What if the key to becoming a better leader isn't working harder, but learning how to regulate your energy, protect your health, and lead from a place of resilience?In this episode of The Executives' Lounge, I sit down with Dr. Susan Lovelle, former award-winning plastic surgeon, professional ballerina, founder of Balanced Performance, and creator of the Thrive by Design™ framework. After building a highly successful medical career, a series of life-threatening health crises forced Dr. Susan to completely rethink what high performance really means. That journey ultimately led her to help executives and organizations create healthier, more resilient workplaces where people and performance can thrive together.Together, we explore why burnout is not simply an individual problem, why leaders cannot separate organizational performance from human well-being, and how nervous system regulation, energy management, and intentional leadership directly influence communication, decision-making, culture, and long-term success. Expect an honest conversation filled with behavioral science, practical strategies, personal stories, and a refreshing reminder that sustainable leadership begins with taking care of the human behind the title.If you've ever wondered how to build a high-performing team without sacrificing your own health, this conversation is for you.More information on Dr. Susan Lovelle:Website: https://www.balancedperformance.pro/

Oscar Trimboli is someone who has redefined what it means to truly listen—not just to others, but to ourselves and what goes unsaid in every conversation. Oscar is the award-winning host of the Deep Listening podcast and author of How to Listen: Discover the Hidden Key to Better Communication.

People are actually really bad at actually listening. In fact, within ten minutes of this podcast episode, you’ll start losing focus. By the end, I’ll be lucky if you remember 25% of what was said. Oscar is asking us to really look at how to create spaces where people feel seen, heard, and understood.

As someone who has researched how toxic leadership erodes women leaders’ sense of safety, belonging, and esteem, Oscar’s message resonates deeply with me. In toxic environments, listening often breaks down or is non existent.. Conversations are navigated for survival.

Oscar’s framework shows us that listening itself can be an act of restoration—of dignity, of agency, and of psychological safety.In this episode, we’re diving into how listening can help us reclaim our voices and how we can all become more present, aware, and supportive listeners in every space we occupy.

More information on Oscar Trimboli:WebsiteBook: How to Listen

Oscar’s Podcast: Deep Listening - Impact beyond words

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What if the answers to today’s leadership crises have been with us all along? In the land, in the breath, and in ancestral wisdom? In this episode of The Executives’ Lounge, I sit down with Philip Carr-Gomm, renowned Druid, author, and spiritual teacher, to explore how ancient practices like Druidry offer a powerful framework for reimagining leadership.We talk about the tension between hierarchy and harmony and the important role of nature and community in sustainable leadership.This conversation is an invitation into the deeper revolution. One that is rooted, relational, and real. From the mountains of Bulgaria to boardrooms in crisis, we unpack what it means to lead with purpose, presence, and deep care.Listen now and join us as we bring the sacred back into leadership.More information on Philip Carr-Gomm:https://philipcarr-gomm.com/Podcast: This Magical Life: https://thismagicallife.podbean.com/Tea with a Druid: https://www.youtube.com/@PhilipCarrGommBook: The Gift of the Night: https://philipcarr-gomm.com/book/the-gift-of-the-night/------------------------------------Work with Christine:https://www.christinefonner.comInterested in having us on YOUR show? Or on YOUR stage? Book us!https://christinefonner.com/contact/Follow me and never miss an episode! You can listen to this podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcast, and Spotify.

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