In this special Fringe episode showcasing the Show Up as a Leader posdcast, host Rosie Ward is joined by friend, fellow podcaster, and Founder and Chief Meaningful Work Officer at the PeopleForward Network, Nikki Lewallen Gregory, for a conversation around courageous leadership.

Becoming a better leader and, in turn, the best and most authentic version of yourself is a never-ending and often challenging journey. When you lean into the messiness of life and take time for self-reflection, you can figure out how to get out of your own way and increase your positive impact on those around you. Listen in as Nikki and Rosie go deeper into various tools and aspects of what it means to not just show up as a leader in your life, but show up as a courageous leader where we lean into the cringe – not tapping out when things get hard.

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In this special episode with Host and Executive Producer at PFN, Shawn P. Neal, you’ll meet our incredible PFN Mascot, Meaningful Manny. He has made his life purpose to live and lead meaningful work for all people. In this episode, Manny gets pretty raw, sharing his transformative life journey via the workplace for the very first time.

Why listen to an interview with Manny? Manny is highly relatable to the various seasons we humans go through in the workplace. He experienced a highly toxic environment that he now sees as a gift because it propelled a big change in his life and he is living the "light of the end of the tunnel" now. The hard became his why.

Manny went from feeling undervalued and unfulfilled in a toxic workplace to becoming a powerhouse brand manager, thanks to a life-changing leader. Together, they reshaped Manny's career and entire workplace cultures, emphasizing the importance of self-advocacy, trust, and relationship-building.

Explore Manny's rise from an undervalued account assistant to a significant role at PFN as our Brand Mascot. Shawn and Manny discuss how self-awareness assessments help us discover our strengths and potential, and how critical relationships and mentorship are for personal and professional growth.

Since the day PeopleForward Network was started, Meaningful Manny has been working hard behind the scenes to create this exceptional culture and community that we have come to cherish. He's never taken the microphone until now and his story will tug on your heartstrings and ground you in the most important stuff, leading people forward.

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Join host Amy Lynn Durham, with Sandra Bargman of Sacred Stages, LLC, and the Salon Host at The Plum at Traver Hollow House for this fascinating re-release episode. Sandra shares her journey from actress to spiritual leader and discusses the importance of knowing thyself in leadership. She emphasizes shifting from hierarchical leadership to a more inclusive, courageous approach. Sandra also delves into her work with impactful communication and storytelling, offering insights into anger, grief, and the power of reflection. Throughout the conversation, she encourages listeners to embrace flexibility and persistence in navigating challenges and uncovering their true purpose.

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Key Takeaways:

• Evolving nature of leadership in the 21st century
• Importance of courage, self-awareness, and vulnerability in leadership
• Dealing with toxic work environments and reframing challenges
• Sandra's insights on anger and personal/professional growth
• Exploring spirituality, purpose, and life's meaning
• Sandra's work as an officiant and impactful communication