Wholehearted Podcast

In this captivating episode of the Wholehearted Leadership Podcast, we are thrilled to welcome Gary Hubbell, a compassionate coach of positive possibility who works with leaders and organizations to create meaningful change.

In this episode, Gary shares his insights and what it means to be a wholehearted leader and how to practice it in everyday life. We also dive into the three common barriers to wholehearted leadership and how to overcome them with curiosity, compassion, and courage.

Gary takes us on his journey, sharing riveting stories that illuminate his passion for conversations. He brings us into his 17 years of expertise since the inception of his own company, and basks in the wisdom he imparts. If you're curious about the art and power of conversation, this episode is your chance to learn secrets that can transform not only how you lead but also your work and personal life.

This episode is full of insights, stories, and wisdom that will inspire you to elevate your consciousness and engage in meaningful dialogue with yourself and others. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from two passionate practitioners of transformational conversations. Tune in now!

To know more about Gary, visit the following:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-hubbell-4670256/

Website: https://www.garyhubbellconsulting.com/

As a leader, how do you make it safe and worth it for people to speak up without fear of being ignored or of retribution?

Do you hold both yourself and your team accountable for creating and maintaining a Speak Up culture?

In this new episode of the Wholehearted Leadership Podcast, Stephen Shedletzky shares how he reclaimed his power of speaking up and the profound impact it has had on his life. He shares his transformative journey from his speech impediment as a child, to finding inspiration from his grandfather, a Holocaust survivor, who served as a powerful model of passionate communication and empathetic leadership for him.

Stephen also shares the complexities of speaking up, emphasizing the importance of welcoming healthy disagreements as a catalyst for growth. These moments can become opportunities for learning and self-reflection.

Tune in and learn more about how embracing the art of speaking up can unlock your own potential and become an advocate of Speak-Up Culture!

Stay wholehearted!

#speakup #speakupculture #leadership

To know more about Stephen, visit the following:

LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/stephenshedletzky/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@shedinspires

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/shedinspires

Website: https://www.speakupculture.com/

How audacious are you to take the lead? Do you dare to take risks as a leader?

Marta Pardo’s unique story showcases the remarkable journey she has taken in life, overcoming adversities such as losing a loved one to become the leader she is today.

When her father, who was running their family business with 80 team members, suffered a heart attack, Marta was thrusted straight into the leadership position at a very young age. She had bigger shoes to fill and had to grow up very quickly.

In this episode, Marta introduces the idea of Audacity as a key trait for Leaders. And how this had taught her that we can always make a choice to lean into positivity instead of succumbing to negativity.

Her journey will inspire you to show up as the leader you can be or always wish to be so you can light up your people in passion.

Be all ears to this Wholehearted Leadership podcast episode, learn the Power of Audacity, and how to embrace change in the face of adversity as exciting opportunities await.

Stay Wholehearted!

To know more about Marta, visit the following:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marta-pardo286160/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@martapardo999

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/martapardo999/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@martapardo4846

Website: https://www.martapardo.com/

Listening is an important skill for leaders today.

How effectively do you listen to your team members? To their ideas, concerns or opinions?

As things are moving ever more quickly, time-stressed leaders are becoming poorer at listening to the inputs of their team members.

This may stifle creativity and innovation. Employees who feel unseen, unheard and therefore unappreciated may be disengaged and disempowered. How can you be more attentive and show that you value your team members?

The Wholehearted Leadership Podcast is delighted to have Raquel Ark as a guest in our latest episode.

The episode sheds light on how listening to ourselves can empower our lives and those around us, allowing us to become more aligned and more integrated with our authentic selves. As a result, you invariably become a more wholehearted leader who is then able to extend that listening to other people.

Listen as Raquel shares so many golden nuggets of practical tips and wisdom that we can apply so that we can become better listeners AND more impactful leaders.

To know more about Raquel Ark and her work, visit the following:

Website: https://listeningalchemy.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-ark

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

Keynote Women: https://www.keynotewomen.com/speaker/raquel-ark

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100027214076836

What does it mean to be curious? How does internal curiosity work in order to become an impactful leader? How can it help you sustain your relationship with others?

Here's another thought-provoking episode of the Wholehearted Leadership Podcast, where we discuss how we can promote outward and inward curiosity in building healthier relationships with others. I'm honored to have Dr. Julie Pham, founder of CuriosityBased, a consulting practice helping organizations foster more curiosity to build trust, communication, and collaboration.

In our conversation, Dr. Julie Pham reveals her life experiences and strategies for using curiosity as a tool to break down barriers, and connect with people from diverse backgrounds. She provides actionable advice on how curiosity can serve as a catalyst for respecting and valuing others' perspectives, even when they differ from our own.

Join us for this inspiring and insightful episode! Whether you're a leader seeking to enhance your skills or simply someone interested in the power of human connection, this conversation with Dr. Julie Pham is sure to leave you reflecting on how to cultivate curiosity in your own life!

To know more about Dr. Julie, please visit:

Website: http://www.curiositybased.com

Book website: http://www.formsofrespect.com

Personal Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/juliepham2

Company Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/curiositybased/

YouTube: youtube.com/@curiositybased

Company TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@curiositybased

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

Personal instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliephamphd/

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/curiositybased

Personal TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@juliephamphd

#curiosity #leadership #humanconnection

Empathy is one of the most talked about qualities that’s required of leaders today. How can you lead with empathy in a world that’s craving connection, more than ever?

Join us for another insightful episode of the Wholehearted Leadership Podcast, where we take a deep dive into the world of empathy with Rob Volpe, who calls himself the Empathy Activist.

In our conversation, Rob shares his deep personal journey, illustrating how empathy has shaped his life and work. Together, we’ll unlock how cultivating your empathy skills isn’t just a leadership skill, it’s a transformative force that can bridge relationships and foster meaningful connections.

Tune in, learn, and take the next step toward becoming a more empathetic and impactful leader!

To know more about Rob, please visit:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmvolpe/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpathyActivist/

Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@empathyactivist

Website: https://www.robvolpe.expert/

Peloton: EmpathyActivist

#wholehearted #empathy #leadership

How do you move on and heal from past trauma? Is there a way to cultivate a kinder relationship with yourself for all the emotional scars it left you? How do you detach from past trauma and focus on the present?

In this latest episode of the Wholehearted Podcast, we embark on a journey of healing. We are grateful to have Ratna Juita sharing her personal journey of vulnerability, self-discovery, and how mindfulness played a pivotal role in her own healing process.

For Ratna, it takes Awareness and Acceptance, Balance, and Curiosity and Care (ABC) to embrace mindfulness. This allows her to become a better version of herself by establishing a profound connection with her inner self.

Join us as Ratna unveils the transformative power of mindfulness! Tune in and be mindful of the lessons wholeheartedly!

To know more about Ratna, please visit:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jratna/

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ratna.juita1506

Website: https://themindgem.co/

#wholehearted #mindfulness #healingjourney

Over the past year, I've had the privilege of engaging with remarkable guests who have shared their stories of vulnerability, resilience, wisdom and personal growth. We’ve explored the depths of what it means to be wholehearted in a world that often encourages pretense. From keynote speakers to authors, artists to fitness experts, thinkers to explorers, we’ve learned diverse perspectives on entrepreneurship, mental health issues, handling setbacks, transformations, and more.

Join us as we celebrate our first anniversary with an inspiring journey through a year filled with wholeness and heartfelt conversations. In this episode, we’ll revisit how I started my podcast, challenges that became an opportunity to improve myself and the show, and invaluable lessons that inspired many.

Thank you for being a part of the Wholehearted Podcast as we mark this significant milestone! Stay tuned for more transformative episodes in the years to come!

#oneyearanniversary #wholeheartedpodcast #podcastshow

To know more about Coen, please visit:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coentan/ 

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coen.tan  

Website: https://www.coentan.com/

How do you set the stage for your entire organization or team as a leader? Do you make your vision compelling that ignites inspiration and cultivates a sense of purpose?

Here's another empowering episode of the Wholehearted Leadership podcast where we are honored to have the renowned keynote speaker and author of the best-selling book, “The End of Procrastination”, Petr Ludwig. Join us as we explore the profound dimensions of his leadership vision, mission, and purpose.

In this episode, Petr shares his expertise, personal stories, and practical advice to equip you with the tools you need to become an exceptional leader. Whether you're an aspiring leader or a seasoned executive, this episode will allow you to discover the keys to create a shared vision that unites and motivates a team towards achieving extraordinary results.

To know more about Petr, please visit:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/petrludwig

Instagram: https://instagram.com/petrludwig

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/petrludwig

Website: https://www.petrludwig.com/

#leadershipvision #missionandvision #authenticleadership

How has empathetic leadership transformed business leaders these days?

What are some of the obstacles that impede them from leading wholeheartedly?

How do they help their people unlock their potential and build a growth mindset?

In this first episode of the Wholehearted Leadership podcast, Febronia Ruocco dives deep into the essence of empathetic leadership and its profound impact on groups and individuals. She also expounds on how curiosity helps in leading cross-cultural teams.

Listen and learn how living your vision, mission and purpose can help you flourish and cultivate a culture of empathy!

To know more about Febronia, please visit:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/febroniaruocco/