Resilient Voices - In Leadership & Life

Jessica Schultz
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Resilient Voices – In Leadership & Life is a podcast about resilient leadership when change is hard. Hosted by Jessica Schultz, the show features honest conversations with women and men who’ve faced real leadership pressure—burnout risk, loss, reinvention, and high-stakes transitions. You won’t find polished “overnight success” stories. Instead, you’ll hear grounded turning points and the behaviours, decisions, and practices leaders use to move forward with intention, integrity, and courage. Whether you’re leading a team, rebuilding after setbacks, or trying to protect your energy and effectiveness under pressure—this is for you. Real stories. Human leadership. True resilience.

  1. Oct 23

    From Shame to Self-Leadership: Emilies Healing Journey

    In this powerful episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, Jessica sits down with Emilie Sickinghe — a social impact leader turned healer — to explore her raw and transformative journey through bulimia, ADHD, shame, and self-discovery. Emilie shares how she learned to look beyond symptoms and diagnoses to uncover the root causes of her struggles, and how healing became a deep inner journey guided by self-love, soul, and heart-centered leadership. Together, they unpack how societal norms pathologize pain, how transgenerational trauma shapes our patterns, and why true healing — and true leadership — begins with radical self-compassion and authenticity. This conversation is an invitation to stop asking "what's wrong with me?" and start asking "what happened, and what wants to heal?" 💛 If you've ever felt labeled, broken, or disconnected from yourself — this episode will remind you: you are not that, and you can heal fully. Connect with Emilie Sickinghe: On Instagram @the.womans.way www.emiliesickinghe.com Connect with Jessica Schultz: https://linktr.ee/jessica.succesum Free Resource: Download The Resilient Leader Guide The Resilience Kit If this episode resonated with you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it today.

  2. Oct 9

    From Street Leadership to Self-Leadership: The Battle No One Prepares You For

    From Commanding the Streets to Leading Myself: What Marc's Body Taught Him About Real Resilience 20 years on the front lines of the LAPD. Decades of leading through chaos, crisis, and command. Then one day, Marc's own body staged the hardest leadership test of his life — an autoimmune diagnosis that forced him to lead himself before he could lead anyone else. In this raw, unfiltered episode, Marc Hildebrand shares his journey from commanding the streets to confronting the one person he never trained to lead: himself. 🎙️ In this episode, we explore: ⚡ What 20 years in law enforcement taught Marc about leadership under pressure ⚡ The autoimmune diagnosis that changed everything ⚡ Why leading yourself is harder than leading a team ⚡ The connection between fatherhood, identity, and resilience ⚡ How Marc built High Impact Mastery Academy from personal transformation ⚡ What real resilience looks like when your body won't cooperate with your plans Quote from the episode: "I could command a team through chaos. But the hardest leadership test I ever faced was learning to lead myself." Connect with Marc: https://www.modernleadership.us/  Listen to more episodes of Resilient Voices: https://reslientvoices.podbean.com/  Connect with Jessica Schultz: https://linktr.ee/jessica.succesum Free Resource: Download The Resilient Leader Guide https://resilience-reset-kit.lovable.app If this episode resonated with you, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it today. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Mark's Resilience Journey 00:55 Resilience in Family and Health 01:28 Facing the Health Crisis of a Premature Birth 02:56 The Turning Point in Personal Health 04:10 The Power of Self-Leadership 08:00 The Role of Perspective in Resilience 12:09 Setting Boundaries and Saying No 16:30 Living with Intention and Purpose 20:04 Tools for Micro Moments of Resilience 29:47 The Power of Choice and Control 39:57 Managing Emotions and Stress 49:58 Creating a Resilient Environment

  3. Sep 25

    When Your Body Screams: A Burnout Story + Resilience Reset Kit

    Resilience Voices episode 41 (Special Edition): My Burnout Breakthrough + The Resilience Reset Kit In this episode of Resilience Voices, host Jessica Schultz steps in with a solo share—because sometimes life pauses the plan… and forces you to listen. Today isn’t an interview. It’s a personal short story from Jessica’s own experience with burnout—including the “high-functioning” signs she ignored for too long, the moment she realised her body wasn’t giving advice… it was sending an alarm, and what helped her return to herself. Because recovery isn’t just about pushing less. It’s about learning how to reset your nervous system, calm the mind, and rebuild your energy with tools that actually work in real life. And that’s where The Resilience Reset Kit comes in. The Resilience Reset Kit includes four guided meditations and breathing practices to calm your mind, restore your energy, and bring you back to yourself. Get access to the kit here: Get access here If you’re a high achiever who’s been running on stress, pushing through, or feeling depleted but still “functional,” this episode is your reminder: you don’t have to wait until you break to choose support. ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz—business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly, we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation—and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

  4. Sep 11

    Resilient Voices Podcast #40 "You Are Not Stuck. You Are Patterned"

    "You Are Not Stuck. You Are Patterned."  Rewiring Limiting Beliefs, Reclaiming Resilience with Katherine Flechaus In this episode of Resilient Voices, host Jessica Schultz sits down with Katherine Flechaus - a mental health and behavioural change expert with over 30 years of experience - to explore what it really takes to break old patterns and step into lasting change. Katherine shares her own journey through burnout, career reinvention, and self-discovery, revealing how the beliefs we don't even know we're carrying often drive the reactions we can't seem to control. Together, Jessica and Katherine unpack why self-awareness — not willpower — is the true starting point for transformation, and why it's never too late to rewire the patterns keeping you stuck. This conversation is a masterclass in resilience: from recognising early body signals of stress, to using curiosity instead of judgment, to redefining what success and self-worth actually mean. Whether you're navigating burnout, questioning old beliefs, or simply craving a more aligned way of living — this episode will meet you exactly where you are.  "Change is always possible at any age." — Katherine Flechaus  In this episode we talk about,  Why change is always possible — regardless of age, career stage, or circumstances How self-awareness, not force, is the true first step toward transformation The hidden role limiting beliefs play in driving reactive behavior Why small, consistent shifts create more lasting change than dramatic overhauls How curiosity and playfulness dissolve resistance to growth Why naming your feelings is essential for emotional regulation How to recognize body signals as early warning signs of burnout Why responsibility and accountability are forms of personal power — not blame KEY TOPICS COVERED Katherine's personal journey through burnout and reinvention Understanding and challenging limiting beliefs The role of self-awareness in sustainable growth Strategies for managing reactive behaviors and emotional responses The power of curiosity and playfulness in the change process How societal messages shape our self-worth and definition of success What it actually takes to make change stick The importance of self-compassion and grace throughout transformation 🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

  5. Aug 14

    From Teacher to CEO: Resilience, Risk & Reinvention

    From Teacher to Entrepreneur: Sara Riedel's Resilience Journey What does it take to leave everything you know — and build something entirely your own? In this episode of Resilient Voices, Jessica Schultz sits down with Sara Riedel, founder of the Kala Leadership Collective, for an honest and deeply inspiring conversation about resilience, reinvention, and the courage it takes to bet on yourself. Sara's journey is anything but linear. From her roots as a teacher, to a career in pharma, through restructuring, personal loss, and caregiving for aging parents — Sara shares how each challenge became a stepping stone to building a life and business aligned with her values. 💡 IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL DISCOVER: How Sara transitioned from teaching to pharma — and eventually to entrepreneurship  What it really feels like to face redundancy and uncertainty — and how to move through it  Why community and relationships are the foundation of resilience How caring for aging parents shaped her leadership and self-awareness  Practical tools for self-care when life feels overwhelming How to overcome imposter syndrome and own your impact Why there is never a perfect time — and why that's actually good news KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Build a support network of people who genuinely believe in you Practice small acts of courage regularly — they compound over time Prioritise self-care even — especially — during your most stressful seasons There is no perfect time to make big decisions. Start anyway. 🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

  6. Jul 31

    Resilient Voices #38 From Global HR leader to Conscious Leadership

    In this episode of Resilient Voices, Jessica Schultz interviews Rochelle Trow, a global people leader and author, about building resilience through inner clarity, understanding the body, and redefining success. Rochelle shares her personal journey of transformation, insights on leadership, and practical strategies to foster resilience in a fast-paced world. This inspiring episode shines light on personal growth, mental health, organisational change, and sustainable leadership. Key  topics - Rochelle Trow's personal resilience journey - The importance of understanding the body in resilience - Reframing self-beliefs and identity - Organisational structures and their impact on resilience - The role of fear and decision-making in leadership - Practical strategies for resilience and self-care - The influence of organisational culture on well-being - The power of micro habits and continuous chang "Who am I beyond the job title?" "Your body will tell you first before your mind." "Fear is a smoke alarm, not a fire." Resources The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer  Bessel van der Kolk's The Body Keeps the Score  Gabor Mate's books  Rochelle Trow's Book: Anchored  Connect with Rochelle here:  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/executivecoachhr/ Website: https://www.rochelletrow.com/ 🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

  7. Jul 17

    Resilient Voices #37 From Born Dead to Olympic Record Breaker: Mikael Avatar's Journey

    In this episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, Mikael Avatar Stjernvall shares his extraordinary journey from being born dead to becoming a record-breaking athlete and transformational coach. Discover how mindset, resilience, and small daily actions can lead to profound life changes. "Repetition and consistency are key to mastery." Key topics:   • Mikael Avatar's extraordinary birth and early life   • The impact of upbringing and cultural influences   • The mindset of resilience and overcoming adversity   • The importance of small daily actions and repetition   • The role of authenticity and living in the present   • Lessons from Olympic training and world record achievement   • The significance of inner peace and happiness   • The influence of Thai culture on personal growth   • Practical steps for personal transformation   • The ripple effect of positive actions on others Takeaways   • Small daily actions can create profound life changes.   • Repetition and consistency are key to mastering new skills.   • Your mindset and perspective shape your reality.   • Authenticity and living in the present bring inner peace.   • Overcoming adversity builds resilience and strength.   • The power of visualization and mental training.   • Every scar and challenge contributes to personal growth.   • Living authentically in Thailand offers unique freedom.   • The importance of smiling and positivity in daily life.   • Impacting others positively starts with self-awareness. Connect with Mikael here:  Instagram: instagram.com/mikaelavatar (Reels & Videos)   LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mikaelavatar   TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mikaelavatar YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MikaelAvatarStjernvall   Facebook: facebook.com/mikaelavatarstjernvall   🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business coach and leadership advisor with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who have faced challenge, change, and transformation — and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz: LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership

  8. Jul 3

    Resilient Voices Podcast #36 Building Audacity for Entrepreneurial Success

    What if your next breakthrough started with the decision to keep going? In this episode of Resilient Voices Podcast, host Jessica Schultz speaks with Mireia Paino, an oceanography student turned successful online business strategist. Mireia shares her inspiring journey of resilience, from overcoming challenges and rejection to building stronger self-esteem through action and self-awareness. Together, they explore the role of audacity(especially asking for what you deserve), and how mindset shifts can turn fear and imposter syndrome into fuel. This is a conversation about what resilience really looks like - and how to build confidence that lasts, step by step.     🎙️ IN THIS EPISODE WE EXPLORE: → Resilience as a promise to oneself —and why it changes how you show up   → Mireia’s journey from oceanography to entrepreneurship → How to overcome fear and imposter syndrome (even when things get hard)   → Building self-esteem through action and honest self-reflection   → Why audacity matters—especially when you’re asking for what you deserve   → How vision boards and visualisation support goal achievement   → The mindset shift from “what if it fails?” to “what’s my next brave step?”   → Practical ways to transform challenges into sustainable personal growth   ---  👤 ABOUT MIREIA PAINO Mireia Paíno is a business strategist for online service-based entrepreneurs and coaches. 🔗 Connect with Mireia:   Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/mireiapaino/  🎙️ ABOUT RESILIENT VOICES Resilient Voices is hosted by Jessica Schultz —business & executive coach and leadership advisro with 20+ years of experience. Bi-weekly we bring you honest, unfiltered conversations with leaders and professionals who’ve faced challenge, change, and transformation—and chosen to move forward with intention and integrity. 🔔 subscribe so you never miss an episode. 👉 Want to be a guest on Resilient Voices? Visit: succesumleadership.com/resilient-voices-1 🔗 Connect with Jessica Schultz:   - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicaschultzleadership/   - Website: succesumleadership.com

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Resilient Voices – In Leadership & Life is a podcast about resilient leadership when change is hard. Hosted by Jessica Schultz, the show features honest conversations with women and men who’ve faced real leadership pressure—burnout risk, loss, reinvention, and high-stakes transitions. You won’t find polished “overnight success” stories. Instead, you’ll hear grounded turning points and the behaviours, decisions, and practices leaders use to move forward with intention, integrity, and courage. Whether you’re leading a team, rebuilding after setbacks, or trying to protect your energy and effectiveness under pressure—this is for you. Real stories. Human leadership. True resilience.

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