Courage doesn’t always show up with noise. Sometimes it’s quiet, intentional and rooted in knowing where we stand. In this episode, Susan Kelliher, Founder/Principal of Sentima Advisors LLC and Board Member of the National Safety Council, Airvet and EJ, explores how courage shows up in the workplace — whether in the boardroom, during sensitive conversations or in moments of personal growth. With a career shaped by high-stakes decisions, Susan shares the powerful impact of standing firm in one’s values, fostering inclusive leadership and creating space for others to find their voice.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction.

01:39 Stepping into board roles means guiding organizations with a broader perspective.

05:30 Courage shows up in both quiet moments and visible decisions.

10:00 Great leaders listen fully, even when it challenges what they think they know.

13:30 Courage can emerge in quiet leadership moments that shape how teams grow.

16:30 Shaping culture means sharing responsibility instead of placing it all on HR.

18:45 Facing discomfort means focusing on the good that can come from taking action.

21:04 Susan’s first HR job meant supporting senior leaders before she felt ready.

24:47 Making an impact means knowing what matters and pushing past comfort.

Resources Mentioned:

Susan Kelliher

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-kelliher/

National Safety Council

https://www.nsc.org/?srsltid=AfmBOoq3fkyGWiX4WtszAzeAHJW7LGkW7oid95fjTAMrCrSxmYgOi-ZY

Airvet | LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/company/airvet/

Airvet | Website

https://www.airvet.com/

EJ

https://www.ejco.com/global

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