Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast
The Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast is about leaders growing themselves before they can grow their organizations. Hosted by ALIGN founder and CEO Tara Gronhovd, it explores real leadership challenges through candid conversations and practical tools. Episodes cover trust, accountability, developing people, navigating change, strengthening culture and building organizational capacity. The show connects better leadership to improved business results and quality of life. It is aimed at leaders who want healthier teams and organizations where people and performance thrive.
Episodes
Performance Review Systems that Work with Stephanie Theisen - Episode 141
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to rethink the traditional performance review. They explore why annual reviews often fall short and how clear goals, regular feedback, and ongoing coaching can create a more effective approach to performance management. Tara and St
Let's Name The Elephant: The Power of True Leadership ALIGNment with Stephanie Theisen - Episode 140
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to explore what true leadership alignment looks like, and what happens when expectations,communication, and priorities aren’t clear. They discuss how a lack of bench strength and unclear expectations can lead to burnout, disengagem
Rebuilding and Restoring Trust in the Workplace with Pamela Nelson
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara's joined by co-host and ALIGN coach Pamela Nelson for a thoughtful conversation about building, breaking, and repairing trust in the workplace. Together, they explore the four dimensions of trust and discuss how leaders can identify what's really at the root of trust challenges instead of making as
Where Growth Breaks | Findings from GROW with Tara & Stephanie
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to explore one of the biggest barriers to sustainable growth: leadership capacity. Together, they unpack why so many organizations struggle to scale. Not because of a lack of talent, but because they haven't built the systems,
Are You An Overfunctioning Leader? with Stephanie Theisen
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to explore a leadership challenge many high achievers don’t realize they’re facing: overfunctioning. Together, they unpack four common overfunctioning leadership patterns; micromanaging, firefighting, hypervigilance, and rescuing,
SHIFT 2026 Recap with Pamela Nelson and Stephanie Theisen
Welcome back, friends! In this special episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by Pamela and Stephanie to recap and reflect on the energy, momentum, and meaningful moments from SHIFT 2026. Together, they share behind-the-scenes insights from organizing the event, the power of in-person connection, and the standout lessons that emerged from this year’s momentum-focus
Why Your Core Values Aren't Working
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host Stephanie Theisen, to dive into what it really takes to make Core Values more than just words on a wall. They explore how many organizations underutilize their values after creation, and why clarity, alignment, and even tension between values can actually strengthen culture. They also
Leadership Pathways
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to unpack the risks of over-relying on AI at work and the importance of maintaining real human connection. They also dive into a common leadership pitfall: promoting high performers too quickly without proper development, and why n
Unpacking the Unbossing Trend
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host and ALIGN’s Chief Strategy Officer, Stephanie Theisen, to explore the growing “unbossing” trend: the decision to step away from leadership roles even as organizations need strong leaders more than ever. Together, they discuss how burnout, unrealistic expectations, and a lack of purpose
Strengths-Based Leadership in an Era of Change Fatigue
Welcome back, friends! In this episode of the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast, Tara is joined by co-host Pamela Nelson to unpack a reality many leaders and teams are feeling: change fatigue. Together, they explore why constant change leaves people emotionally and mentally drained, and how it often shows up as disengagement, resistance, and even over-control. Tara and Pamela share practica
AI for Humans Leading Humans
Welcome back, friends! After a short break, the Grounding and Growing Podcast is officially relaunching with a conversation that couldn’t be more timely. Tara is joined by Dr. Ashley Lang; ALIGN leadership coach, Grounded Leadership facilitator, Assistant Professor of Practice at UNI, and trusted friend. Ashley was even kind enough to be our very first guest back. In this episode, they explore how
Strengths at Play with Tara Gronhovd
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re wrapping up our Strengths at Play series with a special episode featuring the other half of the podcast, Tara! You hear Tara’s voice every week as she shares leadership insights and Strengths wisdom, but this time, we’re turning the spotlight on her. In this episode, Tara dives into what fun and play look like in her life and how
Strengths at Play with Ty Lewis
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re continuing our Strengths at Play series with one of ALIGN’s newest coaches, Ty Lewis! Ty has joined us on the pod before to share his insights on Strengths and finances, but today he’s here to talk all about play. In this episode, Ty opens up about the strengths he leans on when having fun and what embracing play looks like in thi
Strengths at Play with Dr. Ashley Lang
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re continuing our Strengths at Play Series with ALIGN’s very own, Dr. Ashley Lang! You may recognize Ashley from her past appearances on the podcast, where she’s shared her insights and research on generational differences. Today, she’s joining us for a more personal conversation about how she defines fun—and what incorporating play
Strengths at Play Series: Olivia LaRose
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re continuing our Strengths at Play Series with ALIGN’s very own, Olivia LaRose! You’ve heard Olivia on the podcast before sharing her insights on Strengths at work but this time, it’s all about her. In this Olivia-centric episode, she shares her personal definition of fun and how she intentionally brings play and joy into both her w
Strengths at Play Series: Pamela Nelson
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re continuing our Strengths at Play Series with our very own Pamela Nelson! You know Pamela as the calm, thoughtful co-host of this podcast, but today, we’re turning the spotlight on her. In this fun and insightful episode, we explore how Pamela defines fun and how she weaves play into her everyday life. Tara and Pamela dive into the
Strengths at Play Series: Doug Svendsen
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re kicking off our Strengths at Play Series with a fantastic guest, one of our newest ALIGN coaches, Doug Svendsen! Doug wears many hats: he’s a father, husband, leadership coach, entrepreneur, and corporate professional in the IT world. He specializes in developing high-performing teams and knows firsthand how powerful play can be,
A Successful SHIFT: What We Learned Doing a Big Event
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! This week, we’re giving you an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our recent SHIFT Leadership Event! Join Pamela and Tara as they reflect on what made SHIFT such a powerful and meaningful experience, from the vision and planning to the incredible team and generous sponsors who helped bring it all to life. They also dive into the joy of
Jon Acuff Live Q & A at SHIFT 2025
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! This week, we’re bringing you a truly special episode- a LIVE Q&A from the SHIFT Leadership Event featuring the one and only Jon Acuff! Jon is a New York Times bestselling author, widely recognized for his humor, impactful insights and relatable writing. In this live session, Jon joins Tara and Pamela to answer powerful questions ar
Strengths at Work: Includer
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Includer Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Includer talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in joining the *FREE* ALIGN Leaders Circle Community? Click HERE! You won’t want to miss all the exciting things ALIGN has in store for our circle community members! You can also ac
Strengths at Work: Deliberative
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Deliberative Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Deliberative talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in joining the *FREE* ALIGN Leaders Circle Community? Click HERE! You won’t want to miss all the exciting things ALIGN has in store for our circle community members! You can
Strengths at Work: Command
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Command Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Command talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in joining the *FREE* ALIGN Leaders Circle Community? Click HERE! You won’t want to miss all the exciting things ALIGN has in store for our circle community members! You can also acce
Strengths at Work: Context
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Context Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Context talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. At the Grounding and Growing Leadership podcast, we believe everyone is a leader and that leadership starts with you. Join Tara Gronhovd, Gallup Certified Clifton Strengths Coach and e2Grow High
Strengths at Work: Adaptability
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Adaptability Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Adaptability talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon
Strengths at Work: Focus
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Focus Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Focus talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuff? Click H
Strengths at Work: Self-Assurance
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Self-Assurance Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Self-Assurance talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker,
Strengths at Work: Analytical
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Analytical Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Analytical talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuf
Strengths At Work: Connectedness
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Connectedness Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Connectedness talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jo
Living and Leading with Intention, with Dawn Zimmerman
Welcome back to the Grounding and Growing Leadership Podcast! We’re thrilled to have Dawn Zimmerman, founder of Waymaker Brands and Waymaker Leaders, join us for this episode. A sought-after strategist and business coach, Dawn is known for her intentional approach, bringing clarity and direction to those she works with. Beyond her impressive professional accomplishments, we also admire the way she
Strengths at Work: Discipline
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Discipline Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Discipline talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuf
Strengths at Work: Competition
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Competition Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Competition talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jo
Strengths at Work: Ideation
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Ideation Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Ideation talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuff? C
The Impact of Soundtracks with Jacklyn Klaphake and Mackenzie Novak
Welcome back to the podcast, friends! In this episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by two inspiring leaders, Jacklyn Klaphake and Mackenzie Novak, who share their unique perspectives on personal growth, leadership, and the powerful impact of soundtracks on our lives. They explore how these mental soundtracks shape our lives and how we can rewrite them to create a more positive, empowering future.
Strengths at Work: Harmony
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Harmony Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Harmony talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuff? Cli
Strengths at Work: Consistency
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Consistency Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Consistency talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Ac
Strengths At Work: Significance
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Significance Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Significance talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon
Strengths At Work: Intellection
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Intellection Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Intellection talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon
Strengths At Work: Individualization
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Individualization Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Individualization talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team. Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest spe
Strengths at Work: Restorative
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Restorative Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Restorative talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon A
Strengths At Work: Maximizer
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Maximizer Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Maximizer talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about our special guest speaker, Jon Acuff
Strengths at Work: Futuristic
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Futuristic Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Futuristic talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Celebrating our 100th Episode!
Welcome to our one-hundredth episode, friends! We’re so excited to celebrate this incredible milestone with you. For this special occasion, we’re thrilled to welcome two special guests: Dr. Ashley Lang and Olivia LaRose! In this episode, the entire ALIGN team comes together to discuss strengths, explore soundtracks, and reflect on our journey and growth as a team since episode one. It’s a conversa
Strengths at Work: Empathy
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Empathy Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Empathy talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interes
Strengths At Work: Belief
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Belief Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Belief talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths At Work: Activator
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Activator Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Activator talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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New YEAR New WORD with Maria Surma Manka and Claudia Revermann
Happy New Year, friends! We’re kicking off the year with a very special episode! This week, Pamela and Tara are joined by not just one incredible guest, but two. Returning guest Claudia Revermann is back, and she’s brought along Maria Surma Manka, a senior internal communications business partner at Blattner Construction. Maria specializes in turning complex ideas into meaningful stories, and toge
Strengths at Work: Input
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Input Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Input talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths At Work: Positivity
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Positivity Strength! Join Tara and Pamela along with our new Align teammate, Olivia LaRose, as they explore what it means to have a strong Positivity talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Prepared to Pivot: The Power of Evergreen & Somatic Intelligence with Lisa Cummings
In this week’s special guest episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by the incredible Lisa Cummings! Lisa is an international speaker and coach specializing in CliftonStrengths and building independent coaching practices. She's featured in Harvard Business Publishing, Training Magazine, and Forbes and is the CEO of Lead Through Strengths. Outside of her work, she enjoys playing drums, hiking, and hos
Strengths At Work: Arranger
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Arranger Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Arranger talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths at Work: Woo
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Woo Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Woo talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths At Work: Strategic
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Strategic Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Strategic talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Life After the Jersey with Kelsey Wiechman
In this week’s special guest episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by the amazing Kelsey Wiechman! Kelsey is a certified life coach, and former athlete, who now helps other former athletes redefine their identity and build fulfilling lives post-sports. Kelsey also is a co-author of the book, Soul of an Athlete. She currently lives in the Twin Cities with her husband and two daughters, balancing fami
Strengths at Work: Developer
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Developer Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Developer talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths at Work: Achiever
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Achiever Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Achiever talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Inter
Strengths at Work: Communication
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Communication Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Communication talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
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Strengths and Financial Acumen with Ty Lewis
In this week’s special guest episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by the amazing Ty Lewis! Ty Lewis is a dynamic leader, speaker, and real estate investor with a background in coaching and philanthropy. Formerly the Director of Emerging Leaders at United Way Quad Cities, Ty has launched impactful programs and in 2023 was honored as Quad Cities' Outstanding Young Philanthropist.
Ty is here with us
Strengths At Work: Learner
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Learner Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Learner talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interes
Strengths at Work: Relator
This week’s episode is a deep dive on the Relator Strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Relator talent, both on a personal level and the impact it carries on a team.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is now open!
Interested in becoming a sponsor for SHIFT? Click HERE. Interested in learning more about the SHIFT event? Click HERE. Interes
Strengths at Work: Responsibility
Welcome to our Strengths Series! This week, we're kicking off the first of many episodes, each focusing on a different CliftonStrength. Today, we're diving deep into the Responsibility strength! Join Tara and Pamela as they explore what it means to have a strong Responsibility talent, both on a personal level and how it influences teamwork.
Registration for our next Grounded Leadership cohort is
Integrating Strengths into Our Interpersonal Relationships with Dr. Monica Holmes
In this week's episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by Dr. Monica Holmes, an incredible Gallup-certified Strengths coach and educator. Together, they explore the benefits of integrating "Strengths" into schools, education, and our interpersonal relationships.
Understanding our "Strengths" can help us feel seen and heard, allowing us to view ourselves more positively and gain deeper insights into o
Giving Feedback to Gen Z with Dr. Ashley Lang
In this week's episode, Tara and Pamela welcome back Dr. Ashley Lang, another exceptional coach from our ALIGN team! In addition to her work as a leadership coach specializing in emerging leaders, Ashley also serves as a Professor of Leadership at both UNI and Wartburg College. Ashley is here to join us for an insightful discussion on providing effective feedback to Gen Z!
We explore the uniq
Intentional Growth with Claudia Revermann
In this week's episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by the multifaceted Claudia Revermann! Claudia is the founder of Revermann Law, a law firm whose primary focus is to educate and serve clients with confidence and humbleness, so no one feels less than. Claudia is also a Certified Public Accountant, one of St. Cloud Times Media’s 5 under 40, is actively involved in multiple community organizati
Are You Ready to Make SHIFT Happen?!
Welcome back friends! In this week's episode, Tara and Pamela are joined by the amazing Stephanie Theisen to share a very special announcement! Stephanie is the COO of Leighton Media, a local family- and employee-owned media company. While leading teams, Stephanie’s superpower is her ability to command a room while inspiring teams to find their strengths and develop their own superpowers.
Ste
Greatest Hits #5: Playing Our Strengths!
The Labor Day Weekend often means end-of-summer gatherings with family and friends! Well, we are replaying the last of our "Greatest Hits" as we transition into Quarter 4 and what could be better than to end the summer with a game called, "Playing Our Strengths?"
Have you ever witnessed someone’s behavior and thought “what motivated that person to respond like that?”
We often l
Greatest Hits #4: Defining the Win with Josh Hoaby
We are replaying some of our Greatest Hits for the end of summer and "Defining the Win" is one of them!
How many teams are lost and tugging in different directions? Keeping your team aligned starts by defining success. What does a win look like? Why is it important? How does it relate to each and every person on a team? And how do we celebrate when we get there?
Join us this week as we
Greatest Hits #3 - Leadership Practice: Giving and Receiving Feedback
Leadership Practice: Receiving Feedback was our 12th episode and one of our most popular with listeners!
While the adage “it’s better to give than receive” is true in many areas of life, in one area, we’re thinking you might need to start receiving it to give it better. That area is feedback. As a grounded and growing leader, you need to be able to receive and provide feedback in a healthy way tha
Greatest Hits: #2 Excellence VS. Perfectionism with Sarah Noble
We’re excited to replay one of our "greatest hits!" We’re thrilled that today’s episode is a listener-requested topic – what is the difference between perfectionism and pursuing excellence? To help us through this conversation, we have an incredible guest joining us. Sarah Noble, a financial advisor, gifted speaker, and “recovering perfectionist” will talk about the pains and fears that
Greatest Hits: #1 Natural Born Leader
Are you a natural-born leader? You’re not alone if you feel like you’re not. In fact, we are here to say, the idea of a natural-born leader is a myth and that anyone can be a leader. And yes, that includes you!
We’re excited to replay one of our "greatest hits," our first podcast talking about what makes a good leader (and big surprise, it may not be what you think!). Just as flight atte
The Importance of Developing Emotional Maturity in Leadership with JT Spoor
This week, the insightful JT Spoor joins us to discuss the importance of emotional maturity in leadership, and how to develop it. JT gets vulnerable with us as he shares his own journey of leadership, developing emotional maturity later in life, and growing up in an environment where emotions weren’t valued.
Emotional maturity is a skillset that requires recognizing and navigating your emotions e
Accountability is NOT a Four-Letter Word
This week, Tara and Pamela dive into the concept of developing “Inspiring Accountability” in the workplace. What is the first thought that comes to mind when you hear the word “accountability”?
Accountability is often linked to negative feelings such as shame, but if we reframe it as progress, we can see it as a steppingstone toward improvement rather than a personal attack. When we ask ourselves
Fostering Innovation and Managing Risk with Michelle Massman
In this week’s episode, we are joined by the amazing Michelle Massman to explore how leveraging your personal interests and exploring new ideas can ignite innovation in your leadership journey.
Discover how to stay flexible and pivot under pressure, turning challenges into steppingstones for success. We also delve into the importance of rest and recovery, illustrating how taking time to recharge
Encountering Grief at Work
Encountering Grief at Work
This week’s episode was brought to you by another listener request! What does it look like to show support and allow people the space to grieve, while still running a successful business?
Managing grief in the workplace, whether it be your own or a colleague’s, can be difficult to navigate. Join us today while we discuss encountering grief in the workplace. We will wal
Holiday Replay: Shifting Out of Survival Mode
Happy Independence Day Week!
It’s a holiday week which means we’re doing a Holiday Replay where we take a popular episode from the past and replay it for you now. And we selected one of our highest feedback episodes from last year, Shifting Out of Survival Mode because we want everyone listening to experience the FREEDOM of shifting from survival exhaustion to thriving. Thanks for listening and
Unexpected Innovation: Breathing New Life Into a Family Legacy with Rachel Gray
Today our guest, Rachel Gray, joins us with the most fascinating story. You may look at her role as a cattle producer as something you might not be able to relate to, but you need to trust us on this. She has a lot of wisdom to share that applies to everyone! Her innovative approach to rebranding a family legacy in a male-dominated industry is amazing.
Family businesses can be a little dicey at ti
Restoring Trust in The Workplace
Today’s topic is one listeners like you have requested over and over again. While many of you leaders are beginning to feel comfortable building trust, you are still unsure about how to restore it.
Instead of fixating on whose name pops into your head when you think of someone you can’t trust, we challenge you today to listen along and think about how you can restore the trust that perhaps you ha
Developing Tenacity to Follow Our Passions with Andy Tollefson
He’s one of our favorite human beings and we are so excited to introduce him to you! Tara’s son Andy Tollefson is joining our podcast today. Today’s episode is a bit longer than normal, but trust us, you’re going to enjoy listening along and will be amazed at how much you might learn from his life story.
Andy is a second-year student of physical therapy at the University of Utah, and he's clas
Generational Challenges of Leadership Succession with Dr. Ashley Lang
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