Скачать или смотреть Why Joy is a Leadership Strategy with Catrina Ballard | Ep 41 Polished Podcast

In this heartfelt and inspiring finale of The Polished Podcast, host Jane Doerman sits down with Catrina Ballard, founder and owner of Happy Teams, to explore how joy can be a transformative leadership strategy. Wrapping up the Leading Joyfully series, this conversation dives into Catrina’s journey of building Happy Teams—a business consulting firm rooted in creating thriving workplace cultures—and her belief that joy is not just a feeling, but a practice of intentional leadership.

Catrina shares her winding road to success, from her background in psychology and counseling to the challenges of entrepreneurship during a pandemic. Through personal anecdotes and practical insights, she highlights how joy shapes team dynamics, fosters trust, and creates workplaces where individuals can truly thrive.

This episode also marks a pivotal moment for the Polished Podcast. As we transition to 4word, we invite you to continue the journey with us on the Work Love Pray Podcast, where we’ll keep amplifying stories of women who are leading with faith and purpose.

Don’t miss this reflective and uplifting conversation that will leave you inspired to embrace joy as a cornerstone of leadership—just in time for Christmas. Join us as we celebrate this season of joy and look ahead to a new chapter with 4word.

Key Takeaways:

Joy is more than holiday cheer—it’s a leadership strategy that can transform workplace culture.

Building joy starts with creating trust, valuing team members, and fostering meaningful connections.

Catrina’s journey reminds us that joy is a choice we cultivate, even in challenging seasons.

Tune in to this final episode of The Polished Podcast and stay connected with us on the Work Love Pray Podcast in 2025. Until then, keep leading boldly, joyfully, and faithfully!

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Connect with Catrina:

Website: http://www.happyteams.net
Instagram:   / happy.teams  
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/catrinadballard


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