In this powerful episode of leadership and personal development, The Human Side of Leadership with Nanci Appleman-Vassil, discover how human connection, self-awareness, resilience, and compassionate leadership are the true game-changers for career success and personal empowerment.
Nanci Appleman-Vassil, CEO of APLS Group with over 25 years of experience, shares transformative insights on career transition, overcoming fear, and navigating today’s AI impact on the workforce. Nanci discusses practical strategies around how to recover from being laid off and how long it takes to recover from being laid off, drawing from her own experience of being laid off twice before launching her successful business. The conversation covers what to do after being fired from a job, including job outplacement services, job search outplacement, and job outplacement support that treats people with dignity. She stresses the importance of compassionate leadership during layoffs—offering real help like resume workshops and interview preparation instead of cold emails. Listeners gain actionable advice on addressing low self-esteem, breaking free from “job hugging,” entrepreneurship, and building the courage to take risks. Nanci also explores her lifelong passion for human connection, the power of open-ended questions, and how self-awareness and resilience fuel both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Whether you’re facing a career transition, seeking empowerment after job loss, or wanting to become a more effective leader at work or home, this episode delivers heartfelt wisdom on overcoming fear and leading with humanity in an AI-driven world.
Tune in to The Human Side of Leadership with Nanci Appleman-Vassil for inspiring stories, practical tools, and a refreshing focus on authentic human connection that drives real results. Perfect for anyone interested in leadership, personal development, and compassionate career guidance. Connect with Nanci Appleman-Vassil: About: Nanci Nanci Appleman-Vassil, CSP, is a dynamic international speaker, facilitator, and coach with more than 25 years of experience helping individuals strengthen human connection in the workplace. As Founder and CEO of APLS Group, she has equipped thousands of individuals, teams, and leaders to communicate with clarity, navigate conflict with confidence, and build cultures where people feel seen, heard, and valued.
Her background is grounded in training, organization development, and corporate consulting across industries including technology, healthcare, engineering, manufacturing, education, and retail. Known for her warm, relatable style and real world stories, Nanci delivers experience-driven programs that blend humor, heart, audience interaction, and practical exercises audiences can apply immediately. She partners closely with event planners and organizational leaders to tailor every program to their goals, culture, and audience needs.
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