Summary:

What would you do if a direct report brought a hidden diary of grievances to your boss? Julie Deane lived it. In this episode, she opens up about a moment that could have derailed her career but instead reshaped it. With help from a wise boss and a lot of humility, Julie transformed a tough confrontation into the cornerstone of her leadership style.

Chapters:

00:00 - The Diary That Changed Everything

04:15 - An HR Wake-Up Call

07:30 - The Power of a Supportive Boss

12:05 - Ambition vs. Burnout

18:45 - Making Things Right with Travis

22:15 - Building Unity, Not Division

25:10 - Final Lessons: Tone, Trust, and Time

Host Alexa Beavers: linkedin.com/in/alexabeaverspmp

Guest Julie Deane: linkedin.com/in/jdeanekc

Executive Producer Jim Kanichirayil: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Music Credit: "Lost in Dreams" by Kulakovka