EXECUTIVE WELLNESS UNPLUGGED (Lisa Kelly)

Episode 15 offers a fascinating look into the role of Corporate Chaplains and the nexus of Corporate Chaplaincy and Spirituality in the Workplace.

Our guest, Cyril Gowler, shares how his work as a Corporate Chaplain helps enhance workplace relationships and offers much-needed emotional and spiritual support to employees in these challenging times.

Here is an overview of some of the many topics we discussed relating to his important work:

• The role and day in the life of a Corporate Chaplain.

• Cyril’s role and efforts in promoting and facilitating “Trauma Informed Care.”

• Common misconceptions about Corporate chaplains.

• How Chaplains help support employee well-being, work satisfaction, engagement, and performance.

• The benefits of this role in supporting employees experiencing personal challenges and crises.
• Ways in which Corporate Chaplains create a safe and inclusive space for employees to explore and express their spirituality.
• The impacts of loneliness today in the workplace and how his role is helping to address such.

[GUEST BIO] Cyril Gowler

Cyril Gowler is a Corporate Chaplain with All Weather Windows and an on-call Chaplain with the City of Edmonton and the Edmonton Police Service.

He is one of four district chaplains with the RCMP K Division and a member of the Canadian Police Chaplains Association.

He serves as a Board Member of the Edmonton Community Chaplaincy Association, the Association of Alliance Chaplains (Canada), and the Christian & Missionary Alliance. He also officiates weddings and offers marriage counseling.

His specialties include the "Prepare and Enrich Canada" evaluation process for pre-marital and marital counseling. He has been certified to administer this evaluation for about 23 years and has had excellent results.

You can learn more about and connect with Cyril via LinkedIn.

[LinkedIn Profile] https://www.linkedin.com/in/cyril-gowler-1a867913/

  

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In Episode 2, you get a sneak peek into our book, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces, through my reading of two inspiring profiles of two very talented Workplace Wellness "Change Agents." My first reading shares a heartening account of Deepanjali Sapkota's efforts and achievements in establishing a grassroots wellness program for her organization, The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, and implementable tips for spearheading a wellness movement in your organization (or client organizations). In the second reading, I introduce you to Lisa Elsinger, an innovative and talented Workplace Wellness leader who has been advancing the culture and well-being of the people at Broward College through strategic alliances and partnerships. In my "Keeping It Real" commentary, I get super vulnerable in revealing my book launch anxieties and how I have been managing them. I also share some personal revelations to help overcome doubts and insecurities when launching a new project! Explore our Workplace Wellness Toolkit featuring our book, training programs, social links, etc. >> https://linktr.ee/WWCOE

In Episode 3 of our bi-weekly podcast, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces, I pull the curtains back on our book-writing journey through a warm-hearted and never-dull interview with my husband, Peter Kelly, the co-author of our book, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces.

I asked (and he graciously answered) the following questions submitted by a few individuals profiled in our book. (To keep things extra interesting, I added a few questions and some of my perspectives on our book-writing experience.)

1) What was it like working with Lisa on the book?

2) What were some different viewpoints you brought to the book?

3) In your view, how did collaborating help enhance the book?

4) What advice might you offer someone challenged in completing their own book or struggling with Imposter Syndrome or perfectionism?

5) What advice might you give aspiring authors or those considering partnering with a spouse or someone else in co-creating a book?

6) What challenges or moments of frustration did you experience in co-authoring the book?

7) What personal outlets helped you stay grounded and inspired during your book journey?

[Guest Bio] Mr. Peter Kelly

Peter Kelly has over 30 years of progressive experience in Oil and Gas, Cogen operations (Steam & Electrical), Pulp and Paper, and Electronics Communications. He is currently employed as a Supervisor with Royal Dutch Shell in Alberta. As an Adviser to the Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence, he brings diverse skill sets, perspectives, and achievements from past and current employment positions. He has also completed a Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety with Distinction from the University of Alberta.

You can connect with Peter via his LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-kelly/

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Welcome to the first episode of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED.

Our new podcast series (replacing our prior series, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces) features candid conversations with industry leaders and experts about matters relating to the mental and physical health and well-being of executives and managers, the cornerstone of impactful leadership.

While the EWU series and inaugural episode speak to leaders specifically, we can all be uplifted by and benefit from the wisdom and experiences of Dr. Jonathon Fisher, a unique and gifted cardiologist, author, and mindfulness practitioner.

In Episode 1, Dr. Fisher shares his novel approach to well-being as a cardiologist and addresses the following tenets and strategies for living and leading with "Just One Heart."

• Harnessing the power of the "mind-heart connection" to optimize one's leadership and organizational culture.

• What leaders need to know about the importance of practicing mindfulness for heart health.

• Practical mindfulness techniques for managing stress and enhancing one's well-being.

• Leveraging "Diastole" rest to recharge and rebalance.

• Modeling and encouraging well-being practices.

• Demonstrating compassion as leaders and the impacts on organizational well-being and performance.

[GUEST BIO] Dr. Jonathan Fisher

Dr. Jonathon Fisher is a Harvard—and Mt. Sinai-educated cardiologist dedicated to addressing the physical and emotional aspects of cardiac care.

He is a mindfulness meditation teacher and an organizational well-being leader for a team of 38,000.

Dr. Fisher is also the co-founder of the Ending Clinician Burnout Global Community and the author of the best-selling book, "Just One Heart: A Cardiologist's Guide to Healing, Health, and Happiness."

Connect with Dr. Fisher!

You can learn more about and connect with Dr. Fisher via:

[Website] https://www.drjonathanfisher.com

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/happyheartmd/

[Book] https://a.co/d/608gH2U

[Instagram] https://www.instagram.com/happyheartmd/

[YouTube] happyheartMD — The Mindful Heart Doctor - YouTube

happyheartMD — The Mindful Heart Doctor - YouTube

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Welcome to the first episode of the “Cultivating Healthy and Vibrant Workplaces” podcast featuring a panel interview of three highly accomplished Workplace Wellness leaders, Ryan Wolf of Gallup, Philippa Dawood of Scarborough Health Network, and Jesse Gavin of Baylor College of Medicine. In this 3-part episode, we discuss whether a reset is needed on some level for Workplace Wellness to meet the evolving needs of our employees and organizations attributable in part to the pressures and challenges imposed by the pandemic. Segments 1-3 offer a plethora of inspiring, thought-provoking, tactical considerations and strategies to amplify employee and organizational well-being in this dynamic, hybrid work environment. In Episode 1 [Part 1], we discuss the following: 1. Is Workplace Wellness due for a reset? And if so, where might we begin? 2. What changes to employee well-being have you noticed since the beginning of the pandemic to present day? 3. What do you believe Workplace Wellness leaders and organizations should be focusing on currently and in the future to promote a more holistic and multi-dimensional approach to well-being? 4. What may be required to realign our efforts and potentially redefine or redirect our wellness programs and foster vibrant work cultures? 5. What can Workplace Wellness leaders, senior leaders, and managers do to help address and mitigate burnout and enhance resilience in these dynamic times? [Introducing Episode #1 Guests] Ryan Wolf is the Workplace Wellness Lead for Gallup. Through an inclusive leadership approach, Ryan leads Gallup's health and well-being initiatives through partnerships with their research team, business channels, benefits department, consulting practice, and external medical and Wellness partners. You can connect with Ryan via his LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-wolf-57260835/ Philippa Dawood is the Wellness Coordinator of Scarborough Health Network (SHN). As SHN's Wellness Coordinator, Philippa commits to supporting and promoting a healthy workplace by taking a transformational leadership approach. You can connect with Philippa via her LinkedIn profile https://ca.linkedin.com/in/philippadawood Jesse Gavin is the Wellness Director of Baylor College of Medicine (BCM). Through Jesse's leadership and passion for wellness and the collective efforts of their wellness team, Champions, and others, BCM's commitment to employee well-being has been recognized over the years via numerous industry awards. You can connect with Jesse via his LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/jesse-gavin-54454169/ If you enjoyed Part 1, please let us know in the comments below. Explore our Workplace Wellness Toolkit featuring our book, training programs, social links, etc. >> https://linktr.ee/WWCOE

InEpisode 6of the Executive Wellness UNPLUGGEDpodcast, a panel of seasoned Executive Coaches and leadership consultants discuss how leaders can adapt to rapid technological advancements, unpredictable markets, and shifting employee expectations by adopting a coaching mindset and approach.

This episode explores six key pressures/challenges leaders face today; topics also addressed in the upcoming Leader Turned COACH Course (LTC) on March 13 and 20, 2025 (https://workplacewellnesscoe.com/leader-turned-coach-course/ )

1. Leading Through Technological Advancements and Change Fatigue

2. Navigating Complexities in Hybrid Work Models

3. Embracing “Future-Forward” Leadership Practices

4. Bridging Generational Gaps in the Workplace

5. Closing Skill Gaps and Promoting Talent Growth

6. Mitigating the “Mental Burden” on Leaders

Leaders, HR professionals, Workplace Wellness specialists, and others are encouraged to watch this episode AND enhance their skills through theupcoming 8-hour LTC certificate course.

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[Bios of Panelists/LTC Course Facilitators]

Lisa Kelly is the Founder of the Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence and co-author of Cultivating Healthy and Vibrant Workplaces. As an industry thought leader, results-oriented Executive Coach, Workplace Wellness certification provider, and consultant, Lisa helps optimize the health, well-being, and performance of organizations, senior leaders, and teams across multiple industries. Connect with Lisa on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakellywwcoe/

Carm Moceri is a seasoned healthcare executive and Certified Executive Coach who has served in three hospital president roles and two system Chief Strategy Officer positions and has had the honor of supporting leaders to become more effective through executive and experiential coaching, mentoring, and advisory services. Connect with Carm on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/cmoceri/

Gabrielle Baumeyer is a seasoned Executive Leadership Coach and Founder of Baumeyer Coaching, bringing over 25 years of expertise in guiding leaders and teams to their highest potential. Her experience spans industries such as construction and software, along with international management consulting in Canada. Gabrielle partners with executives, board members, and leaders of all levels to build impactful strategies for growth and performance. Connect with Gabrielle on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabriellebaumeyer/

Kim Goeltom is a seasoned Executive Coach and Workplace Wellness consultant who, leveraging her 20-year corporate background collaborating with HR Directors, Talent Development, VPs, and CEOs, has helped transform the lives of executives, managers, and their teams through tailored wellness coaching and robust workplace wellness initiatives. Connect with Kim on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kgoeltom/

Peter Kelly is a Workplace Wellness consultant, coach, Co-Director/Owner with the Workplace Wellness Centre of Excellence, and co-author of "Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces." Drawing on his extensive experience as a former supervisor with Royal Dutch Shell, he brings diverse leadership to workplace well-being/OH&S and coaching experience to the organizations, leaders, and employees he helps serve. Connect with Peter on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/pete-kelly/

As you will discover in my revealing discussion with Lisa Elsinger, Associate Director of Workplace Wellness, Broward College, Workplace Wellness leaders can be instrumental in nurturing “Change Agents,” organizational alliances, and systemic transformation for healthy, inclusive, high-performing work cultures and thriving employees.

In Episode 9, we explored:

• Lisa’s role as Wellness Director with Broward College.
• What a typical month looks like for her and how her work has evolved.
• Where the role of Workplace Wellness leaders might best reside.
• The importance and function of Chief Well-being Officers.
• Changes to organizational and employee well-being in recent years particularly from the pandemic.
• Cultivating employee well-being and healthy workplaces via strategic, culture-building initiatives.
• How leaders might “lead by example” to help nurture healthy, inclusive work cultures.

Learn more about Lisa’s perspectives, fascinating work, and achievements via our book, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces

[GUEST BIO] Lisa Elsinger

Lisa Elsinger, PhD, leads the Live Well employee health and wellness program in the Talent and Culture department at Broward College. In reframing wellness as an integral component of a positive, thriving workplace culture, she promotes a holistic approach focusing on multiple domains of well-being. Lisa provides engaging educational and inspirational programming customized for departments and teams by request, along with ergonomic workstation assessments, mindfulness, and guided meditation, collaborates with student service groups to promote mental health programming, and serves as lead in several organizational teams. She is a group fitness and yoga teacher at LA Fitness, facilitator of group sessions through the Center for Mind-Body Medicine, and creator of personal and professional development courses. Having moved to Fort Lauderdale, FL, from Wisconsin, Lisa is devoted to seaside sunrises and the beauty of the tropical environment.

You can learn more about and connect with Lisa and Broward College via:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-elsinger-phd-43445a4/

https://www.broward.edu/

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How might organizations “lead infectiously in the era of Big Problems?” This was the overarching question explored (and I geek out over) in my fascinating discussion with Dr. Larry McEvoy — an emergency room physician turned CEO turned author, thought leader, and leadership expert.

Building on his profile in our book, “Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces,” we dive deeper into opportunities for leaders to leverage the multiplier effect of PLV and other drivers of cultural transformation.

Leadership questions, fundamentals, and models discussed:

· Why should leaders think of epidemics as potentially positive?

· Characteristics of epidemics that leaders and organizations might leverage.

· Unleashing workforce potential and championing internal networks.

· Embracing the ACE model of practice (i.e., Affirmation-Appreciation, Curiosity, and Empathy).

· Advancing the multiplier effect of PLV (Performance, Learning, and Vitality) to effect cultural change.

· Fostering Change Agents to inspire grassroots movements.

Learn more about and connect with Dr. McEvoy via the links below.

www.Epidemicleadership.com

www.TheIntentionalEpidemic.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/larrymcevoy/

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In Episode 16, we explore the power of leading through storytelling.

Our guest, Karuna Ramanathan, has an established track record in supporting senior leaders and organizations through difficult transformations, increasingly in middle manager execution challenges, and in values, people, and culture change.

Following two tours as a naval warship captain, Karuna went on to lead and architect leadership transformation and systems-level change in the Center for Leadership Development (2004-2014) as its Deputy Head.

Karuna is currently the Principal Consultant for KR Konsulting (KRK), based in Singapore.

He created the “251 Storytelling Model for Leaders”, adopted by UNICEF in 2013, and was featured as one of the “Top 10 Organisation Development Consultants 2023” by the Asia Business Outlook.

Episode 16 illuminates:

• Why Storytelling is a critical skill for leaders to hone.
• Specific techniques to structure and deliver compelling stories to inspire and influence.
• How storytelling helps cultivate a common sense of purpose, shared vision, and motivation.
• Common pitfalls or mistakes leaders should be mindful of when storytelling.
• Striking a balance between vulnerability, transparency, and confidentiality in storytelling.

You can learn more about Karuna and connect with him via his LinkedIn profile.

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In Episode 4 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, Murray Harber, Executive Director of Mississippi Business Group on Health, shares his insights, passion, and experiences in helping leadership role-model and nurture “Visible Permission” to prioritize and optimize employee well-being in their organizations.

To help illuminate this concept, we discussed:

• Why leaders should make “self-care” a priority for themselves and their employees in today’s highly dynamic climate.
• Characteristics and practices leaders might exhibit and engage in demonstrating “Visible Permission.”
• Potential outcomes and impacts when leadership does not prioritize and promote employee well-being.
• Strategies he has leveraged to foster executive and leadership support for organizational and employee well-being.
• Cheat Sheet for the C-Suite: to optimize human capital, organizational growth, and sustainability.

 

[GUEST BIO] Murray Harber

Murray Harber, Executive Director of the Mississippi Business Group on Health, is a passionate leader in healthcare and employer health and well-being who consults with organizations worldwide.

He is a writer, speaker, coach, and investor dedicated to developing innovative solutions that improve employee health and reduce business costs.

Murray holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Performance & Sports Studies from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. He has worked with institutions like the University of Minnesota, Hennepin County (MN), Park Nicollet Health Services, and Ford Motor Company (including the UAW).

He began his career as a strength and speed coach at Vanderbilt University, coached many SEC and NCAA champions, and trained several Olympic athletes.

He has developed award-winning health and wellness programs, including those at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance and the Mississippi State Employee Wellness Program.

Connect with Murray via email or LinkedIn!

murraylynnharber@gmail.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/murrayharber/

 

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Drawing on the expertise of Charlie Estey, Senior VP of Strategic Partnerships with Asset Health, in Episode 7 (Parts 1 and 2), we explore opportunities to leverage Workplace Wellness programs to help connect “disconnected” organizations in today’s hybrid work environment.

In this two-part episode, we discuss:

[1] The direction and future of Workplace Wellness, and opportunities to foster and lead healthy workplaces in this post-pandemic environment.

[2] Aligning Workplace Wellness offerings with the organization’s critical business needs.

[3] Values, qualities, and competencies required of today’s Workplace Wellness professionals and providers.

[4] How organizations might leverage and benefit from the creation of Wellness Charters and social contracts.

[5] Opportunities for HR and Workplace Wellness leaders to apply the “Workplace Wellness Leadership Checklist” included in Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces (co-authored by Lisa and Peter Kelly).

[6] How Asset Health’s high-touch high-tech platform helps organizations stay connected in today’s hybrid environment.

[7] Success factors and examples of impactful Workplace Wellness programs.

[8] Opportunities for employees and Wellness Champions to foster grassroots Workplace Wellness movements.

[9] Strategies independent Workplace Wellness professionals might embrace to position and promote themselves for Workplace Wellness employment or contract opportunities.

[10] Opportunities for and positive impacts of nurturing healthy workplaces to nurture healthy communities.

Whether you are a leader, employee, or Workplace Wellness professional, this two-part episode offers tactical insights and actionable strategies to support your important work and amplify your organization’s performance and growth.

[GUEST BIO] Charlie Estey

Over the past 25 years, Charlie Estey has served as an internal leader and wellness consultant for employers, hospitals, and health plans including Campbell Soup Company, Travelers Insurance, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Cigna Health, and General Motors. Programs developed under his leadership have been the recipient of the C. Everett Koop National Health Project Award (for their documented program impact) and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Innovation Award.

In 2016, he was elected President of the International Association for Worksite Health Promotion (now part of the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces in London). More recently, Charlie was the recipient of the 2019 William B. Baun Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the International Association for Worksite Health Promotion at the American College of Sports Medicine Summit, Chicago, Illinois.

Charlie earned his Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University and his Bachelor of Science degree from Ithaca College in New York.

You can learn more about and connect with Charlie and Asset Health via:

[Email] Cestey3@gmail.com

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlieestey/

[Website] www.assethealth.com

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Welcome to Episode 5 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, where we explore the remarkable interplay of fitness, vitality, and leadership excellence.

You will hear from two extraordinary women, Kari Gearhart and Ashley Tappin, executive coaches, leadership consultants, workshop facilitators, and tri-athletes who have harnessed their passion for fitness to drive resilience and peak performance in their careers and those they coach and support.

Prepare to be inspired by their stories and gain tactical insights on how nurturing the body and spirit is integral to high performance and strategic success.

This episode is a must-watch for executives, managers, executive coaches, fitness and Workplace Wellness professionals, and others interested in learning strategic imperatives and practices for enhancing one’s physical well-being and unlocking unparalleled energy, clarity, purpose, and growth in leadership.

[GUEST BIO] Kari Gearhart Kari Gearhart is a learning & development professional with a lifelong passion for staying fit and healthy. Early in her career, she worked as a Registered Dietician in various healthcare settings and became more passionate about how lifestyle choices make a difference in determining a person’s quality of life. She completed her master's in exercise physiology and is a certified positive psychology practitioner. She’s led training & development functions in three large healthcare corporations for 25 years and is recognized as a catalyst for guiding leaders toward reaching their full potential. In 2016, Kari established her company, The Performance Bridge, where she offers her services as a skilled workshop facilitator. She credits many aspects of her career success to lessons she learned through participating in triathlons for more than 20 years. This experience inspired her to create a highly rated program called Fit to Lead™ and a recently published book - REACH – Using Fitness to Grow Your Leadership, both co-developed and co-authored with Ashley Tappan. The program and book focus on using fitness as a forum for growing leadership capabilities.

You can learn more about Kari and connect with her via the links below.

Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0578940965/

Website: www.theperformancebridge.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/

Email: kygearhart@gmail.com

[GUEST BIO] Ashley Tappan Ashley Tappan is a consultant with Insigniam. With her background in sports, television, customer service, sales, and leadership development, Ashley has a unique perspective on what it takes for teams of business professionals to deliver breakthrough results. She has worked with Fortune 500 business executives to fulfill their visions across the globe for over twenty-five years in industries including fast-moving consumer goods, healthcare systems, biotech, pharma, manufacturing, research, and non-profits. Ashley is passionate about developing leaders to experience breakthroughs for themselves and their businesses. Her ability to develop and lead organizational transformations that lead to unprecedented results has earned her several accolades, including recognition as a Rising Star and a Luminary of the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association. Before joining Insigniam, Ashley managed, built, and led training in leadership and high performance at a competitive telecommunications company. She attended Indiana University, where she received her B.A. while cycling competitively. Ashley is a former triathlete, coach, and published author, writing about fitness as a tool to develop one’s leadership.

You can learn more about and connect with Ashley via the links below.

Website: www.insigniam.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-tappan-6a23994/

Email: ashleytappan@gmail.com

Welcome to Episode 1 [Part 3] of the "Cultivating Healthy and Vibrant Workplaces" Podcast featuring an interview with two accomplished Workplace Wellness leaders, Philippa Dawood of Scarborough Health Network, and Jesse Gavin of Baylor College of Medicine.  In this 3-part episode, we explore whether a reset is needed on some level for Workplace Wellness to meet the evolving needs of our employees and organizations attributable in part to the pressures and challenges imposed by the pandemic. Segments 1-3 offer a plethora of inspiring, thought-provoking, tactical considerations and strategies to amplify employee and organizational well-being in this dynamic, hybrid work environment.  In Part 3, we discuss:  1. The structure, benefits, and successes of Baylor College of Medicine’s 3-tier Wellness Champ Program. 2. Opportunities to leverage Champions to meet the new and emerging wellness needs of organizations and employees.  3. Incorporating the 13 factors of the “National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace” in Workplace Wellness strategic plans and initiatives. 4. Approaches for garnering leadership’s buy-in and support for Workplace Wellness.  Explore our Workplace Wellness Toolkit featuring our book, training programs, social links, etc. >> https://linktr.ee/WWCOE

“Coaches don’t practice with the team and leave them during the game when it really counts, and neither do good empathic leaders. They are there to provide support, guidance, understanding, and motivation through every step of the way.”

The above quote by Rae Shanahan, Chief Strategy Officer for Businesssolver, perhaps best summarizes a vital takeaway from my interview with Carm Moceri, Principal, Certified Executive Coach of Healthcare Alignment Solutions, in Episode 4.

As you will discover, through his vast leadership and coaching experiences, Carm builds a compelling case for why and how leaders serving as a “Performance Coach” (versus a manager) might better support, engage, and develop their employees.

Here is a look at the critical questions and Performance Coaching approaches we explored:

1. Why Performance Coaching?: What is Performance Coaching, and what are the benefits of coaching versus managing employees?

2. Training Leaders as Coaches: Why should organizations train leaders (at all levels) in Performance Coaching?

3. Coaching vs. Mentoring vs. Advising: How are they different, and when might a leader use one vs. the other or engage an integrated approach?

4. “Coaching Up”: When might a leader engage in “Coaching Up,” and with whom?

5. Active/Appreciative Inquiry: How and when might leaders effectively use “Appreciative Inquiry” in coaching conversations with their employees?

6. Garnering Feedback in Coaching Sessions: Why is it essential to ask for feedback, and when is the best time to ask?

Whether you are a leader, employee, executive or wellness coach, this episode offers tactical insights to support your role and amplify your performance.

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Do you STRUGGLE IN SILENCE with frequent bouts of acid reflux (GERD), Globus sensations in your throat, or sleepless nights due to persistent chest and throat pain?

Are you a chronic “Throat Clearer?”

Have you been trying, but to no avail, to identify the key contributors and solutions to these conditions?

If you answered YES to one or all of the above questions, Episode 3 of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED with Dr. Inna Husain, a Medical Director and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux Specialist, is a must-listen!

Leveraging our personal and professional insights and experiences with LPR (and GERD), we uncover the hidden factors behind and contributors to these conditions.

Most importantly, we illuminate actionable and restorative solutions to help YOU reclaim your health, vitality, and productivity.

This episode is a lifesaver! Check it out now!

UPDATE/EDIT: It was mistakenly commented by the interviewer that BE may be a form of throat cancer vs. a “precancerous condition,” as further elaborated below.

“Barrett's esophagus is the most common precancerous condition of the esophagus. In Barrett's esophagus, the normal cells lining the esophagus are replaced by cells that are like the lining of the stomach or intestine. This is called intestinal metaplasia. It is most often found in the gastroesophageal (GE) junction, which is where the esophagus joins the stomach.People with Barrett's esophagus have a higher risk of developing abnormal cells, called dysplasia. Dysplasia describes how abnormal cells look. With low-grade dysplasia, the abnormal cells look somewhat different from normal cells. In high-grade dysplasia, the cells look very abnormal.

”https://cancer.ca/en/cancer-information/cancer-types/esophageal/what-is-esophageal-cancer/precancerous-conditions#:~:text=Precancerous%20conditions%20of%20the%20esophagus,changes%20may%20become%20esophageal%20cancer. [GUEST BIO] Dr. Inna Husain

Dr. Inna Husain is a board-certified Otolaryngologist and fellow-trained Laryngologist. She is currently the Medical Director of Laryngology at Powers Health in Munster, Indiana, specializing in Laryngopharyngeal Reflux (commonly cited as LPR or Silent Reflux).

Dr. Husain started her career in academic medicine before transitioning to create the first Voice, Airway, Swallowing Disorders Program of NW Indiana.

She is an active medical educator on social media with over 270K followers, an international speaker, and a published researcher.

Connect with Dr. Inna Husain!

You can learn more about Dr. Inna Husain and connect with her via the following:

[EMAIL] Innahusainmd@gmail.com

[LINKEDIN] Https://www.linkedin.com/in/inna-a-husain-md-928372104

[INSTAGRAM] Https://www.instagram.com/innahusainmd/

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Coming out of a pandemic, caring for the well-being of employees has never been more critical. In this episode, two of our program graduates, Ruvi Makuni and Christina Della Rocca, share their strategic and holistic approaches to supporting the well-being of small to mid-size businesses (SMBs).

Whether you are an owner or leader of an SMB, an HR or Workplace Wellness professional (or aspiring to become one), this episode offers insights and tactical approaches for amplifying the well-being of the organization(s) you serve and support.

In this episode, we discuss the following:

1] The role of a Workplace Wellness Concierge (WWC).

2] How WWCs might support the well-being of small to mid-size businesses.

3] Types of organizations Christina and Ruvi have worked with.

4] Examples of wellness programs and services they offer as WWCs.

5] Success stories they experienced in their role as a WWC.

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Episode 10 of Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces kicks off our special “Executive Wellness & Stress Mastery” Series with a return guest, Ruvi Makuni, a Certified Executive Wellness Coach from our Track 3 certification programs.

This episode will particularly interest executives, senior leaders, HR and Benefits professionals, Workplace Wellness leaders, and those considering becoming a “Certified Executive Wellness Coach” through our Track 3.

Throughout our thought-provoking and tactical discussion, we share perspectives and experiences relating to:

- Contributing factors that suggest leaders are experiencing burnout.

- Benefits and impacts of Executive Wellness Coaching to senior leaders, employees, organizational well-being, and healthy work cultures.

- The ROI of Executive Wellness Coaching

- Our personal experiences as Executive Wellness Coaches in supporting all aspects of executive well-being.

We invite you to subscribe to or follow the CHVW podcast (via your favorite podcast platform) to listen to future episodes of our Executive Wellness series and other Workplace Wellness topics.

Learn more about the executive wellness coaching contract Lisa referenced in this episode via her book, Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces.

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[Guest Bio] Ruvi Makuni

Ruvi Makuni is a Global Workplace Wellness Specialist and Certified Executive Wellness Coach from our four certification programs and a Stress Mastery Specialist. As a Workplace Wellness Concierge, she is passionate about supporting organizational well-being and empowering employees to thrive in their careers without sacrificing their health. To that end, she facilitates holistic and multi-dimensional wellness programs and initiatives in the workplace, both onsite and virtually.

 Connect with Ruvi via linkedin.com/in/ruvimakuni

 Also, check out a prior CHVW interview with Ruvi on the topic of WORKPLACE WELLNESS CONCIERGES: Supporting the Well-being of Small to Mid-size Employers

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In Episode Two of Executive Wellness UNPLUGGED, my guest, Melody Byblow, and I discuss the "Gut-Brain Connection" and how optimizing it enhances the well-being and performance of executives (and others).

Melody Byblow is a Holistic Nutritionist from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and a graduate of our Workplace Wellness certification programs, including our "Certified Executive Wellness Coach" Course.

She has since joined the WWCOE Faculty and helped support the delivery of a 6-month Executive Wellness Coaching Contract with 8 hospital executives during the pandemic, profiled in my book, "Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces."

With the support of a presentation deck, we engaged in a deep and often personal conversation relating to:

- Connection of Gut-Brain health to our overall health

- Common signs and symptoms that your Gut Health may be impaired

- Debilitating impacts of stress on Gut Health that you may not be aware of

- Executive lifestyle changes to improve Gut-Brain Health

- Less well-known strategies that can help improve Gut-Brain Health

- Impacts of Gut-Brain Health on executive cognitive function & performance

- Emerging research and trends relating to the Gut-Brain Connection

[GUEST BIO] Melody Byblow

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In Part 2 of Episode 1, we continue our illuminating conversation with Workplace Wellness leaders Ryan Wolf of Gallup, Philippa Dawood of Scarborough Health Network, and Jesse Gavin of Baylor College of Medicine. We discuss our expectations for the future of Workplace Wellness and address competencies needed to strategically lead wellness programs in today’s dynamic environment. We also explore ways to connect to the hearts and minds of leaders to advance their support in nurturing healthy work cultures. If you enjoyed Part 2, please let us know in the comments below. Explore our Workplace Wellness Toolkit featuring our book, training programs, social links, etc. >> https://linktr.ee/WWCOE

“While the war for talent may ebb and flow with the unemployment rate, the war for top talent is always hot. The irony is that if individuals are given the opportunity to work and live intentionally, organizations just might find they had more top talent all along—they were just tired and a little resentful before.”  [Bree Groff, Senior Advisor, SYPartners]

The above quote by Bree is one of many underlying and thought-provoking themes discussed in this episode.

By way of introduction, Bree Groff is a Senior Advisor with SYPartners in New York. Her important work focuses on transformation, innovation, organizational design, and culture.

In Episode 8, Bree and I engage in a lively discussion of:

• Why building employee engagement is challenging for many organizations.

• Positive impacts of thriving hybrid cultures on employee and organizational well-being, engagement, and growth.

• Bree’s “10 Rules of Work” that can help optimize a broken system.

• Considerations and strategies for fostering JOY and FUN in the workplace.

• One practice all teams should do to create a healthier work culture.

• Opportunities for leaders to amplify employee creativity.

She is also featured in our book via the profile, “Talent Is Yours to Lose in This ‘Great Resignation,’” highlighting takeaways from our first interview, including a team-building activity she mentions in this episode.

As with all our podcast interviews, my discussion with Bree offers tactical insights and actionable strategies for cultivating employee and organizational well-being, performance, and growth.

[GUEST BIO] Bree Groff

Bree Groff is a Senior Advisor at the transformation consultancy SYPartners, which for the past 30 years has been working to create organizations and a world of work that are driven by humanity as much as performance. Her work focuses on transformation, innovation, organizational design, and culture. She has worked with companies like Calvin Klein, Target, Microsoft, and Google.

You can learn more about and connect with Bree and SYPartners via:

[Email] bgroff@sypartners.com

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/bree-groff/

[Website] www.sypartners.com

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Healthy work cultures are cultivated when we lead from the heart!

Our guest for Episode 12 is Mark Crowley, author of Lead From the Heart, an Amazon Top-100 Bestseller, and host of the "Lead From The Heart" podcast that ranks in the top 1.5% of all podcasts worldwide and has an audience in 163 countries.

In Episode 12, we engaged in a "heartfelt" discussion of the following:

• The inspiration for his book and podcast series
• How he defines and promotes "leading from the heart"
• How managers might lead from the heart in today's complex and ambiguous environment
• Principles for leading from a "people-before-profits" mindset and approach
• Fundamentals on how to transition from a manager to a heart-centered, employee-centric coach
• Healthy practices leaders might role model to demonstrate "visible permission" to employees to put on their "oxygen mask" as needed
• Examples of leaders who successfully "Lead From The Heart"

[GUEST BIO] Mark C. Crowley

Mark C. Crowley is the author of "Lead From The Heart: Transformational Leadership For The 21st Century." His mission is to fundamentally change how we lead people in workplaces around the globe.

Mark is a regular columnist for Fast Company Magazine and has been published in USA Today, Reuters, Forbes, the Stanford Social Innovation Review, the Huffington Post, Gallup, The Financial Times, CEO Magazine, Great Britain, and the Seattle Times. His two LinkedIn Pulse articles on inspiring a 21st-century workforce and managing millennials have been read well over a million times.

Mark is a graduate of the University of California, San Diego, and the University of Washington's Pacific Coast Banking School. He lives in La Jolla, California.

Connect with Mark C. Crowley:

[Email] Mark@MarkCCrowley.com

[Website] www.markccrowley.com

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/markccrowley/

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In Episode 13, John Toomey and I discuss thought-provoking questions and existential issues intersecting humanity and well-being, including:

• The importance of being mindful of the future of humanity.
• Well-being issues and challenges revealed and amplified by the pandemic.
• Responding to employee well-being needs in today’s hybrid environment.
• The role of governments in supporting our collective well-being.
• Advice for WWCOE program graduates and others launching a career as a Workplace Wellness leader or Concierge.

[GUEST BIO] John Toomey

John Toomey is an international speaker, writer, and thought leader who delivers seminars that inspire, educate, and empower people to take 100% responsibility for their lives and well-being.

His impressive background in high-performance roles in professional sports, including 7 AFL Clubs, and Culture Development roles in two A-League Clubs, and as Coach of an Olympic Gold Medallist, brings richness and depth to his presentations.

He holds a Phys Ed degree from Deakin University, did his Masters Studies in Applied Physiology at Victoria University, studied and taught Human Consciousness as an Avatar Master for 15 years, is a published author, and has lectured at multiple Universities in PE and Medicine. He served 5 years on RMIT University’s School of Health Sciences Program Advisory Committee.

Currently, John is the Global Chair of the Global Wellness Institute’s Workplace Wellbeing Initiative, the world’s premier advisory group on Workplace Wellness.

He’s delivered over 3,500 Corporate Presentations, spoken at Conferences worldwide, written two books and hundreds of published articles, completed 4 National Thought Leadership Tours for QBE, and appeared on multiple podcasts globally.

You can learn more about and connect with John via his website or LinkedIn.

[Website] http://wideawakewellness.com.au

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntoomey-thoughtleader/

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Drawing on the expertise of Charlie Estey, Senior VP of Strategic Partnerships with Asset Health, in Episode 7 (Parts 1 and 2), we explore opportunities to leverage Workplace Wellness programs to help connect “disconnected” organizations in today’s hybrid work environment.

In this two-part episode, we discuss:

[1] The direction and future of Workplace Wellness, and opportunities to foster and lead healthy workplaces in this post-pandemic environment.

[2] Aligning Workplace Wellness offerings with the organization’s critical business needs.

[3] Values, qualities, and competencies required of today’s Workplace Wellness professionals and providers.

[4] How organizations might leverage and benefit from the creation of Wellness Charters and social contracts.

[5] Opportunities for HR and Workplace Wellness leaders to apply the “Workplace Wellness Leadership Checklist” included in Cultivating Healthy & Vibrant Workplaces (co-authored by Lisa and Peter Kelly).

[6] How Asset Health’s high-touch high-tech platform helps organizations stay connected in today’s hybrid environment.

[7] Success factors and examples of impactful Workplace Wellness programs.

[8] Opportunities for employees and Wellness Champions to foster grassroots Workplace Wellness movements.

[9] Strategies independent Workplace Wellness professionals might embrace to position and promote themselves for Workplace Wellness employment or contract opportunities.

[10] Opportunities for and positive impacts of nurturing healthy workplaces to nurture healthy communities.

Whether you are a leader, employee, or Workplace Wellness professional, this two-part episode offers tactical insights and actionable strategies to support your important work and amplify your organization’s performance and growth.

[GUEST BIO] Charlie Estey

Over the past 25 years, Charlie Estey has served as an internal leader and wellness consultant for employers, hospitals, and health plans including Campbell Soup Company, Travelers Insurance, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Cigna Health, and General Motors. Programs developed under his leadership have been the recipient of the C. Everett Koop National Health Project Award (for their documented program impact) and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Innovation Award.

In 2016, he was elected President of the International Association for Worksite Health Promotion (now part of the Global Centre for Healthy Workplaces in London). More recently, Charlie was the recipient of the 2019 William B. Baun Lifetime Achievement Award, presented by the International Association for Worksite Health Promotion at the American College of Sports Medicine Summit, Chicago, Illinois.

Charlie earned his Master of Science degree in Exercise Physiology from West Virginia University and his Bachelor of Science degree from Ithaca College in New York.

You can learn more about and connect with Charlie and Asset Health via:

[Email] Cestey3@gmail.com

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlieestey/

[Website] www.assethealth.com

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In Episode 11, Newton Cheng, Director of Health + Performance at Google, takes us on an emotional journey of his experience with burnout during the pandemic.

We get an up close and personal look into how he addressed and transcended depression and ultimately cultivated "Emotional Vibrancy" (i.e., newfound meaning, purpose, and joy in his life and work).

In our discussion, we pulled back the curtain on:

- Contributing factors to Newton's burnout and his trepidations in requesting a mental health leave.

- How he summoned the courage to request a mental health leave.

- Reducing "mental health stigma" in the workplace.

- Why some referred to his leave as a "sabbatical."

- Wellness and stress mastery practices he now embraces to help prevent a burnout relapse.

- Impacts (good and bad) of remote and hybrid work on employee mental health, burnout, and performance.

- The rise and implications of senior leader burnout.

- How Newton's "burnout story" has been received at Google and elsewhere.

- Measures Workplace Wellness leaders might embrace to help prevent and address systemic burnout.

- What his speaking engagements have revealed about employee mental health and burnout today.

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[GUEST BIO] Newton Cheng

Newton Cheng is a husband and father, a competitive powerlifter, and Director of Health + Performance at Google. He's spent his 14-year career at Google developing, launching, and scaling global programs aimed at helping Googlers to thrive. Today, he oversees a global portfolio of Google's physical and digital health & wellbeing amenities. He spends much of his time exploring how Google can leverage spaces and services, community, culture, and technology to support the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of Googlers, their families, and our neighbors.

As a powerlifter, he has set multiple world, US, and California state records and is a world and four-time US national champion. He takes a special interest in the intersections of human performance and spirituality and is an advocate for speaking vulnerably about mental health.

Connect with Newton Cheng:

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/newtoncheng

[Instagram] newtoncheng

[Recent Talk] https://youtu.be/I6QJfpDki2I

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In Episode 14, Marc Michaelson, Founder of "LEAD LIFE FIRST" and arguably the Godfather of Workplace Well-being, illuminates five transformative shifts for navigating the future of Workplace Wellness, among other timely topics.

Our forward-looking conversation offers a strategic blueprint for leaders of all levels and disciplines, especially Workplace Wellness and HR professionals and Executive Coaches.

Topics we explored include:

• "Five Transformative Shifts" we need to embrace to cultivate healthy, high-performing organizations.
• Marc's "LEAD YOURSELF FIRST" model for personal, team, and organizational well-being.
• Why the Workplace Wellness leader role is more than a "back office function."
• How Workplace Wellness and HR leaders can become "Strategic Business Advisers" to senior leadership.
• Marc's "Memo of Promise" to Workplace Wellness leaders.
• Breaking down siloes to ensure Workplace Wellness is everyone's responsibility.
• Critical pain points executives are experiencing today on a personal and professional level.
• Ways in which executives can elevate well-being as a cultural pillar.
• Approaches for effectively "showing up" to those we lead and coach.
• Skills People leaders and coaches should be honing today.

[GUEST BIO] Marc Michaelson

Marc Michaelson is a distinguished professional with a remarkable career spanning over four decades in the realm of human and organizational development.

He was one of the original founders of the Workplace Wellness movement in 1978, pioneering a new approach to wellness and well-being that has transcended conventional boundaries over the past four decades.

In a landscape characterized by a constant evolution in wellness, organizational development, leadership, and management, Marc's dedication to lifelong learning keeps him at the forefront of trends and innovations.

His foresight led to the introduction of the groundbreaking concept of Intergenerational Intelligence (IGQ) in 2019, redefining cross-generational communication and fostering collaborative environments enriched by diverse perspectives, mutual mentoring, and support for intergenerational well-being education.

Among Marc's many influential programs is the D3 Leadership Learning program, which integrates total life well-being with leadership principles and strategies for leadership development. With this fusion of skills, leaders gain a balanced foundation for success on both a personal and professional level.

His forthcoming book, "The Art of Pivoting To Generative Purpose: Navigating Meaning and Well-Being in an Era of Longevity," set to be released in Spring 2024, promises to guide individuals on a transformative journey toward embracing generative purpose and well-being in the face of extended lifespans.

Collaborating with Marc Michaelson means embarking on a journey that explores the integration and alignment of total life planning, well-being, and success for a lifetime.

You can learn more about and connect with Marc via LinkedIn.

[LinkedIn] https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-michaelson-2a18651/

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