Evolve: A New Era of Leadership Carolyn Swora

In this episode of Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, I'm joined by Karin Hurt, a distinguished leadership expert and the co-author of "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict." Karin shares her profound insights on navigating conflicts in the workplace and fostering human-centered leadership.


Karin Hurt helps leaders find clarity in uncertainty, drive innovation, and achieve breakthrough results. She’s the founder and CEO of Let’s Grow Leaders, a global leadership development and training firm known for practical tools and programs that make a lasting impact.


She’s an award-winning author of multiple books, including her latest work with David Dye, "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict." A former Verizon Wireless executive, Karin was named to Inc. Magazine’s list of great leadership speakers. Together with her husband and business partner, David Dye, they run their philanthropic initiative, Winning Wells – building clean water wells for the people of Cambodia.


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Conflict as Opportunity: Karin discusses how workplace conflicts, if managed well, can lead to greater understanding and innovation. She emphasizes the potential within conflicts to propel organizations forward. 🔄


Human-Centered Leadership: Exploring Karin’s approach in nurturing leaders who prioritize empathy and understanding in their leadership style, aligning closely with modern organizational needs. 🧠


Practical Leadership Tools: The conversation dives into specific strategies and phrases from Karin's new book, designed to equip leaders with the skills to handle conflict effectively. 📚


Leadership Across Borders: Insights into how Karin’s global perspective on leadership training shapes more inclusive and effective leadership practices, catering to diverse workplace environments. 🌍


The Synergy of Personal and Professional Growth: Karin shares her personal story of growth alongside her partner, highlighting how personal relationships can influence and enhance professional endeavors. 💼

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
03:38 What inspired Karin to get into leadership development
05:45 What has changed for her regarding dealing with conflict in the workplace
08:34 About her writing partner
11:47 Why leaders need to buy this book right now
16:28 What if we can't get one of the four C's
21:51 Advice people would give their former self if faced with the same conflict they have faced before
22:33 The feedback she is getting from early readers or people who have gone through her workshop and been exposed to these tools
28:31 How this book works with my book and navigating conflict while also navigating trauma informed leadership
33:33 Generational differences in perspectives on workplace conflict and how to deal with it
35:58 How long it takes to move through the discomfort and recognize when that discomfort or awkwardness is ok
37:36 Are there differences in how to handle smaller conflicts versus ones that have inflated
42:22 How to preorder the book
44:23 Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
This episode with Karin Hurt deepens our understanding of leadership in the context of conflict and change, providing a comprehensive framework for leaders to create environments that value empathy, resilience, and adaptability. Karin’s experience and insights offer invaluable lessons for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills in increasingly complex workplace environments.
We encourage listeners to think about how the principles discussed can be applied in their own leadership situations, promoting growth and innovation within their teams.
#LeadershipDevelopment #HumanCenteredLeadership #ConflictResolution #TeamDynamics #StrategicThinking

Connect with Karin
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karinbhurt/
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/letsgrowleaders 
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In this episode, I’m joined by Pete Steinberg, a leadership and innovation expert with a notable background in sports coaching and corporate leadership development. Pete shares his unique perspective on the symbiotic relationship between coaching world cup rugby and the dynamic realm of corporate management.
Drawing on his extensive experience, including coaching the USA women’s rugby team in two World Cups and the Rio Olympics, Pete illustrates the critical lessons that rugby can teach us about leadership in the business world. Our conversation delves into his book, "Leadership Shock," where Pete outlines his innovative approach to leadership that challenges conventional norms and offers new strategies to adapt to the rapidly changing business landscape.
Pete Steinberg is a leadership and innovation expert with extensive experience consulting with top Fortune 500 professionals. He also has more than 20 years of experience as an elite rugby coach, coaching the USA Women’s Rugby Team at two World Cups and the Rio Olympics.
As a former U.S., international, and Olympic sports coach and commentator for major outlets such as CBS, ESPN, and Fox Sports, Pete has a track record of bringing teams to victory. He has won 11 National Championships with the Penn State Women, MARFU Men, and Temple Women rugby teams. He has also worked with the Men’s Eagles and other age-grade programs within the U.S. National team pathway. Pete was the Head of Coach Development for USA Rugby, leading the program as it became integrated into the World Rugby programs.
Pete is also the President of Innovative Thought, a business consultancy focused on leadership and organizational development. He supports clients in the areas of innovation, leadership, strategic planning, marketing, recruiting and organizational development. Pete works regularly as an executive coach for senior executives of global companies.
Pete holds affiliated faculty positions with the Tepper Business School at Carnegie Mellon University and the Smeal College of Business at Penn State.


🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Leadership and Sports: Pete explores how coaching rugby offers invaluable lessons for corporate leadership, emphasizing a player-centered approach and the necessity of empowering team members to make decisions. 🏉


Leadership Shock: Pete details his methodology in his book, explaining how traditional leadership approaches are often jolted by the demands of modern business environments, and how adapting these strategies is crucial for success. 📈


Corporate Athletes: The discussion highlights how business professionals are like athletes, where performance, resilience, and strategic thinking play critical roles. 🚴


From Sports to Corporate: Insights into how skills honed on the rugby field translate into effective corporate strategies, focusing on teamwork, tactical decision-making, and the importance of a psychologically safe environment. 🧠


The Role of Reflection and Adaptation in Leadership: Pete emphasizes the importance of reflecting on and adapting leadership styles to suit evolving challenges and opportunities in both sports and business. 🔄

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
03:02 How is rugby like business
06:45 Two things he brought from coaching elite athletes
13:07 Coaching at the International level and the stress
19:36 Spending time with the team psychologist and how it links to being a CEO
21:42 Diving into Carolyn's choice to not pursue coaching and if she could go back, would she make the same choices
25:52 Peter's history playing rugby
28:17 What is the concept of leadership shock
31:10 What do leaders need to make explicit - being intentional
41:50 Knowing who you are
44:47 Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
This episode with Pete Steinberg offers deepens our understanding of leadership, providing a framework for leaders to foster environments that

In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly L. Campbell, a pioneer in trauma-informed leadership and the author of the revolutionary book, "Heal to Lead." We discuss how addressing trauma can fundamentally transform leadership styles, promoting environments of trust, psychological safety, and true connectivity within organizations. Kelly shares their journey from founding a cause marketing agency to writing her book, driven by their desire to revolutionize leadership through trauma healing.
 
The episode delves into the concept of trauma-informed leadership, the significance of understanding one's trauma, the negative impact of neglecting this aspect, and how leaders can foster psychologically safe environments that encourage vulnerability, resilience, and collective growth. Kelly details her experiences and the influences that shaped her views on leadership and organizational culture.
 
Kelly L. Campbell (they/she) inspires revelation and responsibility in leaders across the globe. As a trauma-informed leadership coach, speaker, facilitator, writer, and author, they empower self-aware visionaries to correlate their past wounds to their leadership style, transforming the way they lead, live, and love. Her debut book, Heal to Lead: Revolutionizing Leadership through Trauma Healing (Wiley) will be released in April 2024.
 
They write for Entrepreneur, have written for Forbes, and offer exclusive content to their Substack community, “The New TLC: Trauma, Leadership, and Consciousness.” Early in their career, Kelly was the founder and CEO of a cause marketing agency and sold it in 2016, which led her to advise Fortune 50 corporations, nonprofits, government organizations, and marketing and advertising agencies. They have hosted two top-rated podcasts since 2006—one on holistic health and wellness and the other on conscious leadership for marketing and advertising agency leaders.
 
A longtime conservationist, Kelly was trained by Al Gore as a Climate Reality Leader in 2017. Most recently, they became certified as a Reiki Level III Practitioner. Kelly’s vision is to empower more than half of humanity to heal its childhood trauma so that we may reimagine and rebuild the world together.
 
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Trauma-Informed Leadership: An exploration of how understanding and integrating trauma can fundamentally enhance leadership effectiveness, as demonstrated through Kelly’s insights and her book, "Heal to Lead." 🌍


Healing and Leading: Discussion on why leaders must start with healing themselves to effectively lead others, highlighting the impact of personal trauma work on leadership styles and organizational health. 🏢


Personal Stories and Professional Insights: Kelly shares her transition from a cause marketing CEO to a trauma-informed leadership coach, illustrating the deep interconnections between personal healing and professional leadership. 🛤️


Impact of Neglecting Trauma: Kelly and I discuss the detrimental effects of ignoring personal trauma and how leaders can overcome these challenges to foster a healthier work environment. 🌱


Creating Psychological Safety: Strategies for leaders to create environments that encourage vulnerability, support personal growth, and ensure psychological safety in the workplace. 🔋

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
04:09 Why people need to read Heal to Lead, even if you’re ‘doing the work’
06:13 What makes healing more inviting or necessary
09:29 Ego showing up in different ways, including being a people pleaser
13:07 Personality assessments that can help tell us what style leadership we have
14:50 Where do we direct people who want to learn more about themselves and their patterns, if not these tools
19:43 Not looking to fix people but inviting them to find out who they are, the benefits of coaching versus therapy
21:26 Four fundamentals of high conscious leadership
25:04 Embodiment

In this episode, I’m joined by Lee Cordell, a pioneer in trauma-informed leadership and the founder of the Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety. We discuss how recognizing and addressing trauma can fundamentally transform leadership styles, promoting environments of trust, psychological safety, and true connectivity within organizations. Lee shares her personal journey from a nursing career to establishing her institute, driven by the desire to create safer spaces and healthier relationships in professional settings. 
 
The episode delves into the concept of trauma-informed leadership, the significance of understanding one's needs, the negative impact of neglecting personal trauma, and how leaders can foster psychologically safe environments that encourage vulnerability, resilience, and collective growth. Lee also details an upcoming experiential event by the Institute, aimed at expanding individual capacities and reconceptualizing the approach to leadership and organizational culture.
 
Dr. Lee started the Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety after retiring from her decade-long career as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner and graduate-level professor.
 
She is devoted to helping humans understand their past so they can create happier, healthier futures. She integrates her personal stories of childhood abuse, depression and anxiety with her 20 years of professional experience in order to bring accessible, practical trauma education to all who desire to learn more.
 
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
Trauma-Informed Approaches: We discuss what trauma-informed leadership looks like and how it can transform organizational practices and leadership styles. 🌍


Institute for Trauma and Psychological Safety: Lee talks about the founding of her institute, its mission, and the programs it offers that cater to developing safer organizational spaces. 🏢


Personal Journey: Lee shares her transition from a healthcare professional to an educator and coach, focusing on the needs and well-being of leaders in various sectors. 🛤️


Impact on Personal Development: Explore how addressing trauma not only improves professional capabilities but also personal growth and self-awareness. 🌱


Sustainable Leadership Practices: Discussing strategies for maintaining balance and preventing burnout in high-demand leadership roles. 🔋

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
01:46 The Institute for Trauma and why she founded it
04:29 Starting a side business coaching other women
07:30 Leaving the bedside
12:17 Why do leaders need this work
17:56 New event November 2024 - "Full Capacity"
21:03 Why do we not do enough to help with psychological safety without attaching the word trauma to it?
26:18 The feeling of resentment under the frustration, and unpacking dysregulation 
35:11 One of the riskiest things to do in corporate - ask for help from the wrong people
40:18 Intimacy and vulnerability in the workspace
47:56  Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
Our deep dive with Lee Cordell offers invaluable perspectives on integrating trauma-informed practices into leadership. This episode not only highlights the importance of understanding the role of trauma in professional settings but also provides practical advice for leaders to implement these insights into their daily lives.
Join us as we explore how transforming leadership through a trauma-informed lens can lead to more compassionate and effective management practices. Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions about integrating trauma-informed practices in your leadership on our social media channels.
#TraumaInformedLeadership #PsychologicalSafety #LeadershipDevelopment #HealthcareLeadership #PersonalGrowth
 
Connect with Lee
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/becomingtraumainformed/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/becometraumainformed 
LinkedIn: https://www.link

In this solo episode, I share insights from my journey as a leader, a host of this podcast, an author, and leadership consultant. With over 60 guests interviewed and a wealth of knowledge gained from my second book and certification programs, we dive into what I’ve learned about the  nervous system's influence on leadership, the essence of being trauma-informed, and the key learnings from my personal leadership journey.
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
🧠 Three-Brained Beings: Discover the significance of integrating our three centers of intelligence—head, heart, and body—for effective leadership.


💡 Learning 1 - Discovering Body Wisdom: Uncover the power of acknowledging and harmonizing the wisdom of our body with our intellectual and emotional intelligence.


🕰 Learning 2 - The Influence of Our Past: Explore how past experiences shape our leadership styles and the importance of addressing emotional duress.


🔒 Learning 3 - The Stories Our Bodies Hold: Learn about the physical and physiological storage of memories and its impact on our reactions and decision-making.


🌱 Being Trauma-Informed: Understand the benefits of a trauma-informed approach to leadership, emphasizing compassion, safety, and co-regulation.


🛠 The Importance of Being a Trauma-Informed Practitioner: Insights into personal growth and professional efficacy through understanding and applying trauma-informed principles.

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
02:22 Three brained beings
03:56 Learning 1 - Discovering how your three centers of intelligence work together
06:34 Learning 2 - Our past influences us more than we realize
09:34 Learning 3 - Our body store stories, memories that we don't have access to 
10:43 What does it mean to lead by being trauma informed
13:25 Key learnings about being a trauma informed leader
17:50 What happens when we aren't trauma informed
20:33 The transformation that this leadership style can spark
24:17 What can we do?


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
I invite you to reflect on your own leadership journey, to explore trauma-informed practices, and consider the continuous pursuit of personal and professional growth. Let me know what you think about my first solo episode! Would you like to see more?
#LeadershipDevelopment #TraumaInformedLeadership #PersonalGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment

Connect with me
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynswora/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/
Twitter: ​​https://twitter.com/CarolynSwora 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolynsworkplaceculture/
Website: https://www.carolynswora.com/
Contact: media@carolynswora.com 
 

In this episode, we explore the transformative concept of body wisdom and its critical role in enhancing personal and professional growth. I’m joined by Erica Hornthal, a board-certified dance movement therapist, who sheds light on how accessing our body's inherent wisdom can lead to profound insights and healing. Through the lens of dance movement therapy, Erica provides a fascinating perspective on the interconnectedness of mind, body, and emotion.
Erica Hornthal, is a licensed clinical professional counselor, board-certified dance/movement therapist, and the CEO and founder of Chicago Dance Therapy. Since graduating with her MA in Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling from Columbia College Chicago, Erica has worked with thousands of patients aged 3-107. Known as “The Therapist Who Moves You,” Hornthal is changing the way people see movement with regard to mental health.
🔑 Key Themes & Takeaways:
The Essence of Body Wisdom: Dive into understanding what body wisdom is and how we can tap into the knowledge our bodies hold about our experiences, emotions, and the stories of our lives. 🧘‍♀️


Sensations as Language: Learn about the significance of tuning into our body's sensations, the neurological underpinnings, and how they can guide our decisions and enhance our understanding of ourselves. 🌟


Embodied Knowledge and Leadership: Explore how embodied knowledge can influence leadership styles, decision-making processes, and the cultivation of conscious work environments. 🏢


Practical Exercises for Accessing Body Wisdom: Erica shares simple, accessible ways to begin incorporating body awareness into daily life, emphasizing the role of movement in processing emotions and fostering personal growth. 🌈

We talk about:
00:00 Intro
05:34 What is body wisdom
07:59 What are sensations and what are some examples of them
10:49 Why should we pay attention to these sensations
15:35 The impact our bodies have on each other for communication and connections
19:48 How do you lean into sensations and use them?
22:28 How to use this practically in the work space
28:22 The term mental health keeping us stuck in our head, so how to build literacy around wellness
35:48 What happens when you let your body give you wisdom
39:50 Why she created her product and what she hopes people use it for
45:52 Is there a purpose to the color delineation with her cards
50:02 Rapid fire questions


🌈 Closing Thoughts:
Our conversation with Erica Hornthal offers profound insights into the value of reconnecting with our body's wisdom. The episode invites listeners to consider the ways in which embodied knowledge can enhance not only personal well-being but also professional efficacy and leadership. We delve into practical strategies for integrating body awareness into our lives, inviting a holistic approach to health and leadership. Share your thoughts, experiences, or questions about embracing body wisdom, and join us in redefining wellness and leadership.
#BodyWisdom #LeadershipDevelopment #MindfulnessInBusiness #OrganizationalCulture #PersonalGrowth
 
Connect with Erica
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.therapist.who.moves.you   
www.ericahornthal.com 
Purchase the The Movement Therapy Deck  

Connect with me
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynswora/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/
Twitter: ​​https://twitter.com/CarolynSwora 
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carolynsworkplaceculture/
Website: https://www.carolynswora.com/
Contact: media@carolynswora.com