Summary: Show Quote: I like to solve problems. I know it is a skill set, but it’s also an obligation. I grew up with parents who believe that you don’t simply complain: you try to find solutions and fix what’s in front of you. –Stacy Abrams In this episode, we explore the work and journey of the inner work required for fixing you. Faust Ruggiero joins us for the conversation. Faust shares his perspective on where we go wrong and some of the strategy that can help us get back on track. As Faust mentions, it is important for leaders to contemplate the fact that everything we need is inside of us. As leaders in pursuit of excellence, the journey begins by an honest self-reflection of who we are and how we show up. As you are probably aware, one of the most effective tools a leader has is the ability to self-reflect. Listen in as we discuss: * The importance of understanding energy distribution * The need to create internal shifts before executing external shifts * Why you should take yourself off autopilot * Learning to be comfortable with being uncomfortable * Physically, intellectual and emotional balancing * Importance of getting away from your biases * And more! About Faust: My professional career spans over forty years.I have counseled clients ranging in age from five, and into senior living. I have counseled people and families in inpatient facilities, prisons, substance abuse counseling centers, in nursing homes, provided employee assistance programs to major corporations, and have extensive experience providing I continue to provide counseling services for veterans, first responders, law enforcement, and other emergency personnel. I have taught at the college level, and am published in several research journals. Connect with Faust: https://www.faustruggiero.com/media-appearances.html (https://www.faustruggiero.com/media-appearances.html) About Rhonda: Rhonda Y. Williams is a former Chief Nursing Officer and hospital CEO. With 20+ years of leadership experience, Rhonda has personally experienced the joys and the stress. Today, Rhonda is an emotional intelligence strategist, and she is known as The Stress-Free Leader. Rhonda coaches’ leaders who are ready to STOP THE MADNESS and reconnect with the joyful, purposeful part of leading. She also works directly with teams who are ready to explore the organizational and bottom-line benefits of creating a stress-free culture. Additionally, she is the host of The Coffee with Rhonda Show. Thanks for listening! It means so much to us that you listened to our podcast! If you would like to continue the conversation with us, head on over to http://www.thestressfreeleader.net (http://www.thestressfreeleader.net/). With this podcast, we are building a leadership community of change champions inspired to embrace a culture of stress-free leading. If you know someone who would benefit from this message, or would be an awesome addition to our community, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a note in the comment section below! If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe on the podcast app on your mobile device. Click the image below to subscribe AND leave your review! (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-stress-free-leader-podcast/id1544378606) We appreciate every bit of feedback to make this a value-adding part of your day. Ratings and reviews from our listeners not only help us improve, but also help others find us in their podcast app. If you have a minute, an honest review on iTunes goes a long way! We read every review and honor the feedback we receive. Thank You!!
