Perseverance isn’t glamorous—but it’s the trait that keeps leaders standing when others quit. From small-scale failures to high-stakes setbacks, discover how to separate emotion from action, learn from mistakes, and keep moving forward. Build the resilience that turns leadership challenges into lasting influence.

Reflection Question
When was the last time you wanted to quit—and what helped you push through instead?

Leadership isn’t always inspiring speeches and big wins—it can hurt. But that pain isn’t a sign of failure. It’s a sign you’re working with real people, in real relationships. Learn why embracing the discomfort can make you a stronger, more respected leader—and build teams that achieve more together.

Reflection Question:
When was the last time leadership felt uncomfortable, and what did it teach you about yourself?

The unadvertised side of leadership is knowing how much to hold on—and how much to let go. Discover why the sweet spot between control and accountability is where trust, ownership, and results thrive, and how the wrong balance can quietly derail even the most talented teams.

Reflection question:
Where in your leadership do you need to loosen control or raise accountability to create greater ownership and trust?

The unadvertised side of leadership? Your mindset shapes your influence more than you think. Discover how a simple shift—from I can’t to How could I?—can turn roadblocks into breakthroughs. Learn from Bertha’s bold journey and see how growth thinking can transform your leadership and legacy.

Reflection Question
When faced with a challenge, what’s the first story you tell yourself—and how would that story change if you applied a growth mindset instead?

Leadership brings greater risk of burnout—yet few talk about it. Discover three powerful habits that help leaders avoid emotional exhaustion, maintain balance, and lead with clarity. Because protecting your wellbeing isn’t selfish—it’s essential if you want to sustain your influence and impact.

One of the most unadvertised parts of leadership? Facing your blind spots. In this episode, we explore how real growth comes not from praise, but from the honest feedback we often avoid. Great leaders don’t just speak—they listen, reflect, and grow from what they didn’t see coming.

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Leadership isn’t always about being quick to speak. Am I speaking to impress? Or am I slowing down to connect?

Being direct is often praised in leadership—but is it always best? In this episode, we bust the myth that bluntness equals effectiveness. Discover why clarity with kindness is what truly drives trust and impact. Learn how to lead conversations that are both honest and human.

More messages, more meetings, more updates... it feels like communication, but it often creates confusion. This episode challenges the idea that more communication leads to better results and shows why clarity, not quantity, is what teams actually need. Stop flooding inboxes—start speaking with focus.

Email feels safe—measured, efficient, professional. But when emotion is involved, written words can do more harm than good. In this episode, we explore why clarity on the screen doesn’t guarantee clarity in the mind—and why great leaders pick up the phone when it matters most. Comfort or connection? You choose.