In this episode, Makayla Greathouse, founder of Elevate Intent, shares how her fractional head of people and HR advisory practice helps growing companies design intentional, high-performing people systems. Blending 15 years of HR experience with a decade of teaching yoga, she brings a unique perspective that merges operational excellence with mindfulness. She explains why trust is the foundation of healthy culture and scalable growth, and how companies must move beyond ad hoc processes to create clarity in onboarding, role expectations, and performance. Through her leadership "triangle" of autonomy, alignment, and accountability, Makayla outlines how intentional systems empower teams, strengthen culture, and drive meaningful business results.

The conversation also explores authentic leadership, particularly for women navigating the workplace. Makayla highlights how traits like dependability and composure—often praised in women—can unintentionally create ceilings if they lead to silence or over-functioning instead of system redesign and healthy conflict. She shares practical tools like DISC and situational leadership to help leaders communicate more effectively while staying true to who they are. The episode closes with a powerful reminder of "The Human Advantage"—that while AI may accelerate output, it cannot replace trust, judgment, and human connection. For Makayla, an empowered woman is one who has the courage to show up fully and lead authentically in every space she occupies.

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Website: www.elevateintent.co
LinkedIn: Makayla Greathouse, MA, SHRM-CP

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In this episode, we sit down with Jaclyn Orent, co-founder of Cultural Catalyst, a peer network for seven-figure founders who are committed to creating meaningful cultural change. Jaclyn shares her journey from sales leadership and consulting into studying consciousness, systemic change, and the science behind sustainable transformation. Drawing on the work of renowned thinkers like Richard Boyatzis, Dr. Benjamin Hardy, and Dr. David Hawkins, she explains how Cultural Catalyst applies proven frameworks such as Intentional Change Theory and resonance-based relationships to help high-level leaders evolve personally while expanding their impact.

Jaclyn also unpacks what it truly takes to scale change exponentially—highlighting the power of peer relationships, shared vision, and nervous system regulation through tools like EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique). You'll learn why connection at your level of leadership is not just a "nice to have," but a neurological and physiological necessity for long-term growth, legacy, and fulfillment. If you're a purpose-driven founder ready to move beyond incremental success and into holistic empowerment, this conversation offers a compelling look at how to become a true cultural catalyst.

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LinkedIn: Jaclyn (Kova) Orent

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Join me for an inspiring conversation with Shelly Garg, the founder of Wave Kids and a seasoned FDA attorney, as she shares her journey of creating the first kids' lifestyle and beverage brand focused on building better hydration habits. Shelly's passion for children's health shines through as she discusses her mission to provide a fun, trustworthy alternative to the sugary, artificial drinks that dominate the market. She offers profound insights into the "wave of change" she is spearheading, moving away from high-fructose corn syrup and hidden caffeine toward products that parents can feel good about and kids genuinely enjoy. Shelly explains how her background in food and drug law, combined with the raw reality of motherhood, fueled her desire to flip the traditional industry model on its head.

Explore how Shelly is bringing magic to hydration through innovative, temperature-activated color-changing cans and playful artwork created by children themselves. She outlines the challenges of scaling a small business while remaining committed to accessibility, ensuring that healthy options aren't restricted by a family's socioeconomic status. Listen in as she discusses the future of Wave Kids, including plans to expand into national retail and introduce organic, fruit-flavored waters with natural electrolytes. The episode concludes with a poignant reflection on empowerment, where Shelly emphasizes the importance of living in alignment with one's values and the transformative power of choosing a bigger "why" for the sake of the next generation.

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Website: www.wave-kids.com
Instagram: @hellowavekids

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