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.
What is the return on generous leadership and a generous culture? Host Shannon Cassidy speaks with innovative leaders who share real-life examples of the dividend of investing in others.
In each episode, we explore how generosity at work impacts the bottom line and address topics like cultural dynamics, team behavior and peer relationships. How do the givers give at work? What mindset enables them to think of others? Our mission is to be a catalyst for a work environment that emphasizes psychological safety, “one-team” mentality and strengths deployment. How can you become an organization where individuals matter, teams collaborate, and strengths are volunteered? We’ll hear from leaders who believe in creating a culture of giving. We’ll learn their “why” and get key takeaways that spark new practices and outlook on generous leadership. Join the conversation on R.O.G. Return on Generosity with Shannon Cassidy, CEO and Founder of bridge between, inc.
July 15, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 30:32Comments Off on From the Vault #1. The Magic of Harry Potter
“The only thing we have in common is the fact that he’s magical and I’m creating magic in these schools moving kids forward.” “I believe most people have compassion...
July 8, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 41:41Comments Off on 240. Roots of Generosity: What Our Kids Teach Us (Part 2)
“Action over words.” “Where you can show up, show up.” “It doesn’t cost anything to be nice.” “The physical embodiment of love is being present.” Episode summary |...
July 1, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 42:48Comments Off on 239. Roots of Generosity: How Fatherhood Shapes the Way We Give (Part 1)
“Look past people’s faults and find their needs.” “I knew I couldn’t teach a kid until that kid knew I cared about them or until I made a connection...
June 24, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 29:38Comments Off on Reclaiming Joy: Living Fully After Hardship with Linda Shively
“Happiness is often around an external event or external situation where joy is internal.” “You can’t pour from an empty soul.” “You can choose how to show up.” ...
June 17, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 43:52Comments Off on From NFL to Non-Profit: Tackling Rare Diseases with Brett Brackett
“[Rare Diseases Research] deserves to be celebrated the same way that we celebrate athletes and sports in this country.” “Giving is the greatest form of getting.” “You always have...
June 10, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 45:43Comments Off on 236. Igniting Innovation: Inclusion and Generosity in the Patent World with Yvette Thornton
“Everybody has value to give.” “It’s not a game breaker, it’s a game changer.” “How are you doing that differently? How are you going to stand out from the...
June 3, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 56:36Comments Off on 235. The Art of “Relationshipping” with Lani Nelson-Zlupko
“Relationship is a noun, but ‘relationshipping’ is a verb and it takes a lot of agency and some skill.” “You have to know what you want.” “Pause is power.” Episode...
May 27, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 33:00Comments Off on 234. Overcoming Adversity: The Rise of a Fitness Icon | Sydney Cummings Houdyshell (Part 2)
“I’m so grateful to be alive.” “You have a life, let’s freaking go!” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon...
May 20, 2025qodpod
R.O.G. Return on Generosity 36:06Comments Off on 233. Overcoming Adversity: The Rise of a Fitness Icon | Sydney Cummings Houdyshell
“It’s important to think bigger than what you know is possible” Episode summary | In this episode of the ROG Return on Generosity podcast, host Shannon Cassidy interviews...