In this powerful conversation, Steve Goodner, founder of EQ Fit, interviews culture strategist and award-winning author Yvette Bethel to explore what truly drives meaningful, lasting organizational transformation.

From unseen systems of corruption to the vital role of Interconnectivity, Flow, and Balance (systems within cultures), Yvette unpacks how leaders can move beyond surface-level change to create cultures that are ethical, adaptive, and future-ready.

Topics include:

• Subtle signs of dysfunction leaders often miss
• Why trust is more than a buzzword — it's a system
• How to engage your whole organization in real cultural change
• What every future-ready culture must be built on

Whether you're a leader facing hidden resistance or just beginning your transformation journey, this episode offers the insight and tools you need to lead with purpose.

Listen now — and rethink what culture really means to you!

Want to go deeper? Explore related themes and leadership development tools at the IFB Academy — where future-forward leaders grow. Learn more about Steve at https://www.eqfit.org/

Future of Leadership Series: "Power as an Organizational Ecosystem Variable"

What happens when we rethink power—not as a top-down force—but as an organic variable shaping every layer of our organizational ecosystems? In this thought-provoking episode of the Future of Leadership series on the EVOLVE Podcast, we explore how power can be redefined to create more adaptive, equitable, and resilient organizations.

Join Yvette Bethel (Researcher, award winning author and thought leader) and Edwin Clamp (adjunct professor) for a bold conversation that dives deep into:

• Power dynamics in living systems

• Leadership shifts in decentralized org structures

• How trust diffuses centralized power structures

• Real-world insights for leaders navigating toxic political cultures

This episode is for you if you are ready to challenge outdated paradigms and reimagine what leadership could look and feel like in the future of work.

Listen in now:

Want to go deeper? Explore related themes and leadership development tools at the IFB Academy — where future-forward leaders grow.

Discover the extraordinary journey of Cynthia Gormezano, a New York-based entrepreneur and three-time cancer survivor who defied the odds—not just by surviving, but by thriving. While battling cancer then undergoing life-saving lung transplants, Cynthia continued to grow and expand her business with unwavering determination.

Unshakeable is more than a podcast episode—it's a powerful testament to resilience, grit, and the unstoppable spirit of a woman who refused to give up.

Listen now and be inspired by what’s possible when strength meets purpose.

To learn more about Ecosystem Leadership you can explore the courses and certifications available at the IFB Academy, an online learning academy where leaders can explore deeply effective, innovative approaches to leadership through trust building and systems thinking. All the courses are based on Yvette's internationally recognized thought leadership research.

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