In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde engages in a captivating conversation with the renowned consulting psychologist, Dr. Sunni Lampasso. Dr. Lampasso introduces us to the world of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and its adaptation as Acceptance and Commitment Training in executive coaching.ACT, as Dr. Lampasso explains, is a cognitive behavioral framework that focuses on enhancing behaviors that align with our goals while addressing thoughts and emotions that can hinder progress. Whether working with individuals or teams, ACT proves to be a powerful tool in understanding motivations, overcoming obstacles, and achieving success.What's truly fascinating is Dr. Lampasso's ability to seamlessly apply these principles across a wide array of industries, both nonprofit and for-profit. She emphasizes that while industries differ significantly, the human element, behavioral dynamics, and challenges in leadership remain consistent. Dr. Lampasso's expertise lies in helping individuals and organizations bridge the gap between their purpose and actions.Purpose-driven leadership is a central theme in this discussion. Dr. Lampasso highlights the importance of leaders staying true to their purpose and values while also taking care of themselves and their teams. She provides a compelling example of a tech startup leader who learned to navigate rejection and maintain their drive to achieve their purpose.Resilience, another critical topic, takes the spotlight as Dr. Lampasso emphasizes the role of stress management and emotional awareness in building resilience. She stresses the importance of understanding one's reactions under stress and using that insight to make better decisions and stay aligned with purpose.As a certified behavioral analyst, Dr. Lampasso discusses how she leverages data and metrics in her work to measure progress and ensure a tangible return on investment for her clients. Data, she explains, is not only crucial in coaching but also in customizing speaking engagements to address the specific leadership challenges faced by organizations.The episode concludes with a preview of Dr. Lampasso's upcoming book on purpose-driven leadership. The book will delve into the challenges that can arise when staying true to one's purpose and provide practical strategies for leaders from various backgrounds to continue moving toward their goals.This engaging conversation with Dr. Sunni Lampasso offers valuable insights into the world of executive coaching, purpose-driven leadership, and resilience, making it a must-listen for leaders and professionals alike.You can visit her business website at: https://www.shapingsuccessconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, delves into the dynamic interplay between individuals and teams within the corporate landscape. We'll explore the heart of organizational structures, with a primary focus on executive teams—the powerhouses at the C-suite level. You'll get to know key members of the C-suite, such as the CEO, CFO, CIO, CTO, and CDO. Dr. Wayde also shares insightful examples of activities he's employed in the past to enhance team relationships, boost cohesion, and improve overall effectiveness. Join us for an engaging discussion on these critical aspects of the business world.You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde has an engaging and insightful conversation with Dr. Kate Licastro, President of True Orbit Consulting. With a rich background as a clinical and organizational psychologist, Dr. Licastro boasts over 18 years of experience dedicated to cultivating transformation and growth for individuals, teams, and organizations.Drawing from her clinical expertise, Dr. Licastro's journey has been underscored by her specialization in aiding clients in managing anxiety through cognitive behavioral techniques. This profound background has indelibly shaped her approach in fostering highly effective leaders and teams.Throughout this episode, Dr. Licastro illuminates her methods with an illustrative coaching case study. She articulates how comprehending the interconnectedness of events, emotions, and behaviors can yield substantial value. Driven by a passion for demystifying fundamental psychological concepts, she unveils how simple yet impactful notions can profoundly enhance individuals' self-awareness of their behaviors.In the realm of team development, Dr. Licastro ingeniously employs psychological concepts like the fundamental attribution error. This illuminates how we often treat others differently than we treat ourselves. Encouraging a lens of benevolence, she advocates for extending the benefit of the doubt—a perspective that she exemplifies through a tangible team dynamics scenario where this wisdom significantly elevated functioning. You can visit her business website at: www.trueorbitconsulting.com

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde discusses the importance of emotional intelligence for leaders. He explains that emotional intelligence is a combination of emotional and social skills, such as self-awareness, self-management, interpersonal skills, empathy, and social skills. He emphasizes that these skills can be learned, and he demonstrates how the lack of emotional intelligence can have an adverse effect on a leader's ability to connect with their team, make decisions, and manage conflict.You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, join Dr. Ernest Wayde as he engages in an enlightening discussion with Dr. Karol Wasylyshyn, a true trailblazer in the realm of executive coaching and a respected advisor to numerous C-Level executives. Dr. Wasylyshyn's prowess lies in her role as an executive coach for CEOs and corporate leaders, as well as her instrumental contributions to CEO succession planning and high-potential development initiatives. Notably, she has been instrumental in advancing the application of emotional intelligence in the workplace. What truly distinguishes Dr. Wasylyshyn is her diverse background—a decade within the publishing industry preceded her clinical training as a licensed psychologist. This distinctive fusion of business acumen and psychological insight empowers her to effectively apply pragmatic psychological solutions within the corporate landscape.Throughout this episode, Dr. Wasylyshyn skillfully delineates the nuanced boundary between executive coaching and the role of a trusted advisor to CEOs and leaders. She delves into the often-solitary nature of leadership, underscoring the profound need for a trustworthy confidant who can deliver unvarnished feedback.Unveiling the pivotal role of coaches as catalysts and collaborators to executive leaders, Dr. Wasylyshyn highlights the crucial importance of cultivating relationships with not just the leaders themselves, but also their colleagues. Drawing on her psychological training, she navigates the intricacies of these relationships with finesse.Furthermore, Dr. Wasylyshyn underscores the significance of scrutinizing the behavioral dimensions of candidates in the realm of succession planning. She vividly elucidates how psychology stands as a linchpin in these assessments, guiding the selection of future leaders with precision.

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde explains how working memory is used in deliberate decision-making. He discusses how working memory declines with age and how this can affect decision-making. He also explores the use of unconscious cognition, also known as intuition, as an alternative method of decision-making. Finally, he discusses the risks of bias when using intuition. You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, join Dr. Ernest Wayde as he engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Tamara Lyn, the visionary behind High Ready Coaching and Consulting. Dr. Lyn's journey through the realms of criminal justice is truly exceptional. While serving as the Warden of a federal prison she was one of only four psychologists serving in the role. Remarkably, she also held the distinction of being one of the few female Wardens.Throughout the interview, Dr. Lyn unveils captivating narratives from her tenure as a Warden and imparts invaluable insights into her adept handling of pandemic-induced challenges. Her strategic focus on cultivating psychological safety among both staff and inmates stands out, along with her embodiment of resilience and adaptability through the application of positive psychology techniques such as mindfulness and gratitude.Leveraging her psychological acumen, Dr. Lyn illustrates how she deftly applied her expertise to navigate uncharted waters, consistently achieving favorable outcomes. In a spirit of wisdom, she encourages us to embrace uncertainty as an avenue for learning, growth, and exploration.You can visit her business website at: www.highreadycoaching.com

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, dives into the core components of organizational strategy: people and processes. In today's discussion, we'll explore the significance of the people element in this equation. You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, join your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, as he engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Jennifer Wisdom from Wisdom Consulting. Dr. Wisdom boasts a rich background as a licensed and board-certified psychologist, accomplished author, consultant, and engaging speaker. With a remarkable 25-year journey, she has adeptly navigated intricate landscapes in healthcare, government, and education.Delving into her academic voyage, Dr. Wisdom elaborates on her distinctive approach to harnessing the dynamics of politics within these realms. She adeptly guides us through a redefined perspective on politics, framing it as the art of negotiation in pursuit of our objectives. In this light, politics emerges as a powerful instrument of leadership. Drawing from her wealth of experience, Dr. Wisdom generously shares insights from her collaborations with education and healthcare magnates. She paints vivid examples of how she empowers leaders to unravel convoluted and unproductive systems, propelling them towards their aspirations. Furthermore, Dr. Wisdom demonstrates the profound influence of psychology on her endeavors. She masterfully incorporates her psychological expertise, honed through working with children, into her toolkit for guiding clients through effective problem-solving techniques. You can visit her business website at: https://www.leadwithwisdom.com

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, discusses the value of having women in leadership.  He shares psychological research that shows how women in leadership bring unique value to businesses.  You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, interviews Dr. Mira Brancu, founder and CEO of Towerscope. Dr. Brancu is a leadership consultant and coach who helps executives and their teams lead well today and better navigate tomorrow. She focuses her efforts on the professional and economic empowerment of female leaders.Dr. Brancu describes her own leadership journey and the challenges she faced as a woman. She shares how she uses that experience to fuel her desire and expertise to help other women in aspiring for leadership positions.Dr. Brancu also talks about the challenges that women face in the workplace, including discrimination, unconscious bias, and a lack of representation. She discusses how she works to overcome these challenges, and she provides advice for women who are aspiring to leadership positions.Visit her business website at: https://gotowerscope.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, speaks about the great leaders he has had during his career and how they have influenced his leadership approach.You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, speaks with Dr. Jill Draime, the Executive Director of Change Management for the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Office of Healthcare Transformation. Dr. Draime oversees policies, strategies, and execution of organizational change management and leads the transformation vision, stakeholder engagement, change impact, and organizational readiness and communications regarding organizational impact.Dr. Draime shares her leadership journey, including her time as the acting VHA Chief of Staff and Deputy Chief of Staff. In the COS role, she served as an advisor to the Under Secretary for Health, representing the Under Secretary in high-level negotiations involving the establishment or implementation of policies, practices, management, and operational activities of VHA.Dr. Draime discusses how she drew upon her training and experience as a psychologist to lead during a time of crisis for the VA. She describes her growth as a leader and her drive to be a supportive leader for all who work for her.

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, shares some of the difficult experiences he has had related to his race. He links these experiences to the work environment to illustrate the need to support more inclusive workplaces for minority groups.You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, interviews Dr. Ryan Warner, CEO of RC Warner Consulting. Dr Warner is a globally recognized speaker, award-winning psychologist, published scholar, and military Veteran.Dr. Warner is a leading expert on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). He has worked with organizations around the world to help them create more inclusive workplaces. Dr. Warner's unique framework integrates diversity, wellness, and leadership to create a holistic approach to DEI and foster an inclusive workplace.Dr. Warner shares his insights on DEI and examples of his work with international businesses, teams, and leaders.Visit his business website at: https://www.rcwarnerconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, shares his perspective on the importance of leaders having partners that they can trust and who can help them to improve their leadership and achieve business success.You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, speaks with Dr. John Reed, a top executive coach, a trusted advisor to senior leaders, and the leading advocate for stronger standards and competencies for practicing coaches to professionalize the discipline.Dr. Reed is a MG100 Coaches member and has over 20 years of experience coaching C-level leaders, founders, partners, boards, teams, and other senior professionals. He is a Master Coach certified by three organizations: Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coaching, the International Coach Federation (ICF), and the Association of Corporate Executive Coaches.Dr. Reed is also a business psychologist and author of the book "Pinpointing Excellence: Succeed with Great Executive Coaching and Steer Clear of the Rest." In his book, Dr. Reed provides an overview of executive coaching and explains how it can help leaders achieve their goals. He also provides tips for choosing a qualified executive coach.In this episode, Dr. Reed discusses his unique perspective as a business psychologist with a background as a business executive prior to obtaining his psychology doctorate. He highlights the importance of executive coaching and shares examples of how his work as an executive coach and a trusted advisor with CEOs and business executives supports leaders and facilitates business success.You can visit his website at: https://www.quinnreedassociates.com/

In this episode, your host, Dr. Ernest Wayde, shares memories of his time at the VHA's National Center for Organization Development (NCOD), where he gained training and experience in consulting and coaching while working to help teams, managers, and executive leaders provide the best care for Veterans. You can visit his business website at: https://www.waydeconsulting.com/