The Kind Leader

De: Gino Degregori
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  • Welcome to "The Kind Leader Podcast," your essential guide to the transformative power of kind leadership. Hosted by Gino Degregori, this series embarks on a quest to redefine leadership through the lens of empathy, compassion, and integrity. Each episode brings to light the profound impact of kindness in leadership, featuring conversations with a diverse array of leaders who have woven empathy into the fabric of their leadership, across various industries including tech, government, healthcare, and more. Join Gino as he uncovers the secrets to balancing a kind heart with a strategic mind, illustrating how empathy can be a catalyst for innovation, effective team building, and sustainable success. Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned executive, or someone passionate about the evolution of leadership, "The Kind Leader Podcast" offers a wealth of inspiration and practical advice to help you lead with kindness and make a generational impact. Tune in to learn, grow, and be part of a movement that's shaping the future of empathetic leadership.
    2023
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  • The 3 C's of Kind Leadership: Courage, Compassion, and Clarity Revealed with guest Dr. Laura Ciel
    Apr 29 2025
    In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori interviews Dr. Laura Ciel, a transformational mentor, psychologist, and guide for visionary leaders. With an impressive background including a master's and doctorate in clinical psychology and an MBA, Dr. Ciel has spent over 30 years researching what builds unwavering trust. Dr. Ciel shares her personal transformation journey, which began 23 years ago when her mother died suddenly. This pivotal moment shifted her perspective from an externally-focused, logical approach to leadership toward integrating deeper intuitive wisdom. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes that effective leadership requires balancing logic with intuition, especially in today's chaotic world. The discussion explores Dr. Ciel's definition of kind leadership, which she describes as an integration of courage, compassion, and clarity that builds trust. She stresses that leaders must first care for themselves before they can effectively lead others, and that providing clarity (not necessarily certainty) reduces anxiety within teams during times of change. Dr. Ciel offers insights into the nature of intuition, distinguishing it from emotional reactions or gut feelings. She describes intuition as seeing beyond tangible aspects of situations, which is particularly valuable for entrepreneurs who create things that don't yet exist. The conversation also touches on finding one's purpose, which Dr. Ciel simplifies as showing up in the world as one's fullest, most authentic self. Looking ahead to leadership in the next 5-10 years, Dr. Ciel predicts some "crashing and burning" as old leadership models fail, while leaders who build internal foundations and embrace change will thrive. The episode concludes with rapid-fire questions where Dr. Ciel recommends books like "The Four Agreements" and "When Breath Becomes Air," and shares that she finds alignment through daily nature connection and meditation. 5 Valuable Quotes: "Being a kind leader means a really beautiful integration of courage, compassion, and clarity. And with that, it's the idea that it's not just your words as a leader that matter. It's how you show up. It's who you are." - Dr. Laura Ciel "One of the most unkind things leaders can do is create more confusion, more chaos in what's already a chaotic world." - Dr. Laura Ciel "For everyone who's searching for their purpose... think about this: How do you show up as you, fully you, so that I know you as a whole being? That's where the magic happens." - Dr. Laura Ciel "The people around you are missing out if you're not really going inward and you're not really taking the steps to grow and expand and build your trust in yourself." - Dr. Laura Ciel "Those who go inward and build the foundation now are going to be able to navigate [chaos] in a much more efficient, powerful way... There is such an incredible opportunity right now for leaders, for businesses, for organizations. Unfortunately, it does require change and it requires massive change." - Dr. Laura Ciel 5 Key Takeaways: The Three C's of Kind Leadership: Courage, compassion, and clarity form the foundation of kind leadership and build trust. Leaders need courage to look inward, compassion for themselves and others, and clarity about what is known and unknown. Intuition vs. Emotion: Intuition is different from emotional reactions. It's about seeing beyond tangible aspects of a situation rather than having strong emotional responses, which can be influenced by many external factors. Purpose Is Evolving: Your purpose isn't static but evolves throughout your life. At its core, purpose is about showing up fully as yourself and expressing your authentic being in whatever context you find yourself. Self-Leadership First: You cannot lead others effectively if you aren't caring for yourself. Self-care isn't selfish but essential for high-level leadership. Future Leadership Requires Internal Foundation: Leaders who will thrive in the next decade are those building internal foundations now, embracing change, and integrating both logical and intuitive aspects of leadership. Important Information: Website: Dr. Laura Ciel can be found at drlauraciel.com New Offering: Dr. Ciel mentioned launching a new membership community specifically for women leaders Book Recommendations: "The Four Agreements" by Miguel Ruiz and "When Breath Becomes Air" by Paul Kalanithi Chapters: 00:00 The Journey to Holistic Leadership 03:01 Defining Kind Leadership 06:00 The Importance of Self-Care in Leadership 08:45 Clarity and Communication in Times of Change 12:02 The Role of Intuition in Leadership 17:45 Navigating Chaos with Trust and Perspective 25:10 Embracing Gratitude and Positivity 28:10 Navigating Life with Intuition 35:09 The Future of Leadership: Embracing Change 39:20 Essential ...
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    42 m
  • Unlock High-Performing Teams Through Honest Communication & Emotional Safety with guest Steven Gaffney
    Apr 23 2025
    In this episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Steven Gaffney, a globally recognized expert on change management, communication, and team performance. They discuss the crucial role of honest communication in building high-achieving teams and how emotional safety is the foundation of effective leadership. As the author of Unconditional Power, Steven draws on his extensive experience working with Fortune 500 companies, government organizations, and the U.S. military to share practical strategies that foster an environment of trust and openness. Steven outlines five key strategies for creating open communication within any organization: Establishing emotional safety as a leadership priority Practicing strategic vulnerability to build trust Asking direct, open-ended questions that encourage dialogue Rewarding honesty with action to drive growth Sharing what you think others might be thinking to bridge gaps in understanding Through this insightful conversation, you'll learn that kindness in leadership isn't about withholding feedback, it's about fostering an environment where honest, productive conversations can flourish. Steven highlights that emotional safety is critical for unlocking potential and achieving real results. 🎧 Listen now to transform the way you lead, one honest conversation at a time. 5 Key Takeaways: True kindness is honest communication: Withholding feedback stunts growth. Kind leadership thrives when feedback flows freely.Emotional safety is foundational: Before any innovation or feedback can happen, team members must feel emotionally safe.Strategic vulnerability builds trust: Share struggles purposefully, guiding teams toward solutions.Act on feedback: Demonstrating that you value feedback by taking action is the real driver of change.Frame challenges as opportunities: Every problem holds the potential for growth, and the best leaders focus on turning challenges into chances to improve. Resources & Links Mentioned: 🌐 Website: JustBeHonest.com Get a free digital copy of Steven Gaffney’s first book, Just Be Honest, when you mention The Kind Leader Podcast. 📖 Book by Steven Gaffney: Unconditional Power Discover how to lead powerfully through any challenge with practical, proven strategies. 📚 Recommended Reading: Switch: How to Change When Change is Hard by Chip Heath & Dan Heath A powerful guide to making meaningful change, personally and professionally. Chapters 06:05 Mastering Tough Conversations: Strategies for Success 09:59 Building Emotional Safety: The Key to Team Trust 16:00 Why Vulnerability is Essential for Strong Leadership 21:57 Asking the Right Questions: Encouraging Open Dialogue 23:31 Creating a Culture Where Feedback Thrives 25:21 Rewarding Honesty: Turning Feedback Into Action 27:38 Leadership Accountability: Owning Your Role and Impact 29:50 Turning Mistakes Into Learning Opportunities for Growth 32:45 Reframing Challenges: Transforming Obstacles Into Opportunities 36:36 The Future of Leadership: Fostering Emotional Safety for Teams 37:50 Rapid Fire Leadership Insights: Key Tips for Leaders in Action
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    40 m
  • How to Lead Yourself First: Mastering Emotional & Authentic Leadership with Valarie Sandjivy
    Apr 16 2025

    What if the key to leading others starts with how you lead yourself?

    In this powerful episode of The Kind Leader Podcast, host Gino Degregori sits down with Valarie Sandjivy, adaptive leadership mentor and business coach, to unpack what modern leadership really looks like. Valarie reveals how true leadership begins from within and why emotional intelligence, authenticity, and soul care are now essential skills for impactful leaders.

    Together, they explore the four pillars of effective leadership—self-leadership, leading others, emotional mastery, and soul care—and how these foundations help leaders thrive while inspiring their teams to do the same.

    This episode is a must-listen for leaders who want to evolve with the times, create meaningful impact, and show up with purpose, presence, and power.

    You’ll Discover:

    • Why the journey to effective leadership begins with mastering yourself.

    • How emotional intelligence is evolving into emotional mastery, and how to cultivate it.

    • The truth about authentic leadership: it’s about being real, not being perfect.

    • Why redefining success around purpose and fulfillment leads to greater impact.

    • How to harmonize your personal and professional life for sustainable leadership.

    Whether you're leading a team or looking to grow as a leader in your own life, Valarie’s insights will challenge, inspire, and empower you.

    🎧 Tune in and learn how to lead with heart, presence, and strength.

    🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

    ✨ Learn more about Valarie Sandjivy and her work:
    www.ellips.us.com

    🧭 Take Valerie’s Leadership Assessment Quiz:
    ellips.us.com/quiz

    💼 Connect with Valarie on LinkedIn:
    linkedin.com/in/valeriesandjivy

    📚 Book Recommendation from Valerie:
    The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle – a guide to presence and spiritual clarity that has deeply influenced her leadership journey.
    Available on Amazon

    Chapters:

    00:00 – Why Adaptive Leadership Is the Future of Work
    02:52 – What It Really Means to Be a Kind Leader
    06:06 – How to Support Employee Growth Without Losing Yourself
    08:58 – The First Pillar: Mastering Self-Leadership
    12:01 – The Second Pillar: Leading Others Through Trust and Purpose
    14:59 – The Third Pillar: Emotional Mastery as a Leadership Superpower
    21:03 – The Fourth Pillar: Practicing Soul Care to Prevent Burnout
    23:40 – Integrating the Four Pillars into Daily Leadership
    25:24 – How to Apply Emotional Intelligence Across Your Team
    27:31 – Rethinking Success: Purpose Over Performance
    30:19 – Building a Leadership Style Rooted in Authenticity
    36:15 – Why Human Connection Is Your Most Powerful Leadership Tool
    39:11 – Mindfulness in Action: Self-Reflection and The Power of Now
    41:20 – Simple Shifts to Accelerate Your Personal and Professional Growth

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    43 m
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