Evolve: Reinventing Leadership - Building Freedom Cultures

This week on Evolve, Yvette Bethel shares a conversation with author and speaker Jeff Davis about recognizing and escaping toxic workplaces. Drawing from his book The Courage to Leave: Breaking Free from Toxic Workplaces, Jeff discusses the hidden psychological effects of unhealthy work environments, the subtle warning signs of toxic cultures, and the leadership behaviors that can normalize dysfunction. He also shares practical guidance for those struggling with the decision to stay or leave, along with strategies for rebuilding confidence and professional identity after making a change. The conversation ultimately encourages listeners to prioritize their well-being and recognize their power to choose healthier, more fulfilling work environments.

Trust isn’t just a nice-to-have—it's a must-have for leaders looking to thrive in the future. Yvette Bethel and Edwin Clamp explore how you can integrate trust into your leadership practices and stay ahead of the curve. This episode is a must-listen for anyone leading or working within an organization, or for leaders looking to future-proof their organizations in the face of constant disruption. Listen in and get ready to rethink trust in a world where change never stops! Connect with Edwin at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edwinclamp/ Contact Yvette at https://www.linkedin.com/in/yvette-bethel-1775a77/ To learn more about Ecosystem Leadership you can explore the courses and certifications available at the IFB Academy, an online learning academy where leaders can explore deeply effective, innovative approaches to leadership through trust building and systems thinking. All the courses are based on Yvette's internationally recognized thought leadership research. Visit the IFB Academy to explore the cutting-edge, online leadership courses available>> https://organizationalsoul.learnworlds.com/

In our latest episode of Evolve, we’re diving deep into the unique dynamics of leadership within family-owned businesses, and how these dynamics shape company culture, growth, and success. Guest: Brandi Marek, Advisor at The Ferguson Alliance Brandi Marek, an experienced advisor with The Ferguson Alliance, shares her wealth of knowledge on navigating the complexities of family-run businesses. From balancing family tradition with the business needs to people development, Brandi offers invaluable insights on how to lead, adapt, and thrive in the world of family business. If you would like to contact Brandi about your family business, you can connect with her on LinkedIn or at https://ferguson-alliance.com/brandi-marek/. To learn more about Ecosystem Leadership you can explore the courses and certifications available at the IFB Academy, an online learning academy where leaders can explore deeply effective, innovative approaches to leadership through trust building and systems thinking. The courses are based on Yvette's internationally recognized thought leadership research. Visit the IFB Academy to explore the cutting-edge, online leadership courses available>> https://organizationalsoul.learnworlds.com/

In this inaugural episode of our Ecosystem Leadership series, Yvette Bethel and Edwin Clamp explore the foundational principles of ecosystem leadership: interconnectivity, flow, and balance. As leadership continues to evolve in today’s interconnected world, understanding how to navigate complex systems is crucial. Yvette and Edwin introduce key concepts and offer a glimpse into how ecosystem leadership can help leaders create sustainable, adaptable, and thriving teams that can withstand uncertainty. Whether you're a business leader, entrepreneur, or part of a larger organizational structure, understanding how to lead within an organizational ecosystem will help you foster collaboration, adaptability, and resilience. To learn more about Ecosystem Leadership you can explore the courses and certifications available at the IFB Academy, an online learning academy where leaders can explore deeply effective, innovative approaches to leadership through trust building and systems thinking. All of the courses are based on Yvette's internationally recognized thought leadership research. Visit the IFB Academy to explore the cutting-edge, online leadership courses available>> https://organizationalsoul.learnworlds.com/

Sometimes deeply held beliefs and assumptions get in the way of change because they coalesce into biases that people accept as true, right, or morally acceptable. Listen in as Yvette and her guest Rick Yvanovich (co-founder and CFO of Great People Inside) explore unlearning, what it is, why it is so relevant as a modern skill, and how to unlearn. They explore unlearning in the contexts of processes and mental models. It is quite a thought-provoking conversation. If you want to learn about topics like this, the IFB Academy is an online learning academy for leaders where you can explore out-of-the-box approaches to leadership like leading within organizational ecosystems. Why is ecosystem based leadership important? It is more relevant in an unpredictable global environment where adaptability is an essential skill. All courses are based on Yvette's award-winning thought leadership research. Visit Organizational Soul to check out the cutting-edge, online leadership courses available at the IFB Academy >> OrganizationalSoul.LearnWorlds.com

This week Yvette is speaking with Rick Yvanovich. Rick is an expert at directing businesses and their teams to consistently reach higher performance levels, leveraging intervention coaching and systematic processes to translate vision into deliverables for companies driving performance. He is now based in Switzerland after being in Vietnam for 34 years. He is the Master Franchisor of the New Orleans-based coffee chain, PJ’s Coffee, and Co-Founder and CFO of Great People Inside, the cloud-based next-gen people intelligence platform. He is also the Founder/ Co-Founder of multiple start-ups. Listen in and learn more about Business as Unusual. You can register for our newsletter to keep up-to-date with our new podcast episodes and blog posts at www.orgsoul.com (Scroll down the landing page to sign up for our newsletter.) You can also access free resources there. Check out the IFB Academy; An online leadership academy where you will learn about a one-of-a-kind system that teaches leaders how to lead within organizational ecosystems while building trust. All courses are based on Yvette's award-winning thought leadership research. Click here for more information about the IFB Academy >> OrganizationalSoul.LearnWorlds.com

To some people communication and information can be used interchangeably. They are connected but they are different. Communication refers to the transmission of a message. Information relates to facts, details, and opinions about a person, place or thing. Information is what is transmitted through communication channels. Listen in to learn more about tone. You can sign up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date with our new podcast episodes and blog posts at www.orgsoul.com (Scroll down the landing page to sign up for our newsletter.) You can also access free resources there. Check out the IFB Academy; A unique one-of-a-kind academy where you will learn about a signature system of leaders within ecosystems and how to support systems with trust. All courses are based on Yvette's award-winning thought leadership research. Click here for more information about the IFB Academy >> OrganizationalSoul.LearnWorlds.comIf you want to connect with Yvette, you can email her at info@orgsoul.com.

At work, feedback is necessary. It shows up in performance coaching sessions when a person is not sure how to do something or when a person is not inclined to do their research. The intention behind offering feedback is to influence change or modify behavior. However, when it is offered in the form of criticism, even when it is skillfully presented using a non-judgmental tone, people on the receiving end can still feel attacked, disappointed in themselves, or embarrassed. This can lead to reactions such as withdrawal, defensiveness, or even anger. When criticism is extreme, it can be perceived as condescending or even bullying. When this happens, organizations can lose good people, or impair productivity. Listen in as Yvette Bethel explores how you can restructure feedback to create lasting connections. You can sign up for our newsletter to keep up-to-date with our new podcast episodes and blog posts at www.orgsoul.com (Scroll down the landing page to sign up for our newsletter.) You can also access free resources there. Check out the IFB Academy; A unique one-of-a-kind academy where you will learn about a signature system of leadership and trust. All courses are based on Yvette's award-winning thought leadership. Click here for more information about the IFB Academy >> OrganizationalSoul.LearnWorlds.comIf you want to connect with Yvette, you can email her at info@orgsoul.com.