Joy at Work Isn’t Fake Smiles—It’s Leading With Love with Gretchen Schott

What happens when life throws you the hardest challenge—and you choose to turn grief into growth? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Gretchen Schott, (https://www.gretchenschott.com/) speaker, author, and leadership powerhouse, to talk about her new book Joy at Work When Women Lead and what it really means to bring authentic joy to the workplace.Spoiler: joy at work isn’t about plastering on a grin. It’s about clarity, self-awareness, and leading with love; a blend of humility, courage, and being lovingly direct when it counts most.Gretchen shares her deeply personal journey, how she reframed heartbreak into purpose, and the practical tools leaders can use to build stronger, more joyful workplaces.What you’ll learn in this episode:  How “cleaning the windshield” helps you banish overwhelm and get clarity  Why the content you consume matters, and how to find true contentment  Practical steps to protect your mental well-being and shift from burnout to joy  Why tolerating a toxic workplace is a choice, and how to know when it’s time to move onWhether you’re leading a team, searching for more fulfillment at work, or just craving more joy in your day-to-day, this episode is full of wisdom, heart, and actionable takeaways.🎧 Tune in now and find your spark of joy.  Want more from Gretchen?  Here are the links.https://www.gretchenschott.com/https://www.instagram.com/leadingwell_inspirations/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenschott/ Gretchen Schott is a growth strategist, executive coach, and keynote speaker who equips leaders to lead with confidence, build trust, and create meaningful impact. As Founder of Leading Well and Chief Learning Officer at Threefold, she delivers transformative coaching, workshops, and leadership development. With over 30 years of experience across industries, she helps individuals and organizations cultivate purposeful, values-driven leadership rooted in joy, accountability, and love.