The Resilience Catalyst Podcast

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Unlock high performance without burnout! In this episode of the Resilience Catalyst Show, Joyce Odidison speaks with Alisa Angelo, CEO of Compass Business Solutions, about how leaders can achieve better results and build high-performing teams while avoiding burnout. Discover the importance of resilience in leadership and how to create a culture of trust and accountability. 

Key takeaways: 

00:00 Introduction 

00:29 The challenge of high performance and burnout 

01:18 Building resilient teams 

02:01 Alisa's journey from elite gymnast to CEO 

04:54 The importance of self-management for leaders 

06:15 The impact of leadership on team performance 

10:31 The role of trust in leadership 

12:19 Creating a culture of accountability 

18:06 The importance of self-care for leaders 

20:26 Strategies for reducing stress and burnout 

What's your biggest challenge with building resilient teams? Drop it in the comments! 

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Connect with Alisa: 

Website: https://www.wearecompass.com 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/compass-business-solutions-inc 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Compassbusinesssolutions 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weare_compass/ 

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The Currency of Resilience: 

◼️Be the first to hear about Joyce’s new book - https://www.joyceodidison.com/cracking-the-code-on-your-resilience 

◼️Book Joyce’s Compelling Keynote: https://www.joyceodidison.com/ 

◼️Get coached by Joyce: https://www.joyceodidison.com/coaching 

◼️Get email updates: https://interpersonalwellness.com/newsletter/ 

◼️Follow Joyce: https://www.joyceodidison.com/links 

◼️Purchase Joyce’s books here: https://www.joyceodidison.com/books 

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Are you performing and producing, but failing to protect and leverage your intellectual capital? In an AI-driven world, many professionals feel anxious because they haven’t mapped the true value of what they know. They are stuck in the time-for-money trap, unaware that their expertise can be transformed into scalable, license-ready intellectual property.

In this episode of the Resilience Catalyst Show, Joyce Odidison welcomes Shadeed Eleazer, a licensed IP Strategist and US Navy Veteran. Shadeed shares his journey from government contracting to mastering The Business of You. He explains how to stop leaning on your own understanding and start using market data to build an ecosystem around your expertise.

This conversation explores:
■ The Ownership Mindset: Why you should always be building "for self," even while working for others.

■ The Escalator Analogy: Why you don’t have to be the #1 expert in the world to solve a problem for someone a few steps behind you.

■ The $12M Catalyst: How a deal Shadeed facilitated for an employer proved his intellectual value—and why it forced him to demand ownership.

■ Market-Driven Content: Using AI and Google Trends to solve actual pain points instead of just writing what you think is cool.

■ The Reverse Vision Board: A unique resilience anchor that uses past accomplishments to fuel future success.

Whether you are a corporate leader or a solopreneur, this episode provides a roadmap for turning your knowledge into curriculum, corporate training, and lasting career resilience.

Timestamps:
00:00 – Burnout, AI anxiety, and the failure to map professional value.
02:32 – Introducing Shadeed Eleazer: Turning knowledge into scalable IP.
03:45 – Family is the First Business: Developing an ownership mindset.
05:38 – Escaping the Time-for-Money Trap: Sustaining income through packaging.
07:39 – The Imposter Syndrome Barrier: Giving yourself permission to play at a world-class level.
10:00 – The Escalator Principle: Target the person taking the "next step."
13:18 – How to start: Activating your existing network and email inbox.
14:48 – Global Visibility: The power of search engines and content licensing (translation).
18:40 – Conflict Resilience: Why you can't live your life running from tension.
20:27 – Resilience Anchors: Using a "Reverse Vision Board" to climb the next mountain.
23:50 – Market Research vs. Passion Projects: Assessing value using Google Trends and AI.
26:37 – The $12 Million Deal: The moment Shadeed realized his sweat equity wasn't enough.
31:58 – The Pivot: Transitioning from high-tenure employee to full-time entrepreneur.
36:11 – The Business of You: Building an ecosystem around your first and last name.

The Currency of Resilience:

◼️Be the first to hear about Joyce’s new book - https://www.joyceodidison.com/cracking-the-code-on-your-resilience

◼️Book Joyce’s Compelling Keynote: https://www.joyceodidison.com/

◼️Get coached by Joyce: https://meetings-na3.hubspot.com/joyce-odidison

◼️Get email updates: https://interpersonalwellness.com/newsletter/

◼️Follow Joyce: https://www.joyceodidison.com/links

◼️Purchase Joyce’s books here: https://www.joyceodidison.com/books

Sponsors:

Interpersonal Wellness Services Inc - https://interpersonalwellness.com/

WISⓇRQ Resilience Intelligence Platform - https://interpersonalwellness.com/free-resilience-index/

The Conflict Clarity Course: Get up to 40% off Joyce’s Conflict Clarity Course https://wisresilience.interpersonalwellness.com/courses/conflict-clarity-course

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If you're going through a difficult time and don't know how to pick yourself back up, this episode provides a simple, actionable blueprint. I'm joined by author and resilience expert Terry Healey, who shares the framework he used to overcome a life-threatening personal crisis.

Terry breaks down the four key phases of his resilience framework, focusing on simple new habits that anyone can start today. We discuss the importance of having a growth mindset, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, and setting small, achievable goals to rebuild your belief in yourself.

This isn't just theory; it's a practical guide to building the foundation you need to navigate any challenge.

This practical conversation covers:
✓ A 3-4 minute daily reflection exercise that can transform your perspective.
✓ How to practice gratitude to shift into a positive mindset.
✓ The difference between "positive imaging" for calm and "visualization" for a better future.
✓ The secret to setting goals without overwhelming yourself.
✓ How to start every problem-solving meeting with a WIN to boost confidence.

Connect with Terry Healey: https://www.terryhealey.com

#ResilienceMindset #HowTo #SelfHelp #PersonalDevelopment #DailyHabits #MentalHealth

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What is the real difference between people who succeed and those who quit? It's not talent, education, or resources. It's the relentless mindset to keep going, even when the results aren't visible yet.

In this episode of The Resilience Catalyst, I'm joined by Steve A. Klein, a 40-year veteran of the success industry and author of Sell When You See the Whites of Their Eyes. Steve shares powerful stories and timeless principles about the mind's power over matter. We discuss why people fail (it's not what you think), the 10th Multiple rule that explains why most people give up too early, and how to stay focused like a laser beam on your goals.

This is a masterclass in mental fortitude for anyone who wants to stop making excuses and start creating results.

In this episode, you will learn:
► The four letters that are the secret to success: CCDA (Correct Consistent Daily Activity).
► Why you might only be at 3.2% of your goal when you're halfway through the timeline (and why you shouldn't quit).
► The story of the carrots and why you can't keep "digging up" your progress.
► How a laser-like focus, like Forrest Gump's, is essential for overcoming any obstacle.
► The power of the Law of Attraction and programming your mind for success.

Connect with Steve A. Klein: https://www.steveaklein.com |  https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveaklein/

#Mindset #Success #Motivation #Resilience #NeverGiveUp #PersonalDevelopment

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Are you living for your next vacation? What if every day could be part of a joyful, fulfilling life that you don't need to escape from? In this episode of The Resilience Catalyst, I'm joined by Helena Hamlet, founder of the EatLife Academy.

Helena shares her powerful story of being diagnosed with cancer with two young children, a moment that stopped her in her tracks and forced her to re-evaluate everything. Her journey from burnout and exhaustion to creating a life she truly loves is an inspiring blueprint for any driven professional who feels like they've lost themselves in the hustle.

This conversation is for anyone who feels there's "more to life than this" and is ready to start living it.

In this episode, you will learn:
► Helena's 3-step E.A.T. framework: Empower, Align, and Transform.
► Why you must let go of old beliefs that no longer serve you.
► The critical difference between society's version of success and your own.
► How to view rest as a powerful strategy for reconnection, not a sign of weakness.
► Simple, daily practices to incorporate creative happiness into your life.

Connect with Helena for her free masterclass and community: https://go.eatlifeacademy.com/starthere | https://linktr.ee/eatlifeacademy

#WorkLifeBalance #InspirationalStory #FindYourPurpose #LiveYourBestLife #BurnoutRecovery

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This episode is your practical roadmap to rewire your life for resilience. I'm joined by Steve Moby Leitch, a mentor and endurance athlete who completely rebuilt his own life after hitting rock bottom as a functional addict.

Steve breaks down the simple but powerful SPRF model (Spiritual, Physical, Relational, Financial) that he used to build a new foundation from scratch. We discuss actionable daily habits, the importance of tracking your progress, and the secret to building unstoppable momentum, even when motivation fades. This isn't just theory; it's a field-tested blueprint for creating lasting change.

This practical conversation covers:
✅ The 4 Pillars you need to focus on to create a balanced, resilient life.
✅ Why you should start by going to the gym for just five minutes.
✅ How to use metrics and journaling to stay on track when motivation fades.
✅ How to move from motivation to powerful momentum.
✅ How to own your past without letting it define your new identity.

Connect with Steve: https://steve-moby-leitch.com/
LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/steve-moby-leitch

#PersonalDevelopment #SelfHelp #HowTo #Resilience #Mindset #Habits #Framework

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When everything is going well, leadership is easy. But what system do you rely on when the pressure is on and the stakes are high? In this episode of The Resilience Catalyst, Joyce is joined by Nate Payne, a leadership consultant and author with 30 years of experience, who found the ultimate leadership model in an unexpected place: nature.

Nate shares his journey from an IT professional to a leadership consultant, explaining how he grew frustrated with contradictory and outdated leadership advice. His search for a simple, repeatable system led him to an "aha" moment while watching a documentary about the Serengeti. He realized that our organizations are not like machines; they are living ecosystems with predictable patterns.

This conversation explores Living Systems Leadership, a framework based on the timeless principles of nature. Nate and Joyce discuss why leaders must shift from asking how do I fix this? to what is this connected to?, moving from surface-level solutions to understanding root causes. They break down why many workplace conflicts are not people problems, but system problems, and how leaders can redesign their organizational ecosystem to incentivize collaboration and build true resilience.

Key Takeaways:

• The Flaw in Traditional Leadership Advice: Much of it is contradictory and fails under real-world pressure.
• Organizations as Ecosystems: Shifting your perspective from viewing your team as a machine to seeing it as a living system changes everything.
• Design vs. Blame: Resilient leaders ask "design questions" (What conditions created this?) instead of "blame questions" (Who screwed this up?).
• The Power of Incentives: People act in their own self-interest. A leader's job is to ensure that what gets rewarded aligns with the organization's stated values.
• The True Measure of a Leader: It's not what happens when you're there; it's the health and resilience of the system after you've gone.

Connect with Nate Payne: https://www.natepayne.com

#Leadership #SystemsThinking #Resilience #OrganizationalCulture #Burnout #FutureOfWork

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What if every setback, every layoff, and every perceived "failure" was simply data? How would that change your approach to life and business? In this powerful episode of The Resilience Catalyst, I'm joined by Dr. Diane Dye, a multi-generational founder and CEO who embodies this very principle.

Dr. Dye shares her incredible story of being laid off from her dream job, only to march back into that same office and ask to start her new consulting firm there. Her journey is a masterclass in turning a "critical opportunity" into a catalyst for growth, proving that resilience is a choice to "spiral up" rather than devolve.

This is a must-watch for anyone who feels stuck after a setback and needs a powerful mindset shift to move forward.

In this episode, you will learn:
✓ The profound question that changes everything: "What does your heart want?"

✓ How to find resources in the most unlikely places (like the office you were just fired from).

✓ Why you must be willing to "unlearn what you think you know" to grow.

✓ How to use simple "what" questions to build connection and discover opportunities.

✓ The importance of taking your "no more" moment and making today your decision day.

Connect with Dr. Diane Dye: www.peopleriskconsulting.com

#Resilience #MindsetShift #Inspiration #FailureIsData #Entrepreneurship #CareerSetback

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What is the single most powerful catalyst for turning around workplace conflict and boosting employee engagement? In this insightful segment, Joyce Odidison reveals it might be simpler than you think: showing your people you care about their whole life.

Drawing from her direct experience coaching employees through bullying, harassment, and conflict, Joyce shares a powerful story. When using her 9-dimensional (WIS) resilience framework, even the most embattled employees have a profound shift in perspective. Their initial shock, "Are you sure my organization is paying for you to help me with my whole life?", quickly turns into a renewed sense of value and loyalty.

This episode argues that humans are fundamentally wired for community. The workplace must be an environment where people feel seen, known, and purposeful. Joyce presents the "gospel truth" of performance: when people feel good, they do better work. She issues a direct challenge to all leaders to go back to the drawing board if their team isn't functioning as a true community where every member feels connected and able to contribute.

Key Takeaways:

✓ Investing in an employee's holistic well-being is a powerful tool for rebuilding trust and resolving conflict.

✓ Humans are designed to be part of a network where they are seen, known, have status, and can contribute.

✓ The fundamental question every leader should ask: "Is our team a community?"

✓ When employees feel good at work, better performance is the natural, scientific outcome.

Connect with Taresa Scott: https://www.bleuprint.design/

#Leadership #EmployeeEngagement #CorporateCulture #ConflictResolution #HR #EmployeeWellbeing #PsychologicalSafety

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As a leader, you know that one bad conversation can damage team morale and productivity. But what if you had a toolkit to navigate even the most difficult discussions with confidence and create psychological safety?

Communication expert and Professional Certified Coach (PCC) Keith Greer joins me on The Resilience Catalyst to share practical, neuroscience-backed strategies you can use immediately. We move beyond theory to give you the exact questions to ask and mindsets to adopt to turn conflict into connection.

If you're ready to stop having conversations that are a waste of time and start building real trust, this episode is your guide.

Your leadership toolkit from this episode includes:
► The Conversation about the Conversation: A simple method to build trust.
► Why you must never assume shared meaning with your team.
► The power of asking questions for which you have no answer.
► How to shift your goal from getting your point across to being open to being influenced.
► The single most powerful conversational strategy you can use: deep listening.

Connect with Keith Greer: https://www.keithgreercoaching.com

#DifficultConversations #LeadershipSkills #CommunicationTips #ActiveListening #Coaching