Real talk for leaders who are done with fluff.
Listen in for conversations that dive into what it really takes to lead with heart; leaders who lead through failure, gaslighting, unexpected crises, and the challenge of making change that actually lasts. From silent burnout to bold conversations, we explore how connection, courage, and curiosity shape stronger leadership.
If you're ready to grow, get real, and speak up, you're in the right place.
S2 E4 - Work Happy: Building Resilience Through Connection with Greg Kettner
When life throws its hardest challenges at us, how do we keep moving forward?
In this episode, I’m joined by Greg Kettner, founder of WorkHappy, to talk about resilience, connection, and why conversations matter more than we think. Greg opens up about losing his career and a beloved family member to suicide, and how those moments reshaped his purpose.
Together, we explore how staying connected, talking openly, and choosing to "work happy" can not only protect our mental health but also strengthen the way we show up as leaders, colleagues, and human beings.
This is an honest, heartfelt conversation about finding light in dark moments; it's a reminder that happiness at work (and in life) is built through connection.
20 Aug 2025
S2 E3 - Play. Connect. Grow. Communicate through Comedy!
What do laughter, leadership, and trust have in common? More than you think. In this episode, I sit down with Stefano Iaboni, founder of Smile Solution LLP, to explore how humor can be a powerful tool for breaking down barriers, building stronger teams, and making even the toughest conversations easier.
Originally from Italy, Stefano shares how his journey helped shape his mission to spark creativity and connection in the workplace. We talk about how laughter isn't just entertainment, it's emotional intelligence in action.
Whether you’re leading a team, presenting on stage, or just trying to show up more authentically, this episode will leave you smiling and thinking.
16 Jul 2025
S2 E2 - Silence isn't Golden - Confidence is
What if the key to a healthier workplace isn’t just speaking up, but also creating the safety to do so?
In this heartfelt and insightful conversation, Stephen Shedletzky (Shed) shares the deeply personal journey behind writing Speak Up Culture. We explore "radical candor" and "candor with care", how leaders can turn feedback into fuel (not fear), and why he believes people are inherently good.
We also dive into the “pickle theory,” Gretchen Rubin’s Four Tendencies, and how self-awareness can shift the way we listen, lead, and live. At the core is a belief that confident, compassionate communication is how we unlock their best.
If you’re ready to lead with courage and create real connection, this one’s for you.
18 Jun 2025
S2 E1 - Strangers on a Plane
The host shares a personal story about an emergency plane landing and how the shared experience transformed strangers into a supportive community, highlighting the importance of human connection in leadership.
30 May 2025
e10: Writing Forward - The Power of Connection in My Next Chapter
The episode explores the power of human connection and its impact on rebuilding communities, academic writing, and personal development, referencing academic research by Jordan and Lewis and Olshansky.
16 May 2025
e9: Team Work Makes the Dream Work
The host explores the impact of human connection and teamwork on academic writing, referencing Swales and Feak's work on co-authored teams to inform a literature review.
2 May 2025
e8: Setting Boundaries — Clear Expectations for Positive Results
The host discusses how setting boundaries and clear expectations, particularly in defining a research question for a literature review, guides mature learners toward more positive academic results.
18 Apr 2025
e7: My Literary Toolbox
The host discusses building a literary toolbox through academic writing, specifically focusing on the unexpected complexities of researching and writing a literature review.
4 Apr 2025
e6: Reader-Based Feedback — Feeling My Way Through
The host reflects on the transformative experience of academic writing, emphasizing the importance of reader-based feedback and staying focused while reviewing Fernsten and Reda's article.
16 Mar 2025
e5: Cultural Differences — How Can We Effectively Communicate?
An academic writer reflects on twelve years in a multicultural organization, considering how language and cultural experiences shape effective communication.
9 Mar 2025
e4: The Sharing Economy — Do Canadians Like to Share?
The episode explores the sharing economy in Canada, examining how Canadians engage with services like Uber and Airbnb and whether they embrace the collaborative consumption model; this is not an interview.
1 Mar 2025
e3: Human Connection — Positioning Myself as "Fair and Reasonable"
The host explores human connection as a catalyst for sustainability, drawing insights from academic research and personal reflection.
21 Feb 2025
e2: Writing is a Performance — A New Perspective!
Students explore academic writing as a performance, crafting a credible author persona to effectively communicate within their chosen discipline and to the general public.
14 Feb 2025
e1: Academic Mentorship — Support for a New Journey
The podcast host discusses academic mentorship and open educational practices, emphasizing how guidance from experienced mentors enriches understanding of academic integrity and research methods.
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