As a caring leader, you understand that promoting women into leadership roles creates a welcoming, innovative space with diverse viewpoints that enhance decision-making and organizational success. Kristen Palson, Chief Operating Officer of the Simmons University Institute for Inclusive Leadership, exemplifies this approach with nearly two decades of experience in strategic […]
Active listening and compassion are vital for understanding, morale, decision-making, and trust in leadership. In this episode, CEO Jon Fisher shares how a personal crisis taught him the importance of these qualities, helping him reconnect with his team. As CEO and Founder of miingl, Inc., Jon revolutionized digital networking with […]
In this episode, Heather chats with Jennifer Curtin, General Manager of The Beatrice, a boutique hotel in downtown Providence, Rhode Island. With nearly a decade of luxury hotel management experience, Jennifer shares her journey from her beginnings with Kimpton Hotels to her roles at the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa […]
In this podcast, we explore the transformative power of active listening, a skill that can significantly enhance both leadership and personal relationships. Host Heather Younger discusses how being fully present and empathetic to others’ emotions and intentions fosters trust, builds stronger connections, and inspires loyalty. Go to podcast/show page
In this podcast, we explore the transformative power of active listening, a skill that can significantly enhance both leadership and personal relationships. Host Heather Younger discusses how being fully present and empathetic to others’ emotions and intentions fosters trust, builds stronger connections, and inspires loyalty. Go to podcast/show page
In this podcast, we explore the transformative power of active listening, a skill that can significantly enhance both leadership and personal relationships. Host Heather Younger discusses how being fully present and empathetic to others’ emotions and intentions fosters trust, builds stronger connections, and inspires loyalty. Go to podcast/show page
In this episode, we explore the importance of active listening in the workplace with a compelling scenario between Heather and Gabriela. Heather initially assumes Gabriela’s tardiness is due to partying, only to learn that she has been working late from home. This revelation prompts a discussion on how assumptions and […]
In this episode, Heather explores the inevitability of change in organizations, whether it’s due to new technologies, team restructuring, or market shifts, and how to navigate it effectively through Change Management. Central to this approach is Caring Leadership, a leadership style that emphasizes empathy, support, and understanding. Whether facing organizational […]
In this episode Heather speaks with Brian Lord, President of Premiere Speakers Bureau, who shares profound insights on the relationship between wisdom and effective leadership. Emphasizing the importance of seeking wisdom as a foundational element for leadership, Lord underscores the value of curiosity and a continual openness to learning from […]
In this episode, Heather explores the critical role of Active Listening in managing organizational change. She highlights the challenges of change, including uncertainty and fear, and emphasizes that Active Listening goes beyond simply hearing to understanding emotions and perspectives. Research shows gender gaps in feeling heard at work and […]
In this podcast episode, we delve into strategies for employees facing the return-to-office mandate. Many workers are grappling with the sudden shift from remote to in-office work. Management and the company must learn how to handle this well because many employees are unhappy with this decision. We discuss three […]
In this insightful podcast episode, Anita Brikman, President and CEO of the Plasma Protein Therapeutics Association (PPTA), shares her compelling career journey bridging healthcare advocacy and association leadership. With a background as a news anchor and medical reporter, Anita discusses the transformative shift into healthcare associations, emphasizing the importance of […]
In this podcast, Heather introduces the concept of Caring Leadership and its impact on organizational success. She highlights the challenges faced by businesses due to employee disengagement and turnover, emphasizing the importance of leaders who genuinely care about their team members. Heather discusses findings from a study by her […]
In this podcast episode, Heather recounts her early inspiration from Reverend Jesse Jackson’s compelling speeches, sparking a desire to communicate with impact. Initially steering towards law, she discovered her passion for public speaking through feedback in mock trials. Transitioning through diverse career paths, Heather honed her skills, […]
