R.O.G. Return on Generosity

“Generosity means that you give of the things that you really can't get back.”   “I was happiest and most fulfilled anytime I was giving or fully engaged with another person.”   “Generally when people hear generosity, they think you're asking them for money. So I specifically wanted to focus on generosity that had nothing to do with money, especially using an ROG.”   Episode summary | In this fina...

“When we give, in this case, presence, what we get is like genuine connection and we get to make that person feel as valued as they really are.” “Every act of generosity, especially giving your time, is meaningful.” “Truly in every moment, there are lots of things to be grateful for. Sometimes they're just harder to find, but they're always there if you look intentionally.”   Episode summary | In...

“Empower everyone to do what’s right for our customers.” “If you take care of your employees, they’re going to take care of your customers.” “The roll up the sleeves factor. We want people who are going to get things done and not worry about credit.”   Episode Summary | In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Mark Moroz, the Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at Live Oak B...

“I think Legacy is, did you positively impact someone’s life?” “Listen deeply and listen with various parts of you.” “There’s no failing, there’s just learning.”   Episode summary | In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Kate Paine, the Vice President of Corporate Marketing at Saint-Gobain North America. They discuss the principles of generous leadership, the importance of context and li...

When there's a high degree of trust, especially in teams, the sky's the limit.   Flexibility, community, excellence, collaboration and growth, and then proximity to leadership. All those things kind of to me have an underpinning on gratitude.   We need to continue to grow and have the culture evolve.   Episode summary | In this week's conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Bill Straub, the found...

“Luxury is about experiences, not things. We all have the opportunity to give someone a luxury experience.” “Personalization requires information, customization requires connection.” “Listen with your eyes.”   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy interviews Neen James, a leadership strategist known for her insights on generosity and luxury. Neen shares her background, emphasiz...

“If you give credit to people who deserve it, you will be recognized as a great leader giving your team members the ability to have a voice.” “Trusting your team leads to better outcomes.” “Being able to read a room, understand an audience, disarm when you need to, and uplift when you can is the best gift I can give or offer.”   Episode summary | In this episode of Return on Generosity, host Shann...

“Mateship is essentially a code of conduct that embodies friendship, equality, solidarity, and it's often forged in adversity.” “We all have something to give one another.” “Be generous with your time when you can.”   Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Shayna Goodworth, a yoga teacher and community builder, about the importance o...

“Take more risks. Take them early and often.” “I think a generous leader is someone that looks at you for the long view and they see you.” “Generosity is having the courage to also have that moment when you have to deliver that moment that isn’t inspiring, the honest truth that we all sometimes need to hear as well… and encourage them along the way.”   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Sha...

“We should always test rigorously new innovation before putting it out in the wild to ensure stability.” “You can't really go after the really big things that you want to achieve if you don't get the small things right.” “One way to think about generosity is about exceeding, you know, expectations of what you're supposed to do and doing things over and above what you're supposed to do.”   Episode...

“Being an empathetic leader… knowing who your people are, really caring about them, leading with understanding versus judgment is so critical.”  “If you want to be treated well and given opportunities and, you know, have people invest in you and all those kinds of things, then you got to be willing to do that yourself.” “Vulnerability is not a bad thing. It's actually just showing that you're huma...

“It's really simple. It's just really just caring about your people and putting people first and then that ends up becoming a huge driver in growth.” “Accountability is a big aspect of care. It's how you show up that shows how much you care about what we're doing and why we're doing it.” “Vulnerability is an act of generosity.”   Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity po...

“With AI, there is so much to innovate, it gives people an equality.” “Everybody has something to give.” “There are three things we all need: a coach, a mentor, and a sponsor. A coach talks to you, a mentor talks with you, and a sponsor talks about you.”   Episode summary | In this episode of Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Yvette Kanouff, an Emmy award-winning technology pi...

"Your attitude matters; control what you can control." "Surfing the wave means being flexible." "The truth is always best."   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Trish Scanlon, a seasoned branded entertainment executive. Trish shares her journey from Pittsburgh to leading creative teams for major media brands. The conversation delves into...

“The only thing we have in common is the fact that he’s magical and I’m creating magic in these schools moving kids forward.”  “I believe most people have compassion in their soul.” “Are you willing to share without expecting anything back?”   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Harry Potter, a retired education professional, about the importance of generosit...

“Action over words.” “Where you can show up, show up.” “It doesn’t cost anything to be nice.” “The physical embodiment of love is being present.”   Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert in a heartfelt discussion about the importance of generosity, support, and emotional presence in parenting. The...

“Look past people’s faults and find their needs.” “I knew I couldn’t teach a kid until that kid knew I cared about them or until I made a connection with them.” “The grind is worth it.”   Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages in a heartfelt conversation with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert about the themes of fatherhood, personal gr...

“Happiness is often around an external event or external situation where joy is internal.” “You can’t pour from an empty soul.” “You can choose how to show up.”   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy speaks with Linda Shively, a neuroscience and mindset coach, about the importance of joy, resilience, and generosity. Linda shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, in...

“[Rare Diseases Research] deserves to be celebrated the same way that we celebrate athletes and sports in this country.” “Giving is the greatest form of getting.” “You always have a chance to positively impact other people, it's just a matter of what you do with the moments you have.”   Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy interviews Brett Brackett, the executive director of U...

"Everybody has value to give." “It’s not a game breaker, it’s a game changer.” “How are you doing that differently? How are you going to stand out from the crowd?”   Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Yvette Thornton, a registered patent agent and advocate for innovation and women in leadership. Yvette shares her journey from...

“Relationship is a noun, but 'relationshipping' is a verb and it takes a lot of agency and some skill.” "You have to know what you want." "Pause is power." Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, executive coach and psychotherapist Dr. Lani Nelson-Zlupko describes the difference between relationships and “relationshipping”, sharing insights on effective communica...

"I'm so grateful to be alive." "You have a life, let's freaking go!"   Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with fitness entrepreneur Sydney Cummings Houdyshell about her journey from collegiate athlete to a leading figure in the fitness industry. Sydney shares her experiences overcoming personal tragedies, the importance of mental...

“It's important to think bigger than what you know is possible”   Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Sydney Cummings Houdyshell, a certified personal trainer and founder of Royal Change. Sydney shares her journey from a small-town athlete to a global fitness influencer, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, resilience, a...

“Making progress is soul-crusher free." "We can control how we react to it." "Assume positive intent."   Episode summary | In this conversation, Tim Leake, founder of Let's Lightbulb, discusses how to make work enjoyable and productive. He shares insights on creativity, collaboration, and the importance of humor in high-stakes environments. Tim emphasizes the need for leaders to be generous and su...

"Feelings fully felt is bliss." "Breath is always free." "Self-augmentation is the key."   Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Jason Henkel, founder of Focus to Evolve, about achieving balance and productivity without burnout. Jason shares his journey from a hectic corporate life to discovering the importance of self-management an...