Leading Through Crisis with Céline Williams

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  The Agony of Irrelevance: Losing Your Job and Finding Yourself Again with Rosi Bremec 02.10.2026 37min

  Former COO Rosi Bremec returns to the show to share what really happened after losing her job. She opens up about writing publicly through it, the surprising response she got, and what she's learned about control, security, and healing on the other side of a corporate career.
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  Black Swan Events (Leadership, Preparedness & Crisis Fiction) with Helen Hynson Vettori 11.09.2026 37min

  Helen Hynson Vettori — a former paramedic, DoD medical intelligence officer, and federal pandemic planner turned award-winning novelist — joins me to unpack what true leadership looks like during a crisis. Drawing on decades spent preparing the government for biological threats and on her Black Swan thriller trilogy, Helen makes the case that crisis leadership starts with the individual and ripples outward, ideally culminating in resilience and recovery.
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  You Feel: The Two-Word Technique That Calms Any Crisis with Doug Noll 13.08.2026 35min

  In this episode, former trial lawyer turned peacemaker Doug Noll explains why leaders who rely on logic and rationality during a crisis are fighting basic neuroscience, and teaches a simple two-word technique that calms any nervous system in under two minutes. He backs it up with a remarkable story from his decade working in maximum-security prisons, where the same skill helped a woman serving 25-to-life reconnect with the son she hadn't heard from in 18 years.
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  Stop Calling It DEI, Just Be a Good Leader with Stacey Gordon 09.07.2026 38min

  Leadership advisor Stacey Gordon returns to unpack why treating DEI as a separate "initiative" is exactly why so many companies have abandoned it, arguing instead that inclusion should be embedded into every leadership decision rather than bolted on. And why putting people first will give you the profitability and productivity you seek.
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  Altitude Humbles You: What Everest Taught Me About Leadership with Ketul Patel 26.06.2026 35min

  In this episode, Ketul Patel shares the surprising leadership lessons he brought back from a 12-day trek to Everest Base Camp. He connects the physical and mental challenges of high-altitude trekking with the demands of leading complex business. It’s a grounding reminder that the best leaders don't just push through – they pace, reflect, and lead from a place of deliberate calm.
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  Jump In — How a Fortune 50 Exec Leads People Through Crisis with Tracy Nolan 04.06.2026 32min

  Tracy Nolan has led tens of thousands of people through defining crises (store closures, 9/11, a pandemic merger), and her through-line is always the same: jump in and put people first. In this episode, the Fortune 50 Executive shares the hard-won leadership philosophy that proves the human side of crisis leadership isn't soft; it's the only strategy that actually works.
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  What Bees Know That We Don't: Leadership Lessons from Inside the Hive with Philip Atkinson 19.05.2026 37min

  In honor of World Bee Day, Céline sat down with organizational coach and beekeeper Philip Atkinson to explore how studying a hive became his most powerful tool for conversations about leadership. From the danger of "busy as a bee" culture to what the waggle dance can teach us about organizational messaging, this episode is full of unexpected wisdom.
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  Cultivating Deeper Connections at Work: Community-Building Strategies to Address Loneliness with Charles Vogl 16.04.2026 58min

  In this episode, Céline Williams speaks with Charles Vogl, author of The Art of Community, to challenge conventional thinking about connection, community-building, and resilience. They explore why most team-building fails, how real community is built through meaningful “campfire” experiences, and why resilience depends on relationships, not individual effort.
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  Resilient Leadership Under Pressure | Courage, Clarity & Values with Zolal Habibi 02.04.2026 45min

  In this powerful conversation, Iranian human rights advocate Zolal Habibi shares deeply personal insights on resilience, values-based leadership, and navigating prolonged crisis. Drawing from decades of her lived experience, we explore the role of courage, sacrifice, and collective responsibility in creating change.
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  Push vs Pull Leadership: How Great Leaders Unlock Team Potential During Crisis with Ernesto Gomez 12.03.2026 43min

  In this episode of Leading Through Crisis, Céline Williams speaks with Ernesto Gómez, founder, CEO, and author, about how leaders can navigate rapid change, uncertainty, and constant disruption to unlock the hidden potential within their teams. Traditional leadership models are no longer enough.
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  You Don’t Need All the Answers: How Leaders Build Trust During Uncertain Times with Amy Riley 12.02.2026 31min

  In this episode of Leading Through Crisis, Céline Williams is joined by leadership expert and bestselling author Amy Riley to explore how leaders can build trust during uncertain times—even when they don’t know what comes next.
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  Playing the Hand You Are Dealt with John Kippen 22.01.2026 56min

  In this episode of Leading Through Crisis, John Kippen shares his powerful story of surviving a life-threatening brain tumor, living with facial paralysis, and rebuilding confidence through creativity, magic, and human connection. This conversation is a profound reminder that resilience is built and crisis can become an opportunity for growth and impact.
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  Future-Ready: Equipping Leaders for Multigenerational Teams and Conflict with Bob Chonka & Jon Grannis 11.12.2025 33min

  In this episode, Bob Chonka and Jon Grannis of Sollah Interactive chat with us about one of the biggest issues facing organizations today: Are leaders truly equipped to guide their teams through challenging times and whatever comes next?
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  Leading Through Crisis: Finding Courage and Purpose in Chaos with Evan Mawarire 14.11.2025 37min

  What does it mean to lead through crisis—not just survive it, but transform through it? Zimbabwean pastor and activist Evan Mawarire joins us for a powerful conversation about courage, purpose, and becoming who you’re meant to be through adversity. Crisis can be what unwraps your greatest potential.
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  Fear-Based Leadership: How to Spot It, Survive It, and Stay Powerful with Kate Lowry 23.10.2025 36min

  In this episode, we dive into the rise of fear-based leadership and tactical tools for recognizing and navigating leaders who operate through fear, control, and shame. Whether you're feeling the tension of walking on eggshells or unsure how to protect your energy at work, this conversation offers clarity, strategy, and hope.
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  Emotional Intelligence, AI, and the Future of Leadership with Dr. Robin Hills 09.10.2025 45min

  In this episode, emotional intelligence expert Dr. Robin Hills shares how to stay grounded in human-centered leadership while navigating the rise of AI and embracing the opportunities it brings.
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  Profit Sharing and Creating a Culture of Ownership with Rob Gallaher 16.09.2025 51min

  In this episode, Rob Gallaher and I discuss the importance of self-leadership, the mechanics of implementing a sustainable profit-sharing model, and what it takes to create a culture of shared success. “If you want your team to act like owners, give them a reason to care whether the business wins or loses.”
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  Navigating Complexity: Leadership Lessons for High-Stakes Moments with Jose Berlanga 21.08.2025 45min

  In this episode, Jose Berlanga and I discuss navigating complexity and leadership lessons learned from many years of leading through high-stakes moments. Specifically, the importance of calculated risk-taking, building resilient teams, creating contingency plans, and the difference between leadership under pressure and micromanaging out of fear.
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  Hiring Practices That Foster Connection and Belonging with Dr. Roz Cohen 07.08.2025 37min

  We get a lot of “words on walls,” but let’s talk about the behaviors associated with them. In this episode, Belonging and Connection Strategist, Dr. Roz Cohen, shares a practical approach to hiring practices that foster employee engagement and belonging at work, as well as how leaders can share the mental load of being the person who does it all.
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  How to Be a More Charismatic Leader with Richard Reid 18.07.2025 36min

  In this episode, organizational psychologist Richard Reid talks to us about the power of charisma and why being charismatic may not mean exactly what you think it does. Learn about the difference between our System 1 and System 2 brains, how to unlock your charisma, and engage people to create the best outcomes for everyone.