Evolve: A New Era of Leadership Carolyn Swora

In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly L. Campbell, a pioneer in trauma-informed leadership and the author of the revolutionary book, "Heal to Lead." We discuss how addressing trauma can fundamentally transform leadership styles, promoting environments of trust, psychological safety, and true connectivity within organizations. Kelly shares their journey from founding a cause marketing agency to writing her book, driven by their desire to revolutionize leadership through trauma healing.
 
The episode delves into the concept of trauma-informed leadership, the significance of understanding one's trauma, the negative impact of neglecting this aspect, and how leaders can foster psychologically safe environments that encourage vulnerability, resilience, and collective growth. Kelly details her experiences and the influences that shaped her views on leadership and organizational culture.
 
Kelly L. Campbell (they/she) inspires revelation and responsibility in leaders across the globe. As a trauma-informed leadership coach, speaker, facilitator, writer, and author, they empower self-aware visionaries to correlate their past wounds to their leadership style, transforming the way they lead, live, and love. Her debut book, Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership through Trauma Healing (Wiley) will be released in April 2024.
 
They write for Entrepreneur, have written for Forbes, and offer exclusive content to their Substack community, “The New TLC: Trauma, Leadership, and Consciousness.” Early in their career, Kelly was the founder and CEO of a cause marketing agency and sold it in 2016, which led her to advise Fortune 50 corporations, nonprofits, government organizations, and marketing and advertising agencies. They have hosted two top-rated podcasts since 2006—one on holistic health and wellness and the other on conscious leadership for marketing and advertising agency leaders.
 
A longtime conservationist, Kelly was trained by Al Gore as a Climate Reality Leader in 2017. Most recently, they became certified as a Reiki Level III Practitioner. Kelly’s vision is to empower more than half of humanity to heal its childhood trauma so that we may reimagine and rebuild the world together.
 
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Trauma-Informed Leadership: An exploration of how understanding and integrating trauma can fundamentally enhance leadership effectiveness, as demonstrated through Kelly’s insights and her book, "Heal to Lead." 🌍


Healing and Leading: Discussion on why leaders must start with healing themselves to effectively lead others, highlighting the impact of personal trauma work on leadership styles and organizational health. 🏢


Personal Stories and Professional Insights: Kelly shares her transition from a cause marketing CEO to a trauma-informed leadership coach, illustrating the deep interconnections between personal healing and professional leadership. 🛤️


Impact of Neglecting Trauma: Kelly and I discuss the detrimental effects of ignoring personal trauma and how leaders can overcome these challenges to foster a healthier work environment. 🌱


Creating Psychological Safety: Strategies for leaders to create environments that encourage vulnerability, support personal growth, and ensure psychological safety in the workplace. 🔋

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
04:09 Why people need to read Heal to Lead, even if you’re ‘doing the work’
06:13 What makes healing more inviting or necessary
09:29 Ego showing up in different ways, including being a people pleaser
13:07 Personality assessments that can help tell us what style leadership we have
14:50 Where do we direct people who want to learn more about themselves and their patterns, if not these tools
19:43 Not looking to fix people but inviting them to find out who they are, the benefits of coaching versus therapy
21:26 Four fundamentals of high conscious leadership
25:04 Embodiment

In this episode, I’m joined by Lee Cordell, a pioneer in trauma-informed leadership and the founder of the Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety. We discuss how recognizing and addressing trauma can fundamentally transform leadership styles, promoting environments of trust, psychological safety, and true connectivity within organizations. Lee shares her personal journey from a nursing career to establishing her institute, driven by the desire to create safer spaces and healthier relationships in professional settings. 
 
The episode delves into the concept of trauma-informed leadership, the significance of understanding one's needs, the negative impact of neglecting personal trauma, and how leaders can foster psychologically safe environments that encourage vulnerability, resilience, and collective growth. Lee also details an upcoming experiential event by the Institute, aimed at expanding individual capacities and reconceptualizing the approach to leadership and organizational culture.
 
Dr. Lee started the Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety after retiring from her decade-long career as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and graduate-level professor.
 
She is devoted to helping humans understand their past so they can create happier, healthier futures. She integrates her personal stories of childhood abuse, depression and anxiety with her 20 years of professional experience in order to bring accessible, practical trauma education to all who desire to learn more.
 
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Trauma-Informed Approaches: We discuss what trauma-informed leadership looks like and how it can transform organizational practices and leadership styles. 🌍


Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety: Lee talks about the founding of her institute, its mission, and the programs it offers that cater to developing safer organizational spaces. 🏢


Personal Journey: Lee shares her transition from a healthcare professional to an educator and coach, focusing on the needs and well-being of leaders in various sectors. 🛤️


Impact on Personal Development: Explore how addressing trauma not only improves professional capabilities but also personal growth and self-awareness. 🌱


Sustainable Leadership Practices: Discussing strategies for maintaining balance and preventing burnout in high-demand leadership roles. 🔋

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
01:46 The Institute for Trauma and why she founded it
04:29 Starting a side business coaching other women
07:30 Leaving the bedside
12:17 Why do leaders need this work
17:56 New event November 2024 - "Full Capacity"
21:03 Why do we not do enough to help with psychological safety without attaching the word trauma to it?
26:18 The feeling of resentment under the frustration, and unpacking dysregulation 
35:11 One of the riskiest things to do in corporate - ask for help from the wrong people
40:18 Intimacy and vulnerability in the workspace
47:56  Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
Our deep dive with Lee Cordell offers invaluable perspectives on integrating trauma-informed practices into leadership. This episode not only highlights the importance of understanding the role of trauma in professional settings but also provides practical advice for leaders to implement these insights into their daily lives.
Join us as we explore how transforming leadership through a trauma-informed lens can lead to more compassionate and effective management practices. Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions about integrating trauma-informed practices in your leadership on our social media channels.
#TraumaInformedLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #LeadershipDevelopment #HealthcareLeadership #PersonalGrowth
 
Connect with Lee
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingtraumainformed/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/becometraumainformed 
LinkedIn: https://www.link

In this solo episode, I share insights from my journey as a leader, a host of this podcast, an author, and leadership consultant. With over 60 guests interviewed and a wealth of knowledge gained from my second book and certification programs, we dive into what I’ve learned about the  nervous system's influence on leadership, the essence of being trauma-informed, and the key learnings from my personal leadership journey.
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
🧠 Three-Brained Beings: Discover the significance of integrating our three centers of intelligence—head, heart, and body—for effective leadership.


💡 Learning 1 - Discovering Body Wisdom: Uncover the power of acknowledging and harmonizing the wisdom of our body with our intellectual and emotional intelligence.


🕰 Learning 2 - The Influence of Our Past: Explore how past experiences shape our leadership styles and the importance of addressing emotional duress.


🔒 Learning 3 - The Stories Our Bodies Hold: Learn about the physical and physiological storage of memories and its impact on our reactions and decision-making.


🌱 Being Trauma-Informed: Understand the benefits of a trauma-informed approach to leadership, emphasizing compassion, safety, and co-regulation.


🛠 The Importance of Being a Trauma-Informed Practitioner: Insights into personal growth and professional efficacy through understanding and applying trauma-informed principles.

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
02:22 Three brained beings
03:56 Learning 1 - Discovering how your three centers of intelligence work together
06:34 Learning 2 - Our past influences us more than we realize
09:34 Learning 3 - Our body store stories, memories that we don't have access to 
10:43 What does it mean to lead by being trauma informed
13:25 Key learnings about being a trauma informed leader
17:50 What happens when we aren't trauma informed
20:33 The transformation that this leadership style can spark
24:17 What can we do?


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
I invite you to reflect on your own leadership journey, to explore trauma-informed practices, and consider the continuous pursuit of personal and professional growth. Let me know what you think about my first solo episode! Would you like to see more?
#LeadershipDevelopment #TraumaInformedLeadership #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

Connect with me
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynswora/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/
Twitter: ​​https://twitter.com/CarolynSwora 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolynsworkplaceculture/
Website: https://www.carolynswora.com/
Contact: media@carolynswora.com 
 

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of body wisdom and its critical role in enhancing personal and professional growth. I’m joined by Erica Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist, who sheds light on how accessing our body's inherent wisdom can lead to profound insights and healing. Through the lens of dance movement therapy, Erica provides a fascinating perspective on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and emotion.
Erica Hornthal, is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
The Essence of Body Wisdom: Dive into understanding what body wisdom is and how we can tap into the knowledge our bodies hold about our experiences, emotions, and the stories of our lives. 🧘‍♀️


Sensations as Language: Learn about the significance of tuning into our body's sensations, the neurological underpinnings, and how they can guide our decisions and enhance our understanding of ourselves. 🌟


Embodied Knowledge and Leadership: Explore how embodied knowledge can influence leadership styles, decision-making processes, and the cultivation of conscious work environments. 🏢


Practical Exercises for Accessing Body Wisdom: Erica shares simple, accessible ways to begin incorporating body awareness into daily life, emphasizing the role of movement in processing emotions and fostering personal growth. 🌈

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
05:34 What is body wisdom
07:59 What are sensations and what are some examples of them
10:49 Why should we pay attention to these sensations
15:35 The impact our bodies have on each other for communication and connections
19:48 How do you lean into sensations and use them?
22:28 How to use this practically in the work space
28:22 The term mental health keeping us stuck in our head, so how to build literacy around wellness
35:48 What happens when you let your body give you wisdom
39:50 Why she created her product and what she hopes people use it for
45:52 Is there a purpose to the color delineation with her cards
50:02 Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
Our conversation with Erica Hornthal offers profound insights into the value of reconnecting with our body's wisdom. The episode invites listeners to consider the ways in which embodied knowledge can enhance not only personal well-being but also professional efficacy and leadership. We delve into practical strategies for integrating body awareness into our lives, inviting a holistic approach to health and leadership. Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions about embracing body wisdom, and join us in redefining wellness and leadership.
#BodyWisdom #LeadershipDevelopment #MindfulnessInBusiness #OrganizationalCulture #PersonalGrowth
 
Connect with Erica
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.therapist.who.moves.you   
www.ericahornthal.com 
Purchase the The Movement Therapy Deck  

Connect with me
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynswora/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/
Twitter: ​​https://twitter.com/CarolynSwora 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolynsworkplaceculture/
Website: https://www.carolynswora.com/
Contact: media@carolynswora.com 
 

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of conscious leadership and its vital role in today’s evolving business landscape. I’m joined by Jennifer Mulholland and Jeff Shuck, co-owners of Plenty Consulting and co-authors of “Leading with Light: Choosing Conscious Leadership When You’re Ready for More.” They provide profound insights into how embracing conscious leadership can significantly impact personal growth and organizational success.
 
Jennifer Mulholland is an author, strategist, alchemist, executive coach, and co-owner of Plenty Consulting. From a very young age, she's been dedicated to raising the consciousness of people on the planet. For the last decade, she and her business partner, Jeff Shuck, have helped thousands of conscious leaders and businesses grow in revenue, impact, and fulfillment. 
 
Before becoming co-owner of Plenty, Jennifer was Chief Innovation Officer at SunGard, a Fortune 500 technology company. She founded several businesses focused on bridging the gap between information and impact in healthcare, technology, and holistic wellbeing. She is a certified Reiki and Theta healer trained in shamanic and energy medicine. She has a B.S. degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Psychology, and Coaching from the University of Utah. 
 
Jeff Shuck is an accomplished leader and entrepreneur with deep experience in leadership development, consulting, and social impact. Jeff is co-owner of Plenty Consulting with his business partner Jennifer Mulholland. Together, they have helped thousands of for-profit and non-profit leaders and organizations create their strategies, grow their fundraising, innovate new programs, and develop conscious cultures. 
 
Before founding Plenty, Jeff was co-founder and CEO of fundraising firm Event 360, raising nearly a billion dollars for charity over 12 years. Jeff graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Rochester and earned an MBA from Kellogg School of Management and an MS in Predictive Analytics from Northwestern. His work in positive change and social impact has been featured in a variety of outlets such as Marketplace, the Wall Street Journal, Fatherly, and the Stanford Social Innovation Review. 


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Understanding Conscious Leadership: Dive into the essence of conscious leadership, focusing on self-awareness, interconnectedness, and the power of presence. 🧘‍♂️


Impact of Conscious Leadership on Organizations: Discover how conscious leadership can transform business strategies, employee engagement, and organizational culture. 🌱


Personal Journeys to Conscious Leadership: Hear Jennifer and Jeff share their personal paths and experiences that led them to embrace and advocate for conscious leadership. 🛤️


The Four Lights of Conscious Leadership: A deep dive into the Four Lights framework proposed by Jennifer and Jeff in their book, exploring practical ways to implement these principles in daily life and work. 💡


Strategies for Navigating Change and Challenges: Learn how conscious leaders can effectively navigate through challenges and changes within their organizations and personal lives. 🚣‍♀️


Building Resilient and Fulfilling Work Environments: Discussion on how conscious leadership can create more resilient, fulfilling, and productive work environments for everyone involved. 🏢

We talk about:
4:06 Why is conscious leadership so important
8:15 What is elevating conscious leadership to be more acceptable
15:40 The roots of why they wrote their book and the ‘being’ vs. ‘doing’ of conscious leadership
20:02 The juxtaposition of conscious leadership
24:02 Mack Truck moments
29:53 Intentionality in leadership by showing up as our best selves to help others achieve their full potential
32:31 First Light
34:32 Second Light
36:53 Being trained as leaders by being rewarded for finding problems and fixi

In this episode, we delve into the prevalent issue of change fatigue within the corporate landscape, a phenomenon amplified by constant shifts and adaptations in today's work environment. 
 
Jenny Magic joins me to unravel the complexities behind change fatigue and its significant impact on employees and organizational dynamics. She offers a deep dive into how leaders can recognize, address, and navigate this growing concern to foster a more adaptive and resilient workplace culture.
 
Jenny Magic has spent the past two decades as a communications strategist, serving a wide range of clients – from Sesame Street to AARP, Prudential to Purdue, and a whole slew of tech companies. She's now focused on helping teams combat burnout and eliminate "Unworkable Work." She’s co-author of CHANGE FATIGUE: Flip Teams From Burnout to Buy-In, and she lives in Austin with her architect husband and two young sons.
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
The Reality of Change Fatigue: Unpack the concept of 'change tokens' and understand how the pandemic and technological advancements have escalated the demand for adaptability in the workplace. 🔄


Signs of Change Fatigue: Learn how to identify the subtle and overt signs of change fatigue among employees, from silence and resistance to the more insidious forms like stalling and deprioritizing. 🚩


Strategic Leadership and Change Management: Explore strategies for leaders to manage their own and their team's capacity for change, ensuring that change initiatives are thoughtful, well-prioritized, and genuinely necessary. 🛠️


Overcoming Overwhelm: Discuss the balance between operational efficiency and innovative capacity, and how to create space within organizations for necessary changes without overwhelming employees. ⚖️


Authentic Engagement and Support: Delve into the importance of genuine leadership involvement in change initiatives and the role of psychological safety in facilitating open dialogue and feedback. 👥


Prioritizing and Stacking Successes: Discover the benefits of prioritizing change initiatives to enhance effectiveness and reduce burnout, using strategic selection to build momentum and achieve better outcomes. 🏆

We talk about:
2:55 What is change fatigue and why is it important that leaders understand the reality of it
5:21 Signs of change fatigue
6:45 What is our capacity or limit for change
9:11 How Jenny helps leaders
10:22 Overview of the steps of change outlined in her book
12:41 What people can do to make sure they're solving the right problem
18:21 What can sponsors be asking
21:17 What happens if we don't do this
23:55 Where does a change office or transformation office sit in this plan
26:29 Journey mapping
29:42 How stakeholder and journey maps help with communication
34:17 Team dynamics in change
39:40 The impact of COVID and change depending on privilege of workers
43:57 Unworkable work
47:57 Her templates
48:57 Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
By acknowledging and addressing the challenges of change fatigue, leaders and employees can work together towards a more engaged, efficient, and adaptable work environment. We encourage listeners to reflect on their own experiences with change fatigue and consider the strategies discussed in this episode to enhance resilience and drive meaningful change in their organizations. Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions, and join us in embracing adaptive challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.
#ChangeFatigue #AdaptiveLeadership #WorkplaceCulture #StrategicChange #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipDevelopment
Connect with Jenny
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/HintofMagic  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennymagic 
Twitter: www.twitter.com/JennyLMagic 
Book and Course: www.ChangeFatigue.com
Consulting: www.BuildBetterChange.com 
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