411. Why Conscious Leadership Isn’t Optional Anymore

Happiness Solved

Sandee Sgarlata

Self-improvement, Business, Love, Education, Inspirational, Happiness, Joy, Depression, Selflove, Motivational, Mental Health, Health & Fitness, Peace

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🗓️ 2 May 2025

⏱️ 23 minutes

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In this conversation, Sandee Sgarlata discusses the importance of conscious leadership in today's business environment. She emphasizes that the current leadership crisis stems from a lack of awareness and connection, leading to burnout and toxic cultures. Sgarlata outlines the core principles of conscious leadership, including self-awareness, empathy, integrity, and inclusivity, and provides actionable steps for leaders to create a conscious culture within their organizations. She also addresses the challenges leaders may face in adopting this approach and highlights the need for adaptability and consistency in leadership practices. Ultimately, Sgarlata advocates for a future of leadership that prioritizes human connection, ethical decision-making, and holistic success metrics. TAKEAWAYS The biggest leadership crisis today isn't a lack of strategy or innovation, it's a lack of consciousness. Conscious leadership is non-negotiable for relevance and impact. Self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership. Empathy is essential in leadership; it's about understanding your team. Integrity builds trust and is vital for leadership. Inclusivity enhances team performance and engagement. A conscious culture is rooted in clear vision and values. Conscious decision-making considers long-term impacts, not just short-term gains. Overcoming resistance to change requires education and communication. The future of leadership is human, values-driven, and inclusive.

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0:00.0	Hey there, I'm Sandy Scarlotta and welcome to the Happiness Solved podcast. Twice a week,
0:12.0	we explore the journey to finding true happiness by sharing inspiring stories, practical tips, and insightful conversations with some of today's leading experts.
0:22.5	But we don't just scratch the surface.
0:24.6	We dive deep into the real grit of what it takes to live a genuinely happy life.
0:30.1	Whether you're looking to improve your well-being, enhance your relationships, or simply
0:34.3	add more joy to your life, you're in the right place.
0:37.3	So grab your favorite beverage,
0:39.0	get comfortable, and let's dive into today's episode, because happiness is a choice and the choice is
0:44.4	yours. The biggest leadership crisis today isn't a lack of strategy or innovation. It's a lack of consciousness.
0:55.5	We're living in a world where burnout is normalized, toxic cultures are excused, and leadership
1:01.6	is often more about control than connection. If you're an entrepreneur or executive and don't
1:07.8	embrace conscious leadership now, you're going to fall behind. Seriously,
1:13.6	we've glamorized burnout, normalized toxic work cultures, and treated empathy like it's optional.
1:21.5	But the world is changing and fast. If you're a leader, executive, or entrepreneur,
1:27.3	conscious leadership isn't just something
1:29.3	nice to have. It's non-negotiable if you want to stay relevant and make an impact. Because if you
1:36.5	don't lead consciously, your culture suffers, your team disengages, and your business, no matter how
1:43.4	brilliant your product or service is, and your business, no matter how brilliant your product or services,
1:45.5	will struggle to survive long term. So in this video, I'm breaking down what conscious
1:51.3	leadership really means, the core principles behind it, and how to actually live and lead
1:56.6	this way every single day. So let's get into it. At its core, conscious leadership is all about
2:04.6	awareness. It's about leading with intention, aligning your values with your actions, and creating a
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