The JOY CEO
About
The Joy CEO is the podcast for high-achieving professionals who are done chasing titles and tired of playing by outdated leadership rules. Hosted by former corporate VP turned Executive Coach Lori Pine, this show is your invitation to redefine success—and lead with more clarity, confidence, and joy. Each week, you’ll hear bold, honest conversations with executives, trailblazers, and changemakers who are rising on their own terms. You’ll learn what it really takes to thrive at the top—from emotional intelligence and self-reflection to presence, purpose, and powerful leadership. If you're ready to grow your impact and your well-being, hit subscribe. Because joy isn’t just personal—it’s a leadership superpower. And your rise starts here.
Episodes
- Episode 50: Stop Overachieving, Start Being Seen
This episode discusses how visibility is an identity practice, not just a strategy. It explores the impact of childhood experiences on self-expression and introduces tools to help individuals own their narrative and become more visible lea…
- Episode 49 - How to Build Your Personal Brand Without Feeling Fake | PR & Visibility Strategy with Kate Haranis
Lori and Kate Haranis discuss building a personal brand and public relations. They explore intentional visibility and how to build a reputation that reflects true value without feeling inauthentic.
- Episode 48: The Leadership Test You Didn’t Plan For
This episode of The JOY CEO discusses unexpected leadership challenges, such as a website crash after a live training. The host shares insights on maintaining composure, troubleshooting, and learning from difficult situations
- Episode 47: ADHD, Brain Fog & Burnout: What High-Achieving Women Need to Know | Justine Clay
Justine Clay joins The JOY CEO to discuss ADHD, neurodiversity, creative leadership, and the mental load high-achieving women carry. The conversation explores the overlap of ADHD, overwhelm, burnout, and hormonal shifts, and how women can…
- Episode 46: When You Don’t Feel Like Yourself: The Power of Proximity and Two Priorities
This episode of The JOY CEO discusses feeling disconnected and the importance of proximity. It highlights how environments and personal connections can shape individual possibilities and the power of focusing on two key priorities to gain…
- The $18K Decision That Changed Everything
Summary: In this deeply personal solo episode, I’m sharing the story of a door I almost didn’t walk through—and how saying yes to myself changed everything. Back in 2021, after leaving my corporate career to be home with my family, I found…
- Episode 44: Anne Hoeger on Going from Engineer to Fractional CMO—Driving Growth & Leading Change
In this episode, Anne Hoeger discusses her transition from chemical engineering to fractional CMO, emphasizing that marketing is a form of change management. She shares strategies for leading teams through transformation, adopting AI, and…
- Episode 43: React, Respond, Ruminate: The Turnaround That Sets You Free
The host discusses the common "react, respond, ruminate" cycle experienced by high-achieving women. By sharing a personal story, she explains how choosing presence and service over self-criticism can help break the cycle and provide clarit…
- Episode 42: Get in the Room: The Most Underrated Career Move for Women Leaders
In this episode of The JOY CEO, the host discusses the importance of women leaders intentionally seeking seats in high-level decision-making rooms. The conversation explores overcoming the permission gap and the value of placing oneself in…
- Ep 41: Clutter Clearing, Feng Shui, and the Fastest Way to Shift Your Life with Anne Quinn
In this episode of The JOY CEO, Lori Pine and mentor Anne Quinn discuss how decluttering and feng shui can help shift one's life. They explore the connection between physical space and personal energy, emphasizing that clearing clutter sta…
- Episode 40: Permission to Be Unreasonable: Fire Horse Energy for Bold Women in 2026
In this solo episode, host Lori explores the concept of being labeled "unreasonable" and how high-capacity women can leverage this quality to embrace bold ambition. She discusses the significance of Fire Horse energy for 2026 and provides…
- Episode 39: The Hidden Cost of Financial Avoidance
The host discusses the emotional and practical costs of financial avoidance. Topics include personal experiences with hiring a financial coach, the importance of life insurance, and a practical guide to auditing personal finances, subscrip…
- Harnessing Fire Horse Energy Without Burning Out
Summary: In this solo episode, I’m diving into the powerful role joy plays in leadership and personal growth—and why it’s not a “nice-to-have,” but a non-negotiable if you want sustainable success. I introduce the concept of Fire Horse Ene…
- Episode 37: The Power of Two: Why Focus Beats Hustle
In this solo episode, the host discusses the benefits of focusing on only two priorities—one for business and one for personal life—instead of balancing a long list of goals. The episode incorporates concepts like the 12 Week Year framewor…
- Episode 36: Snake to Fire Horse: Taking Flight Into What’s Next (Part 3 of 3)
In this solo episode, the host uses the metaphor of flight to discuss preparing for personal and professional transitions. The episode explores themes of releasing outdated habits, finding clarity for future goals, and the importance of co…
- Snake to Fire Horse: The Transition Gap (Part 2 of 3)
In this solo episode, the host discusses the concept of the transition gap, a period of reassessment after leaving a significant professional role. The episode explores themes of identity, the importance of patience, and incorporating joy…
- Snake to Fire Horse: What Leaders Must Shed Before What’s Next (Part 1 of 3)
In this solo episode of The JOY CEO, the host explores the importance of year-end reflection and shedding outdated habits and roles before entering new chapters. Drawing on the symbolism of the Year of the Snake, the discussion focuses on…
- The Power of Second Chances in Leadership
Lori and Christine Conroy discuss the significance of leading with humanity, empathy, and purpose. They explore the open hiring model at Greyston Bakery, the importance of second chances in the workplace, and how leaders can maintain resil…
- How to Reflect, Reset, and Realign Before the New Year
This solo episode of The Joy CEO Podcast focuses on the liminal space between Christmas and New Year's as a potent time for reflection and realignment. Host Lori Pine shares wisdom on listening to inner knowing, using "not this" as a compa…
- Permission to Pause: A Christmas Eve Reflection for the Joy CEO
This Christmas Eve reflection from The Joy CEO offers an invitation to pause, breathe, and allow all feelings without judgment. It encourages releasing holiday expectations and finding joy and rest from within, offering self-compassion dur…
- Saying Yes Without Burning Out
This solo episode discusses the power of saying "yes" intentionally, differentiating it from people-pleasing. It encourages listeners to examine their default "no"s, embrace aligned opportunities for growth and fulfillment, and build susta…
- A Joyful Reset for the Holidays
This episode discusses how to approach the holidays with authenticity and intention, emphasizing that real joy comes from presence, connection, and emotional honesty, not from performing happiness or expensive gifts. It offers advice on pr…
- The Power of the Nudge: Acting Even When You’re Scared
In this solo episode, Lori discusses the concept of inner nudges and the fears that hold high achievers back, including fear of failure, judgment, and disappointment. She emphasizes that courage is moving despite fear and shares a four-ste…
- New Traditions, New Joy: Finding Joy and Gratitude Through the Holidays
This episode discusses navigating the holidays with joy, especially during times of change or emotional heaviness. It explores creating new traditions like Cousins Thanksgiving, the importance of grounding gratitude practices, and offering…
- Confidence Starts With Trust: Leadership Lessons I Learned the Hard Way
This episode of The Joy CEO Podcast focuses on trust as a foundation for leadership, relationships, and personal joy. The host shares practical lessons learned from her corporate and personal life on building, rebuilding, and maintaining t…
- Unlocking Corporate Anthropology and Blue Ocean Strategy with Dr. Andy Simon
Dr. Andy Simon joins Lori to discuss corporate anthropology, curiosity, and Blue Ocean Strategy. They explore how understanding human behavior and creating new market spaces can transform leadership and foster joyful, purpose-driven workpl…
- When the Worst Happens: Finding Joy on the Other Side of a Layoff
This episode of The JOY CEO features Lori discussing the experience of being laid off, rebuilding identity beyond a job title, and finding strength and joy during difficult professional transitions. Lori shares insights on why layoffs happ…
- Command The Room: Charge Your Joy, Lead With Confidence
In episode 23, executive coach Lori Pine shares insights on leading with confidence and authenticity. She discusses cultivating inner confidence, energy management, and a 'charge routine' for high-stakes meetings, emphasizing presence over…
- Manifesting Love and Partnership: How Lori and Michael Pine Built a Life by Design
In this episode, Lori and Michael Pine discuss their journey of building a lasting partnership based on clarity, reliability, and self-discovery. They share practical lessons on attracting and nurturing love, emphasizing intentionality and…
- The Power of Forgiveness in Leadership — Drop the Rocks and Claim Your Joy
This episode discusses the transformative power of forgiveness in leadership, covering forgiving your younger self, parents, past blockers, and others. It introduces the Hula Hoop Principle for focusing on controllables and offers a seven-…
- This isn’t Rocket Science. It’s Relationship Science. With Ira Gleser, Author of Stewardship for Business and Longtime Leader at Coke and Microsoft
In this episode of The JOY CEO, host Lori Pine talks with Ira Gleser, author of "Stewardship for Business," about the importance of relationship-building, stewardship, storytelling, and horizontal thinking in business transformation.
- Flourish Where Your Feet Are: A Framework for Thriving at Work
This episode introduces the CRUSH framework, a tool designed to help professionals thrive in their current roles by clarifying goals, strengthening relationships, optimizing processes, and setting healthy boundaries. It also discusses crea…
- Reinventing Yourself and Leading with Heart: Insights from Jennifer Kay
Jennifer Kay discusses the importance of relationships, reflection, courage, self-identity, and joy in leadership and career reinvention. Drawing on her experience in the pharmaceutical and biosciences industries, she emphasizes leading wi…
- Leading a Team of Chief Critics: How to Shift From Problem-Focused to Progress-Driven
This episode of The JOY CEO discusses how leaders can transform teams stuck in criticism into progress-driven units. It offers practical tools like naming critique patterns, resetting meeting structures, celebrating wins, and using a 48-ho…
- Stop Leading Alone: How Community Fuels Clarity, Courage, and Joy
This episode explores the concept that leadership is not a solo endeavor, emphasizing the significant benefits of community for ambitious leaders. It highlights data showing community reduces loneliness and increases self-esteem, while als…
- The Power of Personal Brand: Why Clarity Is Your Career Currency with Mallika Malhotra
Mallika Malhotra, an experienced branding strategist, shares insights on personal branding, emphasizing clarity, confidence, and courage. The episode covers her 4 P's Framework (Purpose, Prowess, Passion, Personality) and discusses the rol…
- Leading With Seasonal Wisdom
This episode explores using seasonal transitions, like summer to fall, for recalibration and goal setting. It introduces a four-step reset process (Pause, Filter, Align, Act) and emphasizes integrating joy into leadership for sustainable s…
- Skill, Timing, and the “Luck” You Create: Lessons from a Global Brand Leader Matt Wemple
Matt Wemple, a Senior Director at Coca-Cola, discusses his non-linear career path and how skill, timing, and luck influenced his rise in global brand leadership, culminating in his role leading the FIFA World Cup 2026 strategy. He emphasiz…
- The Joy Dip™: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Rise From It
This episode discusses the 'joy dip,' a common leadership challenge stemming from comparing oneself to others' successes. It offers practical strategies like acknowledging the dip, inventorying accomplishments, seeking support, and focusin…
- Seasoned with Purpose: Stacey Hawkins on Nourishment, Friendship & Reclaiming Joy
Stacey Hawkins discusses her transition from corporate burnout to entrepreneurship with her spice brand, emphasizing self-care, nourishing food, and the importance of friendship and purpose.
- The Vacation Advantage: Why Great Leaders Know When to Log Off
In this episode, Lori argues that vacations are a leadership necessity, not a luxury, enhancing clarity and creativity. She shares personal stories and practical advice on disconnecting to reconnect with oneself and one's vision, advocatin…
- Boardrooms & Baby Bottles: The Dual Life of Liza Maschi, a Courageous Leader
Liza Maschi, VP at Kraft Heinz, discusses her career path from intern to executive, including balancing motherhood with a high-impact role and leading authentically. The episode explores themes of risk-taking, resilience, and finding joy i…
- Breaking Free from the Exception Trap: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms
In this solo episode, Lori Pine discusses escaping the "Exception Trap," the pressure to constantly overperform and prove one's worth. Drawing from her experience as a VP and coach, she explores the emotional toll of such pressure and offe…
- Breaking Barriers & Embracing Change: A Leadership Journey with Nan Weaver Chambers
In this episode of The Joy CEO Podcast, Nan Weaver Chambers shares her leadership journey, focusing on resilience, integrity, and authentic connection. She reflects on overcoming challenges like being the first woman in her role at Coca-Co…
- Navigating Uncertainty: Mindset, Preparation & Grace Through Career Transitions
Host Lori Pine guides high-achieving professionals through career transitions like layoffs or reorganizations, emphasizing mindset shifts and practical strategies. The episode highlights detaching self-worth from job titles, using groundin…
- From Burnout to Business Success: The Journey of Jenifer Namestka
In this episode of The Joy CEO Podcast, Jenifer Namestka discusses her transition from corporate burnout to entrepreneurship with her company AVO Solutions. She highlights the importance of values-driven business, emotional intelligence, c…
- From Setback to Superstar Comeback: My Friend and Leadership Powerhouse, Justin Honaman
This episode features Justin Honaman discussing his career journey, including navigating job loss and grief to achieve success in leadership roles at Amazon. The conversation emphasizes authentic leadership, reinvention, and the role of jo…
- Why I Built My Leadership Brand Around JOY (And You Should Too)
In this episode, Lori shares her journey of building a leadership brand around joy, emphasizing its role as a powerful tool for productivity, creativity, and well-being, rather than just a fleeting emotion. She discusses practical strategi…
- What I’d Tell My 25-Year-Old Self About Career, Control & Joy
In this solo episode of The JOY CEO, the host shares three career lessons learned over 20 years: letting go of the illusion of control using the Hula Hoop Theory, understanding that visibility is as important as competence, and the need to…
- The Soft Skills That Shape Strong Leaders with Dr. Susan Dean
Dr. Susan Dean shares insights on leadership, emphasizing the importance of soft skills like empathy and communication. The episode covers strategies for effective team debriefs and developing resilience, highlighting how personal experien…