Understanding Personal & Organizational Transformation with Dr. Leah Jackman-Wheitner

Mayhem to Mastery: Leading Transformation from the Middle Podcast
Written By James Thompson

Mayhem to Mastery: Leading Transformation from the Middle with James Thompson & Ronii Bartles, Episode 1

In this inaugural episode of Mayhem to Mastery: Leading Transformation from the Middle, James Thompson and Ronii Bartles speak with life coach, Dr. Leah Jackman-Wheitner.

Leah's focus is helping you clear the mental clutter to get clarity. Her goal is helping you create the confidence you want and need to have your life be exactly what you want!

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

  • The importance of individual growth and effective communication

  • The importance of beginning transformation with the individual

  • The common organizational challenges and personal growth paths necessary for managing mayhem

  • The importance of integrating one's true self into their professional roles; being authentic can lead to psychological safety and foster a healthier, more conducive work environment

  • The importance of identifying internal barriers due to underlying beliefs or past experiences to prevent self-sabotage in professional growth

  • Dr. Leah's unique methods, framing the chaos and providing clarity, helping individuals and organizations see coherent patterns amid confusion

Learn more about Dr. Leah Jackman-Wheitner:

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About this podcast:

Mayhem to Mastery: Leading Transformation from the Middle is a podcast for leaders navigating the messy, high-stakes space between top-down strategy and front-line implementation. James Thompson & Ronii Bartles interview change agents, operators, and advisors who have learned to drive results without relying on formal authority. From process optimization to strategic communication — and yes, even competitive compliance — we break down what it takes to lead well when you're in the middle of it all.

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