Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather speaks to Sheryl Simmons, CHRO at Maestro Health about her leadership style, her experience with some bumps along her journey, her mission to create psychologically safe workplaces and the secret that makes her leadership really stand out. Key takeaways: Remember that we all have … Read more
Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather speaks with Chris Chancey, Founder of Amplio Recruiting about his leadership journey, the heart behind the company he founded, opportunities to step into our best selves through reflection and faith, and much more! Key takeways: Listen well. Be intentional about knowing the strengths and … Read more
Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather talks directly with listeners about the importance of protecting and controlling their mindset. Recently, Heather delivered her first ever TEDx talk on Transforming Adversity into Opportunity. In it, she shares a personal story of adversity and what she did to overcome it. You might … Read more
In this episode, Heather features Garry Ridge, CEO of the WD-40 Company. Garry speaks about his leadership journey: a time when he was not the best leader he could be, what he did to come out of it, and how he transformed a company to greatness by focusing first on people, and maintaining a learning … Read more
Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather speaks to Steve Browne, Vice President of Human Resources for LaRosa’s, Inc. – a regional Pizzeria restaurant chain in Southwest Ohio, with 13 locations and over 1,100 Team Members. Steve shares some insights from his new book HR on Purpose. He also talks about being … Read more
Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather speaks with Larry Sutton, President of RNR Tire Express. Larry enlightens the listeners with his anything-but-straight leadership journey. Not only that, he also highlights the importance of transparency and empowerment. Key takeaways: Don’t miss the learning that takes place in the journey. Hire people … Read more
Subscribe to the Leadership with Heart Podcast: In this episode, Heather speaks with Phil Cohen about his leadership style, his compelling and jaw-dropping background and his rags-to-riches story that lead him to hire people from all walks of life. He aims to create a family atmosphere that is psychologically safe. Key takeaways: Leaders can lead … Read more
In this episode, Heather speaks with Gustavo Tavares of Top Employers Institute Latin America, who recently facilitated a keynote speech which Heather delivered for Harvard Business Review Brasil. He speaks about his leadership style, his refreshing philosophy on empowering his people to chart their own course and his mission to burst the leadership isolation bubble. Key … Read more
SUBSCRIBE TO ITUNES In this episode, Heather speaks with Greg Wathen, President and CEO of the Economic Development Coalition of Southwest Indiana about a recent post on LinkedIn from one of his employees, which sparked so much attention — over 3.2 million views, with mostly responses of admiration. Greg shares his unique leadership perspective, and some great … Read more
SUBSCRIBE TO ITUNES In this episode, Heather speaks with Nick Mehta, CEO of Gainsight about his leadership style in the context of his company’s values, a time when he was not the best leader he could be, and his share of some great words of wisdom. Key Takeaways: Commit to learning every day and realize … Read more
Becoming Unshakable is the podcast for leaders, creators, and changemakers who know TRUE LEADERSHIP starts from within.
Each episode explores what it takes to lead with resilience, compassion, and purpose while staying human through it all.
Through candid conversations with executives, frontline leaders, coaches, and everyday heroes, Heather uncovers the real stories behind growth, compassion, setbacks, and transformation.
From navigating change to creating emotionally safe cultures, Becoming Unshakable reveals what it really takes to create leaders—and organizations—that can’t be shaken.
I've been through every type of
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE
you can think of.
Layoffs, reorgs, mergers, acquisitions and major technology shifts. More than 20 years leading teams through high-stakes situations where results mattered, people depended on me, and decisions couldn't wait.
Those years taught me how to lead. But they also showed me the hidden cost of always being the one who holds it all together.
During our second reorg in less than a year, I walked out of a meeting with no say in what was happening, just marching orders. When my team asked how the meeting went, I should have said, “Give me 15 minutes to process this.” But I didn't. Instead, I let them absorb every ounce of my frustration.
Then I saw their faces.
The people who looked to me for stability had just watched me unravel. What was that teaching them about their ability to handle the pressure?
That moment changed how I saw my role as a leader. Leading teams isn't only about grit or resilience. It's about how your presence builds the trust your team needs to function when things get hard.
Today, I help organizations build unshakable leaders, teams, and cultures. Because when leaders become the calm teams can count on, organizations don't just survive change, they come out strong enough to handle what’s next.
Contact Heather Today!
+1 403-398-8488
Contact Heather Today!
+1 403-398-8488