The Joyful Leader
Are you giving less than your all at work, calling in sick more often, or dreading going to your job? Are you living an unfulfilling life designed by others? In today’s fast-paced corporate world, it’s essential to reclaim control of your career and transform personal challenges into opportunities. In this transformative guide to reclaiming your energy and purpose, you’ll discover a path beyond workplace stress and burnout. Escaping burnout doesn’t always mean leaving your job—it’s about cultivating resilience from within.
Drawing parallels to managing toxic relationships, Nicole Van Valen advocates for a strategy rooted in self-discovery and personal empowerment. Through stories and practical advice, you’ll learn to identify stressors, nurture joy, and influence your environment to support better mental health and increase productivity. “The Joyful Leader” introduces a unique and powerful three-stage model for building resilience and finding joy, both personally and professionally: Ready, Set, Go. In the Ready stage, you’ll discover yourself by deepening your self-awareness, uncovering your stress triggers, and exploring what brings you peace. In the Set stage, you’ll design your landscape by learning to navigate workplace dynamics more effectively and fostering a positive culture around you. Finally, in the Go stage, you’ll deliver on your goals by aligning them with proactive actions and taking charge of your destiny with renewed vigor. This holistic approach empowers you to design a resilient life, equipping you with the tools and support needed to tackle challenges with a growth mindset and sustained enthusiasm.
Whether you’re seeking to regain control of your career or transform personal challenges into opportunities, “The Joyful Leader” will inspire you to rediscover, redesign, and realign your life. It’s a call to embark on a journey of resilience where joy becomes a catalyst for thriving amid adversity. Discover your path to resilience today, and start living a life aligned with your true aspirations.
Nicole Van Valen, MS, LMFT, SHRM-SCP
About Nicole Van Valen, MS, LMFT, SHRM-SCP
Nicole Van Valen, M.S., L.M.F.T., SHRM-SCP, is a distinguished leader and speaker with over two decades of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, and entertainment. As Chief Executive Officer and Founder of Keane Insights, she drives growth and vibrant cultures in social service and healthcare organizations. Her transformative leadership focuses on enhancing resilience, belonging, and inclusion, making her a sought-after expert in her field.
With a unique background in dance, including roles with the Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders, University of Miami and Miami HEAT dance teams, Nicole inspires resilience in and out of the workplace.
She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy, and also studied Organizational Leadership specializing in Human Resources. Her commitment to inclusive leadership is highlighted by her Senior Certified Professional credentials from SHRM and expertise in Inclusive Workplace Culture, Coaching and Mentoring, and
Conflict Mediation.
Originally from the Bahamas and residing in South Florida, Nicole is a wife and mother of three, navigating complex challenges with grace. Her leadership style, rooted in empathy and effectiveness, shapes organizational cultures with love, joy, and spirit.
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