761. From Survival Mode to Intentional Leadership: How Trauma Shapes Workplace Culture with Beth Jones

761. From Survival Mode to Intentional Leadership: How Trauma Shapes Workplace Culture with Beth Jones

What if your biggest leadership challenge isn't a lack of strategy—but a survival pattern you've carried for years? In this powerful episode of Daily Influence, Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Beth Jones, Leadership Performance Strategist, Speaker, Author, and Founder of Empowered Survivors. After more than three decades leading high-stakes forensic investigations across 35+ countries, Beth uncovered a surprising truth: many leadership struggles stem from unresolved survival behaviors rather than business problems. Beth shares her personal journey through trauma, healing, and self-discovery, revealing how patterns such as perfectionism, people-pleasing, control, over-performance, and emotional distance can quietly impact leadership effectiveness, workplace culture, communication, and team trust. Listeners will learn about Beth's transformative HEAL Framework (Hope, Evolve, And, Love) and discover practical ways to recognize reactive leadership behaviors, build greater self-awareness, and create healthier, more empowered organizations. In This Episode: ✔ How childhood experiences and survival patterns can influence leadership styles ✔ The difference between healthy high performance and performance driven by fear ✔ Why perfectionism and burnout often originate from deeper emotional patterns ✔ Practical steps to increase self-awareness and improve leadership effectiveness ✔ How leaders can create emotionally healthy workplace cultures ✔ The role of vulnerability, empathy, and accountability in building trust ✔ Beth's HEAL Framework for personal and professional transformation Whether you're a business owner, executive, manager, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this conversation offers valuable insights into leading with greater intention, awareness, and positive influence. Connect with Beth Jones: Email: beth@empoweredsurvivors.com Website: https://empoweredsurvivors.com LinkedIn, YouTube & Substack: @BethJonesHealingMentor Daily Influence is the podcast where we explore how positive, responsible influence creates lasting impact in business, leadership, and life. Suggested Keywords Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Under Pressure, Workplace Culture, Self-Awareness, Executive Leadership, Trauma-Informed Leadership, Burnout Prevention, Team Performance, Intentional Leadership, Personal Growth, Leadership Coaching, Beth Jones, Daily Influence Podcast, Responsible Influence, Leadership Mindset, Employee Engagement, Organizational Culture, High Performance Leadership.

760. Redefining DEI: Fostering True Inclusion and Equity in Your Area of Influence (rerun)

In this revisit to episode 220 of the Daily Influence, host Brian Smith delves into the often misunderstood and sometimes controversial topic of DEI—Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Brian challenges the conventional definitions and urges a fresh perspective that transcends race, religion, and other divisive identifiers. He emphasizes the importance of inclusivity based on influence and contribution rather than mere representation. By redefining DEI, Brian advocates for a culture where everyone with a stake in a conversation is included, fostering true equity and collective growth. Tune in to learn how to create a genuinely inclusive environment that values each person's contribution and builds equity for all.

759. Stop Avoiding Your Numbers: How Better Financial Decisions Drive Business Growth with Lynn Corazzi

What if the biggest obstacle to business growth isn't a lack of opportunity—but a lack of financial confidence? In this episode of Daily Influence, Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Lynn Corazzi, Fractional CFO, educator, and creator of Guided Money Tours, to discuss why so many business owners avoid their numbers and how developing a healthier relationship with financial decision-making can transform both business performance and personal confidence. Drawing on decades of experience in corporate finance, small business leadership, and financial education, Lynn shares practical strategies to help entrepreneurs stop fearing their financials and start using them as powerful tools for growth, clarity, and better decision-making. Listeners will learn: ✔ Why your business relationship with money often mirrors your personal relationship with money ✔ The common mindset traps that keep leaders stuck and delaying important decisions ✔ How to move from financial uncertainty to confident action ✔ The three financial statements every business owner should understand ✔ Why great CFOs ask better questions—not just crunch numbers ✔ A simple framework for making difficult business decisions with greater confidence ✔ How leadership, culture, strategy, and financial awareness work together to create long-term success Lynn also shares powerful stories from his work helping business owners navigate major transitions, overcome fear, and make courageous decisions that align with their vision and values. Whether you're a business owner, executive, entrepreneur, or emerging leader, this conversation will challenge you to stop avoiding the numbers and start using them to create a more intentional future. Connect with Lynn Corazzi: Data2Profit: https://data2profit.net LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynncorazzi/ Listen now and discover how financial clarity creates confidence—and how confidence fuels responsible influence.

758. DEI in America: Freedom, Equity, and Positive Influence (rerun)

In this revisit to episode 406 of The Daily Influence, Brian S. Smith dives into the complexities of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in today's America. He discusses how individual influence can rebuild perceptions of freedom and fairness while navigating the divisive landscape of recent changes in policies. Brian emphasizes the importance of tolerance, ethical leadership, and unbiased decision-making to create inclusive environments that foster collaboration and innovation. Join the conversation to explore how recognizing individual strengths and engaging with biases can help shape a more unified, equitable society.

757. Stop Being the Boss: Start Being a Leader (rerun)

In this revisit to episode 508 of Daily Influence, Brian Smith dives into a topic that hits a nerve: the word “boss.” Why does it bother so many? Because being “the boss” often signals insecurity and a need for control rather than true leadership. Brian challenges listeners to rethink how they define and show up as leaders—ditching titles in favor of influence, support, and mentorship. Whether you're leading a small team or an entire organization, this episode asks: Are you bossing people or building them?