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.
Episodes

Jul 9, 2023
Jul 9, 2023
51 min
In this episode I talk to Dr. Heather Browne about how re-framing how we communication can turn any conversation into one that starts from "help me understand what this means to you."
Introduction
As a relationship expert, Dr. Heather Browne has worked with thousands of individuals and couples in psychotherapy. She is published in hundreds of journals, has an active YouTube channel, has been featured on ABC-7 news, was the relationship expert on KDOC Daybreak OC, and is published in Inc., Toronto Sun, Thriving Family Magazine, Light + Life, BRAINZ, Scary Mommy, and Psychology Today. She is a regular guest blogger for both Links for Shrinks and for Marriage Friendly Therapists. She offers a weekly newsletter packed with tips and techniques to improve relationships and has workshops!
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Jul 5, 2023
Jul 5, 2023
19 sec
A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life.
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Jul 2, 2023
Jul 2, 2023
49 min
In this episode I talk to Raewyn Guerrero about the importance of understanding and treating the root cause of illness and not just the symptoms as well as the importance of creating wellness programs in the workplace that are sustainable and include the power of mindset.
Introduction
Raewyn integrates nutrition with psychology to bring about rapid transformation in the mental and physical health of individuals and organizations.
After years chasing symptoms in the Conventional Medicine World to address her own Anxiety, Burnout, IBS and Infertility, Raewyn discovered the evidence-based framework of Functional Medicine which reversed her medical diagnoses.
Inspired by the rapid transformation and shifts in her own health, she retrained in Functional Diagnostic Nutrition. Her work has evolved from hypnotherapy for anxiety, performance and personal development to using functional lab testing and personalized nutrition, to address IBS and chronic health conditions that can be holding you back from reaching your full potential.
Because when you get the body right, the brain will follow. Her mission is to awaken everyone she meets to the innate wisdom of the body, so that they can live longer with clarity, freedom and joy.
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Jun 21, 2023
Jun 21, 2023
19 sec
A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life.
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Jun 18, 2023
Jun 18, 2023
57 min
In this episode I talk to Tasneem Ali about challenges she experienced as an introvert in an office environment and what she did to connect with others in a way that felt genuine and safe for her. She talks about how to "offer a respectful space for others". She believes that psychologically safe environments are created by "building trust, showing empathy and putting a culture of integrity into practice."
Introduction
Tasneem is an Authentic Leadership Coach and helps ambitious introverts get out of their own way and grow their career by creating an authentic leadership presence. Tasneem works with individuals and organisations on a 1:1 basis as well as offers group coaching, training & workshops as well as talks to empower people's thinking for powerful action.
Tasneem believes that to become a great leader, you must start self-leadership. She works with her clients on harnessing their potential by focusing on strengths and strategies so they can grow and thrive in their career. Having worked in the coporrate sector for 18 years in successive leadership roles, she knows what it is like to be an introvert, putting herself out there and get constant advice from extroverts how to be more like them. She believes there is a better and authentic way for introverts to get to leadership roles, and she is here to help.
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Jun 14, 2023
Jun 14, 2023
19 sec
A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life.
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Jun 11, 2023
Jun 11, 2023
49 min
In this episode I talk to Julia Nepini about creating a positive workplace culture.
Introduction
Julia is a clinical and forensic social worker who owns a counseling practice and a consulting business.
She has a podcast called the Compassionate Climb where we discuss the challenges of being successful in business while maintaining integrity.
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Thank you for listening.
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Thanks everyone!
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Let's Connect
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Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca
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Jun 7, 2023
Jun 7, 2023
19 sec
A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life.
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Jun 4, 2023
Jun 4, 2023
59 min
In this episode I talk to Julie Zaruba Fountaine about the pursuit of happiness and our overall wellness and well-being.
Introduction
Julie Zaruba Fountaine is a Well-being Specialist who specializes in health promotion and change management.
She has her MBA in Change and Leadership, an MS in Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Science and over ten years of experience guiding leaders and learners from a state of overwhelm, stress, and procrastination into a state of action.
She strives to build a world where all can thrive, through her work as a consultant, public speaker, and facilitator. When she is not facilitating and consulting you can find her hiking, biking, or paddling in the great outdoors.
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Thank you for listening.
If you enjoyed this episode, please consider subscribing and leaving a review.
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Thanks everyone!
Keep reaching for your highest branch!
Let's Connect
Follow me on Instagram here Join the podcast’s Facebook group here
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Email: mthomson@curisconsulting.ca
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May 31, 2023
May 31, 2023
18 sec
A mid-week dose of inspiration that I hope will keep you thinking in all aspects of your life.
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Lead With Purpose
This podcast was created for emerging and experienced leaders, consultants, entrepreneurs and coaches who are committed to transforming workplaces where everyone thrives because people feel valued, seen and heard.








