Keywords

leadership, unplugging, self-care, personal growth, emotional well-being, mental health, transformative leadership, courage, authenticity, work-life balance

Summary

In this conversation, Kelley Cornish and Tonya Ladipo explore the profound themes of leadership, the necessity of unplugging, and the courage it takes to prioritize personal well-being. Kelley shares her journey of navigating a successful career while facing personal challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-care and intentional living. The discussion highlights the transformative power of taking time off to recharge and the impact it has on leadership effectiveness. They delve into the need for leaders to cultivate a mindset that embraces vulnerability and the importance of surrounding oneself with positive influences.

About Tonya Ladipo

Tonya Ladipo, LCSW is the founder and CEO of The Ladipo Group, specializing in workplace wellness, emotional intelligence, and psychological safety. With over 25 years of experience, she partners with mission-driven organizations to foster psychologically safe environments where people thrive. Her philosophy—Knowledge is Good, Behavior is Better—drives her approach to sustainable behavior change. A sought-after speaker, she has engaged audiences from Google to Black Enterprise and has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, and more. Recognized with awards like Titan 100 and the Pioneer Award, Tonya is a leader in cultivating emotionally intelligent workplaces.

Takeaways

• Leadership is about authenticity and servant leadership.

• Unplugging is essential for mental and emotional well-being.

• Courage is required to pause and reflect on one's life.

• Transformative leadership involves personal growth and self-awareness.

• Navigating personal challenges is part of being a leader.

• Creating space for self-care is crucial for effective leadership.

• Intentional living helps maintain balance in life and work.

• Taking time off can lead to renewed energy and productivity.

• Surrounding oneself with positive influences is vital for growth.

• Leaders must learn to unplug as a necessary skill set.

Titles

• Unplugging for Leadership Success

• The Courage to Pause: A Leader's Journey

• Transformative Leadership: Balancing Life and Work

• Navigating Personal Challenges in Leadership

Sound Bites

• "You have to check out either proactively or reactively."

• "It is one of the most critical skill sets you can have."

• "You have to figure out how to unplug."

• "I made a vow to myself on the balcony."

• "This is what freedom feels like."

• "I hope that this will be a new platform for me."

• "It’s necessary to create space and time for it."

• "You are making a difference."