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PODCAST

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

54:14

252. Celebrating Five Years of Generosity

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/12/16

“Generosity means that you give of the things that you really can't get back.”“I was happiest and most fulfilled anytime I was giving or fully engaged with another person.” “Generally when people hear generosity, they think you're asking them for money. So I specifically wanted to focus on generosity that had nothing to do with money, especially using an ROG.” Episode summary | In this final episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, hosts Shannon Cassidy and Susan Jin Davis reflect on the

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38:11

251. How Presence Initiates True Generosity with...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/12/09

“When we give, in this case, presence, what we get is like genuine connection and we get to make that person feel as valued as they really are.”“Every act of generosity, especially giving your time, is meaningful.” “Truly in every moment, there are lots of things to be grateful for. Sometimes they're just harder to find, but they're always there if you look intentionally.” Episode summary | In this heartfelt conversation, Tracy Davidson reflects on her remarkable 30-year career in journalism,

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40:14

250. How Empowering Your Team Drives Peak Performance

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/11/25

“Empower everyone to do what’s right for our customers.”“If you take care of your employees, they’re going to take care of your customers.” “The roll up the sleeves factor. We want people who are going to get things done and not worry about credit.” Episode Summary | In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Mark Moroz, the Executive Vice President and Chief Banking Officer at Live Oak Bank. They discuss the unique culture at Live Oak, which prioritizes employee well-being and

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40:09

249. Building Your Leadership Legacy with Kate Paine

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/11/11

“I think Legacy is, did you positively impact someone’s life?”“Listen deeply and listen with various parts of you.” “There’s no failing, there’s just learning.” Episode summary | In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Kate Paine, the Vice President of Corporate Marketing at Saint-Gobain North America. They discuss the principles of generous leadership, the importance of context and listening in marketing, and the value of collaboration as illustrated by the Stone Soup fable. Kate shares

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248. One for All: The Power of Trust with Bill Straub

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/10/28

When there's a high degree of trust, especially in teams, the sky's the limit.Flexibility, community, excellence, collaboration and growth, and then proximity to leadership. All those things kind of to me have an underpinning on gratitude. We need to continue to grow and have the culture evolve. Episode summary | In this week's conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Bill Straub, the founding principal and CEO of All4, an award-winning environmental consulting firm. Bill shares his journey

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40:14

247. Reframing Luxury: Creating Transformative Client...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/10/14

“Luxury is about experiences, not things. We all have the opportunity to give someone a luxury experience.”“Personalization requires information, customization requires connection.” “Listen with your eyes.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy interviews Neen James, a leadership strategist known for her insights on generosity and luxury. Neen shares her background, emphasizing the influence of her mother’s generosity on her life. The conversation explores how generosity can

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45:13

246. Leadership that Listens: Giving Your Team a...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/09/30

“If you give credit to people who deserve it, you will be recognized as a great leader giving your team members the ability to have a voice.”“Trusting your team leads to better outcomes.” “Being able to read a room, understand an audience, disarm when you need to, and uplift when you can is the best gift I can give or offer.” Episode summary | In this episode of Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Jon Sichel, Executive Vice President and General Counsel of Hallmark Media Family

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38:35

245. Putting the "Mate" Back in Teammate with Shayna...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/09/16

“Mateship is essentially a code of conduct that embodies friendship, equality, solidarity, and it's often forged in adversity.”“We all have something to give one another.” “Be generous with your time when you can.” Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Shayna Goodworth, a yoga teacher and community builder, about the importance of generosity in both personal and professional settings. Shayna shares her journey from Australia to the

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45:26

244. Why Risk-Taking and Adaptability Fuel Bold...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/09/02

“Take more risks. Take them early and often.”“I think a generous leader is someone that looks at you for the long view and they see you.” “Generosity is having the courage to also have that moment when you have to deliver that moment that isn’t inspiring, the honest truth that we all sometimes need to hear as well… and encourage them along the way.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy speaks with Gemma Toner, founder and CEO of Tone Networks, about her journey from being an

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46:22

243. How to Balance Innovation and Stability in...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/08/19

“We should always test rigorously new innovation before putting it out in the wild to ensure stability.”“You can't really go after the really big things that you want to achieve if you don't get the small things right.” “One way to think about generosity is about exceeding, you know, expectations of what you're supposed to do and doing things over and above what you're supposed to do.” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Kenon

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33:35

From the Vault #3. How Empathetic Leadership Can...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/08/12

“Being an empathetic leader… knowing who your people are, really caring about them, leading with understanding versus judgment is so critical.” “If you want to be treated well and given opportunities and, you know, have people invest in you and all those kinds of things, then you got to be willing to do that yourself.” “Vulnerability is not a bad thing. It's actually just showing that you're human and showing your humanness.” Episode summary | In this conversation, Shannon Cassidy and Susan

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48:35

242. Reimagining Insurance: A Company Built on Care...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/08/05

“It's really simple. It's just really just caring about your people and putting people first and then that ends up becoming a huge driver in growth.” “Accountability is a big aspect of care. It's how you show up that shows how much you care about what we're doing and why we're doing it.” “Vulnerability is an act of generosity.” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy engages in a deep conversation with Jamie Reid and Gabe Erle from C3, a

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43:20

From the Vault #2. The Endless Possibilities of AI,...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/07/29

“With AI, there is so much to innovate, it gives people an equality.” “Everybody has something to give.” “There are three things we all need: a coach, a mentor, and a sponsor. A coach talks to you, a mentor talks with you, and a sponsor talks about you.” Episode summary | In this episode of Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Yvette Kanouff, an Emmy award-winning technology pioneer, about the importance of generosity in the workplace. They discuss Yvette's journey from Germany

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33:41

241. Why Your Workplace Attitude Matters with Trish...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/07/22

"Your attitude matters; control what you can control.""Surfing the wave means being flexible." "The truth is always best." Episode summary | In this episode of ROG Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Trish Scanlon, a seasoned branded entertainment executive. Trish shares her journey from Pittsburgh to leading creative teams for major media brands. The conversation delves into the importance of political savvy, leading with grace and kindness, and embracing creativity in every

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30:32

From the Vault #1. The Magic of Harry Potter

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/07/15

“The only thing we have in common is the fact that he’s magical and I’m creating magic in these schools moving kids forward.” “I believe most people have compassion in their soul.” “Are you willing to share without expecting anything back?” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Harry Potter, a retired education professional, about the importance of generosity in personal and professional life. They discuss Harry's transformative experiences with mentors who

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41:41

240. Roots of Generosity: What Our Kids Teach Us...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/07/08

“Action over words.”“Where you can show up, show up.” “It doesn’t cost anything to be nice.” “The physical embodiment of love is being present.” Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert in a heartfelt discussion about the importance of generosity, support, and emotional presence in parenting. They explore the challenges of being sports parents, the lessons of character and generosity they hope to

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42:48

239. Roots of Generosity: How Fatherhood Shapes the...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/07/01

“Look past people’s faults and find their needs.”“I knew I couldn’t teach a kid until that kid knew I cared about them or until I made a connection with them.” “The grind is worth it.” Episode summary | In this episode of the Return on Generosity podcast, host Jabari Whitehead engages in a heartfelt conversation with guests Tay Person and Mike Wernert about the themes of fatherhood, personal growth, and the importance of generosity. The discussion explores how their experiences as fathers shape

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29:38

Reclaiming Joy: Living Fully After Hardship with...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/06/24

“Happiness is often around an external event or external situation where joy is internal.”“You can’t pour from an empty soul.” “You can choose how to show up.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy speaks with Linda Shively, a neuroscience and mindset coach, about the importance of joy, resilience, and generosity. Linda shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity, including escaping an abusive marriage and dealing with her daughter's health challenges. She introduces

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43:52

From NFL to Non-Profit: Tackling Rare Diseases with...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/06/17

“[Rare Diseases Research] deserves to be celebrated the same way that we celebrate athletes and sports in this country.”“Giving is the greatest form of getting.” “You always have a chance to positively impact other people, it's just a matter of what you do with the moments you have.” Episode summary | In this episode of ROG, Shannon Cassidy interviews Brett Brackett, the executive director of Uplifting Athletes, who shares his journey from being a college and NFL athlete to leading a nonprofit

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45:43

236. Igniting Innovation: Inclusion and Generosity in...

R.O.G. Return on Generosity ·

2025/06/10

"Everybody has value to give."“It’s not a game breaker, it’s a game changer.” “How are you doing that differently? How are you going to stand out from the crowd?” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews Yvette Thornton, a registered patent agent and advocate for innovation and women in leadership. Yvette shares her journey from growing up on a farm in Virginia to her career in intellectual property, emphasizing the importance of

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