Self-care, Your New Leadership Edge
What if the key to high performance isn’t pushing harder—but pausing deeper?
In today’s leadership landscape, success isn’t just about strategy or speed. It’s about sustainability. In this episode of Livin’ the Rhythm, I sit down with Jess Davis, VP of News Automation & AI at Gannett, who’s redefining what it means to lead in a high-stakes, high-tech world—without losing yourself in the process.
Jess’s story is powerful. After surviving life-threatening health challenges, she learned firsthand that self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s leadership. Through her journey, she discovered that slowing down, tuning in, and honoring her rhythm actually fueled greater clarity, creativity, confidence, and success (personally & professionally).
Together, we unpack how authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and alignment create the foundation for resilience and purposeful living.
Because when you operate from alignment—not exhaustion—you lead with impact, influence, and personal power.
Key Takeaways
✨ If this episode resonated, share it with a leader who needs a reminder to slow down and tune in.
In today’s leadership landscape, success isn’t just about strategy or speed. It’s about sustainability. In this episode of Livin’ the Rhythm, I sit down with Jess Davis, VP of News Automation & AI at Gannett, who’s redefining what it means to lead in a high-stakes, high-tech world—without losing yourself in the process.
Jess’s story is powerful. After surviving life-threatening health challenges, she learned firsthand that self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s leadership. Through her journey, she discovered that slowing down, tuning in, and honoring her rhythm actually fueled greater clarity, creativity, confidence, and success (personally & professionally).
Together, we unpack how authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and alignment create the foundation for resilience and purposeful living.
Because when you operate from alignment—not exhaustion—you lead with impact, influence, and personal power.
Key Takeaways
- Self-care is a leadership skill, not a luxury. Your energy sets the tone for your team.
- Slow down to speed up. Clarity and better decision-making come from creating space to breathe.
- Authentic leadership starts with self-awareness. You can’t model what you don’t live.
- AI isn’t replacing you. It’s expanding your capacity when used as a strategic thinking partner.
- Resilience grows through rhythm. Your life, leadership, and well-being are deeply connected.
✨ If this episode resonated, share it with a leader who needs a reminder to slow down and tune in.
