41: Navigating Post-Pandemic Uncertainty: Building Resilient Teams and Leaders in Today's World

 In this episode, Cha'Lea is joined by returning guest expert Andre W. Thornton, Founder & CEO of Whitman Consulting, a leadership development firm.  In this insightful episode recorded in the first quarter of this year, Andre shares his incredible journey from engineering to becoming a people engineer, emphasizing the intricate simplicity of understanding human systems. Andre sheds light on the evolving roles of employees, managers, and CEOs in a post-pandemic landscape and the critical need to support middle management. He also delves into the challenges and opportunities in integrating business success with employee well-being and societal impact. Tune in for a captivating conversation that remains relevant as we move forward from this unprecedented global event. Join the conversation as we explore: 

• Peeling Back the Onion: Why understanding the human system is both complicated and fundamental. 
• Embracing Challenges: How to stay optimistic in the face of global challenges and media negativity. 
• The Journey of Leadership: Different experiences as an employee, manager, and CEO in a post-pandemic world. 
• Nurturing Managers: Providing support and inspiration to purpose-driven leaders in adversity. 
• Balancing Goals and Experience: Managing tangible goals and intangible team experiences. 
• The Importance of Values: How values are shared in organizations. 
• Facing the Worst-Case Scenarios: Coping with threats like layoffs and supporting the workforce. 
• The Power of Reflection: Creating space for pause and reflection to combat burnout. 

So, grab your coffee and click to listen.  Don't miss this engaging and informative discussion with Andre Thornton, a leader with a passion for helping others reach their full potential.! ☕🌟