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.

Follow Shannon and Breadcrumbz:

YouTube: @mycrumbyworld

Instagram: @mycrumbyworld

Facebook: mycrumbyworld

TikTok: @mycrumbyworld

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.

In this episode, Sandra Kenly of Invest in You LLC joins me to talk about the importance of personal development and share her vision for our collective future.

00:00 - Introduction

01:02 - Meet Sandra Kenly

04:49 - Mind-blowing stat 🤯

09:28 - Ocean wave mindset

12:37 - A future of joy and abundance

16:26 - The importance of communication

19:20 - Seeking to understand

21:52 - Deposit and deplete

27:43 - Investing in yourself

32:21 - Expectation setting

38:30 - Visioning Planner download

🎉 Doing your part: What is one way you are going to invest in yourself this week?

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

In this episode, Michael Carmona of KCSourceLink joins me to talk about entrepreneurial-led economic development and to share KCSourceLink's vision for our collective future.

00:00 - Introduction

00:38 - Meet Michael Carmona

01:01 - KCSourceLink

07:10 - The impact of entrepreneurial-led economic development

10:06 - Equity in building community ecosystems

12:52 - Kansas City’s special sauce

15:45 - Becoming the most entrepreneurial city in America

19:07 - Collective impact approach

23:40 - The new collective vision

27:32 - Connecting in shared challenges

30:01 - Reaching the people on the fringes

32:00 - Living this vision

44:10 - Visioning Planner download

🎉 Doing your part: How might you support your local economic ecosystem?

👉 Grab your FREE Visioning Planner at www.myfuturehappy.com and start designing the future you want today.

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

🔗 ⁠The Resource Navigator

🔗 ⁠Classes and Events Calendar

🔗 ⁠BuyKC

🔗 ⁠KCSourceLink blog

🔗 Global Entrepreneurship Week – Kansas City

In this episode, Julie Cortés of The Freelance Exchange of Kansas City joins me to talk about all things self-employment and to share her vision for our collective future.

00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Meet Julie Cortés

03:33 - Building what she needed

06:24 - Gig economy growth

09:16 - The importance of community

12:12 - The isolation factor

15:00 - The power to change

19:30 - Global society of badasses

20:23 - Roadmap to badassery

22:45 - Overcoming barriers and mindset blocks

26:12 - The investment mindset

28:30 - Getting out of your own way

33:25 - Visioning Planner download

🎉 Doing your part: What is one area in your life you could use extra support with?

👉 Grab your FREE Visioning Planner at www.myfuturehappy.com and start designing the future you want today.

In this vibrant episode, we dive into the world of joyful living with Suzanne Castle, the creator of THE SPARKLE FACTOR®. Suzanne, a best-selling author, speaker and creator, blends brain science and possibility thinking to help people break free from overwhelm and embrace their full potential.

🎙️ In this conversation, we explore:

• The art of joyful decision-making
• Mastering the mental game to become the boss of your brain
• The power of skipping instead of running through life
• The role of relationship-keeping

Suzanne shares a powerful exercise to gain clarity and manage the whirlwind of thoughts and tasks, helping you step off the manic merry-go-round of life. Known for her infectious energy and neuroscience insights, Suzanne is a true human confetti cannon.

Discover more about Suzanne and all the amazing work she is doing over at suzannecastle.com

Want to join us at Verve this fall? Use code HAPPY to save $196 on your ticket: suzannecastle.com/verve

Join me for an inspiring conversation on how to infuse joy into our shared future together.

Imagine a world where what you wear can positively impact your mental health and empower everyone you interact with daily.

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Kimberly Wilkerson, founder of Token Clothing Co., to explore how fashion can be a powerful tool for women's empowerment.

Kimberly shares her vision of "Intelligent Fashion" and how Token Clothing Co. is revolutionizing the industry with two impactful lines: Pajamas with Purpose™ and I AM Tees™.

Discover how Token Clothing Co. fuses empowering language with beautiful apparel to help women overcome limiting beliefs and negative self-talk.

Key highlights include:

• How Intelligent Fashion can disrupt traditional industries and empower individuals.
• The role of everyday routines and tools in creating positive change.
• Insights into Token Clothing Co.’s upcoming lines and their mission to create a future for flourishing.

Don't miss this conversation about using fashion as a means to uplift and inspire.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free I AM Printable
• Token Clothing Co. Website