Dear 22-Year-Old Me: Career Truths I Wish I Knew with KL Shaw
Show Up as a Leader with Dr. Rosie Ward
Release Date: 06/25/2025
Show Up as a Leader with Dr. Rosie Ward
What if the secret to better leadership isnât in your strategy... but in your relationships? 𤯠Rosie sits down with Morag Barrett, executive coach and bestselling author, to explore what it really takes to lead with heart in todayâs disconnected world. From ditching the myth of âgoing it aloneâ to embracing leadership as a full-contact team sport, Morag drops wisdom on building trust, showing up with vulnerability, and turning workplace relationships into your superpower. If youâve ever wondered how to move from âmeâ to âweâ or how to make your workplace more human, this...
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When life stops going your way⌠do you sit and sulk or shake the tree? đ Rosie shares a timeless parable that hit her like a lightning bolt, reminding us that while we canât control the wind, we can control how we respond. Tune in for a powerful mindset reset and a nudge to stop waiting and start creating your own momentum. Letâs shake things up! đđł Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Lifeâs obstacles are inevitable, but our reaction to them is a choice. Waiting for external change keeps us stuckâagency begins when we act....
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Rosie is joined by Andrew Adeniyiâfirst-gen Nigerian American, CEO of AAA Solutions, and author of âThe Circle of Leadershipââfor a no-fluff convo on what makes cultures click. They dive into Andrewâs simple but powerful âThree Ps Frameworkâ (Purpose đĄ, People đĽ, Process đ) and unpack how inclusive leadership = effective leadership. From âFail Forward Fridaysâ to bringing purpose into everyday one-on-ones, this episode is full of real talk, human-first insights, and âaha!â reminders we all need. Additional Resources: Get Andrewâs Book - Learn more...
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đď¸ In this episode, KL is flipping the script as her daughter, Haiden, grabs the host mic and things get real! From quitting college and selling cars to launching a company at 51, KL opens up about her unconventional path, imposter syndrome moments, and learning to lead with heart â¤ď¸. Itâs a candid convo full of laughs, life lessons, and the kind of wisdom you wish someone had shared sooner. Perfect for anyone who's ever taken the scenic route to success đ⨠Additional Resources: Learn more about The Salary Bump: Learn more about Key Takeaways: ...
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đď¸ In this episode of the Courageous Leadership Series, Rosie and Nikki dive into the messy world of change. From a quirky ring-switching exercise đ to unpacking why we default to comfort zones, they explore the difference between technical fixes and adaptive transformations. Learn how faulty mental programs hold us back, what adaptive leadership really looks like, and why transformation isnât a quick fixâitâs a journey. Buckle up for some real talk, laughs, and lightbulb moments! đĄ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Change...
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In this episode of Growth on Purpose, Claire dives into the final pillar of her growth methodology: Alignment on What Matters đĄ. She busts the myth that everyoneâs replaceableâusing a jaw-dropping NFL story (Peyton Manning fans, tune in đ) to show what happens when you ignore succession planning. Claire shares eye-opening stats, a bit of tough love, and practical tools to help you build a future your team actually wants to be part of. Itâs all about making sure your people donât just stayâthey grow. Ready to stop winging it? Letâs go! Additional Resources: Whatâs...
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Conflict is a part of lifeâbut it doesnât have to be a showdown âď¸. Rosie shows us how conflict can actually strengthen relationships! By focusing on core human needsâlike feeling seen, heard, and valuedâwe can stop battling and start building. Itâs not about giving in, itâs about getting creative and finding a win-win. Ready to turn tension into teamwork? Letâs go! đ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Conflict is a natural part of relationships and doesnât have to be destructive. At the root of most conflicts are unmet core...
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In this episode, Rosie chats with Mark McFatridgeâFounder & CEO of Quade and former bank presidentâabout what it really means to be unapologetically authentic đĽ. From ditching the tie to leading with heart, Mark shares how embracing who he truly is unlocked not just his own success, but a culture of authenticity around him. They dive into how to create environments where people thrive by being themselves, why the âThree Aâsâ matter, and how to break free from roles that no longer serve us. This oneâs part inspiration, part gut-check, and all heart â¤ď¸. Additional...
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Feeling emotionally hijacked lately? đľâđŤ You're not aloneâand you're totally human. Rosie gets real about the power of calm as your leadership superpower. With everything going on in the world, itâs easy to react before we reflect. But what if you could pause, breathe, and lead with clarity instead? Tune in for simple tools to help you move from chaos to calm. Spoiler: your breath might be the best leadership tool youâre not using enough. đ¨â¨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Calm is a leadership superpower, especially in...
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đď¸â¨ In this special episode of âThe Career Bump,â KL gets personalâinterviewing her daughter, Haiden Sweeney, a soon-to-be college grad with bold dreams and fresh insights! From juggling three jobs to landing multiple job offers, Haiden dishes on job search burnout, why Gen Z is redefining success, and how DMs (yep, really!) helped her get in the door. If you're raising, mentoring, or hiring Gen Zâor are Gen Zâthis convo is your must-listen mix of heart, hustle, and real talk about the future of work đźđđŹ Additional Resources: Learn more about The Salary...
info_outlineđď¸ In this episode, KL is flipping the script as her daughter, Haiden, grabs the host mic and things get real!
From quitting college and selling cars to launching a company at 51, KL opens up about her unconventional path, imposter syndrome moments, and learning to lead with heart â¤ď¸.
Itâs a candid convo full of laughs, life lessons, and the kind of wisdom you wish someone had shared sooner. Perfect for anyone who's ever taken the scenic route to success đâ¨
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Key Takeaways:
- Curiosity can be a career strategy; following instinct often leads to unexpected growth.
- Not knowing the language or the rules doesn't make you less capableâit builds adaptability.
- Inner work and authenticity are game-changers in overcoming self-doubt.
- Failure, or even just feeling like one, often precedes major career growth.