Kiki’s Corner

A collection of podcasts, fireside chats, articles and past newsletters that aim to share insights, tips, and strategies to help you THRIVE as a leader in the modern world of work. Whether you’re an executive, you own your own business, or your completely new to leadership, the goal of these articles is to support YOU! If you’re interested in joining our newsletter community, you can subscribe to our free newsletter below to receive these curated insights and strategies directly to your inbox!

Podcasts & Fireside Chats

Join Kiki Wilkinson, Leadership Coach & Consultant, as she shares what it takes to move beyond the buzzword and act on psychological safety. You’ll hear stories of navigating broken trust, rebuilding team norms, and creating the conditions where people actually feel safe to speak up, take risks, and grow.

Soft Skills help us navigate change and increases trust. In this episode Andrew Stout and Kristen (Kiki) Wilkinson discuss how to manage your soft skills for tangible results.

In this inspiring episode of Daily Influence, host Gregg-Brooke Koleno sits down with Kristen (Kiki) Wilkinson, founder of Thrive Mind Collaborative and a transformative leadership coach dedicated to helping high-achieving leaders lead with purpose, confidence, & clarity.

Carole Jean delves into the intricate world of burnout with guest Kristen (Kiki) Wilkinson, a former Airbnb employee. Together they explore the hidden protection mechanisms that can trap individuals in burnout, such as trust issues, growth management challenges, and the importance of taking small steps toward Energy Mastery. Tune in to unravel these sneaky mechanisms & kickstart your journey out of burnout today!

Newsletter Archives

The Stress-Free Vacation Blueprint for Leaders (Part 2)
Kristen Wilkinson Kristen Wilkinson

The Stress-Free Vacation Blueprint for Leaders (Part 2)

Now that you've enjoyed your well-deserved break, let's jump into Part 2 of the Vacation Blueprint for Leaders to ensure your return to leadership reality is just as smooth and stress-free. Get ready to conquer that inbox, manage time like a pro, and keep that vacation glow shining longer than you'd ever imagine! 

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The Stress-Free Vacation Blueprint for Leaders (Part 1)
Kristen Wilkinson Kristen Wilkinson

The Stress-Free Vacation Blueprint for Leaders (Part 1)

In Part 1 of The Stress-Free Vacation Blueprint for Leaders we’ll review pre-vacation stress tips that will help you model best practices for your team, increase trust while you’re away, ensure alignment through communication, and arguably most importantly mitigate stress for yourself and your team!

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Science-Backed Benefits of Taking a Break!
Kristen Wilkinson Kristen Wilkinson

Science-Backed Benefits of Taking a Break!

Science-backed benefits of taking breaks. In this article, I highlight that taking breaks is an opportunity to disconnect from daily routines, reduce stress levels, improve physical and mental health, enhance cognitive function, improve sleep quality, and increase social connection. These benefits are supported by scientific research that shows the positive impact of mindfulness-based interventions, physical activity, and social connections on overall health and well-being.

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What is Burnout?
Kristen Wilkinson Kristen Wilkinson

What is Burnout?

What is burnout? What’s the difference between burnout and stress? How does burnout manifest? This week’s post continues to lay the foundation for burnout and how it can show up.

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