The Meaningful Revolution Shawn Buttner

In this mini episode of the Meaningful Revolution podcast, host Shawn Buttner discusses the importance of prioritizing quality over quantity, particularly for content creators.

He shares his personal experience of facing a creative rut while working on an upcoming episode featuring Dan Gomer and how this led to a significant delay. Shawn emphasizes the value of maintaining a performance edge and finding joy in the creative process. He also encourages listeners to assess areas in their lives where they may feel disengaged and to seek ways to re-ignite their passion and purpose.

Episodes & Show Notes:
https://www.shawnbuttner.com/podcasts/the-meaningful-revolution/

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In this episode of the Meaningful Revolution podcast, host Shawn Buttner explores how to get things done without formal authority by leveraging clarity. Shawn shares insights from his experience working on an international project in Japan, where he navigated significant miscommunications and frustrations among various teams. He outlines five key questions to help gain informal influence and impact: defining the ideal vision, aligning your values with the vision, determining how to show up, identifying role models, and finding ways to leave things better than you found them. The episode emphasizes the importance of clarity in influencing others and achieving goals, even in the absence of formal power.

Key Points:

The Importance of Clarity in Leadership
A Real-Life Example: Navigating Miscommunication in Japan
Key Takeaways from the Japan Experience
Five Questions to Gain Clarity and Influence
Conclusion: The Power of Clarity in Leadership

Episodes & Show Notes:
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In this episode of The Meaningful Revolution, we talk with guest Leroy Slanzi, a principal and advocate for emotional intelligence in education. We discuss the challenges and shifts in the educational landscape, focusing on the critical role of emotional intelligence and how it's been successfully implemented in schools to manage change and improve student behavior and learning. 

Key Points:


How to lead in a tricky emotional landscape
Implementing change in an organization 
Developing core competencies that are always needed
How environment can impact organizational health and outcomes

Bio:
Born and raised in a small town in the interior of British Columbia, Canada. Leroy was influenced early on by many teachers that helped him develop a deep appreciation for the power of education in shaping student’s lives. With over 25 years of experience in the field of education as a Special Education Teacher, Classroom Teacher and a Principal, Leroy has made a significant impact on the lives of countless students, parents, and educators. Leroy’s leadership style is characterized by a strong emphasis on relationships, collaboration, communication, and trust-building. He believes that by fostering a positive and supportive school culture, students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Under Leroy’s guidance, schools have implemented innovative programs that cater to the diverse needs of all students, which has ensured an inclusive and equitable learning environment for all.

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https://leroyslanzi.com/product/emotional-schools/

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In this episode of the Meaningful Revolution Podcast, we talk with with Mandy Schaniel, a retired ZipRecruiter.com executive and author of 'Faith Over Fear: How to Adopt a Success Mindset'. We discuss the essentials of personal and professional leadership, overcoming self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the importance of mindset and self-awareness.

Mandy shares her journey from an executive role at ZipRecruiter to becoming a full-time author and mom, emphasizing how pivotal self-leadership and understanding one's 'why' are in achieving fulfillment and success.

Key Points:

Why Imposter Syndrome Happens, And What To Do About It
How to Embrace Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Why Leaders Need Self-Awareness
Why We Need To Know The WHY As Leaders

Bio:
Mandy Schaniel is the CEO and Founder of Schaniel Consulting Inc and the Award-Winning Author of Faith Over Fear: How to Adopt a Success Mindset. As a retired startup executive at companies like ZipRecruiter.com, she’s on a mission to share the lessons she learned about achieving success and fulfillment with the world. Part of that mission is demonstrating the importance of giving back by donating 10% of the proceeds from her book to nonprofit organizations such as Cancer Research Institute, Children’s Hospital of Orange County, and The Wounded Warrior Project.

Follow up with Mandy:

https://www.mandyschaniel.com/book https://www.linkedin.com/in/mandyschaniel/
https://www.instagram.com/mandyschaniel/
https://www.facebook.com/mandyschaniel

Episodes & Show Notes:
https://www.shawnbuttner.com/podcasts/the-meaningful-revolution/episodes/2148608500

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This episode of 'The Meaningful Revolution' features Joanna Kleinman discussing how the inner critic can prevent individuals from leading their personal meaningful revolutions.

The discussion explores the importance of recognizing and managing the inner critic to allow one's authentic self to emerge. Kleinman shares her personal experiences with her inner critic, particularly around writing her book, and highlights the persistent nature of the inner critic in challenging situations.

We talk about the 'never ending message' that underpins the inner critic, common themes in people's inner critic messages, and the impact of societal narratives on self-perception.

 Key Points:


How is your inner critic preventing you from leading your personal meaningful revolution?
Why do we need to LEAD our Personal Meaningful Revolutions
How is the inner critic helpful? 

Bio:
Joanna Kleinman is a renowned psychotherapist, Leadership Coach, best-selling Author, and CEO of Dethroning Your Inner Critic, a prominent personal and professional growth and development company. She is the mastermind behind The M.I.N.D Method™, an innovative blend of psychology, science, metacognition, and nervous system regulation, which has empowered countless individuals and organizations globally. Notable clients include Microsoft, Sanofi Healthcare, NFL Films, Nestle, Nike, and Lendlease Australia.

Joanna's groundbreaking insights are shared in her #1 best-selling book, "Dethroning Your Inner Critic," which has garnered widespread acclaim with thousands of copies sold. Her influential podcast, "Dethroning Your Inner Critic," ranks among the top 20% of podcasts worldwide. Her online Development program, Mastering Your M.I.N.D™, fosters the essential internal transformation needed to align you with your highest potential.

She has been featured on esteemed national platforms such as Good Morning America and The Doctors, establishing herself as a catalyst for transformation and a beacon of guidance for individuals seeking purpose and passion in every facet of their lives.

Follow up with Joanna:

https://www.instagram.com/dethroningyourinnercritic/
DethroningYourInnerCritic.com
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCaZzP06FkPbmodDkOzOVj-A
https://www.facebook.com/DethroningYourInnerCritic/

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In this episode of the Meaningful Revolution podcast, host Shawn Buttner welcomes Scott D'Amico to explore the critical relationship between communication and leadership. They discuss the essence of leading with a service mindset, various interpretations of leadership beyond formal roles, and the distinction between managers and leaders. The conversation covers personal stories of leadership development, including Scott's transition from a high school teacher to a leader in the adult education and training space. They delve into the importance of self-awareness, asking the right questions, and the impact of artificial intelligence on communication and coaching. The episode emphasizes how effective leadership and communication skills are vital not just professionally but across all facets of life, and how stepping into leadership roles can significantly contribute to personal growth and societal impact.

Key Points:

Scott D'Amico was a guest on the Meaningful Revolution podcast, hosted by Shawn Buttner.
They discussed communication and leadership, particularly the importance of these skills when leading meaningful change.
D'Amico defines leadership as helping those around you improve, whether that's in a formal or informal setting.
He emphasizes the difference between a leader and a manager, stating that leaders inspire others to follow them.
D'Amico's background in teaching helped him develop crucial skills in communication and motivation, which he later applied in his sales career.
He stresses the importance of self-awareness in communication, suggesting that leaders should consider how their messages might be received and how others respond to them.
D'Amico believes that great leaders are selfless, accessible, and excellent communicators. They understand that their role is to help their team succeed.
He suggests exercises for improving communication, such as reviewing sent emails and considering the recipient's perspective, paying attention to others' responses and body language, and recording presentations for self-review.
In his current role as the president of Communispond, a global communication skills training company, D'Amico continually refines his communication skills and emphasizes the importance of practicing what they teach.

Bio:
Scott D’Amico is the President of Communispond, a renowned global leader in communication skills training. In this role, Scott provides leadership for the sales, marketing, product, and logistics functions. Additionally, he serves as the host of the top-rated business management podcast, Communicast. With over two decades of experience in sales and leadership within the education and training sector, Scott is a true lifelong learner.

Follow up with Scott:

www.linkedin.com/in/scottdamico
www.linkedin.com/company/communispond

Episodes & Show Notes:
https://www.shawnbuttner.com/podcasts/the-meaningful-revolution/

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