In this insightful conversation, Dr. Melissa Robinson-Winemiller speaks with Alter New Media’s CEO Nadya Rousseau, about the intricate relationship between leadership, emotional intelligence, and empathy.
Nadya reflects on her journey from a model and writer to a purpose-driven entrepreneur helping mission-oriented businesses thrive. She highlighted the importance of emotional intelligence, boundaries, and self-compassion. They delve into the concept of "servant leadership" and the challenges of being of service without losing oneself.
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About Nadya:
Passionate about storytelling and strategic marketing, Nadya helps mission-driven and disruptive founders balance revenue growth with meaningful impact. Her journey began in acting, journalism, and multimedia production before evolving into marketing, publicity, and tech. In 2016, she founded Alter New Media, a marketing and media company dedicated to purpose-driven success.
Alter New Media crafts innovative, multichannel strategies powered by storytelling, creative PR, and strategic partnerships, supporting nearly 1,000 clients worldwide—from startups and corporations to nonprofits and global events. In 2018, she launched Purposeful Partnerships, connecting companies and influencers with nonprofits for greater impact.
Recognized by Nevada’s lieutenant governor for my contributions to entrepreneurship, she’s committed to amplifying businesses that disrupt industries for the better.
► About Dr. Winemiller:
What do empathy and a treadmill have in common? Both need action to deliver results.
Quiet quitting. Resenteeism. Post-pandemic stress. AI. Modern leaders face challenges unimaginable in the past, and the pace of change is relentless. The old command-and-control leadership style is obsolete. Leaders today must evolve or risk irrelevance. But leadership now goes beyond dashboards and spreadsheets—so, what’s the answer?
Melissa Robinson-Winemiller is the answer. With over 20 years of leadership experience, two doctorates (including one focused on empathy in leadership), an MBA, and multiple certifications in change management and DEI, she helps leaders achieve greater profits, retention, productivity, and innovation.
Her mission? To elevate leadership through the often-overlooked power of EQ and empathy. As a coach and consultant, Melissa draws on expertise, data-driven insights, and proven results to guide leaders through today’s complexities.
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This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to provide professional, medical, or clinical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified professional or licensed provider with any specific and personal questions you may have regarding personal or professional concerns.
