Think on Purpose
This podcast is focused on helping leaders learn to lead themselves effectively so they can lead others. Most leaders think they have business and people problems, when they actually have mindset issues! Through interviews and personal reflection, we will untangle socialized and conditioned patterns, and move away from operating on outdated and unquestioned thoughts. We will teach the tools your brain needs in order to think on purpose.
Episodes
111 episodes
What are peak experiences and why do they matter?
In this episode, Jen explores peak experiences—those rare, transformative moments that bring clarity, joy, and connection. She shares some of her own unforgettable moments in nature and leadership, along with tips on how you can intent...
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Season 2
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Episode 110
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10:14
How can leaders build more self-trust?
Jen explores how past experiences shape our self-trust and how leaders can rebuild it. Key takeaways include: 1. Self-trust is not about perfection.2. Leadership is hard! A high level of self-trust can make it easier.
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Season 2
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Episode 109
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16:23
How do my feelings impact my leadership?
In this episode, we explore the power of emotions and how avoiding or resisting them can hold us back in both personal and professional life. Key takeaways: 1. Feelings are simply bodily sensations, and learning to tolerate them giv...
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Season 2
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Episode 108
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18:39
Why are you a leader?
Leadership isn’t just about authority or personal success—it’s about serving others and making a meaningful impact. Early in my career, I mistakenly believed leadership was about control, but I’ve since learned that true leadership requires sel...
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Season 2
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Episode 107
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12:33
How do I make faster decisions?
Jen explores how overthinking keeps us stuck in indecision and how making faster choices leads to greater clarity and confidence. Key takeaways: 1) Indecision is still a decision—often one that keeps us from growt...
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Season 2
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Episode 106
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14:17
How do I get my team to stop resisting change?
Jen tackles the common leadership challenge of dealing with resistance to change. Instead of focusing on changing others, we explore how self-awareness and curiosity can help leaders model adaptability and guide their teams through transitions....
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Season 2
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Episode 105
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9:53
How do you stay calm in chaos?
We explore how to stay calm during times of change by learning to hold on loosely—balancing care and commitment without gripping too tightly to outcomes we can’t control.3 Key Takeaways:Control vs. Surrende...
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Season 2
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Episode 104
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9:46
How Do I Care Less About Work?
Jen explores why so many people feel the need to care less about work and how this often stems from frustration, burnout, or a lack of balance. She examines the deeper reasons behind overworking—whether it’s tied to identity, avoidance, or bad ...
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Season 2
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Episode 103
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16:44
Am I Too Empathetic?
Jen explores the question, "Am I too empathetic as a leader?" While empathy is essential for building strong relationships and supporting our teams, too much empathy can lead to emotional burnout and ineffective leadership. We discuss the conce...
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Season 2
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Episode 102
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14:51
What does it Mean to Manage Your Mind?
Summary: Jen explores the game-changing skill of managing your mind. It’s about taking control of how you think and feel so external circumstances don’t dictate your day. Through relatable stories and practical insights, we uncover h...
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Season 2
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Episode 101
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13:10
Nothing to Prove
Jen looks ahead to 2025 with a focus on intentionally choosing both goals and how she is going to experience them. Jen shares her powerful mantra for the new year, “There is nothing to prove,” and considers how this mindset might chang...
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Season 1
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Episode 100
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11:03
Are You Showing Up Intentionally?
Are you running through your workday on autopilot, feeling like you’re busy but not productive? In this episode, Jen explores how to show up with intention by setting clear priorities, creating supportive systems, and building habits that stick...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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21:33
Lead Yourself First
This episode explores the foundation of effective leadership: learning to lead yourself first. Jen asks three key questions to assess your self-leadership:1. Are you taking 100% responsibility?2. Can you trust your word to yourself?...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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21:12
Managing Political Differences Over the Holidays
Navigating tough conversations with family during the holidays can be challenging, but it’s also an opportunity to show up as the person you want to be. In this episode, Jen shares reflections, stories, and a simple three-step game plan to appr...
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Season 1
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Episode 97
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15:38
Breaking Limiting Beliefs
In this episode, we’re tackling the sneaky limiting beliefs that hold us back and why, as your coach and leader, I can’t let you fight for them. You’ll learn why it’s so easy to defend your limits, how to challenge and reframe them, and w...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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19:34
Better Sleep Strategies
We all know the importance of getting good sleep, but most adults continue to struggle to get the recommended amount of 7 - 8 hours of sleep each night. Small changes in mindset and routine can make a big difference in how you rest and feel.&nb...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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18:40
Election Day
I promise, this episode is not about politics, but rather a reminder that the people you are working with (and the people you serve) may be experiencing heightened emotions around today's election. It may not be your most productive work week a...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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14:16
Human First, Leader Second
So many leaders are taking better care of their vehicles than they are of themselves! We know we need to fuel our cars in order for them to run and we know we need regular maintenance in order for better performance - but most of us do not do t...
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Season 1
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Episode 93
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15:22
Staying Positive When Things Get Difficult
Every leader goes through challenging situations - it's part of the job description! Jen discusses how leaders can stay positive in order to keep their teams moving forward.Staying positive as a leader means focusing on what y...
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Season 1
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Episode 92
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18:28
Two Types of Challenges
Are you solving the right challenge with the right solution? Many of us—and our teams—are actually facing adaptive challenges, but we are using technical solutions to solve them, resulting in frustration and ineffective teams. Key takeaways:&nb...
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Season 1
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Episode 91
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15:22
Immunity to Change
Jen considers Kegan and Lahey’s Immunity to Change, a concept that reveals how hidden commitments and outdated beliefs keep us from making progress, even when we truly want to change. By identifying our unconscious assumptions and chal...
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Season 1
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Episode 90
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18:48
Line of Choice
Jen explores the powerful concept of above the line and below the line mindsets, and how they shape our leadership and personal growth. Learn how to recognize when you're stuck in a fear-based mindset and how to shift toward curiosity, openness...
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Season 1
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Episode 89
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14:41
Being Liked At Work
Jen explores the shift from trying to be liked to focusing on liking others more. By genuinely finding what’s likeable in others, we create stronger relationships, foster trust, and make it easier to drive change. Key benefits of f...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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13:54
Create a Culture of Learning
Jen explores how to create a culture of learning within your team, emphasizing the importance of continuous growth both at work and in life. She shares practical strategies for fostering curiosity, encouraging development, and handling situatio...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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17:59