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What’s Possible w. Ilene Schaffer

Silicon Valley Change

Behind every powerhouse communicator, relationship builder, and resilient leader is a strategic thinker who leads with curiosity and honors wellbeing. Say goodbye to disengagement and team fatigue as we bring you science-backed strategies that will transform not just your leadership style but also your team’s and organization"s success. Join Ilene Schaffer and industry leaders as they share tried-and-true methods, empowering insights, and a mission to elevate your leadership game.

business management

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46:25

100th Episode Special: Robert Mack on Happiness,...

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2025/08/14

In this milestone 100th episode of What’s Possible, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with author, positive psychology coach, and happiness expert Robert Mack to find out what it really takes to be happy, and why leaders can’t afford to wait until life is perfect to start. Author of Happiness from the Inside Out, Love from the Inside Out, Robert shares his own journey from depression to deep joy and his 4 AM morning routine. Plus, you’ll get his insights on the concept of “peaceful aliveness,” wh...

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44:23

The Connection Cure: Boost Wellness & Reduce Burnout...

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2025/08/07

Feeling burned out, stressed, or disconnected at work? It’s time to explore a powerful alternative: social prescribing. In this episode of What’s Possible, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Julia Hotz, award-winning author of The Connection Cure, to uncover how prescribing nature walks, art workshops, volunteering, and community activities can dramatically improve your mental health, workplace productivity, and overall well-being. Julia shares evidence-backed insights on how movement, nature...

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10:20

In the Moment: How to Use the “Know, Do, Feel”...

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2025/07/31

When you are called to communicate critical messages that truly resonate with your audience, where do you start? In this episode, Harry Hofer shares an essential framework that can transform how you connect with people in just minutes. Ilene Schaffer sits down with Harry to get the inside scoop on the “Know, Do, Feel” communication framework. Harry, an internal executive coach at a Fortune 500 company, shares practical insights for senior leaders on effectively crafting messages that resonate...

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35:55

Blind Spotting: How to Identify Leadership Blind...

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2025/07/24

Do you really know how you're showing up as a leader? We all have blind spots, those hidden areas in our behavior, thinking, and communication that can unknowingly hold us back. In this episode, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Marty Dubin, clinical psychologist, executive consultant, and author of the forthcoming book Blind Spotting, to explore how recognizing and addressing your leadership blind spots can dramatically improve your impact. You'll learn about the six crucial areas of self-a...

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12:00

In the Moment: Leadership "Nudges" to Transform You...

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2025/07/17

Feeling stuck in your leadership style or struggling to communicate effectively with your team? In this quick-hit episode, What's Possible host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Harry Hofer, internal executive coach at a Fortune 500 organization, to introduce the power of "nudges." These subtle mindset shifts are grounded in behavioral science and emotional intelligence and can help leaders navigate common workplace challenges, normalize team experiences, and boost overall employee engagement. ...

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35:27

Enneagram and the Workplace: Improving Team Success...

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2025/07/10

Did you know the Enneagram can radically improve your leadership, communication, and relationships? In this episode, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Ali Dunn, a dynamic leadership and Enneagram coach, to learn how understanding your core motivations can dramatically transform your workplace interactions, reduce conflict, and prevent burnout. With over 20 years of professional experience, Ali shares how awareness of the nine Enneagram types enhances team performance, strengthens relationshi...

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30:52

Overcoming Outsider Syndrome: How to Build Trust as a...

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2025/07/03

Stepping into a leadership role from the outside can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of “What’s Possible,” host Ilene Schaffer talks with Capella Fahoome, executive coach, film producer, and expert in storytelling and positive leadership, about practical ways new leaders can quickly establish trust, connection, and confidence. Capella, who is known for her award-winning documentaries featured at Sundance, Tribeca, Netflix, and PBS, shares how she broke into new ind...

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12:31

In the Moment: How to Give Meaningful Feedback

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2025/06/26

Do you dread giving feedback, worry about hurting feelings, or simply avoid those tough conversations altogether? Or maybe you’re eager to level-up your feedback skills to create more trust, engagement, and motivation on your team? In this mini-episode of What's Possible, host Ilene Schaffer chats with Lisa Sansom, SVChange executive coach and expert in positive psychology and workplace feedback, to break down the secrets behind effective feedback. Lisa shares insights from her current doctor...

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8:47

In the Moment: How to Create Your Legacy in Small...

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2025/06/19

What does "legacy" mean to you? Have you considered how it's created every day, not just in big moments, but in the small, daily interactions? In this mini-episode, CEO of Silicon Valley Change Ilene Schaffer challenges the notion of legacy as something reserved for the extraordinary few. Instead, Ilene invites you to think about the small, consistent imprints you leave through everyday actions, interactions, and intentions. Tune in to learn Ilene’s annual “birthday reflection” exercise desig...

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34:37

How Resonant Leadership Builds Trust and Drives...

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2025/06/12

What if you could consistently connect deeply and authentically with every member of your team? In this episode of What's Possible, host Ilene Schaffer sits down with Paul Chudleigh, Principal Business Psychologist and expert in emotional intelligence and applied neuroscience, to explore the powerful concept of leadership resonance. Paul shares practical strategies to help leaders build meaningful connections through genuine curiosity, empathetic listening, and understanding the unique emotio...

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7:13

In the Moment: Creating Safe Spaces for Authentic...

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2025/06/05

In this mini-episode, host Ilene Schaffer is flipping the script on traditional interviewing techniques. Instead of putting candidates through a nerve-wracking interrogation, she shares how creating a warm, comfortable environment allows leaders to truly see a person's potential. You'll learn how to ask questions that invite genuine responses, understand the power of making candidates feel safe, and discover why seeing someone's authentic self matters more than perfectly rehearsed answers. Ge...

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35:35

Discovering Your Deeper Why: How Power Digital...

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2025/05/29

What does it take to create a company purpose so powerful that it becomes part of your organization’s DNA? In this episode of What’s Possible, Ilene sits down with Marissa Heckman, VP of Learning & Development at Power Digital, to explore Project Why, their groundbreaking initiative to define and integrate the company’s deeper purpose into daily operations. Marissa takes us behind the scenes of their thoughtful, collaborative process that involved diverse voices from across the company an...

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12:18

In the Moment: Navigating Uncertainty by Building Trust

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2025/05/22

Feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty in your leadership role? You're not alone. Uncertainty levels today are as high as they were during the peak of the pandemic. In this "In the Moment" episode, Ilene Schaffer and executive coach Niels Gott discuss how leaders can effectively navigate uncertainty by prioritizing trust, psychological safety, and resilience. Niels shares his "two-minute trust booster," a simple yet powerful tool leaders can use immediately to strengthen team relationships throug...

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39:22

You Are the Boss: How to Lead with Joy,...

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2025/05/15

What if the secret to becoming an impactful leader wasn’t about chasing power—but about managing pressure and creating space for authentic self-awareness? Ilene Schaffer is joined by Sabina Nawaz, elite executive coach and author of the book, You Are the Boss: Become the Manager You Want to Be (and Others Need). Together, they explore practical tools leaders can use to understand and manage the pressures of leadership, from building their “shut-up muscle” to enhance listening, to using mappin...

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13:16

In the Moment: Why Real-Time Feedback Matters

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2025/05/08

Ilene Schaffer sits down with leadership expert Lisa Sansom to talk about the power of timely, specific feedback in the workplace. They explore why waiting for formal reviews just doesn’t cut it—and how real-time feedback can transform employee engagement, motivation, and trust. Backed by Gallup research, Lisa shares why being ignored is worse than receiving critical feedback and offers simple, actionable tips for giving feedback that actually lands. Whether you’re a manager looking to better...

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35:45

How to Overcome Networking Fears and Build Meaningful...

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2025/05/01

Networking can feel intimidating, salesy, or even downright uncomfortable. But what if there was a way to make networking genuinely enjoyable—and incredibly effective? In this episode of What’s Possible, host Ilene Schaffer talks with Nicole Wood, CEO and co-founder of career coaching firm Ama La Vida, about overcoming the fear of networking. Nicole shares her personal journey from management consulting to entrepreneurship, emphasizing how authentic relationships can become your greatest prof...

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12:35

In the Moment: From Peer to Leader - Navigating the...

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2025/04/24

What happens when you’re promoted to lead the people you once worked alongside? It’s one of the trickiest transitions in leadership—and one of the most powerful growth opportunities. In this episode, Ilene Schaffer sits down with SVC coach Alex Jack to explore how new leaders can navigate this shift with empathy, presence, and purpose. We talk about the importance of building trust, choosing curiosity over control, and understanding that leadership is less about hierarchy—and more about human...

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38:21

Finding Calm in the Chaos: Mindfulness Strategies for...

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2025/04/17

Feeling overwhelmed by constant change and workplace stress? In this enlightening episode, Ilene Schaffer sits down with mindfulness coach and facilitator Kim Nicol to explore practical ways leaders can find calm amid chaos. Kim shares her own non-linear career journey—from law school to coaching—and reveals how mindfulness practices transformed her approach to leadership, stress, and communication. Together, they discuss easy-to-implement strategies, such as mindful breathing and self-compas...

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16:30

In the Moment: The Power of Showing Up with Intention

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2025/04/10

Do you underestimate the impact of a simple text or quick check-in? In this mini-episode, Ilene Schaffer and Alex Jack explore how intentional acts of kindness and proactive support can dramatically strengthen our relationships. Through heartfelt stories and practical insights, they highlight how being present, creating psychological safety, and making small, genuine gestures can transform connections both personally and professionally. Discover why showing up—without expectation—can be the m...

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49:37

Making Work Meaningful: Unlocking Your Team’s Full...

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2025/04/03

What if the secret to increasing your team's productivity and engagement isn't about working harder, but making work more meaningful? Ilene Schaffer sits down with Wes Adams and Tamara Myles, authors of Meaningful Work: How to Ignite Passion and Performance in Every Employee, to explore their groundbreaking research on meaningful work. Wes and Tamara reveal their transformative "Three C’s" framework—community, contribution, and challenge—and explain how simple, actionable leadership practices...

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