Amplifying Leadership

Burnout is everywhere in today's work environments. So, why is that?

In this guest episode, with Shannon Thomas, we look at how misaligned processes, systems, and hidden bottlenecks can push leaders and employees towards burnout. We also look at the signs that burnout may be building before it becomes an issue.

We talk about how a burned-out leader can impact the entire team, what leaders can do when a team member is struggling, as well as practical ways to reduce stress by creating a healthier and more effective way of working.

Enjoy!

About the guest: Shannon Thomas is a CIO and founder of Inherit Leadership, helping leaders navigate power, trust, and culture with clarity. She blends real-world leadership experience with practical insight to help individuals and teams lead more effectively in complex environments.

Weblink: Inheritleadership.com

You know that difficult conversation you need to have, but are delaying?

It won't get easier, it could get more costly.

In this week's tip, Tara discusses how difficult conversations rarely get easier when we delay or avoid them. Learn how to separate facts from assumptions, get clear on the outcome, and approach the conversation in a way that creates more accountability without unnecessary defensiveness.

Need help? www.amplifyingleadership.ca

New leadership doesn't mean figuring everything out on your own.

In this episode, we explore the difference between managing and leading, what creates strong leadership, and how organizations can support and develop new leaders.

We talk about building confidence in decision-making, learning from failure, the value of mentoring and succession planning, and practical strategies for getting started.

Whether you are a new leader or helping others grow as a mentor, this conversation offers guidance for building confident, supported leaders.

What happens if one of your key people leaves tomorrow?

Do you know who could easily step in?

Your organization doesn't need leaders someday in the future - it needs to develop those future leaders now.

In this episode of Tip Thursday With Tara we look at why waiting until you need someone to stop up is too late, and what leaders should be considering when developing the people they already have, today.

What is the Culture Tax, and how can it impact your organization and bottom line?

In this episode, we explore the six categories of culture tax, the risks of ignoring them, and how creating a Culture Dividend can shift the numbers in a positive direction.

We’ll look at the role of people, collaboration, listening, what SBI+ is, and the invisible numbers that reveal what’s really happening beyond and beneath the KPIs and P&L.

About the guest:

Jim Marsh is The Truth Teller. With 30+ years across telecom, finance, and government, he's the executive coach leaders call when culture is quietly bleeding their team dry. Creator of Culture OS™ and the Culture Tax™. Website: [email protected]

You have good employees, but they are not taking initiative...what do you do?

Employee growth doesn't usually happen by chance, it happens by intention and choice.

This week on Tip Thursday with Tara, we're exploring why so many organizations expect employees to grow without having a plan to support their development, and what leaders should be thinking about instead.

Enjoy!

What does it really take to create a leadership table where women can contribute, be heard, and advance?

In this episode with Toni Will, we explore the experience of women working in male-dominated industries, using hockey as a real-world example.

Our conversation looks at the importance of finding allies, creating a meaningful balance of perspectives at the leadership table, and welcoming diversity of thought.

We also discuss how mentorship and sponsorship can help women move toward leadership and promotions, strategies for building confidence and finding your voice, and what leaders can do to create a more inclusive workplace.

And if inclusive leadership is something we’ve been talking about for years, why are we still talking about it? This conversation takes a practical look at what needs to change, and how leaders can help make that change happen.

About the Guest:

Toni Will is General Manager and Governor of the Kalamazoo Wings, TEDx speaker, host of the Women In... Podcast, and author of Rebellious Success, helping others lead boldly and live unconventionally.

Link to contact Toni: https://www.toniwill.com/contact

Do you ever feel like your team depends on you for every answer?

If you're constantly solving problems, making decisions, and answering the same questions, you may be limiting your team's growth without realizing it.

This week on Tip Thursday with Tara, we'll explore how simple shifts in your leadership approach can help employees build confidence, think more independently, and take greater ownership of their work.

Enjoy!

Does leadership sometimes feel like you are trying to create order in the middle of constant chaos?

In this guest episode, we explore how servant leadership helps leaders create clarity, build trust, and guide their teams through uncertainty.

We discuss the importance of leading with authenticity, adapting plans based on team feedback, using business metrics to gain deeper insights, and making regular reflection part of growth.

You'll also hear practical strategies for building a servant leadership culture and why great leaders don't need to have all the answers - they simply need to keep learning alongside their team.

About the guest:

Norman Leach is known as The Chaos Navigator. A strategist, historian, author, filmmaker, educator, and business leader, he believes the most valuable ideas emerge at the intersection of disciplines — not within them. While specialists go deeper, Norman goes broader, connecting history, AI, leadership, marketing, and storytelling to help organizations navigate complexity and discover opportunities others never see.

An award-winning teacher and bestselling author, Norman chairs an industry association, leads a nonprofit celebrating storytellers over 50, and speaks internationally on the forces reshaping business. His message: clarity comes from widening your view.

Connect with Norman here: www.linkedin.com/in/normanleach

Leadership isn't meant to be about constantly pushing through, but too many leaders believe that's the only way to succeed.

As we wrap up our month on Sustainable Leadership, this week's Tip Thursday with Tara brings together the biggest lessons from the month. From protecting your capacity and building healthier leadership habits to recognizing the importance of recovery and support, discover three key reminders to help you lead in a way that's effective today and sustainable for the future.

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