As Mo continues on the mend after a challenging few months of poor health, I wanted a re-release a "Greatest Hits" episode of Mo-ments of Experience as I continue a brief sabbatical from new content to nurse Mo back to himself. In honor of last week's Halloween holiday, I reflect on this picture of Mo, myself, and my wife from years past and I can't help but see how "present" each of us are for each other in the mo-ment. But how do we take presence to the next level… all the way to "Quantum Presence?" Take a listen to my amazingly heart-felt friend and guest Aaron Tabacco, there is no one better to explain the power of presence.

What if the key to deeper connection and leadership isn't in what you do, but in how fully you show up?

Geoffrey dives into the transformative power of Quantum Presence with the multi-dimensional Aaron Tabacco, a nurse, educator, musician, restaurateur, executive coach, and parent. From guiding patients in crisis to raising neurodivergent children, Aaron shares how life's most profound lessons come from practicing presence, not performance.

This isn't just another conversation about mindfulness. It's a masterclass in being. 🧘‍♂️

Aaron breaks down how silencing the mind creates space to truly witness others, how presence can ripple through time, and why being present for yourself is the foundation of leading with authenticity and care. If you've ever struggled to slow down, connect deeply, or lead with heart, this episode is for you. 💛

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• Presence begins with being, not doing.
• Silence the mind to become truly present.
• Listen not to respond, but to bear witness.
• Presence for self is the path to lead others.
• Moments of crisis reveal our truest calling.

As Mo continues on the mend after a challenging few months of poor health, I wanted a re-release a "Greatest Hits" episode of Mo-ments of Experience as I continue a brief sabbatical from new content to nurse Mo back to himself. As I reflect on this picture of Mo there for my wife on the first night after she lost her long, beautiful hair to cancer, I think of the story of my amazing guest, Stephanie Abbott, who's eyes were opened wide when this healthcare experience executive faced her own battle with cancer.

What happens when a healthcare executive becomes the patient?

Geoffrey sits down with Stephanie Abbott, a leader, cancer survivor, and author of "Buried or Planted." Stephanie opens up about her journey from diagnosis to healing, and how shifting her mindset from feeling "buried" to realizing she was actually being "planted" changed everything.

From the power of human connection to the surprising impact of a single word, this episode reminds us that resilience and purpose can grow even in the hardest seasons.

Don't miss this replay of a listener favorite that continues to spark hope and inspiration.

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• Human connection transforms patient and caregiver experiences.
• Words carry power to give or take away hope.
• Patients remember compassion more than clinical details.
• Employee experience drives patient experience quality.
• Resilience grows when pain is reframed as purpose.

As Mo continues on the mend after a challenging few months of poor health, I wanted to replay a "Greatest Hits" episode of Mo-ments of Experience as I continue a brief sabbatical from new content to nurse Mo back to himself. This is one of my all-time favorites as I get to "geek out" on research behind workplace well-being with my amazing guest, Paula Allen.

What if the secret to a thriving workplace culture came down to just five simple leadership behaviors?

In this replay, Geoffrey sits down with the brilliant Paula Allen, global mental health researcher and champion for workplace wellbeing. Together, they geek out over the five leadership behaviors that shape thriving, resilient teams.

From psychological safety to the magic of gratitude, this episode is packed with actionable insights that are just as relevant today as when it first aired. Whether you're leading a team or hoping to inspire change in your workplace, this one's a must-listen.

Let's revisit the science of being more human, because culture starts with how we lead 💛

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Connect with Paula on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paula-allen-2717206/

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• Leader behaviors, not titles, define workplace culture.
• Kind, collaborative leadership builds team trust and safety.
• Inclusivity fuels creativity and engagement.
• Purpose-driven leaders inspire extra effort.
• Clear, decisive leadership reduces anxiety.