Stop Saying “I’m Not Creative”—Lead Like One with Betty Zhang

Guest: Betty Zhang, Head of Innovation Operations at Kids Help PhoneClaire and Betty explore:The surprising moment that transformed Betty’s leadershipWhy creativity is a mindset—not a job titleHow leaders can harness creativity during pressureSimple neuroscience tools to shift from panic to presenceCreative warm-ups that boost smarter, more engaged meetingsHow leaders can reclaim their full identity—beyond the job title Topics Covered + Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Patagonia, Pressure & One Step at a Time02:20 – Betty’s climb and the leadership lesson it taught her05:10 – What “small” feels like (and why it matters)06:00 – Claire on neuroscience: panic, pause & the power of the breath08:30 – Redefining creativity beyond the job title10:10 – From art school to innovation strategy13:00 – The neuroscience of creativity in leadership14:00 – LEGO® SERIOUS PLAY® and why CEOs freeze15:30 – Why work is not your identity17:00 – Claire on panoramic leadership19:30 – How to spark team creativity fast21:00 – Betty’s go-to creative leadership tip22:00 – Rapid Fire: Myth, Mindset & Meeting Hacks25:00 – Books that changed how Betty leads27:00 – Listener challenge: #LeadCreatively28:30 – Final thoughts + webinar inviteFor free resources, upcoming masterclasses, or to join our next live webinar—click the link here: https://linktr.ee/clairehayekJoin the Mental Fitness Masterclass: https://go.clairehayek.com/mental-fitness-masterclassFollow Claire Hayek on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairehayek/🎧 Subscribe to The NeuroLeadership Edge Podcast for brain-based strategies to lead with clarity, courage, and impact. The NeuroLeadership Edge Podcast is produced by Claire Hayek. All opinions are those of the host and guests. For more leadership resources, visit clairehayek.com