Laid Off? Restructuring? AI Disruption? Why Your Values Are the Only Real Stability with David Cohen

What do you do when everything changes?

When the company restructures, when AI reshapes the job market, when the role you loved no longer exists?

In the past months, many friends called me saying: “I’ve just been laid off.”

I’ve lived that moment too, the uncertainty, the fear.

And yet… something powerful emerges when the outside world becomes unstable:

👉 Your values become your anchor.

👉 Your CORE becomes your stability.

👉 Your purpose becomes your direction.

In this episode, I sit down with David S. Cohen, author, speaker, and expert in leadership and cultural change, to explore how values drive long-term success.

We talk about:

✨ Why people are hired for skills, but fired for behavior

✨ How shared values build trust and true collaboration

✨ Why 80–85% of cultural change efforts fail within 18 months

✨ How integrity creates opportunities others never see

✨ Why profit is a byproduct of doing business right 🧭

✨ How managers can create psychological safety

✨ And how AI is putting values and ethics into the spotlight more than ever

When you know what you stand for, you don’t fear change, you navigate it with clarity.

If you want inspiration and confidence for your next career step, this conversation is for you. 🎧 Listen. Reflect. Realign.

Then tell me: which value guides you the most right now?

👇 Chapters 00:00 🎙️

Intro 01:00 💬 Why work feels unstable today

06:08 🌱 Values as our internal foundation

11:04 🛡️ Psychological safety & leadership

15:50 🤝 Hiring for values and cultural fit

20:43 🧭 Integrity driving decisions

26:11 💼 Values in client relationships

30:30 🔄 Living values daily, not talking about them

35:13 🧩 Aligning values with strategy

37:43 ⚠️ Myths of cultural change

41:22 ✨ Defining success through values

42:31 🔥 Safe courage vs. real courage

51:43 ⭐ Vision that inspires action

58:35 🤖 AI’s impact on ethics

01:04:50 💡 Using AI for deeper conversations

01:07:48 🌍 Values shaping culture

01:09:49 ❓David’s question + reflections

📌 If this episode gives you hope or clarity, share it with someone going through change.

You never know whose values need a reminder today.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

David S. Cohen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-s-cohen-0b0191

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms, where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of personal and CEO branding with Marina Zayats (Author, Speaker and Co-Founder Schaffensgeist)

Discover how playfulness, authenticity, and self-awareness can transform your professional presence and personal brand. 🌟

Marina shares practical strategies for balancing impact and attention, overcoming perfectionism, and harnessing your unique superpowers in a digital age dominated by AI. Whether you’re a CEO, entrepreneur, or professional looking to level up your personal brand, this episode is packed with insights that will empower you to lead authentically and meaningfully. 🚀

Key Takeaways:

🎭 Playfulness is essential in professional settings.

🎯 Balance impact and attention for maximum engagement.

🤖 AI can assist, but human connection is irreplaceable.

✨ Understanding your unique superpowers drives success.

🤝 Communication skills define relationship quality.

🔥 Perfectionism creates distance, not connection.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction 🤝

01:11 Personal and CEO Branding 🎙️

05:24 Defining Success in Visibility 👀

09:05 The Evolution of Personal Branding 🔄

13:18 Balancing Expertise and Personality ⚖️

17:05 Overcoming Fear in CEO Branding 😨➡️💪

21:08 Dealing with Self-Doubt in Communication 🤔💬

24:56 Understanding Unique Value Propositions 💡

31:06 Discovering and Showcasing Talents 🎯

33:11 Blind Spots in CEO Communication 🕵️‍♂️

37:21 The Role of Body Language in Communication 👐

43:26 Embracing Playfulness in Professional Life 🎭

50:30 The Future of Personal Branding in an AI World 🤖

54:00 Marina’s Question ❓💬 📲

Connect with me on LinkedIn:

Marina Zayats: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marinazayats/?locale=en

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.

What if leadership wasn’t about authority — but about humanity? 🤝

In this heartfelt episode, Ghalia Turki reveals how leaders can transform workplaces into safe communities where every individual feels valued — no matter their background, style, or voice. From the United Nations to the corporate world of the UAE, Ghalia learned that diversity only works when inclusion follows. Because talent exists everywhere — but opportunity doesn’t. 🌱

You will learn how to:

• Align passion, talent & market needs for everyone 🌟

• Humanize leadership through empathy 🤝

• Build psychological safety that nurtures belonging 🛡️

• Lead across diverse generations & perspectives 🧩

• Create inclusive work that lifts people up 🚀

Leadership can feel lonely when you go first.

But inclusive leadership means no one walks alone. 🫂

If you’ve ever wanted to build workplaces where people can be seen, heard, and celebrated — this is your moment. 💛

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro 🎬

01:09 Finding Alignment: Passion, Talent & Market Needs 🔍

10:59 The Importance of Meaning in Work 🌟

18:05 Turning Complexity into Clarity 🧭

29:22 Navigating Leadership Across Generations 👥

45:33 Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs 🏔️

45:41 Maslow’s Hierarchy in the Workplace 🏢

48:44 The Importance of Psychological Safety 🛡️

51:43 Empathetic & Adaptive Leadership 💗

55:07 Building Inclusive Work Environments 🌈

59:24 Engaging Every Employee, Not Just the Loudest 🔥

01:01:58 Why Should CEOs Care About Well-Being? 🧠

01:10:29 Trust: Inclusion’s First Currency 🤝

01:16:35 The Need for Authentic Leadership 🎭

01:17:58 The Power of Emotional Intelligence 🧠

01:24:10 Real Leadership or Just a Title? 🔦

01:27:32 The Challenges & Rewards of Leadership 🏆

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Ghalia Turki: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ghaliaturki81/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE. 🤝

In a world that often celebrates the loudest voices, quiet leadership offers a refreshing and deeply human approach to influence.

In this episode, we sit down with Megumi Miki, author of Quietly Powerful, to explore how calmness, flow, and presence can redefine what true leadership looks like.

Together, we uncover how quieter individuals can harness their unique strengths, how meditation builds self-awareness, and why inclusion requires diversity not just in culture — but in thought and style.

Megumi’s wisdom reminds us that leadership isn’t about being the loudest in the room — it’s about being the most present. 🌿

🧩 Chapters

00:00 – 🤝 Intro

00:59 – 🌿 Exploring Calmness and Presence

02:47 – ✨ Purpose Behind Writing: Leadership and Transformation

05:34 – 👁️ Blind Spots in Leadership and Inclusion

08:42 – 🌸 The Importance of Slowing Down

10:50 – 🔥 Forcing Visibility and Burnout

12:06 – 💬 Transformative Client Stories

14:45 – 🕊️ Overcoming the Stigma of Being Quiet

19:52 – 🎤 The Pressure to Speak Up

23:30 – 🤝 Creating Space for Voices

25:53 – 💫 Visibility Without Fear of Judgment

29:24 – 🎙️ Being Present in Public Speaking

32:32 – 🧘‍♀️ Practices for Self-Awareness and Presence

35:18 – 🌄 Understanding Loneliness vs. Solitude

38:50 – 🌱 The Value of Humility in Leadership

41:50 – 🌈 Diversity and Inclusion: A Double-Edged Sword

45:33 – 🪶 Confidence vs. Competence in Leadership

49:38 – 🌕 Balancing Intuition and Structured Fairness

53:32 – 🔍 Unconscious Bias in Hiring Decisions

57:42 – 🔮 Future Trends in Organizational Culture

01:01:01 – ☯️ Debunking Misconceptions about Quietness

01:04:27 – ❓ Megumi's Question

01:05:07 – 💭 Final Thoughts

💡 Key Takeaways

🌿 Shift your attention from yourself to others to make a difference

💫 Presence and calmness amplify authentic leadership

🌈 Diversity in thought and style enriches organizations

🧘‍♀️ Meditation cultivates flow, focus, and purpose

🕊️ Quiet leaders can be just as powerful — and often more impactful

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Megumi Miki: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megumimiki/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE. 🤝

🎙️ Welcome to The CORE Impact Podcast — where we explore the real human side of work, leadership, and wellbeing. In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Tom Oxley to dive deep into the emotional and psychological layers shaping modern workplaces.

🌿 We explore the often-overlooked world of emotions at work, especially the challenges men face in expressing vulnerability.

Together, we unpack how psychological safety and inclusion can transform team dynamics, boost creativity, and prevent burnout. Tom also introduces the concept of “well-washing” — when companies promote wellness superficially without meaningful action. We discuss how to bridge the gap between corporate wellness programs and real employee experiences, ensuring authentic wellbeing and sustainable performance.

💬 In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why expressing emotions is vital for mental health

- How inclusion directly enhances performance and connection

- The role of “flow” in achieving creativity and focus

- The hidden dangers of masking emotions

- What authentic wellbeing looks like beyond company slogans

- How managers can build psychological safety and trust

- Why purpose and values are essential for long-term fulfillment

🎧 Chapters:

00:00 🎙️ Intro

01:27 💭 Exploring Emotions and Well-Being

03:20 👨‍🦱 The Importance of Emotional Expression for Men

05:23 🤝 Inclusion and Mental Health in the Workplace

08:11 ⚡ Achieving Flow: Tips for Enhanced Performance

09:58 🌊 Navigating Work Challenges and Finding Flow

15:20 🔥 Recognizing Burnout: Signs and Symptoms

20:50 🌟 Purpose and Values: Guiding Stars for Mental Health

23:40 🧭 Tom's Journey: Discovering Personal Purpose

28:59 🛡️ Creating Psychological Safety in Teams

34:57 🎯 Setting Intentions for Team Success

36:49 💬 Connecting with Employees on a Personal Level

40:34 ⚖️ Balancing Positivity and Authenticity

44:18 ☣️ The Dangers of Toxic Positivity

47:01 🩺 Preventative Measures for Mental Health in the Workplace

50:04 🌿 Greenwashing vs. Wellwashing: A New Perspective

53:03 🏢 The Role of Organizations in Mental Health

59:56 🔮 The Future of Workplace Structures

01:03:50 ❓ Understanding Mental Health Misconceptions

01:06:07 💪 Essential Skills for Mental Resilience

01:12:00 🏡 Remote Work: Pros and Cons

01:19:47 🤗 The Importance of Community in Work

01:21:05 🕊️ Final Thoughts on Mental Health Responsibility

✨ Takeaways:

- Expressing emotions is key to thriving at work.

- Inclusion and belonging enhance team performance.

- Flow boosts creativity and engagement.

- Masking emotions increases burnout risk. Real wellbeing requires authenticity, not marketing.

- Psychological safety builds stronger teams.

- Leaders must address systemic mental health challenges.

- Community and connection foster resilience.

- Purpose and values drive fulfillment.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Tom Oxley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-oxley-bamboomentalhealth/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

In this episode, Dr. Stefanie Puckett dives deep into agile leadership and the art of balancing autonomy with direction. Discover how modern leaders can empower teams, foster transparency, and create a culture that thrives on adaptability and collaboration.

Dr. Puckett, an author, executive coach and expert in organisational psychology, shares practical insights on:

-- Aligning leadership intentions with impactful outcomes

-- Navigating agility misconceptions and implementing true flexibility

-- Creating self-organizing teams that innovate and perform

-- Balancing autonomy and strategic guidance for optimal results

-- Enhancing team dynamics, collaboration, and stress management

-- Leveraging vision and purpose to inspire creativity and alignment

Whether you’re a seasoned leader or an aspiring manager, this episode will give you actionable strategies to build resilient, agile teams and foster a culture of trust, clarity, and intention.

Key Takeaways:

✅ Clear intentions drive effective leadership

✅ Agility is more than being reactive — it’s about adaptability and foresight

✅ Transparency strengthens team collaboration

✅ Empowering teams fuels innovation and engagement

✅ Purpose and vision create alignment across the organization

Chapters:

00:00 ⏯️ Introduction

02:17 🎯 Starting with Clear Intentions

08:00 📚 About Agile Leadership & Stefanie’s Books

08:40 📚 The Agile Culture Code (Book)

10:45 🚀 Transformational Goals for Leaders

16:33 🔄 Understanding Agility and Its Misconceptions

21:21 🧩 New Work vs. Agility: Defining the Concepts

28:30 🌿 The Importance of Agility in Organizations

29:03 🤖 Self-Steering

34:30 ⚖️ Balancing Autonomy and Direction in Leadership

37:00 👥 Navigating Team Dynamics & Individual Responsibilities

44:35 💫 Understanding Personal Purpose & Organizational Alignment

52:50 🌈 Vision 👁️

01:00:21 🪜 The Importance of Small Steps Toward Big Goals

01:02:29 📜 Transformational Story

01:07:23 🧠 Navigating Cognitive Biases & Blind Spots

01:12:13 🧘🏻‍♀️ Strategies for Reducing Work-Related Stress

01:16:11 🤝 The Power of Collaboration & Seeking Help

🔔 Subscribe for more insights on leadership, agility, and building thriving teams!

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Dr. Stefanie (Goetz) Puckett: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-stefanie-puckett-psychology-for-leaders-teams-and-hr/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk

Take a look at her books: https://www.amazon.de/stores/author/B07BMZ4VLL/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=6e53d5ae-46d2-41a2-8203-87a8db961afb&ref_=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

💬 Share your thoughts in the comments: How do you practice agile leadership in your team?

What happens when life invites you to start over — in a new country, career, or mindset?

In this insightful episode of the CORE Impact Podcast, we dive into a transformative conversation with Kateryna Lyplyava, a global coach and leadership expert, exploring the intersection of cultural transitions, mindfulness, and the evolving world of work. 🌍

From navigating career shifts and adapting across cultures to embracing the rise of AI and emotional intelligence, this episode unpacks how we can remain deeply human in a rapidly changing environment. Kate shares her experiences living across continents, guiding leaders and CEOs, and finding purpose through self-awareness, empathy, and continuous growth.

💬 Together, we discuss how to:

👉 Push beyond comfort zones and embrace personal evolution 🚀

👉 Stay grounded with mindfulness during transitions 🧘‍♀️

👉 Build meaningful networks and cross-cultural understanding 🤝

👉 Balance mental health and workplace goals 🧠

👉 Integrate emotional intelligence in an AI-driven world 🤖

👉 Reconnect with purpose, passion, and your true direction ❤️

Whether you’re considering a career change, navigating cultural transitions, or seeking balance between technology and humanity, this episode offers actionable insights to help you adapt, thrive, and find the answers within.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Intro 🤝

01:38 Embracing Growth Beyond Comfort Zones 🚀

02:40 Cultural Adaptation and Personal Growth 🌏

07:15 Navigating Cultural Misunderstandings 🌐

11:33 Deciding on Career Transitions 🔄

15:51 Smooth Transitions: Practical Steps 🧭

23:39 The Role of Mindfulness in Career Changes 🧘‍♀️

31:21 Finding Your Ikigai: Passion, Need, and Ability ❤️

36:48 Reconnecting with Lost Dreams ✨

38:23 The Role of Coaches and Therapists 🤝

45:30 Understanding Blind Spots in Leadership 👁️

49:54 The Systemic View of Mental Health at Work 🧩

51:05 Balancing Mental Health and Workplace Goals ⚖️

52:31 The Impact of AI on Workplace Dynamics 🤖

54:14 The Impact of AI on Human Interaction 💬

56:45 Emotional Hygiene and Balance 🧠

1:00:01 Integrating Science and Spirituality 🔬🌙

1:02:16 Finding Answers Within 🔍

🧠 Key Takeaways

👉 Mindfulness strengthens clarity during career changes.

👉 Networks empower both personal and professional growth.

👉 Emotional intelligence is vital in a tech-driven world.

👉 Everyone plays a role in mental well-being.

👉 Balance and self-awareness fuel sustainable success.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Kateryna Lyplyava: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kateryna-lyplyava/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk 🌍

Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface. It starts at the CORE.

Do you ever feel like you’re doing everything right 📈 — hitting goals, checking boxes ✅ — yet something still feels off inside? Maybe it’s perfectionism sneaking in 😣, or the constant pressure to perform without pause.

In this transformative episode of the CORE Impact Podcast 🎙️, I sit down with Brian Gerard Bachand 🌟 to explore the next stage of Leadership Evolution 🧭 — one grounded in simplicity 🌿, presence 🌸, and intuition 🔮.

Brian shares his personal journey from traditional success metrics 📊 to intuitive, heart-centered leadership ❤️. We talk about how breath-work 🌬️ can instantly shift your energy, why joy 😊 is a leadership advantage, and how presence 🪷 — not perfection — defines true impact.

This episode is for you if you’re ready to slow down ⏳, breathe deeply 🫁, and evolve beyond the old model of success.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

👉 How breathwork 🌬️ reconnects you to clarity and calm.

👉 Why perfectionism 😵‍💫 blocks creativity and flow.

👉 The shift from external metrics 📊 to internal intuition 🔮.

👉 How joy 😊 and gratitude 🙏 transform leadership energy.

👉 Why simplicity 🌿 and presence 🪷 amplify authentic influence.

👉 Practical ways to embrace cultural sensitivity while focusing on our human oneness 🌏 in leadership.

👉 How to trust your inner guidance 🧘‍♂️ when navigating change.

👉 Why evolution in leadership is about returning to being human ❤️.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction 🌟

01:12 – Breath-work & Leadership Connection 🌬️

05:46 – From Metrics to Intuition 🔮

09:28 – Joy with Profit 😊

15:58 – Simplicity and Presence as a Leadership Power 🌿

18:35 – Gratitude and Emotional Awareness 🙏

23:31 – Cultural Differences & Human Connection 🌏

29:12 – Authentic Presence in Decision-Making 🧘‍♂️

33:23 – About Deeper Human Evolution 🕊️

35:50 – Understanding Intuition: "Real vs. Fake"? ❤️

40:09 – Embracing Evolution for Growth 🌿

42:24 – Proactive Career Changes: Steps to Take 🚀

47:25 – Career Shift: 3 Top Tips

56:19 – Blind Spots in Leadership: Perfectionism and Personalities 🕳️

1:00:46 – Overcoming Perfectionism 💪

1:06:25 – The Human Element in Leadership 🤝

1:07:00 – Preparing Ourselves for the Future of Work 🔮

1:11:59 – Connecting with Oneself: 3 Top Tips 🧘‍♂️

1:16:59 – Final Reflections: Lead with Intuition ✨

💬 What does evolution in leadership mean to you?

Share your reflections in the comments 🗣️ — and remember to like 👍, subscribe 🔔, and share 🔁 this episode if it inspired you!

Key Takeaways:

🌬️ Breathwork grounds your energy and restores focus.

🌿 Simplicity creates space for authentic leadership.

🔥 Perfectionism drains joy and connection.

💡 Intuition is the next frontier of leadership.

❤️ Presence is the foundation of true influence.

🧘‍♀️ Self-reflection strengthens awareness and empathy.

🌍 Cultural sensitivity builds meaningful connection.

✨ Joy isn’t a luxury — it’s a leadership strategy.

📲 Connect with us on LinkedIn:

Brian Bachand: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briangbachand/

Omar Al Mamlouk: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omar-al-mamlouk/

🌍 Follow the CORE Impact Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms – where each week I speak with change-makers about mental well-being, conscious communication, inclusive leadership, and the future of work.

Because transformation doesn’t start at the surface.

It starts at the CORE.