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Leadership isn't just about managing the people who report to you. Some of the most challenging relationships at work are with the people you don't have authority over.

Christine Courtney welcomes back Greg Shamie to explore how to manage up and sideways—from adapting to a new boss's leadership style and navigating unclear expectations to collaborating with peers, handling difficult feedback, and advocating for yourself when you feel overlooked.

Christine and Greg share practical strategies for building trust, communicating with less friction, understanding different working styles, and taking ownership of the relationships around you. Because great leadership isn't only about how you lead your team—it's also about becoming the person everyone wants to work with.

What does it take to lead complex projects, navigate tough conversations, and build a successful career without losing sight of the people behind the work?

Christine Courtney sits down with Mariela Abreu, Partner at DBI Projects, to explore the experiences that shaped her approach to leadership—from growing up between New York and the Dominican Republic to managing her first team in her early twenties and becoming DBI's first female partner.

Mariela shares lessons on delivering difficult news with empathy, building relationships that last beyond any single project, celebrating small wins, working with different personalities, and balancing a demanding career with motherhood. Together, Christine and Mariela explore why great leadership isn't just about getting things done—it's about understanding people, acting with integrity, and leading with purpose.

What do you want?

It’s a simple question, but according to leadership strategist and business coach Julian Lighton, it may be one of the most important questions a leader can ask.

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine Courtney sits down with Julian to explore how leaders and teams can navigate uncertainty, make better decisions, and move from simply working alongside one another to truly working together. Drawing from his experience in Silicon Valley, coaching, sports, and theater, Julian shares practical frameworks for understanding how teams develop, navigate conflict, and become more effective.

Christine and Julian explore what it takes to move from “I” to “we,” including creating psychological safety, encouraging productive disagreement, clarifying roles, and building shared purpose. Julian also shares his memorable “woolly mammoth” analogy, illustrating why some challenges simply cannot be solved alone—and why effective leadership means getting others invested in the goal.

Whether you’re leading a team or stepping into leadership for the first time, this conversation offers practical ways to think differently about collaboration, decision-making, and what it takes to turn a group of individuals into a team.

What happens when AI can write the perfect presentation — but you still have to walk into the room and deliver it?

Christine Courtney sits down with longtime collaborator Greg Shamie, a facilitator, coach, and leadership development expert who has spent decades helping leaders become more compelling communicators. Together, they dig into why AI may be leveling the playing field for written communication while making the human side of presenting even more important.

In this episode, Christine and Greg talk about the skills AI can't do for you: knowing your “so what,” making real eye contact, reading the room, pausing instead of filling every silence with an “um” or “you know,” and staying present when something inevitably goes sideways.

They share stories from classrooms, boardrooms, and stages about the moments presenters remember most — including what happens when a cell phone rings in the middle of a performance or you suddenly discover you’re not strong enough to tear a piece of paper.

Because the goal isn't to become a perfect presenter. It's to become someone who can connect, adapt, and make people feel something when you walk into the room.

If you're preparing for a big pitch, presentation, leadership moment, or simply want to become more confident on your feet, this conversation is for you.

As AI becomes increasingly capable of writing proposals, presentations, talking points, and executive summaries, a new question emerges: What happens when you’re the one who has to stand up and deliver it?

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine Courtney welcomes back leadership development and communication expert Greg Shamie to explore the uniquely human skills that matter when AI can help create the content. They discuss why authenticity, connection, vulnerability, storytelling, and the ability to think on your feet can become the real differentiators in the room.

Greg shares practical strategies for stepping into the spotlight with greater confidence—from expanding beyond the limitations created by nervousness, to using visualization, finding a strong opening, making AI-generated language your own, and bringing personal stories into your presentations. Christine and Greg also explore how preparation and coaching can help presenters stay present, respond to unexpected questions, and connect with an audience rather than getting trapped in their own heads.

The message is simple: AI can help you build the presentation, but it can't be you. In an age where polished content is becoming easier for everyone to produce, learning how to bring your own voice, experiences, energy, and humanity into the room may be more important than ever.

Tune in for practical tips on finding your human edge—and making sure the person behind the presentation doesn't get lost behind the technology.

What does it look like when every career you've had was quietly preparing you for the one you're building now?

Joy Brown Kirst spent 23 years in executive search, earned an MBA from Rice, became a trained skincare formulator, and launched Modern Age Skin — a brand built for perimenopausal and menopausal skin that the industry wasn't serving. But the real thread running through all of it? People.

In this episode, Christine and Joy dig into the leadership lessons that don't show up on a résumé — like how reading candidates across decades of executive search sharpens your ability to read any room. How moving from a global corporation to a two-person startup teaches you to drop your ego fast. And how the confidence to stand up for yourself in a low-stakes moment early in your career becomes the muscle you'll need for every hard conversation that follows.

Joy also shares her take on why listening is still the most underused leadership skill, how to build credibility in a field where nobody knows you yet, and why she tells her kids the same thing every time: God gave you two ears and one mouth for a reason.

If you're navigating a career pivot, sitting inside a big company wondering what's next, or just trying to figure out which skills are actually yours to keep — this one's for you.

What if the reason your AI adoption — or any major transformation — is stalling has nothing to do with the technology?

Betsy Kauffman has spent 25 years leading large-scale tech transformations across Fortune 500 companies. And time after time, the same thing happened: the teams got it. The technology worked. But without aligned leaders at the top, everything eventually hit a wall.

Now as founder and CEO of Crossed Impact Coaching and a TED speaker with over 1.6 million views, Betsy helps mid-market CEOs and senior leadership teams close the gap between strategy and execution — by fixing the human system first.

In this conversation, Christine and Betsy explore:

• Why every technology transformation is really a leadership alignment problem
• The moment her clients started saying "Stop helping the teams — go help our leaders"
• What burnout looks like when you're a Swiss Army knife consultant doing everything for everyone
• The warning signs that a client relationship isn't working (and how to say no anyway)
• Her Leadership Operating System — and the one-hour, one-decision exercise any team can try this week
• The four tips for honest conversations from her viral TED Talk
• Why delivery might be the most underrated skill in leadership communication
• How growing up playing team sports shaped everything she does today

Whether you're leading a team of one or running a company through its next big change, this episode will challenge you to look at the top before you look anywhere else.

Connect with Betsy:

🌐 crossimpact.co — free leadership alignment survey

📘 The Fix — her upcoming book (coming soon to Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Spotify Audiobooks)

🔗 LinkedIn: Betsy Kauffman

In a world obsessed with data, metrics, and AI-generated everything, Elizabeth Rosenberg is making the case for something radical: trusting yourself.

Elizabeth is a serial entrepreneur, PR strategist, intuitive medium, and founder of two platforms — The Good Advice Company, a C-suite personal branding and communications consultancy, and Chief Spiritual Officer, a leadership development movement helping executives harness intuitive intelligence as a competitive edge in an AI-driven world. She also leads a global executive women's collective, because apparently she doesn't sleep.

In this episode, Christine and Elizabeth dive into what intuitive leadership actually means in practice — and why the instincts we've spent years overriding might be the most important skill we're not developing. Elizabeth shares the story behind her own burnout, including a scary episode that landed her in the ER and later went viral on Business Insider, and what she wishes she had listened to before it got that far.

They also get into the messy, human work of building an authentic personal brand — why the story you think no one wants to hear is usually the most compelling one, why being a great people person doesn't automatically make you a great manager, and what leaders at every level can do this week to start building real visibility and credibility.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• What intuitive leadership is and why it matters more than ever right now
• The difference between being a great people person and being a good manager
• What burnout actually looks like — and the early signs most people ignore
• Why your most embarrassing or vulnerable story is probably your best brand story
• A simple LinkedIn strategy for leaders who don't want to become influencers
• How to lead by example when it comes to team boundaries and emotional wellbeing
• Why Elizabeth cold-contacted Kevin Costner in 8th grade — and what that tells you about brand-building

Connect with Elizabeth: Website: thegoodadvicecompany.com LinkedIn + Substack linked from her site

What happens when a founder with Wonder and Invention leads a growing team — and finally names what's actually going on? Christine sits down with Beth Ward (Founder & CEO) and Marjolein Westerbeek (COO) of Beth Ward Studios to talk about how Working Genius transformed their leadership dynamic, their hiring process, and the way their whole team communicates.

What does it look like when a real company actually puts Working Genius into practice — not just once, but across multiple cycles, with their full team?

In this episode, Christine sits down with two powerhouse leaders from Beth Ward Studios — a women-run jewelry design and private label consultancy based in New York City — to talk about how Working Genius changed the way they lead, hire, communicate, and grow.

Beth Ward, Founder and CEO, brings Wonder and Invention to everything she touches. Marjolein Westerbeek, COO, leads with Wonder and Discernment. Together, they've built something rare: a leadership partnership grounded in self-awareness, mutual trust, and a shared commitment to creating space for the people around them.

In this conversation, you'll hear:

• Why Beth and Marjolein came back to Working Genius after their first cycle during COVID — and what made this round more impactful
• How naming Beth's Wonder + Invention genius took the pressure off her team (and off Beth herself)
• What Marjolein's Discernment brings to the partnership — and why "slower" doesn't mean wrong
• How Beth Ward Studios now uses Working Genius in hiring, performance reviews, and day-to-day team decisions
• What it looks like when a company full of Enablers tries to have harder conversations — and why "clarity is kindness"
• Why burnout isn't always about hating your job — it's about how your day is built

This episode is for leaders who want to stop doing it all, build teams that complement each other, and create a workplace where people feel genuinely seen.

Resources Mentioned:

• The Six Types of Working Genius by Patrick Lencioni
• Beth Ward Studios: bwstudios.com
• Evry Jewels: evry.com
• The 9/11 Memorial Serenity Sky Collection (in partnership with Anne-Marie Principe)

Meetings before meetings. Meetings that run over. Meetings where no one knows why they’re there.

Sound familiar?

Christine Courtney and Tom Armstrong take on one of the biggest frustrations in today’s workplace—ineffective meetings—and begin a practical, no-nonsense series on how to change them. Together, they explore what’s actually going wrong, from lack of clarity and leadership to overstuffed agendas and disengaged participants.

But this isn’t just a vent session. It’s a playbook.

Expect real strategies you can use immediately to:

• Lead meetings with clarity and purpose
• Keep conversations focused and on track
• Engage every voice in the room
• Build psychological safety without losing momentum

If you lead meetings—or sit in too many of them—this episode will change how you show up starting today.

What happens when efficiency goes up… but connection starts to slip?

In this episode, Christine sits down with Erica Petrelli-Bayh4 to explore one of the biggest tensions leaders are navigating right now: how to embrace AI and remote work without losing the human connection that actually drives trust, engagement, and performance.

They unpack what great leaders are doing differently in hybrid and AI-powered environments—and why connection can’t be left to chance anymore. From simple habits that strengthen relationships over screens, to the hidden risks of over-relying on AI in your communication, this conversation is both timely and deeply practical.

You’ll hear:

• Why connection now requires intention—not proximity
• The small habits that make a big difference in remote and hybrid teams
• How overusing AI can quietly erode trust and credibility
• What leaders can do to help their teams feel seen, heard, and valued
• Why the future of leadership is less about output—and more about presence

If you’re leading in a world that’s moving faster than ever, this episode is a reminder: the more advanced our tools become, the more human our leadership needs to be.

Most leaders spend hours perfecting their slides…

and almost no time practicing how they show up.

In this episode, Christine sits down with Greg Shamie, communications expert and Senior Director of People Development at Leadership Development Partners, to unpack what actually makes someone compelling in front of a room.

Because here’s the truth:

You can have the best content in the world and still lose your audience in the first 15 seconds.

Together, they explore what separates forgettable presentations from ones that truly move people, from energy and presence to connection and authenticity.

You’ll learn:

• Why the first 10–15 seconds determine everything
• The real reason nerves derail even experienced leaders
• How to shift from “delivering content” to creating an experience
• Simple techniques to build connection before you even start speaking
• The three qualities every great speaker embodies: commitment, connection, and authenticity

Christine and Greg also share real, unfiltered moments, from presentation mishaps to powerful recoveries, that prove you don’t need to be perfect to be impactful.

If you lead meetings, present ideas, or want to influence more effectively, this episode will change how you think about showing up.

Because leadership isn’t just what you say.

It’s how people feel when you say it.

What does it take to stand out as a leader when everyone has access to the same tools, the same information, and now, the same AI?

In this episode, Christine sits down with Scott Goodson, founder and chairman of Strawberry Frog, to explore how leaders build momentum, challenge average thinking, and create real differentiation inside organizations.

Scott shares the story behind his work in movement thinking and why the leaders who thrive are the ones willing to step outside their comfort zone, question groupthink, and speak with courage. Together, he and Christine unpack what it means to be a contrarian in the best sense, how to create cultures where bold ideas are welcomed, and why leadership today requires more than competence, it requires visibility, conviction, and a point of view.

This conversation is full of sharp insights for leaders who want to grow, influence culture, and avoid disappearing into sameness.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Why differentiation matters more than ever
• How leaders can challenge groupthink without creating chaos
• What psychological safety looks like in real life
• Why discomfort is often the doorway to growth
• How to delegate, let go, and help others rise
• What it means to be a peacock, not a duck

When you hear “team building,” do you immediately picture trust falls and ropes courses, then quietly try to escape the calendar invite?

In this episode, Christine is joined by her longtime facilitation partner Greg Shamie to break down what actually builds a strong team quickly, especially when you don’t have months to bond and “figure it out.” Whether you’re a new manager, a seasoned leader inheriting a team, or a principal pulling new staff together fast, this conversation gives you practical ways to create trust, clarify roles, and unlock real synergy in one to four weeks.

You’ll hear why leaders can’t sit this part out, how to create psychological safety fast (without forcing cringe), and the simple questions and team challenges that reveal strengths, friction points, and how people really operate under pressure. Plus, Greg shares a story about a CEO who kicked off a workshop with a “pop quiz” that instantly signaled, this matters here.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why “get to work” is often the fastest route to team dysfunction
• How to set the tone as a leader, no laptops, no half-presence
• A quick way to build psychological safety through play, challenge, and debrief
• The questions that surface what people value in a team, fast
• How to identify strengths, working styles, and pet peeves before they become conflict
• Why debriefing is the secret engine of continuous improvement

If you need your team to click quickly, this one’s your field guide

What makes a person, company, or idea truly unforgettable? In this episode, Christine sits down with Mark DiMassimo, founder and creative director of DiMassimo Goldstein, to explore how everyday leaders can build legendary brands by standing out with purpose, personality, and courage. Drawing on decades of experience in positive behavior change marketing, Mark shares stories from his own journey, lessons from iconic founders, and practical insights on what it really takes to capture attention and create lasting impact. This conversation is full of energy, wisdom, and a powerful reminder that blending in is not the path to meaningful leadership.

What really happens when a team understands how each person works best?

In this episode, Christine sits down with the three co-founders of The Menopause Monologues, Carrie Vanhouten, Lisa Anne Morrison, and Lulu Braunstein, for a live and very real conversation about collaboration, creative tension, and the invisible patterns that shape how teams function.

Using the Six Types of Working Genius, Christine walks them through where each person shines, where friction shows up, and why even strong partnerships can get stuck when people are working outside their natural strengths. What unfolds is part team coaching session, part leadership masterclass, and part honest conversation about what it takes to build something together.

You’ll hear how invention, discernment, galvanizing, enablement, and tenacity show up in real time, and why understanding those differences can change the way you lead, communicate, and collaborate.

Whether you work with a team, lead a partnership, or just want fewer unnecessary bumps in your relationships, this episode offers practical insight you can use right away.

In this episode, Christine explores:

• why some people generate ideas while others refine them
• how team friction often comes from style differences, not lack of commitment
• what happens when people skip key phases of collaboration
• why “working on your weaknesses” is not always the answer
• how to better match people to the kind of work that energizes them

If you’ve ever thought, “Why are we all committed and still driving each other a little nuts?” this one’s for you.

Include Show links: https://www.themenopausemonologues.org/tickets

Would you like to have your team get a working genius team profile on the podcast? Fill out this form: Working Genius: – Fill out form

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine sits down with Toni Clayton-Hine, Chief Marketing Officer for EY Americas, to talk about what it really takes to lead at a high level in fast-moving, high-stakes environments. Toni shares how she balances creativity with data, why curiosity is one of the most valuable traits a leader can have, and how great ideas get stronger when more voices shape them. They also explore what younger professionals often miss about initiative, how theater and storytelling shaped Toni’s leadership style, and why AI should be seen as a tool for growth, not fear. It’s a thoughtful conversation about visibility, influence, adaptability, and how to keep a human touch in a world moving faster by the minute. 

What do you do when you notice the same old pattern in a meeting, the interruptions, the credit-swapping, the quiet expertise getting skipped?

In this episode, Christine sits down with Ali Mercier for a grounded conversation about leadership as active advocacy. Not big speeches. Not perfect language. Real moments where you decide to step in, use your voice, and shift the room.

Together, they unpack how leaders build trust by paying attention, naming what’s happening, and creating space for the people who are too often talked over or overlooked. You’ll leave with practical ways to intervene without hijacking the moment, and a better understanding of how culture changes one choice at a time.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• how to interrupt without escalating
• phrases that redirect attention back to the right person
• the difference between helping and performing
• how to use your influence responsibly, especially when you have more “room” in the room
• what accountability can look like after you realize you missed the mark

What can leaders learn from great bars?

A lot, actually.

In this episode, Christine sits down with Julie Reiner and Susan Fedroff to explore how welcoming spaces, strong culture, long-term team loyalty, and creative experimentation all shape an unforgettable experience. They talk about building neighborhood institutions in a big city, leading through change, adapting during the pandemic, and creating workplaces where people feel respected, heard, and inspired to grow.

Whether you lead a team, run a business, or want to create stronger experiences for the people you serve, this conversation offers practical leadership lessons with real heart.

Key themes

• Culture is something people feel
• Hospitality and leadership are both about belonging
• Long-term loyalty comes from respect, consistency, and ownership
• Innovation needs structure, not just inspiration
• Great leaders adapt without losing their core
• Experience design matters for both customers and teams

This one is a celebration and a toolkit.

Episode 100 of Stepping Into Your Leadership was our first live episode, and we made it an awards show. We revisited the best leadership tips from the first 100 episodes, welcomed finalists back into the studio, and let the audience vote on the winners.

If you’ve ever wanted the highlight reel version of the show, this is it.

Watch the replay: [LINK]

Christine Courtney welcomes Jacob Tourjeman,  Chief of Staff and Head of Operations at Invert, company transforming how life scientists work by unifying bioprocessing data and using analytics and AI to help teams experiment faster, optimize more accurately, and scale more reliably.

Christine and Jacob get into what it actually takes to lead at the frontier, where science changes daily, experiments fail, and the pressure to deliver never stops.

Jacob shares how he builds a culture that can handle uncertainty without losing momentum, why constraints and transparency are the foundation for innovation, and how he facilitates rooms full of experts even when he’s not the technical specialist. You’ll also hear a practical breakdown of standup meetings, how to get introverts contributing in brainstorms, and the two leadership values Jacob refuses to compromise on: pragmatism and curiosity.

And then, a surprise for anyone assuming the “AI people” have it all figured out already: Jacob explains why even machine learning engineers weren’t automatically using generative AI in their daily workflows until recently, and what changed.

Christine Courtney sits down with veteran journalist, longtime anchor, and journalism professor Monica Malpass for a lively conversation on what leaders can learn from life in the spotlight.

Monica shares how she built a specialty by asking for opportunities, how she prepared for high-stakes interviews [including a memorable one-on-one with President Obama], and what it really takes to stay steady when the pressure is on. Together, they unpack practical behaviors that build trust fast, presence, posture, eye contact, and the quiet confidence of “i belong here.” Monica also offers a smart approach for asking better questions, keeping conversations from getting hijacked, and using preparation to stay flexible in the moment.

If you’ve ever walked into a room with nerves, faced a tough conversation, or needed to hold the thread when someone tries to pull you off track, this episode gives you a clear, usable playbook.

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New role. New pressure. Now what? In this conversation, Christine sits down with senior leader and coach Tom Armstrong to get practical about the first season of management—where emotional intelligence meets everyday execution. They unpack why your ability to hold “baseline” under stress changes the room, how weekly one-on-ones quietly prevent big problems, and what effective delegation actually looks like when you’re moving from individual contributor to people manager. You’ll hear the simple structure Tom uses with 10+ direct reports, the mindset shift that earns trust (not just compliance), and a reality check for new managers who feel like “doing it myself” is faster. If you’re ready to build real leadership habits—one repeatable behavior at a time—this one’s for you. (Plus, Christine shares a cringe-but-true early mistake you don’t have to repeat.)

• Hold your baseline: regulate yourself so your team can co-regulate with you.
• Know the person, not the stereotype: everyone’s “baseline” looks different.
• One-on-ones are the operating system: 30 minutes weekly, they lead first.
• Delegation ≠ dumping: give stretch work that’s “small rock” to you, growth rock to them.
• Assume a quality dip at first; coach to the standard you need.
• Resist the “I’ll just do it” reflex—learning requires room to wobble.
• Monthly, add a 10-10-10: 10 min them, 10 you, 10 big picture (industry, role trajectory).
• Trust rides on consistency: scheduled, protected time beats ad-hoc drive-bys.

In this episode, we sit down with a mother–daughter leadership team whose story captures what this show is all about, how leaders grow, evolve, and hand forward a legacy with intention.

Susan White Morrissey founded White & Warren nearly 30 years ago with a simple idea, make beautiful, lasting knitwear that women could live in. Today, her daughter, Catherine, leads the company through its next chapter, guiding a bold rebrand that honors the brand’s roots while moving it into the future.

Our conversation explores what it means to build something that lasts, how leadership shifts across generations, and what happens when experience and fresh vision meet at the same table. We talk about family and business, the realities of leading together, and the courage it takes to trust the next evolution of your own work.

If you care about legacy, reinvention, and the heart behind great leadership, this is a conversation you’ll want to be part of.

What separates the leaders who keep climbing from the ones who plateau? Discipline, structure, and the ability to show up when motivation fades.

In this episode, Christine sits down with Dre Baldwin, former pro basketball player turned entrepreneur, author, and founder of Work On Your Game University. Dre breaks down what “work on your game” really means beyond sports, why power presence matters more than perfect words, and what high performance actually requires in real life.

You’ll hear Dre’s “Third Day” concept, the moment when the excitement wears off and the real work begins, plus five practical ways to build power presence immediately, without becoming a different person.

You’ll learn:

• Why leaders need power presence, not just smart ideas
• The “Third Day” decision that separates pros from amateurs
• What high performance requires, structure over motivation
• Why leadership means disappointing people at a rate they can accept
• 5 actionable ways to increase your presence fast

Get Dre’s book: The Third Day is free, you cover shipping at thirddaybook.com

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What do new managers actually need to learn first, before the meetings, the metrics, the awkward feedback conversations, and the pressure to “prove” they belong in the role?

In this episode, Christine is joined by crowd favorite Erica Petrelli-Bayh for a back-to-basics conversation on the fundamentals of managing humans, not just tasks. They revisit the core lessons from the Management 101 course they built years ago, and break down what makes the leap from individual contributor to leader so disorienting, and so fixable.

You’ll hear:

• the first non-negotiable for new managers (hint: it’s not “have all the answers”)
• the biggest shock when you go from doing great work to leading people who do the work
• the technical essentials that keep teams on target, and why “systems” matter more than any one tool
• how to run better one-on-ones and meetings by tending to time and energy
• how to give clear, kind feedback without avoiding it for six months
• how trust gets built quickly, using psychological safety as your compass

If you’ve recently stepped into management, or you’re promoting someone who has, this is your foundation episode.

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n this special episode of our Storytelling Summer Series, Christine Courtney unpacks one of the most underestimated leadership tools: the power of story. From a high-stakes Department of Education pitch to team-building icebreakers that actually work, Christine shares why storytelling isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a strategic skill every leader should master.

You’ll learn:

• Why storytelling is 22x more effective than data alone
• The four elements every impactful story needs
• How to bring stories into retreats, team meetings, and strategy sessions
• Easy ways to get started, even if you don’t think you’re “a storyteller”

Whether you’re planning a retreat or looking for fresh ways to deepen engagement, this episode will help you turn everyday moments into memorable leadership tools.

👉 Want to go deeper? Read our companion article on how to choose a retreat theme and thread story throughout.

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Planning a retreat or offsite? This episode kicks off our special series on how to design experiences that actually shift your team’s energy, connection, and clarity. Christine is joined by Greg Shamie to unpack the real ROI of offsites—what works, what doesn’t, and how to make the time (and money) worth it.

🔗 Want more? We’ve bundled the full retreat series—including companion articles from Christine, Tatiana, and Greg—into one powerful resource:

👉 Read the full Retreat Issue at ledevpartners.com/the-retreat-issue

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Culture by Design, Not Default: Leadership Lessons with Delise Simmons

What if your culture isn’t just an HR buzzword—but your organization’s most powerful performance lever?

In this conversation, I sit down with Delise Simmons—keynote speaker, culture strategist, and founder of Culture Think Tank—for a candid, energizing talk about the real drivers of great culture. From her early days shaping the Southwest Airlines ethos to launching JetBlue and building data-driven tools that measure emotional ROI, Delise brings the receipts.

And yes, she really did say:

👉 “You can’t spell culture without cult, baby.”

We explore:

• Why chasing employee happiness is a trap—and what to focus on instead
• How to measure culture as a behavioral phenomenon, not just vibes
• The top 3 things employees are begging leaders to do more of
• How Gen Z’s relationship with anxiety is changing leadership forever
• Why your values mean nothing without defined behaviors

Whether you lead a team of 3 or 3000, this episode is a masterclass in intentional leadership.

• Learn more about Culture Think Tank
• Connect with Delise Simmons on LinkedIn
• Check out our full Culture Series at ledevpartners.com/podcast

If you’re designing your offsite or planning your culture strategy—this episode is your blueprint.

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What does it mean to feel invisible—and how do we reclaim our voice when it happens?

In this powerful conversation, I welcome back listener favorite Erika Petrelli-Bayh to explore a topic that resonates with so many women: visibility. From the “messy middle” of life—menopause, caregiving, career shifts—to early career anxiety and even the later legacy years, we talk about what causes women to feel unseen, and how to shift the story.

Erika shares insights from her visibility workshops, including the emotional and practical tools women of all ages can use to reconnect with themselves, their voices, and their power. We talk about:

• The silent stories we carry—and how to rewrite them
• Why shedding outdated beliefs is key to personal growth
• Simple practices to increase visibility and confidence at work
• How hormones and neurobiology impact leadership
• Power poses, positive mantras, and the neuroscience of self-trust

Whether you’re a seasoned leader, a new manager, or simply someone navigating your own reinvention, this episode is a reminder: You are not alone. And your voice matters—more than ever.

🔗 Mentioned in this episode:

• The Female Brain and The Upgrade by Louann Brizendine
• Erika’s Visibility Workshop Series
• Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk on Presence

Listen in, reflect deeply, and try just one practice this week. Then let us know what opens up for you.

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What do you do when a well-liked manager’s team is floundering—or when your executive leader is too swamped to move your project forward? In this live episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine Courtney throws real-world scenarios at guests Greg Shamie and Tom Armstrong with zero prep and maximum honesty.

You’ll hear:

• What to do when your manager avoids the “dirty work” of leadership
• How strong relationships can sometimes mask weak results
• Tips for managing up when your boss cancels meetings (again)
• A refreshing reminder that leadership is about clarity, not control

Whether you’re managing others or navigating your own manager’s blind spots, this episode offers sharp insights and relatable moments that will help you lead with more clarity, courage, and connection.

🎧 Don’t miss the unscripted wisdom—and a few laughs—that come from handling leadership challenges in real time

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In this candid and constructive episode, Christine throws two real-life leadership dilemmas at Greg Shamie and Tom Armstrong—without any prep—and the results are both insightful and refreshingly real.

First up: What do you do when a well-liked, competent manager has a team that’s drifting—confused, undercoached, and unclear on their goals? Christine, Tom, and Greg dive into the hidden traps of “nice but vague” leadership and offer powerful ways to coach managers toward clarity, accountability, and effectiveness—without crushing their spirit.

Then, they tackle the classic challenge of managing up. When your executive is overloaded and unavailable, how do you keep your project moving? This segment is a masterclass in strategic communication, executive empathy, and what it means to lead from any seat in the org chart.

Expect laughter, hard truths, and practical frameworks for tackling two of the most common leadership pain points.

🔑 Topics Covered:

• Coaching “good” managers to become great leaders
• Balancing relationships with results
• Managing up when your boss is overwhelmed
• Why clarity is contagious (and confusion is costly)
• How to get decisions fast—with minimal friction

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In this lively and unfiltered episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine Courtney is joined by Tom Armstrong and Greg Shamie for a round of real-world manager conundrums—answered live, without prep, and with full candor.

Recorded in person and infused with group energy, this conversation dives into:

• What to do when a manager dominates meetings and unintentionally shuts others down.
• How to coach high-potential team members who talk to think.
• The leadership blind spots that can derail a team’s energy and performance.
• What to do when your team misses its KPIs—without falling into blame or burnout.
• The facilitation skills every manager needs to reset the room.

You’ll walk away with practical tips, reflective questions, and facilitation moves you can use immediately to energize your team and lead with greater impact.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Root cause analysis frameworks
• Step forward/step back team agreements
• Techniques to amplify quieter voices in meetings
• Why emotional tone matters more than metrics when a team is underperforming

✨ Whether you’re managing a high-performing team or leading through lagging momentum, this episode is packed with thoughtful guidance—and a few laughs.

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In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, Christine Courtney is joined by coach and facilitator Greg Shamie to break down one of the most powerful—and elusive—skills in leadership: motivation.

Together, they unpack what motivation really means in the workplace, how to distinguish between extrinsic and intrinsic drivers, and why the best leaders focus on energy, connection, and purpose. Greg shares powerful frameworks from Daniel Pink’s Drive, as well as his own time-tested tips from the field—including how he motivates sports teams, corporate teams, and even his own daughter.

You’ll learn:

• The difference between energy and engagement—and why both matter
• Greg’s go-to strategy for reading a team’s “motivation meter”
• How to meet people where they are (without judgment)
• The three core levers of motivation: Autonomy, Mastery, Purpose
• How great managers spark motivation through 1:1s, feedback, and meaningful goals
• Christine’s story of a workshop gone sideways—and how empathy turned it around

If you lead people—or want to—you’ll walk away with practical, real-world strategies to keep your team engaged, inspired, and showing up at their best.

🎧 Tune in now and ask yourself: How are you sparking motivation in your space?

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What if the traits that make you a powerful leader aren’t skills to build—but superpowers to reclaim?

In this energizing conversation, Christine welcomes back communications and leadership coach Corena Chase, co-author of The Five Lost Superpowers: Why We Lose Them and How to Get Them Back. Together, they explore how qualities like playfulness, curiosity, and authenticity—so natural in childhood—can transform how we lead as adults.

From role-playing at work to channeling Olivia Pope in tough meetings, this episode offers practical, lighthearted insights into how leaders can tap into the magic they already have. You’ll walk away with tangible ideas to bring more ease, joy, and power into your leadership—whether you’re managing a team or navigating your own career path.

💡 Listen in for:

• Tips for building playful, engaging team culture (even without hokey icebreakers)
• How to reframe networking through the lens of curiosity
• Why authenticity isn’t about staying the same—it’s about expanding who you are

📚 Grab the book: The Five Lost Superpowers

🌐 Visit Corena’s website: www.corenaCHASE.com

✉️ Contact Corena: corena.chase@gmail.com

🎧 Listen to her first episode on The Power of Questions: Click here to listen Or its is from May 2024 #33. Elevate Your Leadership: Asking Better Questions for Deeper Conversations

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What if the key to unforgettable customer experiences isn’t your product—but your people?

In this energizing conversation, Christine sits down with hospitality powerhouse Bill Bonbrest, former executive at TAO Group and now founder of Bonbrest Advisory. From his early days growing up between restaurants to leading some of the most iconic hospitality brands, Bill shares how “the guest experience can never exceed the team member experience.”

Together, they explore:

• Why front-line teams shape your brand more than any executive ever could

• How to lead with high standards and deep care

• Real-world strategies to build complementary teams and elevate performance

• The mindset shift every leader needs to make about feedback and accountability

Bill’s insights go far beyond hospitality—they’re a masterclass in people-first leadership. Whether you run a team, a restaurant, or a growing company, this episode will shift how you think about culture, coaching, and what it means to lead well.

🎧 Tune in and learn how great leadership starts behind the scenes—and changes everything out front.

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What do you do when a team hits its numbers—but the culture is crumbling from the inside? In this candid roundtable episode, Christine Courtney is joined live in the studio by longtime collaborators Blanca and Tom to tackle two leadership conundrums that managers everywhere will recognize: the high-performing but toxic team, and the rock-solid employee who’s resisting growth.

Together, they explore how leaders can shift team dynamics without compromising results, the difference between healthy banter and harmful behavior, and how to handle employees who just want to “stay in their lane.” With stories, frameworks, and plenty of laughter, this conversation is full of the kind of honest, practical insights Christine is known for.

If you’ve ever wondered how to nurture both performance and psychological safety—or how to handle a steady employee who’s hit their ceiling—you won’t want to miss this one.

🎧 Mentioned in this episode:

• The Mind card game
• Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team
• Google’s Project Aristotle research on psychological safety

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What happens when your star employee starts slipping—and swears they’re “fine”? Or when leadership hands you KPIs that would break the very culture you worked so hard to build?

In this live roundtable episode of Stepping Into Leadership, Christine is joined in-studio by two fan-favorite voices—Blonka and Tom—for a candid, unscripted conversation about real-life management dilemmas. Together, they tackle:

• How to address declining performance with care and clarity
• Why “I’m fine” is rarely the full story—and what to do when it isn’t
• What to do when leadership hands you impossible KPIs
• How to protect your team from burnout while still getting results

You’ll hear a case study we’re calling The Janet Effect—a moment that every manager will recognize—and walk away with tangible ways to lead with empathy and effectiveness, even under pressure.

This is part 1 of a special two-part live session recorded in person with the crew. Don’t miss the laughter, honesty, and leadership gold.

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Christine welcomes leadership coach Blonka Winkfield back to her show for this powerful episode which explores imposter syndrome under its preferred name of “imposter feelings.” The discussion investigates the widespread occurrence of self-doubt among successful leaders by examining both the source of these feelings and the social systems that create them.

Blonka explains the origin of imposter syndrome through its historical development as the "imposter phenomenon" while explaining why changing its name brings benefits. Christine reveals a childhood memory which continues to influence her financial communication approach and she and Blonka present direct strategies for managing their inner critics as well as those of their clients.

This conversation addresses everyone who feels out of place in their role whether they recently gained promotion or lead a new team or enter situations where they feel like outsiders.

Listen in to learn:

• The act of identifying your imposter feelings will instantaneously decrease their ability to control you.
•  The process of transforming your internal speech leads to actual changes in brain chemistry.
• The connection between imposter syndrome exists with social systems which include racism ageism and sexism.
• A step-by-step approach to convert discouraging self-talk into motivational statements of empowerment.
• The scientific evidence shows that positivity functions as a strategic approach rather than meaningless flattery.
• Small achievements deserve more recognition than people typically understand.

💬 The discussion includes authentic dialogue together with humorous parts and a message that perfection should be avoided.

The upcoming 100th episode is near while listeners who enjoy this episode should check out our previous Blonka episodes.

https://growlead.business/m/Blonka

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What’s it like to manage—or be—the loudest voice in the room?

In this episode, Christine sits down with Greg Shamie to explore the expressive social style: the high-energy, idea-sparking, people-centered leaders who light up meetings, connect quickly, and often get mislabeled as “too much.”

Together, they unpack the strengths and growing edges of expressives, how they show up in teams, and why structure and preparation are just as important as spontaneity.

Whether you’re an expressive leader yourself or managing one on your team, this episode will help you understand what drives them, what drains them, and how to bring out their best—without dimming their light.

• The expressive style explained: strengths, instincts, and energy
• How expressives impact team dynamics (for better or worse)
• Why expressives need structure to thrive—and may not ask for it
• Coaching an expressive through growth moments, setbacks, and burnout
• Using the Situational Leadership model to support expressive team members at every stage
• The power of recognition, preparation, and authentic connection

“Expressives don’t need to be toned down. They need to be supported and seen—so they can shine and bring everyone with them.”

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During this episode, we will be focusing on the power of curiosity and the art of asking questions as a means to better understand and serve others as leaders. We'll explore how asking questions can reveal and resolve issues, and how it can lead to more effective performance and better results. In fact, did you know that Google conducted a study that found managers who asked more than eight questions were not only more effective, but also achieved better outcomes?

Our guest today is committed to sharing stories of vulnerability, mistakes, and learning. They attended a conference where they realized the importance of supporting women, who often hesitate to share their achievements. Inspired by this, our guest made it their goal to change this pattern by sharing stories of their own vulnerabilities and mistakes, leading to positive reactions from their team and staff.

We'll also discuss the alarming statistic that only 30% of employees feel that their opinions matter at work, while a staggering 70% feel that their opinions do not. That's why curiosity and asking questions are such powerful tools for leaders. They engage the brain, foster learning, and create an environment where everyone's voice is valued.

So get ready to explore the depths of psychological safety and unlock the potential of curiosity and questions in your leadership journey. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and download the PDF of the tips discussed in this episode. Thank you for joining us, and let's welcome our guest, Greg Shamie, to the show.

Check out : https://www.tlpnyc.com/podcast/psychological-safety for a download of the powerpoint.

[00:00:03] Psychological safety: podcast delves into creating it.

[00:04:34] The importance of psychological safety in organizations, specifically how effective leaders create it, is explored. One tip is to start meetings with a check-in to gauge the mood and acknowledge the individual experiences of team members. Another strategy is to have participants rate their personal and professional well-being on a scale of zero to ten.

[00:09:03] Start meetings on time, save time.

[00:11:05] Share vulnerable stories to build better relationships.

[00:16:34] Only 30% think opinions matter at work.

[00:19:18] Encourage risk-taking by destigmatizing failure - tips.

[00:21:31] Promoting learning through intelligent failures for success.

[00:27:40] Invest in leadership development and emotional intelligence.

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Psychological safety is the secret ingredient of the most successful teams. It’s what allows people to speak up, take risks, challenge ideas, and truly contribute—without fear of judgment or punishment.

In this episode, Greg Shamie and I dive deep into what psychological safety is, why it’s essential for workplace success, and how it impacts performance, trust, and innovation. If you’ve ever wondered how to create a culture where your team thrives, this episode is for you.

🚀 What you’ll learn:

✔️ The four stages of psychological safety (Timothy Clark’s model)

✔️ How Google’s Project Aristotle proved its impact on team performance

✔️ The hidden ways fear-based leadership holds teams back

✔️ A personal story of when I (unintentionally) shut down psychological safety—and what I learned from it

🎧 Listen now and check out our new infographic to see six practical ways to foster psychological safety in your workplace!

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In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, host Christine Courtney sits down with Amanda Meeson, Executive Director of the Sterling Community Center, to dive deep into the art of communication in leadership. Amanda, a dynamic leader who has transformed organizations through strategic growth and innovation, shares powerful insights on how leaders can build trust, ensure clarity, and navigate difficult conversations with confidence.

Together, Christine and Amanda explore:

✅ The role of authenticity in leadership and why you can’t fake it

✅ How building trust starts with clear, consistent communication

✅ The power of feedback—giving it, receiving it, and creating a culture where it thrives

✅ Practical strategies to handle tough conversations while maintaining strong relationships

✅ How great leaders adapt communication styles to their teams for maximum impact

With engaging stories, practical takeaways, and real-world leadership lessons, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their communication skills—whether you’re leading a team, managing up, or simply wanting to foster better relationships at work.

🎧 Tune in now and step into your leadership with confidence!

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In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, host Christine Courtney and producer Tatiana Dominguez take a deep dive into Situational Leadership—one of the most powerful leadership models for managers and rising leaders.

Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. The Situational Leadership Model helps leaders adapt their style based on their team's competence and commitment levels. But how do you actually put it into practice?

💡 In this episode, we discuss:

✅ How to assess where your employees are in the leadership model

✅ Why coaching (not just directing) is essential for success

✅ The biggest mistakes leaders make—like delegating too soon or micromanaging

✅ How check-ins & trust-building prevent leadership breakdowns

✅ A real-world framework for applying adaptive leadership styles

This episode is packed with practical techniques that will help you build stronger, more effective teams—whether you're leading one person or an entire organization.

🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned:

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🔎 Related Episode: Building Trust as a Leader

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In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, host Christine Courtney brings back an old friend and former colleague, Ray Vicencio, to dive deep into the analytical personality type in the workplace. As a former CFO and controller, Ray embodies the traits of an analytical thinker—detail-oriented, logical, and driven by accuracy.

Together, they discuss how analytical individuals approach work, their biggest pet peeves, and how to effectively communicate and collaborate with them. Christine and Ray explore strategies for managing deadlines, giving constructive feedback, and helping analytical team members make decisions with confidence. Plus, they share tips for analytical thinkers on how to work effectively with more spontaneous or expressive colleagues.

If you've ever struggled to understand the meticulous, data-driven mind of an analytical coworker—or if you are that person—this episode is packed with insights to help you build stronger, more productive relationships in the workplace.

Tune in for practical advice, real-life workplace stories, and a few laughs along the way!

🎧 Listen now and learn how to work better with the analytical minds around you!

Understanding different personality assessments can help leaders and teams communicate and collaborate more effectively. Here are some key ones we mentioned:

• DISC Personality Test – A widely used tool that categorizes personalities into four types: Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S), and Conscientiousness (C). Analytical personalities align with the "C" (Conscientious) type.
• Social Styles Model – A behavioral model categorizing individuals into four types: Analytical, Driver, Amiable, and Expressive. Ray represents the Analytical type.
• The Achiever Personality Quotient (APQ) – A tool used in hiring and leadership development to assess personality traits and work habits.
• Working Genius Assessment – Created by Patrick Lencioni, this model helps teams identify their natural strengths in the workplace.

If you enjoyed this episode and want to dive deeper into leadership and team dynamics, subscribe to Stepping Into Your Leadership and follow us on LinkedIn or Instagram for more insights!

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AI is changing the game in business, and it’s happening fast! In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, host Christine Courtney sits down with Vince W., founder of Econify, to discuss how AI is transforming workflows, productivity, and business strategy.

Vince shares his experiences leading groundbreaking projects—from helping develop Wi-Fi at Apple to working with top media companies like NBC and Bloomberg. He breaks down how AI tools are already reshaping industries and how business leaders can leverage AI effectively rather than fear it.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ AI-Powered Productivity Hacks – Tools like ChatGPT Tasks, Otter.AI, and Summate that help streamline work

✅ AI in Business Operations – Using Notebook LLM (Google) to create interactive employee handbooks and match talent to projects

✅ The Future of AI in Organizations – How to go beyond just “sprinkling AI” and strategically integrate it into workflows

✅ Leadership Lessons from Apple & Beyond – Why choosing the right boss over job can define your career

🚀 Whether you're an AI skeptic or enthusiast, this episode is packed with actionable insights on how to stay ahead in an AI-driven world.

📌 All resources mentioned in this episode are listed in the show notes below.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!

• ChatGPT Tasks – Set up recurring AI-generated insights, reminders, or industry news updates
• Summate.io– AI-powered tool that summarizes newsletters & YouTube transcripts
• Otter.AI – Real-time transcription and meeting summary tool
• Firefly – AI-powered meeting assistant for automatic notes & action items

• Notebook LLM (Google) – Upload internal documents (like employee handbooks) for instant AI-powered responses
• Vercel V0 – AI-assisted website builder that allows you to generate custom sites with simple prompts

• Wi-Fi Development at Apple – Learn more about 802.11b Wi-Fi standard, which Vince helped develop
• Econify – Check out Econify, the software development firm founded by Vince Waduwani
• Leadership Insight: “Don’t pick your job, pick your boss.”

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In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, we dive deep into how storytelling can transform sales conversations and client presentations. Research shows that stories are 22 times more memorable than facts alone—so why aren’t more sales professionals using them to their advantage?

Join Christine as she breaks down:

✅ The neuroscience behind storytelling and why it builds trust and engagement.

✅ The top storytelling frameworks—including the Hero’s Journey, Before-After-Bridge, and STAR Method.

✅ How to handle objections using customer success stories instead of data alone.

✅ Practical exercises to help you refine and shorten your sales stories for maximum impact.

We also discuss the Storytelling Playbook for Sales and Client Presentations, a resource packed with tips, exercises, and templates to help you integrate storytelling into your sales strategy. Want a copy? Download it now using the link in the show notes!

📢 Tune in and start using storytelling to boost sales, engage clients, and make your pitches unforgettable! 🚀

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Confidence and communication are the keys to leadership success, but how do you develop them when self-doubt creeps in? In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership, host Christine Courtney is joined by the dynamic Blonka Winkfield to kick off a new mini-series on communication.

🌟 What You'll Learn:

✔️ The critical role of communication in leadership (and the surprising stats that prove it)

✔️ How to build confidence in professional settings—even when you feel like an imposter

✔️ Why body language, self-talk, and active listening are game-changers in meetings

✔️ Practical tips to boost your presence, speak up, and own the room

💡 Actionable Takeaway: You belong in every room you step into—someone invited you there for a reason!

Tune in now to learn how to project confidence, communicate effectively, and elevate your leadership game. 🎧✨

📌 Key Discussion Points:

• The importance of communication in leadership (91% of employees believe leaders lack communication skills, and poor communication is a key reason for project failure).
• Building professional confidence and overcoming imposter syndrome.
• The role of self-talk and mental coaching in strengthening confidence.
• Tips for speaking up in meetings and using body language effectively.
• The concept of "appearing weak when strong, and strong when weak" from The Art of War.
• The power of active listening and how it builds trust.

📌 Practical Tips from the Episode:

✔️ Speak up in meetings – Say your name and company at least once.

✔️ Celebrate successes – Recognize and acknowledge your wins.

✔️ Use body language – Mirror confident postures to project presence.

✔️ Challenge negative self-talk – Replace doubts with affirmations.

✔️ Be your own mental coach – Reflect on strengths and logical achievements.

✔️ Practice active listening – Nod, lean in, and engage with speakers.

📌 Additional Mentions:

• The Art of War by Sun Tzu (concept of appearing weak when strong and vice versa).
• Marcus Buckingham’s quote: “The brain is Velcro for negative and Teflon for positive.”
• Encouragement to use mentors, friends, or "wingpeople" in social and professional settings to build confidence.

📌 Actionable Affirmation:

"You belong in every room you step into. Someone invited you there for a reason!"

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Dive into the world of leadership dynamics with Christine Courtney in our latest episode of "Stepping into your Leadership" as we explore the intricate maze of personality in the workplace. Join our esteemed guest, Erika Bayh, in an enlightening conversation on the power of the DISC assessment – a tool revolutionizing team synergy and communication.

In this episode, titled "DISC," we unravel the four personality quadrants: Dominance (D), Influence (I), Steadiness (S), and Conscientiousness (C), and delve into how they shape our interactions and leadership styles. Christine and Erika offer in-depth insights into how recognizing and embracing diverse personality profiles can lead to a robust and dynamic team.

Embrace the transformation as we discuss the history of the DISC model, its evolution from Dr. William Moulton Marston's seminal work to the popular assessment by Wiley, and the significant benefits it brings to workplace productivity.

As we navigate through the quadrants, you'll learn not just about the value DISC brings in understanding your team, but also the importance of adapting your leadership approach to foster an inclusive, efficient, and thriving environment.

Discover the benefits of generating a personalized DISC report, fostering self-awareness, and how to leverage these insights to cultivate a harmonious and effective team. We'll also tackle common reservations about taking the assessment and the laughter that comes with recognizing oneself within these profiles.

Tune in to "Stepping into your Leadership" and learn how to navigate the intricacies of your team's personalities to step firmly into your leadership role. Whether you're a seasoned leader or just stepping up, this episode is a critical resource for anyone looking to excel in leadership through the power of understanding and adaptation.

Visit our website for more resources, and don't forget to share your DISC stories with us. Empower your leadership journey by mastering the art of personality dynamics today!

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