What does a binder have to do with leadership?In this mini episode, Kathy Knichel shares how something as simple as documenting what she learned in her role actually helped her build confidence and set the next person up for success.We also talk about what it really means to help people succeed and making sure they don't have to start from zero.A simple story with a pretty good leadership lesson.Listen to my full conversation with Kathy, at <a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/1574992/episodes/11641867'>Ep 43, here</a>. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

What does a binder have to do with leadership? In this mini episode, Kathy Knichel shares how something as simple as documenting what she learned in her role actually helped her build confidence and set the next person up for success. We also talk about what it really means to help people succeed and making sure they don't have to start from zero. A simple story with a pretty good leadership lesson. Listen to my full conversation with Kathy, at Ep 43, here. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

What does a binder have to do with leadership?In this mini episode, Kathy Knichel shares how something as simple as documenting what she learned in her role actually helped her build confidence and set the next person up for success.We also talk about what it really means to help people succeed and making sure they don't have to start from zero.A simple story with a pretty good leadership lesson.Listen to my full conversation with Kathy, at <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1574992/episodes/11641867" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ep 43, here</a>.&nbsp;Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

Building Confidence by Building Binders| Mini with Kathy Knichel | Ep 89

What if you approached a difficult conversation by assuming the most generous explanation for the other person’s behavior?In this mini episode, Sara revisits an early conversation with Brooke Brzozowske about compassionate leadership and handling conflict with curiosity instead of jumping to conclusions.Brooke shares a real leadership moment involving a direct report, what she learned by slowing down and listening, and why sometimes the best way forward is to meet someone where they are.In this episode:<ul><li>Approaching difficult conversations with curiosity and generosity</li><li>How our assumptions shape the way we lead</li><li>Listening before jumping into problem-solving</li><li>Balancing clear expectations with compassion</li><li>Meeting people where they are</li></ul>Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

What if you approached a difficult conversation by assuming the most generous explanation for the other person’s behavior? In this mini episode, Sara revisits an early conversation with Brooke Brzozowske about compassionate leadership and handling conflict with curiosity instead of jumping to conclusions. Brooke shares a real leadership moment involving a direct report, what she learned by slowing down and listening, and why sometimes the best way forward is to meet someone where they are. In this episode:Approaching difficult conversations with curiosity and generosityHow our assumptions shape the way we leadListening before jumping into problem-solvingBalancing clear expectations with compassionMeeting people where they areThanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

What if you approached a difficult conversation by assuming the most generous explanation for the other person’s behavior?In this mini episode, Sara revisits an early conversation with Brooke Brzozowske about compassionate leadership and handling conflict with curiosity instead of jumping to conclusions.Brooke shares a real leadership moment involving a direct report, what she learned by slowing down and listening, and why sometimes the best way forward is to meet someone where they are.In this episode:<ul><li>Approaching difficult conversations with curiosity and generosity</li><li>How our assumptions shape the way we lead</li><li>Listening before jumping into problem-solving</li><li>Balancing clear expectations with compassion</li><li>Meeting people where they are</li></ul>Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

Difficult Conversations & Compassionate Leadership| Mini with Brooke Brzozowske | Ep 88

What happens when your team goes quiet?You ask, “Does anyone have any questions or concerns?” and there's crickets. Sometimes that silence isn't about your team. It might be about how they experience your power as a leader.In this episode of Lead Into It, Sara Greco breaks down the five types of power in leadership and how the way you use them can either build trust and psychological safety or accidentally create silence.Sara also explores the connection between leadership power and psychological safety, including why psychological safety doesn't mean lowering the bar or avoiding accountability.In this episode, you'll learn:<ul><li>The five types of power and how they show up in everyday leadership</li><li>How your leadership style can influence whether your team speaks up or stays quiet</li><li>Why compliance isn't the same as commitment</li><li>How coercive power can get short-term results while damaging long-term trust</li><li>Why expert and referent power are so important for effective leadership</li><li>What psychological safety actually means for managers</li><li>How to hold people accountable while still creating a culture of learning</li><li>Practical phrases you can use to encourage more honest communication</li></ul> <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/e536a03514'>Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace: </a>The workbook includes an overview of the five types of power, reflection questions to help you identify where you tend to default, and practical questions and phrases you can use with your team.Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

What happens when your team goes quiet? You ask, “Does anyone have any questions or concerns?” and there's crickets. Sometimes that silence isn't about your team. It might be about how they experience your power as a leader. In this episode of Lead Into It, Sara Greco breaks down the five types of power in leadership and how the way you use them can either build trust and psychological safety or accidentally create silence. Sara also explores the connection between leadership power and psychological safety, including why psychological safety doesn't mean lowering the bar or avoiding accountability. In this episode, you'll learn:The five types of power and how they show up in everyday leadershipHow your leadership style can influence whether your team speaks up or stays quietWhy compliance isn't the same as commitmentHow coercive power can get short-term results while damaging long-term trustWhy expert and referent power are so important for effective leadershipWhat psychological safety actually means for managersHow to hold people accountable while still creating a culture of learningPractical phrases you can use to encourage more honest communication Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace: The workbook includes an overview of the five types of power, reflection questions to help you identify where you tend to default, and practical questions and phrases you can use with your team. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

What happens when your team goes quiet?You ask, “Does anyone have any questions or concerns?” and there's crickets.&nbsp;Sometimes that silence isn't about your team. It might be about how they experience your power as a leader.In this episode of Lead Into It, Sara Greco breaks down the five types of power in leadership and how the way you use them can either build trust and psychological safety or accidentally create silence.Sara also explores the connection between leadership power and psychological safety, including why psychological safety doesn't mean lowering the bar or avoiding accountability.In this episode, you'll learn:<ul><li>The five types of power and how they show up in everyday leadership</li><li>How your leadership style can influence whether your team speaks up or stays quiet</li><li>Why compliance isn't the same as commitment</li><li>How coercive power can get short-term results while damaging long-term trust</li><li>Why expert and referent power are so important for effective leadership</li><li>What psychological safety actually means for managers</li><li>How to hold people accountable while still creating a culture of learning</li><li>Practical phrases you can use to encourage more honest communication</li></ul> <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/e536a03514" rel="noopener noreferrer">Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace: </a>The workbook includes an overview of the five types of power, reflection questions to help you identify where you tend to default, and practical questions and phrases you can use with your team.Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

The 5 Types of Power in Leadership: Are You Building Trust or Creating Silence? | Ep 87

It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of <a href='https://www.buzzsprout.com/1574992/7033399'>Episode 10: Setting Expectations and Building Teams with Derek Whisenhunt</a>. In this part of the episode, Derek shares steps on how to set expectations for your team. This is great for new leaders or those looking to establish more aligned and clearer expectations for their teams.  _______________________________________<a href='http://www.leadintoit.co/'>www.leadintoit.co</a>  Reach out to Sara: <a href='mailto:hello@leadintoit.co'>hello@leadintoit.co</a> Instagram:<a href='https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/'> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href='https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit'> @leadintoit</a>Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 10: Setting Expectations and Building Teams with Derek Whisenhunt. In this part of the episode, Derek shares steps on how to set expectations for your team. This is great for new leaders or those looking to establish more aligned and clearer expectations for their teams. _______________________________________ www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoit Facebook: @leadintoit Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of <a href="https://www.buzzsprout.com/1574992/7033399" rel="noopener noreferrer">Episode 10: Setting Expectations and Building Teams with Derek Whisenhunt</a>. In this part of the episode, Derek shares steps on how to set expectations for your team. This is great for new leaders or those looking to establish more aligned and clearer expectations for their teams.&nbsp; _______________________________________<a href="http://www.leadintoit.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.leadintoit.co</a> &nbsp;Reach out to Sara: <a href="mailto:hello@leadintoit.co" rel="noopener noreferrer">hello@leadintoit.co</a>&nbsp;Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit</a>Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com&nbsp; &nbsp;DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.&nbsp;Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

Coffee Break with Derek Whisenhunt RE: How to Set Expectations for your Team

This week, on the FIRST episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear five leadership lessons I learned so far in my career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways. <a href='http://www.leadintoit.co/'>www.leadintoit.co</a>  Reach out to Sara: <a href='mailto:hello@leadintoit.co'>hello@leadintoit.co</a> Instagram:<a href='https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/'> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href='https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit'> @leadintoit</a>Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

This week, on the FIRST episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear five leadership lessons I learned so far in my career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways. www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoit Facebook: @leadintoit Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

This week, on the FIRST episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear five leadership lessons I learned so far in my career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.leadintoit.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.leadintoit.co</a> &nbsp;Reach out to Sara: <a href="mailto:hello@leadintoit.co" rel="noopener noreferrer">hello@leadintoit.co</a>&nbsp;Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit</a>Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

1. Five Leadership Lessons from Sara

In this “pre” episode of the Lead Into It Podcast, find out where I got my passion for leadership and why I decided to start a podcast on leadership. <a href='http://www.leadintoit.co/'>www.leadintoit.co</a>  Reach out to Sara: <a href='mailto:hello@leadintoit.co'>hello@leadintoit.co</a> Instagram:<a href='https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/'> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href='https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit'> @leadintoit</a>DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href='https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr'>Instagram</a> and<a href='https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/'> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href='https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56'>newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

In this “pre” episode of the Lead Into It Podcast, find out where I got my passion for leadership and why I decided to start a podcast on leadership. www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoit Facebook: @leadintoit DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, or subscribe to my weekly newsletter. Excited to be here with you!

In this “pre” episode of the Lead Into It Podcast, find out where I got my passion for leadership and why I decided to start a podcast on leadership.&nbsp;<a href="http://www.leadintoit.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.leadintoit.co</a> &nbsp;Reach out to Sara: <a href="mailto:hello@leadintoit.co" rel="noopener noreferrer">hello@leadintoit.co</a>&nbsp;Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/leadintoit/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit </a>Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/leadintoit" rel="noopener noreferrer"> @leadintoit</a>DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.&nbsp;Thanks for listening!! Let’s keep the conversation going: Connect with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sara_greco_coaching?igsh=MTU1Y2l0c25iaHpjYQ%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/saragreco33/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> LinkedIn</a>, or subscribe to my weekly <a href="https://leadintoit.kit.com/cae828cc56" rel="noopener noreferrer">newsletter</a>. Excited to be here with you!

0. The Girl Behind the Mic

This week on the very first episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear the five leadership lessons Sara learned in her career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways. Send questions or reach out at email: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com. Follow our Instagram @leadintoit

This week on the very first episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear the five leadership lessons Sara learned in her career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways. Send questions or reach out at email: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com. Follow our Instagram @leadintoit

This week on the very first episode of the Lead into it Podcast, hear the five leadership lessons Sara learned in her career. This episode might be short but has some great takeaways.&nbsp;Send questions or reach out at email: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com.&nbsp;Follow our&nbsp;Instagram @leadintoit

1. Five Leadership Lessons Learned

Lead Into It is a leadership podcast for managers, emerging leaders, and professionals who are trying to figure out how to lead well without completely losing themselves in the process. I'm Sara Greco: a leadership coach, Air Force leader, and someone who has spent a lot of time thinking (and probably overthinking) about what makes a good leader. On the show, we talk about the real-life side of leadership: managing people, having difficult conversations, building confidence, setting boundaries, managing up, leading through change, and figuring out what the heck you're doing when you suddenly find yourself in charge. Some episodes are conversations with people who have interesting stories and lessons to share about leadership, career growth, communication, and personal development. Others are just me, talking through a leadership lesson, a question I've been thinking about, or something I've learned the hard way. If you're a new or mid-level manager, an emerging leader, or you're somewhere in your career thinking, “Okay...what's next?” you're in the right place. I'm glad you're here.&nbsp;Grab your coffee and let's get into it.

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Lead Into It is a leadership podcast for managers, emerging leaders, and professionals who are trying to figure out how to lead well without completely losing themselves in the process. I'm Sara Greco: a leadership coach, Air Force leader, and someone who has spent a lot of time thinking (and probably overthinking) about what makes a good leader. On the show, we talk about the real-life side of leadership: managing people, having difficult conversations, building confidence, setting boundaries, managing up, leading through change, and figuring out what the heck you're doing when you suddenly find yourself in charge. Some episodes are conversations with people who have interesting stories and lessons to share about leadership, career growth, communication, and personal development. Others are just me, talking through a leadership lesson, a question I've been thinking about, or something I've learned the hard way. If you're a new or mid-level manager, an emerging leader, or you're somewhere in your career thinking, “Okay...what's next?” you're in the right place. I'm glad you're here. Grab your coffee and let's get into it.

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