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Most executive "teams" aren't really teams - they're high performers sharing airtime and reporting up. In this episode, Tegan and Maggie Gough unpack what actually makes a leadership team a team: shared enterprise goals, clear decision rights, and the ability to work through conflict without splintering. They talk about why so many strategies die after the deck is delivered, and how team coaching "in the field" creates traction without adding more meetings. If you're wondering why smart people keep spinning but the business isn't moving faster, this conversation will hit home.

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Ever feel like your plans look great on paper but don't survive contact with real life? Tegan and former co-host Katie Rasoul reunite to talk about how their approach to annual planning has softened, simplified, and become far more intuitive. They share what's changed, their Words of the Year for 2026, and why easing up on structure can actually create more meaning. It's a warm, grounded reset for anyone craving a gentler way into the new year.

Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/building-the-foundation-for-a-meaningful-year-katie-rasoul/

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Previous podcast episodes with Katie on end-of-year planning:

2019: Year-End Review and New Year Planning 3rd Edition

2018: Do Less and Be More in 2019

2017: How to Reflect on 2017 and Plan for 2018

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Some of the best leaders you know are running an invisible obstacle course every day. In this episode, host Tegan Trovato talks with Bright Arrow coach Cara Wilson about what it really means to be a neurodivergent leader - and how workplaces can do better. Cara opens up about discovering she's both ADHD and autistic later in life, the toll of masking at work, and the surprising rituals that help her recharge (yes, "coffin time" is a thing). Together, they explore how labels, language, and old leadership norms can unintentionally exclude brilliant minds, and what true inclusion actually looks like.

Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/coaching-neurodivergent-leaders-to-thrive-cara-wilson/

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Feeling off your game and can't figure out why? In this refreshingly honest episode, Tegan sits down with Dr. Amy Moon, founder of the New Moon Center for Women's Health, to talk about how hormones, metabolism, and menopause affect focus, energy, and mood. Dr. Moon debunks myths about hormone therapy, opens up about what women really need to know at midlife, and reminds us that thriving in leadership starts with taking care of ourselves first.

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North American Menopause Society (NAMS) — https://menopause.org - directory of certified practitioners can be found here

The Menopause Manifesto by Dr. Jen Gunter -https://drjengunter.com/the-menopause-manifesto/

Vagina Bible by Dr. Jen Gunter - https://drjengunter.com/vagina-bible/

The Gen Death Podcast by Dr. Jen Gunter - https://drjengunter.com/podcast/

Estrogen Matters by Dr. Avrum Bluming and Carol Tavris - https://estrogenmatters.com/

The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver - On Amazon

App ''Rosy'' - for sexual health and libido issues - Download here

OMG Yes - sexual wellness and female arousal content - OMG Yes Website

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New Moon Centre for Women's Health

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What if the real edge in leadership isn't about pushing harder, but about learning how to think, reset, and show up with clarity? In this episode, Tegan and Maggie's focus is on the practices that help leaders get into flow, manage energy, and keep burnout at bay. From carving out real thinking time to working that fine line between pressure and performance, it's an honest look at what it takes to perform at a high level and still feel human while doing it.

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What happens when "good enough" no longer cuts it? In this episode, Tegan Trovato and Bright Arrow's COO, Maggie Gough, dive into how AI is shaking up leadership at every level. From McKinsey's overhaul to the pressures facing mid-sized companies, they explore what leaders must do to balance speed with wisdom, adapt faster than ever, and protect the distinctly human skills of creativity, collaboration, and resilience. If you're wondering how to embrace AI without losing what only people can bring, this conversation is for you.

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Wall Street Journal article - ''AI is Coming for the Consultants''

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What if the real challenge isn't the chaos, but how you hold it? In this episode, Tegan gets real about leading through overwhelm, making high-stakes calls without all the data, and the quiet power of intuition. You'll hear practical, human strategies for staying grounded, protecting your energy, and building the kind of support every leader needs but rarely talks about.

Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/enhancing-executive-decision-making-how-to-make-better-choices-under-pressure/

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Is your executive team aligned - or just assuming they are? Tegan unpacks why even the best-laid strategic plans often stall after the boardroom - and what to do about it. From misaligned leadership approaches to the common failure to connect big goals to day-to-day operations, we break down what truly effective enterprise goal-setting looks like. Real stories, honest insight, and simple shifts that can make a massive difference.

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Ever screwed up at work and thought, "Well, that's it for me"? This episode is for you. Tegan is talking about what happens after a leadership misstep - and how owning your mistake can actually build more trust than pretending it never happened. From tough apologies to rebuilding relationships, it's a real look at how leaders recover, learn, and keep moving forward.

Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/bouncing-back-how-leaders-recover-from-professional-blunders/

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Why are so many top executives stepping away from their roles - and what kind of ripple effect does that create? This episode looks at the growing trend of C-suite turnover and the disruption it leaves in its wake. You'll hear what's pushing leaders to make their exits, how their departure impacts the wider team, and what kind of support is most needed during these transitions. There's also practical advice for new executives stepping in - how to set the tone early, build resilience, and avoid burning out before you've even settled in.

Grab all the links and resources mentioned in this episode at: https://www.brightarrowcoaching.com/navigating-the-tough-tides-of-executive-turnover/

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