In this episode, host Lisa Gillette sits down with Zen Cryar DeBrücke, former Silicon Valley CEO and creator of the Internal Guidance System ® (IGS, a science-backed, somatic method to quiet the inner critic and lead from clarity. Zen unpacks how to: • Recognize and shift fear-based thoughts before they sabotage your confidence • Tell the difference between intuition and old programming • Reconnect with your highest vision so you can lead yourself and others Special Offer: Re-Creating YOU! Play the Game!!! Register for Zen’s signature 5-day Re-Creating YOU Game; a deep dive into unlocking your Internal Guidance System ® (IGS). Overcome overthinking. Achieve instant peace. Move into a state of flow. You’ll feel confident, clear, and composed. You’ll be energized and empowered! Link to register: therecreatingyougame.com/bigskycoaching/

Nicole Venner is an intuitive leadership coach who supports individuals at the edge of personal and collective transformation. Drawing on the Enneagram, IFS, somatic work, and other intuitive practices, Nicole helps clients and founder teams navigate thresholds —those in-between spaces where old identities fall away and something truer wants to emerge. Schedule your complimentary 30-minute Clarity Call with Nicole. https://calendly.com/nicole-venner/30-minute-clarity-call?back=1&month=2025-09 CONNECT with NICOLE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolevenner/ Website: https://www.nicolevenner.com/ Email: coaching@nicolevenner.com. 00:39:47

Sheri Betts is a certified leadership coach who believes that by nurturing both personal and professional development, leaders can unlock their full potential and create lasting impact in their organizations and beyond. She holds an MBA from UCLA and is also the author of the best-selling book: The ABCs of Self-Care: Your Guide to Creating a Happy, Healthy & More Peaceful Life. September is Self-Care Awareness Month, a great time to remember that prioritizing self-care is key to maintaining optimal mental and physical health. Self-Care isn’t selfish, it’s essential! SOCIAL www.abcsofselfcare.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheribetts/ Info@abcsofselfcare.com https://www.instagram.com/abcs_of_self_care/ GIFTS and CONNECTIONS Download Sheri’s gift “Preventing Burnout Checklist” at www.abcsofselfcare.com/preventburnout Sign up for Sheri’s email list on www.abcsofselfcare.com for updates on her upcoming online course “How to be a Badass Without Being Burned Out. Connect with Sheri on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheribetts/ Connect with Sheri on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/abcs_of_self_care/ Email Sheri at Info@abcsofselfcare.com with questions or inquiries.

Host Lisa Gillette speaks with Dr. Alexis Kennedy, a trauma researcher and university professor. Dr. Kennedy shares neuroscience-based strategies for interrupting stress responses.

Lisa speaks with Fela Rosa, founder of Corporate Warriors. Fela is a career coach for high performers who want to grow without burning out. With a background in marketing, leadership, and experience as a former Chief of Staff in tech, Fela brings real-world insight into what it takes to thrive at the top. If you’re ready to rise without losing yourself, Fela’s your guide.

Lisa speaks with Dr. Mariné Avagyan, coach, speaker, and educator about her superpower; guiding leaders to claim their voice, stay grounded, and build authentic connections that fuel meaningful, lasting impact.

Host Lisa Gillette interviews Lisa A. Yarussi, an Executive Coach and Leadership Consultant. After a 25+ year career as a Chief Human Resources Officer, Yarussi founded LAY-Up Coaching & Consulting to help leaders find their way through overwhelm to their next level of excellence. ”Taking the Leap to Restore You.” 2 offerings: 1. DM Lisa A. Yarussi for the “ACTivate Your Week” Planner. 2. Schedule a complimentary 30-minute consult with Lisa Yarussi to explore strategies Contact Lisa Yarussi via: lisa@layupcoachingandconsulting.com Book a session on Calendly: Contact Us – LAY-Up Coaching and Consulting

For the return of Season 3, ”GRACE, GRIT, GETTING IT DONE!” host Lisa Gillette interviews herself! Excited to talk about her latest contribution, ”HOW TO NEGOTIATE LIKE A LEADER,” Lisa shares some of the step-by-step strategies detailed in her video online course and strategies playbook. Drawing on 25 years of experience in Entertainment Media—including a decade as an executive in Sports Broadcast Television—Lisa shares her strategic expertise and real-world insight with women who want to advance in their careers all the way into the C suite.

Lisa speaks with Linda Ugelow, speaking confidence coach, podcast host, and author of the book ”Delight in the Limelight.” Formerly stricken with public speaking fear herself, Linda now helps people transform their experience of speaking from dread to delight, online or on stage, in the media or the meeting room. https://www.lindaugelow.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@lindaugelow https://www.facebook.com/linda.ugelow/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaugelow/ https://www.instagram.com/lindaugelow/ https://www.youtube.com/user/lindaugelow

Lisa speaks with Keady Phelan, ICF Accredited Deep Coaching Professional and Heart-Centered Leadership Coach about her presence-based approach to overcoming overwhelm. Keady’s work is dedicated to empowering women so they can uncover their authentic selves and fully embrace who they’re truly meant to be in this world.

Lisa speaks with Angela V. Harris, transformational leadership coach, founder, and CEO of 2638 Management Company. Angela’s podcast “The F.L.O.W” focuses on black women leaders who believe in “fearlessly leading our way,” providing a source of encouragement and inspiration for women of all ages as they navigate their careers. ww.angelavharris.com www.2638managementgroup.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/angelavharris IG: @coachangelavharris  IG: @theflowpodcastwithangela

The Visibility Factor: Find Your Voice. Increase Your Influence. Lisa’s guest is executive coach Susan M. Barber, Author and Podcast Host of The Visibility Factor.

Lisa speaks with Lauren Gordon, the working mom coach, about how to achieve work/life balance without risking the happiness and well-being of you and your family for a paycheck.

Lisa speaks with Elaine Lou Cartas, award winning WOC business coach, featured contributor, keynote speaker, and host of the podcast WOC & Allies Business and Career Realtalk™ about her work with WOC industry leaders and entrepreneurs.

Lisa speaks with Ricky Koo, a certified career and self-development coach, about his work addressing the lack of diversity in leadership.

Lisa speaks with Founder and CEO of Carmine Media, Sue Reynolds who helps her clients add fire, vitality and strength to their leadership and marketing goals.

Lisa speaks with Dr. Sheila Renae Trapp, international keynote speaker and leadership expert, about her latest book “Seven Weeks: Unpacking Trauma in Organizational Leadership.”

Guest Cindy Gross left a 25-year tech career to start Befriending Dragons when reporting harassment led her down a path of discovery, systems thinking, adaptive leadership, and community focus. Cindy’s coaching style is direct, empathetic, supportive, generative, & focused.

Elevate Her: Guest Susana Alba Empowers Women of Color to Elevate Their Position and Pay with Excellence.

Lisa’s guest, Kristy Olinger, Workplace Communication Consultant, shares her strategies for how you can speak off the cuff without losing your cool.