Embrace Your Inner Boldness
Dive into a world where confidence meets courage and authenticity leads the way! Join Melissa Henning-Frank, an Army veteran, success coach, and certified expert in emotional intelligence, personality types and change management, on a transformative journey of self-discovery and empowerment. With over 15 years of experience in Human Resources and a decade specializing in learning and development, Melissa Henning-Frank brings unparalleled insights and real-life strategies to help you break free from fear and embrace the unknown. Each episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness explores powerful topics like overcoming limiting beliefs, healing from the things we don't talk about, building self-awareness, and navigating life’s challenges with resilience. Tune in for personal stories, expert interviews, and actionable tips that will inspire you to live boldly and unapologetically. Whether you’re seeking to make daring moves in your career, improve your relationships, or simply embrace who you truly are, this podcast is your go-to source for motivation and growth. Ready to stop playing small and start experiencing your boldest life? Subscribe now and join our vibrant community of "feel the fear and do it anyway" individuals who are taking charge of their lives, one bold step at a time.
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Breaking Patterns, Getting Real & Taking Charge of Your Life
02/12/2026
Breaking Patterns, Getting Real & Taking Charge of Your Life
On a scale of one to ten, how fulfilled are you really with your life right now? And if it’s not a ten, why are you tolerating less than what it could be? In this episode, we’re getting honest about the quiet ways we stay stuck. The habits we repeat, the boundaries we avoid, the environments we stay in too long, and the stories we tell ourselves about not having time or not deserving more. We’ll explore: Why self-sabotage often looks small, familiar, and harmless How tolerating the same patterns year after year keeps you disconnected from your purpose A powerful 3–5 year reflection to help you see what’s actually repeating How your orbit, habits, and beliefs are shaping your future Simple next steps to start breaking patterns without overwhelming yourself Using my Bold Bridge framework, we’ll walk through what it really means to break through barriers, own your impact, lead with courage, and design your future, starting with small, intentional shifts that compound over time. If you’re tired of surviving, busy-but-unfulfilled days, and telling yourself “it’s fine” when it’s not, this episode is your invitation to get real and take charge of your life. Want to keep going? Follow along, join my email list, or explore coaching options where I support individuals and teams through clarity, confidence, communication, and self-awareness using tools like the MBTI and TKI assessments. You don’t have to do this alone. And you don’t have to keep tolerating less. Connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The Power of Steady Leadership: Nervous System Regulation
02/06/2026
The Power of Steady Leadership: Nervous System Regulation
Many leaders are carrying more than ever. Teams are more tired, conversations feel heavier, and the pace rarely slows down. And then there's this weird timeline we're all living these days out in the world. The strategies and leadership styles that worked for years don’t always land the same way now. In this episode, I talk about what leaders are navigating in this season and why so many feel stretched thin. We explore how stress shows up in teams, why presence matters more than ever, and how a leader’s nervous system sets the tone for communication, trust, and performance. I also share: why leadership feels heavier right now how stress patterns impact teams a simple nervous system reset leaders can use anytime three practical ways to lead teams more effectively today This episode is for leaders who want to feel steadier, communicate more clearly, and lead people well in the world we’re working in now. You don’t need to change everything. Small shifts in how you show up can make a meaningful difference. Connect with me and join my email list here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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What Your Employees Are Telling Me That They Won't Tell You
01/29/2026
What Your Employees Are Telling Me That They Won't Tell You
Employees often share more than leaders realize, just not always in places where it feels safe to be fully honest. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, leadership coach Melissa Henning-Frank shares the common themes of what employees open up about in coaching sessions, workshops, and confidential conversations. She explores the real drivers behind burnout, disengagement, employee retention challenges, and the quiet pull of recruiters’ inboxes. This episode unpacks what it means for employees to feel safe, seen, and supported at work, how everyday micro-behaviors shape workplace culture, and why exhaustion, apathy, and stress are often early signals of misalignment rather than performance issues. Designed for leaders, managers, and HR professionals, this conversation offers insight into the emotional experience of employees, the limits of traditional leadership training, and how purpose, energy, and humanity influence engagement and long-term retention. Connect with Melissa: Follow Melissa on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok for leadership development insights, workplace culture conversations, and practical tools for leading people well. Stay connected: Join the Becoming Bold Blueprint email list for weekly leadership insights, reflections, and strategies focused on employee engagement, purpose-driven leadership, and sustainable performance. Connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The Ripple Effect of Leadership Burnout
01/22/2026
The Ripple Effect of Leadership Burnout
Leadership burnout doesn’t stay contained. It shows up in meetings that feel rushed, decisions that stall, and teams that quietly stop asking questions. In this episode, we explore how burnout at the leadership level shapes team dynamics, culture, and day-to-day work in ways that often go unnamed. You’ll hear real, relatable examples of what teams experience when leaders are stretched thin, from lack of clarity to emotional unpredictability to stalled growth. We also talk about what can help, not just from leaders themselves, but from direct reports and peers who want to steady the environment and reduce the strain. This conversation is for leaders, team members, and anyone who has felt the weight of a workplace that feels heavier than it needs to. Want more resources for your personal and professional development? Follow my socials and subscribe to my weekly email: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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How Self Trust & Creativity Reveals Your Purpose
01/15/2026
How Self Trust & Creativity Reveals Your Purpose
Are you feeling stuck, exhausted, or questioning your purpose? This episode explores why you won’t find your life purpose while living in survival mode, hustle mode, or constant worry. Purpose doesn’t reveal itself when your nervous system is constantly activated and you’re stuck in coping mode. When life feels heavy, many of us turn to consumption as a way to numb, distract, or get through the day. But coping isn’t the same as living, and purpose can’t breathe there. In this episode, we talk about how creativity is essential to discovering your purpose. Creation puts you into a flow state where your nervous system can settle, clarity comes more easily, and you reconnect with who you were before the world told you who to be. This is often where purpose begins to unfold, not all at once, but through small, honest acts of creation. We also explore the pressure to do everything, the noise of other people’s opinions, and why you’re not meant to fix it all. You’re here to contribute your piece in your way. When you stop waiting for permission, release perfectionism, and trust what lights you up, forward momentum becomes possible again. If you’ve been asking yourself what you’re meant to do with your life or feeling disconnected from your passion, this episode is an invitation to shift from consuming to creating and start trusting yourself again. Purpose doesn’t arrive fully formed. It reveals itself through creativity, action, and self-trust. Listen in and ask yourself: What will I create today? Follow me for more personal & professional development goodies! Email subscribers have access to a full library of resources - ALL FREE! Sign up here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Finding & Living Your Purpose With Curiosity
01/08/2026
Finding & Living Your Purpose With Curiosity
Have you ever felt like there has to be more than this? Are you burnt out at work and wondering what we're even here for? Are you a leader trying to figure out why your employees are so disengaged? In this episode, I’m talking about purpose, deeper meaning, and that quiet knowing so many of us have carried since childhood but didn’t always have the space or language to talk about. I share personal reflections on growing up in survival mode, living in my imagination, and holding onto one small thing to look forward to each day as a way through hard times. We explore why purpose isn’t something you “find” after suffering enough, but something you begin to live when you get curious and remember who you were before the world told you who to be. This episode is for the deep thinkers, the question-askers, the ones who’ve felt out of place in systems that reward performance over aliveness. Inside the episode: why curiosity is the starting point of purpose how small joys and creativity carry us through hard seasons the lie we’ve been told about being practical vs. being creative why burnout and purpose are often colliding, especially at work simple ways to begin living your purpose without blowing up your life If you’ve ever felt weird for the way your mind works, exhausted by burnout, or pulled toward something more meaningful but couldn’t name it, this conversation is for you. Start small. Stay curious. Trust the gifts that have been carrying you all along. Stay tuned to this frequency by connecting with me and joining my email list! Find both options here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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2025 Reflection: My Top 10 Beliefs For Bold Living
01/01/2026
2025 Reflection: My Top 10 Beliefs For Bold Living
As 2025 comes to a close, this episode is a pause; a reflection; a line in the sand. In this year-end conversation, I’m sharing my top 10 beliefs about living life bolder and better, shaped by every episode this year, every client conversation, and every moment I chose honesty over comfort. These aren’t theories or trends, they’re my lived truths. In this episode, we explore: Why self-awareness changes everything How the things we don’t talk about quietly shape our lives Where real confidence comes from Why most struggles are learned responses, not personal failures The role your nervous system plays in healing and resilience How tolerance sets the tone for your life Why steady courage creates lasting growth How peace becomes a daily practice What it means to remember who you were before the world told you who to be How acknowledging our limited time can create clarity, momentum, and freedom This episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect honestly, and confront what matters most as you move forward. If something here stirs you, stay with it. Write about it. Sit with it. Let it inform how you choose to live next. Embrace Your Inner Boldness is a space for confronting the things we don’t talk about, reclaiming self-trust, and remembering who we were before the world told us who to be. Thanks for being here. Keep becoming you. Connect with me here and subscribe to the weekly email for access to a password-protected webpage FULL of personal and professional development resources! linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Being Unbothered: Master Your Reactions
12/25/2025
Being Unbothered: Master Your Reactions
Ever notice how easy it is to feel irritated by people at work, on the road, or even during everyday errands? In this episode, we unpack what it really means to be UNbothered and why your reactions are often pointing inward rather than outward. You’ll explore how irritation, comparison, and judgment can actually feel temporarily energizing, what your nervous system has to do with it, and why asking “what am I getting out of this reaction?” can change everything. Through relatable examples and honest reflection, this conversation invites you to pause before reacting, stop scanning for triggers, and start noticing patterns that build real confidence and influence. Free resources mentioned in this episode are available here:
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More Boldness, Less Ego: Where Confidence & Consciousness Converge
12/18/2025
More Boldness, Less Ego: Where Confidence & Consciousness Converge
What if boldness isn’t about being louder, sharper, or more forceful, but about being more self-aware? In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we explore the often-overlooked middle ground between shrinking yourself to stay safe and bulldozing others in the name of confidence. Both extremes are usually rooted in subconscious pain, conditioning, or unhealed patterns, and neither leads to true fulfillment, healthy leadership, or authentic connection. This conversation invites you to slow down and examine how you show up at work and at home. You’ll learn why some people hold back, why others steamroll, and how real boldness emerges when confidence meets consciousness. This episode is about transcending ego, healing old patterns, and choosing intentional boldness that serves the greatest good of all and harm to none. You’ll walk away with reflective questions, practical insight, and a deeper understanding of what it means to be boldly yourself without disappearing or dominating. Join my email list to get the password to an exclusive webpage with a huge (and still growing) library of free personal & professional development goodies. Follow me on all the socials too: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Why Are You Tolerating Less Than You Deserve?
12/11/2025
Why Are You Tolerating Less Than You Deserve?
In this episode of 'Embrace Your Inner Boldness,' Melissa discusses the pervasive issue of tolerating less than we deserve in various aspects of life, including jobs, relationships, and friendships. Melissa explores the deep-seated fears and conditioning that hold us back and offers practical steps to acknowledge our power, assess our situations, and take decisive action to improve our lives. She emphasizes the importance of setting timelines, having honest conversations, and seeking support for positive change. This episode encourages listeners to embrace their true selves and make courageous choices for a more fulfilling life. Want a free 30-minute Coaching-Over-Coffee? Take one small action toward confronting the things you don't talk about so you can stop playing small. More freebies are available when you sign up to be on my email list! Sign up and connect with me on the socials here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc 00:00 Introduction to Embrace Your Inner Boldness 00:33 The Quiet Epidemic: Tolerating Less Than We Deserve 02:01 Recognizing and Confronting Fear 04:10 Creating Change in Your Environment 06:27 Starting Difficult Conversations 08:03 Setting Boundaries and Timelines 09:45 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 10:17 Closing Remarks and Call to Action
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Understanding HR Turnover: It's a Culture Problem, Not a HR Problem
12/04/2025
Understanding HR Turnover: It's a Culture Problem, Not a HR Problem
In this episode of 'Embrace Your Inner Boldness,' Melissa discusses the high turnover rates in human resources and explains that this issue stems from broader cultural problems within organizations. Melissa highlights how HR professionals often bear the brunt of emotional labor without adequate support or authority. She stresses that HR burnout results from systemic issues like lack of recognition and support, outdated perceptions of HR roles, and gender dynamics. This episode is a call to action for leaders to engage HR as strategic partners and create healthier workplace cultures. Melissa also offers personal advice for HR professionals on setting boundaries and prioritizing their well-being. Find links to all of Melissa's social media accounts and a link to sign up for the weekly email: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc 00:00 Introduction to Embrace Your Inner Boldness 00:23 The Hidden Issue of High HR Turnover 01:16 The Emotional Weight Carried by HR 01:50 The Evolution of HR Roles 02:30 The Reality of HR Burnout 03:20 Quiet Quitting in HR 04:16 The Strategic Role of HR 05:24 Gender Dynamics in HR 06:01 Staying vs. Leaving: The HR Dilemma 07:40 Self-Care and Support for HR Professionals 08:36 Conclusion and Call to Action
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Transforming Difficult Relationships: Strategies for Inner Peace & Confidence
11/27/2025
Transforming Difficult Relationships: Strategies for Inner Peace & Confidence
In this episode, Melissa addresses the common struggle of dealing with difficult people in our lives. Focusing on understanding and managing the dynamics rather than labeling others, the episode provides a comprehensive guide to handling these interactions with more confidence and calm. Key steps include analyzing personal triggers, adjusting one’s energy, and choosing intentional actions to improve these relationships. A free worksheet is available to help listeners further explore these concepts - sign up for the weekly Becoming Bold Blueprint to access the free, password-protected webpage library FULL of personal and professional development resources: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc 00:00 Introduction: Understanding Difficult Relationships 01:11 Identifying the Discomfort 02:10 Psychological Reasons for Discomfort 04:34 Reframing Your Perspective 06:13 Practical Steps to Improve Interactions 08:16 Empowering Yourself 10:37 Conclusion and Next Steps
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The B.O.L.D. Way to Psychological Safety
11/20/2025
The B.O.L.D. Way to Psychological Safety
In this episode of 'Embrace Your Inner Boldness,' host Melissa Henning Frank gets into the crucial concept of psychological safety. Learn how the presence or absence of this safety can shape who you are and influence your personal and professional life. Melissa introduces 'The Bold Way,' a framework of four steps: Breakthrough Barriers, Own Your Impact, Lead with Courage, and Design Your Future - to help you reclaim your voice and live authentically. Tune in for insights on how to foster psychological safety, the importance of addressing unspoken fears, and actionable steps to create a life where your nervous system can truly breathe. 00:00 Introduction to Embrace Your Inner Boldness 00:20 The Importance of Psychological Safety 01:28 Understanding Psychological Safety 02:04 Psychological Safety in the Workplace 04:31 Signs of Lacking Psychological Safety 06:14 The Bold Way Framework 06:41 Breakthrough Barriers 07:14 Own Your Impact 07:46 Lead with Courage 08:21 Design Your Future 09:01 Conclusion and Call to Action Connect with Melissa and Becoming Bold LLC here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc Sign up for the weekly Becoming Bold Blueprint email and gain access to an exclusive, password-protected webpage jam packed with FREE personal and professional development resources!
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The Real Questions Leaders Are Asking Right Now
11/13/2025
The Real Questions Leaders Are Asking Right Now
Leaders are exhausted, teams are stretched thin, and everyone’s trying to figure out how to stay bold in the middle of constant change. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, Melissa answers the eight most common questions leaders are asking right now, from burnout and trust issues to personality clashes, accountability, and finding confidence when fear creeps in. You’ll hear practical tools, real-life examples, and bold reminders like: “You can’t motivate burnout, but you CAN model alignment.” Walk away feeling grounded, human, and ready to lead with courage even when things are messy. Listen for: How to keep your team motivated when you’re running on empty Rebuilding trust after change or turnover Navigating personality and communication clashes Leading across generations Holding people accountable with empathy and clarity Finding confidence when uncertainty hits Bold Activation: Ask yourself, What would boldness look like here? Sign up for the weekly Becoming Bold Blueprint email and gain access to a full library of personal and professional resources on a password protected webpage: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The Path to Confidence: Embracing the Cringe, Feeling the Fear, and Crossing the Bold Bridge
11/06/2025
The Path to Confidence: Embracing the Cringe, Feeling the Fear, and Crossing the Bold Bridge
Confidence isn’t something you’re born with, it’s something you build through bold, imperfect action. In this episode, we’re getting real about what the path to confidence actually looks like. Melissa describes what it means to embrace the cringe, feel the fear and do it anyway, and move through imposter syndrome while learning to trust yourself again. You’ll explore her signature Bold Bridge framework - the space between who you are now and the confident, future version of you who’s already walking in their power. This isn’t about pretending you’re fearless or faking it until you make it. It’s about becoming the kind of person who keeps showing up, even when it feels uncomfortable, awkward, or uncertain. You’ll also learn simple micro-movements you can take every day to build real, lasting confidence, plus bigger, soul-level actions to help you cross the bridge again and again, because growth doesn’t happen once. You’re never done "becoming". Listen in if you’re ready to: Reclaim your confidence through courage and consistency Recognize how you might be self-sabotaging or holding back Learn new ways to move through fear and self-doubt Remember that confidence is built in motion, not perfection And don’t miss the Bold Bridge Confidence Audit worksheet available for email subscribers. This resource is a guided reflection to help you see exactly where you’re standing still and what it will take to step forward. Sign up and connect with me here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Culture Shifts When You See The Human Behind The Behavior
10/30/2025
Culture Shifts When You See The Human Behind The Behavior
In a world that feels louder and more divided than ever, it’s easy to forget that every reaction has roots and every behavior has a backstory. In this episode, Melissa Henning-Frank invites leaders and teams to look beyond the surface and see the human behind the behavior. You’ll learn how our automatic minds misinterpret moments and create drama where none is needed, how our own past experiences shape how we show up at work, and why the current social climate is magnifying old workplace dynamics. Melissa shares how dehumanization quietly creeps into our daily interactions and what it looks like to interrupt that pattern with awareness, compassion, and courage. If you’re ready to lead with emotional intelligence, navigate workplace tension with more grace, and choose curiosity over combat, this episode is your reminder that connection isn’t weakness, it’s rebellion. Tune in and learn how to be the influencer, not the influenced. Bold leadership begins with seeing the human first. Sign up for the email list to gain access to a full library of personal and professional resources - all for free! Connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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No More "Meh": From Tolerating to Thriving For You and Your Team
10/23/2025
No More "Meh": From Tolerating to Thriving For You and Your Team
If life feels a little too “meh,” this episode is your wake-up call. Melissa Henning-Frank, leadership coach and founder of Becoming Bold LLC, explores why we tolerate things that don’t serve us and how to move from comfort to courage. Learn how The B.O.L.D. Way and the Bold Bridge framework can help you break free from mediocrity, get real about what’s not working, and design a life and team that actually feel alive. Connect with Melissa and subscribe to the weekly email to gain access to an exclusive webpage full of personal and professional resources - all FREE! Check out all the links here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Personality Type in Leadership: Creating Lasting Impact Without Losing Yourself
10/16/2025
Personality Type in Leadership: Creating Lasting Impact Without Losing Yourself
We’ve all had leaders who left a mark—but not always for the right reasons. Some led through fear or ego, while others led with authenticity, empathy, and heart. The difference between leadership that fades and leadership that lasts is boldness—the kind rooted in self-awareness, values, and trust. In this episode, Melissa unpacks what it really means to lead boldly without losing yourself. Through the lens of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) and emotional intelligence, she explores how understanding personality type can transform how you communicate, make decisions, and build trust within your team. You’ll learn practical, human-centered strategies like: Leading with radical self-awareness and vulnerability Anchoring decisions in your core values Replacing control with clarity Communicating with both courage and compassion Modeling real work-life integration (not perfection) Cultivating collective boldness across personality types Designing your leadership for legacy, not popularity Whether you’re an introvert who leads quietly or an extravert who thrives out loud, this episode will help you honor your natural strengths while stretching where your team needs you most. Tune in to discover how understanding your MBTI type can help you lead with authenticity, build stronger relationships, and create a lasting impact—without losing who you are in the process. Curious to learn more? Connect with me here and take advantage of the FULL LIBRARY of free resources I've created just for you when you subscribe to my email list! linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The B.O.L.D. Method for Teams: How Courage Creates Culture
10/09/2025
The B.O.L.D. Method for Teams: How Courage Creates Culture
What happens when boldness goes too far — or not far enough? In this episode, Melissa shares how the B.O.L.D. Method helps teams find the balance between courage and connection, turning chaos into clarity and competition into collaboration. You’ll learn: The difference between ego-driven boldness and authentic boldness How to use honesty without harm Why “nice” teams struggle to grow What your team needs to leave behind to move forward If your team is ready to go from polite to powerful, this one’s for you. 🎧 Listen now and start building a culture where everyone feels brave enough to speak — and wise enough to listen. Ready to increase your team's effectiveness? Connect with me here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The Boldness of Boundaries
10/02/2025
The Boldness of Boundaries
You’ve probably said it before: “It’s easier if I just do it.” Or, “I don’t want to make a big deal out of it.” Maybe even, “They’ll be mad if I say no.” Those little excuses feel harmless in the moment, but over time they become tiny betrayals of yourself—and they add up to resentment, exhaustion, and burnout. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we’re diving into the truth about boundaries: why they feel so hard to set, how your past shapes your comfort level with saying no, and why women especially carry the weight of people-pleasing when it comes to protecting their time and energy. You’ll hear real-life examples of where boundaries matter most—in work, family, relationships, and even with yourself—and I’ll share practical ways to start setting and holding them without guilt. Boundaries aren’t walls, they’re doors with locks. You decide who comes in, when, and how. And when you start honoring that truth, your peace, your energy, and your boldness come back online. Are you on the weekly Becoming Bold Blueprint email newsletter? Are you following me on the socials? :) Find all the links to connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Bridging the Divide: Connection is Our Rebellion
09/25/2025
Bridging the Divide: Connection is Our Rebellion
The next headline storm isn’t an if — it’s a when. And if we’re not equipped, it will divide us at home, at work, and in our communities. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness and in the bonus materials for email subscribers, I unpack how division is being fed to us on purpose — and how we can stop playing the game. You’ll learn: What to do in the moment when a headline triggers you or your feed turns into a fight Long-term practices to build resilience and connection at home, in your community, and on your team Why leaders can be catalysts for unity in the workplace Reflection questions to help you see where you stand on today’s “quiet middle” spectrum Because here’s the truth: we are not defined by the labels that divide us. On the big things — belonging, peace, safety, freedom — we agree far more than we think. The outrage machine only works if we feed it. This is your blueprint to starve it. Connection is our rebellion. Sign up to be on the weekly email list to access the exclusive, password protected webpage: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Different Realities, Same Team: Leading Through Division & Stress
09/18/2025
Different Realities, Same Team: Leading Through Division & Stress
We don’t all live in the same world anymore—we live in the worlds our feeds create for us. And when those different realities walk into the same workplace, tension rises, trust takes a hit, and mental health struggles get louder. In this mini episode, I’m breaking down how leaders can navigate those high-stress environments with curiosity and compassion, while still keeping teams aligned on shared goals. We’ll talk about what psychological safety looks like in practice, how leaders themselves can get the support they need, and what HR and organizations should be paying attention to right now if they truly want to put people first. Because while we may not share the same version of reality, we can build workplaces where people feel safe, respected, and supported. Find free resources and more here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Perception Isn't Reality: The Stories We Live By
09/11/2025
Perception Isn't Reality: The Stories We Live By
What you see isn’t always what’s real—it’s what’s real to you. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we dive into how perception is shaped by lived experiences, unconscious beliefs, and the stories we’ve carried with us since childhood. We’ll explore how your lens of reality shows up in everyday life—at home, in the workplace, in our cities, grocery stores, and even in our churches. We’ll talk about why events that feel far away don’t hit as hard as the ones in our backyard, and how that distance can dull our empathy. And we’ll take on the bold conversation about how personal experiences—like abuse, survival, or safety—shape the way we see politics and power. By the end of this episode, you’ll be asking yourself: What lens am I wearing? Where did it come from? And is it the one I want to keep? Get ready for thought-provoking questions that challenge your assumptions and invite you to choose boldness by questioning the filters you live through. Find a full library of free personal and professional development resources when you sign up for the Becoming Bold Blueprint weekly email, and follow me on my social media pages, all linked here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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The Future of Work: Flexible & Human-Centered
09/04/2025
The Future of Work: Flexible & Human-Centered
Many workplaces are still running on systems designed for machines, and the impact is everywhere—burnout, disengagement, quiet quitting, and leaders wondering why nothing’s working. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, I call out the dinosaurs still roaming our offices and shop floors: back-to-back meetings that fry our brains, rigid 9-to-5 control tactics, outdated time clocks, and “perks” that do nothing to solve real problems. Together we’ll explore why humans need buffers, flexibility, and benefits that actually matter, how the invisible load of childcare, eldercare, health, finances, and politics weighs employees down, and what happens when leaders cling to outdated practices at the expense of people and performance. We’ll dive into how generational needs collide, the real cost to business when humanity is ignored, and what the workplace will look like ten years from now if leaders refuse to adapt. You’ll also hear a vision for what the future of work can be when we choose to create systems that honor energy flow, mental health, and the whole human experience. When humans thrive, businesses thrive—and when leaders deny reality, they risk becoming fossils. This is a bold call to start designing work for the people who actually do it. Connect & find free resources here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Rise Like the Eagle: Becoming Bold and Aligning With Your Truest Self
08/28/2025
Rise Like the Eagle: Becoming Bold and Aligning With Your Truest Self
Becoming bold isn’t about being the loudest person in the room—it’s about having the courage to live in alignment with who you truly are. In this episode, I share what boldness really looks like when you’ve been taught to stay quiet, play small, or be palatable. We’ll talk about the signs that you’re avoiding your inner boldness, how it shows up at home, at work, in your community, and online, and why boldness is your birthright. I’ll also unpack the Missing Tile Syndrome—how we sometimes obsess over what’s broken instead of appreciating what’s good—and why becoming bold isn’t about blowing up your entire life. Plus, I share one of my favorite analogies: how the eagle never wastes its energy fighting the crow, but simply rises higher until the crow falls away. Because sometimes boldness means knowing you don’t have to fight—you just have to rise. Subscribe to the email list for access to the exclusive webpage with free personal and professional development tools and resources: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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HR’s Shift to True Business Partner (From Firefighting to Future Building)
08/21/2025
HR’s Shift to True Business Partner (From Firefighting to Future Building)
HR wasn’t meant to live in the land of paperwork, policy policing, and endless “urgent” requests. Yet too often, HR pros find themselves stuck in tactical firefighting instead of doing the work that actually drives business forward. In this episode, I walk through the evolution of HR—from the old personnel days, to compliance-heavy HR, to the promise of the HR Business Partner model, to the future of work we’re supposed to be shaping. I share why so many HR teams are still buried in the weeds, how organizations benefit from keeping HR “on the back burner,” and how saying yes to the wrong things keeps us small. Most importantly, I’ll give you practical steps HR pros can take day-to-day, month-to-month, and year-to-year to reclaim the strategic role you were hired for. Plus, I’ll share a personal story from my own career that shows exactly how easy it is to get pulled into the tactical trap—and how to break out of it. If you’ve ever thought, “I want to be a true business partner, not just a fixer,” this episode will give you the tools—and the fire—you need to start shifting today. Learn more and connect with me here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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10 Things I’d Tell My 18-Year-Old Self (Big Sister Talk Edition)
08/14/2025
10 Things I’d Tell My 18-Year-Old Self (Big Sister Talk Edition)
If I could go back and sit down with 18-year-old me, I’d have a lot to say. She was doing her best, but she was also stuck—people-pleasing, picking the wrong partners, ignoring her worth, and thinking she had to stay where life had placed her. In this episode, I’m sharing the 10 pieces of advice I wish I’d known back then—wisdom learned through messy mistakes, heartbreak, reinvention, and a whole lot of courage. These aren’t sugar-coated affirmations. They’re straight-up, big-sister truths about self-worth, money, relationships, health, boundaries, and boldness—things I learned the hard way so maybe you don’t have to. Whether you’re 18 or 60, there’s something here that will nudge you toward a braver, freer version of yourself. Let’s connect: Tell me which one of these ten speaks to you most today. Share this episode with a friend who could use a little big-sister love. Follow me: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Pause Your Assumptions, You Don't Know Their Story
08/07/2025
Pause Your Assumptions, You Don't Know Their Story
Two kids. Two very different worlds—one raised in stability and love, the other in poverty and chaos. Their paths to success look nothing alike, and yet we often judge those who struggle without knowing their story. In this episode, we dig into how childhood shapes our future, why empathy matters, and what we can do to stop judging and start helping. Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that every person has a story worth understanding. And if this message hits home, subscribe and leave a review—it helps us spread bold compassion. Connect with me and access FREE resources for your personal and professional development: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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No More Avoiding: Have That Courageous Conversation!
07/31/2025
No More Avoiding: Have That Courageous Conversation!
You know, most of us were never taught how to have hard conversations. We were taught to avoid conflict, keep the peace, and stay likable… even when it meant silencing our truth. In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we’re diving into the art of courageous conversations—what they are, why they matter, and how to have them without spiraling into fear, blame, or regret. Whether you’re a team leader, a recovering people-pleaser, or someone craving more realness in your relationships, this episode will give you the tools and confidence to speak with boldness and care. You’ll learn: Why avoiding tough conversations costs you more than you think Simple, bold frameworks like Brag, Worry, Wonder, Bet What to say when you don’t know how to begin How to regulate your emotions before, during, and after The power of “impact over intent” in healing communication How to show up as a strong, grounded, open-hearted leader—at home or at work Hard conversations aren’t something to fear, they’re something to practice - so let this episode be your guide. Subscribe, review, and share with someone who’s ready to stop avoiding and start communicating boldly. Get the FREE Becoming Bold Blueprint: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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Shed the Programming With MBTI, Jungian Psychology & Becoming Bold
07/24/2025
Shed the Programming With MBTI, Jungian Psychology & Becoming Bold
Why do we shrink ourselves to fit in? Why do so many of us abandon the bold, true parts of who we are? In this episode, I’m taking you to school on Jungian psychology and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) to explore how our personality gets shaped—and often masked—by the world around us. You’ll learn how Carl Jung’s theory of the persona, the shadow, and individuation help explain why we change from our natural self, and how MBTI has helped me reclaim my voice as an ENTP after years of shrinking to survive. We’ll talk about the four MBTI dichotomies (Introversion/Extraversion, Sensing/Intuition, Thinking/Feeling, Judging/Perceiving), what it looks like when those styles clash, and how understanding type can deepen our empathy and unlock bold, authentic communication. If you’ve ever felt like you’re performing your life instead of living it, this conversation will help you begin to deprogram the rules you never agreed to and remember who you were before the world told you who to be. Featuring: An overview of Jung’s key concepts A breakdown of the MBTI type preferences in real life How I once hid the boldest parts of my ENTP nature Why deprogramming is essential to reclaim your inner boldness This is the work I’m called to—and I’m so glad you’re here for it. Let’s get bold, together. More information and bonus content here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc
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