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“When you start with yourself—asking who you are and how you want to show up—it naturally makes it easier to show up authentically in all other areas. It creates flow because you’re in tune with your essence and purpose, and that naturally extends to how you show up for others.” Selena Blackmore Selena Blackmore is an intuitive life and transformation coach who helps individuals reconnect with their life purpose. Selena spent nearly 20 years in the corporate world, constantly seeking new challenges. However, she ultimately felt unfulfilled by the persistent politics and lack of connection to her values, realizing her calling lay elsewhere. Having a personal conversation about meaning, freedom, and legacy is crucial, whether we decide to be independent professionals or continue in the corporate world. Being true to ourselves is more than just a career move—it’s a lifelong path of growth that helps us stay aligned with who we truly are. Read the article: Show Up for Myself: Selena Blackmore on Becoming Independent and Finding Purpose - https://lnkd.in/dPiJpJGW

When we constantly prioritize others' expectations over our needs, we become mentally and emotionally exhausted, leaving little room to focus on what truly matters to us. In this episode of Pity Party Over we explore how embracing authenticity and purpose can lead to both personal and professional freedom, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. Our guest today is Selena Blackmore, an intuitive life and transformation coach who helps individuals reconnect with their life purpose. Selena spent nearly 20 years in the corporate world, constantly seeking new challenges. However, she ultimately felt unfulfilled by the persistent politics and lack of connection to her values, realizing her calling lay elsewhere. Having a personal conversation about meaning, freedom, and legacy is crucial, whether we decide to be independent professionals or continue in the corporate world. Being true to ourselves is more than just a career move—it’s a lifelong path of growth that helps us stay aligned with who we truly are. Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast platform. Spotify - https://lnkd.in/e2TSd4bT Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/egidqAjc YouTube - https://lnkd.in/eQGcdSZn  Amazon Music - https://lnkd.in/eMx_eyh6 Linktree - https://lnkd.in/dvZFJcGZ Subscribe to Pity Party Over - https://lnkd.in/dd-Z5E5K Sign up for Live Session: https://lnkd.in/dmBpZTxw Managerial & Leadership Development - https://www.alygn.company/ Contact Stephen - stephen@alygn.company Connect with Stephen - https://lnkd.in/ebTZgrjX #AuthenticityInAction #PersonalGrowthJourney #CareerTransformation #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalFreedom #LiveYourPurpose #LeadershipDevelopment #AuthenticLeadership #PurposeDrivenLife #MentalWellbeing #CareerChange #EmbraceChange #SelfAwareness #PodcastEpisode #PityPartyOver

We believe in the power of storytelling to spark change and shape destinies. Welcome to the October edition of our newsletter, where we explore the beauty of collaborative negotiations, the role of creativity in sparking innovation, and a holistic approach to diversity. How can leaders use ongoing learning and empathy to understand and relate to others? In our insightful conversation with negotiation guru and leadership expert Carolyn Goerner, Ph.D., we explore the theme of empathy in leadership and negotiation rooted in understanding and relating to others. How can we use creativity to create caring and innovative workplaces? Fateme Fateme Banishoeib, Ph.D, Pharm.D, a leading advocate for fostering creativity in the workplace, demonstrates how encouraging open discussions allows teams to access diverse perspectives and insights, leading to more creative solutions and inclusiveness. How can we build inclusive environments that harness the full potential of our diverse backgrounds and perspectives? The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work by Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D. is for leaders committed to breaking down barriers that exclude neurodivergent talent, fostering workplaces that embrace flexibility, transparency, and psychological safety for all. Pause. Learn. Move On. Stephen Matini Founder, Alygn https://lnkd.in/d8q6SSp8

“The quality of what we do, whatever it may be, depends on the quality of who we are. I’m striving to be everything I am.” Dr. Fateme Banishoeib Fateme Banishoeib, Ph.D, Pharm.D, a visionary in organizational development, underscores the transformative power of cultivating empathy, care, and creativity within workplace environments. She highlights how facilitating open discussions enables teams to tap into diverse perspectives and insights, leading to more innovative solutions and inclusive decision-making processes. When leaders shift from focusing solely on metrics to considering employees' emotional and psychological needs, workplace satisfaction, resilience, and engagement improve. https://lnkd.in/gKF6TCKB

Fateme Banishoeib, Ph.D, Pharm.D is a visionary in organizational development. She blends analytical prowess with poetic sensitivity to craft innovative work cultures through storytelling and creative methodologies. Dr. Banishoeib underscores the transformative power of cultivating empathy, care, and creativity within workplace environments. She highlights how facilitating open discussions enables teams to tap into diverse perspectives and insights, leading to more innovative solutions and inclusive decision-making processes. When leaders shift from focusing solely on metrics to considering employees' emotional and psychological needs, workplace satisfaction, resilience, and engagement improve. Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast platform: Spotify - https://lnkd.in/dFkgZfzg Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/dgUGenp5 YouTube - https://lnkd.in/dpX4pgWF  Amazon Music - https://lnkd.in/dHzCNrEz Linktree - https://lnkd.in/dvZFJcGZ Subscribe to Pity Party Over - https://lnkd.in/dd-Z5E5K Sign up for Live Session: https://lnkd.in/dmBpZTxw Managerial & Leadership Development - https://www.alygn.company/ Contact Stephen - stephen@alygn.company Connect with Stephen - https://lnkd.in/ebTZgrjX #listening #emotionalintelligence #workplaceculture #empathy #decision-making #innovation #leadership #creativity #art #futureofwork #leadershipwithcare #fatemebanishoeib #artfulcultures #culture #strategicleadership #organizationalchange #employeeengagement #newpodcastepisode #newpodcast #podcastrecommandations

“The essence of empathetic negotiation is that I need to focus on what I want and ensure that the deal allows the other person to walk away feeling good ... Empathetic negotiation is not just about resolving a conflict or negotiating once; it's about maintaining a positive, long-term relationship.” Carolyn Goerner Carolyn Goerner, Ph.D., a leadership and development expert and negotiation guru, suggests approaching conversations with curiosity. We can create a more collaborative and less adversarial environment by being genuinely interested in people's needs and perspectives rather than solely focusing on our agenda. This empathy extends into negotiations, where it's crucial to balance our needs with those of others to maintain long-term, positive relationships. https://lnkd.in/dMPzQPUV

Carolyn Goerner, Ph.D. Goerner is a leadership and development expert and negotiation guru at Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. Prof. Goerner suggests approaching conversations with a sense of curiosity. By being genuinely interested in people’s needs and perspectives rather than solely focusing on our agenda, we can create a more collaborative and less adversarial environment. Prof. Goerner emphasizes that authentic leadership requires ongoing learning and empathy, especially in understanding others' perspectives and needs. This empathy extends into negotiations, where it's crucial to balance our needs with those of others to maintain long-term, positive relationships. In a fast-paced world often dominated by transactions, Prof. Goerner advocates for authenticity. Simple gestures like offering sincere compliments or asking thoughtful questions can transform interactions from empty exchanges into meaningful connections. Listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast platform: Spotify - https://lnkd.in/dbE8QRCr Apple Podcasts - https://lnkd.in/dwDRhBAY YouTube - https://lnkd.in/dqXsrJYD  Amazon Music - https://lnkd.in/dHjQX9ba Linktree - https://lnkd.in/dvZFJcGZ Subscribe to Pity Party Over - https://lnkd.in/dd-Z5E5K Sign up for Live Session: https://lnkd.in/dmBpZTxw Managerial & Leadership Development - https://www.alygn.company/ Contact Stephen - stephen@alygn.company Connect with Stephen - https://lnkd.in/ebTZgrjX #Leadership #Empathy #EmpatheticLeadership #Negotiation #Influence #Communication #ConflictResolution #Podcast #PodcastInterview #CarolynGoerner #StephenMatini #PityPartyOver #Alygn 

We believe in the power of storytelling to spark change and shape destinies. Welcome to the September edition of our newsletter, where we explore successful social entrepreneurship, the relationship between motivation & goal setting, and mindset shifts to build a world of hope and joy! How can communities leverage local leadership and sustainable practices to create prosperity? Paulinho Muzaliwa is a social entrepreneur and founder of Unidos Social Innovation Center. Paulinho’s dream is to transform refugee camps into regenerative communities where every refugee can access clean water, abundant food, and quality education. How do you sustain motivation while pursuing important goals? Prof. Emily Balcetis, author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World, views motivation as the difference between where we are and where we want to be. She warns that limiting stereotypes or narrow definitions of success can impact our motivation and ability to achieve goals. How can leaders create authentic and emotionally engaging exchanges with people? Gunnar George, a leadership development practitioner and author of the book Aha... Wow! Yes : how to accelerate learning, collaboration and transformation - towards a "world of hope and joy," believes that the most effective leadership is compassionate, inspirational, and aligned with a vision that promotes hope, joy, and sustainability. Pause. Learn. Move On. Stephen Matini Founder, Alygn https://lnkd.in/duptxZd7

“Quitting a job, ending a relationship, or shifting goals doesn’t have to be a failure; it can be a chance to start fresh with the knowledge you’ve gained.” Prof. Emily Balcetis Prof. Emily Balcetis, an award-winning social psychologist and author of Clearer, Closer, Better: How Successful People See the World, views motivation as the difference between where we are and where we want to be, warning that limiting stereotypes or narrow definitions of success impact our motivation and ability to reach goals. When addressing the challenge of sustaining motivation, Prof. Balcetis suggests balancing short-term and long-term perspectives, allowing for incremental progress while maintaining a vision for the overall objective. https://wix.to/oSwvspq