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Play for Performance

Play for Performance

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Join Jolynn Ledgerwood, certified LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® facilitator, on "Play for Performance," a podcast dedicated to transforming workplaces through play and creativity. Each episode features insightful conversations with professionals who integrate fun and innovative strategies to enhance leadership, communication, and team building. Discover how incorporating LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and other playful approaches can boost team performance, foster collaboration, and create a vibrant organizational culture. Whether you're a leader, manager, or team member, tune in to gain practical tips and inspiring stories that will elevate your workplace dynamics. Available on all major podcast platforms.

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  • From Autopilot to Alignment: Leading with Values, Curiosity, and Play with Ann Sheu

    From Autopilot to Alignment: Leading with Values, Curiosity, and Play with Ann Sheu
    Mar 31 2026
    Some careers end with a closing argument. Ann Sheu started there—and then shifted when life forced a reset. After losing her father and watching her in-laws separate, she and her husband had to confront a hard question: were they building the life they actually wanted, or just following the script.

    That moment led Ann from law into coaching and EOS implementation, where she now works with entrepreneurial families and leaders to align values, vision, and daily rhythms so success doesn’t come at the cost of the people who matter most. As a mother of four, she brings a practical lens to the real tension between ambition and family life—especially the part most plans forget: play.

    In this conversation with host Jolynn Ledgerwood, Ann explains why curiosity beats quick problem-solving, how feedback becomes normal (not personal) when it’s built into the operating cadence, and what values have to do with the triggers that show up in leadership and at home. You’ll leave with clear ways to strengthen culture, reduce friction, and make progress without burning out.

    Chapters:

    00:00 - Introduction
    00:12 - "Life's Wake-Up Calls"
    05:03 - "Embracing Values and Play"
    09:28 - "Becoming a Better, Clearer Leader"
    10:38 - Balancing Visionary Leadership Challenges
    15:40 - Work, Play, and Team Focus
    17:42 - Creating Playful Breaks
    21:11 - "Leaders Must Slow Problem-Solving"
    23:37 - "Connect Through LEGO Conversations"
    27:27 - Outro

    Quotes:

    "When you really know who you are and what you want, you can filter out the noise and distractions and truly live life intentionally."- Ann Sheu

    "Transforming workplace culture doesn’t happen overnight, but every small step toward play and connection makes a difference."- Jolynn Ledgerwood

    Key Takeaways:

    Define Success on Your Terms
    Lead with Emotional Awareness
    Normalize Open Feedback
    Infuse Play in Everyday Life
    Lead with Curiosity, Not Just Solutions
    Know Who You Are and What You Want
    Nurture Playful Engagement

    Connect with Ann Sheu
    Website: http://www.mpoweredjourney.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mpowered-journey1/

    Connect with the Host:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Jolynnledgerwood/
    Website:https://elevateyourtalent.co/

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    28 m
  • Innovation That Actually Works: Psychological Safety, Play, and Leading Across Cultures with Natalie Born

    Innovation That Actually Works: Psychological Safety, Play, and Leading Across Cultures with Natalie Born
    Mar 17 2026
    Welcome back to Play for Performance! Most leaders talk about innovation. Natalie Born builds it—one team, one country, one breakthrough at a time.

    As founder and CEO of Innovation Meets Leadership, Natalie has spent two decades working with organizations across 18 countries, turning bold ideas into results that actually stick. She holds two US patents, wrote Set it on Fire: The Art of Innovation, and specializes in the kind of facilitation that breaks down silos and gets people thinking differently.

    In this conversation with host Jolynn Ledgerwood, Natalie walks through what happens when teams stop hiding their failures and start learning from them. She explains why psychological safety isn't just a buzzword—it's the difference between a team that stalls and one that solves problems. And she shares how simple tools like empathy maps and visual thinking can unlock insights that spreadsheets and PowerPoints never will.

    The conversation moves through AI's impact on leadership, the shifting expectations of today's workforce, and why some of the best strategic work happens when you get people moving around the room instead of staring at slides. Natalie also reveals her go-to facilitation techniques, including the "open, explore, close" method that forces teams to name the elephant in the room—and actually talk about it.

    If you've ever wondered how to balance structure with creativity, or how to lead teams that span continents and cultures, this episode offers practical answers. And yes, there are stories about stepping on LEGO bricks. Let's get started.

    Chapters:

    00:00 - Introduction
    00:09 - "Bringing Out the Best"
    05:37 - "Engaging Facilitation Through Movement"
    07:41 - "Embracing Failure Fuels Innovation"
    10:08 - Rethinking Work: Flexibility and Innovation
    14:17 - "Navigating AI's Rapid Impact"
    18:38 - From Information to True Wisdom
    20:22 - "Rebuilding Humanity in Collaboration"
    23:10 - "Addressing the Elephant"
    28:48 - "Power of Drawing for Storytelling"
    31:17 - Facilitation Needs Levity
    36:02 - "Empathy: Key to Facilitation"
    36:49 - Empathy Drives Effective Change
    39:53 - "Play for Performance Farewell"
    40:06 - Outro

    Quotes:

    "When we activate creativity, we unlock potential. By stifling it, we limit what's possible."- Jolynn Ledgerwood

    "Hidden failures teach us nothing. Exposed failures show us the path forward."- Natalie Born

    Key Takeaways:

    Innovation Thrives on Diversity
    Safe Spaces Fuel Growth
    Balancing Structure and Play
    Redefining Success in a New Era
    AI is Here—Let’s Get Strategic
    Empathy as a Leadership Tool
    Fun Isn’t Optional—It’s Essential
    Keep Curiosity Alive

    Connect with Natalie Born
    Website: https://innovationmeetsleadership.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalieborn

    /Download Natalie’s free frameworks including an empathy map and change management framework here: https://setitonfire.co/

    Connect with the Host:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Jolynnledgerwood/
    Website:https://elevateyourtalent.co/

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    41 m
  • Leading from the Heart: How Creativity Transforms Workplace Culture with Dr. Erika Powell

    Leading from the Heart: How Creativity Transforms Workplace Culture with Dr. Erika Powell
    Mar 3 2026
    In this episode of Play for Performance, host Jolynn Ledgerwood engages with Dr. Erika Powell, the visionary CEO and founder of Powell Consulting Group, to uncover fresh insights into transforming workplace culture. With nearly two decades of expertise, Dr. Powell shares how she leverages creativity to drive meaningful change in leadership and team dynamics. Moving beyond conventional approaches, Dr. Powell introduces the power of hands-on creative rituals—such as painting, collage, and LEGO play—to ignite real behavioral shifts and lasting performance improvements.

    Listeners will learn how these engaging practices not only foster healing conversations but also build deeper connections, even in virtual settings. Dr. Powell's approach illustrates that leading from the heart is not just a possibility; it’s a necessity for genuine growth. Throughout the episode, you'll find practical ideas and inspiring stories that highlight the essential role of creativity in every workplace. Whether facilitating team cohesion through clay sculptures or sparking innovation via remote creative exercises, Dr. Powell proves that creativity can thrive without an art degree, offering a refreshing perspective on leadership and team engagement. Join us as we explore how creativity can transform your work environment into a hub of innovation and connection.

    Chapters:

    00:00 - Introduction
    00:09 - Rethinking Work and Learning Strategies
    03:56 - Evolution of Work and Management
    08:12 - "Boundless Creativity in Problem-Solving"
    10:36 - Defining Respect Through Collaboration
    16:08 - Creative Connection Through Art
    18:47 - Team Healing Through Clay Activities
    21:59 - "Humanizing Colleagues Through Creativity"
    26:16 - "Global Systems Communication Workshop"
    28:42 - "Measuring Impact Over Time"
    32:34 - "Embracing Creative Simplicity"
    34:32 - Outro

    Quotes:

    "Creativity is energy in motion—keep it simple, follow where your creativity leads, and let it change the conversation."- Dr. Erika Powell

    "Everyone can be right—there’s so much value in holding space for different ways of seeing, building, and creating together."- Jolynn Ledgerwood

    Key Takeaways:

    Creativity Belongs at Work
    Systems Need Creative Disruption
    Everyone Is Creative
    Bringing Values to Life
    Safe Spaces Ignite Breakthroughs
    Virtual Play Is Possible
    Simple Rituals Make a Big Difference
    Letting Creativity Change the Conversation

    Connect with Dr. Erika Powell
    Website: http://www.thepowellconsultinggroup.com
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-erika-powell/

    Connect with the Host:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/Jolynnledgerwood/
    Website:https://elevateyourtalent.co/

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    36 m
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