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What does it take to lead in moments of crisis? In this episode of the Leading Visionaries, host Anjel B. Hartwell sits down with Jessi Beyer, crisis mental health clinician, SWAT negotiator, bestselling author of How to Heal a Crisis, and founder of the Life Model of suicide prevention.
If you are a leader, entrepreneur, parent, educator, HR professional, or first responder, this conversation will expand how you think about trauma-informed leadership and crisis response.
What You Will Learn
How leadership evolves from personal ambition to collective responsibility.
What verbal de-escalation skills look like in real-world crisis situations.
How to support someone experiencing suicidal ideation without being a therapist.
What integrative trauma therapies exist beyond traditional talk therapy.
Why organizations must build internal crisis response skills instead of outsourcing responsibility.
How heart-centered entrepreneurs can balance service with sustainable compensation.
What the Life Model of suicide prevention is and how it can be applied in everyday settings.
Why self-care directly impacts leadership effectiveness in high-stakes environments.
FAQ:
Are there alternatives to traditional talk therapy for trauma healing?
Yes. Integrative trauma therapies include nature-based therapy, somatic practices, movement therapy, sound therapy, animal-assisted therapy, and indigenous healing practices, many of which are research-supported.
Why should businesses train staff in crisis response skills?
Employees often confide in colleagues before seeking professional help. Training teams in de-escalation and suicide prevention creates safer workplaces and reduces organizational risk.
How can leaders balance compassion with financial sustainability?
Leaders must recognize that showing up as their best self requires proper compensation, rest, and infrastructure. Sustainable leadership ensures higher quality service and long-term impact.
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Resources
Be Heard by Millions and Live Your Destiny: A Creative Age Leader’s Guide to Speak, Sell, Serve & Succeed by Anjel B. Hartwell