovsky, co-founder and CEO at Epic CleanTec who is working to shine the light in his work efforts.

[5:30] If things aren’t right in the world, you have to act to make the change. Aaron shares how he is doing just that with Epic CleanTec and beyond.

[12:33] The on-site wastewater treatment process at Epic CleanTec starts with replicating water as it is treated in nature.

[19:36] Rethinking human waste options by creating carbon rich fertilizers may seem ‘yucky’ but it has the potential to replace fossil-fuel based fertilizers being imported from overseas.

[25:23] Aaron’s daily practice of gratitude has kept him aligned with what really matters in his life and work.

[29:26] How Aaron finds his center through the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and developing a new business.

[32:39] What does Aaron love so much that he is willing to fight to protect it? Family and community are at the top of his list.

[35:33] Winning the 2018 Global Climate Action Summit gave Epic a platform and the validation to continue moving forward.

[40:14] The future of Epic CleanTec includes commercial and residential high-rise building installations in downtown San Francisco.

[42:20] Aaron’s inspiration include Kathy Fields of Proactiv and Rodan + Fields and his own mother, who runs the Jewish Family Social Services Agency in San Francisco.

[48:30] The value of finding balance while working hard and taking time to cherish those you love.

[53:56] Aaron’s call to action for anyone that is venturing into entrepreneurship starts with not taking yourself so seriously, taking risks and trying new things.

[58:40] Aaron’s final piece of advice is about taking better care of water because it affects everything and everyone.

Resources:

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Epic CleanTec

350.org

Global Climate Action Summit

Dena Samuels is my friend and colleague. Dena is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Consultant and Coach who uses mindfulness to reduce unconscious bias at work and in the world. Dena has a long standing background in academia but wanted to come out of the classroom and into the world to shift the landscape of work. In this inspiring interview, learn how to increase safety and create true cultural inclusion by starting with leading from your entire self, heart, body, and wisdom.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[2:16] Carley introduces Dena Samuels, who shares the experiences that led her to work with diversity, inclusion, and belonging in the world.

[9:36] How can we build relationships across our differences? You can begin by identifying just one individual in the group.

[10:27] Belongingness and overcoming the negativity bias to achieve true cultural inclusion for your entire self.

[18:12] Dena’s mindfulness practice suggestions include speaking, interactions, prayer, and more.

[21:27] Linking mindfulness to inclusion and belonging starts with naming your limiting emotions so you can move forward from them.

[27:18] Identify your biases with Harvard’s Project Implicit so that you can work on changing them even if you can’t eliminate them.

[31:49] Handling microaggressions in the workplace — how you can mitigate and handle hard situations in a meaningful way.

[35:05] Eliminating microaggressions can start with correct languaging and gentle intervention by calling people into greater mindfulness of their words.

[42:35] Embracing the shadow versus the light — increase your self-compassion and inner belonging by understanding and accepting yourself before all else.

[45:21] Interconnectedness and the environment — consider who will get hurt first and worst by natural accidents or poor practices.

[51:05] Dena leads us through a mindfulness practice of supporting interconnectedness with the environment.

[58:53] Wrapping up with Dena — start to cultivate belonging by admitting your shame and then showing up again.

Resources:

Living Well Awake Website

Living Well Awake newsletter

www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

www.livingwellawake.com/executive-coaching

Carley Hauck on Instagram

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Lead From Light Daily Rituals

Dena Samuels

The Mindfulness Effect: An Unexpected Path to Healing, Connection and Social Justice by Dena Samuels

Project Implicit

Since 2008, Bea Johnson and her family have stayed committed to producing a mere pint of trash per year. Bea’s best-selling book Zero Waste Home shatters misconceptions, proving that zero waste can not only be stylish, but also lead to significant health benefits, and time and money savings. Bea initiated a global movement and in this interview, you will learn how you too can start living and leading with less waste in easy and effective ways.

Key Takeaways:

[:01] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[2:16] Carley introduces Bea Johnson, who shares the reasons that living a simpler, zero waste life matters to her and her family.

[7:57] Compare Bea’s time living the American Dream in a big, empty house to her fuller, simpler life in a smaller house.

[14:43] Buying is voting — how each purchase you make shows what matters to you.

[16:53] A look at climate science and the facts that bring Bea hope for getting closer to a sustainable way of living.

[22:30] Amazon or eBay? Businesses that are striving for zero waste, the concept of unpackaged products, and rethinking our online orders.

[27:58] Commonalities that Bea has discovered while speaking in 65 countries around the world.

[33:25] The importance of valuing less — less work, less stuff, and less stress.

[38:22] Why is the United States one of the slowest growing zero waste countries in the world?

[41:15] Five easy actions that anyone can take to get on the path to a zero waste lifestyle.

[49:26] Carley’s call to action — how can you say no in order to say yes to what you really want? Start by refusing, reducing, and reusing today.

Resources:

Living Well Awake Website

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www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

www.livingwellawake.com/executive-coaching

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Zero Waste Home

Zero Waste Home: The Ultimate Guide to Simplifying Your Life By Reducing Your Waste by Bea Johnson

Bulk Finder

Lead From Light Daily Rituals

On today’s Shine podcast, Carley Hauck is joined by Lynne Twist,

author of Soul of Money and cofounder of the Pachamama Alliance.  Lynn will share how to bring forth the emergence of leadership and business through cultivating an inner game mind and heartset of “enoughness”.

Key Takeaways:

[:04] Carley Hauck introduces herself as the founder of Living Well Awake, the new Shine podcast, and her upcoming new book — Shine- Ignite your inner game to lead consciously at work and in the world, available March 2020.

[2:04] Carley introduces Lynne Twist, philanthropist, author, speaker, and founder of The Pachamama Alliance.

[5:31] Lynne speaks of her dedication to The Hunger Project and how it has shaped her life and her work.

[11:30] The fundraising methodology that inspired The Soul of Money and the relationship-healing wisdom found within the book.

[14:15] The foundation and ethic of The Pachamama Alliance — and how the organization is changing the dream of the modern world.

[21:08] The ways that Lynne has awakened within herself in order to lead others effectively.

[27:58] Lynne shares her experiences of finding cleansing and healing with plant medicines.

[34:08] Honoring Barbara Märx Hubbard — her vision for an evolutionary future and the words of wisdom she would want listeners to hear.

[43:45] The losses that comes with pushing a company to grow bigger and better and faster rather than embracing ‘enoughness’.

[46:20] Overcoming the scarcity mindset and what you will experience when you achieve a more fulfilled life.

[50:58] Carley’s takeaways include seeing the abundance in your life and how you can make a more positive contribution to the world.

[52:53] A call to action to help you shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset, and to embrace enoughness within yourself.

Resources:

Living Well Awake Website

Living Well Awake newsletter

www.livingwellawake.com/developing-people

www.livingwellawake.com/executive-coaching

Carley Hauck on Instagram

Carley Hauck on LinkedIn

Lynne Twist

The Soul of Money Organization

The Soul of Money: Transforming Your Relationship with Money and Life by Lynne Twist

The Pachamama Alliance

Barbara Märx Hubbard

The Hunger Project