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Coaching Real Leaders

Coaching Real Leaders

Muriel Wilkins 93 Episodes Aug 17, 2026

Longtime leadership coach Muriel Wilkins takes you inside real-life coaching sessions with high performers working to overcome professional challenges and grow as leaders. Listen in on real conversations and leave with new insights and practical guidance for your own career.

Episodes

Best of CRL: Why Haven’t I Made it to the C-Suite?
Best of CRL: Why Haven’t I Made it to the C-Suite? Aug 17, 2026 00:48:01 He’s spent years coming close to landing the most senior level executive roles, only to be passed over without clear feedback. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches him through what to do when you feel you've done everything "right" but still don't get the opportunity you were hoping for. For further reading: What to Do After a Final-Round Job Interview: https://hbr.org/2021/01/what-to-do
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Damien Faughnan
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Damien Faughnan Aug 3, 2026 00:47:05 Have you ever been passed over for a promotion?Are you wondering whether you're ready for the CEO role—or your next big career move?Are you struggling to figure out when it's time to leave for good?In this episode, CEO Coach and Advisor, Damien Faughnan, joins host, Muriel Wilkins, to answer questions from the Coaching Real Leaders community.For further reading: Learn more about Dami
How Do I Lead Someone Who Doesn’t Seem to Fit the Team Culture?
How Do I Lead Someone Who Doesn’t Seem to Fit the Team Culture? Jul 20, 2026 01:04:41 She’s recently taken on a bigger leadership role and with that shift comes a new challenge: how to lead a team where one person’s style doesn’t seem to fit the culture she’s worked so hard to build. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches her through how to manage a difficult dynamic while addressing the larger team leadership issues it raises.For further reading: More on the DISC assessment: ht
Ask Muriel Anything: Becoming My Friend’s Boss, Upsetting a Coworker, Dealing With Micromanagers
Ask Muriel Anything: Becoming My Friend’s Boss, Upsetting a Coworker, Dealing With Micromanagers Jul 6, 2026 00:35:03 How do I handle becoming my close friend’s boss? How do I recover after upsetting a coworker?How do I get my boss to stop micromanaging?In this episode, Muriel and her producer, Mary, answer listeners’ questions to help you navigate the issues you face at work.For further reading: Good Leaders Admit Mistakes: https://hbr.org/video/2228473497001/good-leaders-admit-mistakesTransit
How Do I Lead When Being the Expert Isn't Enough?
How Do I Lead When Being the Expert Isn't Enough? Jun 22, 2026 00:55:38 He's built his career on technical excellence and those skills have always been his path to success. But as AI reshapes his organization and his role, he senses that expertise alone won't carry him to the next level and he's unsure where to spend his time and energy to grow. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches him through how to expand his identity beyond the technical expert he's always been.&nb
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Amy Gallo
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Amy Gallo Jun 8, 2026 00:46:54 Have you ever had ongoing disagreements with your boss? Do you struggle trying to become more visible to leadership at your organization?Have you gotten feedback that YOUR feedback style needs improvement?In this episode, Amy Gallo workplace expert and author of “Getting Along,” joins host Muriel Wilkins to tackle questions from the Coaching Real Leaders community and listeners on th
How Do I Find Fulfillment In My Leadership Role?
How Do I Find Fulfillment In My Leadership Role? May 25, 2026 01:00:53 She recently transitioned to a new role and organization and is having trouble finding inspiration and motivation. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches her through why she feels professionally unfulfilled, and what she can do about it. For further reading: When Work Truly Fills Your Cup: https://karen-onpurpose1.medium.com/when-work-truly-fills-your-cup-83b0890ccf8b3 Questions to Ask Whe
Ask Muriel Anything: Productivity, Layoffs, and Visibility
Ask Muriel Anything: Productivity, Layoffs, and Visibility May 11, 2026 00:35:50 Are you worried that you have developed a habit of quitting when times get tough?Do you struggle with finding authentic ways to be seen by senior leadership?Are you trying to find the time and energy to develop your team?In this episode, Muriel is joined by her producer Mary to tackle leadership questions from listeners like you.For further reading: Why the Most Productive People Don
How Do I Help My Boss Without Doing Their Job For Them?
How Do I Help My Boss Without Doing Their Job For Them? Apr 27, 2026 00:51:29 She's energized by her company and the possibilities of her role, but keeps running into tension with her boss around how they work together. Host Muriel Wilkins coaches her through examining her approach, understanding what her boss actually needs from her, and deciding what she's willing to do about it.  For further reading: How Can I Get Along with My “Difficult” Boss?:
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Dave Stachowiak
Ask Muriel Anything with Special Guest Dave Stachowiak Apr 13, 2026 00:44:19 Have you ever felt like your boss might be holding you back? Do you have a hard time determining your non-negotiables? Do you struggle with constantly changing priorities from the C suite?In this episode, executive coach Dave Stochowiak, host of the Coaching For Leaders podcast, joins host Muriel Wilkins to tackle questions from the audience on their toughest leadership problems. For
How Can I Move Forward When My Company Won’t Promote Me?
How Can I Move Forward When My Company Won’t Promote Me? Mar 30, 2026 00:48:11 She’s been at her current organization for decades, and loves the leadership role she’s in. But she’s always aspired to make it to the C-suite. As that opportunity seems less and less likely to attain where she is now, executive coach, Muriel Wilkins, helps her work through what trade-offs she’s willing to make to achieve  her professional goals. For further reading: 3 Ways
Introducing: Ask Muriel Anything
Introducing: Ask Muriel Anything Mar 16, 2026 00:28:47 Long-time executive coach and Coaching Real Leaders host, Muriel Wilkins, takes questions from listeners, past guests and community members and helps them unpack some of the thorniest workplace challenges they face. In this episode, she’s joined by her producer Mary Dooe to talk about when business partnerships go bad, what to do when you make a significant mistake at work, and more.&nbsp

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