Leadership Circle podcast

What if true leadership begins with following your heart — not your strategy? In this Leadership Circle co-creation, Jeannette Meier sits down with Andrew James Gregor — architect, author, and cross-cultural leader — to explore the connection between presence, compassion, and the human experience. From growing up in Beirut and traveling between war zones to nearly losing everything in the 2008 fin...

You think you're leading. But what if you're only 5% conscious when you do? In this heart-to-heart co-creation, Jeannette Meier sits down with Phil Johnson — executive coach, mentor, and 57-year student of the human potential — to explore the one thing quietly eroding leadership, relationships, and business results: the absence of presence. Phil and Jeannette unpack why ego-based fears pull us out...

What if the secret to great leadership isn't control — it's love and curiosity? In this co-creation, Jeannette Meier sits down with Daniel Atlin — educator, executive, and sensemaking researcher — to explore why the most powerful leaders are the ones who embrace the mess. Daniel shares how 30 years inside complex organizations taught him that leadership isn't about having answers. It's about being...

"I lost my worry. It was just gone. And I thought — this is really good. I should teach people this." — Aaron Hendon Most high-resonance leaders are playing a game they can never win: get enough, then be happy. Aaron Hendon spent decades in business before a single retreat in Napa Valley broke the spell. That quiet moment of clarity became his life's mission — dismantling hustle culture and showin...

Vulnerability is the cornerstone of our strength." — Lisa Arrigo Most high-resonance leaders have spent their lives performing competence. Hiding the messy parts. Quietly wondering why, despite all the success, something still feels hollow. The answer isn't doing more — it's finally allowing yourself to be seen. In this 50-minute co-creation, Jeannette Meier and psychotherapist Lisa Arrigo go deep...

Everything you're searching for outside yourself is already inside you. The problem? Most high achievers have spent a lifetime building the outside — the titles, the results, the performance — and completely forgotten how to live from within. Valentin Randon is a researcher, author, and guide in consciousness exploration who works with the Monroe Institute to help people access direct experiences...

AI can calculate. It can generate. It can simulate. But it cannot be you. And in a world racing to automate everything, that distinction — your uniqueness, your humanity, your capacity for real connection — isn't a soft advantage. It's your most powerful strategic asset. Christopher Sigmond has spent nearly 30 years on the inner journey. A philosophical companion, explorer, and researcher in human...

Most leaders are leading with everything except the one thing that actually moves people. Not a strategy. Not systems. Not even vision. Love. Not soft love. Not passive love. The kind of love that sees people clearly, holds them fully accountable, and creates the conditions for them to become more than they thought possible. That's what Owen Burns calls The Love Switch — and in this conversation,...

Most high achievers want to say yes. Fear keeps them saying "let me think about it" — until the window closes. Alasdair Cunningham has built multiple businesses from zero, spoken to 4,000 people in Vietnam, and is heading to Ferrari's headquarters and LA this year. Every single opportunity started with one word: yes. Even when he had no idea how he'd follow through. In this Leadership Circle conve...

Most boards claim to operate with integrity. Dawn Stallwood asks one question — and the room goes quiet. What does integrity actually mean? Not codes of conduct. Not policies. Dawn's answer — rooted in the Latin integer, meaning wholeness — will challenge every leader watching this. In this Leadership Circle conversation, Dawn Stallwood (M&A lawyer, leadership consultant, and author of the Bea...

High achievers don't just perfect their work. They perfect their bodies — and it's quietly destroying them. Brian Baumal has seen it hundreds of times in his therapy practice: the driven professional who abandons their entire health plan the moment they eat one "wrong" meal. That's not a discipline problem. That's a shame loop — and it runs on the same circuitry as your perfectionism at work, in l...

In this enlightening conversation, Jeannette Meier and Chris Maduri explore the themes of co-creation, authenticity, and the importance of living from the heart. They discuss the courage it takes to be vulnerable and the transformative power of heart-centered connections in both personal and professional relationships. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of listening, presence, and the journe...

Most leaders are looking in the wrong direction. We’re trained to hunt for external solutions — more strategy, better systems, higher performance metrics. But the most sophisticated diagnostic tool you have isn’t out there. It’s the one inside you. In this co-creation session with Dawn Stallwood, we go deep on why true leadership isn't about managing others — it’s about mastering the "source code"...

The most driven leaders in any room are often the worst at celebrating. Not because they don't care. Because they were never taught that celebration is a leadership skill — not a reward. High achievers are conditioned to push through, optimize forward, and move on. Celebration feels inefficient. Indulgent. Maybe even risky — like it might soften the edge that got you here. But what if that instinc...

When your diagnosis becomes your mission — and your story becomes a beacon of hope. Here's how one man turned cancer into his purpose 👇 Dale Atkinson never thought a cancer diagnosis would lead him to discover a new path — one not dictated by traditional medicine, but driven by data, science, and purpose. Dale emphasizes the importance of balance and well-being, and how you can redesign success f...

Are you feeling disconnected from your true purpose or struggling to build genuine relationships in your work? Many high-achievers face the challenge of balancing business success with authentic connection. Here, you'll discover how heart-centered leadership and authentic networking can transform how you grow your projects—and yourself Drawing from real conversations with inspiring leaders, we'll...

Amidst life's volatility, a leader must recognize their physiological state to navigate challenges effectively. This discussion emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and mindfulness, encouraging us to stand still and observe when chaos surrounds us. This approach helps in managing decision fatigue, fostering personal growth, and ultimately enhancing our overall wellness. We discuss t...

This conversation explores the depth of human connections, emphasizing how genuine rapport transcends physical distance. It's a look into the psychology behind why some relationships feel so strong, even when apart. Guest Steve Wright and I discuss the importance of communication and active listening in fostering a lasting soul connection. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.c...

In this reflection, guest Sharon Pickering, PhD, discusses her past professional self and the immense pressure to achieve an unattainable standard of perfection. She reflects on how this drive manifested in her behavior, leading to specific actions and a particular persona. This conversation offers valuable insights into self-development and personal growth, contrasting past experiences with a mor...

Choose love over fear, and everything begins to change. In this powerful reflection, guest Isabelle Tremblay and Jeannette Meier explore why fear is often a mental story—and how living in the present moment dissolves it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leadership-circle-podcast--6270563/support .

Relationships are mirrors—they reflect who we are and who we are becoming. In this heart-centered conversation, Jeannette Meier and Caroline Lucesco explore how co-creation, community, and spirituality accelerate personal and collective growth.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/leadership-circle-podcast--6270563/support .

Dear lovely one, ✨Your Inner Voice Knows Better with Marilyn Shannon✨ In this message, Marilyn and I explore the journey of personal freedom and the impact of external influences on our choices. We discuss how understanding "free will" and practicing "emotional independence" are crucial for effective "decision making." This approach helps us connect with our "inner voice" and live authentically...

Are you ready to build a movement that truly lasts?  In this inspiring episode of the Leadership Circle Podcast, Jo Smith reveals what it really takes to create meaningful, lasting change through heart-centered leadership. Rather than leading from pressure or performance, Jo invites us to lead from love, purpose, and deep self-awareness — the foundations of movements that inspire people to unite,...

✨ Intimacy & The "In-To-Me-See" Journey ✨ with Marilyn Shannon In this heart-led discussion, Marilyn Shannon and I explore the profound meaning of intimacy, reframing it as an invitation to look within. Discover how self reflection and self awareness are essential for true connection, not just with others, but with your inner self. This journey of self discovery is a powerful path to persona...

✨ Embracing Your Authentic Voice ✨ with Sinéad Harte In this reflection, Sinéad and I explore the challenges of **expressing anger** within various **parenting styles** and **cultural understanding**. It's a journey into how **social attitudes** often shape our ability to use our **communication skills** and voice our true feelings. Join us as we consider how these experiences impact our **emoti...