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R.O.G. Return on Generosity

Shannon Cassidy

A half hour interview show featuring innovative leaders who cultivate a culture of giving, belonging and thriving together. In each episode, we’ll explore how generosity at work impacts the bottom line and address cultural dynamics, team behavior and peer relationships.

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All Episodes

52:26

215. Jabari Whitehead - Better Us, Better Them

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/01/14

"One of the best decisions I've ever made as a leader is just getting out of the way of people doing the work and being more of a support.""But to go to a place where people allow you to be yourself and to grow with you is a great form of generosity that no leader should ever overlook." "The obstacle is the way. The obstacle is the way. Whatever you're trying to get through, the way you're trying to get to, the obstacle is the most direct route. Turning and facing the obstacle is the direct path to

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214. Jeff Benton & Brett Weinroth - From Chaos to...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/01/07

"We are the creators of our own lives."Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Paragon Performance Evolution 04:52 Personal Journeys and Inspirations 09:55 The Impact of Stress and Mental Health 15:01 Understanding Emotions and Thought Patterns 20:06 Techniques for Coherence and Emotional Regulation 25:09 The Science of Heart-Focused Breathing 30:04 Generosity and Corporate Culture Transformation 31:18 Navigating Stress in Leadership Teams 33:08 The Cornell University Transformation Story 38:34

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213. What Small Shifts Will You Make in 2025? |...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/31

“...And the reason for five degrees is that 5 % of our behavior is self-regulated willpower, which means 95 % is habit. The only way that we can create lasting change is through incremental steps.” Episode summary | In this final episode of 2024, Shannon Cassidy introduces the Five Degree Principle, a framework designed to facilitate meaningful change through small, incremental steps. She discusses the importance of sustainable change in leadership and announces the launch of her new online

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212. Brian Formato - Find Your Groove

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/24

"...if we could put people in the water and teach them to surf, we'd actually have to force them to suck at something again...In business, you don't teach people to fail because failure is not an option. But our best learnings come from failure..." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Brian Formato and Groove Management 06:31 Innovative Learning Approaches in Leadership Development 15:01 Feedback and Impact of Leader Surf Program 20:54 Patience and Intensity in Leadership 27:04 Finding Your

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211. Susan McPherson - The Lost Art of Connecting

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/17

“...if you listen carefully when people tell you these things, which is so hard because we have so many distractions, but if you listen carefully, you can find ways to be helpful, to be responsible, to be reliable, to be trustworthy, all the things that make us fully functioning and valuable humans.”Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Susan McPherson 05:43 The Lost Art of Connecting 12:25 The Importance of Quality Questions 21:29 Pros and Cons of Social Media 30:08 Rapid Fire Questions and

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45:38

189. Dr. Tonya Cornelius - Embracing Awe and Wonder...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/12

Dr. Tonya Cornelius, Senior Vice President, Human Resources, The Walt Disney Company where she serves as an integral member of the enterprise Human Resources senior leadership team. Dr. Cornileus is responsible for learning and leadership development, talent and succession management, performance management, and career development. Dr. Cornileus joined The Walt Disney Company in 2009, serving for nearly 13 years at ESPN prior to moving into her current role. At ESPN, she led learning, talent

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210. Watch Your Language | Generous Leadership...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/10

"While letting out a curse or cuss word might feel harmless in the moment, it can leave unintended impressions and even disrupt the professional culture we work so hard to build. I am guilty and need this lesson more than anyone."Host Bio: Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in generous leadership, behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and conflict resolution. She provides

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209. Van Lai-DuMone - What If? The Power of Curiosity...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/12/03

“Pause and pay attention. When you hear that whisper or feel that tap on your shoulder of curiosity, it's an idea waiting for you to bring it to life. So pause and pay attention. We live in this world where we're always busy. We're so busy and we often are not pausing and paying attention to those curiosities.”Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Van Lai-DuMone and Her Work 01:10 Van's Journey: From Refugee to Entrepreneur 04:52 The Power of Creativity in the Workplace 08:58 LEGO Serious Play: A

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05:48

208. Birds Returning to the Nest | Generous...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/11/26

"...you can increase the potential of having a visit that respects everyone’s needs and isn’t a letdown."Host Bio: Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership development firm specializing in generous leadership, behavioral change, executive presence, effective communication, collaborative teamwork, and conflict resolution. She provides Executive Coaching, Facilitation (team sessions, mentoring programs, leadership retreats, executive workshops, mediation

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40:21

207. Rashida Ricketts - Graves to Gardens

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/11/19

“What does it look like to approach harm in a way that is transformative . . . how do we heal collectively and holistically . . . there are really unique and beautiful ways of doing that doesn't look like mass incarceration.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Rashida Ricketts and Her Work 07:54 Rashida's Journey into Service and Education 16:56 The Intersection of Fashion and Social Justice 27:52 Understanding the Graves to Gardens Concept 38:58 Misconceptions About Incarcerated

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206. Judge Not | Generous Leadership Coaching Tip

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/11/12

"Take a mindful pause." In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy discusses the habit of judging others and offers practical steps to reduce judgment and foster a more generous mindset. The conversation emphasizes the importance of curiosity, mindful pauses, reframing judgments, and setting intentions to cultivate empathy and understanding in our interactions with others. Host Bio: Shannon Cassidy is Founder and CEO of Bridge Between, Inc. a boutique leadership

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205. Joe Davis - The Generous Leader

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/11/05

“Generosity is giving freely without expectations.” “People want to see a human leader.” “Communication is the number one challenge.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Generous Leadership 02:49 The Journey to Generosity 05:51 The Importance of Communication 08:55 Understanding Generosity in Leadership 11:54 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 14:46 Generous Inclusion and Collaboration Episode Summary: In this conversation, Joe Davis discusses the concept of generous leadership, emphasizing the

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204. Email Tips for Generous Leaders | Generous...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/10/29

"Generous leaders treat email as more than a task.""Thoughtful replies over quick responses." "Clarity and simplicity are key." In this episode of R.O.G. Return on Generosity, Shannon Cassidy discusses the often-overlooked aspect of leadership generosity in email communication. She emphasizes that emails should not just be transactional but should foster connection, empathy, and respect. Cassidy shares three key tips for generous email practices: prioritizing thoughtful replies, ensuring clarity

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203. Nancy Hogshead - Title IX and Social Change

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/10/22

“Title IX says no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of sex…as measured three different ways, one is equal opportunities to participate, two is equal scholarship dollars between men and women, and third is, they've got to get treated the same way.” Guest Bio: Life-long advocate for access and equality in athletics, internationally recognized legal expert on sports issues, scholar and author Nancy Hogshead has a commitment to equality, using sport as a vehicle for social change. As

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202. Avoid Defensive Listening | Generous Leadership...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/10/15

"We hear the message through our own insecurity." In this episode of the ROG podcast, Shannon Cassidy discusses the concept of defensive listening, a barrier to effective communication. She explains how defensive listening occurs when individuals filter messages through their insecurities or fears, leading to combative or withdrawn responses. Shannon provides clues to identify defensive listening in oneself and offers three strategies to overcome it: pausing before responding, seeking clarification,

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201. Mike Ashcraft - What’s Your One Word?

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/10/08

“Reach isn't a measure or a strategy for how we get bigger. Reach is a measure of what we're willing to care about.” “We have to wage war against regret.” “We break the patterns of the past by choosing to be faithful in the moment.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Background 07:27 Reaching People and Caring for Their Needs 09:07 Walking with People and Being Helpful 17:19 The Importance of Surrender 23:17 Choosing a Word of the Year 27:58 Living a Life of Beauty and Generosity 30:37 The Power

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200. Celebrating 200 Episodes of R.O.G.

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/10/01

"Generosity is the most essential capability of leadership."In this milestone 200th episode of R.O.G. Return on Generosity , host Shannon Cassidy reflects on the journey of the podcast over the past four years, emphasizing the critical role of generosity in effective leadership. She discusses the importance of oxytocin and serotonin in fostering positive relationships and leadership qualities, and shares insights from various guests who have contributed to the podcast's success. Cassidy expresses

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199. Edwige Robinson - Define Success on Your Own Terms

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/09/24

“Take micro steps and achieve uncommon success.” “Build supportive communities and extend grace.” “Define success on your own terms and embrace uniqueness.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Edwige Robinson's Journey 02:45 Believe It's Possible: Conquering Mountains and Achieving Uncommon Success 05:15 The Power of Micro Steps and Momentum 10:03 Building Supportive Communities and Extending Grace 16:04 Defining Success on Your Own Terms 21:13 Assuming Positive Intent and Choosing Love in the

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198. Lisa Bodell - Simplicity

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/09/17

“Ideas aren't the problem. People have lots of ideas, but they don't have time to think. Thinking has become a daring act within organizations, and in our culture, because we are part of the ‘cult of busy’.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Lisa Bodell and the Importance of Simplicity 03:20 Eliminating Complexity and Drowning in Work 07:17 Challenging Assumptions and Reversing Unproductive Rules 13:09 Simplification as the Route to Innovation 16:11 Generosity: Giving Time and Helping Others 19:02

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197. Susan Packard - Emotional Fitness and Recovery

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2024/09/10

“Personal mastery is all about humility and supporting other people and having purpose other than yourself.” R.O.G. Takeaway Tips: Sit quietly. Light up your right brain.Meditation Mindfulness practices Nature Walks without headphones or phone Music Art Laughter Gratitude Get emotionally fit. Engage in a recovery practice. Ask for help. Develop both personal and professional mastery. Guest Bio: Susan Packard, who has helped to build powerful media brands like HBO, CNBC, and HGTV. She was the

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