Ep. 81 The Leadership Crisis is Real. Joy is the Answer with Joy Saxton

Joy isn’t light and fluffy. Joy has deep roots. And you desperately need that kind of leadership right now: for yourself.   How do leaders sustain joy, avoid burnout, and make strategic decisions in an overwhelming world?   In this episode of The Joyosity Podcast, leadership expert Jo Saxton returns to explore the long-term chess moves leaders need to make in their lives and organizations.   We discuss: Why joy isn’t light and fluffy. Jenn talks about it like lavender, thriving in rocky soil. How deep roots in leadership come from mental, emotional, and physical well-being. The power of identifying your joy drains and joy fillers to lead effectively. Jo gives five practical strategies to cut through distraction and make intentional leadership choices.   If you’re feeling stretched thin, this conversation will give you tangible ways to refocus and lead from a place of strength. And just know the feeling of feeling seen in the difficulty. You are not alone.   Here’s what we talked about: Our present leadership moment When leading is hard you need joy, rooted joy. Leadership starts by leading yourself first The five areas to start with as a leader How to manage distractions and drains   Links/ Resources: Connect with Jo Saxton: joesaxton.com Highly recommend “Cup of Jo!”   Podcast: Lead Stories Podcast https://www.leadstoriespodcast.com/   The Free 99 Step: Joyosity Explorer Map will guide you to understanding the deeper purpose and story you tell yourself about your work. Joy is linked to purpose and productivity increases by 20% or more when you directly link your purpose to your work.   Ready to Make a Plan: Joyosity Jumpstart If you’re ready to stop leading from survival mode and lead with connection and joy, the Joyosity™ Jumpstart Session is for you. Clarify what you want, where you are, and what’s getting in the way so you can make a real plan. Only three spots remain.   Ready to Dive In: 1:1 Joyosity Leadership Intensive http://jennwhitmer.com/intensive Work on your leadership stories, mindset, values, and alignment with Jenn 1:1 when it fits your schedule. These are on hold. But you can join the waitlist.