In this episode, I sit down with Vicki Landers, a healthcare advocate, coach and consultant, to explore the future of human-centered healthcare. Vicki’s deep expertise in leadership and healthcare transformation brings a fresh, essential perspective to how we approach patient care, leadership and personal growth within the healthcare system.

We discuss the need for a shift in how healthcare professionals react to high-pressure situations, how we can all be better leaders by being more self-aware and why healthcare shouldn't be about stakeholders but about people, period.

Here’s what we cover:

💡 How reactions impact healthcare and the importance of stepping back before responding
💡 The power of choosing how we show up, both in healthcare and in life
💡 The role of self-awareness in leadership and patient care
💡 Why healthcare is about more than just medicine—it’s about humans caring for humans
💡 How reflection and intention can transform the healthcare environment

If you’re ready to rethink healthcare and leadership and how we can all contribute to a more compassionate, effective system, this episode is for you.

Tune in to hear Vicki’s invaluable insights on leading with purpose, making more intentional choices and creating a brighter future for healthcare professionals and the people they serve.

🎧 Listen to the full conversation and get inspired to bring more humanity and leadership into your work and life.

In this episode, I sit down with Shannon Addison, the founder of Breadcrumbz, to discuss her mission of empowering young girls to navigate life's challenges with confidence and authenticity. Shannon, an author, speaker, entrepreneur and mom, shares how her children's brand—featuring books, interactive problem-solving packets and more—helps girls build emotional intelligence, self-expression and meaningful connections.

Shannon’s unique approach encourages girls to embrace failure as a path to growth, empowering them to become kinder, stronger and more resilient. Together we explore the importance of engaging girls in honest conversations about friendship, bullying and emotional well-being.

Conversation highlights include:

🌟 Navigating the complexities of friendship rankings and yo-yo friendships

💬 Helping girls manage their emotions and deal with bullying at school

💖 Encouraging young girls to embrace their inner strength and kindness

🤝 Fostering strong, authentic relationships through self-expression and confidence

Shannon's vision is to create a future where girls are supported in becoming the best versions of themselves, grounded in kindness, self-love and community. Don’t miss this conversation on raising empowered girls who can thrive in any environment.

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YouTube: @mycrumbyworld

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In this episode, Kristi Carter Weil of First Watch Consulting Group joins me to discuss a pressing issue: the importance of mental health in ensuring our first responders can show up as their best selves during times of crisis.

00:26 - Meet Kristi

06:14 - Trauma and the Brain

09:44 - Critical Incident Exposure Stat

12:56 - Current Mental Health Landscape

17:05 - Decrease Stigma, Increase Access

20:13 - Mindset Shift for Supervisors

21:26 - The Role of Dispatchers and Call Takers

24:49 - The Ideal Trauma-Informed Response

28:25 - Supporting First Responders’ Best Selves

30:10 - The Importance of Creativity

34:48 - Roadmap to Being Well Served

37:12 - Call to Action

42:58 - National Night Out

45:55 - The Uniform Effect

51:42 - A Message for First Responders

57:01 - Visioning Planner Download

🎉 Doing your part: How will you support the First Responders in your community?

👉 Grab your ⁠FREE Visioning Planner⁠ and start designing the future you want today.