Business is Human

"We feel better when we can share and show our emotions at work; when we do, it contributes to a more emotionally intelligent workforce."Vulnerability hangovers. We've all experienced them when we go home at the end of the day, and our mind starts re-hashing our conversations, second-guessing our responses. "Was that stupid?" "Wow, I can't believe I would say that."It turns out that being vulnerable and emotionally open is a good thing. We need to stop shutting down because all signs say showing emotions at work is okay.In this episode, Rebecca talks about the aftereffects of a recent emotional outpouring that happened to take place on this podcast. Listen in to hear why she has no regrets and learn how leaders can make room for emotions in the workplace.In this episode, you'll learn:How to become comfortable and confident in your opinionsWhat it takes to shift to the age of humanityThe downside to not expressing your emotionsThings to listen for:[01:09] Vulnerability hangovers and how to deal with them[06:31] Shifting to the age of humanity[14:31] Creating an emotionally intelligent workforce starting with leaders[16:46] The effects of hiding your feelingsResources:Learn more about Rebecca and her workGet your copy of Write Your Own StoryListen to Rebecca's Audiobook Write Your Own StoryTake the Badass QuizConnect with Rebecca:https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccafleetwoodhession/https://www.instagram.com/rebeccafleetwoodhession/https://www.facebook.com/fleetwoodhession/https://www.tiktok.com/@rebeccafleetwoodhession

Show Notes

"We feel better when we can share and show our emotions at work; when we do, it contributes to a more emotionally intelligent workforce."


Vulnerability hangovers. We've all experienced them when we go home at the end of the day, and our mind starts re-hashing our conversations, second-guessing our responses. "Was that stupid?" "Wow, I can't believe I would say that."


It turns out that being vulnerable and emotionally open is a good thing. We need to stop shutting down because all signs say showing emotions at work is okay.


In this episode, Rebecca talks about the aftereffects of a recent emotional outpouring that happened to take place on this podcast. Listen in to hear why she has no regrets and learn how leaders can make room for emotions in the workplace.


In this episode, you'll learn:

  • How to become comfortable and confident in your opinions
  • What it takes to shift to the age of humanity
  • The downside to not expressing your emotions

Things to listen for:

[01:09] Vulnerability hangovers and how to deal with them

[06:31] Shifting to the age of humanity

[14:31] Creating an emotionally intelligent workforce starting with leaders

[16:46] The effects of hiding your feelings


Resources:

Learn more about Rebecca and her work

Get your copy of Write Your Own Story

Listen to Rebecca's Audiobook Write Your Own Story

Take the Badass Quiz


Connect with Rebecca:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccafleetwoodhession/

https://www.instagram.com/rebeccafleetwoodhession/

https://www.facebook.com/fleetwoodhession/

https://www.tiktok.com/@rebeccafleetwoodhession

What is Business is Human?

We need a new definition of success—one that harmonizes meaning and money.

Imagine diving into your workday with renewed energy, leaving behind the exhaustion or dread of a monotonous grind.

Traditional beliefs about success and the root cause of burnout are the same:
Prove yourself.
Work harder.
Take care of the business, and it will take care of you.

We’re recycling the mindset and practices that keep us stuck. Our souls need a jumpstart into The Age of Humanity.

Tune in for a new way of working that honors our nervous system and the bottom line, using knowledge of the brain, the Bible, and business. We’ll discuss timeless truths that amplify growth, ignite change, and reshape the world of work. No corporate speak or business BS. Let’s get to the heart of a rewarding career and profitable growth.

We speak human about business.

What’s in it for You?

Value, Relevance, and Impact (VRI): No, it's not a new tech gadget—it's your ticket to making your work genuinely matter to you and your company.

Human-Centric Insights: We prioritize people over profits without sacrificing the bottom line. Think less "cog in the machine" and more "humans helping humans."

I'm your host, Rebecca Fleetwood Hesson, your thrive guide leading you into the new Age of Humanity. I’ve navigated the highs and lows of business and life, from achieving over $40 million in sales, teaching thousands of people around the world about leadership, trust, execution, and productivity to facing burnout, divorce, raising a couple of great humans (one with ADHD), and navigating the uncertainty of starting a business.

I’m committed to igniting change in the world by jumpstarting business into profitable growth with the timeless truths of our humanity.

Sound crazy? It’s only crazy until it works.

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