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JoyosityAuthor: Jenn Whitmer
We believe true leadership requires more than just surface-level strategies it requires a profound connection to everything that makes us human. Through live interviews with experts and leaders, Jenn Whitmer, keynote speaker, consultant, and joy-bringer, guides you on a path to developing as a person and honing your skills as a leader, for you, your team, your family, and your community. And were not just hanging in idea-land. Were moving to action, embracing the challenges that come with leading in a dynamic world. In each episode, leaders will discover secrets to: Explore how understanding personality and values form the foundation of healthy leadership and profitable business. Cultivate communication skills, emotional intelligence, and decision-making abilities that will increase your effectiveness in fostering purpose and belonging that inspire you and your team. Develop practices and systems to support a more connected and collaborative workplace, whether youre in-person, hybrid, or fully remote. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just starting out, Joyosity is the community for you! Join us every week for a dose of inspiration and practical advice that will help you create a culture where work is a joy, people are whole, and organizations flourish. If you want to join the fun in real-time, listen live on LinkedIn every Monday at 1pm Eastern and come join the party in the comments! Let's live joyosity together! Language: en Genres: Business, Education, Management, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Ep. 81 The Leadership Crisis is Real. Joy is the Answer with Joy Saxton
Tuesday, 18 March, 2025
Joy isn’t light and fluffy. Joy has deep roots. And you desperately need that kind of leadership right now: for yourself. How do leaders sustain joy, avoid burnout, and make strategic decisions in an overwhelming world? In this episode of The Joyosity Podcast, leadership expert Jo Saxton returns to explore the long-term chess moves leaders need to make in their lives and organizations. We discuss: Why joy isn’t light and fluffy. Jenn talks about it like lavender, thriving in rocky soil. How deep roots in leadership come from mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The power of identifying your joy drains and joy fillers to lead effectively. Jo gives five practical strategies to cut through distraction and make intentional leadership choices. If you’re feeling stretched thin, this conversation will give you tangible ways to refocus and lead from a place of strength. And just know the feeling of feeling seen in the difficulty. You are not alone. Here’s what we talked about: Our present leadership moment When leading is hard you need joy, rooted joy. Leadership starts by leading yourself first The five areas to start with as a leader How to manage distractions and drains Links/ Resources: Connect with Jo Saxton: joesaxton.com Highly recommend “Cup of Jo!” Podcast: Lead Stories Podcast https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/ The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work. Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you’re ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what’s getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Only three spots remain. Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.
