KL173: The Resilience Plan

Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier

Keynote Speaker | Leadership Psychologist & Executive Coach | Author of The Resilience Plan | TEDx Speaker

Episode Summary

In this episode of Keep Leading!® Live, host Eddie Turner engages with Dr. Marie-Ellen Peltier, a mental health expert, to discuss the critical importance of resilience in leadership. They explore the concept of resilience, its strategic implications, and how mental health exists on a continuum. Dr. Peltier shares insights from her book, 'The Resilience Plan,' emphasizing the need for leaders to recognize signs of mental health decline and to adopt practical strategies for building resilience. The conversation also highlights the role of organizational culture in supporting mental health and the importance of open communication within teams.

Takeaways

• Resilience is about strategic performance without burnout.

• Understanding supply and demand in personal energy is vital.

• Anything is better than nothing when it comes to self-care.

Bio

Throughout her career in management and psychology, Dr. Pelletier has spearheaded the dialogue on the crucial issues of leadership resilience and work performance. Drawing on her extensive background in corporate, insurance, and governance, she brings an international perspective and unique expertise on leadership. She has over 20 years of experience as a leadership psychologist, executive coach, and senior leader. Marie-Helene is a Member of the Global Clinical Practice Network of the World Health Organization, and past Director on the boards of the Canadian Psychological Association and the International Association of Applied Psychology. She has presented and authored and co-authored a number of industry and academic publications and has won numerous academic and industry awards. Dr. Pelletier is a highly rated instructor at the University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business, Executive Education and a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, an opt-in research community of business professionals. Her award-winning book, The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Your Work Performance and Mental Health, was named a “Top 5 Book to Read” by Inc. Magazine and Forbes.

Website

https://www.drmarie-helene.com

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmhpelletier/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/drmhpelletier/

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Resilience in Leadership

02:52 Understanding Mental Health and Resilience

05:46 The Importance of a Strategic Approach

08:43 The Continuum of Mental Health

11:52 Recognizing Signs of Mental Health Decline

14:58 The Rubber Band Analogy for Resilience

17:59 Practical Steps to Build Resilience

20:53 The Role of Organizational Culture

23:39 Creating a Supportive Team Environment

26:54 Final Thoughts on Resilience and Leadership

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