After a month break from the podcast, I'm back with new episodes. Thank you so much for hanging in there and listening to the show. In this episode, I talk about the 2 essential things to focus on as a quiet leader in order to be more successful and feel stronger as a leader. 1. Creating a vision 2. Radical self-awareness and connection to self I go deep into each one and how you can work on strengthening them to become a better leader, whether it's for others or just for yo...

In this episode, I share my top 10 list of ways that you can show strength and be a strong leader in your life even if you are quiet. Use this list to reflect on how you are doing and to give yourself more credit than perhaps you are right now. I hope this list is helpful. Thanks for listening! Feedback Please - 5 Minute Survey I’m also looking for feedback on the podcast and want to know what is resonating, what you like/don’t like, and what you want to hear more of on future e...

In this short episode, I remind you of the importance of pausing and taking a moment to celebrate your wins and see how far you've come instead of always chasing that next thing. I give you a few simple reflection questions you can use to recalibrate and enjoy everything you've accomplished so far. Thanks for listening! I hope you enjoy the episode! Feedback Please - 5 Minute Survey I’m also looking for feedback on the podcast and want to know what is resonating, what you like/d...

What if your default belief was "My (insert your dream here) was going to be a success no matter what" instead of consantly wondering and questioning? As a lifelong critical thinker and realist, believing in things I can't see yet has been difficult to say the least. However, in this episode, I share about the mental shifts I've been making lately to uplevel my core beliefs in a way that supports where I want to go, instead of dragging me down. In this episode, I talk about: ...

In this episode, I talk about this central idea of what got you to where you are now, aren't the same things that will get you to your next level. This is an idea that has been written in books, talked about by speakers and podcasters, and is all over personal development. But, I'm finding it to be true for myself on my own journey. I offer 5 reflection questions to help you: Where is “here”? Where am I right now? Who am I right now? How would I describe myself right now?What...

In this episode, I talk about the unspoken overwhelm and stress that so many people are feeling, but that isn't said out loud enough. Have you ever felt pressured to look like you have it all together all the time, even when you feel uncertain? I cover: you are not alone if you are feeling stressedleaders can help their teams by sharing openly 4 tips for reducing stress and overwhelm that I use I hope you enjoy the episode. Thanks for listening! Feedback Please - 5...

Are you a high achiever? Do you have high expectations of yourself? Probably higher than what you'd expect of anyone else, right? If this is you and you are also working towards really BIG goals for yourself, I bet you get frustrated of not being there yet. Of the goal always seeming to be far away. In this episode, I talk about: really big goals take a long time to reach (even though we want them right now)checking in with yourself on how you are actually feeling right now most d...

In this super short episode I share some real-time reflections about where I'm at with The Lead Quietly Podcast and how I'm on the cusp of a transition for this podcast and this community. The last few months have been a period of pause and reflection, and now a new season is about to bloom. Feedback Please - 5 Minute Survey I’m also looking for feedback on the podcast and want to know what is resonating, what you like/don’t like, and what you want to hear more of on future episodes. ...

I'm in a season of pause right now, doing some re-evaluating and re-calibrating so I can set myself up for a success future. Pausing can be really uncomfortable because you feel like you should be doing something, and this has happened to me as well. In this episode, I'm sharing the 3 things I am doing (or doing differently) that are respecting the season of pause that I'm in, but also are helping me feel productive and like there is movement and momentum at the same time. The 3 t...

In this episode, I share why I started this podcast in the first place and the journey that brought me from idea to episode 80! I talk about: How it all started How I actually make the podcast each week (what it looks like behind-the-scenes)Lessons learned and mistakes made so farWhat I’m currently thinking about for what’s next for the show as I approach episode 100 in a few months Feedback Please - 5 Minute Survey I’m also looking for feedback on the podcast and ...

This is a reflection episode, where I'm sharing 3 things that I'm currently working on personally in terms of my own personal growth. If you are interested in seeing what personal development actually looks like for someone else, that's what I'm sharing in this episode. I share 3 things I've been reflecting on lately: a desire to stop chasing all the time learning to "sit with it" instead of always needing to solve things boosting my sense of belief that dreams can come ...

Do you ever feel lonely? Like you are the only one in your friend group or at work who is into personal development, or who wants to start a business, or do something more than the day-to-day? In this episode, I share about how a feeling of loneliness really was the spark that started everything that Lead Quietly is today, and why Jen Klonecki and I started hosting monthly connection calls for women, called Unplugged. I share the backstory of how all of this came to be on this epi...

Before Christmas, I challenged myself to a small, but difficult goal. At the age of 45, I finally learned how to solve a Rubik's cube. This was something I had previously thought was impossible, and if you asked me years ago to solve one, I would have laughed in your face. As if! In this episode, I share how the Rubik's cube gave me 2 big insights in how we go after our big goals in life: 1. What does "solved" look like for your goal? 2. Do you know how to solve it? (hint: n...

How is your 2025 going so far? In this episode, I'm sharing how mine is going a little slower and more unexpected than I thought, and I share some of the ways I'm working through it right now. Podcast referred to in the episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/why-your-unclear-goals-are-the-biggest-sign-youre/id1461493937?i=1000691057234 Thanks for listening! Join the free monthly Unplugged Connection Call for women chasing big dreams. Register here to get ...

In this short episode, I share about 2 situations where you might be holding yourself back or not expressing yourself the way you want, and I know these are frustrating. I give some tips and encouragement for how to work through them. I hope you enjoy the episode! Join the free monthly Unplugged Connection Call for women chasing big dreams. Register here to get the link and see the full schedule of dates. Sign up for my newsletter here. I sent out a personal email with relatable stori...

In this episode, I share about the moment I had about 20 years ago when I realized I was living my life on autopilot. I call it my "waking up moment" when I realized I was in the daily grind, doing the same things day after day, and something that day snapped me out of that state. Do you feel like you are on autopilot sometimes? If yes, then this episode is for you. Thanks so much for listening! Join the free monthly Unplugged Connection Call for women chasing big dreams. Register here ...

January isn't even over yet and I'm already losing steam for my 2025 goals. Are you? Are you tired of always needing to do more or to be more, even if you consider yourself a goal-oriented person? These questions prompted this episode, where I talk about: How can you reconcile wanting growth without always feeling like you are chasing more? The tug of war of desiring big things vs. feeling exhausted always having to work on yourself and your goals The concept of a deficit...

I hope you enjoy this quick hit episode where I talk about the idea we can get in our minds that the only way to make an impact is through a business or through the paid work you do. There are so many ways you can make an impact, and I hope this quick episode gives you some food for thought, especially if you've been frustrated in terms of the impact you are currently making. Thanks for listening! Join the free monthly Unplugged Connection Call for women chasing big dreams. Register her...

In this episode, I am talking about self-awareness - a critical leadership skill that some leaders overlook. We tend to think that being a good leader means being the most outspoken or being an expert, but being more self-aware will give you an edge, help you make better decisions, and perform at a higher level. I cover: why self-awareness is important to cultivate in yourself how it helps build trust with othersways to boost your self awareness in as little time as 5 minutesEv...

Welcome to 2025 and to a new episode of The Lead Quietly Podcast. I'm happy to be back on the podcast after a lovely holiday break and some time off to rest and relax. In this episode I share: a brand new podcast intro and outrosome of my top 2024 reflections the 2 things I'm focusing on in 2025a reminder that this can be great year for you too Join the free monthly Unplugged Connection Call for women chasing big dreams. Register here to get the link and see the full sc...