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In this episode, we’re diving into why difficult conversations at work feel so hard—and how leaders can get better at having them. Using insights from neuroscience and practical strategies, you’ll learn how to prepare, stay calm, communicate clearly, and follow up in a way that builds trust and accountability.

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 As a leader, it’s easy to fall into the comparison trap — measuring your success against other people, jobs, or roles instead of staying focused on what matters most to you. Comparison can be useful when it sparks growth, but it becomes toxic when it drains your energy, causes you to doubt your path, and pulls you out of alignment with your purpose. The antidote is noticing when it’s happening, coming back to your own definition of success, and building from there. 

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 If you’ve ever ended the day with a glass of wine, a bag of chips, or a doom-scroll session and still felt stressed — you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re talking about why our usual coping strategies might not be working and what to do instead. You’ll learn the difference between numbing and resetting, how to recognize your stress signals earlier, and simple tools that actually help you feel better — long term. 

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Jen shares a real-life story about how her brain jumped to the wrong conclusion and what she did to stay grounded in the moment. She offers practical tools to help you stop believing everything your brain tells you—like noticing your physical response, questioning your thoughts, and getting curious instead of making assumptions.

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Jen normalizes imposter syndrome by sharing common thoughts high-achievers struggle with and why it’s so prevalent—even among the most successful. She offers practical strategies to recognize the inner script behind imposter feelings, question its truth, and move forward with self-trust and curiosity instead of self-doubt.

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Jen explores a question so many people are struggling with - should I stay or should I go? Learn why it feels difficult to make a decision, 3 important questions to ask yourself and 2 new ways to gain insight. Jen ends the episode reminding listeners that they always have choices, even when the decision is tough. 

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Jen dives into the uncomfortable but powerful experience of a vulnerability hangover—that self-doubt and regret that creeps in after you've put yourself out there in a big way. Instead of seeing it as a problem, we explore why it’s actually a sign of growth and courageous leadership. You’ll learn how to navigate the discomfort, resist the urge to backpedal, and trust that your authenticity is making a bigger impact than you realize.

Key Takeaways:

1. A vulnerability hangover isn’t a sign you did something wrong—it’s a sign you took a meaningful risk.
2. Resist the urge to downplay or undo your vulnerability—trust that it was valuable.
3. Self-compassion and perspective will help you move through the discomfort and grow as a leader.

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In this episode, Jen explores peak experiences—those rare, transformative moments that bring clarity, joy, and connection. She shares some of her own unforgettable moments in nature and leadership, along with tips on how you can intentionally create more of these powerful experiences in your life. Tune in for inspiration on stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing meaningful moments that shape who you are.

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Jen explores how past experiences shape our self-trust and how leaders can rebuild it. Key takeaways include: 

1. Self-trust is not about perfection.

2.  Leadership is hard! A high level of self-trust can make it easier.

3. Practice keeping small promises to yourself to strengthen self-trust.

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In this episode, we explore the power of emotions and how avoiding or resisting them can hold us back in both personal and professional life. Key takeaways: 

1. Feelings are simply bodily sensations, and learning to tolerate them gives us more control. 

2. Ignoring emotions doesn’t make them disappear—they surface in unhelpful ways, impacting our decisions and relationships. 

3. Curiosity can help us navigate difficult emotions, creating space for growth, new perspectives, and better leadership.

Research from the Vertical Development Institute: The Way OUT Is THROUGH: Contrasting Emotions and Vertical Development - Vertical Development Institute

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