In this episode, Jamie speaks with Melanie Stith, former healthcare executive and Founder/ CEO of Culture Wins Culture Wins, LLC | Transform Your Organizational Culture. From attorney, to HR executive, to government relations executive, Melanie wasn't afraid to "change lanes" in her career while building broad business experience. She shares that she recently completed a year of personal reflection and growth after transitioning from her high-powered corporate position into founding her own consulting business. Melanie shares several specific examples about how she grew her leadership over the course of her career. One lesson learned is how embracing vulnerability leads to authenticity and deeper relationships. Melanie is a highly respected leader whose willingness to share personal insights is not only refreshing, but will be significantly encouraging to many of my listeners contemplating their own transitions.

During this episode, Melanie and Jamie refer to the following work:

• Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life by Arthur C. Brooks

• The Happiness Advantage: How a Positive Brain Fuels Success in Work and Life by Shawn Achor

• Does Bad News Travel Fast in Your Organization by Executive Access Podcast

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