Welcome to Seismic Shift - a leadership podcast that focuses on connection. I’m your host, Michelle K. Johnston: management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert. I believe that today’s leaders need more than power and control to get the best from their teams; they need connection. Through interviews with some of today’s top business leaders, we are going to explore how leaders' ability to connect with themselves, their teams, and their organizations defines their ultimate succes ...
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The Art of Delicate Conversations, featuring No. 1 Startup Coach Alisa Cohn
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As leaders, it’s essential that we master the art of the delicate conversation to foster connection among the people we lead. But delicate conversations are just that … delicate, and it’s tempting to put them off. Today on The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with the world’s no. 1 startup coach, Alisa Cohn, to dive into how to have those delicate…
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BONUS Episode: A Look at the Seismic Shifts happening in Higher Education, featuring Loyola University’s Dr. Xavier Cole and Dr. Bobby Savoie
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For this week’s special, bonus episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle has the privilege of sitting down with two of her colleagues at Loyola University New Orleans: the university’s new president—and first president of color—Dr. Xavier Cole, and Loyola’s interim dean of the College of Business, Dr. Bobby Savoie. It’s no secret that the value (and p…
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Creating Events that Spark Joy, featuring GNO, Inc. President & CEO Michael Hecht | S3E5
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The city of New Orleans recently experienced “the Taylor Swift effect”—the whole city coming together culturally and economically for the singer’s Eras Tour weekend. Today on The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with GNO, Inc. President & CEO Michael Hecht to talk all about how the city can recreate that sense of joy and belonging during next year…
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Optimizing your Calendar for Connection, featuring executive coach Taylor Johnson
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We all have those things that are most important to us, but do our calendars actually reflect those priorities? This week on The Seismic Shift, Michelle is joined by an individual who has personally helped her make some of the biggest shifts of her professional life over the past six months. That person is former NFL coach turned executive coach, T…
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The Power of Leading Yourself Well, featuring Elizabeth Lotardo and Lisa McLeod
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How do we deal with a micromanaging boss? What if you are that micromanaging boss? Can leading yourself well really bring purpose to even the most mundane job functions? On this week’s episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with mother-daughter consulting team Lisa McLeod and Elizabeth Lotardo to answer these questions and more—focusing o…
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Disrupting the Way we Connect, featuring Business Outside’s Bart Foster
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When Bart Foster was forced out of the company he founded, he was challenged to think about how to do business differently. In the aftermath his organization, Business Outside, was born—all about disrupting the ways we connect and working to foster those connections in whole new ways. On today’s episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with…
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Building a Better Meeting, featuring Organizational Psychologist Steven Rogelberg
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Welcome to season 3 of The Seismic Shift podcast! This season Michelle is sitting down with 20 bestselling authors—diving into how their work and research is shaking up the way we live and do business. Our first guest is organizational psychologist and chancellor professor, Steven Rogelberg. Steven is an expert when it comes to meetings, specifical…
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Welcome back to season 3 of the Seismic Shift podcast!! We're so excited to tell you all that it is launching on October 2nd. The Seismic Shift podcast is sponsored by Loyola University New Orleans and we'll be interviewing 20 best selling authors and they'll be talking about the seismic shifts that are shaking up how we work and how we live. So pl…
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Summer Re-Release: Own Your Story with Kenneth Polite, US Assistant Attorney General
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Original Aired Date: 7/13/2022 Every leader has their own story behind them, but do they truly own that same story? If we’re going to lead others through connection, we need to prioritize getting connected with ourselves first. To shed light on this central tenet of connective leadership, Michelle is joined by US Assistant Attorney General, Kenneth…
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Summer Re-Release: How to Lead like a Super Bowl Champion with Jon Stinchcomb
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Original Aired Date: 2/8/2023 Ever wonder what takes place behind the scenes of a Super Bowl team? Learn leadership best practices from former Super Bowl Champion, Jon Stinchcomb. Jon played for The New Orleans Saints for 8 seasons and served on the offense with Drew Brews when they won Super Bowl XLIV. According to Jon, the secret sauce is not jus…
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Summer Re-Release: Showing Care & Compassion with Hospitality Executive Robért LeBlanc
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Original Aired Date: 9/7/2022 Robért LeBlanc, Founder and CEO of LeBlanc + Smith, is a true servant leader who built his business around his people. “We want our team to enjoy themselves every day while learning and being really productive, and we want them to have joyful and balanced lives while doing so.” This mentality is not the norm in the ho…
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Summer Re-Release: Being a Servant Leader Judi Terzotis
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Original Aired Date: 1/11/2023 Communication and connection are very different. With communication, it’s found to be more transactional getting from A to B. What we find with connecting with our teams in today's work environment now means something different perhaps than it did before. How seen are people? Do they feel heard? Are they cared for? 20…
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Summer Re-Release: Listen to Lead with CEO Boysie Bollinger
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Original Aired Date: 10/5/2022 We believe that if you actually listen to your team, they will be more motivated to perform well and generate new ideas. Today we have Boysie Bollinger on the podcast to talk about how to listen to lead. Do you believe that lower-level employees often have observations that higher level leaders cannot see? Listen to l…
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Summer Re-Release: Connection Through Strategy with Don McGuire, CMO of Qualcomm
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Original Aired Date: 3/8/2023 For too long, there have been many experiences underneath the ego-forward leadership umbrella that ultimately have pushed people out the door. Can those past experiences lead to a greater understanding of how to change that narrative in our own leadership? Don McGuire seems to think so. In this episode, Michelle and Do…
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Summer Re-Release: Connection Begins with Organization Alignment with Juan Martin, Global President of Kind Snacks
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Original Aired Date: 12/8/2022 Juan Martin is an executive who epitomes Kindness and Connection. As the Global President of KIND Snacks and Nature’s Bakery, Juan is genuinely trying to make the world a better place through acts of kindness. Juan believes Success is measured by how kind we are to ourselves, each other, and our planet. Tune in to tod…
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Summer Re-Release: Creating Positive Culture with Larry Closs
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Original Aired Date: 11/2/2022 Have you ever heard of a construction company that has a Culture of Happiness? Me, neither! But I just spent an afternoon with the leaders of Maxhome and it’s a real thing and it works! I was blown away by their positivity and enthusiasm for their company. Tune in to uncover how Larry Closs, Founder of MaxHome, built …
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Summer Re-Release: How Leading with Connection Drives Results with Pete November, CEO of Ochsner Health
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Original Aired Date: 4/5/2023 Is there a different way to lead where you don’t have to be commanding, controlling, and micromanaging with your people? The answer is Yes, yes, and absolutely yes! Michelle speaks with Pete November, the new CEO of Ochsner Health, with 38,000 employees and physicians. As Pete’s coach, Michelle had a front row seat to …
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Summer Re-Release: Redefining Power in Leadership with Marshall Goldsmith
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Original Aired Date: 6/1/2022 Marshall Goldsmith has been ranked as the World’s #1 Executive Coach and #1 Leadership Thinker. Marshall was chosen as the inaugural winner of the Lifetime Award for Leadership by the Harvard Institute of Coaching and is the author or editor of 41 books, which have sold over 2.5 million copies, been translated into 32 …
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Summer Re-Release: Giving up Perfection with Tania Tetlow, President of Fordham University
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Original Aired Date: 8/10/22 It’s tempting to believe that if leaders strive to maintain an aura of perfection, this masking act will then trickle down throughout our organization and make everyone want to be better. Today, Michelle and Tania Tetlow, Current and first woman President of Fordham University, are here to share stories as to why this c…
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10 Tips to Level Up Your Leadership with Dr. Michelle K. Johnston
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The final episode of season two of the Seismic Shift podcast provides the top 10 tips, themes and takeaways from the season. The themes include gratitude, allyship, inclusion, servant leadership, creativity, courage, mentoring, becoming coachable, deep listening, and work-life balance. Michelle recaps the guests, who are bestselling authors and glo…
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The Case for Female Leadership: Why We Need to Attract, Retain, and Advance More Women in the Workplace With Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst
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Michelle talks with Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Catalyst and the author of the best-selling book, In Her Own Voice, about her journey to becoming a C-suite executive. They discuss the challenges faced by women and the importance of creating work environments where women can thrive. Jennifer shares her personal story and the seismic shifts she experie…
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Balancing your Creativity, Presence, and Energy with Michael Gelb
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The conversation between Michelle and Michael covers his journey exploring his diverse experiences, from studying spiritual traditions to becoming an expert in the Alexander Technique. Emphasizing the need for a culture of connection in the workplace, Gelb discusses strategies, including leaders embodying genuine presence and balancing chronologica…
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The Path to Courageous Conversations with Scott Jeffrey Miller
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Michelle is joined by Scott Miller who currently serves as FranklinCovey’s Senior Advisor on thought leadership. Together, they emphasize the importance of connection and power skills. Scott highlights the need for leaders to develop relationships and embrace imperfection. They also explore the role of mentorship in creating a culture of connection…
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Rising Together: How Leaders Can Build More Inclusive Relationships, Teams, and Workplaces with Sally Helgesen
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Sally Helgesen is cited in Forbes as the world’s premier expert on women’s leadership. In this episode, Michelle and Sally discuss the importance of creating a culture of belonging and inclusion in organizations. Sally emphasizes the need for leaders to use language intentionally to signal inclusivity and to make people feel valued for their potent…
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How Unity and Inclusion Build a Winning Culture with All-Pro NFL Linebacker, Demario Davis
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Demario Davis, a 2x Pro Bowl linebacker and reigning 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Defensive MVP of the New Orleans Saints, shares his personal story and insights on connection and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of being connected with oneself first and then using that connection to motivate and connect with teammates. Together with Michelle, they be…
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Going From Work Life Balance to Work Life Bloom with Dan Pontefract
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Dan Pontefract, a bestselling author and global thought leader joins Michelle to discuss work-life balance and ultimately, creating a work-life bloom. Michelle and Dan cover the seismic shift happening in organizations regarding employee engagement and the need for a new approach. Dan introduces the concept of work-life bloom, which focuses on fact…
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Emotional Connections Are the Armor for Burnout with Dr. Mark Goulston
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Dr. Mark Goulston and Michelle discuss the seismic shift he has experienced and the impact it has had on his perspective. He shares insights on the cause of burnout and the antidote to it, emphasizing the importance of emotional connection in countering burnout. Dr. Goulston also introduces the 'Five Reallys' exercise, a tool for building deeper co…
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Building Transparent Leadership Through Micro Courage with CB Bowman
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Michelle welcomes the extraordinary CB Bowman-Ottomanelli, an illuminating force in leadership and courage. CB is set to release her upcoming book, "Courage to Leap & Lead," and today's discussion revolves around what it truly means to be a courageous leader in the face of the seismic shifts we're experiencing. This conversation covers the seven pa…
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You, Me, We: How We Can All Rise Together at Work with Morag Barrett
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Morag Barrett, a sought-after leadership expert and co-author of the best-selling book, You, Me, We, shares insights on the professional benefits of being an ally at work. Morag emphasizes the move from a traditional, hierarchical model to a more human-centric approach. She discusses her journey from a traditional banking environment to embracing t…
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The Power of Becoming Coachable with Jacquelyn Lane and Scott Osman
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Interested in coaching or being coached? Michelle engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Scott Osman and Jacquelyn Lane, authors of the best-selling book "Becoming Coachable.” As CEO and President of a premiere executive coaching firm, they share their journey of discovering the profound impact of connection and relationship-first approac…
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How to Combat Disconnection in Today’s Fast-Paced, Hybrid World With Chester Elton
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In the second season opener, Michelle is joined by the incredible Chester Elton, the New York Times bestselling author of Anxiety at Work, Leading with Gratitude, The Carrot Principle, and The Best Teams Win. Michelle and Chester explore the seismic shifts in the workplace, from the growing importance of gratitude and empathy to the impact of the C…
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The Seismic Shift with Dr. Michelle Johnston is back for Season 2! Throughout this season, we'll explore how connected leaders foster an environment where each individual feels seen, heard, valued, respected and appreciated for their unique contributions to truly grasp the essence of this impact. We'll examine real life examples of both successes a…
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How Leading with Connection Drives Results with Pete November, CEO of Ochsner Health
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Is there a different way to lead where you don’t have to be commanding, controlling, and micromanaging with your people? The answer is Yes, yes, and absolutely yes! Wrapping up Season 1, Michelle speaks with Pete November, the new CEO of Ochsner Health, with 38,000 employees and physicians. As Pete’s coach, Michelle had a front row seat to observe …
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Connection Through Strategy with Don McGuire, CMO of Qualcomm
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For too long, there have been many experiences underneath the ego-forward leadership umbrella that ultimately have pushed people out the door. Can those past experiences lead to a greater understanding of how to change that narrative in our own leadership? Don McGuire seems to think so. In this episode, Michelle and Don McGuire, CMO of Qualcomm, di…
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How to Lead like a Super Bowl Champion with Jon Stinchcomb
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Ever wonder what takes place behind the scenes of a Super Bowl team? Learn leadership best practices from former Super Bowl Champion, Jon Stinchcomb. Jon played for The New Orleans Saints for 8 seasons and served on the offense with Drew Brews when they won Super Bowl XLIV. According to Jon, the secret sauce is not just skill level, it’s your chara…
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Connect as a Servant Leader with Judi Terzotis
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Communication and connection are very different. With communication, it is transactional, getting information from A to B. Connection, on the other hand, is a shared experience. When interacting, do your people feel seen, heard, valued, appreciated? 2022 Publisher of the Year and the President and Publisher of The Advocate and Times-Picayune, Judi …
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Connection and Alignment with Juan Martin, Global President of KIND Snacks
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Juan Martin is an executive who epitomes Kindness and Connection. As the Global President of KIND Snacks and Nature’s Bakery, Juan is genuinely trying to make the world a better place through acts of kindness. Juan believes success is measured by how kind we are to ourselves, each other, and our planet, Tune in to today’s episode of The Seismic Shi…
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Creating a Positive Culture with Larry Closs
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We believe that putting yourself in a position of service to your team will help you and your team succeed as one. Avoid EGO and serve the mission! And who better to have the conversation with than Larry Closs, founder and CEO of MaxHome? You are in for a real treat today as we talk to Larry and learn how he created a positive culture based on Happ…
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Listen to Lead with CEO Boysie Bollinger
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We believe that if you actually listen to your team, they will be more motivated to perform well and generate new ideas. Today we have Boysie Bollinger on the podcast to talk about how to listen to lead. Do you believe that lower level employees often have observations that higher level leaders cannot see? Listen to learn and transform into a leade…
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Showing Care and Compassion with Hospitality Executive Robért LeBlanc
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Robért LeBlanc, Founder and CEO of LeBlanc + Smith, is a true servant leader who built his business around his people. “We want our team to enjoy themselves every day while learning and being really productive, and we want them to have joyful and balanced lives while doing so.” This mentality is not the norm in the hospitality industry, where burno…
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Giving up Perfection with Tania Tetlow, President of Fordham University
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It’s tempting to believe that if leaders strive to maintain an aura of perfection, this effort will then trickle down throughout our organization and make everyone want to be better. Today, Michelle and Tania Tetlow, President of Fordham University, are here to share stories as to why this couldn’t be further from the truth of leading effectively. …
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Own Your Story with Kenneth Polite, US Assistant Attorney General
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Every leader has their own story behind them, but do they truly own that same story? If we’re going to lead others through connection, we need to prioritize getting connected with ourselves first. To shed light on this central tenet of connective leadership, Michelle is joined by US Assistant Attorney General, Kenneth Polite, who, having grown up i…
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Redefining Power in Leadership with Marshall Goldsmith
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Marshall Goldsmith has been ranked as the World’s #1 Executive Coach and #1 Leadership Thinker. Marshall was chosen as the inaugural winner of the Lifetime Award for Leadership by the Harvard Institute of Coaching and is the author or editor of 41 books, which have sold over 2.5 million copies, been translated into 32 languages and become listed be…
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Welcome to Seismic Shift - a leadership podcast that focuses on connection. I’m your host, Michelle Johnston: management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert. I believe that today’s leaders need more than power and control to get the best from their teams; they need connection. Through interviews with some of today’s top business leade…
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