True Power

In this episode, Cassandra Goodman converses with Stuart Brown, founder of the National Institute for Play, to explore what it means to stay true to oneself and the importance of play in authentic leadership. Stuart shares personal anecdotes about moments when he strayed from his true self and rediscovered his playful nature. They delve into the essence of enchantment, the impact of childhood experiences on adult lives, and practical ways to reconnect with our innate playful spirit. This candid discussion aims to inspire leaders to incorporate more play and authenticity into their lives and workspaces.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Authentic Leadership

00:59 Introducing Stuart Brown

04:05 Stuart's Early Life and Musical Journey

06:45 The Impact of Childhood Experiences

09:17 Discovering Joseph Campbell and The Hero's Journey

14:27 The Importance of Play in Human Life

19:01 Finding Enchantment in Everyday Moments

20:59 Reconnecting with Your Playful Nature

24:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

About the guest:

Dr. Stuart Brown is the founder of the National Institute for Play and has a diverse background in general and internal medicine, psychiatry, and clinical research. His groundbreaking work began with studying the absence of play in a group of homicidal young males, including the University of Texas Tower mass murderer, Charles Whitman. Dr. Brown later became the founding Clinical Director and Chief of Psychiatry at Mercy Hospital and Medical Center and served as an Associate Professor at UCSD in San Diego, California. Throughout his clinical career, he has interviewed thousands of people to create detailed play profiles, discovering that the presence of play strongly correlates with success, while its absence leads to negative consequences.

Authentic leadership is tricky business, but you don't have to got it alone.

I love supporting leaders to stay connected to their deepest selves so they can activate their highest potential and serve the greatest good.

Learn about my coaching packages here:  https://www.self-fidelity.com/coaching  

In this episode, Cassandra Goodman, founder of the Center for Self Fidelity, interviews Renata, an accomplished career coach and host of 'The Job Hunting Podcast.' Together, they discuss the essence of true power and authentic leadership, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself. Renata shares her journey of self-discovery, detailing her early struggles with fitting societal molds and ultimately finding a career that aligns with her strengths and passions. They also cover the significance of embracing one's innate qualities and how these personal values can impact professional success.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction: The Power Within

00:58 Meet Renata: A Mentor and Friend

02:00 Navigating Authenticity in a Challenging World

05:16 Renata's Journey: From History to Commerce

12:44 Embracing Strengths and Overcoming Challenges

16:09 Creating Impact Through Appreciation of Beauty

25:51 Reflections on Authentic Leadership

35:03 Conclusion: Living Your True Essence

About the guest:

Renata Bernarde, host of The Job Hunting Podcast, is a seasoned career coach specialising in career planning and transition, online career readiness courses, outplacement, private and group coaching, LinkedIn profile audits, and HR consulting. With two decades of corporate experience, Renata has navigated numerous challenges, including international relocations, studying as a mature-aged student, and overcoming health issues, all while climbing to senior executive roles. Today, she empowers professionals to take control of their careers and achieve their goals, leveraging her extensive network, mentors, and coaches. Renata's podcast offers invaluable insights on job searching strategies and career success, while her courses and coaching provide practical, proven roadmaps for career advancement.

Authentic leadership is tricky business, but you don't have to got it alone.

I love supporting leaders to stay connected to their deepest selves so they can activate their highest potential and serve the greatest good.

Learn about my coaching packages here:  https://www.self-fidelity.com/coaching  

In this episode, Cassandra Goodman delves into the essence of authentic leadership with her friend and fellow coach, Jasmine. They explore the complexities of staying true to oneself, particularly in the workplace. Jasmine shares her poignant story of changing her name from Rana to Jasmine upon immigrating to Australia, reflecting on the impact of that decision on her identity and sense of self. The conversation highlights the importance of embracing one's true self to achieve genuine empowerment, fostering a culture of authenticity, and the liberating power of being true to one's deepest self.

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Authentic Leadership

00:47 Meet Jasmine: A Purpose-Driven Coach

01:45 The Story Behind Jasmine's Name

04:20 The Impact of Changing Identity

06:19 The Journey to Self-Acceptance

10:49 Embracing Authenticity in the Workplace

16:36 The Power of Being True to Yourself

18:25 Final Reflections and Gratitude

About the guest:

Jasmine Malki believes that work is love made visible, inspired by the words of poet Khalil Gibran. With a career spanning 18 years, Jasmine has partnered with leadership teams in professional services, healthcare, financial services, and for-purpose organisations to create customised employee experiences that enable people to do their best work. Her approach combines deep listening, insight coaching, developmental facilitation, human-centred design, and building trusting relationships. Holding a Bachelor of Law and Economics from the University of Western Australia and a Graduate Certificate in Business (Organisational Coaching) from Swinburne University of Technology, Jasmine is an Associate Certified Coach of the International Coaching Federation and a Certified Coach of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Her coaching philosophy focuses on exploring inner beliefs to achieve sustainable, impactful transformation in leadership and engagement. Jasmine's diverse background, including her family's journey from Iraq to Australia as political refugees, deeply informs her perspective on work and life. An avid reader, yoga practitioner, marathon runner, and travel enthusiast, Jasmine brings a rich, integrated experience to her coaching and relationships.

Authentic leadership is tricky business, but you don't have to got it alone.

I love supporting leaders to stay connected to their deepest selves so they can activate their highest potential and serve the greatest good.

Learn about my coaching packages here:  https://www.self-fidelity.com/coaching