In this mini pre-holiday episode, I invite you to pause, take a breath, and reflect. As you prepare to enjoy some time off and gear up for the new year, this is the perfect moment to look back on your year through a different lens: the lens of good. Instead of focusing on the unplanned, the unexpected, or the hard moments we all inevitably face, I encourage you to shift your perspective and intentionally look for the good. There is so much good woven throughout even the toughest seasons...

In this episode, I explore one of the most transformative qualities we can cultivate: humility. Not the kind that weakens us, but the kind that grounds us, shapes us, and quietly strengthens our leadership, our relationships, and our sense of self. I’m diving into what it truly means to be humbled by life, often at the exact moment we didn’t know we needed it. These unexpected lessons have a way of stripping away the noise and forcing us to refocus on what actually matters at the core of who ...

In today’s episode, we’re going deep. Deep into identity, self-trust, and what it really means to know who you are beyond the roles you play and the accomplishments you've earned. So often, we define ourselves by external markers such as our title, our work, our achievements, our team, our business. But what happens when those things change? What happens when you lose a job, shift careers, or face a major life transition? For many people, their sense of identity crumbles because it was built ...

In this episode, I’m bringing you inside our recent Executive Forum-The Future of Work: What Leaders Must Prioritize for 2026. This panel discussion featured two powerhouse leaders-Jane Hessler, Professional Development Manager, and Megan Rhoades, Director of Learning & Development. As organizations prepare for 2026, leaders are navigating a rapidly shifting workplace landscape. In this conversation, we dive into the real questions executives are asking right now: What should we be focusi...

In this episode, I’m joined by Chris Kolenda, a globally respected leadership advisor, retired Army colonel, founder of the Saber Six Foundation, and author of multiple award-winning books. Chris brings a rare combination of deep combat experience and strategic business insight, offering powerful lessons for leaders navigating today’s complex workplace challenges. Chris shares how his journey shaped his philosophy on leadership, conflict, and personal growth. His combat-tested framework, the ...

In today’s episode, we dive into the truth about competitive advantage - what really sets you apart in your professional journey. So many of us fall into the trap of trying to replicate someone else’s path, believing that if we just follow their steps, mimic their strategies, or become more like the people we admire, we’ll find the same success. But that’s not how it works. We often forget the messy, imperfect, behind-the-scenes journey those people went through to get where they are. You can...

In this episode, we delve into one of the most challenging aspects of growth: navigating difficult relationships. Whether it’s with a coworker, a boss, or even a friend or family member, how we present ourselves in relationships can significantly shape our overall experience. I’m sharing insights and tools I’ve been using with my clients to help them better understand communication styles, identify energy blocks that create tension, and set clear relationship goals. We’ll also talk about how ...

Today we’re diving into a topic most people really don’t like to talk about… failure. If you’re someone who prides yourself on excellence, performance, and doing things “right,” the idea of failing might make you cringe. I get it, it used to be one of my biggest fears too. In this episode, I share a story about my son's trunk-or-treat event, and how it brought back a high school pottery class memory and a moment where I walked away instead of allowing myself to learn through imperf...

In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that’s been top of mind lately-how to protect your peace when it feels like you’re surrounded by negativity. Whether it’s online, social media, or in your day-to-day interactions, negativity can slowly drain your energy and focus if you’re not intentional about how you handle it. In this episode, I’m talking about: -How to recognize when negativity is pulling your energy down -Practical ways to shift your mindset, set boundaries, and maintain yo...

If you are a leader in an organization, an aspiring leader, or someone responsible for developing talent within your teams, you’ll want to tune in to this episode. Fresh from the NHRMA Conference in Alaska, I’m sharing my session on how to close the leadership skills gap and build a resilient workforce prepared for the future of work. We can get so caught up in the day to day that we forget to zoom out and look at the bigger picture-what’s working, what’s not, and how to show a real return on...

It’s been one year since I had surgeries for melanoma that was on my face and this episode is a personal reflection on the past year. I’m sharing what this experience has taught me about control, perspective, community, and grace through life’s hardest seasons. If you’re in a tough season right now, I hope these lessons remind you that you’re not alone, that you have more strength than you realize, and that this season , as hard as it feels, won’t last forever. In this episode, I ...

In this episode, I’m sharing insights and reflections from my recent trip to Alaska, a place full of beauty, adventure, and unexpected lessons. Too often, we get caught up in chasing the destination-the goal, the result, the achievement- and forget to enjoy the experiences along the way. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why focusing only on the end goal can rob you of joy and fulfillment.How to find meaning and fun in the journey, even when things don’t go as planned.The importance ...

We often hear conversations about performance-how we measure it, improve it, and recognize it. But is performance really enough to carry us forward? In this episode, I dive into the powerful distinction between performance and potential, and why just talking about performance isn’t going to cut it anymore. Performance is measurable, observable, and rooted in the past and present. It tells us what was and what is. While performance is important, focusing only on it can keep us stuck in the box...

On today’s episode, I’m joined by Lu Ann Cahn, an 8-time Emmy Award–winning journalist, author, and speaker. Lu Ann is the author of I Dare Me, a book inspired by her year-long journey of doing one new thing every single day to get her life unstuck. Lu Ann has lived a remarkable career in investigative journalism, telling powerful stories across the globe. But despite her many accomplishments, she found herself feeling stuck, wrestling with major life changes, technology shifts in her industr...

There is so much power in simply being the person who shows up. In this episode, I’m talking about what happens when you say yes to the unexpected and go the extra mile for the people in your life. I share a recent experience where, despite every logical reason not to, I felt a strong gut pull to show up for my clients at a leadership event. That decision meant rearranging my schedule, renting a car, and driving seven hours, but it was absolutely worth it. I finally got to meet my clients in ...

We’re going deep in today’s episode with a powerful concept that has shifted how I think about performance, potential, and why we sometimes fall short of the goals we say we want. Let me ask you, what’s your thermostat set at? And no, I don’t mean the temperature in your room. I’m talking about your internal thermostat, the one that controls your success, your happiness, and your ability to achieve what you’re truly capable of. Inspired by thought leader Ed Mylett, we’re unpacking how your in...

In today’s episode, we have Katie Bolen-Irwin joining us. She’s a financial powerhouse by day and Nerf battle queen by night. Katie is the CEO of KBI Accounting and Consulting and the CFO of the Graduate School of Banking at UW–Madison. With her CPA and CNAP credentials, Katie brings both heart and strategy to the world of finance, helping mission-driven organizations stay financially strong without losing their soul or their sanity. Katie opens up about the real behind-the-scenes of juggling...

Whether you're presenting on a stage, in a boardroom, or on Zoom, if you’re communicating ideas to others, you are a speaker. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down how to command a room—in-person or virtual—and the not-so-secret secrets to growing your influence and confidence as a speaker. You’ll learn how to: - Show up with energy and clarity - Prepare like a pro so you can stay present and connected - Understand what your audience really needs - Use your voice and body...

What if you could fully embody and embrace your most confident self and totally nail the big thing you have coming up? Whether it's a major meeting, presentation, interview, or conversation, this episode is for you. I’m sharing powerful tips, tricks, and mindset shifts to help you let go of anxiety and fear and instead show up as the version of you that’s calm, confident, and fully prepared. You’ll learn how to harness the power of visualization, shift your energy, and take aligned action tha...

In this episode, we’re joined by Dan Burnett—a learning and leadership development expert with a deep passion for helping people grow through meaningful experiences. With over 20 years of experience building thriving learning cultures, Dan shares his unique perspective on how curiosity, clarity, and communication fuel both personal and organizational growth. From empowering teams through thoughtful delegation to engaging leaders in ongoing development, Dan breaks down what it really takes to ...