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Ali Schultz is the co-founder of the executive coaching and leadership firm Reboot and the author of "The Art of Being Human at Work." Her work focuses on integrating human experiences with professional lives, emphasizing authenticity, self-worth, and meaningful relationships in the workplace.
In this episode, Ali shares her powerful insights on creating safe and respectful work environments, addressing the pressures of performative workplaces, and the transformative power of equine facilitated coaching. See the top takeaways below.
Episode Highlights (~1 Minutes, Full Episode Linked Above)
Top Takeaways
Creating a safe and respectful work environment is essential for employee engagement and productivity. Ali emphasizes the need for a supportive atmosphere where individuals can thrive and fully express themselves.
Social and hierarchical pressures can restrict genuine expression and fulfillment, leading to a toxic work culture. Ali advocates for more authenticity and less performance, urging workplaces to move away from superficiality and embrace genuine connections.
Ali introduces equine facilitated coaching as a powerful method for personal growth. She explains that horses reflect human emotions and amplify internal experiences, helping individuals process and overcome personal barriers. One session with horses can provide the same insights and development as six months of traditional coaching.
Many leaders understand that cultural improvements can enhance financial performance. Effective feedback and good communication are critical for business success, with even minor improvements significantly impacting the company's bottom line.
Resources
Reboot: Reboot.io
The Art of Being Human at Work: Book Link
The Deep Peace Project on Instagram: Instagram Link
Full List of Topics Covered
Ali’s recent book release
The importance of being human at work
Bringing our full selves to work
The current status quo in the workplace
Ali’s arch of transformation: Making Peace with Your Shadows, Unfolding Your Authentic Self, From Fear to Courage, Embracing Change, Laying a Foundation of Trust, Embodied Leadership
Formula for better humans and better leaders: Practical Skills + Radical Self-Inquiry + Shared Experiences = Greater Resiliency + Enhanced Leadership
The importance of being part of a team and shared experience
Ali’s definition of art
The transformative practice of equine coaching
Hope you enjoy the conversation. Feel free to share and let me know if anything resonates with you in the comments.
- Adam