Queen Bee Coaching - A Pankhurst Trust Service’s Post

Today, I fulfilled one of my most significant civic duties by voting. It’s a poignant reminder of the role we each play in sculpting the future of our country. As a Health and Wellness Coach, I see parallels in making empowered choices - be it for our nation or our health. Engaging in the democratic process mirrors the commitment to our personal wellness journeys - thoughtful, informed decisions leading to positive outcomes. Let's continue to prioritize making choices that benefit our collective future. #Leadership #HealthAndWellness

🌟 Discover the Power of Community in Your Weight Loss Journey! 🌟 At Executive Losers, we understand the unique challenges executive women face in balancing demanding schedules with health and wellness goals. It's why we believe in the transformative power of community to not only achieve but to surpass our weight loss aspirations. Here’s why community is your superpower: - **Accountability Partners:** Our peers don't just keep us in check; they remind us of our commitment to ourselves, especially on days when our schedules seem to have no room for error. - **Cheerleaders:** Every step forward is celebrated, and every setback is met with encouragement, not judgment. Our community is your unwavering support system, cheering you on towards your goals. - **Wisdom Sharing:** Learn from the experiences of fellow executive women who navigate similar challenges. Discover what works, what doesn’t, and tailor strategies that fit your lifestyle. As executive women, we're adept at leading teams and making strategic decisions. Let’s apply that same prowess to our health and wellness journey, leveraging the strength of our community. Because together, we're not just losing weight; we're gaining a lifetime of health, balance, and fulfillment. Join our vibrant community of Executive Losers, where your wellness journey is championed, supported, and celebrated every step of the way. 💪🏼💖 #ExecutiveLosers #CommunityStrength #WomenEmpowerment #HealthJourney #TogetherWeCan

🌟 Leadership in Action: Making a Difference Beyond the Workplace 🌟 Our founder, Rollis Fontenot III recently had the privilege of speaking with Omar Reid, Chief People Officer at Harris Health, about one of the most rewarding initiatives he’s been a part of. His story is a powerful reminder of how leadership can have a profound impact on people’s lives. Omar shared: “An employee approached me about how our fertility benefits were lagging behind other organizations in the Texas Medical Center. After looking into it, we made changes to increase those benefits.” Not long after, an employee told him, “You’re my hero.” Initially unsure why, Omar realized this was the same employee who had voiced the concern. She now has a beautiful set of twins, whose picture proudly sits on his desk. “They just turned one,” Omar said, “and they remind me every day of why we do what we do.” 💡 Takeaway for leaders: Small moments of listening and action can create life-changing outcomes. This isn’t just about policies; it’s about people—supporting their dreams and well-being in ways that matter most. Let’s celebrate leaders like Omar who listen, act, and make a real difference. How has leadership impacted your life or the lives of those around you? Share your stories in the comments! 👇 #Leadership #EmployeeWellbeing #ImpactfulInitiatives #HarrisHealth

In the evolving wellness industry, understanding the complexities of fasting is key. Here are three common pitfalls: 1. Following the same fasting schedule daily. It's essential to introduce variety to maximize benefits. 2. For women, aligning fasting with the menstrual cycle can optimize results, a detail often overlooked. 3. Maintaining discipline in your eating window is crucial; it's not a free pass to overindulge. Through my personal and professional journey in health and wellness, these insights have been instrumental. Let's continue fostering a community of informed, health-conscious leaders. #HealthAndWellness #Leadership #FastingMistakes

A good reminder for us all! February is #AmericanHeartMonth, and it's a great reminder to check your health benefits, stay active, eat well, & join wellness challenges. Let’s keep our hearts happy & healthy all year round. Check out this great article on how to incorporate heart health into the workplace: http://spr.ly/6042n0lDC

Yesterday, we had the privilege of hosting a powerful webinar (with Mindful Employer Canada) on navigating chronic illness in the workplace, featuring candid discussions around advocacy, communication, and leadership support. A huge thank you to our amazing panelists, Anusha, Maxime, and Rachel, for sharing their personal journeys and offering valuable insights into fostering inclusive, supportive work environments. Key takeaways included: - The importance of balancing advocacy and vulnerability when communicating needs. - How leaders can create safe spaces for open dialogue and accommodations. - Practical strategies for breaking down barriers and fostering inclusivity. We are inspired by the engagement and questions from attendees, and we hope this conversation continues to spark change. Catch the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/gfTfkCQs Let’s keep the momentum going! What strategies have worked for you or your organization in supporting employees with chronic illnesses? Share your thoughts below!

We’ve got some strong feelings about company culture. “That’s just the way it’s always been 🤷…” isn’t cutting it! The culture of an organization isn't set in stone; it’s shaped by employee attitudes, norms, and values. These factors can either foster employee excellence—driving commitment, loyalty, and longevity—or promote distrust and disengagement, hindering growth. Leadership, business processes, and the workplace environment heavily influence company culture. A culture of health means: • Embedding strong values that prioritize wellbeing and health • Promoting positive, strength-based attitudes and scientific growth mindsets • Encouraging daily practices and habits that nurture overall wellbeing 🌱 At Wellvation, we collaborate with organizations to personalize both administration and each participant’s wellbeing experience, driving engagement and accelerating healthy cultures. Learn more below! #CultureOfHealth #EmployeeWellbeing #Leadership #Wellvation #HRTech #WorkplaceWellness https://hubs.li/Q02zvCtZ0

The power of permission in culture. When somebody is being natural it gives us permission to be natural too. Think of how you would react to other 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞’𝐬 𝐯𝐮𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬… Would you 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐞𝐝 to a party guest who is posturing and pontificating? Or the guest who spills something down their shirt and gets 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 about it? For most of us it is the latter according to Emma Seppälä, Ph.D., “because they’re being natural…and 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐢𝐭 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐮𝐬 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐨𝐨.” ____________________ 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭, 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦: - willing to 𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐭𝐫𝐚 (we see this often in our work). - with a 𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲. - giving the 𝐛𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐮𝐛𝐭. - who are more 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞, 𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 and 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞. ____________________ 𝘞𝘩𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘻𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢 𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭: - they have 𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬. ____________________ 𝐎𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 – 𝐰𝐢𝐧. I M Human ____________________ Next up for me: Speaking to national and state experts on the importance of wellbeing for their employees at the NASHP | National Academy for State Health Policy’s Annual Summit. Speaking to employers on how they can help their employees be their healthiest selves at the Economic Alliance for Michigan’s Women’s Health in the Workplace Symposium #wellbeing #strategy #psychologicalsafety #vulnerability #innovation #humanresources #sustainability #culture #whatinspiresme #imhuman

Knowledge is power. That theme was echoed throughout our webinar yesterday and it speaks to the tremendous impact of employee advocacy when it comes to navigating chronic illness in the workplace. If you weren’t able to attend, the link to the full recording is below!

This week, I had the pleasure of virtually attending an insightful webinar on the patient experience in the workplace. Creating more inclusive workplaces for employees of all abilities is a key motivation behind my study of I/O Psychology, so this topic was particularly relevant to me. The panelists offered a realistic view of the challenges faced by employees with chronic illnesses or those who identify as disabled in the workplace. They also provided actionable recommendations for both employers and employees to foster a more inclusive work environment. As a talent acquisition specialist, I see firsthand the importance of inclusivity in attracting and retaining top talent. I firmly believe that organizations committed to understanding and supporting all employees will build a robust workforce dedicated to their success. I encourage you to watch the webinar recording if you have the opportunity in the coming weeks. Thank you Unum Co. for this valuable information!