Intro In this episode of Strategies for Tomorrow's Leaders, I sit down with Jean Marie Callahan for a candid conversation about what it really takes to lead in uncertain times. From mindset shifts to practical tools, this episode covers the habits and practices leaders need to build trust, resilience, and engagement.

Summary We start with the personal side of leadership—resilience, authenticity, and presence—before moving into practical strategies leaders can use right away. Jean Marie shares how her own experiences shaped her perspective and why presence matters more than polish. We then dig into trust, communication, and feedback: what works, what doesn't, and how leaders can create environments where people feel steady even when circumstances aren't.

Highlights

• Resilience as adapting forward, not bouncing back

• Why presence and authenticity create stronger trust than "having all the answers"

• How personal stories shape leadership style

• Listening as a leadership superpower

• Consistency between words and actions as the foundation of trust

• Framing feedback as support rather than criticism

• Balancing empathy with accountability in real-world leadership

Key Takeaways & Next Steps

• Show up with honesty, not false certainty

• Practice being present and listening fully

• Build trust by aligning your actions with your words

• Use feedback as a way to grow people, not tear them down

• Apply these practices daily to foster resilient, engaged teams

Connect with Jean on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeancallahan-latinamericaexecutivesearch