R.O.G. Return on Generosity

By: Shannon Cassidy
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  • A half hour interview show featuring innovative leaders who cultivate a culture of giving, belonging and thriving together. In each episode, we’ll explore how generosity at work impacts the bottom line and address cultural dynamics, team behavior and peer relationships.
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  • 215. Jabari Whitehead - Better Us, Better Them

    215. Jabari Whitehead - Better Us, Better Them
    Jan 14 2025
    "One of the best decisions I've ever made as a leader is just getting out of the way of people doing the work and being more of a support." "But to go to a place where people allow you to be yourself and to grow with you is a great form of generosity that no leader should ever overlook." "The obstacle is the way. The obstacle is the way. Whatever you're trying to get through, the way you're trying to get to, the obstacle is the most direct route. Turning and facing the obstacle is the direct path to being better." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Jabari Whitehead05:40 Generosity in the School Community13:11 The Value of Generosity22:01 Parenting and Leadership29:22 Courage and Vulnerability in Leadership35:37 Embracing Imperfection: Be Brave, Not Perfect40:52 Better Us, Better Them: Leading by Example50:30 The Power of Connection and Compassion Episode Summary: In this engaging conversation, Dr. Jabari Whitehead, principal of Chatham Park Elementary School, shares his journey in education, emphasizing the importance of generosity, connection, and discipline in both personal and professional life. He discusses the impact of community involvement, the value of daily habits, and the courage required in leadership. Dr. Whitehead advocates for a 'better us, better them' philosophy, encouraging self-improvement to foster a positive environment for students and families. He highlights the significance of vulnerability and the power of human connection in creating a supportive school culture. R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Dr. Whitehead emphasizes the importance of seeing humanity in everyone.Generosity in education builds trust and community.Daily habits and discipline are crucial for personal growth.Courage and vulnerability are essential traits for effective leadership.The 'better us, better them' philosophy promotes self-improvement for better outcomes.Connection with families enhances the school community.Being brave, not perfect, allows for growth and learning.Generosity leads to a more engaged and supportive environment.Daily practices can create a positive school culture.Connection is key to a fulfilling life. Guest Bio: Jabari Whitehead, Ed.D. is the Principal of Chatham Park Elementary School in the Haverford School District, a husband, a father of two teenagers (Avery & Evan) and an adjunct professor at Saint Joseph’s University of Philadelphia teaching doctoral and masters level courses in Educational Leadership. With over 20 years of experience as an educator in K-12 in Maryland, New Jersey and Pennsylvania and with 17 years in school leadership, Dr. Whitehead has spent his career dedicated to the growth of his students and community. Dr. Whitehead received his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Saint Joseph’s University, Class of 2017, with a focus on Transformational Leadership and the Socio-Cognitive Theory of Self-Efficacy. His prior education includes an M.S. in Educational Leadership from Saint Joseph’s, Class of 2005, and his B.A. in Elementary Education from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Most recently Dr. Jabari Whitehead has lent his voice to the following… Saint Joseph’s University Unlimited Learning Webinar Series: The Role of Mental Health in Education and Leadership (9/18/2020) The Bridge Between YouTube Channel with Shannon Cassidy: Journey to Authentic Leadership (7/2/2020) The Bridge Between YouTube Channel with Shannon Cassidy: Managing the Fear of Returning to School (8/4/2020) WMMR Public Affairs Show- Discussion about Virtual Learning (9/6/2020) • Partnering with and speaking to police departments regarding policing practices in local municipalities Panelist Speaker-GESU School Symposium 11/18/21 Working Together to Manage Pandemic Stress in Our School Communities Contributing author to the educational leadership text, “Intersectionality and Leading Social Change in Education: Professional Learning to Transform Self, Others, and the Field” Additionally, Dr. Jabari Whitehead is an avid reader, journals, a “Crossfitter”, trail hiker, enjoys any time at the beach, and being his children’s biggest cheerleader on the sideline for their sports (lacrosse and soccer). The real truth, Dr. Whitehead refers to himself as a mess and a masterpiece constantly evolving and becoming. Along the way, he lives each day to add value to the lives of others through vulnerability and connection. Resources: Daily Stoic PodcastsIntersectionality and Leading Social Change in Education (Wang et. al, 2024)Rich Roll Podcast Rangan Chatterjee Feel Better Live More PodcastPrincipal Weekly Announcements (Jabari Whitehead Ed. D.)The Role of Mental Health in Education | SJU's Unlimited Learning SeriesLinkedIn postMarvin Snapp - Never Would Have Made ItMaxwell - FortunateJill Scott - Golden Where to find R.O.G. Podcast: R.O.G on YouTube R.O.G on Apple Podcasts R.O.G on Spotify How diverse is your network? N.D.I. Network Diversity Index What is your Generosity ...
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    52 mins
  • 214. Jeff Benton & Brett Weinroth - From Chaos to Coherence

    214. Jeff Benton & Brett Weinroth - From Chaos to Coherence
    Jan 7 2025
    "We are the creators of our own lives." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Paragon Performance Evolution04:52 Personal Journeys and Inspirations09:55 The Impact of Stress and Mental Health15:01 Understanding Emotions and Thought Patterns20:06 Techniques for Coherence and Emotional Regulation25:09 The Science of Heart-Focused Breathing30:04 Generosity and Corporate Culture Transformation31:18 Navigating Stress in Leadership Teams33:08 The Cornell University Transformation Story38:34 Creating Safe Spaces for Vulnerability41:32 Practical Techniques for Coherence47:05 Morning Intentions and Gratitude Practices Episode Summary: In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy speaks with Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth from Paragon Performance Evolution about their journey in peak performance training. They discuss their personal backgrounds, the impact of stress and mental health, and the importance of emotional regulation. The conversation delves into techniques for achieving coherence through heart-focused breathing and the significance of understanding emotions in both personal and professional settings. They emphasize the need for a culture of generosity and emotional awareness in the workplace. In this conversation, Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth discuss the impact of stress on leadership teams and the importance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability and authenticity. The discussion also covers practical tools for achieving coherence and the significance of morning intentions and gratitude practices in personal and professional growth. R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Personal experiences of trauma can lead to profound transformations.Stress impacts our emotional and physical well-being significantly.Awareness of thoughts and emotions is crucial for personal development.Heart-focused breathing can help regulate emotions and improve coherence.Negative thoughts are common, but we can rewire our brains.Mindfulness practices can help manage stress effectively.Creating safe spaces allows for authentic vulnerability.Gratitude practices can rewire team dynamics.Morning intentions set the tone for the day. Guest Bio: Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth with Paragon Performance Evolution, focus on peak performance training through various aspects of personal and collective growth. By developing customized leadership and high-performance programs, Paragon’s focus is to create a significant impact on client organizations, ranging from FORTUNE 500 companies to Special Forces, professional athletes, leading academic institutions, Global First Ladies, and even astronauts. The core of Paragon's teachings revolves around achieving a coherent flow state through self-regulation and increased awareness of thoughts and emotions. By helping individuals attain this state of coherence, Paragon enables them to optimize key brain functions and improve overall physiology, leading to greater clarity, presence, joy and gratitude. This enables clients to achieve greater overall performance, and also deeper and more authentic relationships, at an individual, team and organizational level. The topics covered in Paragon's peak performance programs are diverse and essential for personal and professional growth. Leadership, resilience, conscious and heart-centered leadership, coherent communication, and emotional intelligence are all vital areas that are a focus on the Paragon programs. Overall, Paragon's approach is holistic, combining transformative methodologies with a deep understanding of human behavior to help individuals and organizations reach new heights of success and fulfillment. Resources: PerformanceParagon.comJeff Benton on LinkedIn (in/jeffrey-robert-benton-51240a4Brett Weinroth on LinkedIn (in/bweinroth) Where to find R.O.G. Podcast: R.O.G on YouTube R.O.G on Apple Podcasts R.O.G on Spotify How diverse is your network? N.D.I. Network Diversity Index What is your Generosity Style? Generosity Quiz Credits: Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth, Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc. Coming Next: Please join us next week, Episode 215, Special Guest, Dr. Maureen Reusche.
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    48 mins
  • 213. What Small Shifts Will You Make in 2025? | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip

    213. What Small Shifts Will You Make in 2025? | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip
    Dec 31 2024

    “...And the reason for five degrees is that 5 % of our behavior is self-regulated willpower, which means 95 % is habit. The only way that we can create lasting change is through incremental steps.”

    Episode summary |

    In this final episode of 2024, Shannon Cassidy introduces the Five Degree Principle, a framework designed to facilitate meaningful change through small, incremental steps. She discusses the importance of sustainable change in leadership and announces the launch of her new online course, 'The Power of Five Degree Change,' which aims to provide actionable lessons for personal and professional transformation.

    R.O.G. Takeaway Tips |

    • The Five Degree Principle helps leaders create meaningful change.
    • 95% of our behavior is driven by habit, not willpower.
    • Small intentional adjustments can lead to significant results.
    • The new online course offers a comprehensive learning experience.
    • Sustainable change is achievable through incremental steps.
    • Celebrating small changes can lead to a more impactful leadership journey.

    Host Bio |

    Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in generous leadership, behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and conflict resolution. She provides Executive Coaching, Facilitation (team sessions, mentoring programs, leadership retreats, executive workshops, mediation services) and Keynote Speaking (conferences, annual events, ceremonies) all custom designed. This is her podcast, R.O.G. Return on Generosity focusing on how to be a corporate generous leader by sharing time, talent and gratitude.

    Shannon combines her keen ability to get to the heart of every matter with a proven track record as a corporate leader. Before founding Bridge Between, Inc. she spent years building profitable businesses and driving innovation and leadership initiatives. This real-world experience formed the bedrock of her success. She equips her clients with the strategies, tools, and inspiration to thrive during organizational change and to lead with vision, purpose, and generosity.

    Shannon has authored several articles and books including Discover Your Inner Strength (2009), The Five Degree Principle: How Small Changes Lead to Big Results (2013), V.I.B.E. A Self-Discovery Journey to Authentic Leadership (2014) and Grounded in Gratitude a one-line-a –day, five-year gratitude journal (2015-2023). Her current efforts focus on the benefits of Generosity at Work.

    Resources:

    • Free N.D.I. Network Diversity Index
    • Free Generosity Quiz
    • YouTube
    • Bridge Between, Inc.
    • The Five Degree Principle by Shannon Cassidy
    • V.I.B.E. by Shannon Cassidy
    • R.O.G. on Apple Podcasts
    • R.O.G. on Spotify

    Credits: Sheep Jam Productions, Host Shannon Cassidy, Bridge Between, Inc.

    Coming Next: Please join us next week, Episode 214, Special Guests, Jeff Benton and Brett Weinroth.
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    7 mins

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