As You Are

LEGO Ambassador, Justin Brady-Joyner, joins us to discuss his journey from Team John & Justin on Season 5 of LEGO Masters to building his business as a leader in corporate diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Justin's passion for community, inclusivity, and creativity have us inspired to get a bit more playful, and maybe start building with our own set of LEGOs.

On today's episode we go in depth with Mo Anderson -- former co-owner, CEO, and Vice Chairman of Keller Williams. From a humble beginning as a farm girl in Oklahoma, Mo transitioned through different careers and went on to become a cultural icon in the real estate industry. We delve into her journey, compassionate leadership style, philanthropic work and unending drive.

Our Enso Coaching & Consulting team is growing, and we are thrilled to introduce you all to her! Annie Switt is our newest Executive & Leadership Coach. We dig into her impressive background in having served in multiple executive roles across marketing and revenue operations. Along with the ways in which she partners with leaders to build clarity, strengthen team alignment, and connect lea...

It's our season 5 opener of the As You Are podcast -- we're one whole hand! Our coaching team comes together to discuss what it means to be entering our fifth season, and hint at an exciting announcement. Look out for another great season full of leadership, awareness, and entrepreneurs!

We're wrapping up our fourth season of the As You Are podcast! Once again it's been a season of terrific guests! We've explored Enso partnerships, forming businesses, guiding the field of AI, artists and arts organizations adapting, and unlocking potential. Thank you to our listeners for your ongoing support!

Founded in 1988, the Vortex has established a home for artists (and butterflies) that is distinctly Austin. Combining their values with business savvy, this theatre company has navigated an ever evolving city maintaining their distinct brand -- including opening up their own bar and partnering with a favorite Italian food truck. Listen in as we discuss their journey with Bonnie Cullum.

This week we interview Lara Toner Haddock, the Producing Artistic Director of Austin Playhouse. Austin Playhouse (AP) formed in 2000, and Lara delves into how the theatre company has maintained its loyal base (including surviving the pandemic); how they center artist and staff growth; and their heroic efforts to create a permanent space that will support not only AP, but the broader community, as...

Austin's theatre scene is rich with musical theatre talent but lacking in productions. Luminaries, Sarah Fleming Walker and Adam Roberts, saw this gap and created Entr'acte -- a company that produces fully realized concerts of shows rarely produced and their cabaret series. Listen on as we dig into what it takes to be leaders in the arts scene and creating opportunities for a broader commu...

Today's extra special guest is John Vander Gheynst -- entrepreneur, executive business coach, coach of coaches, and husband to our host. Our conversation jumps right in as we discuss unlocking purpose and the profound reach we can make. We also dig into how the foundational technique and discipline practiced as a musician applies directly to his work beyond the arts.

The final episode in As You Are's series on AI. We've had a terrific trio of guests, including today's: Jeff Guilfoyle. Listen in on another excellent conversation around AI in business and how leaders navigate it. Jeff's passion, strategy, and drive shines through, inspiring our hosts (and our listeners).

Join us for the second episode in our AI series as we interview Josh Team. We dig into AI and its impact on business, leaders and humanity. Josh shares how he's moved through his own experiences as a leader in technology.

Welcome to the first of three As You Are episodes exploring AI. Join us as we interview co-founder of Vector Intelligence Consulting, Kit Edwards. We dig into Kit's extensive experience in data science, and discuss how Vector Intelligence supports businesses by turning data and AI into competitive assets. Listen as Kit breaks down for our hosts (and listeners) more accessible language and unde...

Join us as we interview Brianna Berkowitz and Jasmin Vara, the two co-founders of Connected Family Partners. We discuss their organization making profound impacts on families by serving the mental health needs of children and providing coaching for parents. Listen as we explore how Brianna and Jasmin play to one another's strengths to create a successful business.

In this episode, learn more about how the team works with and partners with organizations to support leadership in change management, leadership development, business execution, and culture. The coaches have a unique perspective - working with team members on challenges within the business and individually. This gives any business an advantage when looking for opportunity to maximize efforts - par...

Join us as we interview leader, entrepreneur, family man and author of Steady Leadership, Schuyler Williamson. Learn more about how Schuyler infuses love in the businesses he runs, how he chooses to lead, and the legacy he wants to leave. Listen in to take away some great leadership lessons from someone who is walking the talk.

Join us as we interview founder of Doctuh Mistuh Productions and Professor at Carnegie Melon, Dr. Michael McKelvey. Learn more about this Austin staple and trail blazer bringing off off broadway productions to Austin. Listen in to learn more about how Mike thinks about theatre as a business and how he continues to create niches in the artistic world.

Introducing another new season of the As You Are Podcast!! Join us for an unscripted conversation with the Ensō Coaches as we do a deep dive into some of our coaching and leadership philosophies, what to expect from this season, and what we learn from each other and our clients. Featuring: Leslie Vander Gheynst - Founder/Executive Coach Adam Roberts - Executive Presence and Negotiation Coach Libby...

Season 3 of the As You Are Podcast is complete! Join us on this unscripted conversation as we talk about some of our deep learnings from our clients, each other, and through the interviews of the impressive business owners and creators we got to meet this season.

We're pulling back the curtain and going in depth with our own Leslie Vander Gheynst. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Ensō team!!

We're pulling back the curtain and going in depth with our own Kathleen Fletcher. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Ensō team!!

We're pulling back the curtain and going in depth with our own Libby Detling. We hope you enjoy getting to know the Ensō team!!

We're pulling back the curtain and going in depth with our own Adam Roberts. We hopw you enjoy getting to know the Ensō team!!

Join us as we interview the Executive Director of Dress for Success Austin, Mia Johns. We discuss this growing non-profit, their new programs, their impact on the Austin Community, and Mia's commitment to leadership for this amazing organization. Don't miss this incredible interview with an organization truly making an impact in Austin (and across the nation).

Join us as we interview Associate Professor of Drama at ACC, Jamie Rogers. We go in depth to talk about the newly formed Musical Theatre program, the growth of the program, and the free tuition offered at ACC. We get into the details of the program's journey and it's vision to make a strong impact in the Austin Community. Don't miss this incredible interview!!

Join us as we interview the CEO/co-founder of Merakifit, Beverly Theodore. Merakifit is an innovative health app designed to help high school athletes prevent injuries. We talk about the business model, Beverly's leadership and passions, her journey and growth in creating the business, and what makes Merakifit unique. Do not miss this interview!!