Lead with Less

This week I dive deep into the often-avoided territory of dealing with “difficult” people and situations. Inspired by a poignant message from a podcast listener, I share why addressing these challenges is crucial, especially as you climb the professional ladder.

I dissect what makes these interactions feel difficult, and explore how you can approach courageous conversations so that you can move from discomfort to growth, ultimately paving the way for greater understanding and collaboration at work and in life.

In this episode you will learn:

If you know that your mindset is blocking you from dealing with difficult situations or people, and having courageous conversations, please reach out. I can help you move through those barriers with 1:1 Coaching. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

Are you enjoying the Lead With Less podcast? You can leave a review on Apple or Spotify, or submit a question in the Q&A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! 

FREE QUIZ:  Find out your Leadership style - Which iconic movie character are you? 

Resources Mentioned:
EP34 - The Coaching Approach; Essential Skill #3 for Professionals
EP35 - Cultivating Strategic Thinking; Essential Skill #4 for Professionals

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Website: tashpieterse.com
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In this episode of Lead With Less, I explore the fifth and final essential skill that professionals need: Emotional Regulation – the ability to recognise, understand, and manage your emotional and energetic state.

I was never really good at this, but as I stepped up in my career and tried to outgrow very unhealthy personal life behaviours, I relied heavily on emotional regulation and my ability to do it, especially in really hard situations

If this is something that you’re struggling with too, today’s episode will provide you with practical strategies to help you start increasing your emotional regulation, leading to positive change and a greater sense of control.

In this episode you will learn:

I would love to know what your key takeaways were from this episode, and what action you are going to take to create meaningful change. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

If you’re enjoying the Lead With Less podcast, you can leave a review on Apple or Spotify. Alternatively, submit a question in the Q&A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! 

Resources Mentioned:
Energy Fillers Guide
Boundaries Workshop 


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In this episode, I sit down with Jacob Lawrie, a marketing, brand, and people leader who shares openly about his career journey and the transition from being a team member to a leader. 

Jacob currently leads Marketing at Projectworks, a software startup that serves the professional services industry. Prior to that he's held a combination of strategic, people, and functional leadership positions across marketing & design. He describes himself as an accidental marketer, but his desire to solve problems, connect meaningfully with people and to grow is what keeps him there.

If you’re navigating your career path towards a leadership role, or seeking to enhance your leadership skills, this episode will provide you with valuable insights and practical advice. 

You will learn about:

We would love to know if you found this episode helpful, or if you have any questions for Jacob make sure you reach out to him on LinkedIn (link below). 

If you’re enjoying the Lead With Less podcast, you can leave a review on Apple or Spotify. Alternatively, submit a question in the Q&A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you! 

Learn more about my V.I.P Leaders Programme 

Connect with Jacob:
LinkedIn:  Jacob Lawrie

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Website: tashpieterse.com
Instagram: @tash_pieterse
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This week, I cover the fourth essential skill that professionals need for career growth and success – strategic thinking. This was key for me to step into senior roles and people leadership roles, and gave me the ability to think bigger than the immediate tasks. Strategic thinking also helped me to connect how things fit together, and ultimately deliver on a goal that was further in the future.

I am share with you the key traits of strategic thinkers and practical strategies for developing these skills, whilst also offering you actionable guidance that will help you navigate your career path more effectively.

The final episode in the mini series on essential skills for professionals will conclude on 27th March, so make sure you also come back for that one.

In this episode you will learn:

What key trait are you going to focus on first? I would love to hear from you. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

If you’re enjoying the Lead With Less podcast, you can leave a review on Apple or Spotify. Alternatively, submit a question in the Q&A section on Spotify and we’ll get back to you!

Resources Mentioned:
EP27 - Strategically Plan for Clarity, Confidence & Energy
EP29 - The Power of Deciding

Learn more about the Confidently Thriving Programme

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Website: tashpieterse.com
Instagram: @tash_pieterse
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In this episode, I talk about the importance of adopting a coaching approach in professional interactions. I explore why coaching is a powerful skill, the tension between being a manager and a leader, the essential steps to implementing a coaching approach, and mindset reminders for success.

This is the third part in the mini series on essential skills for professionals, helping you to expand in your career without stress or overwhelm.

To check out the past episodes, see the links below, and make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you’re notified when essential skill #4 and #5 are out.

In this episode you will learn about:

What is your current experience with coaching? I would love to find out if you’ve had coaching across your career, or if this episode helped you think about how you want to lead the people around you. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

If you’re enjoying the Lead With Less podcast, you can also leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

 Resources Mentioned:
EP31 - A Solid Mindset, Essential Skill #1 for Professionals 
EP33 - Building Trust & Respect, Essential Skill #2 for Professionals

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Website: tashpieterse.com 

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This week’s episode is the second in the mini series on essential skills for professionals, and today I am talking about trusting relationships.

Building trusting relationships is a foundation for sustainable career growth. By fostering trust and respect, professionals like you can unlock commitment, navigate challenges, and create a fulfilling and successful career path.

If you’re looking to enhance your professional relationships and advance in your career, this episode will provide you with actionable insights to help you get there.  

You will learn about:

I would love to hear from you if you’d like to share your reflections and insights from this episode with me, feel free to get in touch via Instagram or LinkedIn. 

Over the next few weeks I will be diving into more essential skills for professionals, so make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast so you know when each episode is out.

You can also leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

Resources Mentioned:
EP31 - A Solid Mindset, Essential Skill #1 for Professionals

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Confidently Thriving Programme

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Website: tashpieterse.com
Instagram: @tash_pieterse
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This week I am joined by Brittany Wilde, a seasoned Brain Health Practitioner, High Performance Coach, and Strength & Conditioning Coach with over 15 years of experience. Brittany shares the journey that has shaped her into the expert she is today, including the pivotal moments, challenges, and insights that led her to work with individuals using applied neuroscience.

Brittany opens up about how high-performance living has transformed her life, providing concrete examples and actionable recommendations that you can apply to your daily routine. 

You will learn about:

I would love to know what your key takeaways were from this episode. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

Don’t forget to leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

Connect with Brittany:
Website: brittanywilde.com and theelitemind.co 
Instagram: @iambrittanywilde

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Website: tashpieterse.com
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Are you looking to expand in your career without succumbing to stress and overwhelm? This week I’m talking about the first essential skill to cultivate for professionals seeking growth without sacrifice – a solid and curious mindset.

This episode is the start of a mini series on essential skills, so make sure you tune into the other upcoming episodes where I dive into more valuable practices.

Today you will learn about:

What did you take away from this episode and how will you start being more curious and open to learning from diverse sources? I’d love to know! 

After listening to this episode feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

Don’t forget to leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

Resources Mentioned:
Ep6 - Busting Leadership Myths & Embracing Your Inner Leader
Ep27 - Strategically Plan for Clarity, Confidence & Energy
[Book] ‘Mindset’ by Carol Dweck

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In today's episode I'm diving into the essential skills that professionals need to thrive – a topic that's close to my heart after noticing a common gap in professional development during my 1:1 coaching sessions with seasoned leaders.

Specifically the oversight of crucial human skills like mindset, courageous conversations, energy management and more.

I am also going to share information on my new programme ‘Confidently Thriving’, which I created to bridge the gap by equipping established professionals like you with the skills needed for a truly fulfilling career and life. 

You will learn about:

Which skill do you feel needs to be the focus point in your career? I’d love to know!

If you want to work with me to build, take practical action, and expand your career with these five essential skills, then make sure to join the Confidently Thriving interest list. Information is going to be going to out this week and registrations will be open.

This is going to be the best programme for you step up and lead in your career whether you’re a specialised expert or moving into people leadership. Join the list here.

After listening to this episode feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

Don’t forget to leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

Resources Mentioned:
Ep6 - Busting Leadership Myths & Embracing Your Inner Leader

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Confidently Thriving Programme Waitlist

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Website: tashpieterse.com
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Renowned leadership expert John Maxwell aptly states, "Life is a matter of choices, and every choice you make makes you."

Following on from recent episodes on strategic planning and Kyle's journey to intentionally creating his own experience, today I explore why deciding matters and how it shapes your reality.

I also talk about the profound impact decisions have on everyone's lives, and how decision-making can be the key to unlocking your desired future. 

You will learn about:

Be the decider of your life. Don’t let others decide for you - as you may not always like where those decisions take you. Instead, powerfully decide and create your own path and watch how things unfold in incredible ways.

I’d love to know which area of decision making you’re going to focus on first, that will have the most power for you. Feel free to get in touch with me via Instagram or LinkedIn.

Don’t forget to leave a review on either Apple or Spotify. Your support here will help push the podcast to a wider audience and help even more confident professionals thrive in their careers and lives!

FREE QUIZ:  Find out your Leadership style - Which iconic movie character are you? 

Resources Mentioned:
Ep27 - Strategically PLanning for Clarity, Confidence & Energy
Personal Values Assessment: https://personalvalu.es/

Connect with me:
Website: tashpieterse.com
Instagram: @tash_pieterse
LinkedIn: tashpieterse