Carolyn Swora: Understanding Trauma-Informed Leadership

In this episode, Carolyn Swora discusses her journey in researching and writing her book 'Evolve: The Path to Trauma-Informed Leadership', which highlights the importance of understanding the nervous system in leadership. Carolyn shares her personal experiences and insights into how trauma impacts leaders' effectiveness, stressing the need for leaders to be present and attuned to their own emotional and physiological states. The conversation offers valuable perspectives on trauma-informed practices and their significance in creating psychologically and physiologically safe workplaces.   Episode Highlights: 02:00 The Journey to Trauma-Informed Leadership 09:24 The Role of Emotional Intelligence 16:42 Polyvagal Theory and Leadership 22:52 Practical Tips for Leaders   Carolyn Swora is a leadership consultant, team coach, certified Dare to Lead™ facilitator, and two-time bestselling author. Her award-winning book, Evolve: The Path to Trauma-Informed Leadership, highlights the critical role of the nervous system in leadership. With over 25 years of corporate experience, Carolyn offers a fresh perspective on unlocking potential to drive performance. She works across various sectors, emphasizing change through compassion and humility. Carolyn's trauma-informed approach helps leaders connect with their authentic wisdom, creating environments where employees thrive. She also hosts the podcast Evolve: A New Era of Leadership, exploring mind-body integration for higher performance and purpose.   You can connect with Carolyn in the following ways: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolynswora/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolynswora/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@carolynswora7925?si=A8ilJdbt9c1JaiuW   For more insights: Follow me on my YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/47GgMdn  Sign up for my Weekly Newsletter:  https://bit.ly/3T09kVc Sign up for my LinkedIn Newsletter: https://bit.ly/49SmRV3   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.