Putting the Cherry on Top: Leading with Joy, Generosity &...

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Leadership isn’t just about performance... it’s about people.In this powerful episode of Workforce Unscripted, Christine and Melissa sit down with Joyce Russell, President of The US Foundation, to explore what it truly means to lead with joy, generosity, and grit.Drawing from an extraordinary career journey spanning business leadership and philanthropy, Joyce reflects on the human qualities that define great leaders - empathy, resilience, purpose, and the commitment to lifting others along the way. She shares personal stories about the leaders who shaped her, the lessons she learned through transition, and what “putting the cherry on top” means when it comes to creating lasting impact.From navigating change to balancing heart and results, this episode offers thoughtful insights for emerging and experienced leaders alike. It’s a reminder that the most meaningful leadership legacies are built not only on outcomes, but on how we show up for others.

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This episode was published on February 16, 2026.

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Leadership isn’t just about performance... it’s about people.In this powerful episode of Workforce Unscripted, Christine and Melissa sit down with Joyce Russell, President of The US Foundation, to explore what it truly means to lead with joy,...

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