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The NeuroLeadership Edge

The NeuroLeadership Edge is a leadership podcast for executives, founders, and senior leaders who carry real responsibility and make decisions under constant pressure. Hosted by neuroscience-based leadership expert Claire Hayek, the show examines what actually happens when leaders are under stress, managing uncertainty, and navigating high-stakes moments that shape teams, culture, and results. Through a mix of solo episodes and candid conversations with experienced leaders, you’ll hear how

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00:27:05

The Feedback That Changed Everything with Jessie Novey

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/12/24

Topics Covered:The neuroscience of feedbackFeedback as a growth acceleratorAuthenticity and self-awareness in leadership“Clear is Kind” and giving tough feedback wellAvoiding ambiguity to reduce stress and quiet quittingEmpathy, credibility, and building trust with executivesHow to shift from reactive to resilient leadershipEmotional regulation and the power of naming emotionsSaying it out loud: the neuroscience of the production effect Timestamps:00:00 — Intro: The feedback that changed

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00:24:24

No One’s Coming to Fix It—Because You’re It with...

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/12/17

Topics Covered:The moment Sophie realized she was the one she’d been waiting forWhy external “fixes” don’t create internal peaceUsing self-awareness and stillness as leadership toolsThe trap of performing leadership vs. being a leaderWhat “being it” looks like day to day, especially under pressureHow to take back agency when you're spiralingWhy naming things out loud is a neuroscience-backed power moveClaire’s GLOW method as a daily self-command toolReal examples of shifting out of reactivity using

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00:24:53

The Black Belt Formula to Lead Through Any Challenge...

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/12/10

Topics CoveredHow martial arts shaped Michael Gizzi’s leadership philosophyThe “Theory–Action–Result” loop explainedWhy discipline beats motivation for long-term leadership successLeading during high-stress moments (like layoffs and team tension)How to build real trust that scalesThe link between humility, clarity, and power in leadershipPeople-first HR that actually drives resultsBalancing systems with empathyWhat most leaders get wrong about company cultureHow to stay grounded when you’re not at

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00:21:03

Lead Human, Beat Burnout with Ronan Massez

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/12/03

Topics CoveredBurnout and stress signals in leadershipNeuroscience of self-regulation under pressureHuman-centered leadership modelsEmpathy and team performanceSelf-awareness and identity beyond titlesPurpose-driven work culturesSimple tools to check in with your teamRewiring leadership habits Timestamps00:00 – Welcome & Claire's introduction01:00 – Meet Ronan Massez: human-centric growth leader02:30 – The burnout moment that changed everything04:15 – Physical symptoms and emotional toll05:00 –

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00:28:55

From Boss to Leader with Celso Sawaia

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/11/26

Topics CoveredBoss vs. Leader: What’s the difference?The power of humility in leadershipHow Celso lost his team—and got them backNeuroscience of fear, safety, and clarityLeading organizational change with empathyHow to help people transition through uncertaintyFrom classroom to executive room: building partnershipRapid-fire: What rewired Celso’s leadership mindset Timestamps00:00 – Intro: From boss to real leader01:00 – Meet Celso Sawaia: Engineer, teacher, UN leader03:00 – The moment leadership hit

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00:25:59

Step Down to Level Up with Karan Mehta

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/11/19

Topics Covered:Mental fitness in the face of uncertaintyReframing ego, fear, and status dropsTeam leadership through unexpected changeHabit stacking: meditation, sticky notes, and self-talkManifestation vs discipline: how belief + action rewires your brainEmotional regulation under stress Timestamps:00:00 – Why “step downs” are often level-ups02:45 – Karan’s story: from India to Canada to McDonald's to executive leadership06:20 – When COVID crushed the plan—and what came next08:55 – Neuroscience

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00:17:37

I Said This Out Loud—And Everything Changed

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/11/12

Topics Covered:Identity activation: why your brain listens when you speakThe neuroscience of affirmations and “the production effect”Claire’s story from engineer to confident speakerThe Scan–Shrink–Shift method for nervous system resetsHow to activate the “leader” network in your brainMirror work, breathwork, and verbal cues for instant state changeWhy resilience starts with micro-moments of mental fitnessTimestamps:00:00 – The sentence that changed Claire’s life02:45 – The meeting where everything

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00:27:33

Lead Without the Title with Lance Robbins

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/11/05

Topics Covered:The myth of “leadership equals title”How to lead across teams without formal authorityA real-time conflict de-escalation storyEgo vs. trust: how identity can hijack influenceRegulating your own nervous system firstThe science of perception and credibility in teamsTimestamps:00:00 – Intro: Leadership without hierarchy03:50 – Lance’s story of de-escalating conflict mid-meeting07:20 – How to lead across without stepping on toes11:00 – Labels, identity, and internalized pressure14:15 –

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00:21:39

Break the Loop – Stop Letting Triggers Run You

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/10/29

Topics Covered:How emotional triggers hijack your brainThe neurobiology of fight, flight, freeze (and fawn)The “loop” cycle and how to recognize itClaire’s Triple S Method: Scan, Shrink, ShiftWhy calm is not the goal—command isThe science of self-regulation in high-stakes leadershipWhy mental fitness rewires your team as much as yourselfHow to interrupt default patterns and rewire your neural circuits Timestamps:00:00 – The real reason you feel stuck in the same loop01:00 – Claire’s story: being cut

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00:29:04

Future-Proof Your Career - With Laureen Knudsen

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/10/22

Topics Covered:How to handle layoffs and reorgs with clarityThe neuroscience behind career identity and fear of changeWhy your brain resists stepping into the unknownAligning values with work: what Laureen learned post-exitWhat it really means to “future-proof” your careerLeading others through transformationClaire’s brain tools to rewire fear-based thinkingA reframe that helps leaders navigate difficult transitions Timestamps:00:00 – Claire’s opener: your career is not your identity01:02 – Meet

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00:29:50

Imposter No More with David Brennan

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/10/15

Topics Covered:Why smart people fall into imposter syndromeHow cancer became a gift for rewiring David’s mindsetThe neuroscience of fear and the negativity biasWhy your brain says “you don’t belong” (even when you do)How action reprograms your self-beliefThe power of reframing challenges as growth triggersWhat to look for when imposter syndrome shows up in your teamA tiny experiment to shift from fear to courageThe #1 thing to remember when your brain tells you you're not enoughTimestamps:00:00 –

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00:29:58

Out of Comfort, Into Courage — with Jen Belongia-Barak

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/10/08

Topics Covered:Comfort zones and leadership courageHow fear shows up in our brains (and how to manage it)Adapting to global leadership rolesListening as a leadership superpowerHow to build trust across culturesWhy belonging matters more than fitting inTools to navigate uncertainty with clarityClaire’s neuroscience-backed 3-point Change BriefJen’s “be confident in what you don’t know” mindsetThe power of journaling and self-affirmation in high pressure momentsTimestamps:00:00 – Claire introduces

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00:29:42

We Didn’t Break — We Rebuilt: A 3-Act Story of...

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/10/01

Topics Covered:Act 1: The lasting impact of military training and perspectiveAct 2: Leading through tragedy—how a fatal accident reshaped Jeff’s leadershipAct 3: Purpose-driven reinvention through coachingMental fitness tools for leading under pressureHow to hire for character and retain top talentThe power of daily huddles and communication rhythmUsing breathing as a nervous system resetOwning your voice and stepping into your North StarTimestamps:00:00 – Claire introduces the “3-act” theme of

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00:29:17

Stop Saying “I’m Not Creative”—Lead Like One with...

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/09/24

Guest: Betty Zhang, Head of Innovation Operations at Kids Help PhoneClaire and Betty explore:The surprising moment that transformed Betty’s leadershipWhy creativity is a mindset—not a job titleHow leaders can harness creativity during pressureSimple neuroscience tools to shift from panic to presenceCreative warm-ups that boost smarter, more engaged meetingsHow leaders can reclaim their full identity—beyond the job title Topics Covered + Timestamps:00:00 – Intro: Patagonia, Pressure & One Step at a

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00:29:38

Your Highest ROI Posts Aren’t Yours — with Jacki Lutz

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/09/17

Topics Covered:What Employee-Generated Content (EGC) actually is—and why it matters now more than everCommon fears from leadership and how to address them (e.g. legal, brand risk, control)Step-by-step guide to launch EGC from scratchWhat to train your people on (and what to leave alone)How to handle negative comments like a proWhy employee content builds psychological safety and performanceReal metrics that track ROI (spoiler: not vanity numbers)A simple rule for first-time postersLinkedIn’s latest

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00:28:15

“You Have No Empathy.” Now What? — with Ed Locher

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/09/03

Ed Locher, a seasoned executive with over 25 years in tech and cybersecurity, joins Claire Hayek for a raw, honest conversation about emotional intelligence, feedback, and what it really takes to grow as a leader. Ed shares how one moment—being told he had no empathy—pushed him to shift from reactive defensiveness to self-reflection. Claire adds brain-based tools around the Default Mode Network and how language becomes a mirror for what the brain repeats. Together, they break down why empathy is a

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00:29:41

Win the Room—No Apologies with Perla D. Cuevas

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/08/26

In this bold and powerful conversation, Claire and Perla dive into the neuroscience of leadership presence, the emotional intelligence it takes to lead with both kindness and clarity, and the rarely discussed topic of how hormones influence how we show up in the room. Perla shares how she transforms underestimation into fuel, and how she consciously resets her mind before every high-stakes moment. From personal stories to brain science to real-time tools, this episode is a masterclass in

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00:24:10

Your Brain Is Listening- How Your Words Program Your...

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/08/14

Claire Hayek breaks down the neuroscience behind how your daily words and thoughts impact what your brain notices, filters, and reinforces. Using the Reticular Activating System (RAS) as a guide, she explores how leaders unconsciously program stress or possibility through their internal dialogue. From performance loops to neural pathways, this solo deep dive will change how you speak, lead, and self-regulate.Topics Covered:How the Reticular Activating System (RAS) filters your realityWhy you’re

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00:29:48

Leading with Clarity and Heart with David Reyes

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/08/13

David Reyes is a senior sales and business development executive with 18+ years of experience leading teams and scaling business units globally. In this candid conversation with Claire Hayek, David opens up about surviving cancer, coming back to rebuild his career from scratch, and the human moments that defined his leadership philosophy. Claire unpacks the neuroscience of decision-making under pressure, offering practical breathing tools to stay anchored. Together, they explore what it really means

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00:25:20

Calm, Soul-Driven Leadership with Sean B. Jones

The NeuroLeadership Edge ·

2025/08/06

Sean B. Jones—former psychotherapist and COO of a global healthcare firm, now founder of Food Dynamics and What's in the Bowl—joins Claire Hayek for a grounded conversation about courage, perspective, and leading with heart. Sean shares how war zones and 9/11 shaped his calm-under-fire mindset, and why today’s leaders must learn to respond rather than react. Claire adds neuroscience insights on cortisol, the vagus nerve, and brain-based decision-making under stress. They dive into mock-crisis

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