Lead From Within

Each week, host Michele Thomson will do a deep-dive into how leaders can hold space so people feel valued, build trust and create psychologically safe workplaces that people never want to leave. We will include how to sustainably incorporate self-care into your daily routine so that you feel balanced and purposeful in all aspects of your life. Leadership isn‘t complicated - it begins from within.

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Episodes

7 hours ago

A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life. 
I'd love to hear your comments about this episode. Share with me your thoughts about this quote. Did you use it to journal your thoughts? 
 
Let's Connect
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Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE

4 days ago

In this episode I talk to Karen Marginot about her life transformations that led her to becoming a certified leadership coach, author and speaker. 
Introduction
Karen Marginot is a certified leadership coach, author, and speaker specializing in facilitating mindful transformations for individuals, leaders, and teams. Her first book, “The Bad Girls Club: Promises of a Spirituality-Based Recovery,” is a deeply personal journey through addiction to redemption in which Marginot shines a light to a way out for those who desire to recover from the devastation of alcoholism and addiction.
 
Resources mentioned in this episode
Follow Karen:
Website: HERE
LinkedIn: HERE
Instagram: HERE
Facebook: HERE
Karen's Book: Amazon (Canada): HERE
                      Amazon (USA): HERE
Book mentioned: A Wrinkle In Time: HERE
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Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
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Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE
Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab. 
It is greatly appreciated!
 

BONUS: Mini Dose of Inspiration

Wednesday Jul 02, 2025

Wednesday Jul 02, 2025

A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life. 
I'd love to hear your comments about this episode. Share with me your thoughts about this quote. Did you use it to journal your thoughts? 
 
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE

Sunday Jun 29, 2025

In this episode I talk to Barbara Boselli about her 3-step process "What Can I Control?" that helps move leaders from being stuck-to moving with intention. 
Introduction
Barbara Boselli is a leadership expert, speaker, and executive coach with over 15 years of experience leading teams in Fortune 500 companies, including Google. She specializes in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and leadership development, empowering professionals and organizations to navigate today’s fast-paced world with clarity and impact.
Barbara has delivered training at leading organizations such as The World Bank and Capital One, equipping leaders with the skills to foster resilience, collaboration, and growth. She holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and certifications from the Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute and iPEC. Additionally, she has a degree in Spiritual Psychology from the University of Santa Monica.
By integrating neuroscience, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness into her coaching and workshops, Barbara helps individuals and teams unlock their full potential. Her approach is both practical and transformative, guiding leaders toward greater self-awareness, stronger relationships, and more effective decision-making in their personal and professional lives.
 
Resources mentioned in this episode
Follow Barbara:
Website: HERE
LinkedIn: HERE
Instagram: HERE
FREE Resource-Top 10: HERE
 
Thank you for listening.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review.
Leave comment on what you enjoyed from the episode and if you have any suggestions for future episodes, I’d love to hear from you.
Even better, share it with a friend or colleague and turn on the notifications so that you never miss an episode.
It really helps the podcast gain more listeners so that we can grow our Lead From Within community.
Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE
Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab. 
It is greatly appreciated!
 

BONUS: Mini Dose of Inspiration

Wednesday Jun 25, 2025

Wednesday Jun 25, 2025

A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life. 
I'd love to hear your comments about this episode. Share with me your thoughts about this quote. Did you use it to journal your thoughts? 
 
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE

Sunday Jun 22, 2025

In this episode I talk to Emma Mason about how women who are senior leaders can find themselves at a crossroad in their career and what to do if this happens.
Introduction
Emma is a Success Coach for senior women leaders at a crossroads in their career. She helps them gain the clarity and confidence they need to decide on the next career move that's right for you so you can rewrite the narrative about what it means to be a woman with influence. 
As a former public servant, Emma understand the challenges of navigating a corporate career. Over 14 years she grew my career to the senior executive ranks. She was involved in large organizational change projects, managed multiple million-dollar budgets and led large teams of people through significant transformations. But despite being qualified, capable and experienced she found herself burnt out and broken, leaving a career I loved. The truth is if she knew then what she knows now she probably would have made a different decision. 
Emma couldn't find what she needed when she found herself at a career crossroad despite her best efforts. And so, she combined her professional expertise in organizational psychology with her experience as a senior executive leader to fill the gap. As a result, she has uncovered the key reasons women find themselves at this juncture and as result created a unique but powerful approach. 
 
Resources mentioned in this episode
Follow Emma:
Website: HERE
LinkedIn: HERE
FREE: 5 questions: From Confusion To Clarity: HERE
 
Thank you for listening.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review.
Leave comment on what you enjoyed from the episode and if you have any suggestions for future episodes, I’d love to hear from you.
Even better, share it with a friend or colleague and turn on the notifications so that you never miss an episode.
It really helps the podcast gain more listeners so that we can grow our Lead From Within community.
Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE
Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab. 
It is greatly appreciated!
 

BONUS: Mini Dose of Inspiration

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025

A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life. 
I'd love to hear your comments about this episode. Share with me your thoughts about this quote. Did you use it to journal your thoughts? 
 
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE

Sunday Jun 15, 2025

In this episode I talk to Diane Demetre about Luminary Leadership and how to cultivate trust and inspire internal joy.
Introduction
Diane Demetre is an award-winning business leader, author of a dozen books, keynote speaker, and expert in transformational leadership, blending over 40 years of multi-industry experience with a deep understanding of human potential. Her career, marked by entrepreneurial success and corporate excellence, spans leadership roles in the luxury tourism, national transport, and airline services sectors. She has consistently demonstrated a forward-thinking approach, positioning herself as a leader in business transformation and operational excellence.
An engaging and dynamic speaker, Diane brings unparalleled energy to every presentation. Drawing from her extensive background in theatre and media, she masterfully captivates audiences, moving them to action with her big, bold, brave delivery. Her approach is grounded in science and psychology, offering attendees practical, actionable strategies that foster peak performance and transform organisations. Diane’s ability to combine visionary insights with high-energy engagement ensures that her message resonates deeply, leaving audiences not only inspired but equipped to forge forward facing futures.
Honoured with the 2019 SBAA International Women's Day Leader Award and the Australian Enterprise Awards for Most Empowering Leadership and Mindset Speaker 2024 and 2025, Diane's achievements underscore her role as a transformative force, shaping fearless leaders and pioneering global business excellence.
Resources mentioned in this episode
Follow Diane:
Website: HERE
LinkedIn: HERE
Facebook: HERE
 
Thank you for listening.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review.
Leave comment on what you enjoyed from the episode and if you have any suggestions for future episodes, I’d love to hear from you.
Even better, share it with a friend or colleague and turn on the notifications so that you never miss an episode.
It really helps the podcast gain more listeners so that we can grow our Lead From Within community.
Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE
Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab. 
It is greatly appreciated!
 

BONUS: Mini Dose of Inspiration

Wednesday Jun 11, 2025

Wednesday Jun 11, 2025

A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life. 
I'd love to hear your comments about this episode. Share with me your thoughts about this quote. Did you use it to journal your thoughts? 
 
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE

Sunday Jun 08, 2025

In this episode I talk to Chris Walker about supporting people in hybrid workplaces and how "thinking big" can help leaders support others well.
Introduction
Chris is the Founder of Legiit, the world’s only B2B Growth Engine that helps businesses with the right tools and professionals to help grow and achieve their goals.
He is a seasoned entrepreneur who has built multiple 7 and 8 figure businesses including SuperstarSEO, Legiit Leads, Snapt.io & more!
 
Resources mentioned in this episode
Follow Chris:
Website: HERE
LinkedIn: HERE
Instagram: HERE
Facebook: HERE
YouTube: HERE
FREE Download: HERE
 
Thank you for listening.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review.
Leave comment on what you enjoyed from the episode and if you have any suggestions for future episodes, I’d love to hear from you.
Even better, share it with a friend or colleague and turn on the notifications so that you never miss an episode.
It really helps the podcast gain more listeners so that we can grow our Lead From Within community.
Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
Follow me on LinkedIn Here
Visit my website Here
Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca 
Self-Care Guide on Amazon:
Canada: HERE
USA: HERE
Leave me a voice note HERE and have it included on a future podcast! Just click on the "message" tab. 
It is greatly appreciated!
 

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