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Beyond The Quo

If you’ve felt that restlessness—that feeling like there’s more than the midlife crisis or navigating a never-ending To do List - something beyond the status quo…. you’re in the right place. Beyond The Quo isn’t about following the script; it’s about tearing it up. I’m Stacey Luces, and each week, I invite you to join me and our extraordinary guests - leaders, innovators, disruptors, and dreamers who’ve dared to challenge “the quo.” This podcast is where we go past the expected, beyond the

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Ep. 73 - Beyond “One-Size-Fits-All” Leadership:...

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2026/04/22

What if I told you that only 26% of U.S. mayors are women—and today’s guest is one of them? Get ready for a masterclass in leading with authenticity and purpose.In this episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces interviews Dr. Jeri Muoio, founder and CEO of Great Cities for All, and former two-term mayor of West Palm Beach, Florida.They explore themes of authentic and servant leadership, emphasizing trust, purpose, and community involvement. Dr. Muoio shares insights from her extensive career in

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Ep. 72 - Beyond the Horizon: Why the Artemis Mission...

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2026/04/15

“60% of leaders feel isolated. 70% are dealing with stress and anxiety. Yet, we didn’t just watch the Artemis mission, we felt something. The real question is… why did that moment break through everything else in our life?”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces reflects on unexpectedly feeling deeply invested in NASA’s Artemis mission on the eve of the crew’s reentry, arguing it cut through modern overstimulation and collective stress to spark awe, perspective, hope, and a sense of

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Ep. 71 - Beyond “I’m Fine”: Why a ‘Good Life’ Can...

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2026/04/08

“What if nothing is wrong… and that’s exactly the problem?”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces explores “functional burnout,” a stealth form of burnout where people remain highly productive while slowly disconnecting from work and life. Drawing from her own dramatic health crisis and recovery, she explains how burnout can be insidious, showing up as numbness, flatness, constant need to escape even after vacations, and a gradual erosion of joy, especially among high-performing executives

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Ep. 70 - Beyond Being the Strong One: The Hidden Cost...

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2026/04/01

“You can be the most dependable person in every room…and still feel completely unseen.”Stacey Luces reflects on the personal and professional cost of always being the dependable one who fixes, carries, and gets everything done, noting that the stronger and more capable you appear, the more invisible your needs can become and the less people check on you.She explores how many people tie their worth to being useful, leading to chronic stress, emotional isolation, and difficulty resting or asking for

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Ep. 69 - Beyond the Lie of Kindness: Why Growth...

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2026/03/25

“You’ve changed… so why are you still acting like the old version of yourself for everyone else?”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces explains a subtle tension many high performers feel in midlife: they’ve changed internally but still show up in old roles and behaviors because it feels easier than facing others’ reactions.She explores how “being nice” can become self-betrayal, saying yes when you mean no, overextending, avoiding honesty, or chasing being needed, often driven by fear

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Ep. 68 - Beyond Reinvention Shame with Stacey Luces

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2026/03/18

“What if the shame you feel in midlife is not failure, but evidence that something deeper in you is waking up?”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces discusses a recurring theme she’s hearing from high-performing leaders: a deep desire for change that often arrives when life looks “successful” on paper, followed by a quiet sense of shame about wanting something different.She connects this to midlife transitions like grief in the sandwich generation, empty nesting, and shifting

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Ep. 67 - Beyond the Midlife Crisis: Rewriting the...

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2026/03/11

“What if midlife is not a breakdown, but the first time you finally tell yourself the truth?”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces welcomes Angela Burk, author of "Real Girl’s Guide to Midlife," to challenge the narrow “midlife crisis” narrative and reframe midlife as a powerful beginning. They discuss how multiple shifts can collide at once, from hormones and menopause/perimenopause, career pivots, divorce, parenting changes, and caring for aging parents to how unexamined patterns

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Ep. 66 - Beyond Mentorship: The Sponsorship Playbook...

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2026/03/04

“Mentorship helps you grow. Sponsorship helps you move. If you feel like you are getting “invited, but late” or living off leftovers, this episode is your wake-up call.”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces continues the conversation about access, power, and scaling impact by unpacking the key difference between mentorship and sponsorship.Using Oprah Winfrey’s early career shift, enabled by TV executive Jeff Jacobs, as an example, she explains that mentors help you grow with advice, while

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Ep. 65 - Beyond the Self-Made Myth: The Network Shift...

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2026/02/25

Beyond the Self-Made Myth: The Network Shift Every Leader Must Make with Stacey Luces“You didn’t hit a ceiling because you’re not good enough. You hit it because you tried to build the whole thing alone.”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces expands on a LinkedIn post about “The Death of the Self-Made Myth,” arguing that many high performers and leaders hit a ceiling when they try to advance alone. She outlines major forces reshaping leadership: AI restructuring work and compressing

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Ep. 64 - Beyond Assumptions: The Untapped Genius of...

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2026/02/18

"She was told she’d never walk again… now she’s leading a movement that helps others rise.In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces shares her journey of redefining success and leading with authenticity, inspired by her brother Junior, who has Down Syndrome. Stacey welcomes Sherry A. Henry, CEO of HabCenter Boca Raton, who brings over 20 years of nonprofit leadership in human capital management, marketing, communications, and fundraising. A champion for

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Ep. 63 - Beyond the Room: The Responsibility of Being...

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2026/02/12

“If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt like you were carrying more than your resume, this episode is for you. Because the pressure isn’t just in your head. It’s structural.”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces reflects on the powerful messages from recent Super Bowl performances and explores the responsibilities and challenges of being the first, only, or bridge in various contexts.Stacey shares personal insights and strategies to help redefine success, live authentically, and lead

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Ep. 62 - Beyond the Title: The Inner Operating System...

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2026/02/04

“If you want to scale in 2026, you’re not just scaling the business. You’re scaling the stakes, the visibility, and your nervous system. And that control demon is about to show up.”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces has a candid and insightful conversation with Naresh Samlal, founder and CEO of CloudSource. In this episode, they explore the essence of leadership through redefining success, living authentically, and leading courageously. Discover how personal growth, mindful decisions,

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Ep. 61 - Beyond the Meeting: How Decisions Are Really...

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2026/01/28

Most decisions aren’t made in the meeting. They’re shaped before anyone sits down. If you don’t know where that power sits, this episode is for you.In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces delves into the complexities of identifying patterns in leadership behavior, understanding the difference between momentum and true power, and the importance of foundational integrity. In this episode, Stacey offers practical strategies for leaders to move beyond reaction, focus on the nuances of power

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Ep. 60 -Beyond Intentions: Activating a Different...

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2026/01/21

“Indecision is not neutral. It’s costing you, every day.”In the episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces builds upon her previous talk on Main Character Energy,' providing practical advice on embodying this mindset daily. She discusses the common pitfalls that hinder us, such as fear, familiarity, fatigue, guilt, and outdated identities.Stacey emphasizes the necessity of making intentional, courageous decisions to break free from repeating past patterns. Drawing on personal anecdotes and professional

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Ep. 59 - Beyond the Grades: Redesigning Education...

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2026/01/14

What if the revolution in education isn’t just about policy or paperwork—but about seeing someone fully, without pity, and showing up with consistency and compassion?Welcome back to Beyond the Quo—the podcast where we dismantle outdated narratives of success, leadership, and fulfillment. I’m your host, Stacey Luces—executive coach, reinvention strategist, and founder of the Living Beyond Movement.For over two decades, I’ve walked with leaders through burnout, breakdowns, and bold reinventions. And

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Ep. 58 - Beyond Permission: Owning Your Power and...

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2026/01/07

Beyond Permission: Owning Your Power and Your Next Move with Stacey Luces“If you repeat the same day for 80 years… what kind of life is that? Because that’s what ‘good enough’ turns into.”In the first episode of Beyond the Quo for 2025 Stacey Luces dives deep into embracing 'main character energy' and stepping out of supporting roles in our own lives. Stacey addresses common feelings of reflection and resolution at the beginning of the year, urging us to live authentically, redefine success, and

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Ep. 57 - Beyond 2025: Intentions, Not Resolutions...

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2025/12/31

“Grownups can be dream killers.” A stop-you-in-your-tracks truth that opens a deeper conversation about courage, safety, and choosing possibility again.In the final episode of Beyond the Quo for 2025, Stacey Luces sits down with Yulimar Trumbo, an investor in the future of entrepreneurs and a world-class sales facilitator who has worked across 40+ countries with Fortune 500 companies, NGOs, and government sectors. Together, they close the year with honesty, humor, and depth, exploring what 2025

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Ep. 56 - Inside WHISTLE: The First Power Hub for the...

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2025/12/24

“More than 10 million people. $170 billion in annual economic activity.For decades, Caribbean leaders have risen globally, but done so alone. WHISTLE changes that.”Episode DescriptionIn this special episode of Beyond the Quo, Stacey Luces and Denise Williams sit down together to tell the real story behind WHISTLE, the first private global leadership platform built for leaders of Caribbean heritage and the strategic partners who support them.Following WHISTLE’s invitation-only preview event in South

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Ep. 55 - Beyond The Resolution: Legacy with Stacey Luces

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2025/12/17

“If nothing changed next year except your title or income… would you still feel empty?”In this episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces reflects on a whirlwind 2025 and discusses key themes such as redefining success, living authentically, and leading courageously.Stacey shares her personal journey and the growth of Beyond the Quo, touching on the importance of legacy and intentional leadership. She provides actionable strategies to help listeners evaluate their past year, set meaningful goals,

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Ep. 54 - Beyond the Comfort Zone: How Purpose Pulls...

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2025/12/10

“You don’t need a new year to reinvent yourself. You just need to stop living on autopilot and start living on purpose.”In this episode of Beyond the Quo, host Stacey Luces dives into the importance of understanding and living with purpose. She discusses three core themes: redefining success on personal terms, leading courageously by addressing self-leadership and habits, and living authentically despite life's stages and societal expectations.Stacey explores why December is a month of reflection

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