Leadership Without a Playbook
Leadership Without a Playbook is a conversation series hosted by Sara Riedel and Deb Jennings. They explore modern leadership through candid discussions on topics like curiosity, change, career growth, and personal branding. The podcast offers practical insights and fresh perspectives to help leaders navigate today's challenges. Their honest exchanges aim to inspire growth with confidence and purpose.
Episodes
The Power of Optimism
Optimism is not just a personality trait - it can be the difference between surviving a crisis and finding your way through it. Sara Riedel and Deb Jennings get candid about how mindset shapes everything from postpartum depression and stigma to career setbacks, family loss, and the courage to start over.Sara and Deb also put optimism under the microscope with real-world wisdom, personal stories, a
Nurturing Your Narrative
What do people say about you when you’re not in the room?In this episode of Leadership Without a Playbook, Sara Riedel and Deb Jennings explore personal branding and what it means to intentionally nurture your narrative throughout your career.Sara shares why personal branding wasn’t something she understood for much of her corporate career, how entrepreneurship changed that, and the framework she
Career Jungle Gyms
Is your career a ladder or a jungle gym?In this episode, Sara Riedel and Deb Jennings explore one of the most liberating shifts in how we think about careers: sometimes the fastest way up is sideways. Deb shares the lateral move to marketing she resisted three times — and why it became the best decision of her career — plus how a decade of nurtured relationships brought her current role to her bef
Leading With Grace
leadershipexchangeclub.comSummaryIn this episode, Sara and Deb discuss the significance of grace in leadership, emphasizing the importance of giving and receiving grace in both personal and professional contexts. They share personal stories that highlight the challenges of navigating difficult situations while maintaining empathy and understanding. The conversation also touches on the need for per
The Power of Networking
The Power of NetworkingNetworking, Human Connection, and Why AI Can’t Replace Real Relationshipsvisit leadershipexchangeclub.com to join the conversation and build your network. Episode: Sara Riedel of the KALA Leadership Collective and co-host Deb Jennings talk about why networking works best when it starts with service, not self-interest. They also explore how AI and digital tools can support le
Embracing Change
Embracing ChangeIn this episode of Leadership Without a Playbook, Deb and Sara explore the theme of embracing change, sharing personal experiences and insights on how to navigate significant transitions in life and work. They discuss the importance of adaptability, the role of leadership during times of change, and the value of a supportive network. The conversation emphasizes that change is a con
Leadership Without a Playbook
Leadership Without a Playbook is a podcast for leaders navigating the moments no one prepares you for.https://leadershipexchangeclub.com/The difficult conversations. The tough decisions. The uncertainty. The unexpected challenges.Because the truth is, leadership doesn't come with a playbook.Hosted by Sara Riedel and Deb Jennings, this podcast is built on honest conversations, shared experiences, a
