The Life You're Made For with Dr. Heather Penny

Are you spotting the signs of burnout at the crossroads? During times of transition, there’s a lot that can come at us. It’s a vulnerable time, often with new challenges, new decisions, a new direction, and new risks that can make us feel uncomfortable or nervous. In this conversation, Leigh Burgess and I will discuss what is needed to face change. We talk about recognizing the signs of burnout, the beliefs that can creep in as well as the what's need to go from survival mentality versus a “thrival” mentality. Leigh also breaks down what being BOLD means to her and the people she coaches. Join the conversation as we navigate the waters of what change means, the toll it takes on us, and what we can do about it.

Leigh Burgess is a thought leader, game-changer and powerhouse connector determined to ignite and support the bold journeys of others. You can connect with Leigh online at leighburgess.com

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I have met so many people who are camped at the crossroads of life during a transition. In those moments of life, it is hard to know what to do next. So I wanted to share the secret sauce that I use to help people take their next move at the crossroad: The Four Tires. Listen in as I break down how to identify which tires are low and get you on the road to the Life You're Made For!

You can also check out this post on my website:
Have You Checked Your Four Tires?

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Have you ever had to do a leadership hand-off? Welcome to part one of my series on Crossroads. My hope for this series is to give you the clarity, confidence and courage you need at the crossroads of life. For this first conversation, I speak with the "Business Transition Sherpa", Laurie Barkman about how she helps business owners transition out of their roles and hand off their leadership to others. Which leads to a rich discussion about growth during transitions, how emotional intelligence plays a big part, and what it looks like to move forward with trust instead of fear. Let's dive in! 

Free Resource

In the show I reference an analogy I love from Simon Wardley's Pioneers, Settlers, and Town Planners model. My team put together a helpful PDF for you to get a great visual and more info on the analogy.

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Do you know how to get curious about the people you lead? This week, Ken Morton Jr and I talk about pursuing freedom and curiosity in leadership. So often we think that leadership is a one size fits all approach. Ken and I discuss how leading in every sphere requires letting go of control, embracing freedom, and getting curious about what makes our people thrive.

Ken is VP of Retail and Marketing at Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, Author of The Little Book of Big Golf Promotions, an award-winning photographer, a documentary screenplay writer, a volunteer firefighter, aspiring songwriter, and contributor to several country music publications, including Country Weekly and ThatNashvilleSound.com. Truly, a man of many interests!

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This is a very special episode! Erica Dvorak and I talk about how we put the 7 Practices of Grace Space in action with our kids, in our professions, and even with each other! Want to know more? Have a listen!

Erica is a dear friend that I have had the pleasure of working with. She serves female Christian entrepreneurs and dreamers as a community builder, podcaster, writer, and business consultant. You can find Erica online at faithandgather.com

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This week my dear friend, Laura Coostona and I unpack the idea of responding vs reacting when facing conflict or tension. When we inevitably experience conflict in our teams or relationships, the temptation for many of us is to react. We go on the defense, or sometimes even the offense. But what if we paused?... Pausing gives us the chance to have a measured response and give grace to the person we're having challenges with. Laura and I talk about how the seven practices in my book, Grace Space, really lean on that pause. Listen in as we give you some practical language to use when facing tensions that require heavy doses of grace for everyone involved. Including yourself!

Laura Cootsona operates a collaborative consulting firm called Good|Well Consulting. Laura is a founding board member of the Camp Fire Collaborative and lives in Chico, CA with her husband and two daughters. You can find Laura on LinkedIn.

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This week, my friend Dr. John Harris and I discuss the challenges and rewards that come from leading with vulnerability and grace. We all have habits and patterns that can affect how we live and lead. Dr. Harris shares his experiences seeking feedback and pivoting as a leader in his professional and personal life. We also discuss the importance of running toward what you are seeking rather than constantly trying to outrun your weaknesses or bad habits. All of this hinges on grace for yourself and others!

Learn more about Dr. John Harris and his work at www.drjohnharris.com

Dr. John Harris has been coaching civilian and military leaders for the past 19 years. He especially enjoys  helping leaders close the gap between the dream in their hearts and the reality in front of them. 

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This week I have a deep and truly meaningful conversation with Mike Liguori about reaching for grace in hard times. Mike shares about his experience during and after serving our country in the armed forces. Whether you have served or not, Mike's perspective will hit you like a breath of fresh air. Everyone will benefit form his insight on offering ourselves grace and love when facing unimaginable challenges. This conversation is also meaningful to me because my husband, brother, father, and uncle all served in the military. So I've seen the unique challenges those who serve can face.  But I have to offer a trigger warning as Mike does discuss PTSD and Suicidal Ideation.

Mike is the Lead Architect of Live Your Truth Media where he empowers entrepreneurs to shape their narratives authentically through podcasting. 

You can find Mike on Instagram @mike.liguori and online at Liveyourtruth.media

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This is a very special episode on leading from grace space with my good friend, and an influential leader in my life, Don DeLair. Don and I go way back to my early days of teaching. When I asked the people in my life to endorse my book, Grace Space, I wanted people who exemplified grace in their life and leadership. Don was top of the list! Listen in as we talk about leading from grace space in every sphere of our lives!

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