If your work feels draining, your team’s energy is low, and productivity is stalling, it’s not a systems problem—it’s a flow problem. In this episode of the Happy Productive Podcast, Jennifer sits down with Diane Allen—keynote speaker, violinist, and author of Flow: Unlock Your Genius. Love What You Do—to unpack the science and strategy behind getting into your flow state on demand. Diane shares how a career-defining onstage freeze led her to reverse-engineer flow so leaders and business owners can work smarter, fuel their teams, and rediscover the joy in what they do. You’ll learn how to: • Identify your personal flow triggers to reignite energy and focus • Lead your business from a place of inspired alignment • Tap into your team’s full potential through group flow • Turn stressful, stuck moments into momentum and clarity • Use flow as a tool for decision-making, leadership, and performance If you’re feeling burned out or disconnected from your business—this episode is your reset. ⸻ Timestamps for Key Moments: [01:18] Diane’s journey: from orchestra leader to flow expert for high-performers [4:36] The breakdown moment that led to her breakthrough [06:21] What flow actually is—and why it’s the antidote to burnout [09:00] Signs you’re in flow (and how to spot them in yourself and your team) [14:25] Flow science: peak performance, brain chemistry, and business impact [21:03] The “Where, What, Why” method to unlock your unique flow formula [26:23] Creating group flow as a business leader [30:00] Addressing executive loneliness with energy-based leadership [34:01] Free tools and resources to start leading with flow today ⸻ 🌟 Join Jennifer’s Freedom-Fueled Academy: https://jenniferdawnacademy.com Connect with Diane Allen: https://dianeallen.com https://www.instagram.com/dianeallenspeaker/ https://www.facebook.com/dianeallenspeaker/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianeallenspeaker/ 📘 Get the Book Flow: Unlock Your Genius. Love What You Do. Available now on Amazon. https://www.amazon.com/Flow-Unlock-Your-Genius-Love/dp/1737855623 🎧 Subscribe for more bold conversations on building a business (and life) you love. #businessgrowth #business #businessideas #businessowner #jenniferdawn #happyproductivepodcast #businesssuccess