Show Up as a Leader with Dr. Rosie Ward
Show Up as a Leader helps you lead authentically, break barriers, and make a positive impact—no matter your role. Dr. Rosie Ward leverages experience, stories, books, ideas, and insights to help further our understanding of ourselves.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Bucketing Your Time
11/18/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Bucketing Your Time
Feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Rosie introduces a powerful four-bucket framework that helps you sort your work into what energizes you, what’s just neutral, what drains you, and what you wish you had time for. This isn’t just about productivity. It’s about clarity, boundaries, and aligning with your strengths. Whether you’re a leader ready to optimize your team's gifts or simply craving more fulfillment in your day-to-day, Rosie shows you how this simple reflection exercise can open up honest conversations and create space for everyone’s sparkle to shine ✨. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Bucket tasks into love, neutral, drain, and aspirational. Use insights to set boundaries and advocate for needs. Identify tasks to delegate or drop without guilt. Align work with your strengths and natural flow. Help your team operate from their zones of genius.
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Scaling Culture Without Losing Soul with Tim Leman
11/13/2025
Scaling Culture Without Losing Soul with Tim Leman
How do you scale a people-first culture without sacrificing speed or consistency? Rosie dives into a real, transparent conversation with Tim Leman, CEO of Gibson, as he shares how embracing process became the unexpected accelerator for growth, speed, and consistency across a multi-location business. From recruiting top talent using assessments like Kolbe and Working Genius to creating psychological safety through team-based transparency, Tim breaks down exactly how they’ve built a high-performance culture without losing their heart. He even gets vulnerable about ego, stepping back from a big opportunity, and how a good system can actually bring freedom. ⚙️ If you think systems kill creativity, this episode might just change your mind. Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Systems create speed, not rigidity. Assessments improve team fit and communication. Leaders must know when to step back. Clarity fuels aligned, empowered teams. Growth demands process, transparency, and resilience.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Put People First
11/04/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Put People First
What if the way you label people is quietly eroding trust, connection, and collaboration in your workplace? Rosie unpacks a powerful truth many leaders overlook: when we define people by their roles, titles, or conditions, we strip away their humanity. Whether it’s calling someone “a diabetic” or placing a CEO on a pedestal, these seemingly small habits can create distance and reinforce hierarchy. Rosie invites us to pause and shift our lens, and to see the person first. 🫶 This isn’t about theory. It’s a real-world challenge to catch ourselves in those micro-moments when judgment creeps in and instead choose curiosity and connection. 🤝 Get ready for a refreshingly honest take on what it really means to lead with heart and re-humanize the spaces we work in. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Labels reduce people to roles or conditions. Titles don’t define a person’s worth. Everyone has insecurities regardless of position. See the human behind the label. Curiosity fosters connection; judgment breeds disconnection.
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Leading with Heart at Global Scale with Brian Garish
10/23/2025
Leading with Heart at Global Scale with Brian Garish
What if the secret to scaling leadership across 70,000 people wasn’t strategy, but staying human? Rosie catches up with Brian Garish, an unapologetically people-first leader who brings equal parts strategy, humility, and heart. From mopping floors at Walgreens at 16 to guiding global teams across 20+ countries, Brian shares real talk about staying grounded, leading with courage, and putting purpose over ego. They dive into the art of listening at scale, why leadership is about how you make people feel, and how culture isn’t what’s on the wall, it’s what happens in the halls. Laughter, reflection, and practical gems unfold, highlighting what it means to lead more humanely, whether at the helm of a global organization or creating impact in everyday spaces. 🐾 Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Leadership is about how people feel, not what you do. Stay connected to frontline realities, not just strategy. Listening without follow-up erodes trust and culture. Values must be lived, not framed on the wall. Accountability and compassion can, and must, coexist.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Black Belt Attitude
10/21/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Black Belt Attitude
What if your biggest breakthroughs came after you wanted to quit?🥋 Rosie gets real about grit, resilience, and the surprising lessons learned from watching her son earn his black belt in TaeKwonDo. Rosie takes us behind the scenes of this journey to unpack why passion isn’t enough, what it means to show up when it’s hard, and how committing to the bigger picture (even when it’s uncomfortable) can transform who we become. Whether you’re facing a challenge, tempted to throw in the towel, or just need a spark of motivation, this Rosie in My Pocket will inspire you to dig deep, stay the course, and embrace that black belt attitude. ✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Passion fades; commitment carries you forward. Grit matters more than initial excitement. Growth comes from pushing through resistance. Don’t give up. Ask for help instead. Show up even when it’s hard.
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From Commander to Facilitator: Leading by Design with Alain Hunkins
10/09/2025
From Commander to Facilitator: Leading by Design with Alain Hunkins
What if the real secret to great leadership isn’t about being in charge, but about being in tune with people? Rosie sits down with Alain Hunkins, author of “Cracking the Leadership Code” and a man who’s worked with over 3,000 leadership groups across 29 countries. Together, they explore what it really means to lead in today’s world (hint: it’s way less about commanding and way more about connecting). From redefining leadership as a learnable skill to unpacking the three Cs (Connection, Communication, and Collaboration), this episode dives deep into the systems, habits, and mindsets that create truly human workplaces. Alain challenges us to look in the mirror, get curious instead of defensive, and build workplaces where people actually want to show up. Additional Resources: Get Alain’s book: “” Learn more about Key Takeaways: Leadership is about facilitating human potential, not authority. Connection begins with consistent, credible, human behavior. Clear communication requires shared understanding, not assumptions. Collaboration thrives on safety, energy, ownership, and purpose. Great leaders operate by design, not default.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Red Lights
10/07/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Red Lights
🚦What if hitting every red light was exactly what you needed? Rosie turns a frustrating drive full of red lights into a powerful reflection on life, leadership, and the magic of slowing down. Instead of blowing through the signs that tell us to pause, what if we embraced them as invitations to stop, breathe, and tune in? Rosie challenges our go-go-go mindset and explores how those seemingly annoying interruptions, on the road and in life, might actually be divine nudges to reflect, reset, and lead with greater presence. So next time you hit a red light, don’t just sit there... take the moment, soak it in, and move forward with clarity. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Red lights are invitations to pause and reflect. We often rush due to an action bias. Pausing helps us lead with intention. Stillness reveals what we might be ignoring. Interruptions can be gifts, not annoyances.
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Your People Strategy Is Your Business Strategy with Howard Cleveland and Meg Crosby
09/25/2025
Your People Strategy Is Your Business Strategy with Howard Cleveland and Meg Crosby
Ever feel like your org is sprinting toward growth... but nobody packed the map? 📈 Rosie is joined by Howard Cleveland and Meg Crosby, co-founders of PeopleCap Advisors and co-authors of “Running the Gauntlet,” to unpack the real (and often messy) dynamics of leading through change. With decades of experience helping high-growth companies, they reveal the six imperatives every leader needs to scale effectively and stay human in the process. From the power of context to why process is really just trust in disguise, and how to tell when someone just isn’t a fit for the next leg of the journey, this conversation is packed with sharp insights, personal stories, and practical takeaways you’ll actually want to use. Whether you're leading a 5-person startup or a 100-year-old org, you’ll leave this episode feeling seen, equipped, and ready to lead with clarity. Additional Resources: Get their book: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Know your growth stage: Align decisions with your organization's stage of development. Align culture with strategy: Your culture must evolve to support your current goals. Grow leaders to grow the org: Leadership development is essential for scaling. Trust lives in process: Clear systems create consistency and reliability. Right people, right stage: Not everyone will (or should) grow with the organization.
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Negotiation is expected – time to start asking with KL Shaw
09/24/2025
Negotiation is expected – time to start asking with KL Shaw
What if not negotiating could be costing you over a million dollars? 😳 KL Shaw brings the energy and serious truth bombs as she unpacks why so many women and people of color aren’t negotiating, and what it’s really costing them. From a $42,000 surprise check story to breaking down the mindset traps that keep us stuck, Keri Lynn shares personal lessons and expert tips you can use right away. Whether you’re navigating a job offer, asking for a raise, or negotiating severance, this episode gives you the language, strategy, and confidence you need to advocate for what you’re worth. It’s time to stop leaving money, and power, on the table. 💰 Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: 87% of negotiations result in at least partial wins. Most people just don’t ask. Not negotiating can cost you up to $1.5M over your career. You can negotiate far more than just salary. Think benefits, PTO, and severance. Reframing negotiation as a value-alignment builds confidence. Strategic silence after your ask can lead to better outcomes.
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The Courageous Leadership Series: Understanding the Faulty Programs that Quietly Work Against Us
09/18/2025
The Courageous Leadership Series: Understanding the Faulty Programs that Quietly Work Against Us
What if the biggest thing holding you back as a leader isn’t your skills or knowledge, but your inner operating system? ⚙️ In this episode of the ”Courageous Leadership Series,” Rosie Ward unpacks the “faulty programs” we all unknowingly downloaded in childhood that continue to influence our thoughts, choices, and leadership today. From the Overachiever to the People Pleaser to the Control Freak, these subconscious scripts can quietly fuel burnout, silence our voices, or lead us to chase worth in all the wrong places. Drawing on years of research and coaching hundreds of leaders, Rosie reveals the seven core faulty programs (and their sneaky cousins) — and, more importantly, how to start upgrading them. 💡 With Nikki Lewallen Gregory asking the tough questions, this candid conversation is packed with real-life stories, practical ways to spot your own faulty programs, and the courage it takes to rewrite them. This isn’t just leadership theory — it’s deep inner work that changes how you lead, love, and live. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Faulty programs are early-life patterns shaping how leaders think and act. Naming your program helps you step back and choose differently. Common programs include overachieving, perfectionism, people-pleasing, and control. Honest feedback reveals how these patterns impact others. Upgrading programs is lifelong work, especially during stress.
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The Future Is Closer Than You Think with Claire Chandler
09/17/2025
The Future Is Closer Than You Think with Claire Chandler
What if your business could be radically more aligned, energized, and future-ready… just 90 days from now? In this finale of the “Growth on Purpose” series, Claire takes us on one last space-themed adventure, and this time, it's personal. She's ditching the vague strategies and giving you a clear, actionable path to a thriving business future, all within the next 90 days. From your launch pad (aka your Growth on Purpose assessment) to building your moon base (retaining top talent) and heading to Mars (your 3–5 year vision), Claire maps out exactly how to fuel your growth without losing your best people along the way. This episode is your permission slip to stop playing whack-a-mole with your to-do list and finally lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. 🌟 Additional Resources: Key Takeaways: Start with a clear 3–5 year vision and work backward. Build a strong talent ecosystem to fuel growth. Use a 30-day sprint to identify and engage top talent. A 90-day plan can align your team with minimal time. Delayed decisions are riskier than wrong ones.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Listening with a Spirit of Service
09/16/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Listening with a Spirit of Service
Ever catch yourself “listening” but really just waiting for your turn to talk? Or maybe you jump in with advice before the other person even finishes? We’ve all been there. In this episode, Rosie flips the script on how we think about listening and challenges us to trade quick fixes and snap judgments for something deeper: listening with a spirit of service. 💡 Instead of making conversations about us, whether through commiserating, tuning out, or problem-solving, Rosie shows how we can quiet our inner dialogue and truly tune in. When we listen this way, complaints transform into clues about unmet goals, people feel genuinely seen, and connection grows stronger. Listening isn’t just a skill, it’s a superpower that helps others shine and helps us build more meaningful relationships. ✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Default listening modes often focus on ourselves. These modes can leave others feeling unseen. Service listening turns down our inner voice. Complaints usually reveal unmet goals. True listening builds clarity and connection.
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Rethinking “Lonely at the Top” with Nick Jonsson
09/11/2025
Rethinking “Lonely at the Top” with Nick Jonsson
We often hear the phrase “it’s lonely at the top,” but what if that loneliness isn’t limited to executives, and something we all carry in different ways? Rosie sits down with Nick Jonsson, the world’s leading voice on executive loneliness, to uncover why disconnection has become an epidemic and what we can do about it. Nick’s story is both raw and inspiring, as he opens up about his personal battle with isolation, burnout, and the turning point that reshaped his life. Together, they explore why leaders hesitate to be vulnerable, how silence becomes dangerous, and why trust deepens when we ask for help. Most importantly, Nick shares his five practical steps for overcoming loneliness, tools that don’t just apply to executives, but to anyone navigating the pressures of modern life. This conversation is a reminder that leadership is human, connection is essential, and none of us are meant to do it alone. Additional Resources: Get Nick’s Book - Follow Nick on Learn more about Key Takeaways: Loneliness affects everyone, not just executives. Vulnerability builds trust and connection. Fear of judgment keeps leaders silent. Five steps: take stock, seek help, get healthy, build relationships, find purpose. Sharing in good times strengthens us for hard times.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Not Owning Others’ Emotions
09/02/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Not Owning Others’ Emotions
Ever catch yourself thinking, “Did I cause that reaction? Was that my fault?” We’ve all been there… holding back, walking on eggshells, or spiraling into guilt because of how someone else responded. But here’s the truth: their emotions aren’t yours to carry. Rosie breaks down why trying to “own” other people’s feelings keeps us stuck and drained. She reminds us that our real job is showing up with clarity, curiosity, and groundedness, not managing someone else’s emotional world. When we stop taking responsibility for reactions that aren’t ours, we open the door to more authenticity, more confidence, and more sparkle ✨ Get ready for a mindset shift that frees you from unnecessary weight and helps you lead, connect, and live with greater ease. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: We’re not responsible for others’ emotions. Our role is to show up clearly, curiously, and grounded. Emotional reactions often stem from others’ past patterns. Own only what’s yours, not someone else’s response. Letting go creates space for authenticity and confidence.
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Comfort vs. Safety: What Leaders Must Know with M. Gabriela Alcalde
08/28/2025
Comfort vs. Safety: What Leaders Must Know with M. Gabriela Alcalde
What if the thing holding your workplace back isn’t a lack of strategy, but a love of comfort? In this episode, Rosie sits down with author M. Gabriela Alcalde to dive into her powerful new book “What Your Comfort Costs Us.” Together, they explore why growth never happens inside the comfort zone, the crucial difference between comfort and true safety, and how culture change is really a team sport. Gabriela shares the “Four Cs” every workplace needs: curiosity, creativity, courage, and care. She also unpacks how our everyday structures and habits often carry hidden values that can hold people back. Through storytelling, compassion, and a little healthy discomfort, this conversation challenges leaders to rethink what it means to build truly human workplaces where everyone can thrive. Additional Resources: Get Gabriela’s book: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Growth requires discomfort, not comfort mistaken for safety. Healing and culture change happen collectively. The Four Cs (curiosity, creativity, courage, care) fuel culture change. Structures must align with organizational values. Storytelling drives empathy and lasting change.
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Mastering the Interview: Share Your Talent Reel with KL Shaw
08/27/2025
Mastering the Interview: Share Your Talent Reel with KL Shaw
Ever been asked “So… tell me about yourself?” and felt your brain completely freeze? 🥶 In this episode, KL flips the script on one of the most dreaded interview moments: introducing yourself. She unveils the power of the “talent reel,” your 90-second personal highlight reel that not only answers the question but makes you unforgettable. From crafting a story that blends passion, skills, and impact, to building an “impact list” that keeps your best career moments ready to shine, KL shares insider tips to transform your interview game. You’ll discover how to use the STAR method with a dash of emotion, ask bold questions that impress, and turn every conversation into an opportunity to stand out. Whether you’re job hunting, networking, or just want to sharpen your storytelling skills, this episode is your backstage pass to mastering the art of “Tell me about yourself” with confidence and charisma. 🚀 Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Craft a 90-second “talent reel” answering what you love, what you’re good at, and how you want to make an impact. Use storytelling to create connection, empathy, and memorability in interviews. Apply the STAR method to structure answers and showcase results. Keep an ongoing “impact list” of key career accomplishments. Ask strategic, thoughtful questions to stand out as a candidate.
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Sowing the Seeds of Perpetual Growth with Claire Chandler
08/20/2025
Sowing the Seeds of Perpetual Growth with Claire Chandler
What if the secret to unstoppable business growth wasn’t a new strategy—but how well you understand and support your people? 🌱 In this episode, Claire ditches the scattershot tactics and brings everything together into one powerful, people-first framework. She breaks down the four essential needs your employees must have met: A reason to believe A place to belong A space to break stuff A future to build When these needs are met, your company becomes a growth engine fueled by purpose, not pressure. This episode is your roadmap to building a talent ecosystem that attracts, engages, and retains the right people so your business can scale sustainably. If you’ve ever wondered how to break the turnover cycle and grow with intention, this one’s a must-listen 🎧. Additional Resources: What’s your number? Get your Growth Score at Key Takeaways: Clear mission and values draw in the right talent. Knowing strengths helps keep top performers. Safe spaces unlock collaboration and ideas. People need to see how their work matters to drive growth. A unified talent strategy powers long-term success.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Stay Your Sacred Size
08/19/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Stay Your Sacred Size
😤 Ever find yourself puffing up like a blowfish in a tense moment… or shrinking so small you wish you could disappear? Rosie tackles those very real emotional triggers and the unhelpful armor we tend to throw on. Inspired by the work of Brené Brown, she introduces a powerful alternative: ✨ staying your sacred size. Instead of reacting from a place of fear or shame, Rosie walks us through how to stay grounded in our purpose and values, and respond with curiosity instead of control. The goal? More courage, less armor. More sparkle, less shutdown. 💫 Give this one a listen if you’re ready to meet discomfort with integrity and show up fully—even when it’s cringey. Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Notice when you're puffing up or shrinking in tough moments. “Sacred size” means showing up as your true self. Anchor in your purpose and values to stay grounded. Swap defensiveness for curiosity and openness. Ditch the armor and let your sparkle shine.
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No Title, No Problem: Lead from Any Seat with Tim Lupinacci
08/14/2025
No Title, No Problem: Lead from Any Seat with Tim Lupinacci
What if leadership isn’t about your job title, but about how you show up, every single day? Tim Lupinacci is back, and he's bringing the fire. As CEO and Chair of one of America’s top law firms, Tim’s not just talking about leadership from the top… he’s on a mission to prove that Everybody Leads. Tim and Rosie dive into why leadership isn’t reserved for the C-suite, how small daily practices shape powerful leaders, and what it means to have a “leadership aroma.” He shares the backstory behind his new book, podcast, and nonprofit—all named “Everybody Leads”—and breaks down his go-to acronym for COURAGE 💪. Whether you’re overwhelmed, burned out, or just trying to do the next right thing in this VUCA world, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and seriously rethink what it means to lead. Additional Resources: Get Tim’s new book - Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Leadership is about influence, not titles. Daily habits fuel long-term growth. Encouragement can unlock leadership in others. Resilience comes from reflection and action. In uncertainty, focus on the next right step.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Stop Saying You’re Fine
08/05/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Stop Saying You’re Fine
How often do you say “I’m fine” when you’re definitely not? 😅 Rosie cracks open the truth behind this little word we throw around way too much. Spoiler alert: “fine” really means “Feelings I’m Not Expressing.” Rosie shares a candid moment and invites us to ditch the autopilot responses, get real about what we’re feeling, and connect more deeply—with ourselves and others. Ready to stop pretending and start showing up? Let’s go beyond “fine” and into something real ✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Saying “I’m fine” often masks unexpressed emotions like fear, exhaustion, or anxiety. The acronym FINE stands for “Feelings I’m Not Expressing.” Accurately naming your feelings is crucial to processing them and seeking support. Authenticity and vulnerability create deeper human connection. Next time someone says “I’m fine,” be bold—lean in and help them feel seen.
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Leading Change Without Losing People with Summer Miller
07/24/2025
Leading Change Without Losing People with Summer Miller
What if leading change didn’t have to feel like dragging people uphill in a snowstorm, but instead felt like inviting them on a mission they actually want to join? 🎯 In this episode, Rosie chats with Summer Miller, a self-described logical, linear thinker who has mastered the art of leading change with heart. 🩷 From massive corporate transformations to her own journey of building empathy muscle, Summer brings the receipts on what it really takes to guide people through disruption. Think: fewer mandates, more conversations. Fewer top-down decisions, more fingerprints from your team. They unpack why most change efforts fall flat and how to reframe change as growth by focusing on connection, curiosity, and communication. Whether you're leading a company, a team, or just trying to navigate your own next chapter, this episode is full of practical gems you'll actually use. ✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Empathy and people-first practices are essential for meaningful change. Two-way communication turns change into a shared experience. Ownership grows when people can shape the change. Desire-based commitment leads to lasting transformation. Intellectual, emotional, and relational connection drives momentum.
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Networking is your career insurance with KL Shaw
07/23/2025
Networking is your career insurance with KL Shaw
If the word “networking” makes your skin crawl, you’re not alone 😬. In this episode, KL flips the script on everything you think you know about networking. Forget awkward small talk and business card swaps, this is about building real relationships that feel authentic and energizing 🙌. KL shares her own career lessons from climbing the corporate ladder to realizing too late that her external network was... well, kinda non-existent. But she fixed that, and she's here to help you do the same! From busting common myths to sharing confidence-boosting strategies, this episode is packed with stories, stats, and next-level tips to help you network like a boss 💼🔥. Let’s make networking feel less like a chore and more like career insurance with heart. Additional Resources: Learn more about The Salary Bump: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Networking is about real relationships, not contact lists. Visibility creates career opportunities. Build your network before you need it. Every conversation plants a future seed.
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Strategic Fulfillment with Claire Chandler
07/16/2025
Strategic Fulfillment with Claire Chandler
Ready to run your entire business from just one sheet of paper? 😲 In this episode, Claire dives into a game-changing tool—the Decision Dashboard—that helps leaders stop winging it and start aligning every decision with their mission and long-term vision. 🚀 Using NASA’s Mars mission as a metaphor, Claire breaks down how to reverse-engineer your business strategy and build a roadmap that actually gets you where you want to go. She walks you through a simple yet powerful exercise to pinpoint your fundamental gaps, leverage your strengths, clear obstacles, and define what success really looks like. If you’re tired of “lucky” wins and ready to make intentional, sustainable growth moves—this one’s for you. Get your pen and paper (or a fresh Word doc) ready… because your mission starts now. 💥 Additional Resources: What’s your number? Get your Growth Score at Key Takeaways: Clearly define and consistently communicate your mission across the organization. Reverse engineer your long-term vision into a focused growth strategy. Identify and address fundamental gaps to build a strong foundation. Involve your team to boost buy-in, retention, and contribution.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Set Your Own Agenda
07/15/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Set Your Own Agenda
Who’s calling the shots in your day—your calendar or you? 🎯 Rosie explores a gem of advice from Melinda Gates’ mom: “Set your own agenda, or someone else will.” 🙌 Rosie shares real talk about emotional intelligence, setting boundaries, and the power of saying “no” when it matters most. Whether you're juggling roles at work, at home, or in your community, this episode is your reminder to step back into the driver’s seat and steer your time with intention. Tune in to spark your self-awareness and let more of your brilliance shine! ✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Setting your own agenda is an act of emotional intelligence and self-leadership. Life and work are full of demands, but boundaries are essential to avoid burnout. Even in structured environments, we can advocate for ourselves and communicate our limits. Recognizing when you're letting others dictate your time is the first step to regaining control. Owning your agenda allows your true self to shine and better serve others.
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From Me to We: Why Leadership Is a Team Sport with Morag Barrett
07/10/2025
From Me to We: Why Leadership Is a Team Sport with Morag Barrett
What if the secret to better leadership isn’t in your strategy... but in your relationships? 🤯 Rosie sits down with Morag Barrett, executive coach and bestselling author, to explore what it really takes to lead with heart in today’s disconnected world. From ditching the myth of “going it alone” 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 you’ve ever wondered how to move from “me” to “we” or how to make your workplace more human, this conversation will light you up. Grab your earbuds and a notepad—this one’s a re-listen-er 🔥! Additional Resources: Get the book: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Leadership is Collaborative: True leadership thrives on interdependence, not solo performance. Ask the Right Questions: Build trust by asking: Can I count on you? Depend on you? Do I care about you? Trust you? Prioritize People, Not Just Tasks: Make time to check in on well-being, not just project status. Leaders Shape the Climate: Your emotional presence sets the tone—bring calm, not chaos. Lead with Vulnerability: Authenticity and openness create trust and stronger connections.
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Rosie in My Pocket: Shaking the Tree
07/01/2025
Rosie in My Pocket: Shaking the Tree
When life stops going your way… do you sit and sulk or shake the tree? 🍃 Rosie shares a timeless parable that hit her like a lightning bolt, reminding us that while we can’t 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. Let’s shake things up! 🌟🌳 Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Life’s obstacles are inevitable, but our reaction to them is a choice. Waiting for external change keeps us stuck—agency begins when we act. “Shaking the tree” symbolizes taking initiative when things aren’t working. Misery is not a requirement of tough circumstances—it's often self-imposed. Reflecting on your personal and professional life can reveal where you're tolerating too much.
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The Three Ps of Effective Leadership with Andrew Adeniyi
06/26/2025
The Three Ps of Effective Leadership with Andrew Adeniyi
Rosie is joined by Andrew Adeniyi—first-gen Nigerian American, CEO of AAA Solutions, and author of “The Circle of Leadership”—for a no-fluff convo on what makes cultures click. They dive into Andrew’s simple but powerful “Three Ps Framework” (Purpose 💡, People 👥, Process 🔁) and unpack how inclusive leadership = effective leadership. From “Fail Forward Fridays” to bringing purpose into everyday one-on-ones, this episode is full of real talk, human-first insights, and “aha!” reminders we all need. Additional Resources: Get Andrew’s Book - Learn more about Learn more about Key Takeaways: Inclusive leadership is effective leadership—it's about getting the best from everyone. Purpose should guide daily decisions, not just live on a wall. One-on-ones are prime time for connection, growth, and aligning with purpose. Leaders must adapt their style to meet people where they are—hello, Platinum Rule!
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Dear 22-Year-Old Me: Career Truths I Wish I Knew with KL Shaw
06/25/2025
Dear 22-Year-Old Me: Career Truths I Wish I Knew with KL Shaw
🎙️ 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 ❤️. It’s 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 🌍✨ Additional Resources: Learn more about The Salary Bump: Learn more about 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 capable—it 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.
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The Courageous Leadership Series: Cracking the Code: Technical vs. Adaptive Leadership
06/19/2025
The Courageous Leadership Series: Cracking the Code: Technical vs. Adaptive Leadership
🎙️ In this episode of the Courageous Leadership Series, Rosie and Nikki dive into the messy world of change. From a quirky ring-switching exercise 💍 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 isn’t a quick fix—it’s a journey. Buckle up for some real talk, laughs, and lightbulb moments! 💡 Additional Resources: Learn more about Key Takeaways: Change fails when adaptive challenges are treated like technical problems. Adaptive challenges require transformation, not information. Faulty programs (like perfectionism or martyrdom) sabotage progress. Psychological safety and consistent leadership messaging are critical. Adaptive leadership must be practiced over time—often 6-8 months or more.
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A Future to Buy into and Build with Claire Chandler
06/18/2025
A Future to Buy into and Build with Claire Chandler
In this episode of Growth on Purpose, Claire dives into the final pillar of her growth methodology: Alignment on What Matters 💡. She busts the myth that everyone’s replaceable—using a jaw-dropping NFL story (Peyton Manning fans, tune in 🏈) 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. It’s all about making sure your people don’t just stay—they grow. Ready to stop winging it? Let’s go! Additional Resources: What’s your number? Get your Growth Score at Key Takeaways: Alignment on the company’s mission is essential to sustainable growth. Succession planning is not optional—neglecting it can severely derail progress. External hires are costlier and riskier than developing internal talent. Leaders must co-create the future with their team, not dictate it.
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