Podcast: R.O.G. Return on Generosity

A half hour interview show featuring innovative leaders who cultivate a culture of giving, belonging and thriving together. In each episode, we’ll explore how generosity at work impacts the bottom line and address cultural dynamics, team behavior and peer relationships.

229. Breaking Barriers in the World of Journalism with May Lee

“Find joy every day.”   Episode summary | Susan Jin Davis and May Lee explore the themes of generosity, identity, and resilience shaped by their immigrant experiences. They discuss the challenges of growing up as children of immigrants, the impact of cultural concepts like Han, and the transformative power of loss. May shares her journey…

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228. Bridging the Gap for Rural Veterans with Michelle Lang

“I want to make it less hard for veterans.” “We are stronger together.” “Just show up, ask questions.”   Episode summary | Shannon Cassidy speaks with Michelle Lang, the Executive Director of Operation Honor Rural Salute. Michelle shares her personal journey as an Army wife and the challenges faced by veterans transitioning to civilian life….

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227. You Have a Choice | Take Your Ego Out of It with Charisse Fontes

“A lot of the things I work on are not HARD problems, they’re HEART problems.” “If you name it, you can tame it.” “It is in our Unity that we can elevate our Humanity.” ___________________________________________________ This episode contains discussions of rape and sexual assault, which may be disturbing or triggering for some listeners. We encourage…

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226. Empowering Women | The Tao of Self-Confidence with Sheena Yap Chan

“The biggest thing that holds women back is low self-esteem” “We’re imperfect and it’s totally okay.” “Women can do so many amazing things.”   Episode summary | Sheena Yap Chan, a Wall Street Journal bestselling author and renowned podcaster, shares her journey of overcoming cultural barriers and personal trauma to empower women, particularly Asian women,…

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225. From Struggle to Strength | A Green Beret’s Recovery with Scott Mann

“Storytelling heals the brain.” “No struggle, no story.” “Life happens in moments.”   Episode summary | In this episode of Return on Generosity, host Shannon Cassidy speaks with Scott Mann, a former Green Beret and founder of Rooftop Leadership. They discuss the importance of generosity in leadership, the power of storytelling, and how to build…

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224. Silencing Your Inner Critic | A Pathway to Self-Acceptance with Dr. Laura Gallaher

“Choose to be okay with who you are.” “Self-acceptance is not the opposite of self-improvement; it is the opposite of self-judgment.” “It’s about being more at peace with the imperfection that exists in all of us.” “You are never responding to the world around you, ever – you are only ever responding to the meaning…

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223. Dr. Kristopher Brown – Empowered Leadership

“I want to be what I needed.” “Culture drives everything.” “Generosity and empathy go a long way.” “Never abandon who you are.” “Everybody comes to the table dealing with something.”   Episode summary | Dr. Kristopher Brown shares his journey in education, highlighting his commitment to creating a positive school environment. He discusses the importance…

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222. Lyn Wineman – Be The Leader You Would Follow

“Clarity is key.” “Be the leader you would want to follow.”   Episode summary | In this engaging conversation, Shannon Cassidy interviews Lyn Wineman, founder of KidGlov, an advertising agency dedicated to helping changemakers amplify their impact. Lyn shares her journey from a small town in Nebraska to becoming a leader in purpose-driven marketing. The…

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221. Justin Jones-Fosu – Respectfully Disagree

“We need to challenge our perspective.” “We need to agree to respect.“ “Turn confrontation into a conversation.” “There’s humanity on different sides of conversations.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Justin Jones-Fosu 01:18 Justin’s Upbringing and Early Influences 03:25 Lessons from a Challenging Childhood 05:32 Confronting Absence: A Journey to Understanding 09:12 The Power of Listening and…

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220. Tessa White – The Job Doctor

“Feedback is a gift.” “You do what is best for your career, not what’s comfortable for other people.“ “We trust the people who tell us the truth.” “I really subscribe to the idea that you should do something once a year that scares the crap out of you.” Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Tessa White and…

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