In this week’s episode, Dr. Robyne is joined by workplace culture expert, founder and CEO of Employee Fanatix, author, and keynote speaker Heather R. Younger for an uplifting conversation about leadership, hope, and well-being.

Together, they explore the importance of aligning actions with core values, holding yourself accountable with compassion, and moving from "waiting for permission” to becoming your own green light. They unpack the hidden costs of social comparison and how reframing comparison into celebration can invite learning, connection, and collaboration. Their conversation also highlights the power of intentionally choosing hope as a steadying force in uncertain times, creating space for possibility, growth, and purposeful action.

Through real-world stories and actionable insights, this episode offers encouragement and practical ways to cultivate strength, steadiness, and unshakable leadership, so you can show up for yourself and for others at your best.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Why self-leadership is the root of caring leadership
2. How knowing and living by your values creates alignment
3. Why waiting for permission or “a green light” from others can keep us from living and leading fully
4. The importance of developing practical self-care routines that enable sustainable performance and leadership
5. The distinction between hope and optimism, and why hope is the remedy the world needs right now
6. The importance of collaboration and community in personal and professional growth
7. Simple mindset shifts and strategies for managing overwhelm, reframing social comparison, and showing up authentically for yourself and those around you

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Pre-order your copy of I Hope So (releasing February 10, 2026) by visiting https://drrobyne.ca/hope/

Additional Resources:

1. Heather’s Podcast: Becoming Unshakable
2. The Art of Self-Leadership: Discover the Power Within You and Learn to Lead Yourself by Heather R. Younger
3. Books by Heather R. Younger
4. Dr. James Rouse
5. Dr. Jen Wolkin

Get in Touch with Heather:

1. Website: https://heatheryounger.com/
2. Instagram: