#176. Bringing Back the Human Element in Leadership with Dr Jennifer Nash

This week on A Voice and Beyond, we are thrilled to welcome Dr. Jennifer Nash, a leadership expert and consultant who has guided Fortune 50 organizations such as Google, Ford, Exxon Mobil, JP Morgan, IBM, Boeing, and Verizon to exceptional success. As the founder and CEO of Jennifer Nash Coaching & Consulting, Dr. Nash has dedicated her career to helping leaders connect people and performance, driving remarkable results. With a distinguished 25-year career, Dr. Nash has held executive and leadership roles at Deloitte Consulting and Ford Motor Company. She has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Michigan. Her insights have been featured in the Harvard Business Review, and she has presented her research at Columbia University. As a Harvard/McLean Institute of Coaching Fellow, she continues to influence the field of leadership coaching. In 2023, Dr. Nash published her acclaimed book, "Be Human, Lead Human.” In today"s episode, Dr. Nash shares her inspiring journey from the creative arts to the corporate world, navigating the challenges of a male-dominated business environment. Through her observations and research, she has identified the key characteristics of outstanding leaders, and Dr. Nash"s mission is to reintroduce the human element into business leadership, focusing on essential topics such as parenting, role modeling, conflict resolution, self-care, and the intrinsic work necessary for effective leadership. Dr. Nash also addresses the current leadership pandemic, discussing how COVID-19 and social media have exacerbated this issue. Join us for a compelling conversation filled with valuable insights and practical advice for leaders at all levels. Don"t miss this captivating episode of A Voice and Beyond. Ready to transform your life with the power of gratitude? The Ultimate Gratitude Journal is your guide to cultivating joy, positivity, and mindfulness with daily prompts, inspirational quotes, and space for reflection. Enjoy a special 30% discount for one week only by visiting www.drmarisaleenaismith.com/journal Start your journey to a more grateful and fulfilling life today! In This Episode 0:00 - Transform your life with the power of gratitude 6:57 - Imposter syndrome and career transitions 12:06 - Leadership and management practices during Covid-19 20:24 - Relationship building and the impact of technology on mental health 29:28 - Sponsor the Podcast and reach a global audience 33:31 - Personal growth and conflict resolution in the workplace 51:03 - Leadership skill, empathy and self-care Find Jennifer OnlineJennifer"s WebsiteJennifer"s BookJennifers"s Instagram Ready to reach a global audience with your product or service? We offer multiple opportunities for advertisement sponsorship on A Voice and Beyond. Email info@drmarisaleenaismith.com or visit the sponsor page to learn more. For more, go to drmarisaleenaismith.com/176.