The Restorative Rebel: Challenging Traditional Views on Leadership

In this episode of Revenue Remix, hosted by Summer Poletti, Founder and CRO of Rise of Us, we are joined by Danny Bicknell—educator, international activist, and author of The Restorative Rebel. Together, they delve into Danny's experiences as the founder of Dab Colab, her work advocating at UN organizations, and her dedication to fostering more inclusive, sustainable workplaces. The discussion covers the evolving landscape of leadership, the influence of internalized capitalism, and the benefits of empathetic leadership in driving sustainable growth. Danny shares insights from her book, strategic undervalued leadership, and the importance of radical empathy in business. Tune in for practical strategies that challenge traditional metrics of success and promote a more holistic approach to revenue growth.Find Dani...everywhere!* Website* Linkedin* Read her newsletter* Check out her book00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:45 Early Career and Surprising Jobs03:08 Challenging Traditional Leadership03:30 The Restorative Rebel: Book Insights08:43 Empathy and Inclusive Leadership19:32 Sustainable Business Practices33:24 Measuring Success Beyond Profit38:20 Self-Care and Work-Life Balance40:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit summerpoletti.substack.com