Too often, we get stuck waiting—waiting to feel motivated, waiting for circumstances to change, waiting for someone else to make the first move. But what if we flipped the script? What if we built the psychological flexibility to adapt, take ownership, and move forward—no matter what life throws our way?

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Carrie Johansson, a psychologist, speaker, and author who helps people develop the mental agility to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence and clarity. She breaks down how psychological flexibility isn’t just about resilience—it’s about actively choosing your response to life’s challenges.

In this conversation, we explore:

✔️ Why psychological flexibility is the key to navigating uncertainty with confidence
✔️ How to shift from feeling stuck to taking action—even when motivation is low
✔️ The power of choice architecture—setting yourself up for success
✔️ One simple shift you can make today to take back control of your life

"Motivation comes at the end of action. It does not predate action." – Dr. Carrie Johansson

If you’re ready to stop waiting and start leading your life with intention, this episode is for you.

✨ Your action step: When faced with a challenge, swap “Why me?” for “What’s my next best move?” Even the smallest action moves you forward.

🎧 Tune in now and start building your psychological flexibility!

📖 Grab Dr. Carrie’s book, Self Help on the Go, and explore more of her work here: SelfHelpOnTheGo.com

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In a world that often pushes individual success over collective growth, how do we create communities that truly support and uplift us?

In this episode, I sit down with Megan Bozzuto, President of the International Association of Women (IAW), to explore what it means to build purposeful community—one that fosters connection, collaboration and confidence.

Megan shares her unexpected journey into leadership, the power of showing up authentically and how we can create psychologically-safe spaces where they feel seen, valued and supported.

Listen in as we discuss:

✔️ The power of connection and how to build a strong, supportive network

✔️ Why asking for help is a leadership strength, not a weakness

✔️ How to balance authenticity with professionalism in community spaces

✔️ The importance of giving first and how it strengthens your network

✔️ A simple yet transformative way to step into community today

If you're ready to build deeper, more meaningful connections—without the pressure of perfection—this conversation is for you.

Action step: Find a community that aligns with your values and start by giving. Whether it’s sharing a resource, offering support, or making a connection, giving is the first step toward meaningful relationships.

🌎Learn more about the International Association of Women:https://www.iawomen.com/

🔗Connect with Megan on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/megbozz/

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🚀 Supercharge Your Leadership & Team 🚀

💡 Get 50 free Power-Ups to boost energy and engagement in your workplace → thesuperchargedworkspace.com

📖 Buy The Happy Leader Playbook: A science-backed guide to supercharging energy and impact → https://a.co/d/gGWEHik

What if leadership wasn’t about doing more but about energizing more?

In this special episode, bestselling author and publishing expert Suzanne Doyle-Ingram flips the script and interviews me, Jessica Lyonford, founder of Project More Happy and author of The Happy Leader Playbook. Together, we dive into the science of happiness in leadership and why positive energy is the ultimate competitive advantage.

Suzanne, who has helped over 1,000 professionals write and publish books, brings her curiosity and communication expertise to this powerful conversation on rethinking leadership, workplace culture, and personal fulfillment.

In this episode, we explore:

✅ Why happiness isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership strategy backed by science

✅ The surprising ways your energy impacts engagement, productivity, and success

✅ How small, intentional actions create lasting change (no massive overhauls needed!)

✅ The eight essential skills (pillars of happiness) that fuel high-impact leadership

✅ Real-world strategies to design workplaces—and lives—where people thrive

If you're ready to lead with energy, intention and impact, this conversation is for you.

🔥 Action step: Shift your focus from efficiency to energy. Take a moment to map where your energy flows and drains throughout the day. What activities fuel you? What depletes you? Prioritize what gives you energy and explore ways to shift or delegate what doesn’t. Happy leadership starts with leading your own energy first.

📖 The Happy Leader Playbook is officially out now! Grab your copy here → https://a.co/d/e0n4CwB⁠

📚 Learn more about Prominence Publishing → ⁠https://prominencepublishing.com⁠

✨ Get Happy Leader resources → ⁠https://jessicalyonford.com⁠