R.O.G. Return on Generosity

Oct 22 2024 200 ep. 27 mins 37
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A half hour interview show featuring innovative leaders who cultivate a culture of giving, belonging and thriving together. In each episode, we’ll explore how generosity at work impacts the bottom line and address cultural dynamics, team behavior and peer relationships.

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203. Nancy Hogshead - Title IX and Social Change

Oct 22 2024 33 mins  
“Title IX says no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of sex…as measured three different ways, one is equal opportunities to participate, two is equal scholarship dollars between men and women, and third is, they've got to get treated the same way.” Guest Bio: Life-long advocate for access and equality in athletics, internationally recognized legal expert on sp

202. Avoid Defensive Listening | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip

Oct 15 2024 6 mins  
"We hear the message through our own insecurity." In this episode of the ROG podcast, Shannon Cassidy discusses the concept of defensive listening, a barrier to effective communication. She explains how defensive listening occurs when individuals filter messages through their insecurities or fears, leading to combative or withdrawn responses. Shannon provides clues to identify defe

201. Mike Ashcraft - What’s Your One Word?

Oct 08 2024 51 mins  
“Reach isn't a measure or a strategy for how we get bigger. Reach is a measure of what we're willing to care about.” “We have to wage war against regret.” “We break the patterns of the past by choosing to be faithful in the moment.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:27 Reaching People and Caring for Their Needs 09:07 Walking with People and Being Helpful 17

200. Celebrating 200 Episodes of R.O.G.

Oct 01 2024 13 mins  
"Generosity is the most essential capability of leadership." In this milestone 200th episode of R.O.G. Return on Generosity , host Shannon Cassidy reflects on the journey of the podcast over the past four years, emphasizing the critical role of generosity in effective leadership. She discusses the importance of oxytocin and serotonin in fostering positive relationships and leadersh

199. Edwige Robinson - Define Success on Your Own Terms

Sep 24 2024 39 mins  
“Take micro steps and achieve uncommon success.” “Build supportive communities and extend grace.” “Define success on your own terms and embrace uniqueness.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Edwige Robinson's Journey 02:45 Believe It's Possible: Conquering Mountains and Achieving Uncommon Success 05:15 The Power of Micro Steps and Momentum 10:03 Building Supportive Communit

198. Lisa Bodell - Simplicity

Sep 17 2024 36 mins  
“Ideas aren't the problem. People have lots of ideas, but they don't have time to think. Thinking has become a daring act within organizations, and in our culture, because we are part of the ‘cult of busy’.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Lisa Bodell and the Importance of Simplicity 03:20 Eliminating Complexity and Drowning in Work 07:17 Challenging Assumptions and Reversi

197. Susan Packard - Emotional Fitness and Recovery

Sep 10 2024 30 mins  
“Personal mastery is all about humility and supporting other people and having purpose other than yourself.” R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Sit quietly. Light up your right brain.Meditation Mindfulness practices Nature Walks without headphones or phone Music Art Laughter Gratitude Get emotionally fit. Engage in a recovery practice. Ask for help. Develop both personal and professiona

196. Daisy Auger-Dominguez - From Burnt Out to Lit Up

Sep 03 2024 44 mins  
“Burnout is an excessive and sustained workload.” “Am I really the best person to be in that meeting?” “Create workplaces of joy, productivity, and growth.” “Change is possible.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Daisy Auger-Dominguez's Background and Book 03:03 Chapter 1: Recognizing and Addressing Burnout 06:24 Chapter 2: Setting Boundaries and Saying No 11:03 Chapter

195. Yvette Kanouff - The Endless Possibilities of AI, Allyship and Authenticity

Aug 27 2024 43 mins  
“How do we help others, especially those that don't have a good opportunity? But, you know, they don't have life on a silver platter. So how do we make silver platters for people?” “You never wanna go to the president and talk about yourself. You wanna go to the president and you wanna talk about the team and what the team did…” “A coach talks to you, a mentor talks wit

194. James Rooke - The Power of Small Acts

Aug 20 2024 48 mins  
“Generous leadership is standing up for what is right.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction of James Rooke 03:53 Background and Influences 08:19 Lessons from Father's Leadership Style 12:08 Simplifying Decision-Making Filters 26:21 Staying Close to the Front Lines 31:15 Creating a Culture of Generosity 36:25 Humility and Vulnerability in Leadership 41:06 The Power of Small Acts 45:06