Episodes
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What if the weight of loss is holding you back from truly living? Today on The Other Side of Potential, we unpack the hidden struggles of survivor’s guilt and PTSD, exploring how unresolved trauma shapes our lives and offering a path toward healing.
In part two of the Understanding Loss series, Dr. Sharon Spano reflects on her own guilt after Hurricanes Helene and Milton, shedding light on the emotional complexities of surviving trauma and the critical need to process loss in healthy ways.
Sharing her experience with delayed PTSD following her son’s passing, Dr. Spano distinguishes survivor’s guilt from post-traumatic stress and explains how symptoms like nightmares, emotional numbness, and avoidance can surface even years later.
With a focus on seeking professional help, utilizing online resources, and connecting with others, this episode is an inspiring guide for anyone looking to transform adversity into opportunities for radical abundance!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Defining survivor’s guilt through examples from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.Dr. Spano’s guilt over evacuating and not being directly involved in recovery efforts.The emotional impact of survivor’s guilt, including self-blame, sadness, and frustration.The vital role of community connection in fostering healing.Viewing trauma and loss as opportunities for personal growth and expansion.Clarifying the distinction between survivor’s guilt and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).Dr. Spano’s experience of delayed PTSD after her son Michael’s passing.Recognizing PTSD symptoms and understanding why it’s often called the “silent killer.”Encouragement to seek professional support for unresolved trauma and loss.What to expect from future episodes in the Understanding Loss series.Transcript: Here
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SpanoSharon
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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What does it mean to truly process loss and turn it into a source of growth? In this solo episode of The Other Side of Potential, Dr. Sharon Spano delves deep into the multifaceted experience of loss and the journey toward resilience. Considering recent natural disasters and global challenges, Dr. Spano provides a heartfelt exploration of the emotions that often accompany loss and how these can serve as opportunities for growth.
Dr. Spano unpacks the concept of survivor’s guilt, exploring its emotional complexity and the toll it can take if left unchecked. Drawing from personal experiences, Dr. Spano explains the shared nature of loss and the universal struggle to process it. She also shares actionable steps to cope with survivor’s guilt, including the importance of focusing on what you can control, limiting media exposure, and attending to self-care.
This episode offers a roadmap for changing the weight of loss into a catalyst for resilience and personal growth. Tune in to this empowering conversation and learn to embrace loss as a pivotal step toward resilience and self-leadership. Tune in now!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
The shared and universal nature of loss and how survivor’s guilt manifests. Dr. Spano's experiences with survivor’s guilt as a result of the recent hurricanes.Hear practical steps for coping with survivor’s guilt and emotional overwhelm.Explore why limiting media exposure is critical for mental well-being.Discover the important role of self-care in navigating loss and guilt.Insight into non-dual thinking as a way to reframe challenging events.Learn about the impacts of persistent feelings of sadness, anger, or self-blame.Advice for taking small, meaningful actions in the face of adversity.Transcript: Here
Sharon Spano:Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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When you’re in the midst of burnout, it can be difficult to recognize the signs and take action. Things may feel the same, but with a depleted amount of overall energy to take on what you normally would. So how can we learn to recognize the signs of burnout? And how can we build resilience in the process?
Joining us today to discuss this complex topic is Dr. Gary Simonds, who, for the past 14 years, has immersed himself in the study of burnout and building resilience. He’s the author of three books on the subject, namely, Building Resilience in Neurosurgical Residents, The Thriving Physician, and Thriving in Healthcare.
Having spent the bulk of his career as a neurosurgeon, Dr. Simonds is no stranger to the toll that this type of work can take on healthcare workers. Tuning in you’ll hear him expand on the nature of burnout, why it can be so difficult to recognize, and what we can do to build resilience. To hear his insights on this complicated subject, and his advice on how to address it, be sure to tune in today!What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Why burnout isn’t a binary condition, but rather, exists on a spectrum.Indicators of burnout that Dr. Simonds learned to recognize in his peers.A breakdown of how burnout affected his team.How he helped them build resilience in weekly meetings over many months.The transformative impact that building resilience had on his team.Why repetition, consistency, and offering a range of methods are key to building resilience.Unpacking the impact the COVID pandemic had on the healthcare industry.What you can do to combat burnout at an individual level in the absence of systemic reforms.Training students to deliver compassionate care with resilience.Why finding meaning in your work acts as an antidote to burnout.How being resilient can have a positive effect on the resilience of others.Dr. Simonds's foray into fiction and how he got the idea for his book Death’s Pale Flag.The courage, grace, and humanity of his patients and their families (and why they never fail to inspire him).
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: https://garyrsimonds.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-simonds-5b0225a/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garyrsimonds/
X: https://twitter.com/garyrsimonds
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/garyrsimonds
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: twitter.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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We never understand why disasters happen, but we can use them as an opportunity to be more present, loving, and generous within our communities. Asheville has displayed the most incredible sense of community in the wake of the devastating hurricane that has squashed many homes and businesses and even taken lives.
In light of this tragedy, we welcome Wendy White back to the show to discuss her newest project, Asheville Rising, and to hear about her plans to uplift this community with love. Wendy is the CEO of Continuum Consulting Services and the founder of the non-profit organization Let’s Choose Love. Today, her focus is on helping Asheville recover from the devastation of the hurricane through an incredible initiative that shares positive stories from the community and even provides grants to people with dreams of giving back.
In our conversation, we delve into personal experiences during the hurricane, what inspired this incredible project, some of the inspirational stories Wendy captured on video, what her plans are for the videos, and so much more! Hear about the Let’s Choose Love grants, how they will work, the criteria to receive one, and how they will be monitored. We even discuss how stories of hope will inspire people to do good before hearing all about how listeners can contribute to the grant and get involved in the project. Finally, be reminded to acknowledge your feelings in order to work through trauma. Let’s use Asheville’s wonderful display of love and collaboration as an example of how we should aspire to handle similar struggles. Let’s choose love!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Wendy tells us what the hurricane in Asheville was like for her and deciding to evacuate. What inspired Wendy to create her new project and all about the interviews she conducted. The lies being told about relief organizations and how the hurricane was politicized. Wendy shares some of the inspirational stories she’s captured during this time. The love and generosity in Asheville and how the incredible community will aid in recovery. Wendy tells us about Asheville Rising and her intentions for the filming she is doing.Mass collaboration as a solution for some of these kinds of problems. The criteria for rewarding Let’s Choose Love grants for this project and how they‘re monitored. How stories of hope can inspire people to keep going through trauma and spread love too. Some ways listeners can serve this project and contribute to the grant. A reminder to acknowledge and feel your emotions if suffering from PTSD. The importance of collaboration and prioritizing serving others.Transcript: Here
Links Mentioned:
Asheville Rising Intro: https://vimeo.com/1021070632/696a397406
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Quantum leaps are those life-changing events that reshape every aspect of our existence. Collectively, are we approaching major disruptions as we should be, or are we still clinging to old ways that have zero effect on an increasingly unpredictable way of life?
Mark Monchek is our go-to guest and friend of the show for topics that transform the way we think, so it’s no surprise that he’s back with us today to help us navigate the slippery slope of unexpected quantum leaps. Mark begins by sharing his thoughts on society’s approach to quantum leaps and major life disruptions before explaining why life’s only guarantee is the consistency of change.
We discuss the value of presence and awareness and how these differ from consciousness, how to be more intuitive and less reactive in any situation, how crisis often brings out the best in us as compassionate human beings, and how Western capitalism has tried to destroy the thing all people need the most – community.
To end, we explore the possibility of a world without borders and what it would take to have cultural, economic, and political integration on a global scale, and we learn about the importance of sports, arts, and travel in cultivating a more holistic view of the world.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Unpacking quantum leaps and major life disruptions. The consistency of change, and the difference between awareness and consciousness. Understanding the value of being present in your body and any given situation. Why it’s always better to be intuitive rather than reactive. How the best in human nature often reveals itself in times of crisis. The power of community, and how Western capitalism has tried to destroy this.How carrying individualism across social boundaries impacts our ability to solve global issues. Envisioning a world without borders. Mark describes what it would take to have global cultural, political, and economic integration.The importance of travel, arts, and sports for cultivating an enriched worldview.Transcript: Here
Mark Monchek
Website: opplab.com/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/markmonchek/
X: x.com/markmonchek
Book: amazon.com/Culture-Opportunity-Grow-Business-Disruption/dp/0692811257
Links Mentioned:
Crossroads Collaboratory - Our Earthshot Moment: crossroadscollaboratory.com/
Theory U: amazon.com/Theory-Leading-C-Otto-Scharmer/dp/1576757633
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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What is a malignant narcissist? And what would America look like if it were run by someone who displays such extreme, grandiose, selfish, and destructive behavior? At such a critical time in our political history, this is a very real possibility with Donald Trump in the presidential running.
In the last episode of The Other Side of Potential, author, Ph.D. survivor, Jungian analyst, and clinical psychologist Susan Schwarts joined Sharon to share a deeper understanding of narcissism, and today, we delve into specific extreme traits that make up a malignant narcissist; in particular, Donald Trump. While we cannot offer a diagnosis of him, we do analyze some of his behavior that is indicative of such a diagnosis.
Join us for this insightful conversation as Susan breaks down the malignant narcissistic characteristics Trump possesses, the dangers of having a president who lacks empathy, the implications these characteristics will have on US leadership, and so much more! We discuss where this kind of extreme narcissism comes from and how Trump’s behavior has escalated throughout the years. Finally, Susan shares her thoughts on how America can heal from Trump’s influence and what we need to learn from it. You don’t want to miss this one, tune in now!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
The extreme narcissistic traits and characteristics Donald Trump possesses.An explanation of grandiosity and the singularity of narcissism present in Trump. His lack of empathy and inability to take responsibility and why that’s a narcissistic extreme. How narcissistic extremes impact leadership and the destructiveness of narcissism. Susan shares her thoughts on the idea of a false political world and ‘the big lie’. How extreme childhoods can promote the kind of narcissistic behavior trump displays. Why Susan believes that Trump’s behavior has escalated in his later years. What conditions have allowed Trump to become so popular in America.Why Trump’s malignant narcissistic behavior does not allow him to care about this country. The problems America will face if Trump comes into power again in the next election. How America’s reputation will be tainted if we elect this person again. Susan walks us through how American society begins to heal from this situation. What we need to learn as a nation from Donald Trump’s behavior.Transcript: Here
Additional Resources:
Website: https://susanschwartzphd.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanschwartzphd/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanschwartzphd
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanschwartzphd/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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The word “narcissist” is thrown about so often these days. Nearly everybody thinks they know someone who displays narcissistic tendencies, but narcissism is more than an inflated ego or an infatuation with one’s own reflection; it’s a serious psychological disorder.
To learn more about this deeply misunderstood mental health issue, Susan Schwartz, Ph.D., a Jungian analyst and licensed clinical psychologist, joins us. In this episode, we discuss what narcissism looks like in real life, how it manifests itself at home or in the workplace, and how you can tell if you’re in a relationship with a narcissist.
Susan also explains why narcissists often have challenges in love and difficulty in relationships, including the relationships they have with themselves, and she highlights the need to have greater compassion for the painful burden that the narcissist carries as well. For deeper insight into this complex personality disorder, tune in today!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What narcissism is and why it’s so deeply misunderstood.A narcissist's relationship with themselves and what “healthy narcissism” looks like.How to tell if you are in a relationship with a narcissist.If it’s possible to set boundaries with a narcissist effectively.Unpacking whether or not narcissists are capable of love.Insight into what it’s like to be a narcissist.The need to have compassion for the burden a narcissist carries.What to do once you realize you’re in a relationship with a narcissist.Defining gaslighting and how to know if it’s happening to you.How you can begin to recover from a painful relationship with a narcissist.Susan’s hope for narcissists who want to “find themselves.”
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: susanschwartzphd.com
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/susanschwartzphd/
Facebook: facebook.com/susanschwartzphd
Instagram: instagram.com/susanschwartzphd/
Links Mentioned:
The Absent Father Effect on Daughters: susanschwartzphd.com/product/the-absent-father-effect-on-daughters/
Imposter Syndrome and the 'As-If' Personality in Analytical Psychology: susanschwartzphd.com/product/as-if-personality-imposter-syndrome-and-illusions-in-the-mirror/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: twitter.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Women are often required to juggle multiple roles and it can be a challenge to maintain balance, especially when life throws curveballs. Today, we explore the art of rebalancing your life and finding personal and professional fulfillment with Carol Enneking, an accomplished human resources executive, trusted adviser, and author of The Rebalancing Act.
With extensive experience in HR, operations, and marketing, Carol works with companies to transform company culture and lead talent. In this conversation, she shares insights from her book, a collection of interviews about the daily juggling act women face, and offers her perspective on the pressure women feel to do it all.
We also discuss how true success can be found in doing less, strategies for saying no to your boss, combatting decision fatigue, the power of legacy, and more. Tune in for key insights and actionable tips for rebalancing your life, finding fulfillment, and redefining success on your own terms!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What inspired Carol to write The Rebalancing Act.Why women feel pressured to do it all and how more success comes from doing less. A look at the women Carol interviewed and how their answers differed based on age. The value of embracing vulnerability and asking for help and why it isn’t a weakness.Strategies for speaking with your boss (and even saying no sometimes!) How “I’m busy” can come off as arrogant and tips to help you reframe that narrative. The power of legacy and why the women who consider it are the most successful. Ways to combat decision fatigue and the positive effect of pausing. How the men Carol interviewed perceive the roles women play. What the future holds for Carol and how to contact her to talk about the book.
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: http://www.carolenneking.com/
Book: https://carolenneking.com/book/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroltenneking/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolenneking.author
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/carolenneking/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolEnnekingSpeaker
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Leadership is more than a title; it’s a continuous journey of learning and growth. No one knows this better than today’s guest, Dr. David Robertson, a respected expert in leadership science and Director of the National Leaderology Association.
With a rich background in organizational development and leadership theory, Dr. Robertson joins us today to share his insights on the science of leadership and how to overcome fear-based decision-making to achieve better outcomes. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the power of perpetual learning, and why this is the mark of a true expert and an exceptional leader.
We also dig into the various paths to leadership, from the traditional to the unconventional, how to mitigate the consequences of failure through identification and preparation, and the strengths that different personalities bring to leadership.
To hear the full scope of our fascinating conversation with Dr. David Robertson on becoming a more effective leader, be sure to tune in!What you’ll learn about in this episode:
How Dr. Robertson started the National Leaderology Association (NLA).Insights into the science behind leadership development.Unpacking the history of leadership from ancient Greece to the modern era.What makes leadership different from management, and why it matters.How fear-based decisions limit growth and innovation in organizations.The key role that risk plays in growth and innovation.Different leadership paths and the value of being a perpetual student.Recommendations on how to prepare for failure.Appreciating the strengths that different people bring to their leadership roles.How to access leadership research and theories through the NLA journal.The National Leaderology Association (NLA); how to join, fundamental teachings, and their goals.Transcript: Here
Additional Resources:
Website: www.NLAInfo.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertson76/
Links Mentioned:
Find an NLA Practitioner: https://nlainfo.org/directory
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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True beauty and strength can be found through surviving life’s struggles. Your darkest moments are the ones that ultimately define you and help you realize when your life needs to be turned around. So many people in positions of leadership battle with isolation and the constant need to strive for greatness. But there is always a need for rest, restoration, and enjoyment in order to find true fulfillment.
Today on The Other Side of Potential, we welcome Nico Van de Venne; speaker, award-winning coach, and host of The Everlasting Fulfillment Podcast. After experiencing a period of dark depression, Nico found the light and, with an incredibly vast career, he has collected nuggets of wisdom that he now shares with his clients. Acting as a confidant, Nico uses his expertise to help guide his clients toward spiritual practices that will help them enjoy the journey of life.
Today we delve into the downfalls of high achievers, loneliness in leadership, the power of meditation, how hearing other people’s struggles can help you find success, and so much more! Nico and Sharon share many similarities, including their missions to do good and help the people around them. This episode is inspiring, touching, and enlightening so be sure to tune in now!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Introducing Nico Van de Venne and sharing some similarities between him and Sharon. How Nico’s darkest days led him to start the incredibly successful business he has now. Why high achievers often hit a wall and how meditation became a turning point for Nico. How Nico gets people to move away from constant ‘striving’ to enjoyment and fulfillment. The major theme Nico is focusing in his work on at the moment: isolation in leadership. Nico shares some of the spiritual practices he finds most effective for himself or others.The importance of remembering to enjoy the journey in life and not just the destination. A little bit about Nico’s ebook that’s available on his website and what his goal of it is. He tells us about his podcast, the Everlasting Fulfillment Podcast and what his intention is. Why Nico doesn’t like to ‘fake it till he makes it’ and what his mission statement is.
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: https://nicovandevenne.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicovandevenne/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicovandevenne/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@everlastingfulfilment
X: https://x.com/NicoVandeVenne
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Travel has the power to transform. It opens your heart to compassion and understanding in ways that no book can fully capture. By immersing yourself in a new place, engaging with its people, and learning its history, you don’t just observe; you begin to empathize. The stories of a place come to life, deepening your connection and perspective.
Once again, we welcome a friend and colleague, Mark Monchek. Mark is the Founder and Chief Opportunity Officer of Opportunity Lab. He has worked with leaders from some of the most remarkable companies in the world, including Google, Apple, JP Morgan, General Electric, Goldman Sachs, and more. He’s also the author of the bestseller Culture of Opportunity: How to Grow Your Business in an Age of Disruption.
Today’s episode delves into why travel is essential for entrepreneurs and leaders, a passion shared by both Dr. Spano and Mark. Together, they explore how travel can profoundly shape your worldview, with Mark offering valuable insights along the way.
Listen in as Mark discusses how innovation emerges from embracing the unexpected, and how travel gives leaders a powerful perspective on both their significance and smallness in the world!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What listeners can expect from today’s conversation with Mark Monchek.They reflect on how different places have moved them in their lives.What Mark means when he says “travel.”He recounts his first traveling experience as a young person.The biggest “Aha” moments of his recent travels to Williamsburg, Jamestown, and Yorktown.He shares the impact climate change will have on history and how that greatly impacted him. How travel has enhanced his viewpoint and world.Last words of wisdom!Transcript: Here
Additional Resources:
Company Website: https://opplab.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmonchek/
X: https://x.com/markmonchek
Book: https://www.amazon.com/Culture-Opportunity-Grow-Business-Disruption/dp/0692811257
Email: [email protected]
Links Mentioned:
Untapped New York: https://untappedcities.com/
The Year of Living Constitutionally by A.J. Jacobs: https://www.amazon.com/Year-Living-Constitutionally-Constitutions-Original/dp/0593136748
The Year of Living Biblically by A.J. Jacobs: https://www.amazon.com/Year-Living-Biblically-Literally-Possible/dp/0743291484
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Understanding people is key to developing strong middle management leaders, an area often overshadowed by executive leadership. In today’s episode, we're joined by Jeffrey Sigel, who has built a remarkable career on this very principle.
With extensive experience in strategy and marketing, Jeff has held prominent roles at Cracker Barrel, Ahold, the Hershey Company, and Kraft Nabisco. Currently, he is the principal consultant for Proprioceptive, a consultancy focused on turning strategy into action by developing middle management excellence. He is also the author of the new book, The Middle Matters: A Toolkit for Middle Managers.
Tune in to hear Jeff's insights on how to empower middle managers, his journey through various high-impact roles, and how senior leaders can better support middle management to unlock their teams' full potential.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an accomplished leader who has mastered the art of understanding people and turning strategy into action!What you’ll learn about in this episode:
The fascinating story behind the name of Jeff’s consultancy, Proprioceptive.His career background and how he became interested in middle management.What inspired him to write The Middle Matters: A Toolkit for Middle-Managers.Jeff’s framework outlining the three roles of middle managers: doer, leader, and influencer.Common challenges faced by middle managers today (and how to address them).Adopting the perspective of your co-workers to help you problem-solve.How senior leadership can support middle management and get the most out of their teams.The power of encouraging independent thinking and decision-making.Advice to new middle managers on shifting from an achiever mindset to a learner mindset.How feedback can be used for personal and professional growth.Guidance for navigating fear and providing actionable information to leadership.
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: jeffsigel.com
Consultancy: proprioceptive.ioLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeff-sigel/
Book: jeffsigel.com/book
Newsletter: linkedin.com/newsletters/middle-management-matters-7177833178873647104
Email: [email protected]
Links Mentioned:
Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Over the past several weeks, Dr. Spano has been unpacking the fundamental Stages Framework, designed to help listeners better understand who they are and where they want to go. If you haven’t yet listened to episodes 305 through 308, we encourage you to go back and check them out, as they lay the foundation for today’s discussion.
The third tier of the Stages Framework, the Meta-Aware Tier, is often quite complex due to the stages within this tier being able to observe both concrete and subtle objects. Join Dr. Spano as she explores the four stages in the Meta-Aware Tier, why transitioning into this tier often feels disorienting, and why it’s crucial to have a concrete understanding of the framework.
She highlights how to measure human development, how different developmental perspectives can cause societal division, and why there is hope for all of us. She also expresses the need to love and forgive yourself on this journey through life.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
The focus for today’s solocast: The Meta-Aware Tier. A quick recap of the concrete and subtle tiers. The names and a brief overview of the four stages that fall under the meta-aware tier.Why transitioning into the meta-aware tier can feel disorienting.Reasons that it is important to understand the Stages Framework. A recommended read: Hours of the Universe by Ilia Delio.How we use language to measure where people are in terms of their human developmentWhy much of our division can be attributed to different developmental perspectives.Dr. Spano reflects on the series, Gunpowder, that she has been watching. An analogy to explain why someone from an early stage of development simply cannot understand the perspectives of someone at a later stage.Insight into Dr. Spano’s belief that there is hope for all of us.Having a choice of how and what we think about our circumstances.The importance of learning to love and forgive yourself on your journey through life.What Dr. Spano has learned from years of traveling and working around the globe.Details of the free one-hour virtual open house on September 23rd, 2024.Transcript: Here
Links Mentioned:
Episode 308: The Stages Matrix: The Achiever Stage
The Hours of the Universe: Reflections on God, Science, and the Human Journey
Gunpowder
The Leader's Edge Virtual Open House
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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During this episode, Dr. Sharon Spano unpacks a very important framework to support you on your journey from where you are to where you want to go. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in your career or in your life, the Stages Matrix is for you.
Having used it in her own life and coaching practice, she considers it a powerful way to find what’s next in your business and your life. The conversations leading up to this one unpacked the first two stages of the framework, and today’s discussion is about the Achiever Stage. You’ll hear the difference between being an achiever and the Achiever Stage, and how it is different from the Expert Stage.
Unpacking the strengths and challenges of this stage, Dr. Spano shares good news for high achievers, with actionable advice on how to navigate any transition you might be going through, embrace the place you are in, and find hope that you are headed towards somewhere greater.What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Who this episode is intended for: anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or at a career crossroads. What the Stages Matrix is and how Dr. Spano has used it in her own life and coaching practice.The stage that this conversation centers around: The Achiever Stage.Unpacking what The Achiever Stage means in comparison to the Expert Stage. How these identities impact decision-making. What Achievers focus on: winning, goals, and material growth. Why they are both efficient and effective.The dark side of the Achiever Stage: falling into workaholism.Entrepreneurship and business ownership as common pursuits for Achievers.Additional weaknesses that may show up in this personality type. Traits of a healthy Achiever.Why it is so common for people to chase workaholism today.The challenge of keeping the business going without risking your health and happiness. What is most important to understand about the Stages Model as high impact leaders. Why none of us are ever one thing at a time. Understanding why moving between Stages is so destabilizing. Embracing the place that you are currently in. A final point on developmental shifts: sometimes the drive for success might be from trauma.Dr. Spano’s reminder that any shadow that shows up is an opportunity for developmental growth.What to expect from the next conversation.Transcript: Here
Links Mentioned:
Episode 305: https://sharonspano.com/special-edition-series-part-one-with-sharon-spano/
Episode 307: https://sharonspano.com/unpacking-the-stages-of-human-development-in-leadership-with-sharon-spano/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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In this solo cast episode of The Other Side of Potential, Dr. Sharon Spano delves into the complex world of human development and its profound impact on leadership. Drawing from her own workplace experiences, she shares a compelling story of a challenging business relationship that highlights the importance of understanding the different stages of human development.
In today’s episode, Dr. Spano unpacks the distinct stages of human growth, particularly the expert and achiever stages, and offers valuable insights into how these stages influence decision-making, workplace dynamics, and leadership effectiveness.
Explore the different facets of the expert stage, what makes the subtle tier unique, and why it is vital for human development. Learn about navigating the emotions of the subtle tier and why people in the expert stage of development do not make for good collaborators. Tune in to discover how understanding these stages can unlock new levels of potential for you and your team with Sharon Spano.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
The importance of understanding different stages of development in leadership.How past experiences and developmental stages influence business partnerships.Learn about the difference between the expert and achiever stages of development.Discover how subtle internal emotions affect decision-making in leadership roles.What impact developmental stages have on workplace dynamics and collaboration.Hear why developmental stages are essential for improving team performance.Pitfalls of operating from an expert perspective and how it affects leadership.Insights on balancing career and personal life at various stages of development.Strategies to identify and address the developmental stage of yourself and your team.Recommendations for listeners feeling stuck in their current stage of development.
Transcript: HereLinks Mentioned:
Episode 305 – Special Edition Series Part One with Sharon Spano: https://sharonspano.com/special-edition-series-part-one-with-sharon-spano/
Episode 306 – The Impact of Your Current Stage of Human Development: https://sharonspano.com/podcast/
Terri O’Fallon: https://www.terriofallon.com/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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We can only absorb new information and implement changes based on our current mindset, way of being, and how we perceive the world around us. How you think shapes what you do, and it all depends on where you are in your current stage of human development.
Join Dr. Spano for the second installment of her four-part series as she delves into a life-changing framework, one she is deeply passionate about. This framework is designed to explore and understand your current level of awareness, guiding you on a specific path of developmental growth.
To discover why Dr. Spano is so passionate about this framework, uncover the secret to success, and learn need-to-know facts about the 12 stages of human development, be sure to tune in now.
Why Dr. Spano is passionate about this framework.She dives into the secret to our success: establishing where we are in our current stage of human development.Dr. Spano briefly unpacks the framework that will guide you down a specific path of developmental growth.She discusses a few need-to-know facts about the stages of human development.We look at a key takeaway of the 12 stages.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Transcript: HereSharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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A few weeks ago, an email was sent out announcing a special edition of this podcast designed to help high-impact leaders identify their strengths and explore areas for potential improvement. This series is directed toward anyone in a CEO or C-suite position, including entrepreneurs, digital marketers, and consultants.
These special edition episodes of The Other Side of Potential Podcast are crafted for those who genuinely want to make an impact on the world through their business. They serve as a meaningful interruption on your journey, encouraging you to embrace your identity as a high-impact leader and explore your potential, regardless of your current circumstances.
Short and to the point, these episodes will break down an important framework that Dr. Spano uses to help you understand exactly what you need to do to create an impact that resonates with you. Be sure to tune in!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Who this special edition series is aimed at.Dr. Spano shares a brief story of why she’s committed to helping high-impact leaders.Why self-leadership is vital to our success and well-being, now more than ever.What Dr. Spano means by self-leadership.The overwhelming and complex world issues of our time and how we can resolve them.The importance of high-impact leaders being properly aware and informed.Where you can reach out to Dr. Spano with specific questions and more.Transcript: Here
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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In a world with so much perpetual violence, hatred, poverty, and suffering, how can we use love to lift humanity? At the root of humanity is love and the opposite of love is not hatred, it is fear. What if we could combat that fear in order to help everyone reach the other side of their potential?
Today on The Other Side of Potential, Dr. Spano is joined by the founder and CEO of Continuum Consulting Services, Wendy White, to discuss her efforts to help solve massive world problems by reframing the idea of change for large business leaders and spreading love globally. Inspired by the events of 9/11, Wendy has dedicated her life to helping uplift her community and create a sense of collaboration to foster social change.
In our conversation, Wendy unpacks some global issues such as climate change, encourages business owners and thought leaders to reframe the way they work and how they measure success, and tells us how her incredible initiative, Crossroads Collaboratory is leveraging the idea of collaboration with fellow thought leaders to drive change in the world. She also tells us about her incredible organization, Let’s Choose Love, what inspired its creation, and how she is helping her community through incredible grants and coaching sessions. Tune in now to hear all about Wendy’s mission to create a world where love rules!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
How Wendy’s passion for the greater challenges she is combating through her work was formed within her. Why businesses have to transform the way they work and measure their success in today’s climate. How to reframe the idea of change for the business leaders who are resisting the social changes the world is inevitably leaning towards. The realities of climate change and the opinions of thought leaders Wendy is surrounded by on the issue. The importance of focusing on those who are aware of the danger of climate change, not just those denying its existence. Wendy tells us about her initiative, Crossroads Collaboratory: Our Earthshot Moment, what it’s about, and what inspired it. How to get involved in Crossroads Collaboratory and why it’s so important that people do involve themselves. Wendy tells us about her vision for her other initiative, Let’s Choose Love, and how it integrates with Crossroads Collaborative. A little bit about the incredible grants and coaching sessions that she and her company have given out through Let’s Choose Love. Our guest leaves us with some final thoughts and invites us to join her in her mission to create a world where love rules.
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: https://www.continuumcs.com/
Email Address: [email protected]
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendywhite-ccs/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Do you struggle with confidence and self-worth as a result of past events? These challenges may be hindering your happiness and success.
Today, we’re joined by Sharon Hughes, a confidence coach, self-worth expert, and bestselling author known for her multi-award-winning book, The Girl in the Garage: 3 Steps to Letting Go of Your Past. This powerful testimony reveals how she overcame years of abuse, culminating in a traumatic event at 16 when she was drugged at a party and woke up in a garage hours later.
Now, Sharon empowers others to build confidence and self-worth, enabling them to excel in leadership roles, break free from people-pleasing habits, and overcome self-doubt. In this poignant conversation, Sharon shares the steps she took to break free from the lies and limiting self-beliefs that held her back for years.
To learn how she found the strength to achieve her full potential and live a more confident and fulfilling life (and how she can help you do the same), tune in today!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
What compelled Sharon to write this book, plus an overview of the compelling story it tells.The kind of life she desired for herself and why she believed she was unlike anybody else.Two surprisingly simple questions that helped her break the cycle of guilt and shame.Inappropriate sexual advances and grooming that Sharon experienced as a child.How the process of becoming a coach helped her to empower others and set herself free.Three steps to letting go of your past, starting with what you believe about yourself.What these three steps look like in a professional leadership context.Insight into the process of reframing what we’ve been through to “find the gold.”How Sharon’s Confidence Academy can help you reclaim your self-worth.Sharon’s definition of leadership development and what it means to be a leader.Common challenges with perfectionism that women face and how to overcome them.Additional Resources:
Website: sharonhughes.net
Book: sharonhughes.net/the-girl-in-the-garage
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharon-hughes-speaker
Instagram: instagram.com/sharonhughesofficial
Called to Confidence Podcast: sharonhughes.net/podcast
Links Mentioned:
Kingdom Confidence Method
Holley Gerth Books
Janet Daughtry
Life Breakthrough Academy
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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Resilience is a vital cog of self-leadership, and empathetic, trauma-informed leadership is the best way to make wiser decisions that positively impact those who look up to you.
Welcome to The Other Side of Potential as today, we unpack the power of resilience and leadership in impacting change and fostering lasting relationships. We are honored to be joined by Malumir Logan, a people-first leader who is driven by the belief that exemplary people-centered leadership and practical high-performing efficacy go hand-in-hand. Her journey through resilience, burnout, and stress-induced medical issues has taught her valuable lessons on achieving sustainable resilience and satisfaction in life.
Malumir joins us to discuss how her significant life experiences shaped her career, and what she now tries to instill in those that follow her. We learn about Malumir's childhood experiences of race and how they affected her relationship with her parents when she first realized that her parent's home was abusive, how she dealt with it, and the moments that bred lasting resilience in today's remarkable guest. Then, we unpack Malumir's approach to leadership, why she always puts people first, how trauma-informed leadership builds safer spaces, and how to balance empathy and accountability as a leader.
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
Malumir Logan explains how her significant life experiences set the foundation for her career. A bad brush with religion, and a diagnosis that brought her clarity. How she sees race, and how society's perception of race impacted her childhood.When she first realized that her parent's home was abusive, and how she dealt with it. Understanding the moments that bred resilience in Malumir. How the work she does today stems from her passion for people.Her approach to being a leader, and how today's youth view leadership.Finding the balance between empathy and accountability.
Transcript: HereAdditional Resources:
Website: acornandburdock.ca/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/malumir-r-logan
Queen's University Profile: queensu.ca/sps/aboutpeople/logan-malumir
X: x.com/MalumirLogan
Instagram: instagram.com/malumir.logan
YouTube: youtube.com/@malumirlogan
Facebook: facebook.com/malumir.logan
Book: https://acornandburdock.ca/shop/
Sharon Spano:
Website: sharonspano.com
Facebook: facebook.com/SharonSpanoPHD
Instagram: instagram.com/drsharonspano/
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharonspano/
Book: thetimemoneybook.com
Contact: [email protected]
X: x.com/SharonSpano
The Other Side of Potential Podcast: sharonspano.com/podcast/
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