56 episodes

For those who are called to lead lives, work and movements that create a more just, kind and conscious world, and to learn from folx who are. Explore the kinds of perspectives, capacities and approaches needed to lead in times of ever increasing complexity. From personal and collective development, to cultivating meaningful life’s work, to systemic and cultural change strategies, Chela Davison hosts conversations with a diverse collection of leaders who are heeding the call to reimagine our world at our next edge of human evolution. Get inspired, be nourished and grow together. Welcome to What is Leadership?

What is Leadership‪?‬ Chela Davison

    • Business
    • 5.0 • 15 Ratings

For those who are called to lead lives, work and movements that create a more just, kind and conscious world, and to learn from folx who are. Explore the kinds of perspectives, capacities and approaches needed to lead in times of ever increasing complexity. From personal and collective development, to cultivating meaningful life’s work, to systemic and cultural change strategies, Chela Davison hosts conversations with a diverse collection of leaders who are heeding the call to reimagine our world at our next edge of human evolution. Get inspired, be nourished and grow together. Welcome to What is Leadership?

    Episode 55: 'Intention and Improv' with Jennifer England

    Episode 55: 'Intention and Improv' with Jennifer England

    Jennifer England supports soul-aligned missions for the collective good. As an Integral Master Coach™ and highly skilled facilitator, she helps high performing leaders and teams access deeper fulfilment, clarity and alignment to succeed in transition, uncertainty and emergent collaboration. In this episode, Jennifer shares the value of bringing the principles of improv to our lives, and how our ability to improvise in times of challenge or disruption can actually be the soil of our resilience and creativity. They explore the relentless pursuit of ‘self-improvement’, and discuss the concept of ‘holobiont’ - that we become and are becoming an assemblage of the experiences and identities shaped by the ecosystem of our lives. For links and show notes: cheladavison.com/podcast.
     

    • 59 min
    Episode 54: 'Medicine' with Kathleen Smith

    Episode 54: 'Medicine' with Kathleen Smith

    Kathleen Smith is a singer-songwriter/producer whose music has been heard on radio, TV and film. She is also a music supervisor for Netflix, Hulu, Showtime and the popular podcast & Netflix show - Song Exploder. In this episode, Kathleen discusses her new record ‘Medicine’, which she wrote - and taught herself to produce - in an old barn in New Mexico. She unpacks her early artist years - from seeking validation from an extractive industry to finding sovereignty - and the significance of deep spiritual practice on that journey. The dance between being a visionary and present reality, and the importance of listening to our hearts - the interface between source and the horizontal plane of human existence. For links and show notes: cheladavison.com/podcast.

    • 53 min
    Episode 53: 'Business without Social Media' with Bradley Morris

    Episode 53: 'Business without Social Media' with Bradley Morris

    Bradley Morris is the founder of Majik Media - helping leaders unleash their majik to leverage their life’s work - as well as Majik Kids, the Creator’s Club and is also a professional golfer - and no, you will not find him on social media. In this episode, Bradley shares his decision to leave social media, highlighting the negative impact of algorithms, the divisive nature of the platforms, and a scary realization that compelled him to make a permanent exit. Discover how Bradley's departure from socials transformed his business model - and expect practical marketing alternatives - including nurturing your email list, guest appearances, good old fashioned PR and the power of developing a transformational signature workshop. For links and show notes: cheladavison.com/podcast.
     

    • 48 min
    Episode 52: 'Disrupting Leadership' with Lael Couper Jepson

    Episode 52: 'Disrupting Leadership' with Lael Couper Jepson

    Lael Couper Jepson is all about change powered by women. Founder of SheChanges, she makes it her business to hold space for those willing to live from the crossroads of conventional thought and unconventional wisdom. In this episode, they discuss important conversations often buried - which Lael is passionate about uncovering -  and the language needed to disrupt traditional leadership thinking. Lack of safety in organizations, and welcoming the ‘dominant cast’ to the change conversation with compassion and enthusiasm - because for things to change, everybody needs to be at the party. The ripple effect of public courage when making unconventional choices, being true to oneself and collapsing what’s not working in order to rebuild. For links and show notes: cheladavison.com/podcast.
     

    • 1 hr 7 min
    Episode 51: 'Leading from the Body' with Sydney Craig

    Episode 51: 'Leading from the Body' with Sydney Craig

    Sydney Craig, is the owner of Pilates Tonic, a studio she founded over 17 years ago, which has expanded into online movement learning. In this episode, Sydney emphasizes the importance of body as instrument - for moving through the world and finding guidance - inviting curiosity about what our body is communicating. The initial challenges she faced as a business owner revealed that her external struggles reflected internal struggles, and she shares how taking self-responsibility allowed for significant change. They discuss the importance of leading from and listening to our bodies, steadiness and showing up over time, and the presence that takes vs. the instant success narrative created by a fast-paced world. For links and show notes: cheladavison.com/podcast.
     

    • 40 min
    Episode 50: The Genesis of the Creative Cauldron with Chela Davison

    Episode 50: The Genesis of the Creative Cauldron with Chela Davison

    In this episode, I share about how the Creative Cauldron came to be, how it works and what to expect if you decide to join us this upcoming season! About a year ago, I was feeling creatively dry. I decided to finally take a course a friend of mine has on writing and performing solo shows, and the experience made me realize the importance of giving reverence and dedicated time to my creative writing. Knowing that I uphold my commitments to others, I decided to start the Creative Cauldron, a community where us artists and creators could gather, support each other, and work on our projects in community. If you’re curious to hear all the deets, check out this episode!

    • 15 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

Rebecca Rama Devi ,

AMAZING: Elevated, Rooted, Real.

Chela, your podcast is a breath of integrated business fresh air. Elevated, rooted and real—a rare place where spiritual practice and transformation meets our economy, culture and systems—and is explored without the fluff (airy-fairy nonsense that’s so prevalent). So grateful to have found it—and be among good company!

DrChris1301 ,

I loved it!

I loved your episode with Gayle Colman on Somatic Finances! Gayle's innovative ideas around how our bodies reflect our attitudes/experiences with money & finance were terrific. And, I loved that you put her on the hotseat around the 'energy of money,' and she went there. So great. Thank you, thank you! ~ Chris Johnson,PsyD.

1Rythmgrl ,

Seasons and Compass Episode

Thanks Chela for you exceptional podcast. In particular I listen to Seasons and Compass today. Exceptional content worth sharing and relistening to several times. We are all so entrenched in the hockey stick growth curve that capitalism has brainwashed us with. Yet, that pace and expectation goes against nature. Thank you Chela for your tremendous insight and clarity around the seasons of work and life. I felt ten times better after listening to this episode, and will work on recognizing cycles and seasons and adjusting accordingly. You are wise beyond your years!

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