During Episode 25 of the Leader in You Podcast, Jenna and Dr. Lola discuss the difficult yet relevant topic of trauma and how we process it in life and the workplace. 

They talked in depth about how we navigate this territory both personally, biologically, and at work and what companies and leaders can do to support their teams going through it. 

Whether it’s world news trauma or personal experience trauma, it shapes our emotions, and recognizing it and learning how to tackle it is crucial for healthy people and healthy relationships.

In this episode, we talk about:

• [01:27] What is Trauma?
• [02:42]How trauma affects our personal sense of safety and self, as well as our ability to regulate emotions?
• [06:26]Three stages of The EmC Leaders process which help manage trauma.
• [17:35]The main thing? Slow down. 

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

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This episode of The Leader in You Podcast discusses success and failure in the workplace. Lola and Jenna talk about attachment theory and how having secure relationships with managers and coworkers allows employees to feel supported and thrive in their roles. On the other hand, insecure relationships can lead to feelings of failure or anger when disagreements and problems arise.

Dr. Gershfeld explains that when toxicity or finger-pointing occurs, addressing the underlying relationship disconnect is key to repairing those relationships and changing negative patterns that the company may be stuck in.

In this episode, we talk about:

• [02:07] What defines success and failure in the workplace?
• [07:30] The 3 components you need to create secure relationships at work
• [17:35] Toxic environment or finger-pointing in the workplace? This is how you can handle it in a healthy way
• [25:10] The first thing you can do to start addressing differences in opinion and toxic behavior in your team

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

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This episode of The Leader in You Podcast discusses the importance of emotional connection in the workplace and coaching. Understanding the concepts of attachment and emotional connection can help you become a better coach or mentor.

Lola and Gary explore these concepts and some specific techniques for repairing a damaged relationship. They also emphasize how focusing on emotional connection can improve teamwork, reduce conflicts, and build a better organizational culture.

By slowing down conversations and exploring each person's emotions, needs, and perspectives, we can nurture our relationships and find new positive ways of engaging with each other.

In this episode:

• [03:57] Improving team dynamics by looking at attachment
• [09:29] Two things you can do to break a negative cycle in the workplace
• [13:57] Separation Anxiety: What happens in our brain when we face disconnection at work
• [25:15]Bringing emotional connection to your coaching sessions
• [30:20] The one thing coaches need to pay more attention to 
• [34:43] Understanding how you might be triggering others (and how you can change that)
• [38:00] Creating a safe space for people to share their emotions as a coach

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

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This episode of The Leader in You Podcast discusses emotions in the workplace. Dr. Lola explains that emotions drive our interactions and connections with others. She discusses how understanding primary emotions like fear, sadness, and shame can help people better understand what they're feeling and communicate more effectively. She also talks about surface emotions versus deeper softer emotions, and how slowing down to identify emotions can help people feel less overwhelmed. 

Tune into this episode to learn how developing emotional intelligence can make teams more productive and collaborative, as well as help people feel happier and grow in their roles.

In this episode, we talk about:

• [02:12] The misconceptions around emotions in the workplace
• [05:29] Understanding emotions and how they impact our actions at work
• [09:51] Understanding the three levels of emotions and how you feel them in your body
• [17:30] How to acknowledge and respond to emotions according to who you are
• [21:06] How to show emotion without hurting or overwhelming people around you
• [25:13] What happens when you start mastering your emotions and sharing them at the workplace 
• [29:10] Lola’s two tips to tap into your emotional intelligence and create an emotionally healthier work environment 

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

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This episode of The Leader in You Podcast discusses how millennials experience fear in the workplace – and how building emotional connection and establishing trust and safety through vulnerability can help minimize that fear.

Lola and Nadia explore how fear physically manifests and impacts behaviors. They also emphasize that both employees and managers have roles to play in cultivating relationships where people feel comfortable and safe expressing their emotions.

Tune into the episode to learn how to create security, connection, and, ultimately, more productivity and collaboration in your team.

In this episode, we talk about:

• [01:17] Did millennial participation trophies create a generation of workaholics?
• [04:01] Nadia shares the fear she experienced when moving to a new state to start a new job
• [07:25] What happens in our bodies and minds when we feel fear
• [12:21] Recognizing how important the relationship between the boss and direct reports is to our brain
• [17:41] What can we do as leaders to create a work environment where people don’t feel afraid? 
• [19:13] Vulnerability is key to building strong relationships in the workplace

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
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Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...

If you are interested and you are serious about being a better leader and a better human, today’s episode will help you on your path as we explore the importance of team dynamics that will help you tap into the emotional connection to bond with people and create a stronger team culture.

 In this episode, we talk about: 

• The A.R.E. Relationship: how accessibility, responsiveness, and engagement drive emotional state and productivity.
• Overcoming sabotaging factors: 5 things that sabotage team productivity.
• Strategies for success: recognizing patterns, effective communication, embracing vulnerability, and fostering support.
• The impact of emotional connection: elevating team performance, creativity, and well-being.
• And more!

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
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RESOURCES:
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Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Connect with Polina Marian:

LinkedIn: Polina Marian
Instagram: @livewithfivekids

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...

We understand the difficulties that arise as a team leader. Take your team to the next level by creating a deeper connection! Focus on building a bond within the team by centering emotions. 

In this episode, Dr. Lola Gershfeld shared some wonderful insights in her presentation, including:

• Making space for emotions
•  Offering impact vs. feedback
•  Setting the stage for safe conversations
•  Validating emotions
•  Making the most of weekly check-ins

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
EmC Leaders
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LinkedIn
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RESOURCES:
TESA - TEAM EMOTIONAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT
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EMC MASTER CLASS
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Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Connect with Polina Marian:

LinkedIn: Polina Marian
Instagram: @livewithfivekids

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...

If you are serious about being a better leader and a better human, today’s episode will help you on your path to explore the importance of emotions that will help you tap into key components to bond with people and create a stronger team culture.

     In this episode, we talk about:

• power of emotions in creating positive interactions
• impact of ineffective ways of getting our needs met in our team relationships
• importance of recognizing triggers that create workplace conflict
• the value of acknowledging bodily sensations to de-escalate responses
• step-by-step process for communicating effectively with others
• and more!

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
EmC Leaders
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RESOURCES:
TESA - TEAM EMOTIONAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT
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EMC MASTER CLASS
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Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Connect with Polina Marian:

LinkedIn: Polina Marian
Instagram: @livewithfivekids

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...

Welcome to our podcast, The Leader in You. Taking care of the teams you care about.

Today’s episode will help you explore the importance of team dynamics, tap into the emotional connection, bond with people, and create a stronger team culture.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The importance of team dynamics in building strong relationships within the workplace.
• Strategies to improve work interactions include having healthy and positive relationships with team members and expressing emotions constructively.
• Adopting a solution-focused approach when addressing mistakes or mishaps is emphasized.
• The importance of ongoing effort and a commitment to open communication and emotional connection to improve relationships 
• Offer valuable insights for individuals and teams looking to improve team culture and foster stronger relationships within the workplace
• And more!

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
EmC Leaders
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Twitter
LinkedIn
YouTube Channel

RESOURCES:
TESA - TEAM EMOTIONAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT
RESOURCES & DOWNLOADS
EMC MASTER CLASS
CONTACT US

Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Connect with Polina Marian:

LinkedIn: Polina Marian
Instagram: @livewithfivekids

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...

Conflicts arising in the workplace is inevitable. With people with all different mindsets coming together, it is important to remember what bonds us: emotions. 

Join us,  Dr. Lola Gershfeld and Nadia Garcia, in our discussion to learn about the importance of emotions. 

The Leader in You is the go-to podcast for anyone who wants to create a workplace culture where you can thrive.

Envision a future where you are more grounded, confident, and in sync with your team.

CONNECT:
EmC Leaders
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RESOURCES:
TESA - TEAM EMOTIONAL SAFETY ASSESSMENT
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EMC MASTER CLASS
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Connect with Dr. Lola Gershfeld:

LinkedIn: Dr. Lola Gershfeld
Instagram: @drlolaemc

Connect with Polina Marian:

LinkedIn: Polina Marian
Instagram: @livewithfivekids

Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...