Business is Human

“We don’t want to put all of our safety eggs in one basket called work.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession traces how workplace expectations ballooned from pay and safety to culture fit, values alignment, and even mental health, blurring identity and fueling burnout. She recounts the historical moments that nudged business into roles it was never designed to carry and explains why offloadin...

“Develop your capacity to navigate the uncertainty, the unplanned, because the uncertainty and the unplanned is going to happen whether you like it or not.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores the pitfalls of overplanning and the illusion of control that keeps us in a constant state of stress. She shares her personal journey from being a chronic overplanner to embracing adaptability,...

“Fear might look like control, but it’s actually a counterfeit that limits creativity, burns people out, and keeps us small.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession exposes how fear shows up in today’s workplace and why it’s sabotaging both people and performance. Rebecca explains why the antidote to fear isn’t waiting for organizations to change, but cultivating self-respect. She shares fiv...

“Beliefs run our lives. Every habit, reaction, and emotion is rooted in what we believe—and if those beliefs don’t change, our behaviors won’t either.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks why organizational change and personal growth so often fail: we focus on new processes or goals without addressing the beliefs driving current behavior. She shares stories from her coaching practice,...

“Working harder might look like success, but it’s actually a counterfeit that drains our energy and disconnects us from what matters most.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession challenges the belief that more effort always equals better results. She explores how overactivation of our nervous systems, caused by lack of rest and the pressure to always do more, leads to missed connections, last-m...

“Honor builds trust and safety, not through flattery, but through real recognition.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession introduces the Humanity Quadrant, a leadership tool that challenges traditional business mindsets. The model separates performance from personal worth, promoting honor over shame. Rebecca explains how business language often undermines humanity and how embracing honor, value, a...

"In a world where competition drives performance, what happens when it drives us apart?"

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how competition—both external and internal—can wreak havoc on our nervous systems, causing stress, disconnection, and burnout at work. Through a fascinating breakdown of neuroscience, Rebecca explores how hyper-competitive environments create unhealthy dynam...

“The stress of uncertainty is often worse than making the tough call and moving forward.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares the story of a coaching client whose promotion quickly turned into an intricate web of team challenges, tough decisions, and personal stress, transforming what should have been a celebration into a tangled mess.

Drawing from real coaching conversations and gr...

“What would it look like if you switched from fear to love?”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares how the core motivations behind our actions—love or fear—shape everything from addiction recovery to feedback at work. Through the anonymous story of a client’s transformative self-observation, Rebecca reveals how fear-based behaviors often masquerade as responsibility, control, or high perform...

“The nervous system needs space between stressors.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores 10 common business practices that undermine nervous system safety, sabotaging performance, connection, and well-being at work. These issues arise not from malicious intent but from outdated norms that have gone unchallenged. Through neuroscience, faith, and lived experience, Rebecca reveals ho...

“Reflection is one of the bravest things that you can do.”

In this midyear episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession leads listeners through a 10-question reflection to reset the nervous system, clarify vision, and strengthen leadership. Combining neuroscience, business, and spiritual wisdom, Rebecca emphasizes how regulation and safety are crucial for growth, and how quieting the noise helps us discov...

“Great leadership isn’t about being right, it’s about being open and helpful.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses how belief, trust, and data interact to shape our leadership and why the order in which we use them matters. She explains how belief lives in the thinking brain, trust is felt through the body’s nervous system, and data, while helpful, is incomplete without human connectio...

“Control feels like safety, but it will never deliver the peace that you’re craving.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about how our pursuit of control often leads to exhaustion, frustration, and a constant battle within our nervous system. While control feels like safety, it ultimately keeps us stuck and anxious. She explains why we have this addiction to control and how true safety...

“What if clear and concise communication isn’t just about saying less, but saying more effectively?”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession talks about how men and women communicate differently in business and how this dynamic can cause challenges in leadership and decision-making. Instead of striving for perfection in communication, Rebecca encourages us to focus on clarity and context, two...

“When you protect your team from the storm, you create space for focus, trust, and innovation.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession discusses what it really means to “hold up the umbrella” as a leader. It’s more than just shielding your team from distractions, it’s a principle rooted in neuroscience, real-world leadership, and emotional awareness. Rebecca reflects on the importance of psy...

“Changing jobs or zip codes won’t fix a soul-level misalignment.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession shares a heartfelt and energized reflection on how true transformation doesn’t come from external changes, but from doing the inner work of aligning with your authentic identity. From prayerful moments on her patio to spontaneous blessings and first-class upgrades, Rebecca’s recent experi...

"What if failure isn’t a flaw, but a feature of our human learning system?"

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession explores how shame and performance-driven identities can distort our future and block authentic growth. Instead of striving for perfection, Rebecca invites us to see failure as a sacred curriculum, the very path to wisdom, resilience, and purpose.

Drawing from both neuroscience a...

“When we ignore our personal, emotional, and social needs, we end up striving instead of thriving.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how the modern obsession with control, metrics, and optimization can disconnect us from what really fuels growth—our authentic human needs. Drawing from neuroscience, scripture, and her coaching experience, Rebecca reveals how striving leads t...

“Data gives us clarity, but without vision, it can also lead us straight into confusion, fear, and burnout.”

In this episode of Business is Human, Rebecca Fleetwood Hession unpacks how the modern workplace obsession with data can quietly disconnect us from purpose, progress, and people. Drawing from neuroscience, scripture, and her years as a coach and consultant, Rebecca explains how a relentless focus on analytics...