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Michelle Johnston Clifton Morvant Professor of Business

Dr. Michelle K. Johnston is a management professor, executive coach, and
leadership expert who is the Clifton A. Morvant Distinguished Professor in
Business at Loyola University New Orleans.
Her first book, The Seismic Shift in Leadership, The Seismic Shift in Leadership:
How to Thrive in a New Era of Connection, is now an Amazon bestseller.
She was recently named A Woman of the Year by CityBusiness and one of the
most influential New Orleanians.
Michelle is a celebrated keynote speaker presenting at conferences and events
nationwide. She received her Ph.D. in Communication from Louisiana State
University and was named to the prestigious 100 Coaches Group, which consists of
the top executive coaches worldwide.
For speaking engagements, media, and more, visit michellekjohnston.com.

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Unlock The Power Of Small Changes For Big Impact &Raquo; Hqdefault 562
Unlock the Power of Small Changes for Big Impact

Watch the full episode here:In this inspiring discussion, learn simple yet transformative tips to bring purpose and meaning into your interactions. Discover how shifting your words—like replacing…

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Watch the full episode here:In this inspiring discussion, learn simple yet transformative tips to bring purpose and meaning into your interactions. Discover how shifting your words—like replacing “Why?” with “Would you help me understand?”—can foster collaboration and understanding. Explore the power of gratitude with specificity and the profound effect of catching people doing things right. These actionable insights will elevate your Relationships and inspire those around you.

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The Joy Of Serving | #shorts

In this conversation, we hear about the importance and joy being serving and how this looks in the corporate space. When your company is centered around serving, this will change everything.

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In this conversation, we hear about the importance and joy being serving and how this looks in the corporate space. When your company is centered around serving, this will change everything.

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Finding The Fire In Your Belly, Featuring Corent Technology Ceo Feyzi Fatehi &Raquo; Ay5Qcgc
Finding the Fire in your Belly, featuring Corent Technology CEO Feyzi Fatehi

How do we find that fire in our belly to do something truly revolutionary with our lives? Silicon Valley disruptor and current CEO of Corent Technology, Feyzi Fatehi, knows a thing or two when it come…

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How do we find that fire in our belly to do something truly revolutionary with our lives? Silicon Valley disruptor and current CEO of Corent Technology, Feyzi Fatehi, knows a thing or two when it comes to answering that question. For today’s episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with Feyzi to take a look at his meteoric rise through some of the world’s top technology companies—outlining the biggest lessons he’s learned along the way. From spearheading Hewlett-Packard’s global alliances in his 20s to getting his MBA from Stanford and going on to lead from the C-suite, Feyz…

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Leading Through Challenges: How to Deliver Difficult News Effectively

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8Delivering difficult news, like layoffs or hiring freezes, is a challenge every leader faces. Learn a straightforward framework to approach the…

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Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8Delivering difficult news, like layoffs or hiring freezes, is a challenge every leader faces. Learn a straightforward framework to approach these conversations with transparency, empathy, and optimism. Discover how to share the truth, outline actionable steps, and inspire your team with a vision for the future.

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Managers And The Importance of Sit Down Conversations

It is vital for managers to create space and time to meet with their employees. In these discussions, your employees should feel known and cared for in their journey, rather than neglected and ignored…

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It is vital for managers to create space and time to meet with their employees. In these discussions, your employees should feel known and cared for in their journey, rather than neglected and ignored!

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Thriving Through Workplace Transformations: The Key Role of Managers

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8From hybrid work dynamics to the Mental Health crisis, the workplace is undergoing seismic shifts that demand attention. This discussion highli…

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Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8From hybrid work dynamics to the mental health crisis, the workplace is undergoing seismic shifts that demand attention. This discussion highlights the critical role of managers in fostering connection and guiding teams through these turbulent times. Discover why Investing in leadership is key to thriving amidst the chaos of a rapidly evolving business landscape.

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What Can Leaders Do To Make Us Feel More Connected?

In this conversation, we explore how many feel disconnected in their careers and spaces of involvement. Leaders are people who pursue these conversations and put forth opportunities for others to stay…

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In this conversation, we explore how many feel disconnected in their careers and spaces of involvement. Leaders are people who pursue these conversations and put forth opportunities for others to stay connected rather than face isolation!

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Building Genuine Connections in a Hybrid Workplace

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8Navigating the post-pandemic workplace starts with meaningful connection—both with yourself and others. Learn practical tips for fostering se…

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Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/JIRxkvlQVR8Navigating the post-pandemic workplace starts with meaningful connection—both with yourself and others. Learn practical tips for fostering self-care, nurturing personal and professional relationships, and creating a robust connection infrastructure in hybrid environments. From virtual coffee chats to authentic vulnerability, discover how to build a more connected and fulfilling work life.

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The Art Of Delicate Conversations, Featuring No. 1 Startup Coach Alisa Cohn &Raquo; Ay5Qcgc
The Art of Delicate Conversations, featuring No. 1 Startup Coach Alisa Cohn

As leaders, it’s essential that we master the art of the delicate conversation to foster connection among the people we lead. But delicate conversations are just that … delicate, and it’s tempti…

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As leaders, it’s essential that we master the art of the delicate conversation to foster connection among the people we lead. But delicate conversations are just that … delicate, and it’s tempting to put them off. Today on The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with the world’s no. 1 startup coach, Alisa Cohn, to dive into how to have those delicate conversations we all dread, and how to have them well. To open the episode, Michelle invites Alisa to share her incredible story of reinventing her career at 27 years-old and becoming one of the world’s most sought-after startup coaches. …

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Teaching The Power Skills | #shorts

It is crucial to teach our students the power skills, the essential communication skills. We have learned that in order to distinguish ourselves as humans, is is essential to foster effective communic…

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It is crucial to teach our students the power skills, the essential communication skills. We have learned that in order to distinguish ourselves as humans, is is essential to foster effective communication skills!

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The Real Value of College: Lessons from an Entrepreneur’s Journey

Watch the full episode here: In this thought-provoking discussion, a successful entrepreneur reflects on the evolving perception of higher Education. Sharing personal experiences from his roots in …

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Watch the full episode here: In this thought-provoking discussion, a successful entrepreneur reflects on the evolving perception of higher education. Sharing personal experiences from his roots in Louisiana to launching multiple companies, he highlights how critical thinking, confidence, and a holistic education shaped his journey. Discover why he believes in the transformative power of institutions like Loyola and why higher education remains a vital investment despite rising skepticism

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The Emphasis On Diversity In Higher Education | #shorts

In higher education, there is an opportunity to foster a culture of people who come from various backgrounds and ways of thinking- this is one of the most powerful aspects of this sphere of influence!

In higher education,…

In higher education, there is an opportunity to foster a culture of people who come from various backgrounds and ways of thinking- this is one of the most powerful aspects of this sphere of influence!

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Is College Still Worth It? Dr. Cole on the Future of Higher Education

Watch the full episode here:Dr. Cole dives into the biggest challenges facing higher education today, including shifting perceptions of its value in an evolving job market. Drawing from his experie…

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Watch the full episode here:Dr. Cole dives into the biggest challenges facing higher education today, including shifting perceptions of its value in an evolving job market. Drawing from his experience as a history scholar and leader in Catholic Jesuit education, he explains how a well-rounded, liberal education prepares students not just for current careers, but for an unpredictable future. Discover how mind, body, and spirit development creates ethical leaders ready to make a positive impact on the world.

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The Seismic Shifts Happening In Higher Education

For this week’s special, bonus episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle has the privilege of sitting down with two of her colleagues at Loyola University New Orleans: the university’s new president…

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For this week’s special, bonus episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle has the privilege of sitting down with two of her colleagues at Loyola University New Orleans: the university’s new president—and first president of color—Dr. Xavier Cole, and Loyola’s interim dean of the College of Business, Dr. Bobby Savoie. It’s no secret that the value (and price tag) of higher education have come into question in recent years. So together these three dynamic leaders discuss some of the key seismic shifts happening in higher education right now, answering the question of if an advanced degree…

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Bonus Episode: A Look At The Seismic Shifts Happening In Higher Education, Featuring Loyola University’s Dr. Xavier Cole And Dr. Bobby Savoie &Raquo; Ay5Qcgc
BONUS Episode: A Look at the Seismic Shifts happening in Higher Education, featuring Loyola University’s Dr. Xavier Cole and Dr. Bobby Savoie

For this week’s special, bonus episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle has the privilege of sitting down with two of her colleagues at Loyola University New Orleans: the university’s new president…

For this week’s sp…

For this week’s special, bonus episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle has the privilege of sitting down with two of her colleagues at Loyola University New Orleans: the university’s new president—and first president of color—Dr. Xavier Cole, and Loyola’s interim dean of the College of Business, Dr. Bobby Savoie. It’s no secret that the value (and price tag) of higher education have come into question in recent years. So together these three dynamic leaders discuss some of the key seismic shifts happening in higher education right now, answering the question of if an advanced degree…

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Taylor Swift And Rallying Behind Individual Expression

It is crucial for communities to be inspired by and rally behind individual creativity and expression. Here we hear how giving individuals helpful tools and a vision to better express themselves will …

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It is crucial for communities to be inspired by and rally behind individual creativity and expression. Here we hear how giving individuals helpful tools and a vision to better express themselves will multiply the message of a brand or experience greatly, positively impacting communities!

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