In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore one of the most overlooked truths about leadership and culture: you don’t need a title to make an impact.

When uncertainty is swirling - reorgs, layoffs, AI disruption, hybrid confusion - it’s tempting to shrink back and think "what difference can I make?" But the reality is, every Slack message, every meeting comment, every hallway conversation sends a signal that shapes your team’s energy and culture.

Join me for an honest discussion about:

• Why brave leadership isn’t always big or loud—it’s often small, consistent acts that ripple outward
• How cynicism, apathy, and disengagement spread (and how care and courage spread faster)
• The contagious power of showing up authentically and modeling what matters
• Three small brave moves you can practice this week to shift the energy in your workplace

Whether you lead a team of one or one thousand, the way you show up matters.

Bravery isn’t top-down—it’s inside out. And when you step into the power of individual contribution, you create the kind of culture where people feel safe to care, contribute, and thrive.

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What if your good intentions as a leader are actually holding your team back?

It happens more often than you think. Many well-meaning leaders unintentionally stall their team’s growth by fixing problems too quickly, jumping in to save the day, or making decisions before their team even has the chance to try. While it feels helpful in the moment, it often creates dependence instead of development.

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we uncover:

• The surprising ways over-helping and over-fixing slow your team’s growth
• The hidden costs of over-functioning as a leader
• How to shift from being the hero to being the coach your team really needs
• Five practical coaching skills that spark clarity, accountability, and growth in your team
• Small Brave Moves you can make this week to unlock your team’s potential

Brave leadership isn’t about having all the answers - it’s about creating the conditions for your people to grow into their own. Listen in to learn how to step back, coach more, and stop unintentionally stalling the very growth you want to see.

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Real employee engagement starts with how your team feels every day, not just during the annual survey.

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, I’m sharing five powerful, no-cost ways to boost engagement that any leader can start using right now. These are practical, human-centered actions that build trust, spark motivation, and create a team culture people don’t want to leave.

You’ll learn how to:

1. Clarify team expectations with the How We Work conversation
2. Celebrate micro wins to keep momentum high
3. Make one-on-ones more human (and way more impactful)
4. Trade micromanagement for autonomy and trust
5. Foster growth opportunities even when promotions aren’t available

If you’re ready to create a workplace where people feel seen, valued, and fired up to give their best, this episode is your playbook.

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🎤Book me as your next keynote speaker
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