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🔥 You’re crushing goals—but quietly crumbling inside. Sound familiar?

Burnout isn’t just about long hours. It’s about misalignment, lack of boundaries, and trying to lead without support. In this episode, Victoria Mensch, executive coach and founder of SV Executives Academy, shares the tools and mindset shifts leaders need to stay energized, clear, and connected—without burning out.

✅ The hidden signs of burnout most leaders ignore
✅ Why high-achievers are especially at risk
✅ How to set boundaries without guilt
✅ The daily practices that keep your energy—and your leadership—sustainable
✅ How to build teams that thrive without sacrificing your well-being

Victoria’s approach blends real-world executive experience with the science of self-leadership and emotional resilience. Whether you’re leading a company or managing a team, this episode will give you the tools to lead with strength—without losing yourself in the process.

🔊 Tune in now and start protecting your energy while leading with purpose.

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Website: SV Executives Academy
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What if leadership wasn’t about power—but about love?

In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Sarena Diamond challenges everything you thought you knew about leadership. She breaks down how trust, clear communication, and intentional relationships are the real foundation of high-performing teams.

✅ Why “just make them do it” is a mindset that kills innovation
 ✅ How to lead teams through change without confusion or chaos
✅ The difference between managing tasks and leading people
✅ Why love, yes—love, is the core of transformative leadership
✅ How to set guardrails, not roadblocks, for empowered teams

Sarena doesn’t just talk leadership—she lives it. And her approach is a breath of fresh air in a world full of reactive, top-down leadership styles.

🔊 Tune in now to learn how to build trust, lead with heart, and create a culture where people thrive—not just survive.

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🌐 Website: Diamond Solution Group LLC
💼 LinkedIn: Connect with Sarena Diamond

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Empowered teams aren’t born—they’re built.

And no, shouting “You’re empowered!” across Slack isn’t the way to do it.

In this episode, Lisa Hagen and Chris Kincanon, co-founders of Be Ready Steady, join me to unpack the truth behind high-performing teams—and it starts with clarity, guardrails, and cross-functional trust.

✅ The real reason “empowerment” fails in most organizations
✅ How to create guardrails that fuel creativity instead of stifling it
✅ Why clear goals and tighter feedback loops are your secret weapon
✅ What happens when teams chase shiny objects without strategic alignment
✅ How to support high-performers without burning them out

Lisa and Chris blend their decades of experience in engineering and product leadership to deliver a masterclass on building better systems, supporting people, and scaling smarter—not faster.

🔊 Tune in to learn how to create a team that thrives, even when everything is shifting around them.

Website: BeReadySteady.com
Free Resource: Download their Empowered Team Playbook
LinkedIn: Lisa Hagen | Chris Kincanon

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Many professionals climb the ladder only to realize they’re checking boxes instead of moving mountains. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to lead vs. manage, this episode is your wake-up call.

Leadership expert Melissa Rath joins us to break down the key mindset shifts that transform reactive managers into proactive, people-first leaders.

✅ How to build trust so your team feels safe to contribute
✅ The real reason employees disengage (and how to turn it around)
✅ Why self-awareness and communication are your greatest leadership tools
✅ How to empower your team—without micromanaging
✅ The simple shift from “getting things done” to “getting the right things done, together”

If your team feels like it’s just going through the motions, this episode will show you how to breathe life back into your leadership.

Listen now and become the kind of leader people want to follow!

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Scaling isn’t just about getting bigger—it’s about getting better. But most businesses crash and burn when they try to scale too fast.

Today, Emma Rainville, aka the “Wizard of Ops,” joins us to break down the biggest scaling mistakes and how to avoid them. With years of experience leading and growing businesses from six to eight figures, she reveals:

✅ The real difference between growth and scaling (most people get this wrong!)
✅ Why scaling too fast can actually kill your business
✅ The three crucial factors every business must consider before scaling
✅ How AI, automation, and operations can make or break your company
✅ How to motivate your team to learn and develop
✅ The top mistakes leaders make when trying to grow (and how to fix them)

If you’ve ever wondered when and how to scale your business the right way, this episode is a must-listen.

Tune in now and learn how to scale without the chaos!

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Are you giving feedback that’s falling flat? Or worse—creating tension instead of growth?

In this episode, we dive deep into the art of effective feedback with leadership expert Jackie Jamison. You’ll discover how to give feedback that inspires change, build a culture of trust and accountability, and avoid the common mistakes that make feedback feel personal or unhelpful.

We’ll explore:
✔ The #1 reason why feedback often backfires
✔ How to create a feedback culture that drives performance
✔ Simple shifts to give and receive feedback without fear
✔ Why self-awareness is the key to leadership success
✔ Actionable strategies to make feedback a game-changer in your team

If you’ve ever struggled with difficult conversations or wondered how to lead with impact, this episode is for you. Tune in now and start mastering feedback today!

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In this enlightening episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Stacey Chazin shares her journey of embracing her introverted leadership style and helping others do the same. 

As someone who spent years trying to act extroverted, Stacey now empowers introverted leaders to recognize their unique strengths and lead with confidence.

Stacey discusses:

• The difference between introversion and shyness and how societal bias often undervalues introverted traits.
• The importance of embracing your natural energy patterns as an introvert, especially in leadership roles.
• Practical strategies for introverts to thrive in the workplace, such as task batching, time blocking, and creating environments that allow for deep reflection.
• How introverted leaders can present themselves powerfully, using their strengths of empathy, preparation, and thoughtful communication.
• Tips for introverts on navigating the remote and hybrid work environments that have become more prevalent in today’s workforce.

Through Stacey’s personal story and practical advice, this episode highlights how introverts can shine by owning their unique approach to leadership, communication, and collaboration.

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In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, we explore the art of feedback with Laura Watson, a world country dance champion who’s become a master of clear, impactful communication. From her unexpected dance journey to leading others in the business world, Laura shares how constructive feedback can be the key to both personal and professional growth.

Laura discusses:

• The importance of specific, actionable feedback that drives growth rather than confusion.
• How feedback in leadership shapes team dynamics and fosters a culture of continuous improvement.
• The parallels between learning on the dance floor and leading teams: both require vulnerability, trust, and constant practice.
• Her method of creating a feedback-friendly culture, ensuring that it’s not feared but embraced as part of the development process.

If you’re ready to elevate your feedback skills and lead with clarity, this episode is for you!

🎧 Listen now to gain the insights that will help you lead more effectively with every conversation.

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In this inspiring episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, we’re joined by Nicole Perry, a passionate advocate for creative leadership and fostering psychological safety in the workplace. Nicole shares her journey from a dance and music background to becoming an intimacy director, specializing in emotional vulnerability and physicality in the arts, and now helping leaders create environments where creativity and innovation can thrive.

Nicole explores:

• The Impact of Psychological Safety – How to create spaces where failure is embraced as part of the learning process.
• Empathy in Leadership – The importance of understanding and acknowledging others’ experiences to foster trust and collaboration.
• The Role of Creativity – How leadership can be an art form, and why nurturing creativity is essential for personal and team growth.
• Navigating Change in Leadership – Leading teams through uncertainty with a focus on compassion, communication, and adaptability.

With powerful insights from her diverse background, Nicole reminds us that leadership isn’t about perfection—it's about supporting others, listening deeply, and embracing vulnerability. If you’re looking for fresh, empathetic leadership perspectives, this episode is a must-listen!

🎧 Tune in now for valuable leadership lessons that apply across all industries!

And follow Nicole's journey at nicoleperry.org and momentumstage.org - use code DTPOD for 25% off their Boundaries Worksheet.

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In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, we welcome Anthony Coppedge, a globally recognized expert in Agile leadership and business transformation. With experience working with IBM, Coca-Cola, American Airlines, and more, Anthony shares his powerful insights on servant leadership, agile transformation, and creating high-performing teams.

Anthony dives into:

• The Power of Servant Leadership – Why leading with care, trust, and empowerment drives business success.
• Agility Beyond the Buzzword – How true agility is about responsiveness, experimentation, and trust.
• Creating Psychological Safety – The secret to unlocking innovation, engagement, and high performance.
• Why Span of Care > Span of Control – Leadership isn’t about authority—it’s about removing obstacles so your team can thrive.

Anthony also opens up about his personal leadership evolution, sharing how his mindset shifted over the years and why empathy became his superpower. If you’re a leader looking to inspire, remove roadblocks, and drive meaningful change, this episode is for you.

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