Listen "How to Lead When Life Falls Apart"
Episode Synopsis
Summary: What happens when your world falls apart but you're still expected to lead? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Michelle Lybarger opens up about navigating one of the hardest chapters of her life—a divorce, a career pivot, and a cross-country move—all while holding space for her team. From hiding tears in the bathroom to showing up with strength and grace, Michelle shares the tools, mindset, and hard-earned wisdom that helped her lead through chaos without losing herself.Chapters: 00:00 – Why failure is essential to learning03:00 – Meet Michelle: HR leader, energy advocate, mascara warrior06:00 – The messy moment that changed everything09:00 – Putting on the face vs. faking it12:00 – Control, chaos, and car pep talks15:00 – Self-coaching and micro-habits for strength18:00 – The power of keeping your story private… for a while21:00 – The team finds out: transparency with intention24:00 – Authenticity, boundaries, and emotional leadership27:00 – The toolkit: yoga, breathing, music, and mindset30:00 – From personal crisis to professional superpower32:00 – Advice to younger leaders: grace, grit, and positivityHost Alexa Beavers: linkedin.com/in/alexabeaverspmpGuest Michelle Lybarger: linkedin.com/in/michelle-lybarger-7a9a13126Executive Producer Jim Kanichirayil: linkedin.com/in/drjimk Music Credit: "Lost in Dreams" by Kulakovka
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