We've All Done It: Leadership Development Tips for New & Struggling Leaders

By Kimberly J BenoitBusiness Education Self-Improvement Management

We've All Done It: Leadership Development Tips for New & Struggling Leaders episodes

July 06BEST OF: Navigating the Transition from Military to Corporate America featuring Kevin Green, Jr
In this episode, we hear about how Kevin Green, Jr navigated the challenging transition from leadership in the Air Force to Corporate America. He is vulnerable about the journey and shares key insights into the following:

Specific challenges (ie. language, terminology) with going from the military to a corporate role
Advice for military members about to make the leap or how are struggling now
Advice for hiring managers and leaders of former military in how to aid with the transition & truly understand their untapped potential
Tons of insight and wisdom in this one for everyone.

Kevin's Bio
Kevin Green is Vice President of Ochsner Health’s Community Health Centers. He oversees community focused clinic operations, community center engagement, social determinant of health initiatives, & health equity at five sites across the state of Louisiana. In his role, Kevin also co-leads Ochsner’s Healthy State efforts in managing chronic conditions and medical screenings. He joined Ochsner as a Strategic Program Manager in 2013. Kevin has held key roles leading interfacility patient flow logistics and system-wide Hospital Medicine physician practices.
As if that wasn't enough, Kevin is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force and has served over 25 years as a military officer. In those years, he served as 53 WRS Commanding officer or as what some of us know as “Hurricane Hunters”.
To learn more about Kevin, you can find him on LinkedIn.
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37 min
June 30Leadership Lessons: How to Reflect, Recharge, and Refocus Mid-Year
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Halfway through 2026, it's time to reflect on strategy, leadership, and personal growth. This episode covers key mid-year adjustments, upcoming events, and reflections on life milestones.
Why taking a strategic pause in July is essential for solopreneurs and business leaders
Preview of the upcoming August leadership summit and what to expect
How to approach resistance and leverage it as a driver for success
Lessons on integrating AI thoughtfully and managing legal risks in business
Reflections on big life milestones and the importance of appreciating progress
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22 min
June 21Career Change After the Dream Job: Jaime Blair Talks Letting Go and Redefining What Success Means
In this episode, entrepreneur and copywriter Jamie Blair shares her journey from running her own business in the U.S. to relocating to Malta. She openly discusses the realities versus perceptions of when the dream life on paper doesn't match the lived experience and the difficult decisions that come with personal and professional growth.
How Jamie pivoted from her copywriting business to a new chapter abroad
The day-to-day realities of living the self-employed “dream” versus the social media version
Facing burnout, losing passion for your business, and making big changes
The emotional impact and self-talk around quitting and starting new
The importance of self-trust and reframing “sunk costs” on your personal journey
To learn more about Jaime:
Jaime is a brand storyteller and copywriter. She helps businesses uncover the unique story that captures who they are, what they do, and why it matters. Then she turns it into website copy that makes their ideal clients obsessed. Committed to following intuition over convention, she packed two suitcases and her cat and moved to Malta three years ago. Since then she's been figuring out life like everyone else, just with a dreamy sixteenth-century Mediterranean village as a backdrop.
website: jaimeblair.com
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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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42 min
June 08Workplace Incivility: The Real Cost of Rudeness and How Leaders Can Fix It with John O'Brien
Dr. John O'. Brien joins the show to discuss the real-world impact of rudeness and incivility in both the workplace and at home. Discover the science, strategies, and cultural influences behind everyday interactions.
Defining incivility and its unintentional vs. intentional aspects
The psychological and physical effects of rudeness on individuals and teams
How virtual communication can fuel misunderstandings and negative reactions
The role of culture, region, and generational factors in perceived rudeness
Practical techniques for leaders and individuals to address and reduce incivility
Learn more about Dr. O'Brien:
Today’s guest is Dr. John O’Brien, is a psychologist, professional speaker, executive coach, and author based in Portland, Maine. John’s work focuses on helping people and organizations bring more civility, calm, and compassion into everyday life. He is the author of “Rudeness Rehab: Reclaiming Civility in the Workplace and Your Home Space”, a book that blends humor, heart, and science to explore how we can stay grounded and kind—even when stress runs high. John’s engaging style and practical insights have made him a trusted voice on emotional well-being, communication, and personal resilience.
Contact him here: https://linktr.ee/activatesuccess
Schedule your FOCUS Session today: https://calendly.com/kimberlyjbenoit/focus-session
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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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39 min
May 31Why How You Lead Matters More Than What You Decide
Every leader faces moments where they have to deliver hard news, make tough calls, or drive change their team didn't ask for. Most leaders focus all their energy on making the right decision. But here's what the best leaders understand — it's not the decision that defines your leadership. It's how you deliver it.

In this episode, we explore why the how of leadership matters more than the what, and how the small everyday moments — how you respond to a mistake, how you run a meeting, how you give credit — quietly shape your team's trust, culture, and performance over time.

Whether you're a seasoned executive or a first-time manager, this episode will challenge you to think differently about your leadership presence and give you practical ways to close the gap between the leader you intend to be and the one your team actually experiences.

In this episode you'll learn:
Why the right decision can still damage team trust
The four most common ways leaders get the how wrong
What great leadership communication actually looks like in practice
A simple challenge to apply this week with your own team

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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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18 min
May 18Key Takeaways from the Power of Your People Summit
Missed some sessions? You can still grab a seat! Grab a Pass to the Power of Your People Summit!
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the recent Power of Your People Leadership Summit and what it takes to pull off an event like this. Learn what real leadership lessons stuck with Kimberly Benoit and practical takeaways you can apply.
What went into organizing the leadership summit and why the latest episode was delayed
Key topics and powerful sessions from the summit, including financial wellness, feedback, and AI
The difference between knowing the right thing and actually doing it as a leader
Real-world challenges of asking for help and overcoming the overachiever mindset
Upcoming August summit details and how to access resources from past events
Support the show
To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!
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18 min
May 03Leadership Skills for Burnout, AI Disruption & Difficult Conversations | Power of Your People
Register for Power of Your People HERE: https://poyp26.kimberlyjbenoit.com/?sc=Lk4xlJo8&ac=HsMR77Rg
Join Kimberly Benoit as she breaks down the upcoming Power of Your People Summit focused on practical leadership during uncertain times. Get the info you need to help your team thrive, not just survive.
Key reasons leaders and teams are struggling right now
Overview of the Power of Your People Summit (May 12-14, 2026)
Expert panels and sessions on topics like burnout, tough conversations, AI anxiety, and succession planning
How the Daily Huddle sessions foster peer learning and real support
Details on free registration, all-access pass options, and who should attend
#Leadership #TeamManagement #WorkplaceWellness #PeopleSummit #AIDisruption
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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!
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26 min
April 27Why Employees Are Setting Boundaries and What Leaders Can Do About It
Register now for Susan's upcoming Power of Your People Session: https://poyp26.kimberlyjbenoit.com/?sc=Lk4xlJo8&ac=HsMR77Rg
Explore the realities of today’s workplace with Susan Bittner, Strategy Consultant, Talent Developer, Speaker, and Organizational Development expert, as we discuss employee engagement, the evolving job market, and why the “B+ employee” mindset matters more than ever. This episode cuts through the noise on quiet quitting, burnout, and what companies need to do to adapt.
The impact of a tightening job market on employee engagement and succession planning
Why quiet quitting and burnout are on the rise—and what’s really fueling these trends
The outdated expectations around loyalty, promotion, and the “grind culture”
What the rise of the B+ employee means for organizations and workers alike
Practical strategies for leaders to create healthier, more sustainable workplaces
More about Susan:
Susan is a highly respected Strategy Consultant, Talent Developer, Speaker, and Organizational Development expert dedicated to helping leaders ignite their best selves. With over two decades of leadership experience in banking, healthcare, agriculture, technology, consulting, and publishing, she brings deep empathy and firsthand insight into the challenges and rewards of leadership. Whether working with clients one-on-one or crafting a strategy for a large organization, her style is always centered on each client’s needs, candid, compassionate, bold, and infused with humor.
She has shaped end-to-end talent strategies for over 16,000 employees, led national action planning, engaged audiences from the stage, and directed the Talent Strategy and Executive Coaching division of a 21-location firm. Skilled in strengths-based coaching and several behavioral assessments including The Harrison Assessment, Myers-Briggs, DiSC, Clifton Strengths ™ and Leadership Circle™, she seamlessly integrates these tools to support meaningful growth
Website:https://www.susanbittner.com/
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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!
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Special thanks to Esplanade Studios for mastering support & Melissa Argyle Designs. Music by Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay

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43 min
April 19Stay Conversations: How to Retain High Performers Before They Quit
Your high performers aren't telling you they're unhappy—until they hand in their resignation. By the time you're conducting an exit interview, it's too late. The solution? Stay interviews.
In this episode, I break down the proactive conversation framework that helps 74% of companies prevent 75% of departures. You'll learn:
The 5 core questions that uncover why people stay (and what might make them leave)
How to create psychological safety so high performers tell you the truth
What to do with the information once you get it—because listening without action destroys trust
The unique needs of high performers and how to address them
When to have these conversations (and common timing mistakes to avoid)
With only 28% of organizations conducting stay interviews, this is your competitive advantage. Stop losing your best people because you didn't ask the right questions at the right time.
Support the show
To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!
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23 min
April 05Breaking Out of Firefighter Mode: Creating Thriving Environments in Leadership
Want more on People-First AI? Maximus Lih will be speaking at the Power of Your People Leadership Summit in May— FREE registration HERE.
Leadership isn’t about putting out fires—it's about building systems that prevent them. In this episode, Maximus Lih shares practical strategies for moving from firefighter to fire chief so you can empower your people and scale your impact.
The difference between hero (firefighter) vs. host (fire chief) mindsets in leadership
Recognizing when you’re stuck in problem-solving mode and how to shift
How to effectively allocate your time between high performers and struggling team members
Using agency instead of control to develop your team and yourself
Practical advice for leading through layoffs, change, and resource constraints
More about Maximos Lih:
Maximos Lih is an Executive Coach and founder of Emboldened LLC, where he helps small teams scale without losing their edge and leaders grow with purpose and trust. His leadership philosophy was shaped by his grandfather—a self-taught orphan who became a four-star general—who taught him that true greatness is measured by how you make people feel. After immigrating to the U.S. and graduating from UC Berkeley, Maximos joined Google, where he specialized in recruiting top engineering talent before moving to Google Ventures. There, he guided hundreds of founders through rapid growth, witnessing companies like Uber and Flatiron Health scale at remarkable speed. Today, he draws on those experiences to coach the next generation of leaders in building mission-driven, high-performing teams.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maximoslih/
#leadership #heromentality #firefightermindset #management #empowerment #agency #startupculture #GoogleVentures #HR #environment #highperformers #problemsolving #micromanagement #decisionmaking #performancemanagement #teamdynamics #controlvsagency #layoffs #resilience #AI #productivity #communication #rolemodels #boundaries #workculture #peoplefirst #leadershipsummit
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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!
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Special thanks to Esplanade Studios for mastering support & Melissa Argyle Designs. Music by Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay

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49 min

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