What happens to your leadership when life feels completely out of control

In this deeply personal episode, Helene Rennervik shares her journey through one of life’s most challenging experiences—her son’s cancer diagnosis—and how it reshaped the way she leads herself and connects with others.

This conversation explores inner leadership. It shows how you can guide yourself with clarity, presence, and resilience even when the path is uncertain. Helene’s story is a reminder that true leadership starts within and that moments of crisis can teach us the most about who we are.

Through mindfulness, meditation, and understanding her core values, Helene demonstrates how inner leadership not only helps you cope but also transforms the way you work, communicate, and influence the world around you. This episode naturally touches on inclusion, empathy, and the future of work, showing how personal resilience shapes professional impact.

If you have ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, or stretched too thin, this episode will meet you where you are and offer practical insights for leading yourself first.

✨ What You Will Take Away

• Why pausing before reacting is a leadership skill
• How living in the present shapes your decisions
• Why boundaries protect your energy and your impact
• How mindfulness and meditation improve clarity and focus
• The role of core values under pressure
• How personal crises redefine leadership, inclusion, and empathy
• Why hope is a powerful tool in challenging times
• How inner leadership prepares you for uncertainty and change
• What conscious leadership looks like in the future of work

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 🎙️ Intro

01:10 💛 The Journey of Hope and Coping

05:15 🌱 Facing the Unexpected

11:06 🔥 Resilience and Life Lessons

14:54 🧠 Mindfulness in Professional Life

19:52 👁️ The Power of Visualization

24:54 🧭 Understanding Values and Boundaries

29:46 💬 Curiosity and Communication

34:56 ⚖️ Navigating Personal and Professional Dynamics

51:06 🌍 Individual Strengths in the Workplace

53:07 🚧 Why Boundaries Matter

55:27 🔗 Connecting Mind, Body, and Soul

01:01:18 ⚡ Finding Energy Through Purpose

01:09:23 🤖 AI and the Future of Work

01:15:22 🔄 Navigating Change and Uncertainty

01:19:32 🎈 Embracing Playfulness and Presence

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Helene Rennervik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenerennervik/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about inner leadership, mental health and well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

In a world obsessed with fixing problems out there, Nora Wilhelm reminds us of a deeper truth: lasting systems change begins inside us.

In this episode, we explore what it really means to live and work with purpose while navigating complex societal systems. Nora shares her personal journey — not as a straight line, but as a cyclical process of questioning, courage, and realignment.

Together, we dive into the unseen side of systems change: the inner work, the emotional cost, the courage to speak up, and the integrity required to stay aligned with one’s values — even when it’s uncomfortable.

This conversation is for anyone who:

• feels the tension between personal values and existing systems
• works in sustainability, social impact, leadership, or change-making roles
• senses that “doing more” isn’t enough without deeper inner clarity

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why purpose evolves and cannot be forced
• How inner work directly shapes outer impact
• What people misunderstand about systems change
• Why empathy and belonging are essential for transformation
• The real cost — and necessity — of integrity in leadership
• How to navigate complexity without losing yourself

Nora brings clarity, honesty, and humanity to conversations that are often oversimplified. This episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and rethink how change actually happens.

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 🌱 Discovering Purpose and Meaning

23:25 🔄 The Journey of Systems Change

32:43 ❌ Misconceptions About Systems Change

40:04 🧩 Understanding Complexity in Systems

45:11 🧠 The Importance of Inner Work

51:12 🔍 Self-Discovery and Transformation

56:22 🎉 Celebrating Successes & Shifting Mindsets

01:03:35 🧭 Core Values & the Future of Work

01:09:58 🎭 Authenticity in Career Navigation

01:15:50 🎨 Creativity & Collaboration in Change

01:24:01 ⚖️ The Cost of Speaking Out

01:38:29 ❓ Navigating Complexity & Living the Questions

👉 Learn more about Nora’s work here: https://www.norawilhelm.org/

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Nora Wilhelm: https://www.linkedin.com/in/norawilhelm/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk 🌍

Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

In this inspiring episode, Shelli Brunswick takes you on a journey from the space industry to becoming a visionary leader. 🚀 She shares how her experiences in space have shaped her perspective on personal and professional growth, highlighting the lessons you can apply in your own life and career.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• How leadership lessons from space can apply to your daily life 🌍
• The four pillars of leadership: self-leadership, awareness, access, and action 💡
• Why mentorship and collaboration are keys to unlocking opportunities 🤝
• How global experiences and innovative thinking can elevate your problem-solving skills 🌐
• The importance of human skills, patience, and clarity in guiding your vision 🧠

Shelli also dives into the impact of space on our everyday lives, demonstrating that inspiration can come from the most unexpected places. From building relationships to leveraging new technologies like AI, this episode equips you with actionable insights to grow, lead, and transform your path.

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Self-leadership is the foundation of success
• Turning insights into meaningful action is crucial
• Building and maintaining relationships is essential
• Clarity of vision guides your personal and professional journey

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a professional seeking growth, or someone curious about the intersection of space, innovation, and leadership, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you unlock your leadership potential.

🎧 Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Shelli Brunswick and Her Books 📚

04:01 Visionary Leadership: Defining the Future 🌟

07:10 The Four Foundational Pillars of Leadership 🛠️

10:05 Misconceptions About Space and Leadership 🪐

12:32 Exciting Projects and Global Impact 🌍

15:19 The Importance of Global Collaboration 🤝

18:26 Navigating Change in Leadership 🌊

21:17 Building Relationships and Networks 🔗

24:11 The Role of Competition in Collaboration ⚖️

26:43 Cultural Insights from Global Experiences 🌐

37:44 Building Relationships in Business 🏢

40:47 Leveraging AI for Efficiency 🤖

48:09 Essential Skills for Future Leaders 🧠

53:34 The Importance of Resilience 💪

58:47 Shaping a Better Future for Children 👶

01:01:35 Celebrating Achievements with Gratitude 🙏

01:03:34 Understanding Memory Retention 🧩

01:03:54 The Importance of Sharing Insights 💬

01:04:05 Congratulations! 🎉

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Shelli Brunswick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shellibrunswick/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

What if your empathy was only the beginning, not the solution?

In this episode of the CORE Impact Podcast, you are invited into a deep and honest conversation with Michael Jenkins, author of Toxic Humans, about how your leadership, your actions, and your awareness shape the culture around you.

Together, we explore why empathy alone often stops short, especially when it stays within familiar circles, and how compassion asks something more of you. Compassion invites action. It challenges you to move beyond understanding feelings into creating meaningful change for others.

Michael shares powerful insights into how toxic behavior often grows from a lack of self-awareness, and how your leadership can either reinforce fear or create psychological safety. You will discover why inclusion is not a trend, but a responsibility, and how your ability to listen, act, and include directly impacts trust, engagement, and performance.

This episode speaks directly to you if you are leading people, shaping culture, or simply asking yourself how you can show up more consciously at work and in life. It is a conversation about responsibility, humanity, and the future of work, starting with your choices.

Listen if you want to move from good intentions to meaningful impact.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro 🎙️

01:00 The Journey to Understanding Toxicity 🧭

03:41 Defining Toxic Behavior ⚠️

06:58 Self-Awareness and Toxicity 🪞

09:49 The Spectrum of Empathy 🌈

12:43 Recognizing and Reducing Toxicity 🔍

15:38 Navigating Toxic Work Environments 🧠

18:51 Identifying Toxic Cultures in Organizations 🏢

21:29 The Role of Leadership in Toxicity 👥

24:18 Creating Safe Spaces in the Workplace 🛡️

27:15 Empathy vs Compassion in Leadership ❤️

27:36 Active Listening as a Leadership Skill 👂

40:51 The Power of Compassion in Leadership ✨

44:42 Understanding Psychological Safety 🤝

51:58 Embracing Inclusion and Diversity 🌍

54:39 The Future of Work and Collaboration 🔮

01:06:18 Navigating Imposter Syndrome and Leadership 🌱

01:13:03 Curiosity as a Superpower 🔑

01:13:54 Outro 💛

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Michael Jenkins: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-jenkins-88342213/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

🚀 Why This Episode Matters?

Leadership is changing.

The future belongs to those who listen deeply, think critically, and lead authentically.

If you’re ready to move beyond titles and roles, this conversation is for you.

🌱 What does authentic leadership really mean in today’s world?

Is it a title, a role, or something much deeper?

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Swen Heidenreich to explore leadership beyond hierarchy, leadership rooted in human connection, inner clarity, diversity, and critical thinking.

This conversation isn’t about management theories.

It’s about what’s real. We talk about how leaders can move from stress to clarity, how authenticity creates psychological safety, and why diversity and inclusion only work when leaders are grounded in strong values. 💬✨

Whether you lead a team, a company, or simply your own life, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and lead differently.

🎧 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✔️ Why authentic leadership starts within

✔️ How human connection fuels real impact

✔️ The hidden link between authenticity and psychological safety

✔️ Why diversity challenges inauthentic leadership

✔️ How critical thinking shapes the future of work

✔️ What leadership looks like in an AI-driven world

Key Themes We Explore:

🌍 Authentic Leadership Beyond Titles

🤝 The Power of Human Connection

🧘 From Stress to Inner Clarity

🌈 Diversity & Inclusion That Truly Works

🧠 Critical Thinking as a Leadership Skill

🚀 The Future of Work & Education

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00 🎙️ Intro

01:00 🎯 Connecting with Purpose

02:26 🪞 The Importance of Authenticity

05:21 🔥 Navigating Stress and Burnout

08:22 ⚡ Energy Management in Life and Work

10:51 🤝 Leadership and Human Connection

14:11 🌈 Diversity and Inclusion in Leadership

16:45 👁️ Authentic Leadership and Perspective

20:13 🚶 The Journey of Self-Discovery

41:01 🛡️ Creating Psychological Safety in Organizations

41:23 🧘 Inner Stability and Authentic Leadership

44:18 😮‍💨 Emotional Exhaustion at Work

48:15 🧠 Individual Responsibility for Well-Being

52:15 🎓 The Future of Education & Degrees

59:20 🔍 Critical Thinking and Self-Reflection

01:03:49 🤖 AI’s Impact on Leadership & Society

01:07:44 ⚖️ The Weight of Leadership

01:11:05 👶 Shaping a Better Future for Children

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Swen Heidenreich: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swenheidenreich/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

In this enriching conversation with Susanne Madsen, we dive deep into the power of inner work, and why it’s one of the most transformational skills any leader can develop.

Susanne shares practical tools, emotional insights, and inspiring stories that help you understand your patterns, triggers, values, and blind spots, so you can show up with more clarity, presence, empathy, and purpose.

Whether you're navigating burnout, leading diverse teams, dealing with workplace expectations, or simply trying to understand yourself on a deeper level, this episode gives you a roadmap to grow from the inside out.

If you want to lead with heart, perform with authenticity, and create meaningful change… this one is for you. 💛

⏱️ Chapters:

00:00: Intro 🎧 A warm welcome and what to expect in this episode.

01:00: The Link Between Inner Work and Performance ✨ How understanding yourself boosts your leadership and joy.

03:09: Inclusion and Unconscious Biases 🤝 Why inner work helps us see beyond our blind spots.

06:04: The Journey of Becoming a Coach 🌱 Susanne’s path and what led her to this work.

09:08: The Importance of Emotional Awareness ❤️ How your feelings guide your decisions, behaviour, and energy.

11:58: Writing How to Do the Inner Work ✍️ The story behind her book and the lessons inside it.

15:06: Breaking the Cycle of Seeking External Validation 🔁 How to stop relying on approval and reconnect with your inner compass.

17:49: The Complexity of Inner Work 🌀 Why the process isn’t linear, and why that’s okay.

20:48: Living Your Core Values 🌟 How to understand your values and align your actions with them.

23:59: Expectations in the Workplace 🧭 How unclear expectations create friction.

27:56: Setting Expectations in the Workplace 🗣️ Practical steps for clarity and better collaboration.

30:12: Navigating Behavioral Expectations 🧩 How leaders can set behavioural standards compassionately.

32:01: Cultural Context in Feedback 🌍 Why culture matters when giving or receiving feedback.

34:54: Emotional States and Inner Work ⚡ Recognizing your state and coming back to balance.

45:11: Understanding and Preventing Burnout 🔥➡️💧 How to spot early signs and protect your energy.

50:14: Valuing Diversity in Leadership 🌈 Why diversity of thought makes teams stronger.

51:35: The Power of Change and Transformation 🔄 Why real change starts from within, and how to nurture it.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Susanne Madsen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanne-madsen-1134312/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

What if everything you intend to communicate as a leader… isn’t actually what your people feel? 🤯

In today’s episode of The Core Impact Podcast, we sit down with communication and engagement expert LeAnne Lagasse, to uncover the hidden gap between what you want and what they experience.

You’ll learn:

✨ How self-awareness transforms leadership

🧠 Why values must be aligned with real behaviors

💬 The communication habits that drive employee engagement

👥 How generational diversity becomes your biggest advantage

🔄 How feedback builds culture, and connection

🤝 Why YOU are the key to trust and impact If you’ve ever said, “But that wasn’t my intention…”, this conversation is made for you.

You have the power to change what work feels like. It starts with your voice… and your awareness. 🌱 👇 Join the movement toward more human leadership.

🕒 Chapters

00:00 🌟 Welcome & Intro to LeAnne

02:44 🧭 Why Self-Awareness Shapes Leadership

06:49 🧩 Frameworks for Seeing Your Blind Spots

13:28 💔 How to Navigate Tough Feedback

18:27 🗣️ Delivering Feedback with Courage & Care

22:10 🎯 The Power of Factual Feedback

25:18 🚪 Onboarding, Belonging & Early Engagement

30:30 🔄 Communication in Change Management

34:18 💛 How Self-Worth Impacts Performance

37:38 🤖 AI’s Impact on Communication

43:25 🧠 Navigating Tech & Humanity at Work

48:18 👥 The Gift of Generational Diversity

54:25 👀 Hidden Blind Spots in Engagement

01:01:05 🔥 Skills Every Change Maker Needs

01:04:11 🌍 Finding Meaning Through Work

01:10:45 🚀 Leadership Beyond Job Titles

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

LeAnne Lagasse https://www.linkedin.com/in/leannelagasse/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

Laid Off? Restructuring? AI Disruption? Why Your Values Are the Only Real Stability with David Cohen

What do you do when everything changes?

When the company restructures, when AI reshapes the job market, when the role you loved no longer exists?

In the past months, many friends called me saying: “I’ve just been laid off.”

I’ve lived that moment too, the uncertainty, the fear.

And yet… something powerful emerges when the outside world becomes unstable:

👉 Your values become your anchor.

👉 Your CORE becomes your stability.

👉 Your purpose becomes your direction.

In this episode, I sit down with David S. Cohen, author, speaker, and expert in leadership and cultural change, to explore how values drive long-term success.

We talk about:

✨ Why people are hired for skills, but fired for behavior

✨ How shared values build trust and true collaboration

✨ Why 80–85% of cultural change efforts fail within 18 months

✨ How integrity creates opportunities others never see

✨ Why profit is a byproduct of doing business right 🧭

✨ How managers can create psychological safety

✨ And how AI is putting values and ethics into the spotlight more than ever

When you know what you stand for, you don’t fear change, you navigate it with clarity.

If you want inspiration and confidence for your next career step, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen. Reflect. Realign.

Then tell me: which value guides you the most right now?

👇 Chapters 00:00 🎙️

Intro 01:00 💬 Why work feels unstable today

06:08 🌱 Values as our internal foundation

11:04 🛡️ Psychological safety & leadership

15:50 🤝 Hiring for values and cultural fit

20:43 🧭 Integrity driving decisions

26:11 💼 Values in client relationships

30:30 🔄 Living values daily, not talking about them

35:13 🧩 Aligning values with strategy

37:43 ⚠️ Myths of cultural change

41:22 ✨ Defining success through values

42:31 🔥 Safe courage vs. real courage

51:43 ⭐ Vision that inspires action

58:35 🤖 AI’s impact on ethics

01:04:50 💡 Using AI for deeper conversations

01:07:48 🌍 Values shaping culture

01:09:49 ❓David’s question + reflections

📌 If this episode gives you hope or clarity, share it with someone going through change.

You never know whose values need a reminder today.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

David S. Cohen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-cohen-0b0191

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.