Being [at Work] – Détails, épisodes et analyse

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

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About Andrea Butcher

Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).

Connect with Andrea

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/

Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events

What happens when the very idea of "success" you've chased your whole life suddenly disappears? Maybe you're standing at a career crossroads and wondering, "Who am I if I'm not climbing the next mountain?" The pressure to "level up" can be exhausting. If you're feeling that nudge to redefine success and finally build a life that feels like yours, this episode is for you.

Meet Kevin Lingg, founder of Loaded Dough Cookie Co. After more than 20 years in leadership roles, Kevin's life and career took an unexpected turn. He lost his job. And like many of us, he thought the next step was to find another one, a bigger role, a new challenge, another title.  Underneath that drive was a lot of ego. At the time, Kevin had a cookie business, a small, joyful side venture he couldn't imagine turning into his next chapter. It felt too small. But eventually, he let go of what success was supposed to look like and started asking a different question — What if smaller could actually mean freer?

Kevin shares what he's learned about redefining identity, letting go of ego to embrace a more fulfilling path, and applying decades of leadership lessons when you are your own team of one. 

We're not romanticizing loss or glossing over real fears about money, ego, and uncertainty. We're exploring what it means to redefine success on your own terms, without burning the boats or taking risks that don't fit your wiring.

Chapter Highlights

(00:00) What happens when everything you've built your identity around suddenly disappears?

(03:50) How we get caught in the trap of leveling up and achieving "more"

(05:51) How smart money moves create future options

(10:22) Turning "just a fun project" into a sustainable business without all the pressure

(20:10) The mindset shift Kevin made about his own value

(21:36) Kevin's step-by-step, low-risk approach to creating a business that fit his life

(26:16) What to do when you're feeling the nudge to leave your corporate role

Connect with Kevin Lingg

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinlingg/

https://loadeddough.com/

About Andrea Butcher

Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).

Connect with Andrea

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/

Connect with Andrea Butcher on LinkedIn 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/

Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

About Andrea Butcher

Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).

Connect with Andrea

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/

Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Events

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/events

What if the only thing standing between you and your biggest, boldest dream… is the voice in your own head? There's this tug-of-war between your gut knowing and the "logical" part of yourself that insists you have to figure it all out before you leap. If you've ever felt stuck because you didn't have every last detail buttoned up, you're not alone. We live in a world that trains us to crave certainty, and that pressure can feel absolutely paralyzing.

But what if the real power move, the actual leap forward, isn't about having a flawless plan? What if it's about trusting yourself enough to take that first step—even when your head says, "Not yet!" That's exactly the heart of today's episode.

Karen Stahl, Owner of Moake Park Group, takes us on her journey from team member to business owner.  This episode is a masterclass in courageous ownership and following your intuition—especially in the face of fear and all those "what ifs." We dig deep on letting go of perfectionism, building trust in yourself, and recognizing that the best growth happens when you step up, even without a safety net.

We're talking about a real-life, honest-to-goodness story of leadership that celebrates imperfection, vulnerability, and hard-won lessons. We're here to remind each other that growth is messy, intuition is a superpower, and that you already have more wisdom and courage inside you than you might realize.

Chapter Highlights

(00:00)  What Does it Look Like to Trust Your Gut When Your Head is Full of Doubt?          (01:45)  Why Trusting Your Gut Can Beat Having a Flawless Plan
(07:30)  What People Usually Get Wrong About Readiness.                                                    (09:00)  Karen's Unexpected Journey from Team Member to Owner
(11:45)  The Power of Starting Before You're Ready
(15:15)  The Importance of Sharing Your Story and Backing Yourself                                      (20:18)  Why Intuition is an Underrated Superpower                                                                (28:58)  How to Build Trust in Your Intuition

Connect with Karen Stahl

https://www.moakepark.com/

About Andrea Butcher

Andrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).

Connect with Andrea

https://www.abundantempowerment.com/

Connect with Andrea Butcher on LinkedIn 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Now, if you're in the midst of a challenging time, our goal at HRD is to help remind and encourage you no matter the situation you're in.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

Resources:

• HRD: https://hrdleadership.com/podcasts/

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Now, if you're in the midst of a challenging time, our goal at HRD is to help remind and encourage you no matter the situation you're in.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

Resources:

• HRD: https://hrdleadership.com/podcasts/

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Now, if you're in the midst of a challenging time, our goal at HRD is to help remind and encourage you no matter the situation you're in.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

Resources:

• HRD: https://hrdleadership.com/podcasts/

Nicole D'Uva is AVP of Employee Health and LifeWork Strategies at Adventist HealthCare. 

Working in healthcare through the pandemic meant Nicole had to take on a number of challenges she never expected. But instead of throwing in the towel, Nicole learned to love operating outside of her comfort zone. More importantly, she was able to lead her team with a steady hand despite the chaos coming her way.

In this episode, Nicole breaks down the importance of being a cool, calm, and collected leader. As you listen, you'll learn how to be someone your team will follow through fire, no questions asked.

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Now, if you're in the midst of a challenging time, our goal at HRD is to help remind and encourage you no matter the situation you're in.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

Resources:

• HRD: https://hrdleadership.com/podcasts/

Being [at Work] offers a daily dose of leadership focused on helping you, the leader. During challenging times we need all of the encouragement we can get. Sometimes there's simply no playbook and we just need to do the best we can. Sometimes the best we can is being reminded of the gifts and insight you already have within.

Now, if you're in the midst of a challenging time, our goal at HRD is to help remind and encourage you no matter the situation you're in.

Be sure to subscribe and get your daily dose.

Resources:

• HRD: https://hrdleadership.com/podcasts/