The Leadership Story Podcast

You can spend your whole career helping other people through crisis — and still not see your own coming. This is about what happens when the person who builds resilience programs becomes the one who needs them. In this solo episode, Lisa Jones gets honest about unexpected job loss: the grief no one gives you permission to feel, the pressure to bounce back before you’re ready, and the harder realit...

The ground genuinely got less stable, and noticing it isn’t anxiety—it’s an accurate working instinct. In this solo episode, Lisa Jones brings two decades of business continuity expertise to the exact question women leaders are privately wrestling with right now: how do you build career security and survive corporate layoffs when the old corporate promises have quietly expired? Reframing career in...

Stop overthinking and start leading! Most women leaders aren’t missing the answer; they’re missing the move. In this solo episode, Lisa Jones breaks down the leadership strategy to move from analysis paralysis to decisive action. Learn the decision-making framework Lisa uses to break the overthinking loop with three core questions: * What’s the smallest version I can test? * What if it fails? So w...

Are you struggling with a career transition or wondering why your experience isn’t translating in today’s job market? In this episode of The Leadership Story , host Lisa Jones sits down with two-time bestselling author Irene Chukwuma to break down the job search system. In this insightful interview, Irene shares her journey from West Africa to the US, navigating the job market as an immigrant, and...

Lisa Jones reframes AI as a leadership opportunity, sharing strategies for women to leverage emotional intelligence and adaptability to lead in the age of AI. Key Topics We Explore Why women feel behind on AI (it has nothing to do with capability) AI as a leadership issue, not a technology problem The three strengths women bring to AI adoption: emotional intelligence, collaboration, ethical reason...

Lisa Jones shares a strategic blueprint for navigating a Reduction in Force (RIF) and re-centering your leadership identity when a job title ends. With nearly 90,000 jobs eliminated from just three major companies in early 2026, and a job market that’s harder for older workers and women specifically, Lisa shares data, strategy, and honest reflection on navigating layoff, ageism, faith, and what it...

Amy Palmer and Lisa Jones explore “pre-tirement” and the strategic decision to leave corporate life to find a more authentic professional identity. A former senior executive, award-winning actress, and lifetime content creator, Amy walked away from corporate life without a backup plan and discovered something unexpected on the other side. Key Topics Explored The decision to leave corporate without...

Jenna Muniz and Lisa Jones discuss how personal history and trauma can be transformed into a source of empathetic and effective leadership. Jenna shares her journey from a challenging childhood marked by trauma to becoming a licensed professional counselor and business owner. She discusses the impact of her upbringing on her understanding of leadership, the importance of vulnerability in both her...

Kiersten M. Talbert details the persistence required to overcome industry barriers and the strategic mindset needed to launch a successful business. She shares her journey from struggling through 12 years of licensing attempts to becoming one of the youngest first-generation funeral home owners in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. She opens up about learning the business in heels and a pocketbook,...

Emily Vizcano and Lisa Jones discuss the “planner mindset” used to manage a global career at Google while navigating a family health crisis. The discussion highlights the significance of resilience in navigating both professional and personal challenges, emphasizing that while one may not always see the entire path ahead, taking small steps can lead to meaningful progress. Key Topics We Explore: H...

Melissa Muniz and Annalicia Russell join Lisa Jones to discuss generational shifts in career boundaries and the evolving definition of professional worth. This is an honest conversation about career, identity, and what happens when one generation clears a path for the next. From negotiating salaries without apology to redefining what work means in your life, this special episode explores how daugh...

Elethia S. Gay explains why self-care is a core strategic decision for high performance, focusing on setting boundaries and converting fear into courage. We explore why “being in love with yourself” is strategic not selfish, why rest is a leadership superpower, and how to pick ONE thing to start with instead of seven resolutions you’ll abandon by February. If you’re burnt out, exhausted, and wonde...

Lee Anna Will and Lisa Jones discuss how the creative process of distilling complexity in art mirrors the high-level strategy required for C-suite leadership. Lee Anna started as a high school art teacher in Baltimore and today advises C-suite executives on large-scale transformation initiatives. But here’s what makes her journey so compelling, she never left the art behind. She brought it with he...

Tara Jones and Lisa Jones explore how soft skills, mentorship, and professional instincts can turn unexpected luck into a sustainable leadership strategy. Tara emphasizes the value of authenticity in leadership and the necessity of trusting one’s instincts when considering career changes. Her insights provide a roadmap for those looking to pivot in their careers, highlighting the interplay between...

April Renner and Lisa Jones discuss the shift from the “work-life balance” myth to sustainable, authentic work-life integration for high-performing women. April gets real about navigating the shift from financial services to construction, finding her voice in rooms where she’s often the only woman, and leading through personal challenges including divorce and single parenthood. Through candid conv...

Lisa Jones explores the defining moments of a leadership journey, focusing on how to reclaim your personal narrative and find your authentic voice. She reflects on her own journey from being an administrative assistant to a leader in the resilience industry, highlighting the lessons learned along the way. The conversation touches on themes of imposter syndrome, the value of personal experiences, a...

resource for women’s career advancement, focusing on authentic leadership and real resilience. Episode Length: 90 seconds Host: Lisa Jones, MBCP, MBCI Key Pillars: Personal story meets professional leadership Resilience as a measurable capability Connect with Lisa: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lisa-jones-cbcp-mbci-57872823 Website: leadershipstory.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would l...