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Working in healthcare, government or not for profit, are already challenging enough. Leading teams in these environments can be even tougher. Being a more human centred leader, who has bold ideas and impact, is the answer! And by also being authentically you, and being true to your “joy” and values, you add the greatest value to your team and organization.

  • Barb Wasilewski, CEO – Spirenza Consulting

    I’m excited to be able to walk alongside new and emerging leaders out there, who want to practice and become, more human centred, authentic leaders who take bold ideas and turn it into positive results. By using the various wrap around services inside The Heart of Leadership Experience, we’re embarking on a movement that can’t be stopped and one that is needed more than ever in healthcare, government and not for profit organizations.

    - Barb Wasilewski, CEO – Spirenza Consulting

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Saturday SHiNE Now Moment – The Power of Curiosity: How to Create a Safe Space for Ideas and Innovation

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment – The Power of Curiosity: How to Create a Safe Space for Ideas and Innovation

The Power of Curiosity: How to Create a Safe Space for Ideas and Innovation “When was the last time you or your team were firing on all cylinders, sharing ideas freely and collaborating effortlessly? Those ‘good vibes’ didn’t happen by chance.” Think back to a time when you or your team was at its most productive. Whether you’re leading a team or preparing for your future leadership role, chances are, there were plenty of “good vibes”—that unspoken feeling that things were just clicking. It…

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment –  Turning Tough Feedback into a Gift: A New Approach to Leadership Conversations

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment – Turning Tough Feedback into a Gift: A New Approach to Leadership Conversations

Turning Tough Feedback into a Gift: A New Approach to Leadership Conversations We’ve all been there—whether we’re giving feedback that we know someone won’t like or receiving feedback that’s hard to hear. These conversations can make or break trust. If we handle them well, they’re productive. If not, they can do the opposite. But what if we changed the way we thought about feedback? What if, instead of seeing it as an uncomfortable exchange, we viewed it as an opportunity to give and receive…

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment –  5 Steps to Create Psychological Safety

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment – 5 Steps to Create Psychological Safety

5 Steps to Create a Psychologically Safe Workplace What if the key to your team’s success isn’t about perfecting skills but about creating an environment where people feel safe to be themselves? Psychological safety isn’t just a trendy leadership buzzword—it’s the foundation of trust, creativity, and team success. What is a psychologically safe workplace? According to the Canadian Standards Association, it’s a workplace that promotes employees’ psychological well-being and actively works to…

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment –  Kindness vs. Being Nice: 5 Practical Tips for Authentic Leadership

Saturday SHiNE Now Moment – Kindness vs. Being Nice: 5 Practical Tips for Authentic Leadership

Kindness vs. Being Nice: 5 Practical Tips for Authentic Leadership In the workplace, many people confuse being nice with being kind, but these two behaviors have vastly different impacts on leadership and team dynamics. While being nice is about avoiding conflict and pleasing others, kindness is rooted in authenticity, care, and courage—even when it’s uncomfortable. Why the Difference Matters Nice leaders often prioritize short-term harmony over long-term solutions. They avoid tough…