Seeing a lot of people and businesses pivot in the midst of the coronavirus crisis? Secretly wondering, how can they pivot or embrace change so quickly? It’s not because they are any more special than you. Listen to today's Motivational Minute to hear the secret.

In this episode of Reflection Friday, Dr. Kim focuses on Creating Safe Spaces. Using the power of reflection, let's examine this week and answer the ultimate question: What role am I going to play as we move forward?

The brain can interpret a threat within 1/5th of a second. Change is considered a threat. How can Leaders initiate and support change when the majority of their workforce is in a threat state? 

In this episode Dr. Kim's guest is Roz Lindsay. Listen as they discuss strategies every Leader can implement today to navigate change.  Roz Lindsay is an experiential trainer, coach, and facilitator with a broad background in customer service, management, and professional development. She has a particular interest in the neuroscience of human interaction, adult learning, and team performance. Self-described as a veterinarian who found her way into the corporate world, Roz is based in Australia and has launched two successful learning and development businesses. 

To connect with Roz, visit https://engagingpotential.com.au/

The entire purpose of coaching is to help healthy people move forward. At her core, Dr. Kim is a scientist. She doesn't  offer motivational coaching. Her approach is rooted in theory. Her favorite theories are Change Theories.  In this episode, Dr. Kim uses Change Theory to explain why one neighbor may be thriving while another neighbor may be struggling for hope. Learn how just one daily activity can help propel you forward. 

Reflection is a vital component of effective leadership. Join Dr. Kim every Friday as she guides you through quick but effective reflection exercises. 

This episode's theme is Give Yourself Some Mercy.  Who would have thought as we were all celebrating going into a new decade on December 31st that we would in the midst of a global pandemic about 90 days later.  How many times did you beat yourself up this week alone? Dr. Kim shares a candid story  of her own experience this week.

Albert Einstein said, "No problem can be solved from the same level of consciousness that created it." As of the release date of this episode, the United States has over 360,000 cases of coronavirus. Globally, we have over 1 million cases of coronavirus.  There is an AFTER with coronavirus. This will not last forever. But before we can move forward and embrace what’s to come, we need to deal with how we got here. 

In this episode Dr. Kim answers:

1. How did we get here with the coronavirus global pandemic?

2. How do we increase our self-awareness of our own fears as Leaders?

3. What do we need to keep in mind about people in our organizations?

4. What's next? 

*Trigger Warning* 

Content in this episode contains information and discussions that some listeners may find triggering at this time. If you need support at any time please visit the International Association for Suicide Prevention at www.iasp.info for country specific crisis contact info. You can also text 741741 to speak with a Crisis Counselor 24 hours a day and 7 days a week.

In a time of crisis, it is most important to be aware. Life with COVID-19 and life thereafter will reveal the answer to the question that many industries struggled with for so long, "Do we adapt or be completely phased out?" Intersectionality of all industries is front and center with the COVID-19 global pandemic. How can leaders prepare for the future that awaits us? Listen to learn how applying the Human-based Leader model will help leaders navigate the complexities of leadership. 

In this episode, Dr. Kim is joined by Executive Coach, Colleen Davis of Vuselela Davis. Colleen is based in Johannesburg, South Africa.