In the debut episode of the Leadership Wellbeing Series podcast, hosts Aaron Wolowiec, FASAE, CAE, CMP Fellow, and Tara Puckey, MBA, FASAE, CAE, CMP, sit down with connection expert Ginger Johnson to talk about the unique pressures leaders face during the holiday season. Together, they explore how to set healthy boundaries, manage expectations, and make space for self-care amid seasonal stress. Ginger shares practical ways to build meaningful human connection in both personal and professional settings and reminds listeners that self-awareness and the courage to rethink long-held habits can lead to greater balance and fulfillment. This conversation offers thoughtful guidance for leaders who want to support their teams and themselves through the busiest time of year.

Show Notes

This episode is sponsored by NoviAMS. 

To connect with our guest, Ginger Johnson, check out her website at gingerjohnson.com.

LinkedIn: @gingerjohnsonconnector

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The Leadership Wellbeing Series is produced by Association Briefings.

Leadership is rewarding—but it can also be stressful and isolating. The Leadership Wellbeing Series from Healthy by Association offers honest conversations about leading well without losing yourself in the process. Hosts Aaron Wolowiec and Tara Puckey talk with association and hospitality leaders who are redefining success, prioritizing mental health, and building habits that last. Because leadership shouldn’t come at the cost of your wellbeing—it should start with it. Check out the trailer for season one!