Best Grace Turtle Podcasts (2025)

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The Diddy Reckoning with Comedian CP 1:16:37

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7d ago1:16:37

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Comedian CP joins Generational Drama to talk about leaving the corporate world behind to chase his creative ambitions. He shares an exclusive Diddy story following the 50 Cent–produced Netflix documentary Sean Combs: The Reckoning, along with his own conspiracy theories about the now-disgraced hip-hop mogul. CP also breaks down how he developed a k…

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Franklin the Turtle Goes to War and the Reality TV Apocalypse 1:01:40

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When are we going to end up on the White House’s “media offender of the week” list? Hopefully soon. We’d like to thank the academy for considering us. In other news, Bryan and Candace scratch their heads at how Franklin the Turtle has become wartime propaganda and how our current regime is using social media in ways that are now getting pop stars a…

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Wicked For Good in a World Gone Bad 1:08:32

22d ago1:08:32

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AI is coming for the youth, and Gen Z can barely land a job as it is. Candace and Bryan wonder when their blue haired, septum pierced barista will be replaced, but instead of focusing on the collapsing economy, Trump is busy chatting with a Saudi prince tied to the murder of a journalist and telling female reporters to quiet piggy. If you need an e…

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The Penny Is Dead and Bryan’s Botox Is Tight 59:07

29d ago59:07

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A penny saved is a penny earned, said absolutely no one in 2025. Especially now that our billionaire president has officially said goodbye to Abe Lincoln’s little copper face, calling the penny a relic of the past. This week, Bryan and Candace marvel at the rise of inflation, the rise of billionaires, and the fall of the penny, all against the back…

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63. And That’s a Wrap: Best of 2025 Highlights 35:34

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What if the biggest leadership lessons of your year are already sitting in the stories you’ve lived and the conversations you’ve had? For our final episode of 2025, we’re rewinding and revisiting some of the most impactful moments from this year’s twenty episodes of Lead Into It. You’ll hear insights on confidence, failure, self-awareness, communic…

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Get Yourself an Eater, Not a Cheater (with Courtney Bee) 1:02:34

1M ago1:02:34

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Brace yourself, because comedian Courtney Bee joins Generational Drama and immediately proves she’s the patron saint of Millennial-core confessions. This week, Bryan, Candace, and Courtney get into everything from naming your coochie (Courtney’s = “Dolores,” obviously) to navigating your hoe era to why Gen Z has collectively decided sex is… mid? So…

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Forgive Me Father, I’m Online (with Hunter Harris) 52:51

1M ago52:51

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Hunter Harris, host of Lemme Say This and the voice behind the cult-favorite Substack Hung Up, joins Generational Drama for a conversation that hits every nerve. From religious trauma and first jobs to the movies that made us feel seen (and a little too exposed), Hunter, Bryan, and Candace unpack how pop culture shapes our faith, fears, and sense o…

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62. Veterans Day Special: Courage and Leadership 12:51

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In this special Veterans Day episode, we explore the connection between courage and leadership beyond the battlefield. From stories of service to lessons in resilience and integrity, this conversation is a reminder that true leadership starts with the courage to serve others first. Whether you’re a veteran, a leader, or someone striving to lead wit…

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61. Leadership Meets Flexibility with Whitney Munro 55:10

2M ago55:10

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When leadership meets flexibility, real impact happens. In this episode, Sara sits down with Whitney Munro, Founder and CEO of FLEX Partners, a mission-driven consulting firm that’s reimagining how nonprofits get the strategic support they need. Whitney shares her journey from corporate PR to building FLEX Partners. A business with a model rooted i…

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Surge Pricing and Slutty Costumes 52:18

2M ago52:18

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Once upon a time, we feared strangers’ houses — now it’s running out of gas before the next trunk-or-treat. This week, Bryan and Candace unpack the corporate chaos of Wendy’s and Amazon testing surge pricing and surcharges — while Bryan confesses he dropped Econ 101 faster than Marnie flew to Halloweentown. Meanwhile, he’s basking in his newfound f…

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60. Ask Sara: Leading Through Challenges, Promotions, and Emotions 23:20

2M ago23:20

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I’ve hit 60 episodes of the Lead Into It podcast! 🎉 For this milestone episode, I’m doing something new: my very first Q&A. You sent in your leadership questions, and I’m diving into them all. In this episode, we’re talking about: Leading during tough times (like government shutdowns) Knowing when to say no to a promotion Building trust and trainin…

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Algorithms Don’t Lie: What Your For You Page Says About You 54:57

2M ago54:57

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Do you really know someone if you’ve never scrolled their For You Page? In the year of our Lord 2025, everyone’s got one. The catch? None of us are on the same corner of the internet. Bryan’s side of TikTok is straight white boys doing dances no one asked for, Role Model introducing yet another “Sally,” and Greta Thunberg leading a flotilla. Candac…

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Age Is Just a Number: Different Decades, Same Drama 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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Welcome to Generational Drama, the cross-generational group chat you didn’t know you needed. A millennial mom and her single, gay Gen Z best friend sit down to unpack life, one decade (and crisis) at a time. But whoever said age is just a number clearly wasn’t staring down the Forbes 30 Under 30 deadline. Bryan was, and the meltdown was generationa…

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Trailer: Generational Drama 1:42

2M ago1:42

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Welcome to Generational Drama, hosted by Bryan Taylor White and Candace Manriquez Wrenn. Different decades, different problems but traumatized all the same. Each week, we unpack everything from pop culture to politics to our personal lives, filtering it all through our generational lenses. Because at the end of the day, how we interpret the world d…

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59. Redefining Leadership with Brooke Brzozowske 51:29

2M ago51:29

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In this episode of Lead Into It, I’m joined by Brooke Brzozowske, a former federal government communications professional who spent nearly two decades advising leaders at the highest levels of the military and is now a full-time executive and leadership coach. Brooke was one of my very first podcast guests five years ago, and she’s someone who also…

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58. The Power of Storytelling with Karen Eber 55:55

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In this episode, Sara sits down with Karen Eber, award-winning author of The Perfect Story, keynote and TED speaker, and international consultant, to explore the transformative power of storytelling in leadership and communication. Karen shares how stories can build trust, inspire teams, and make messages truly memorable — all backed by the fascina…

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57. The Failure Files: The Email 23:45

3M ago23:45

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56. Diving Deep: Empowering Volunteers and Protecting Sea Turtles with Tabitha Siegfried 1:06:54

3M ago1:06:54

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In this episode of Lead Into It, Sara sits down with Tabitha Siegfried, the Sea Turtle Stranding Coordinator at the Gulfarium CARE Center. From growing up in landlocked Missouri to becoming a passionate advocate for marine life on the Gulf Coast, Tabby’s journey is a story of purpose, resilience, and leadership. Together, we explore: How Tabby lead…

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55. Science Meets Leadership: Navigating the Unknown with Diane Fraser 56:00

3M ago56:00

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This week on Lead Into It, I’m excited to share my conversation with Diane Fraser, the amazing director of the Emerald Coast Science Center right here in Fort Walton Beach. Diane’s journey is such a cool one—she started out as a forensic scientist and eventually stepped into leading a community science center, turning it into a vibrant hub of learn…

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54. What Leadership Taught Me: Trust, Rest and Grace 8:33

3M ago8:33

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✨ Leadership shows up in the big calls and the small details. ✨ Rest isn’t weakness—it’s leadership fuel. ✨ Grace goes further than perfection. Hi, and welcome back! I’m kicking off this new season of Lead Into It with a solo episode straight from my own leadership journey. Over the summer, I had the chance to step in and lead a public affairs team…

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53. Season Wrap-Up: On Commitment and Community 24:52

7M ago24:52

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It’s the end of the season, and in this finale episode, I’m reflecting on what I’ve learned from the incredible leaders who joined me. We’re talking about the ripple effect of leadership, why commitment matters more than motivation, and the reminder that no one should lead alone. If you’ve ever wondered how your words as a leader echo beyond the wo…

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52. No Clichés, Just Courage with Mike Minihan (Part 2 of 2) 44:37

7M ago44:37

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What does real leadership look like when no one’s watching? In this episode, retired General Mike Minahan gets honest about the messy, meaningful, and deeply human side of command. He shares the story behind his now-viral decision to schedule a mental health appointment as a four-star general—something he thought was just leading by example but tur…

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51. Ownership, Leadership and Attitude with Mike Minihan (Part 1 of 2) 50:42

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What makes a leader worth following? In this episode, retired General Mike Minihan, former commander of Air Mobility Command, shares the leadership philosophy that shaped his 35-year Air Force career, centered on "OLA": Ownership, Leadership, and Attitude. From his early days as a lieutenant to leading 110,000 airmen, General Minihan returns to one…

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50. Owning the Room with Lydia Fenet 1:00:15

8M ago1:00:15

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What does it take to command a room, bounce back from failure, and lead with true authenticity? In this episode, I sit down with Lydia Fenet—renowned auctioneer, bestselling author, and founder of her own agency—whose decades at Christie’s taught her powerful lessons in confidence, leadership, and owning your voice. Lydia shares what she learned fr…

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49. The Power of Debriefing with Robert "Cujo" Teschner 1:07:15

8M ago1:07:15

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What if the key to transforming your team’s performance wasn’t hiding in another leadership book—but came straight from the lessons learned in the cockpit of a fighter jet? In this episode, I’m joined by Robert “Cujo” Teschner—former Air Force fighter pilot, leadership expert, and author of Debrief to Win. Cujo brings the heat (and the heart) in a …

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48: Leading from the Inside Out: Mindset Coaching with Margaret "MJ" Jennings 44:20

8M ago44:20

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Ever wonder why some leadership situations hit you harder than they should? Or why feedback sometimes feels way bigger than it is? It might be your mindset foundation — and it could be ready for a reset. In today’s episode, mindset coach Margaret "MJ" Jennings joins me to talk about the mental side of leadership — the 95% we don’t always see but de…

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47. Fueling Leadership Through Empowerment with Maj Gen Dan Tulley 57:33

8M ago57:33

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In this powerful episode of Lead Into It, I sit down with Maj Gen Dan Tulley, Director of Operations at U.S. Transportation Command—and someone I had the honor of serving with over a decade ago. We trace his leadership journey from his ROTC days at Duke University to commanding at a global scale, uncovering the real-world lessons that shaped his le…

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46. Cultivating Curiosity as a Leader with Thomas Greek 1:15:24

8M ago1:15:24

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Thomas Greek's leadership journey reads like a field guide for anyone who's ever struggled with the transition from boss to true leader. From his early days as a self-described "bossy boss" pointing at his metaphorical sheriff's badge, to becoming the youngest executive in his organization's history, Thomas reveals the pivotal moments that transfor…

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45: From Colonel to Cacao: A Leadership Journey with Maria Carl 1:03:17

9M ago1:03:17

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What do you get when a 23-year Air Force Colonel trades her uniform for a machete and cacao seedlings? Meet Maria Carl, who went from leading global military teams to running a thriving Hawaiian chocolate farm. Ten years ago, she and her husband bought a wild 10-acre plot on Oahu. What started as a dream home project turned into 21 Degrees Estate –…

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44. And We’re Back: Leadership, Growth & Authenticity 20:37

9M ago20:37

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Welcome back to Lead Into It! After three years of military orders, a coaching certification, and personal growth, I’m back with fresh insights on leadership. Since our last episode, I’ve led teams big and small, moved from Charleston to Florida’s Panhandle, and had a huge realization: the best leadership happens when we stop trying to fit a mold a…

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43. Bringing People Together with Kathy Knichel 54:08

3y ago54:08

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This week's episode is with Kathy Knichel, someone I met while on my military orders who has a wealth of leadership experience from her time leading the protocol program at Charleston Air Force Base. I loved talking with her from the first moment I met her and knew I had to have her on the show. During our conversation for this episode, we talked a…

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42. Building Confidence as a Leader with Julie Delucca- Collins 48:24

3y ago48:24

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This week's episode is with Julie DeLucca-Collins, Business and Life Strategist Coach. During our conversation, we dove into confidence as a leader, why it's important and how to cultivate it. Julie DeLucca-Collins is the Founder and CEO of Go Confidently Services, the host of the popular Casa DeConfidence Podcast®, and her weekly Radio Show Confid…

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41. The Experiences We Create with Carolene Meli 44:15

3+ y ago44:15

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This week's episode is with Carolene Meli, Experience Strategist and Advisor, and we dive into the importance of the experiences we create and how that is important as a leader. Over the last 15 years, she has led over 50 experience teams in 17 different countries and has created an array of experiences from VIP events and employee development prog…

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40. Feedback Culture with Kelly Waltman 52:45

3+ y ago52:45

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This week's episode is with Kelly Waltman, Founder, and CEO of SLR Consulting and author of Elevate Connection: Cultivate an Engaged, Inspired, Productive, and Profitable Workplace Culture. We had an amazing conversation about feedback (an essential skill as a leader!). We talked about why giving AND receiving feedback is important, how to respond …

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39. Setting Your Mindset, Boundaries and Priorities with Debbie Storey 1:00:51

3+ y ago1:00:51

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Making coffee at work might seem like an ordinary task, so how did Debbie change her mindset about this small task into something that launched her career? This week's episode is with Debbie Story, President and CEO of the nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center, to talk about leadership lessons she learned as she progressed in her career. With her p…

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38. Lead Into It is Back! 9:10

3+ y ago9:10

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I am so excited to be back! This short episode will dive into where I've been and what I've been up to since last year and what you can expect for future podcast episodes. _______________________________________ www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: [email protected] Instagram: @leadintoit Facebook: @leadintoit Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, ka…

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37. Juggling Glass Balls vs. Plastic Balls 4:11

4+ y ago4:11

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Lead Into It will be taking a break for the summer! Listen to this episode to learn why and to learn a great metaphor for how to juggle the important things in life. _______________________________________ www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: [email protected] Instagram: @leadintoit Facebook: @leadintoit Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryros…

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Coffee Break with Derek Whisenhunt RE: How to Set Expectations for your Team 8:57

4+ y ago8:57

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 10: Setting Expectations and Building Teams with Derek Whisenhunt. In this part of the episode, Derek shares steps on how to…

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36. The Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose as a Leader with Ron Carucci 45:42

4+ y ago45:42

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In this week's episode, I sit down with Ron Carucci, Managing Partner at Navalent, to talk about his new book, To Be Honest: The Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose. We talk in-depth about the conditions in which people will tell the truth, be fair, serve a greater good, and in what conditions do organizations create an environment where people wil…

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Coffee Break with Keri Atkinson RE: Setting the Tone and Admitting Mistakes as a Mom 3:19

4+ y ago3:19

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. **Happy Mother's Day!** During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 8: Leading as a Mom with Keri Atkinson, where she talks about how she saw how important it was to se…

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35. Self-Leadership and Owning Your Authority with Marisa Santoro 45:36

4+ y ago45:36

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I'm so excited to have Marisa on the show again! This time, we talk about her new book, Own Your Authority: Follow Your Instincts, Radiate Confidence, and Communicate as a Leader People Trust. We also talk about what it means to own your authority, trust your gut and have self-leadership. Marisa is a former IT Executive on Wall Street who has over …

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Coffee Break with Marisa Santoro RE: Communicating with the Rule of Three 6:48

4+ y ago6:48

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 15: Communicating with Intention with Marisa Santoro. In this part of the episode, Marisa explains how to effectively use th…

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34. Health and Wellness as a Leader with Jenn Trepeck 58:54

4+ y ago58:54

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As leaders or as high achieving individuals, our health and wellness is the foundation to reach our goals and to take care of others. On this week's episode, I talk with Jenn Trepeck, owner of Better Life Now, LLC and the host of the Salad With A Side Of Fries podcast. During our conversation, we talk about why health and wellness as a leader are i…

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Coffee Break with Becky Heyse RE: Giving and Receiving Feedback 10:15

4+ y ago10:15

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 6: Leadership and Self Awareness with Becky Heyse, where she talks about using Brene Brown's methodology when doing feedback…

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33. Advocate Leadership with Carla Bennett 47:30

4+ y ago47:30

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In this episode, I sit down with Carla Bennett, an experienced leader who worked her way from the ground level up at a major domestic airline as well as a published author. We talk about how she came into leadership, what she learned from it, and her Advocate leadership style. This episode is perfect for those understanding what Advocate-style lead…

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Coffee Break with Scott Miller RE: Listening to Understand 7:58

4+ y ago7:58

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 12: Own your Mess with Scott Miller, where he talks about the importance of listening as a leader. Specifically, he goes int…

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32. Seven Ways to Lead with Andre Young 57:04

5y ago57:04

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In this episode, I sit down with Andre Young, speaker, author, trainer, and Founder of You Evolving Now, LLC, to talk about his experience as a leader and his book, 7 Ways to Lead. Our conversation is FULL of tangible tools to take with you as you lead your teams or in your day-to-day life. During our conversation, we talk about the common complain…

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Coffee Break with Brooke Brzozowske RE: Difficult Conversations 7:35

5y ago7:35

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 3 Leadership Coaching and Difficult Conversations with Brooke Brzozowske, where she talks about her experience with being an…

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31. Changing Fear into Confidence with Melissa Chiranky Bozich 47:33

5y ago47:33

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I firmly believe that leaders can exist in many different ways, not only with a manager or director title. Meet Melissa Chiranky-Bozich— Choreographer, Class studios instructor, former NBA dance, and NHL Ice Girl. Her mission is to share her love for dance with everyone in the world and make dance accessible for anyone, anywhere. During our convers…

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Coffee Break with Floyd Greco RE: Make It Happen 6:25

5y ago6:25

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It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day. During this coffee break, I revisit Episode 4 with my grandfather’s, Floyd Greco, speech “Make It Happen.” The speech is read by my dad, Chris Greco. Floyd worked his way up fr…