Podcast Episode Title: 
“Navigating the Shifting Landscape w/ Tessa Tubbs”

Show Description: 
In this episode of The Mostly Middle Tennessee Business Podcast, host and guests gather at the Tremont Mansion during TEDx Old Hickory for an insightful conversation with leadership expert Tessa Tubbs. Explore the life transitions from snowy New York to Dallas, shifting generational values in the workplace, and what it takes to lead (and follow) in an era defined by change and technology. Tessa shares her personal journey, leadership philosophy, and practical tips on developing self-awareness and adaptability. 

Episode Highlights:
The importance of followership and why not everyone needs to be a leader

Changing expectations across generations: from Boomers to Gen Z and beyond

The evolving value of vocational training versus college degrees

How technology and AI are reshaping career paths and required skills

Tessa Tubbs’ three core leadership competencies: strategy, execution, influence—and the foundation of self-awareness

Tips on preparing for high-stakes talks by leveraging visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning

The power of empathy and authenticity in modern leadership and content creation

Honest advice for young professionals and parents navigating career and life pressures

Whether you’re interested in authentic leadership, AI-proofing your career, or understanding the multi-generational workforce, this episode offers valuable takeaways for business professionals and aspiring leaders alike.

Follow Tessa:
https://tessatubbs.com/about-us/

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