In The Eye Of The Storm: Leadership Navigation In A Sea Of Chaos The Introverted LoudMouth Leader podcast

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In this empowering episode of The Introverted Loudmouth Leader, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens, “ The Leadership Doctor,” dives into the foundational role self-love plays in effective leadership. Far from being a luxury, self-love is a leadership imperative—especially in a culture of chaos, burnout, and disconnection. Discover how prioritizing your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being equips you to lead with clarity, compassion, and conviction. Dr. Mickens unpacks the connection between personal wellness and professional excellence, sharing Biblical wisdom, real-world leadership insights, and practical strategies to help you thrive, not just survive, in high-impact roles. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging leader, this episode will inspire you to recalibrate how you lead… starting with how you love yourself. Take the First Step Toward Healthier Leadership: Start your self-leadership journey with the free Leadership Wellness Assessment at www.live4changellc.com/free-assessment Ready to grow deeper? Explore transformative leadership training at www.live4changellc.com/training Lastly, here is an opportunity to invest in your professional development. My new ebook, Get Ready to Get R.E.A.L.: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos, offers more strategies for leading with clarity, conviction, and calm in chaotic times. Grab your copy now! Here is the link: https://www.live4changellc.com/get-ready…

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Resistance To Change - Resistance For Change: When Tension Becomes Your Secret Sauce 29:54

12 days ago29:54

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Tension isn’t the enemy—it might be your secret sauce. Often it’s the tension that is needed to bring the change, breakthrough resistance and foster harmony conducive for growth in your organization. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how resistance can transform your leadership when embraced with purpose. Plus, get leadership strategies in her new ebook Get Ready to Get R.E.A.L.: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos—available now! Here is the link https://www.live4changellc.com/product-page/get-ready-to-get-r-e-a-l-ebook-by-dr-e-michelle-mickens Feel free to connect with me through my business, Live 4 Change,LLC Business Website: www.live4changellc.com Training link: https://www.live4changellc.com/training Social media links: E Michelle Mickens Social Media Links & websites: http://linkedin.com/in/dremichellemickens YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPp0l5LhHGU5ClsIh7J1Zfw?view_as=subscriber Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/live4changellc/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/live4changellc/ Personal Facebook https://www.facebook.com/emichelle.mickens Business Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/Live4ChangeLLC/ Thank you listening and please leave a comment!…

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In the Eye of the Storm: Leadership Navigation in a Sea of Chaos 13:28

5 weeks ago13:28

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In the Eye of the Storm: Leadership Navigation in a Sea of Chaos When chaos strikes, real leaders rise. In this episode, Dr. E. Michelle Mickens explores how to stay grounded, make sound decisions, and lead with clarity in the midst of disruption. Discover practical tools from the R.E.A.L. Leadership™ framework that empower you to lead from the eye of the storm—not the edge of it. Get your copy of the ebook, Get Ready to Get R.E.A.L. - Leadership in a Culture of Chaos www.live4changellc.com/shop…

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Women in Leadership & Their Mental Health – Breaking the Silence 14:22

7 weeks ago14:22

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In this episode of The Introverted Loudmouth, we’re diving into a critical yet often overlooked topic—Women in Leadership & Their Mental Health – Breaking the Silence. Women in executive and leadership roles face immense pressure, often carrying the weight of their teams, organizations, and personal lives with little space to acknowledge their own struggles. The stigma around mental health in leadership silences too many women, leading to burnout, self-doubt, and isolation. We’re breaking that silence today. Join me as we explore the unique challenges women in leadership face, the unspoken mental and emotional toll, and—most importantly—how to create a culture that normalizes well-being at the top. I'm excited to share with you my new ebook , Get Ready to Get REAL: Leadership in a Culture of Chaos. If you’re a leader navigating today’s overwhelming landscape, this book is your guide to staying Reliable, Ethical, Authentic, and a Learner (R.E.A.L.) in the face adversity . You can order your copy today at: www.live4changellc.com/shop and start leading with confidence and clarity.…

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Introverts Are Powerful Leaders 17:13

9 weeks ago17:13

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It is believed that leadership necessitates extroversion, however, introverted leaders not only exude high emotional intelligence but they create environments of psychological safety. Today we are discussing the benefits of having introverted leaders who foster psychological safety in the workplace. Introverted leaders possess inherent qualities such as deep listening, empathy, thoughtful decision-making, and a calm demeanor. In this episode, we will delve into how this type of leadership can leverage their strengths to cultivate trust, innovation, and high productivity.…

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CharacterMatters 8:36

11 weeks ago8:36

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The basic fundamental foundation to being an effective leader matters. One of those fundamentals is good character.

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Three Leadership Lessons learned from Queen Esther 19:07

2 years ago19:07

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In light of this month being Women's History Month, I thought it would be interesting to examine Queen Esther’s leadership style and how we can learn how to be better leaders through her. Here's what is being featured for Women's History Month at Live 4 Change, LLC. TWO WONDERFUL journals, “Mindful to Be Thankful” journal. http://thebp.site/381812 http://thebp.site/381812 The second journal, “The F.U.D.S. Buster” Journal http://thebp.site/171298 To connect with Dr. E. Mickens, email e.michellemickens@live4changellc.com Website is www.live4changellc.com…

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Effectively Lead with Love Beginning with Self-Love 19:13

2 years ago19:13

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We've been discussing the importance of leaders demonstrating self-love first in order to effectively show their teams love. This episode is about being an MIA leader and the impact it has on your employees. We discuss reasons that causes MIA and steps to change it. I am excited to share two journals I've created that will help you get ready and recalibrate this year. Mindful to Be Thankful was written to help you shift your focus off of all the crazy and chaos in the world outside and even inside of you, and focus on the God who blesses you everyday! When you begin to intentionally thank God for all He has done and will do for you, your mood shifts, joy enters, and you feel peace in the midst of what ever you are going through. It's a healing journal that will bless God and bless you. This journal is 30-days of Scriptures and prompts to guide you into mindset of gratitude and thanksgiving. http://thebp.site/381812 The F.U.D.S. Buster journal was designed to help you address the Fear, Uncertainty, & Doubt Syndrome that hinders you from moving forward and becoming the powerful and confident person you were created to be. You will find Scriptures, quotes, and prompts to cause you to think and process the triggers of FUDS and help you overcome them. You will find this tool extremely beneficial. http://thebp.site/171298 Here is the “Mindful to Be Thankful” journal http://thebp.site/381812. Here’s the link for “The F.U.D.S. Buster” Journal http://thebp.site/171298 To connect with Dr. E. Mickens, email e.michellemickens@live4changellc.com Website is www.live4changellc.com…

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“Self-Love: How to Lead Well When Wellbeing Matters to You” 19:23

2 years ago19:23

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February is the Love-Centric Month. Today we are focused on the leader showing self- love by caring for their mental health and well-being. Here is the “Mindful to Be Thankful” journal http://thebp.site/381812 Here’s the link for “The F.U.D.S. Buster” Journal http://thebp.site/171298 To connect with Dr. E. Mickens, email e.michellemickens@live4changellc.com Website is www.live4changellc.com…

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Psychological Safety: Women & Microaggression 14:45

3 years ago14:45

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This month is Women's History Month and International Women's Day is March 8th. We are on the heels of COVID-19 and offices are reuniting their teams to the workplace but many, especially women, and more specifically African-American women, are struggling to return due to high levels of microaggression in the workplace. Are you equipped to help women safely reenter the workplace? To work with Live 4 Change, LLC contact Dr. E. www.live4changellc.com…

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Leaders Who Lead with Love- The Redemptive Leader 16:57

3 years ago16:57

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The Redemptive Leader employs the love-centric leadership model that is all about Agape Love. Learn 3 powerful characteristics of a Redemptive Leader. To connect with Dr. E.Michelle, Live 4 Change, LLC for training info. www.live4changellc.com/training or schedule a free strategy session www.linktr.ee/live4changellc. Thank you for listening! Please 👏, download, share!…

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Focus on Your Vision No Matter What! 17:01

3 years ago17:01

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Vision is “The ability to see beyond what exists. It’s Insight into a desired future.” Dr. E.Mickens. You can't predict the future but you can influence the future you desire no matter the hindrances that come your way. Learn how to overcome them starting Now! Today! To connect with Dr. E.Michelle, Live 4 Change, LLC for leadership development & training info. www.live4changellc.com/training or schedule a free strategy session www.linktr.ee/live4changellc. Thank you for listening! Please 👏, download, and share!…

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”Seasoned with a Bit of Spice ” with Dr. Marcia Theadford 1:04:48

5 years ago1:04:48

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My guest, Dr. Marcia Theadford and I discuss some specific fears women face especially after reaching a particular age. We talk about ageism, ”the bag lady syndrome, ” and other fear-related barriers that keeps one stuck or running backwards instead of forwards. We share our stories, laugh (a lot), while providing clear solutions to help you move past fear towards victory. We give you the spice for this season in your life. To connect with Dr.Theadford go to drmarciatheadford.com ; drmarciacreativedesigns.com & teesthatblingmore.com. To learn more about Live4 Change, LLC and our various leadership development programs, go to www.linktr.ee/live4changellc Here you can click on any link to learn more. Thank you for listening! Please 👏, share, and turn on your notifications!…

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The R.E.A.L. EFFECT- Three Keys to Radically Reset, Redefine, & Reignite R.E.A.L. Leadership 47:15

5 years ago47:15

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Learn 3 keys to radically eliminate stagnation and foster a flourishing organization even if you work remotely. Dawn McCoy, CEO of Flourish Leadership Group and Dr. E. Mickens, CEO of Live 4 Change, LLC, discuss ways to bring balance, have effective communication, and use appreciative inquiry to help you reignite your passion to lead, and focus on cultivating relationships that lend towards desired results! Please download Dawn's free tool, https://flourishleadership.com/lrt/ingite/ To connect with Dr. Mickens go to www.live4changellc.com/services Please 👏🏼, download, share & turn on notifications. Thanks for listening!…

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Are You Ready to be First? 52:30

5 years ago52:30