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54. Becoming Better - Healing, Mindsets & the Inner Work of Leadership with Ryan Gottfredson

July 14, 2025 • Connect your people; transform you culture. With Dr. Lola Gershfeld • Season 3 • Episode 54

In this powerful episode of The Leader in You, Dr. Lola and Polina sit down with bestselling author and leadership expert Ryan Gottfredson to explore what it really takes to become a better leader—and a better human.

Drawing from his new book Becoming Better: The Groundbreaking Science of Personal Transformation, Ryan shares his personal journey of healing, the difference between horizontal and vertical development, and how trauma—even unrecognized-can limit emotional intelligence and self-awareness.

You’ll learn:

Why adding more “skills” isn’t enough and why you need to upgrade your internal operating system
How trauma and emotional neglect can quietly shape our leadership
The essential role of healing in becoming an emotionally intelligent leader
Daily tools to support nervous system regulation, self-awareness, and personal growth
Why courageous leaders are the ones willing to face discomfort—and how to start that journey

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Dr. Lola Gershfeld, a distinguished organizational psychologist, has dedicated her career to delving into the intricate layers of employee engagement, team ...