Ever wondered why workplace culture feels so toxic? Tosca Fasso shares insights on transforming office culture and putting people before profits.

In today's episode, we explore themes of self-care, toxic workplace culture, and the corporate journey, with the incredible Tosca Fasso. Tosca, a former Fortune 100 Executive turned Author, Leadership Consultant, and Podcast Host, shares her experience of climbing the corporate ladder to secure her "dream job," only to face disillusionment due to toxic workplace practices.

Throughout this episode, Tosca discusses her shift towards people-first leadership, emphasizing the need for supportive work environments that prioritize employee well-being over rigid shareholder capitalism. She reflects on the challenges of traditional corporate structures and the importance of embracing change, especially as younger generations enter the workforce. The episode highlights Tosca’s journey of self-discovery and courage in stepping away from the corporate world to pursue a career focused on leadership transformation.

Plus, Tosca introduces her forthcoming book, "NSFW: A Good Manager’s Guide to Better Feeling Work in a Toxic Culture," which she describes as a manifesto advocating for healthier workplace cultures. Through her book, she aims to equip leaders with the tools to adopt people-first policies, emphasizing that modern employees work best when valued and not merely monitored.

Join us for Episode 184 of Joy Found Here and find out how to break free from toxic work culture and lead with compassion and purpose.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The reality of the "Dream Job" (3:49)
• Confronting toxic workplace culture (13:04)
• Writing as a catalyst for change (15:40)
• The problem with shareholder capitalism (21:17)
• The return to office debate (24:20)
• People-first management: A new leadership approach (35:49)
• Looking ahead: Tosca's vision for workplace change (49:52)

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Struggling with sleepless nights and a spirited little one? This episode offers game-changing sleep strategies for 'livewire' kids!

In today's episode, I am joined by two wonderful women, Kim West and Macall Gordon who are both Authors and Sleep Coaching Experts. They discuss their new book, Why Won't You Sleep?!, which explores a gentle, alternative approach to sleep training for children, especially those with "livewire" temperaments who are highly alert and emotionally intense. Kim and Macall emphasize the importance of recognizing a child's temperament in sleep training and advocating for a method that rejects the traditional "cry it out" approach, instead supporting parental involvement to help children learn self-soothing skills over time.

Throughout this episode, Kim West, known as "The Sleep Lady," shares her journey into sleep coaching, driven by her desire to help parents navigate sleep challenges with a gentler approach. Kim explains her "Sleep Lady Shuffle," a coaching method focused on staying with children as they learn to self-soothe, which avoids leaving them alone to cry. She highlights her passion for creating a tailored, gentle approach that is supportive of both parents and children, aiming to help parents feel empowered rather than overwhelmed.

Plus, Macall Gordon brings her expertise as a researcher and parent to the conversation, highlighting how temperament research can change the way parents understand their children's sleep issues. She discusses her struggle with her own child's sleep and the lack of options that didn't involve crying it out, which led her to co-develop the gentle approach with Kim. Her focus on research helps parents see that they’re not to blame for their child's sleep difficulties, offering them the reassurance and alternatives they need to handle sleepless nights effectively.

Tune in and discover gentle, effective strategies to support your child’s sleep, helping you and your family find the rest you deserve.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

Kim and Macall's personal journeys into sleep coaching (1:22)

Challenges with traditional sleep training methods (8:07)

Understanding temperament and its impact on sleep (14:12)

Practical gentle sleep coaching techniques (17:58)

The Role of consistency and parental support (20:29)

Resources for parents and closing thoughts (37:07)

Connect with Kim West:

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Connect with Macall Gordon:

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LinkedIn

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Can forgiveness and healing coexist after childhood trauma? Cindy Benezra’s inspiring story shows us how.

In today's episode, the brave Cindy Benezra and I break the silence around sexual abuse, offer survivors tools to reclaim their voices, and encourage open dialogue on trauma and recovery. Cindy is an Author, Speaker, and Survivor Advocate whose memoir, Under the Orange Blossoms, sheds light on her personal journey through childhood sexual abuse and the path she forged to healing and forgiveness. Through her writing, public speaking, and advocacy, Cindy’s work provides hope, education, and resources for survivors, empowering them to embrace their healing journey.

Throughout this episode, Cindy Benezra shares her story as a survivor and advocate, revealing the profound psychological and physical impact of childhood abuse. She describes how dissociation helped her cope and explains the challenges of navigating family relationships with an abusive parent. Cindy also shares her emotional journey toward forgiving her father, not to excuse his actions but to find personal peace. She offers grounding techniques that help her stay present during her healing and stresses the importance of therapy and self-help.

Tune in to Episode 182 of the Joy Found Here and be moved by Cindy’s courageous story of survival, her insights on breaking the cycle of abuse, finding personal healing, and advocating for open conversations on trauma and resilience.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• The impact of childhood trauma and surviving abuse (2:25)
• Family dynamics and complexities of healing (7:49)
• Dissociation and grounding techniques (11:19)
• The struggle and process of forgiveness (17:38)
• Navigating anger and finding acceptance (22:03)
• Finding her voice and becoming an advocate (37:13)
• Encouragement for survivors and moving forward (42:24)

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• Get Cindy’s book!

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