The emPOWERed Half Hour
Most leadership training skips this part. Dysregulated people get dysregulated results. Regulated people get radiant lives.
I'm Becca Powers—strategic sales leader, nervous system leadership expert, and USA TODAY bestselling author. The emPOWERed Half Hour is the leadership conversation I needed while leading high-performance teams, raising 4 kids, and meeting impossible expectations. On the outside, I was crushing it. On the inside, I was crumbling.
What You'll Learn: This podcast explores what happens when life and leadership collide, and powering through stops working.
Through the lens of nervous system science and trauma-informed leadership, we tackle the hard stuff:
* Why high performers micromanage when they want to empower
* How constant pressure creates reactive leadership and burnout
* What sustainable high performance actually requires
* How to regulate your nervous system under pressure
* Building teams that perform without burning out
What to Expect: Solo episodes and conversations with leaders, experts, and authors bringing real insight and hard-earned wisdom. No generic advice. Real talk, practical strategies, and ideas that actually empower you to lead differently.
This Show Is For: Leaders, executives, individual contributors, and business owners who care about results AND people. If you want leadership conversations that change how you lead and live, you're in the right place.
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The emPOWERed Half Hour
Emotional Intelligence to Elevate and emPOWER Your Life with Author, Dr. Pat Baxter
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Have you ever been told you're 'too emotional'?
It's a phrase many of us have encountered at some point in our lives. But what if we told you that those very emotions, often seen as 'too much,' are not a weakness but a source of incredible strength and emPOWERment?
Emotions are not a bad thing; in fact, they're an essential part of what makes us human. They're like the notes in a symphony, each contributing to the richness and depth of the music of our lives. They provide us with vital information, guiding us through the intricate dance of human experience.
In this enlightening episode, you'll hear the inspiring story of Dr. Pat Baxter, who, like many of us, was once told she was 'too emotional.' But instead of letting those words define her, she chose a different path. Dr. Pat harnessed her emotions as a source of strength and embarked on a remarkable journey of self-discovery.
Key Points From This Episode:
- From "Too Emotional" to a Doctorate: Dr. Pat Baxter's Journey
- Embracing Your Past as the Path to Emotional Growth
- emPOWERing Women Leaders through Emotional Intelligence
- A. Mastering Emotional Awareness
- B. Emotional Makeup as Part of Your Leadership Profile
About Dr. Pat Baxter:
Dr. Patricia (Pat) Baxter, an accomplished Executive Coach, Author, and Podcast Guest, draws from over 30 years of invaluable corporate experience as a global Talent leader and consultant.
She now serves as an executive coach to leaders, helping them gain comfort and competence with emotional intelligence (EI) .
She holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership, as well as an MS in Education from the City University of New York. She is also certified in numerous validated assessments.
Dr. Pat is a recipient of the prestigious Society of Emotional Intelligence Ambassador award; is certified by the National Wellness Institute to teach resilience and thriving, and proudly serves on the advisory board of Global Well Being for Women (GW4W.org).
She has contributed to two anthologies; authored 3 books – the most recent on Emotional Intelligence in the Hybrid workplace. Currently, Dr. Pat is writing about how women at all levels can use the skill of delegation to propel their success.
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