Mindful Management

Shenandoah Chefalo, 392006
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Welcome to Mindful Management, a podcast where we share skills, stories, and resources about organization wellness to help you foster a healthy and successful workplace culture. With your host Shenandoah Chefalo, we speak with thought leaders in the field about how they have made staff well-being a core component of their business strategies.

  1. Tiny Repairs, Big Results: Leading Through Micro Moments with Shenandoah Chefalo

    AUG 14

    Tiny Repairs, Big Results: Leading Through Micro Moments with Shenandoah Chefalo

    Leadership isn’t just about vision statements and strategic pivots, it’s lived out in the smallest, often overlooked moments of connection.In this episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo explores the power of “micro moments,” those brief, intentional interactions that can transform culture. Drawing on trauma-informed practice and her work with leaders across industries, Shen explains how these moments shape safety, trust, and engagement far more than formal policies ever could. What You’ll Learn: Why micro moments can have an outsized impact on culture and trust How to use everyday interactions to strengthen relationships and engagement The difference between “How are you doing?” and “How are you feeling?” and why it matters Practical, low-cost ways to acknowledge and validate team members’ contributions How to pause, notice, and repair when you miss a moment Why leaders don’t need to be perfect, just present Shenandoah Chefalo’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shenandoahchefalo/ Shenandoah Chefalo’s website:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/chefaloconsulting/ Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Shenandoah Chefalo is a trauma-informed leadership expert, award-winning author, and founder of Chefalo Consulting, where she designs transformational professional development and systems-change initiatives for organizations worldwide. With over 20 years of experience, she has helped schools, nonprofits, healthcare providers, and government agencies build cultures rooted in trust, safety, and resilience. A former foster youth and author of the memoir Garbage Bag Suitcase, Shen brings unmatched authenticity and lived expertise to every program she leads. In 2025, she released The Best Bunny, an illustrated children’s book guiding young readers through grief, loss, and healing. Her work has earned national recognition, including Corporate Vision’s 2025 Education & Training Awards for “Most Impactful Leadership Development Program – USA” and “Excellence in Social Impact Consulting.” Resources:Podcast Show Resources: Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah Chefalo Mindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    16 min
  2. The Retention Trap: How Investing in People Builds Resilient Companies with Mark Peters

    AUG 11

    The Retention Trap: How Investing in People Builds Resilient Companies with Mark Peters

    Employee retention may keep people in their seats, but it doesn’t guarantee they’ll thrive or that your company will.In this episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo sits down with Mark Peters, CEO of Butterball Farms and author of The Retention Trap, to challenge traditional thinking around retention and explore the deeper value of intentional talent investment.What You’ll Learn: Why retention as a metric can lead to ineffective problem-solving How to shift from employee stabilization to aspiration-driven investment The importance of leaders acting as “first movers” in culture change Why responsibility equals power and how that changes systems How investing in human capital creates resilience for companies and communities Practical ways to partner with community resources for employee development Mark Peter’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markpetersbutterball Mark Peter’s website: https://www.linkedin.com/company/butterball-farms-inc-/ The Retention Trap book site: https://www.theretentiontrap.com/ ‘The Source’ by Mark Peters: https://www.amazon.com/SOURCE-Mark-Peters/dp/1735895016/ Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Mark Peters is the CEO of Butterball Farms, Inc., recognized nationally as one of The Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® from 2018 to 2024. In 2003, he brought together a pioneering group of West Michigan CEOs and community leaders to create The SOURCE, a nonprofit that has helped hundreds of workers overcome challenges interfering with their jobs, delivering an average annual ROI of 200% to its partner organizations. An engaging speaker and storyteller, Mark has addressed TEDx and other audiences, sharing his vision for workplace cultures that invest in people. His new book, The Retention Trap: Stop Measuring Turnover, Start Measuring Talent Investment (Post Hill Press, June 3, 2025), builds on the foundation of his first book, The Source, offering a bold roadmap for shifting from retention metrics to meaningful talent development. Podcast Show Resources: Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah Chefalo Mindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    39 min
  3. From a Garbage Bag Suitcase to Global Advocate: Reflections on The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Trauma with Shenandoah Chefalo

    JUL 30

    From a Garbage Bag Suitcase to Global Advocate: Reflections on The Hidden Cost of Ignoring Trauma with Shenandoah Chefalo

    While experiencing trauma is often completely out of our control, healing from it is a choice you can make. In the latest episode of Mindful Management, host and Founder & Lead Workforce Transformation Strategist at Chefalo Consulting, Shenandoah Chefalo shares her powerful, personal and inspiring story, highlighting why trauma-informed leadership isn't just a buzzword, but a transformative approach to organizational culture. What You'll Learn: How unaddressed trauma and grief impact workplace culture, trust, and organizational effectiveness Why creating trauma-informed workplaces need to go beyond policies to focus on human connection and safety The connection between childhood experiences and adult workplace behaviors How to build organizational cultures that promote healing instead of hiding Why small, consistent choices in leadership can create transformative change How embedding safety, kindness, and accountability creates lasting transformation The critical role of authenticity and vulnerability in effective leadership How to move beyond survival to create meaningful systemic change Shenandoah Chefalo is the founder of Chefalo Consulting and host of the Mindful Management podcast, specializing in trauma-informed organizational change and leadership development. As an expert in creating wellness-centered workplace cultures, she helps organizations implement sustainable practices that prevent burnout and foster resilience. Drawing from her extensive experience in human services and organizational transformation, Shenandoah provides practical strategies for leaders to build psychologically safe environments that prioritize both productivity and employee wellbeing. Through her work, she has developed innovative approaches to workplace wellness that bridge the gap between organizational performance and individual health, making her insights particularly valuable for leaders seeking to create lasting positive change in their organizations.Resources: Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Shen’s New Book, ‘The Best Bunny’: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Burnout Prevention Plan Kit: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/product-page/self-care-planning-kit   Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    14 min
  4. The Art of Leading with Effective Communication and Emotional Safety with Steven Gaffney

    JUL 23

    The Art of Leading with Effective Communication and Emotional Safety with Steven Gaffney

    Every authentic and effective leader knows the importance of understanding their team and creating a safe space for them to thrive.In this profound episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo joins leadership expert Steven Gaffney to explore the core of effective and strategic communication in the workplace.What You’ll Learn: How to resolve conflicts and address unspoken issues Why it is essential to challenge workplace assumptions and work with the curiosity mindset How to keep the remote work environment effective The power of “Daily Huddle” in driving team success. The six essential types of meetings that guarantee results  Why emotional safety is important in building a high-performing team Steven Gaffney is a renowned expert in leadership excellence and building high-achieving teams, serving as the founder of the Steven Gaffney Company. With over thirty years of experience, he has worked with prestigious organizations including Amazon, Marriott, and NASA, helping them develop effective leadership and communication strategies. Gaffney is the author of several books on leadership and team success, including his latest work "Unconditional Power: Thriving in Any Situation No Matter How Frustrating, Complex, or Unpredictable." As a thought leader in organizational communication and team dynamics, he brings valuable insights from his extensive research on remote work and team effectiveness, particularly focusing on creating emotional safety and fostering honest communication in the workplace. His practical approach to resolving workplace challenges and building thriving teams has made him a trusted advisor to organizations ranging from corporate giants to military institutions.Resources: Steven Gaffney’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevengaffneycompany Steven Gaffney’s website: https://stevengaffney.com/ ‘Unconditional Power’ by Steven Gaffney: http://unconditionalpowerbook.com/ ‘Just Be Honest: Authentic Communication Strategies That Gets Results and Last A Lifetime’ by Steven Gaffney: https://www.amazon.com/Just-Honest-Authentic-Communication-Strategies/dp/0971537712 Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    45 min
  5. The Strategies to Cure A Global Epidemic: Identifying, Acknowledging and Healing Burnout with Shenandoah Chefalo

    JUL 16

    The Strategies to Cure A Global Epidemic: Identifying, Acknowledging and Healing Burnout with Shenandoah Chefalo

    A silent epidemic is slowly (but surely) infecting the world: Burnout. So identifying, acknowledging and healing it is going to take some focused and disruptive thinking. Tune into the latest episode of Mindful Management, as host, Shenandoah Chefalo flies solo to unpack the key strategies, for leaders and professionals alike, to navigate burnout and enable healing at the systemic level. What You'll Learn: How to identify true burnout through its three core components: emotional exhaustion, depersonalization, and diminished sense of accomplishment Why rest must be normalized without guilt and how leaders can model healthy boundary-setting The power of micro-moments for building workplace connection and trust How to recenter organizational purpose to shift focus from endless productivity to values-aligned actions Why trauma-informed supervision matters and how to replace deficit-based thinking with asset-based approaches The practical steps to interrupt your own burnout cycle through energy auditing and intentional meeting practices How to pair your "to-do" list with a "to-be" list for more meaningful work engagement Shenandoah Chefalo is the founder of Chefalo Consulting and host of the Mindful Management podcast, specializing in trauma-informed organizational change and leadership development. As an expert in creating wellness-centered workplace cultures, she helps organizations implement sustainable practices that prevent burnout and foster resilience. Drawing from her extensive experience in human services and organizational transformation, Shenandoah provides practical strategies for leaders to build psychologically safe environments that prioritize both productivity and employee wellbeing. Through her work, she has developed innovative approaches to workplace wellness that bridge the gap between organizational performance and individual health, making her insights particularly valuable for leaders seeking to create lasting positive change in their organizations.Resources: Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Burnout Prevention Plan Kit: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/product-page/self-care-planning-kit   Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    22 min
  6. How Mindful Communication Can Save Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace with Chuck Wisner

    JUL 9

    How Mindful Communication Can Save Employee Wellbeing in the Workplace with Chuck Wisner

    In today’s day and age, auto-pilot like communication styles have taken over every inch of the office floor, leading to a massive disconnect, hindering employee well being in the long run. The solution? This episode of Mindful Management explores just that, as host Shenandoah Chefalo welcomes Chuck Wisner, a seasoned advisor and author of ‘The Art of Conscious Conversations,’ for a thought-provoking deep dive into the power of conscious conversations in organizational leadership. What You'll Learn: How to create psychological safety for authentic dialogue in professional settings Why storytelling shapes our communication patterns and how to become aware of unconscious biases How to recognize and process the gap between private thoughts and public conversations The framework for breaking out of autopilot communication responses in high-pressure situations How to navigate the disconnect between what we say and what others actually hear The "Four Archetypal Questions" method for opening up more vulnerable and authentic dialogue Why conscious communication requires balancing our need for answers with a love for questions How to transform negative internal dialogue into constructive external communication How to create psychological safety for authentic dialogue in professional settings Chuck Wisner is a seasoned advisor, coach, and author with over thirty years of experience in communication, human dynamics, and leadership excellence, having worked extensively with Fortune 200 leaders and their teams, helping them to unlock better ways of interacting and communicating in high-pressure environments. As a senior mediator affiliated with the Harvard Mediation Program and contributor to the MIT Center for Organizational Learning, Wisner brings a unique perspective to organizational communication and conscious conversation. His book, "The Art of Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact," explores the tools and practices needed to enhance professional and personal communications. Drawing from his extensive experience in mediation and leadership development, Wisner helps organizations and leaders understand the hidden dialogue that shapes communication patterns and provides practical strategies for fostering more mindful, conscious conversations in the workplace.Resources: Chuck Wisner’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chuckwisner  Chuck Wisner’s Website: https://www.chuckwisner.com/   ‘The Art of Conscious Conversations’ by Chuck Wisner: https://www.chuckwisner.com/book  Book he recommended: “A Brief History of Everything” by Ken Wilber: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/40363634-a-brief-history-of-everything  "Sapiens" by Yuval Noah Harari: https://www.ynharari.com/book/sapiens-2/  "Nexus" by Yuval Noah Harari: https://www.ynharari.com/book/nexus/  "On Writing" by Stephen King: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/10569.On_Writing  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    43 min
  7. Why “Love” Belongs in Your Leadership Playbook, The Workplace and Everywhere in Between with Kelly Hall

    JUL 2

    Why “Love” Belongs in Your Leadership Playbook, The Workplace and Everywhere in Between with Kelly Hall

    When you think of the workplace, what emotions come to mind? It’s probably a vast spectrum of everything from joy to frustration, but the word “love” hardly ever makes it to the list. This enlightening episode of Mindful Management is here to change our minds. In the latest conversation, host Shenandoah Chefalo sits down with Kelly Hall, Founder of Live L.A.R.G.E LLC and author of "Love Works", to explore how love can be a powerful disruptor in workplace culture.What You'll Learn: The enrollment-based leadership approach to empowering employees The Three Pillars Framework for building trust: trading places, emotions as information, and trust restoration Why implementing love-driven leadership requires moving from hierarchical to flat organizational structures How to create psychological safety by allowing authentic emotional expression in the workplace The Empowerment Dynamic method for transforming a workplace from toxic to collaborative How to balance love-centered leadership with performance expectations and business outcomes The importance of slowing down to build genuine connections while maintaining prodcutivity With over thirty years of experience leading diverse teams across the globe, Kelly Hall is the visionary founder of Live L.A.R.G.E LLC and author of "Love Works: Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity." Her specialty lies in transforming corporate climates into flourishing, innovative environments through love-driven leadership practices. Through her career, Hall has pioneered approaches to building award-winning company cultures, particularly focusing on creating self-directed work environments and fostering authentic leadership styles. Resources: Kelly Hall’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-hall-0a23a11/  Kelly Hall’s Website: https://kellywinegardenhall.com/  "Love Works: Transforming the Workplace with Purpose and Authenticity" by Kelly Hall: https://kellywinegardenhall.com/books/love-works/  Book she recommended:"The Empowerment Dynamic" by David Emerald: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/8418931-the-power-of-ted  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    47 min
  8. The Key Strategies That Make “The Good Stuff” Come Out In The Workplace with Rachael Kelly

    JUN 25

    The Key Strategies That Make “The Good Stuff” Come Out In The Workplace with Rachael Kelly

    In the AI-driven, economically volatile world of today, one thing is clear - we are all, mostly, in a permanent fight-or-flight mode. And, a workplace cannot thrive in this state. It takes radical empathy, unending patience, and key strategies to reset organizational culture and, as a result,  its people. In this thought-provoking episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo welcomes Rachael Kelly, visionary HR leader and Founder & CEO, Lead Consultant at HiveSmart Consulting, to explore how leaders can build psychologically safe workplaces while driving results.What You'll Learn: How to lead by prioritizing human connection over task completion Why investing time in emotional safety produces better business outcomes The "Brain Capital" framework to enhance team innovation and performance How to establish and maintain healthy boundaries while fostering psychological safety in politically charged environments Why addressing toxic behavior quickly is crucial for maintaining cultural health and team performance How to embed wellness practices into daily operations without sacrificing efficiency The critical importance of authenticity in leadership, while growing How to create structured repair processes that build trust and psychological safety after conflict Rachel Kelly is a visionary HR leader and the Founder, CEO of HiveSmart Consulting and HiveStrong, bringing over two decades of experience in scaling organizations for both financial and social impact. With expertise in strategic planning, team development, and organizational culture enhancement, she has emerged as a transformative force in creating healthy workplace environments. Her entrepreneurial approach combines practical HR solutions with a deep understanding of trauma-informed leadership, helping organizations build resilient teams and nurture award-winning workplace cultures. Resources: Rachael Kelly’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-kelly-7452194?trk=public_post_feed-actor-image  HiveSmart Consulting Website: https://www.hivesmartllc.com/about  Shows she recommended:The Pitt on HBO: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31938062/  Shen’s New Book: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/best-bunny Get in touch with Shen: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/contact  Have us talk at your event: https://www.chefaloconsulting.com/speaking-events  Podcast Show Resources:Garbage Bag Suitcase by Shenandoah ChefaloMindful Management: Creating a Trauma-Informed Work Environment is handcrafted by our friends over at: fame.so

    37 min
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Welcome to Mindful Management, a podcast where we share skills, stories, and resources about organization wellness to help you foster a healthy and successful workplace culture. With your host Shenandoah Chefalo, we speak with thought leaders in the field about how they have made staff well-being a core component of their business strategies.

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  • Creator
    Shenandoah Chefalo, 392006
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Shenandoah Chefalo
  • Show Website
    Mindful Management