In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with Susan Goebel—CEO of Scaling Management Consulting Group and fractional COO/Integrator—to talk about the journey from second-in-command to CEO, the evolution of leadership, and the power of building systems and support that scale.

Susan shares her story of unexpectedly entering entrepreneurship, building a thriving team, and learning to lead as a visionary—thanks in part to her own incredible COO, Jill. Together, she and Kristie reflect on what they’ve learned transitioning from integrators to founders, why assessments and peer groups only matter if you use them, and how tools like AI can be powerful—but only if paired with human insight and action.

They also dive into the three essentials every executive needs: an operating system, a strong peer group, and an executive coach.

This conversation is full of real-life leadership lessons, laughs, and reminders that growth often starts with asking for help—and saying yes to the unexpected.

In this heart-filled episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with Grandi Washington—CXO of HERverse and founder of Extraordinary Seconds—for a candid conversation about leadership, burnout, authenticity, and finding your way back to yourself.

Grandi shares her journey from burnout to breakthrough, describing how she reclaimed her time, redefined success, and began showing up in life and leadership as her full, unapologetic self (yes—tiara, glitter, blue hair and all). Together, she and Kristie explore what it means to stop living for others' expectations, set healthy boundaries, and build a life rooted in core values.

They also discuss how real leadership is about making others feel wanted, not just welcome—and how Grandi is helping clients tackle communication and accountability with empathy and confidence through her work at Extraordinary Seconds.

This is a powerful reminder for women in leadership: you don’t have to lose yourself to lead well. In fact, being yourself is exactly what the world needs most.

In this inspiring episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton welcomes Joni Goodman—founder of JDG Advisors, emotional intelligence coach, and Brene Brown-certified Dare to Lead™ facilitator—for a heartfelt discussion on self-awareness, emotional connection, and supporting women leaders.

Joni shares why emotional intelligence is critical for second-in-command leaders, and how practices like journaling, mindfulness, and coaching create safer, more connected workplaces. She also introduces her Encounter You Luxury Women’s Experience—a transformative, year-long growth program for women seeking clarity, confidence, and community.

Together, Kristie and Joni reflect on their shared mission to foster authentic connection and celebrate the power of women supporting women—without competition, comparison, or burnout. This conversation is both energizing and grounding, and yes… includes a surprise dance break in the pink seat.

If you're a leader ready to explore your inner landscape and lead with heart, this episode is for you.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Chris Lambert—founder of Life Remodeled and Next Level Nonprofit—joins Kristie Clayton for a powerful dialogue on transforming communities and nonprofit leadership. Chris shares how Life Remodeled revitalizes vacant Detroit schools into hubs for holistic support, and how Next Level Nonprofit is helping organizations build dream teams and drive lasting impact through a tailored operating system.

They discuss his faith-driven mission, why collaboration across nonprofits is essential, and what it takes to build the right visionary-integrator partnership. Chris reflects on leadership lessons, how EOS® inspired his nonprofit framework, and what he's learned from both success and failure. The conversation also touches on the importance of role clarity, growth-centered cultures, and empowering future generations of leaders.

Whether you're in the nonprofit world or simply passionate about meaningful leadership, this episode offers encouragement, wisdom, and plenty of practical insight.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, she’s joined by Nicole Mennicke—Fractional Integrator, Kolbe coach, and speaker—for a powerful conversation on the evolving relationship between first and second in command leaders.

Together, they unpack what Nicole calls the four seasons of the Visionary-Integrator relationship: embracing the suck, building trust, riding high, and enduring the stumble. This episode dives deep into what happens when alignment falters, how to rebuild after a stumble, and why self-awareness and vulnerability are essential to creating a leadership team that works in sync.

Nicole shares practical tools like the “Scale of 1 to Care,” “Levels of Yes,” and the value of starting every same-page meeting with a Head-Heart-Body check-in. They also explore what happens when roles aren’t clearly defined and how to avoid the common pitfall of stepping on each other’s toes.

It’s a candid and refreshing look at the real work it takes to lead together—with humility, trust, and shared purpose.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, she sits down with Shannon Johnston, founder of Creating Sisterhood, for a heartfelt and eye-opening conversation about what it really takes to end the cycle of “mean girl” behavior.

Shannon shares how a painful moment in her daughter Avery’s life sparked the creation of programs designed to help young girls—and their caregivers—navigate friendship struggles, build emotional intelligence, and foster genuine connection. Together, they explore the science behind why exclusion and bullying often begin around age eight, how adults can unintentionally reinforce toxic patterns, and what it looks like to raise girls with the tools to set boundaries, use their voice, and build others up.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that healing starts at home—and that we all have a role to play in creating kinder, stronger communities for the next generation. Shannon also talks about how EOS helped her bring this movement to life and the importance of leading with both head and heart.

In this powerful episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton is joined by Ginny Haas, Integrator and Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Radcom, to explore a bold new approach to performance improvement—one that’s rooted in accomplishments, not just activity.

Ginny shares how her team is revolutionizing the traditional job description by focusing on measurable outputs and clear expectations instead of vague behaviors or overstuffed task lists. Together, she and Kristie dive into the six boxes of performance thinking, the role of job aids in building consistency, and why great training starts with clarity—not complexity.

This conversation is packed with practical insights for leaders, managers, and integrators looking to create more alignment, reduce turnover, and help their team members love their work. Whether you're onboarding new hires or planning your org chart for growth, Ginny's framework offers a smarter, more supportive way to set people up for success.

In this heartfelt episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton welcomes coach, speaker, and facilitator Kim Boudreaux-Smith for a powerful conversation about owning your voice, silencing imposter syndrome, and showing up as your most authentic self.

Kim shares her deeply personal story of being told to "tone it down" as a young girl, navigating a male-dominated corporate world, and ultimately hitting a breaking point that forced her to reevaluate everything. Through her experiences, she now helps high-achieving women—and a few good men—find their bold voice, speak with confidence, and stop hiding behind inauthentic personas.

Together, Kim and Kristie explore the emotional toll of comparison, the pressure of external expectations, and the internal narratives that hold us back. They offer practical tools for self-awareness, self-talk, and reclaiming your power as a communicator and leader.

If you've ever struggled with feeling "not enough" or exhausted by trying to be who others expect you to be, this episode is a must-watch.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with John Glon, founder of Shifted Careers and seasoned HR leader, for a refreshingly honest conversation about career pivots, conscious leadership, and what it takes to build truly healthy teams.

John shares his personal journey from burnout to breakthrough, including how a layoff became the unexpected catalyst for starting his own business. He and Kristie explore how vulnerability, self-awareness, and accountability are key to both individual and organizational growth.

They dig into what it means to lead with intention, how to create psychological safety at work, and why hiring for values—not just skills—is the path to long-term success. If you’ve ever felt misaligned in your role or struggled with tough leadership conversations, this episode is filled with insights to help you shift into something better.

In this episode of ConvHERsations with Kristie, Kristie Clayton sits down with Bill Poole, founder of Convergo, to talk all things sales systems, visionary transitions, and the importance of structure in scaling a business.

Bill shares how his journey from copier sales to sales consulting led him to help businesses implement better sales processes that align with their operating systems—like EOS, Pinnacle, and Scaling Up. Together, he and Kristie unpack the often-overlooked sales gap in business operating systems, and how visionaries can successfully transition out of the sales seat without dropping the ball.

From hiring your first salesperson to building a repeatable sales structure, this conversation is full of practical advice for founders, integrators, and leadership teams. Bill emphasizes the value of having the right message, systems, and people in place—and why structure actually enables creativity and growth.

Whether you're running on EOS or not, if sales feels like a bottleneck in your business, this episode will give you the roadmap (and confidence) to fix it.