What if true leadership wasn’t about control, but about creating safety, belonging, and space for growth?

In this episode, I’m joined by Shane Kenny, a certified coach, entrepreneur, and business leader with more than 30 years of experience in hospitality, service industries, and family businesses. From managing prestigious hotels in Washington D.C. to leading award-winning restaurants in Ireland, Shane has lived the highs and lows of business before transitioning into coaching and systemic business constellations.

We explore Shane’s journey from hospitality to therapy and coaching, the importance of authenticity and empathy in leadership, and why psychological safety is the foundation of thriving workplaces.

Shane shares powerful insights on family business dynamics, navigating transitions, and how ADHD has shaped his personal and professional path. His story is a reminder that leadership is not just about strategy it’s about people, connection, and values.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Family and mental health are top priorities.
• Hospitality is rooted in empathy and human connection.
• Authenticity fosters belonging and trust in the workplace.
• Psychological safety drives engagement and growth.
• Family dynamics profoundly impact business operations.
• Systemic coaching helps navigate hidden challenges.
• Transitions in family businesses can be complex.
• ADHD has influenced Shane’s perspective and approach.
• Supportive environments benefit everyone involved.

✨ In Shane's Words

• "Legacy is always moving."
• "It’s okay to say no."

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What if embracing your differences was the key to unlocking your true potential?

In this episode, I’m joined by Ron Souers, ADHD advocate, podcast host of Dn’t Mind Me, I’m Different, and author of The Self Discovery Journal for Adults with ADHD. Ron shares his journey of living with ADHD and depression, and how it shaped his mission to challenge stigma, foster acceptance, and empower others to thrive.

We explore the importance of mental health in the workplace, the value of open conversations about emotions, and why self-love and self-advocacy are essential for personal growth. Ron also shares his insights on emotional intelligence, pro-social skills, and creating neurodiverse-friendly workplaces that benefit both employees and businesses.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Mental health is crucial for workplace productivity and engagement.
• Too often, people mask their emotions at work instead of seeking support.
• ADHD is often misunderstood and requires deeper awareness and acceptance.
• Open conversations about mental health lead to stronger solutions.
• Self-love and acceptance are central to personal and professional growth.
• Emotional intelligence enhances communication and relationships.
• Pro-social skills help build deeper, more authentic connections.
• Advocacy for mental health transforms both lives and workplaces.

✨ In Their Words

• "A happy employee is a productive employee."
• "I want to understand what ADHD really was."
• "The silence that kills."

Connect with Ron Souers

👉 Website: https://dadhdwss.com/

👉 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ronnyreel/

👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ron-souers-9162b1a0/

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👉 Instagram: @jamesdeancoaching

👉 Podcast: What’s Important to You

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What if the transformative principles of recovery weren’t just for people with addiction, but for anyone ready to stop choosing chaos over peace?

In this episode, I’m joined by Amanda Grace, trauma-informed therapist, integrative coach, and creator of The Serenity Project. After her own eight-year recovery journey, Amanda realized that the wisdom of recovery could benefit everyone, not just those in sobriety. She created The Serenity Project to make those tools accessible to anyone seeking emotional freedom and belonging.

We explore Amanda’s framework of Guts, Grounding & Grace, the role of creativity in healing, and the importance of listening to our inner narrator and inner child. Amanda shares her story of self-discovery, leadership, and the courage it takes to claim sovereignty in life choices. Together, we dive into the messy, honest truths of anger, shame, coping mechanisms, and the universal need for recovery wisdom.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• Sovereignty is essential in making authentic choices.
• Creativity can serve as both healing and expression.
• Understanding your internal narrator deepens self-awareness.
• Coping mechanisms often mask fear of truth and emotion.
• Sobriety and recovery can transform life beyond addiction.
• Leadership often emerges from personal struggles.
• Belonging is vital in recovery and growth.
• Women often carry chaos at the cost of their own well-being.
• Recovery wisdom applies to everyday life, not just addiction.
• Guts, Grounding & Grace provide a framework for lasting change.

✨ In Their Words

• "Anger and shame cycle."
• "We are chaos managers."
• "You cannot buy health."



Connect with Amanda Grace

👉 Website: https://theserenityproject.ie/

👉 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/graceforhire/

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👉 Instagram: @jamesdeancoaching

👉 Podcast: What’s Important to You

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If you’re ready to reconnect with what matters most and move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose — I’d love to support you.

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