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What if I told you that the most successful leaders are often the ones people fear most? In this raw and revealing episode of Leadership Presence, I pull back the curtain on how early childhood experiences and attachment styles create unconscious behavior patterns that can turn brilliant executives into emotional time bombs. Through the gripping story of "Derek" - a charismatic leader whose childhood wounds turned boardroom meetings into minefields - you'll discover why your body keeps the score of every unhealed experience and how these invisible patterns are sabotaging your leadership authenticity.
This isn't your typical leadership advice - this is the deep, transformative inner work that separates reactive managers from truly impactful leaders who build trust through vulnerability and emotional mastery.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn how to identify the unconscious behavior patterns from your childhood that are creating leadership limitations and damaging team dynamicsDiscover the 5-step process for recognizing emotional triggers and transforming survival-based reactions into conscious leadership choicesUncover why micromanagement, delegation challenges, and hyper-independence often stem from early attachment styles and how to rewire these patterns for grounded leadershipThis deep dive into the unconscious patterns that shape our leadership is just the beginning of your inner work journey. When you start recognizing these old wounds and survival strategies, you create space for the kind of grounded leadership that transforms not just your own experience, but the entire culture around you.
What childhood patterns might be quietly running your leadership show, and how different could your impact be once you bring them into conscious awareness?
Ready to continue this transformative work? Connect with me on social media for more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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What if I told you that your biggest leadership struggles—the micromanaging, the sleepless nights worrying about team perception, the emotional distance you can't seem to bridge—aren't actually leadership problems at all?
In this transformative episode of Leadership Presence, I'm revealing the psychological forces that are secretly running your leadership show. Discover all about attachment styles and how your earliest relationships are unconsciously dictating your leadership behaviors right now. This is the inner work that separates truly grounded leaders from those who are just performing leadership.
If you've ever wondered why certain feedback triggers you, why you either trust too quickly or struggle to trust at all, or why you feel like you're constantly proving your worth as a leader, this episode will be a game-changer. I'm Janet Ioli, and I'm about to show you how your childhood survival strategies are playing out in your corner office.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn the three core attachment styles and discover exactly how each one is sabotaging your leadership presence and team dynamicsUncover the unconscious patterns from your early childhood experiences that are driving 95% of your leadership behaviors, from delegation challenges to emotional distanceDiscover how to build new neural pathways that support emotional mastery and grounded leadership, breaking free from the survival adaptations that no longer serve youReady to dive deeper into this transformative inner work? Connect with me on Instagram @leadershipcoachjanet and share your biggest takeaway from today's episode—I'd love to continue this conversation with you.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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You're a seasoned executive who's weathered countless storms, made million-dollar decisions under pressure, and built your reputation on steady leadership presence. But mention that upcoming keynote, and suddenly you're that terrified kid in third grade again, voice barely above a whisper, palms sweating at the thought of all those eyes on you.
Your voice is either your greatest leadership asset or your biggest liability. And most leaders have no idea which one theirs is.
My guest Jimmy Cannon has spent over a decade cracking the code on why accomplished executives still struggle with performance anxiety and what to do about it. He's not just a voice coach—he's a behavioral therapist who understands that managing leadership anxiety starts with understanding the deep connection between your nervous system and your vocal cords.
What Jimmy reveals in our conversation will change how you think about executive presence forever. We're talking about somatic techniques that immediately calm your system, voice training exercises that build natural authority, and why the way you breathe before speaking can make or break your leadership self confidence.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn the three-part breathing technique that instantly signals your nervous system to relax and transforms your speaking presence in under 30 secondsDiscover how to access your "chest voice" for natural executive presence that commands respect without trying too hardUncover the connection between your physical voice and leadership self confidence that most coaching executive leadership programs completely missWhat's one speaking situation that still makes your heart race, even though you've mastered so many other aspects of leadership? If today's conversation resonated with you, I'd love to continue this dialogue—connect with me on LinkedIn where I share more insights on the inner work of leadership that creates lasting impact.
More About Jimmy Cannon
Jimmy Cannon helps business leaders and entrepreneurs overcome nerves and master their voice for powerful group presentations. As a seasoned public speaking coach and stage performer, Jimmy understands the anxiety many feel when stepping in front of an audience. Through his Cannon Method, he guides clients to speak with confidence and clarity, helping them connect authentically, command attention, and ultimately close more deals.
Connect with Jimmy
https://jimmycannon.com
https://www.youtube.com/@jimmycannonvoicecoach
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimmycannon
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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Are you drowning in uncertainty while everyone expects you to be the calm in their storm? In the third episode of this three-part series, I talk about leading through change and uncertainty when you're battling your own leadership anxiety behind closed doors. Hear what it really takes to maintain executive presence when everything feels like it's falling apart. Whether you're navigating government transitions, organizational chaos, or any limbo that has you questioning your leadership self confidence, this episode is your roadmap to transforming panic into presence.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn the difference between communicating with "clarity and care" versus falling into leadership despair—and why this distinction could save your team's moraleDiscover how to create "micro certainties" that anchor your people when everything else feels unstable, giving you practical tools for authentic leadership during crisisUncover the secret to "holding your own center" so your energy becomes your greatest leadership asset instead of your biggest liability when managing leadership anxietyWhat resonates most with you from today's conversation—is it the idea of creating micro certainties, or maybe the reminder that your energy speaks louder than your words? If this episode spoke to your heart, I'd love to connect with you over on LinkedIn where I share more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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The ground is shifting beneath your feet. Contracts are uncertain. Funding is up in the air. And as a leader, you're expected to have all the answers when you're barely keeping your own head above water. In this raw and powerful episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to lead when the world feels like it's in free fall.
In this episode, you will:
Learn the three pillars of internal career security that make you invincible regardless of job market chaos or organizational upheavalDiscover how to transform uncertainty into your competitive advantage by staying visible and valuable when others are hiding in the shadowsUncover the one reflection question that will shift your entire leadership approach and help you rise above any crisis with unshakeable confidenceReady to stop letting external circumstances control your leadership destiny? Connect with me on LinkedIn to continue your journey of mastering the inner work of leadership and building unshakeable presence.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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Right now, seasoned executives everywhere are waking up in the middle of the night with that familiar knot in their stomach, wondering if their teams will survive the next policy shift or funding cut. In this raw and honest episode, I don't sugarcoat the reality that many leaders are facing. I dive straight into the messy, uncomfortable truth about managing leadership anxiety when your entire professional world feels like it's hanging by a thread.
If you're tired of generic leadership advice that tells you to "just stay positive" while your nervous system is screaming danger signals, this episode is your lifeline. I’ll address what's really happening in your body and mind when uncertainty takes over, and more importantly, I’ll show you how to lead authentically from that space instead of pretending everything is fine.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn the three powerful grounding techniques that bring you back to center when anxiety starts spiraling out of controlDiscover how to differentiate between feeling scared and being led by fear so you can maintain your leadership presenceUncover why grieving what you thought was certain is actually essential work that most leaders skip—keeping them stuck in cycles of overwhelm and reactivityThis isn't just another leadership episode—it's a permission slip to be human while still being the steady presence your team desperately needs.
If this episode resonated with you and you're ready to dive deeper into the inner work of authentic leadership, I'd love to connect with you. Follow me on LinkedIn or visit my website janetioli.com for more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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What if everything you've been taught about leadership is actually holding your team back? Join me as I sit down with Mike Abrashoff, former Navy commander and bestselling author of "It's Your Ship," who shattered traditional leadership paradigms by asking one simple question: "What do you think?" When Mike took command of USS Benfold, it was near the bottom of Navy performance metrics with an abysmal 8% retention rate. Through his revolutionary leadership approach of empowering his crew rather than controlling them, he transformed it into the best ship in the Navy—and his insights are even more crucial for today's executives than they were two decades ago.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn how to create a culture of ownership where team members step up and drive performance without micromanagementDiscover how to break free from command-and-control leadership that drives away top talent in today's workplaceUncover the counterintuitive strategy that allowed Mike to reduce his workload by 70% while dramatically improving performanceMike's profound wisdom about "excellence without arrogance" offers exactly what today's leaders need—connect with me on LinkedIn or subscribe to my Power Presence Academy newsletter for more insights on leading with less ego and more soul.
Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode HERE.
More About Mike Abrashoff
Mike Abrashoff is at the center of one of the most remarkable modern day stories of organizational transformation.
At 36, he was selected to be Commander of USS Benfold and was the most junior commanding officer in the Pacific fleet. The challenges of this underachieving destroyer were staggering, with low morale and the highest turnover rate in the Navy. Few thought the ship could improve. Yet 12 months later it was ranked #1 in performance -- using the same crew. How did Mike do it? By replacing command and control leadership with commitment and cohesion. The lesson was clear: Leadership matters and culture is everything.
Since leaving the Navy, Mike has worked with over 1200 organizations instilling leadership initiatives at every level – achieving phenomenal change in unexpected places. Leaders especially identify with Mike being accountable for results in an environment where he couldn’t make the rules. He focused on the one thing he could influence: his crew’s attitude, because culture is the ultimate competitive weapon for any organization. That’s why Wall Street Journal, Fast Company and others have cited Mike’s story. It’s also why Mike is so popular with such a wide range
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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When was the last time you heard your true inner voice speaking through all the noise of expectations? In today's powerful episode of Leadership Presence, I (Janet Ioli) share the thunderbolt moment that changed everything for me—losing my father at age 60 before he could enjoy the retirement he'd been waiting for. This wake-up call sent me on a journey to discover my authentic leadership voice beneath layers of conditioning about being "nice," "pretty," and "agreeable." If you've been shape-shifting to please others or wearing masks of perfection in your leadership role, this episode offers the soul work needed to break free and lead with genuine presence.
In this episode, you will be able to:
Learn the exact process for creating your personal leadership manifesto that grounds you in who you truly are and what you stand forDiscover how to identify and shed the masks you've been wearing that no longer serve your authentic leadership journeyUncover the powerful question your 90-year-old self wants you to answer about what truth you're avoiding in your leadership right nowWhat mask have you been wearing in your leadership journey that no longer feels true to who you are? I'd love to hear your reflections on this deeply personal work of uncovering your inner voice.
For more resources on authentic leadership and to continue this important conversation, join me on LinkedIn where I share weekly leadership insights.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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Do you find yourself constantly seeking approval before making decisions at work? In this transformative episode of Leadership Presence, I tackle the confidence-crushing habit of seeking external validation in the workplace. I share the story of "Tanya," a brilliant executive who remained stuck in perpetual approval-seeking mode, and reveal the four powerful tools that can help you break free from this leadership trap.
In this episode, you will be able to: Learn the difference between gathering valuable feedback and the soul-draining habit of requiring constant approval from others. Discover how to create a self-reference point that grounds you in your own voice before important meetings. Uncover the reward-loop rewiring technique that builds your self-trust muscle even when nobody else is applauding your decisions.
If you're tired of diluting your voice and delaying your impact while waiting for others to validate your worth, this episode offers the roadmap to authentic confidence you've been searching for.
I'd love to continue this journey with you—join me on LinkedIn where we dive deeper into these transformative leadership principles, or sign up for my weekly insights newsletter at janetioli.com to receive exclusive strategies for mastering the inner work of leadership.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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Ever stood at your own success party and talked people OUT of celebrating you? That's exactly what I did at my own book launch, paralyzed by a merciless inner critic that had me rewriting the same book SIX times over SEVEN years. In this raw and revealing episode, I pull back the curtain on my battle with self-criticism and share the exact moment I realized my inner critic (whom I named "Esmeralda") was sabotaging my leadership and creative voice. Even after coaching C-suite executives at Fortune 200 companies, that voice telling me "I'm not good enough" still tried to drown out my achievements. The journey to authentic leadership isn't about silencing your critic forever—it's about recognizing it and moving forward anyway.
In this episode, we cover:
Why your inner critic gets loudest right before your most important leadership moments, and the counterintuitive approach that turns down its volumeMy embarrassing confession about what I said to guests at my own book launch party (and how it reveals the sneaky way imposter feelings show up even after achieving success)The simple naming technique that instantly creates distance between you and your critical inner voiceHow trying to avoid criticism actually smothers your authentic leadership voice and creative expressionThe question I ask myself whenever self-doubt creeps in that instantly reconnects me with my leadership purpose and silences criticismConnect with me on LinkedIn or join my monthly newsletter for exclusive strategies that go beyond what we cover in the podcast—because your leadership journey matters, especially when your voice shakes.
About the Leadership Presence podcast
Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with less ego and more soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“You probably have the skills you need to take it to the next level because you've gotten this far. So, at least believe in yourself enough based on the evidence to know that you're gonna make it through. ” - John Tarnoff
In this episode, I talk to John Tarnoff, executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author, who helps mid-career professionals land better jobs and build more meaningful, sustainable careers. We talk about the realities of ageism in the workplace and practical strategies for career reinvention when you are 50+.
You'll hear John talk about how to find your next steps when you’re at the top of your game but others think you’re at the age to be on your way out. We’ll also discuss ways to move toward what is presenting itself for you now.
In this episode:
How John went from the entertainment industry to becoming a mid-career transition coachDoing the inner work necessary to identify what’s next for your careerHow to reconcile with your past and let go of your limiting beliefsHow to defy and overcome ageism as a mid-career job seekerWays to leverage networking and thought leadershipTips to help you reenter the workforce after a breakCreating your own personal board of directorsLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
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John Tarnoff is a reinvention career coach who provides career counseling for baby boomer and late career professionals looking to defy ageism, work beyond retirement, and pivot to a new job or new business as a second act or encore career. Fired 39% over the course of his 40-year career as a Los Angeles-based entertainment industry executive, John learned the secrets of turning setbacks into successes.
Learn more at johntarnoff.com.
Check out his book, Boomer Reinvention: How to Create Your Dream Career Over 50.
Watch his TEDx Talk, The Kids Are Still Alright: Success Strategies for Boomers in the 21st Century.
Connect with today’s guest on LinkedIn: John Tarnoff
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“It all starts and ends with our awareness.” - Brian Cunningham
You’ve heard of IQ. Maybe EQ. But have you considered the importance of your AQ?
In this episode, I talk to Brian Cunningham, an author who went from working as a parking lot attendant at a hospital to being the hospital’s CEO for over 10 years. You'll hear Brian talk about why IQ and EQ are not enough–he introduces what he calls the Awareness Quotient (AQ) and its importance to our success.
In this episode:
How Brian’s study of leadership took him from parking lot attendant to CEOThe different expressions of leadership based on levels of awarenessDefining awareness How to leverage your attention Using intense focus to better serve others as a leaderHow being intentional will help you expand your leadership Applying AQ in the four key domains of our experience in lifeLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
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In Brian Cunningham’s journey from parking lot attendant to CEO, he studied the leadership experience at every level. His commitment to serving and collaborating with others through higher levels of leadership led to the development of a revolutionary model for genuine leadership growth, the Awareness Quotient (AQ) Model.
Check out Brian’s books.
Connect with today’s guest on LinkedIn: Brian Cunningham
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ The reality is you're going to work with people you don't like, it's inevitable. But you always have a choice. You can let those relationships drain your energy. You can let them impact your reputation and how you're seen by your boss, or you can be strategic about how you navigate them.”
In this episode, I talk about the complicated yet unavoidable times when you need to work with someone you don’t like or trust. I share five things that will help you better navigate these tricky situations so you can maintain a positive leadership presence.
These tips will go a long way in helping you “not take the bait” and maintain perspective and composure when dealing with people you’d prefer not to interact with at all.
In this episode:
The issues Jason had with a colleague who drove him nuts#1 Shift your mindset#2 Understand what drives that person#3 Engage before you need something#4 Pick your battles and let go of the small stuff#5 Set boundaries and be direct when neededLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ They come to my courses, usually they want to be better leaders. They want to have better and more effective teams. They want to change the corporate culture, but in the end they talk about their mothers, their fathers, their spouses, their children, their life.”
In this episode, I talk to Manfred Kets de Vries; executive coach, psychoanalyst, and Distinguished Clinical Professor of Leadership Development and Organizational Change at INSEAD.
You'll hear Manfred discuss the human condition, how to bring up the best in people and in yourself, what it takes to be a good and fulfilled leader, and the benefits of group coaching.
In this episode:
How Manfred’s life’s calling was shaped by witnessing the leadership in WWIIThe current state of leadership and its impact on the worldThe benefits of longer group coaching programs over 1:1 coachingStorytelling for changeMajor decisions, inner work, and what truly mattersHow your relationships impact your lifeContemplating what makes an effective leaderUsing 360º and 720º questionnaires as a starting pointAccepting your dark side to become a better leaderThe 7C framework of leadershipLeadership is a team sport, rely on your team Die young as late as possibleAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
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Manfred Kets de Vries is a leading expert on executive development, combining insights from economics, management, and psychoanalysis to offer fresh perspectives on leadership, organizational dynamics, executive coaching, and existential dilemmas. A pioneer in team coaching and education, he's the Distinguished Clinical Professor at INSEAD, a six-time recipient of INSEAD’s Distinguished Teacher Award, and author of over 50 books.
Get to know the Kets de Vries Institute.
Learn about Manfred’s 50+ books.
Connect with today’s guest on LinkedIn: Manfred Kets de Vries
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“Mistakes are inevitable, but they don't have to define you. What does define you is how you handle them.”
In this episode, I talk about how to navigate the times you make a big mistake that impacts you and others in your organization.
We’ll cover how to take responsibility with clarity and confidence instead of reacting emotionally; and how to own your mistake, fix it, and move forward instead of spiraling into self-doubt and panic.
In this episode:
The time I accidentally blindsided a group of senior executivesLesson #1: Pause before reactingLesson #2: Own the mistake directly without over apologizingLesson #3: Fix it without making it bigger than it isLesson #4: Learn the deeper lessonLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ The truth is feedback isn't supposed to feel comfortable. Growth is never comfortable. If you can learn to take feedback without letting it throw you and if you can hear it, process it, and take what's useful without getting defensive, you'll rise faster than you ever imagined.”
In this episode, I talk about getting feedback from your boss, especially when it’s a tough pill to swallow. Every leader will face this no matter where they are in their career, so I’m sharing some tools to help you navigate this situation when it arises without getting defensive or letting it derail your confidence or motivation.
In this episode:
A time when I got some feedback that upset meTool #1: Catch your emotional reaction and don't let it drive youTool #2: Ask yourself, What's the real message here?Tool #3: Don't dismiss feedback just because you don't like itTool #4: Separate feedback from your self-worthTool #5: Decide. Do I need to act on this or let it go?And more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ Your leadership presence is built not just on what you say or how good you are at your job, but on how you show up consistently.”
In this episode, I talk about professionalism and etiquette, because the subtle ways you communicate respect, credibility, and authority without even realizing it can make or break you as a leader. You’ll learn what these intangible signals are and how to sharpen your leadership presence.
In this episode:
Why professionalism and etiquette are crucial for leadershipWhen Mark’s leadership presence crumbledRespecting other people’s time and schedulesThoughtful and respectful communicationBeing fully present and engagedMaking sure to follow throughMaintaining professionalism in difficult momentsA challenge to help you sharpen your leadership presenceLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ I have been a card carrying member of the Walking Dead myself. I know what that is like. That's why I do the work that I do today, which is to awaken people to their passion and purpose and then inspire them to make a contribution worthy of their one precious life.” - Dr. Alise Cortez
In this episode, I talk to Dr. Alise Cortez, the Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto, NOW!, an inspirational speaker, organizational logotherapist, social scientist, author, and podcast host. You'll hear Dr. Alise talk about how we can go about finding more meaning in our lives and in our work. She’ll also share some powerful practices and exercises to help ignite your purpose.
In this episode:
Understand logotherapy and its teachings Dr. Alise’s early onset midlife crisis (which may sound familiar)A cry for meaning and some powerful practices to help you find itWhy finding meaning and purpose is so important in our life and workThe 3 sources of meaningBeing fulfilled by being part of something biggerWays to activate meaning and create greater purpose inside organizationsPurpose statement X mission statement X vision X valuesAnd more!Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
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Dr. Alise Cortez is the Chief Ignition Officer at Gusto, NOW!, a management consulting firm specializing in the activation of meaning and purpose. She is also an inspirational speaker, organizational logotherapist, social scientist, author, and host of the Working on Purpose podcast.
Learn more about her and her work at alisecortez.com. You can also find all her books here.
Listen to the episode where I was a guest on Dr. Alise’s Working on Purpose Podcast: Got Soul? Unlock the Power of Your Wise Self as a Leader.
Connect with today’s guest on LinkedIn: Dr. Alise Cortez.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ Leadership isn't just about doing great work. It's about building relationships, understanding the dynamics around you, and strategically positioning yourself and your ideas.”
In this episode, I talk about something lots of people dread: workplace politics. To help you better navigate workplace dynamics with integrity, I’m sharing the story of a client who faced the challenge of engaging in workplace politics, as well as 3 practical tips so you, too, can face it while staying true to yourself.
In this episode:
Workplace politics is a reality in every organizationHow James and his team stopped being a best-kept secret with integrity#1 Build relationships before you need them#2 Understand the unwritten rules#3 Engage in politics but draw boundariesA question to help you to better engage in workplace politics as a leaderLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Resource Links:
Learn more about the book I mentioned, The Secret Handshake: Mastering the Politics of the Business Inner Circle, by Kathleen Kelley Reardon.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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“ Uncertainty is part of the journey, but it doesn't have to derail you. When you do the inner work to remain centered and grounded, you lead with courage, clarity, and calm, even in the face of the unknown.”
Nothing in our world is certain. While we like to believe we have things under “control”, our environment is filled with unexpected influences that topple even the best intended plans, strategies, and projections. In this episode, I talk about one of the most important skills a leader can have: the ability to navigate uncertainty. We’ll explore what it takes to lead through uncertainty, why doing your own inner work is key and how you can develop the capacity to stay grounded in the unknown.
In this episode:
An important lesson I learned while leading through uncertainty Why doing inner work on yourself is key to navigating uncertaintyStrategy #1: Anchor yourselfStrategy #2: Communicate openlyStrategy #3: Focus on what you can controlLeadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.
Connect with Janet Ioli:
Website: janetioli.com
Linkedin: Janet Ioli
Instagram: @janetioli
Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.
If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.
If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.
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