The Hey Alexa Podcast

Alexa Crozier

On the Hey Alexa Podcast, curiosity drives every conversation as Alexa blends her hospitality roots with her entrepreneurial journey to uncover the human stories behind the people shaping our world: Founders, Leaders, Innovators, Creators, and everyday voices who offer perspectives worth exploring. It’s where titles fade, real insight emerges, and every story sparks connection.

Episodes

  1. May 23

    Hey Alexa, What Invisible Systems Are Shaping Our Lives?

    In this episode of The Hey Alexa Podcast, Alexa sits down with strategist, speaker, and author Stephanie Forbes for a conversation that goes far beyond supply chains and global trade. Together, they explore the invisible systems shaping modern life — from government policy and economic infrastructure to human behaviour, relationships, resilience, and the way people navigate uncertainty. What begins as a conversation about global systems quickly unfolds into a much deeper discussion about curiosity, adaptability, leadership, trust, and the repetitive patterns humanity continues to revisit throughout history. Stephanie shares insights from her new book, Global Wealth, Local Impact, while offering a grounded and deeply human perspective on how systems break, why resilience matters, and what happens when people stop asking better questions. Viewers can expect a thoughtful, wide-ranging conversation about: the hidden systems influencing our daily liveshow uncertainty shapes innovationwhy relationships are becoming more important than everwhat history teaches us about human naturehow individuals and nations respond under pressurethe connection between global resilience and personal resilienceThis episode is for anyone curious about the forces quietly shaping the world around them — and how greater awareness, collaboration, and curiosity might help us navigate what comes next. Connect with Stephanie Forbes: Book — Global Wealth, Local Impact https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/Global-Wealth-Local-Impact/Stephanie-Forbes/9781637635162 LinkedIn https://ca.linkedin.com/in/calgaryforbes The Forbes Group Website https://theforbesgroup.ca/ Order the Book Directly https://theforbesgroup.ca/order-now/ Find & Contact Your Representative in Canadian Parliament: Find Your Member of Parliament https://www.ourcommons.ca/Members/en Parliament of Canada https://www.parl.ca/

    40 min
  2. Hey Alexa, Why Isn't Leadership One-Size-Fits-All?

    12/10/2025

    Hey Alexa, Why Isn't Leadership One-Size-Fits-All?

    What makes a truly impactful leader and why do so many leaders still struggle to understand their own strengths? In this episode of Hey Alexa, I sit down with Shawn Richards, founder of Blue Sky Business Consulting, bestselling author, host of the Team Engagement Podcast, and a leadership expert who has interviewed more than 450 leaders across industries. Shawn believes leadership isn’t a title—it’s a human practice. And in our conversation, he breaks down why the most effective leaders aren’t the ones who follow a formula, but the ones who understand their Leadership Signature: the unique blend of strengths, tendencies, and presence that shape how they lead. Together, we explore:  ✨ The moment Shawn realized leadership is not one-size-fits-all  ✨ Why traditional leadership advice often falls flat  ✨ How understanding your strengths can transform the way you lead  ✨ The most common blind spots leaders don’t realize they have  ✨ How to approach change, team dynamics, and communication with more empathy and clarity  ✨ What separates leaders who feel “mechanical” from those who are magnetic and deeply human  ✨ Why delegation breaks down—and how to do it right  ✨ How curiosity fuels innovation, team connection, and personal growth  ✨ Shawn’s bold take on how AI won’t replace good leadership This episode is packed with real-world stories, lightbulb moments, and the kind of reflective questions that help you understand yourself, not just as a leader, but as a human. If you’ve ever felt unsure about your ability to lead… or wondered how to bring more clarity, confidence, and authenticity to your work… this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. Curiosity is the currency of every conversation — and this one is rich. 🔗 Connect with Shawn Richards: 🌐 Website – Blue Sky Business Consulting Learn more about Shawn’s work, leadership development programs, and The Team Engagement Podcast: 👉 https://blueskybizconsulting.com   📘 Book – Rapid Fire Leadership: Insights from 401 Business Leaders Grab Shawn’s book here: 👉 Book homepage: https://rapidfireleadership.com 👉 Amazon listing: https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B0FNKQ9T51  💼 Connect with Shawn on LinkedIn Follow Shawn and his leadership insights: 👉 https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawnjrichards

    47 min

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On the Hey Alexa Podcast, curiosity drives every conversation as Alexa blends her hospitality roots with her entrepreneurial journey to uncover the human stories behind the people shaping our world: Founders, Leaders, Innovators, Creators, and everyday voices who offer perspectives worth exploring. It’s where titles fade, real insight emerges, and every story sparks connection.