A clear reflection on what this podcast taught me, what it built, and what you might get out of a similar project.
Especially relevant if you’re working solo as a consultant, coach, or expert.
No fluff. Just the core insights.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Why I’m pausing
02:21 – What You Learn by Doing Something Like This
05:03 – Should You Start a Podcast (or Video Series)?
07:18 – What’s Next (And How to Stay Connected)
08:56 – One last line

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How do you know it’s time to fire someone — and how do you do it without guilt, fear, or drama?
In this episode, we unpack the real reasons to let someone go, how to make the decision, and how to communicate it like a leader.

🔥 Whether you're a team lead or exec, this is about protecting trust, performance, and culture — even when it’s hard.

🕒 Episode Breakdown
00:00 – Trust is non-negotiable
02:00 – Valid reasons to fire
05:20 – Signs you’re avoiding it
07:44 – Making the call
10:17 – Having the conversation
13:09 – Leading the aftermath

👉 Follow for real talk on leadership, culture, and tough calls.
Next week: the final episode — what’s next, and how to keep following the work.

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You built something real.
A team that works.
A culture that breathes.
A space where people feel safe.

And then leadership started tearing it down — with empty slogans, chaotic decisions, and a total disconnect from reality.

This episode is for every middle leader watching their hard work be dismantled from the top — while still trying to protect their team, values, and sanity.

🔥 In this episode:
• Why it hurts more than just frustration — it’s grief.
• The 3 traps most leaders fall into (and how they backfire).
• What actually works when leadership is broken.
• How to reclaim your power and lead with clarity, not bitterness.
• Why you’re not crazy — you’re just the only one still awake.

This isn’t about whining.
It’s about naming the heartbreak of watching something good get broken — by the very people meant to protect it.

🎧 Listen if you’re stuck between performative leadership above you and a team that still deserves the best of you.

You're not alone. You're not weak. You're rare.
And this episode will help you hold the line — without losing yourself.

🔜 Next up: How to fire someone without losing trust. Especially in international teams, where dignity and communication play by different rules.

📌 More leadership insights: 

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#Leadership #OrganizationalCulture #Teamwork #Integrity #MiddleManagement #ToxicLeadership #PodcastForLeaders

Ever feel like your internal team ignores you until you explode — while your outsourced team delivers like clockwork? You’re not crazy. You’re just stuck in a leadership loop where your kindness got mistaken for weakness. Let’s break thecycle.

⏱ Timestamps
00:00 – Intro: Two teams, two realities
01:08 – Part 1: Your team isn’t overloaded. They just don’t respect thedeadline
05:12 – Part 2: You (unknowingly) trained them to ignore you
09:54 – Part 3: Why they feel safe ignoring you — and how it backfires
15:18 – Part 4: What not to do (even if you're tempted)
20:11 – Part 5: Silent deadlines, loud consequences
25:30 – Part 6: You don’t need to work harder — you need to stop covering forthem
30:45 – Wrap-up: What kind of team are you willing to lead?

📌 More leadership tools: 

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Doing great work isn’t enough if no one sees it.
In this episode, we tackle why invisible contributions are overlooked—and how to make your work count without bragging, faking, or selling out.

🎯 In this episode:
00:00 – The Invisible Contributor
01:56 – Why Invisible Work Happens
04:32 – The Cost of Staying Invisible
06:21 – How To Make Your Work Count (Without Performing)
09:13 – Wrap-Up + Final Message

💬 Need clarity on your next step? Book a free discovery call:  👉 ⁠https://calendly.com/alicatrizma/discovery-call⁠

📌 More leadership tools: 

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You're in a role that looks fine on paper—but something’s off.
Maybe you’re underused, overlooked, or out of alignment.
At some point, every leader asks:
👉 Should I fix this—or move on?

This episode walks you through 3 powerful filters to help you decide—without emotional guesswork or panic moves.

⏱️ What’s Inside:

00:00 – The Quiet Dilemma
When your job “should” be fine—but you feel stuck

01:46 – The Emotional Trap of False Urgency
Why the urge to leave can cloud your judgment

03:42 – How to Decide: 3 Strategic Filters

1. Can the environment be changed—or just endured?

2. Is your reputation fixable—or already decided?

3. Will staying help or stall your long-term positioning?

07:01 – Clarity Before Action: A Smarter Exit Strategy
Don’t just react—decide based on what moves your leadership forward

💬 Need clarity on your next step?
Book a free discovery call:
👉 https://calendly.com/alicatrizma/discovery-call

📌 More leadership tools:
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🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicatrizma/

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Specialist or manager—which career path is right for you? Learn how to choose strategically and avoid the hidden cost of the wrong decision.

You’ll learn:

00:00 – The Choice that Feels Like a Trap
02:02 – The Crossroads Moment: When expert roles turn into management offers
04:00 – Why People Choose Wrong: Pressure, fear, and confusing titles with growth
06:26 – How to Choose Strategically: Visibility, energy, and real long-term influence
10:11 – Build a Career That Works for You: Not your boss, not HR—you

This episode is for high performers feeling stuck between staying a specialist or moving into management.
Whether you’re in tech, pharma, or a corporate role—you’ll get the tools to make a confident, future-proof decision.

💬 Need clarity on your next step?
Book a free discovery call:
👉 https://calendly.com/alicatrizma/discovery-call

📌 More leadership tools:
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🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicatrizma/

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#careerstrategy #specialistorleader #leadershipdevelopment #visibilityatwork #beyondboss #choosingtherightcareerpath #managementdecisions

Rebuild your reputation and authority after a rocky start at work—without quitting. This episode shows you how.

You’ll learn:

• What a bad start really looks like—and why it’s more common than you think
• Why freezing or fleeing keeps you stuck
• How to reposition yourself in 3 strategic steps: Diagnose, Reset, Regain
• What real progress looks like when people finally see your value

💬 Ready to shift how you’re seen at work?
Book a free discovery call:
👉 https://calendly.com/alicatrizma/discovery-call

📌 More leadership tools:
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🔗 https://www.linkedin.com/in/alicatrizma/

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Blind spots ruined Kodak, JCPenney, and Blackberry. Learn the leadership lessons they missed—and how to spot what might be holding you back.

In this episode of Beyond Boss, we break down three billion-dollar mistakes that didn’t look like mistakes—until it was too late. These stories aren’t just corporate failures—they’re wake-up calls for any leader who wants to stay sharp, relevant, and ahead of the curve.

You’ll learn:

• Why even smart leaders fall into blind spot traps
• How Kodak invented the future—and ignored it
• Why JCPenney’s CEO failed by copying Apple
• What Blackberry got catastrophically wrong
• How to recognize your own leadership blind spots

💬 Want to become the kind of leader who sees what others miss?
Let’s talk. Book a free discovery call here:
👉 https://calendly.com/alicatrizma/discovery-call

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What do a trapped miner, a grocery store stock boy, and a 20-year-old intern have in common?

None of them had authority.
None of them waited for permission.
But when the moment came—they led.

In this episode of Beyond Boss, we break down what real leadership looks like when no one hands you the title. You’ll hear three powerful true stories of unexpected leadership—and walk away knowing how to recognize and seize your own moment to step up.

What you’ll get from this episode:

• Learn how to lead even if you're not “in charge
• Understand what separates real leaders from those who wait
• Get inspired by people who led from the bottom—and changed everything
• Know how to take initiative in high-stakes, high-pressure situations
• Walk away ready to act before anyone gives you permission

Timestamps:

00:00 – What This Episode Is Really About
01:01 – Who I Am & Why This Matters
02:02 – Story #1: Luis Urzúa – The Shift Supervisor Who Led 33 Men to Survival
04:57 – What Urzúa Teaches Us About Crisis Leadership
05:15 – Story #2: James Sinegal – From Stock Boy to CEO of Costco
07:03 – Everyday Leadership Lessons from James Sinegal
07:50 – Story #3: David Karp – The Intern Who Spoke Up and Saved the Company
09:30 – What David Karp Shows Us About Leading Without Permission
10:08 – The Common Thread: What Real Leaders Do Differently
11:15 – Your Turn: Will You Step Up or Step Back?

Ready to lead without waiting for permission?
This episode shows how to take charge in high-stakes moments—no title required.

Let’s connect

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