Each human being is unique. That uniqueness adds to our collective strength. When we celebrate and include everyone's differences, we all benefit.

Unfortunately, many of our social and societal systems have been built to exclude and minimize the many of our populace. Particularly in the work place, acts ranging from microaggressions to overt aggression create a distinct feeling of "other-ness". Research has shown time and time again, that these in-group / out-group dynamics hurt productivity, morale and financial performance. And of course, they take a significant toll on the health, agency and well-being of the excluded person.

In this episode, we feature Chris D. Hooten, where we explore neurodivergence and gender-expansiveness. These two identities are often misunderstood and can bear the brunt of in-group / out-group discrimination.

Chris D. Hooten, M.A. (they/them) is an award-winning facilitator, speaker, writer, and accessibility coach helping workplaces elevate experiences for Neurodivergent and Gender-expansive leaders.

Recognized as a LinkedIn Top Facilitation Voice and Neuro-Mindfulness coach, Chris is a trusted advisor to government agencies, universities, non-profits, and businesses committed to meeting the needs of diverse stakeholders.

To learn more about their work, visit https://chrishootenconsulting.com

0:00-1:13 Introduction to Chris D. Hooten 1:13-8:24 Understanding Neurodivergence & Gender Expansiveness 8:24-17:18 Societal Stigmas & Personal Experiences 17:18-21:13 Challenges Faced By Neurodivergent Individuals In The Workplace 21:13-35:57 Barriers For Gender Expansive Individuals In Organizations 35:57-46:45 The Necessity of Inclusion and Accessibility 46:45-57:12 Bringing Intention To Interventions 57:12-1:03:30 Mindfulness & Meditation For Inclusive Leadership 1:03:30-1:15:23 Finding Joy Amongst Challenges

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

Studies hows that the vast majority of Americans experience more stress after the Christmas and New Year's holidays. Why does time off make us more anxious and depressed?

In this episode we take a deep dive on the source of holiday stressors, their causes and ways to manage stress.

We then look at a comprehensive meta-analysis on the art and science of taking great breaks, vacations and holidays.

Whether small breaks during the workday, long weekends, vacations, or holidays such as Christmas and New Year's... this is the definitive episode for leaders looking to master the art of taking meaningful and restorative breaks.

0:00 - 5:01 Introduction To Taking Restorative Breaks 5:01 - 9:03 How To Process Stress 9:03 - 10:47 The Importance Of Taking Breaks 10:47 - 14:42 Holiday Stress And Expectations 14:42 - 18:37 Holidays Gifts And Consumerism 18:37 - 22:42 New Year's Resolutions And Expectations 22:42 - 26:37 Family Dynamics During Holidays 26:37 - 30:26 Coping With Family Conflict 30:26 - 32:23 Staying Connected With Family 32:23 - 37:20 Negative Coping Mechanisms 37:20 - 46:12 Positive Coping Mechanisms And Recovery Strategies 46:12 - 49:44 Key Principles For Recovery From Work 49:44 - 52:59 The Power Of Physical Activity For Recovery 52:59 - 56:54 Understanding The Recovery Paradox 56:54 - 01:02:09 Finding Motivation In Low Energy States 01:02:09 - 01:08:30 Digital Devices During Recovery 01:08:30 - 01:12:05 Influence Of Romantic Partners On Recovery 01:12:05 - 01:14:31 Effective Strategies For Workplace Recovery 01:14:31 - 01:24:43 Maximizing Vacation Benefits 01:24:43 - 01:30:25 A Guided Meditation For Gratitude

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/

With the explosion of AI and LLMs like ChatGPT, we must reckon with a world where technology might outpace us.

Yet at this very moment in time, we are in a weird place where AI has all the promise in the world yet paradoxically cannot meet our basic needs.

Companies are rushing to implement something they don't understand. Employees are reacting out of fear and resisting change.

In this episode we feature AI Adoption expert Stephan Ledain, Founder of AdaptAI, a consulting company dedicated to helping companies capture opportunities in technology. We explore how to really think about the new wave of AI and how to drive implementation. https://youhavetoadapt.com/

0:00 - 2:03 Introduction To AI In Leadership 2:03 - 11:00 The Positive Aspects Of AI 11:00 - 14:49 AI's Role: Replacement Or Augmentation? 14:49 - 22:51 The Limitations And Misconceptions of AI 22:51 - 35:50 The Human Element In AI Adoption 35:50 - 44:51 Organizational Roadblocks To AI Implementation 44:51 - 51:24 Addressing Individual Fears Around AI 51:24 - 57:51 Ethical Considerations In AI 57:51 - 01:02:12 Practical Steps For AI Adoption 01:02:12 - 01:09:00 How AdaptAI Supports Organizations

3Peak Coaching & Solutions is a leadership consultancy dedicated to Elevating Executive Mastery.

We specialize in transforming businesses through leadership and team development during transitions and times of crisis.

We focus on the 3 critical areas where chaos and conflict are most likely to appear:

• Board, CEO, and C-Suite Misalignment
• Transitions into Executive Leadership
• Conflict Between Functional Departments

By addressing these flashpoints, we assist you in navigating change to build unity, create certainty, and establish clear direction.

Our approach empowers leaders to master complex challenges and transform their companies to thrive now and in the future.

https://3peakcoaching.com/