S1 Ep181: Resilience in Leadership: A Strategic Approach from a Woman's Perspective

Resilience in Leadership: A Strategic Approach with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier

In this episode of the We Are Women podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier (Dr. Pell-tee-ay), or simply "MH"—a name that fittingly aligns with her expertise in mental health and resilience. With a unique blend of business acumen and psychology, MH has dedicated over 20 years to helping professionals, leaders, and teams optimize their performance and mental well-being. As a leadership psychologist, executive coach, and author, she bridges the gap between psychological research and practical workplace strategies.

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. MH is also a respected instructor at the University of British Columbia’s Sauder School of Business Executive Education and an active member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council.

In This Episode, We Discuss:

• Resilience and Strategy: Many women in business believe they are naturally resilient and therefore do not actively invest in strengthening it. But resilience is not something you can simply will into existence—it requires a strategic approach.
• Common Misconceptions About Resilience: What are the cognitive errors women make that hinder their ability to optimize work performance and mental health? We break down some of the myths and misunderstandings surrounding resilience.
• The Power of Influence Over Control: While we cannot control every aspect of our professional and personal lives, we can influence our circumstances. Understanding the difference between control and influence is key to managing stress and expectations.
• Developing a Resilience Plan: A one-size-fits-all approach doesn’t work when it comes to resilience. MH explains why a personalized resilience strategy is essential and how to create one.
• Protecting Your Time: With endless demands on our schedules, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. MH shares practical strategies to list and assess demands, prioritize effectively, and create a more sustainable work-life balance.

Key Takeaways:

1. You cannot will yourself to be resilient. Resilience requires intention, strategy, and practice.
2. One-size-fits-all approaches do not work. Each individual needs a customized resilience plan tailored to their circumstances and goals.
3. Strategic resilience is an investment. By proactively building resilience, you can enhance both your work performance and mental well-being.

If you're ready to take control of your resilience and develop a strategy that works for you, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss.

Connect with Dr. Marie-Helene Pelletier:

📌 LinkedIn: Dr. MH Pelletier 📌 Instagram: @drmhpelletier 📌 YouTube: Dr. MH Pelletier 📧 Email: [e-mail]

Listen now and start building your resilience plan today!

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