📄 Episode Description:

What does it mean to be a trauma-informed leader?

In this episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II breaks down the essential elements of trauma-informed leadership. This approach prioritizes psychological safety, empathy, and clear boundary setting in the workplace. Too often, leaders confuse compassion with emotional absorption, ending up drained, overwhelmed, or unclear about where responsibility ends and enmeshment begins.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that you can foster trust and safety for others without carrying the emotional weight of everyone’s experiences. Dr. Lee provides tools, mindsets, and boundary language to help you lead with presence and protect your emotional well-being.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What trauma-informed leadership looks like in action
• How trauma shows up in the workplace—and what leaders often miss
• The difference between being a safe leader and a savior
• Practical ways to hold space without holding stories

Key Quotes:

Topics Covered:

• Recognizing trauma responses in work behaviors
• Setting boundaries with empathy
• Cultivating resilience without burnout
• The power of intentional leadership in healing environments

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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📄 Episode Description:

Leadership doesn’t pause for personal pain. But what happens when the person others rely on is also the one quietly holding grief, burnout, trauma, or emotional exhaustion?

In this deeply personal episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II explores the reality of leading while healing. He discusses the tension between being strong and being human, and how emotional intelligence can help leaders honor their own stories while still showing up with integrity and impact.

This conversation is for every leader who has ever held it together at work while falling apart inside—and for those who believe you shouldn’t have to choose between being effective and being whole.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why healing and leadership are not mutually exclusive
• The cost of ignoring your own pain while trying to lead others
• How to set boundaries, seek support, and still show up with strength
• Practices for emotional regulation and self-compassion in high-pressure roles

Key Quotes:

Topics Covered:

• The myth of emotional neutrality in leadership
• Navigating leadership responsibilities while grieving, recovering, or growing
• Strategies for staying emotionally grounded when you're hurting

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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📄 Episode Description:

They may seem small—an offhand comment, a loaded compliment, a “joke” that lands too sharply—but microaggressions cut deep, especially in the workplace. In this episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II unpacks the silent damage caused by microaggressions and explores how leaders can create spaces where dignity, clarity, and accountability coexist.

Dr. Lee goes beyond theory and shares real-world insights on how these subtle forms of bias affect team morale, engagement, and retention—especially for people from marginalized backgrounds. This conversation is an invitation for leaders to develop the emotional intelligence and courage necessary to acknowledge the harm, interrupt the pattern, and lead more consciously.

Suppose you’ve ever struggled to explain “why that comment hurt,” or you’re unsure how to intervene when you witness exclusion. In that case, this episode provides clarity, language, and leadership strategies for responding with integrity.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What microaggressions are—and why they’re not “micro” at all
• The impact of repeated, subtle bias on trust, belonging, and performance
• How to identify microaggressions in yourself and others
• Steps to foster accountability without shame or defensiveness

Key Quotes:

Topics Covered:

• Emotional labor and code-switching in leadership
• The role of silence, tone policing, and gaslighting in organizational culture
• Scripts and frameworks for addressing harm without escalation

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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📄 Episode Description:

Every leader carries a story. Some carry scars. In this powerful episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II delves into how unresolved trauma—whether personal, generational, or workplace-related—can influence our leadership presence. More importantly, he offers a roadmap for transforming adversity into purpose, pain into power.

Drawing from his own lived experiences and coaching work, Dr. Lee discusses how trauma-informed leadership isn’t just about what you've survived—it's about how you rise, rebuild, and lead with intention. If you’ve ever questioned whether your past disqualifies you from leading, this episode will remind you that your story is your strength.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• How trauma can quietly influence leadership decisions and behavior
• The importance of self-awareness and healing in leadership
• What it means to lead with resilience—not just endurance
• Tools for turning your pain into a platform for connection and change

Key Quotes:

What to Expect:

• A compassionate look at leadership through the lens of healing
• Emotional intelligence tools for navigating your story with strength
• A message of hope and restoration for leaders navigating adversity

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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📄 Episode Description:

Leadership requires empathy, but it should never come at the cost of your emotional well-being. In this episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II unpacks the critical skill of setting and maintaining emotional boundaries in leadership—so you can show up for others without burning out or betraying yourself.

Whether you’re constantly absorbing other people’s stress, struggling to say no, or feeling emotionally drained after leading tough conversations, this episode offers the clarity and tools you need to protect your energy while staying connected and effective.

Dr. Lee walks through real-world leadership scenarios and shares mindset shifts that will help you lead with emotional intelligence and healthy detachment.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• Why emotional boundaries are essential for sustainable leadership
• The difference between empathy and emotional over-identification
• How to recognize when your boundaries are being crossed
• Practical strategies to lead with heart and protect your peace

Key Quotes:

What’s Inside:

• Examples of emotionally charged leadership moments
• Coaching tips on how to establish boundaries without guilt
• How emotional boundaries enhance team trust, respect, and performance

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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📄 Episode Description:

Have you ever wondered if you truly belong in the room—even when you’ve earned your seat at the table? In this episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II dives deep into the often-unspoken experience of imposter syndrome and how it shows up in leadership.

From high achievers who silently question their worth to professionals from marginalized backgrounds navigating unseen biases, imposter syndrome can quietly undermine confidence and effectiveness. Dr. Lee unpacks the root causes, common signs, and most importantly, strategies to lead powerfully even when self-doubt whispers in your ear.

This episode is both a reflection and a rallying cry for leaders who feel like they’re carrying the weight of excellence while questioning their right to shine.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• What imposter syndrome really is—and what it’s not
• How culture, identity, and leadership expectations intersect to fuel self-doubt
• The emotional and professional impact of leading while second-guessing yourself
• Practical tools to reframe inner narratives and embrace your authority

Key Quotes:

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Dr. Lee’s personal reflections on navigating imposter syndrome as a leader
• Emotional intelligence as an anchor for self-assurance
• Tools for managing internal criticism and external expectations

🔗 Connect & Learn More:

• Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee
• Inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

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🎙️ Episode 1: Leading from Within – The Power of Emotional Intelligence

📄 Episode Description:

In this premiere episode of Leadership Lessons, Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II unpacks one of the most critical and overlooked skills in leadership: emotional intelligence. Whether you're leading a team, managing change, or trying to build a healthier work culture, the ability to lead from within is what distinguishes transformational leaders. Dr. Lee shares his journey and offers actionable insights on how emotional intelligence drives trust, engagement, and lasting influence. You can tune in to discover how mastering yourself is the first step to leading others effectively.

📝 Show Notes:

In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

• The five core components of emotional intelligence
• How to increase self-awareness and emotional regulation as a leader
• Why empathy and clarity are essential to building high-performing teams
• Tools to lead with intention in challenging and complex environments

Key Takeaway:

Mentioned in This Episode:

• CYL Coaching & Consulting: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• Coaching, consulting, and speaking inquiries: info@mrchangeyourlife.com

🔗 Connect with Dr. Fredrick D. Lee II:

• 🌐 Website: www.mrchangeyourlife.com
• 📱 Instagram & Facebook: @drfredrickdwaneleeii
• 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mrchange
• ▶️ YouTube: youtube.com/@speakinofladyDDrLee

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