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Kristen Harcourt Emotional Intelligence Expert, Keynote Speaker & Executive Coach, Host of Inspirational Leadership

For 15+ years, Kristen has partnered with executives and emerging leaders in hundreds of organizations worldwide to achieve extraordinary and sustainable results through increased self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and mindfulness.

In addition to being an in-demand speaker and facilitator, she is also an accredited coach, empowering leaders to become more aware of their strengths, blind spots, values and purpose so they can build lives and organizations of success, health and sustainability.

An expert in Leadership Development, she hosts a bi-weekly podcast called Inspirational Leadership where she interviews progressive CEOs, strategic HR leaders and forward-thinking experts who share her mission to humanize work and transform leaders.

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Mastering Self-Regulation: How To Respond Instead Of React &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Mastering Self-Regulation: How to Respond Instead of React

Do you know what triggers you and how your body responds when dysregulated? How do you master the self-regulation skill? While you can’t control everything that happens to you, you can control how y…

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Do you know what triggers you and how your body responds when dysregulated? How do you master the self-regulation skill? While you can’t control everything that happens to you, you can control how you respond—and that’s where Growth and freedom lie. In this solo episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, Kristen discusses the power of self-regulation and how taking responsibility for how you show up can change your life and Relationships. She shares practical tools like deep breathing, self-compassion, and self-soothing techniques to help regain control when triggered. Listen in to…

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Leading With Heart: How Emotional Intelligence Transforms Leadership With Angela Payne &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Leading with Heart: How Emotional Intelligence Transforms Leadership with Angela Payne

What makes emotional intelligence in leaders so powerful? What would leadership look like if we all embraced emotional intelligence and authenticity as our guiding principles? Emotional intelligence i…

What makes emotional…

What makes emotional intelligence in leaders so powerful? What would leadership look like if we all embraced emotional intelligence and authenticity as our guiding principles? Emotional intelligence is paramount in not only building authentic connections but also in navigating the complexities of leadership in high-Stress environments. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Angela Payne about how leaders can harness their strengths while addressing their blind spots to become more effective. Angela is the co-founder of LeedHR, where she’s responsible for both d…

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Meaningful Work And Inclusive Leadership With Justin Jones-Fosu &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Meaningful Work and Inclusive Leadership with Justin Jones-Fosu

What does it mean to truly see people—not just acknowledge them, but deeply understand and value their perspectives? How can leaders create environments where diverse voices are not only heard but e…

What does it mean to…

What does it mean to truly see people—not just acknowledge them, but deeply understand and value their perspectives? How can leaders create environments where diverse voices are not only heard but embraced? In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Justin Jones-Fosu about how to build inclusive workplaces and meaningful connections with curiosity and intentionality. Justin is a husband and full-time daddy of 4 high-energy kids, and he also recently summited one of the 7 Summits (the tallest mountain on each continent). He is a highly sought-after business speaker,…

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Conquering The Five Frustrations Of Leadership With Corina Walsh &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Conquering The Five Frustrations of Leadership with Corina Walsh

What steps can you take to create an environment where your team feels empowered and valued every day? Although today’s managers face a lot of frustrations in the workplace, there are actionable str…

What steps can you t…

What steps can you take to create an environment where your team feels empowered and valued every day? Although today’s managers face a lot of frustrations in the workplace, there are actionable strategies you can take to strike the right balance and foster trust and growth within teams. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Corina Walsh as she shares a guide for leaders navigating the complexities of today’s workplaces. Corina Walsh is an Executive Leadership Coach, speaker, podcaster, author, and owner of Shift People Development Inc. She’s on a mission …

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Make 2025 Your Best Year Ever! &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Make 2025 Your Best Year Ever!

Happy New Year! What are your fresh beginnings? How are you setting the pace for the year ahead? If you desire to transform your 2025 to be a great year, you must start it with intentionality and the …

Happy New Year! What…

Happy New Year! What are your fresh beginnings? How are you setting the pace for the year ahead? If you desire to transform your 2025 to be a great year, you must start it with intentionality and the right mindset. In this solo episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, Kristen discusses the value of celebrating wins and setting the right pace for the year ahead. She explains the power of choosing a “Word of the Year” to start the year with purpose. Listen in to learn the importance of having ongoing reflection and building habits around daily, weekly, and monthly reviews. You will a…

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The Neuroscience Of Mindfulness And Meditation With Dorsey Standish &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
The Neuroscience of Mindfulness and Meditation with Dorsey Standish

How often do you pause to embrace the simple joys of the present moment? Could you integrate mindfulness into activities you already enjoy? Mindfulness is simply paying attention to the present moment…

How often do you pau…

How often do you pause to embrace the simple joys of the present moment? Could you integrate mindfulness into activities you already enjoy? Mindfulness is simply paying attention to the present moment with kindness and curiosity. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Dorsey Standish about the power of incorporating mindfulness and Meditation into our daily lives. Dorsey is a mechanical engineer, neuroscientist, and wellness expert who brings evidence-based mindfulness and emotional intelligence to clients worldwide through her company Mastermind. Her personal mi…

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Healing Toxic Work Cultures Through People-First Leadership With Hamza Khan &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Healing Toxic Work Cultures Through People-First Leadership with Hamza Khan

Can leadership, grounded in authenticity and care, replace fear with collaboration? Are we ready to rethink what a healthy workplace truly looks like? While traditional leadership focuses on competiti…

Can leadership, grou…

Can leadership, grounded in authenticity and care, replace fear with collaboration? Are we ready to rethink what a healthy workplace truly looks like? While traditional leadership focuses on competition, we need love and compassion to create thriving workplaces. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Hamza Khan about his experience with toxic leadership and workplace abuse and how to create healthy workplace environments. Hamza is a best-selling author, award-winning entrepreneur, and world-renowned keynote speaker whose TEDx talk “Stop Managing, Start Leading…

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How To Transform Your Life By Managing Energy, Not Time &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
How to Transform Your Life by Managing Energy, Not Time

What one thing can you do today to boost your energy? It doesn’t matter how perfectly you plan your schedule; if your energy is drained, everything feels like a mountain to climb. Managing energy is…

What one thing can y…

What one thing can you do today to boost your energy? It doesn’t matter how perfectly you plan your schedule; if your energy is drained, everything feels like a mountain to climb. Managing energy is about cultivating habits that recharge and sustain you. In this solo episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, Kristen discusses powerful habits you can cultivate to boost and maintain your energy. She explains the importance of unplugging from Technology, creating Sleep rituals, and moving your body in ways you enjoy. Listen in to learn how to redefine self-care for yourself and incorpora…

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Building Leadership Skills For Modern Workplaces With Jevon Wooden &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Building Leadership Skills for Modern Workplaces with Jevon Wooden

Are you ready to lead with empathetic leadership, collaborate, and build a workplace community? Modern workplace leadership requires more than just technical expertise; it calls for emotional intellig…

Are you ready to lea…

Are you ready to lead with empathetic leadership, collaborate, and build a workplace community? Modern workplace leadership requires more than just technical expertise; it calls for emotional intelligence, trust-building, and encouraging open feedback. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Jevon Wooden about his leadership journey and the evolving role of leadership in modern workplaces. Jevon helps leaders and organizations unlock their full potential through empathetic leadership and strategic insights. His background spans military service, business leadershi…

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Transforming Leadership And Fostering Collaborative Success With Glain Roberts-Mccabe &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Transforming Leadership and Fostering Collaborative Success with Glain Roberts-McCabe

How empowered is your team, and do they feel supported by you and each other as a collective? Leadership is evolving, so shifting from a heroic leadership mindset and fostering collective impact throu…

How empowered is you…

How empowered is your team, and do they feel supported by you and each other as a collective? Leadership is evolving, so shifting from a heroic leadership mindset and fostering collective impact through peer-based support is important. To become a strong leader, you must create space for peer support, collaboration, and growth. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Glain Roberts-McCabe about leadership shifts in today’s workplace and managing Burnout for leaders. Glain is the Founder and President of The Roundtable, a company that helps leaders navigate change…

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Unlocking Unicorn Leadership For High-Performing Teams With Fahd Alhattab &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Unlocking Unicorn Leadership for High-Performing Teams with Fahd Alhattab

What sets exceptional leaders apart in today’s fast-paced work environment? How do they inspire high-performing teams while balancing individual growth with collective success? Unicorn leaders are l…

What sets exceptiona…

What sets exceptional leaders apart in today’s fast-paced work environment? How do they inspire high-performing teams while balancing individual growth with collective success? Unicorn leaders are leaders who prioritize team success over individual achievements. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Fahd Alhattab about his early leadership and entrepreneurial experiences and the concept of unicorn leaders. Fahd Alhattab is a millennial workplace expert who teaches new managers how to lead multi-generational teams. He specializes in transformative leadership an…

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Ensuring Every Voice Is Heard And Valued In Your Workplace With Sara Dean &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Ensuring Every Voice is Heard and Valued in Your Workplace with Sara Dean

What steps can you take to ensure every voice is heard and valued in your workplace? Imagine walking into a room and knowing that no matter who you are, your ideas matter, your experiences are recogni…

What steps can you t…

What steps can you take to ensure every voice is heard and valued in your workplace? Imagine walking into a room and knowing that no matter who you are, your ideas matter, your experiences are recognized, and your contributions are celebrated. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Sara Dean about the importance of creating environments where every voice is heard and everyone feels valued. Sara is a Seattle-based keynote speaker, executive coach, business consultant, and trainer for leaders and teams. She supports women in leadership who want to become more coura…

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Embracing Personal Growth For Organizational Success With Ashley Sardjoe &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Embracing Personal Growth for Organizational Success with Ashley Sardjoe

How can your personal transformation serve as a catalyst for the overall organizational change? Continually challenging yourself and preparing for inevitable changes will help you embrace discomfort, …

How can your persona…

How can your personal transformation serve as a catalyst for the overall organizational change? Continually challenging yourself and preparing for inevitable changes will help you embrace discomfort, build resilience, and foster a growth mindset in your personal and professional life. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Ashley Sardjoe about the importance of personal transformation as a foundation for organizational change. Ashley is a global People & Organization leader with a passion for driving transformative change that enhances organizational performa…

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Finding Happiness Within Yourself &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Finding Happiness Within Yourself

Do you often find yourself thinking, "I'll be happy when...?" What if you discovered that's a trap many of us fall into? Waiting for external achievements to bring happiness is a never-ending cycle le…

Do you often find yo…

Do you often find yourself thinking, "I'll be happy when...?" What if you discovered that's a trap many of us fall into? Waiting for external achievements to bring happiness is a never-ending cycle leading to unhappiness. In this solo episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, Kristen discusses the “I’ll be happy when” syndrome and how to find happiness within yourself. She explains why true happiness is always available from within, even with relentless societal and cultural pressures that make us feel inadequate. Listen in to learn practical tips to break free from the illusion t…

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Achieve Your Big Gorgeous Goals With Julie Ellis &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
Achieve Your Big Gorgeous Goals with Julie Ellis

Are you ready to achieve your ambitious goals and elevate your leadership skills? How do you pursue your big gorgeous goals confidently and clearly and approach life with intention and joy? Achieving …

Are you ready to ach…

Are you ready to achieve your ambitious goals and elevate your leadership skills? How do you pursue your big gorgeous goals confidently and clearly and approach life with intention and joy? Achieving personal and professional growth as a female leader involves setting ambitious goals, pushing beyond your comfort zone, embracing creativity, and planning rest. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Julie Ellis about her unexpected transition into Finance and eventually into the world of entrepreneurship. Julie is a professional speaker, author, and executive coach …

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The 2024 Workhuman Conference Highlights: Insights, Inspiration &Amp; Impact &Raquo; Updated Podcast Art9Rvy8
The 2024 Workhuman Conference Highlights: Insights, Inspiration & Impact

Did you attend the 2024 Workhuman Live conference? The conference was brimming with meaningful conversations and impactful sessions. It was also a whirlwind of insights, laughter, and profound moments…

Did you attend the 2…

Did you attend the 2024 Workhuman Live conference? The conference was brimming with meaningful conversations and impactful sessions. It was also a whirlwind of insights, laughter, and profound moments. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I invite Angela Champ on the show to discuss our individual experiences at the Workhuman conference. Workhuman is committed to the intentional curation of sessions for deep dives into key issues without overwhelming attendees, creating space for genuine connections. It also fosters a community of like-hearted individuals dedicated to resha…

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Empowering Workplace Diversity With Systemic Change – Viva Asmelash &Raquo; Viva Asmelash7Htyp
Empowering Workplace Diversity with Systemic Change – Viva Asmelash

How do you foster diversity and inclusion to drive positive organizational change? Imagine a workplace where every voice is celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. In an empowered workpla…

How do you foster di…

How do you foster diversity and inclusion to drive positive organizational change? Imagine a workplace where every voice is celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. In an empowered workplace, everyone can take ownership of their journey toward equity and inclusion and feel supported. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Viva Asmelash (she/her) about creating psychological safety in the workplace, plus the systemic change needed in organizations. Viva is a passionate workplace consultant and certified inclusion strategist specializing in forward-thin…

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How To Reach Your Full Potential And Uplevel Your Life &Raquo; Kristen Harcourt 2023 By Rz 50 Square9Ldle
How to Reach Your Full Potential and Uplevel Your Life

What are your important goals, and are you willing to take the time to achieve them? Reaching your full potential requires an investment, but most of us are stuck in an instant gratification mindset. …

What are your import…

What are your important goals, and are you willing to take the time to achieve them? Reaching your full potential requires an investment, but most of us are stuck in an instant gratification mindset. The truth is, it is through the process of working towards your goals that you feel meaning, purpose, and satisfaction. In this solo episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, Kristen discusses how to identify what’s important to you and take the necessary action steps to achieve those goals. She explains the importance of understanding that big goals take time, persistence, commitment, an…

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