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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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, I’m joined by internationally experienced leadership coach and courage catalyst Noomi Melchior Natan for a conversation every leader navigating hard or busy seasons needs to hear.

We explore what it means to thrive, not just survive, during the most demanding chapters of leadership, and how to stay connected to your courage, clarity, and conviction when the pressure is high.

Noomi shares her signature framework—The Four Powers: Leading, Being, Doing, and Staying—and how each one can help you face uncertainty, make bold moves, and preserve your energy in the process.

We discuss:

• Why your identity and inner narrative can either limit or liberate you
• How to stop over-functioning and start protecting your greatest asset—you
• What it looks like to build “staying power” in a world of constant change
• A small brave move you can start today to build sustainable leadership strength

Whether you’re leading through change, burnout, self-doubt, or big decisions, this episode will help you reconnect to what truly fuels your leadership and take small brave steps toward a more powerful and grounded version of yourself.

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There’s a silent struggle happening behind the scenes of so many high-achieving leaders: they’re carrying too much, but feel like they can’t ask for help.

In this episode of Small Brave Moves, we name the fear, break the stigma, and explore how “the ask” can transform your leadership, your team, and your energy.

We explore:

• Why asking for help feels so vulnerable (especially for high-capacity leaders)
• How unspoken pressure to "have it all together" creates disconnection
• What happens to culture and performance when leaders normalize asking for what they need
• Real-life phrases and scripts for making “the ask” without overexplaining or apologizing
• How this conversation fits into the Five Tough Talks® framework

If you’ve ever white-knuckled your way through something you should’ve shared, or you’re carrying more than anyone realizes, this episode is your permission slip to do it differently.

Brave leaders don’t go it alone. They ask with clarity, courage, and heart - and that small brave move changes everything.

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're talking about one of the most overlooked yet powerful leadership practices - meaningful one-on-one meetings.

Let’s be honest: most one-on-ones are either inconsistent, rushed, or overly focused on status updates. But when done right, they’re your secret weapon for building trust, boosting engagement, and retaining top talent.

I'll teach you:

• Why most one-on-ones fall flat - and how to fix them
• The real reason leaders avoid one-on-ones (hint: it’s not time)
• Powerful questions to ask in your next one-on-one that go beyond the surface
• How to turn feedback into a gift instead of a threat
• Why one-on-ones are not just a “nice to have” but a strategic advantage

If you’ve been known to reschedule these conversations, or are wondering if they even matter, this episode will change the way you think about one-on-ones, and the way your team feels about you.

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we’re exploring something that might seem like a luxury—but is actually a leadership necessity: Flow and Ease®.

If you’re a high-achieving leader who’s feeling overwhelmed, overbooked, or stretched thin, this conversation is for you. Because here’s the truth: hustle doesn’t equal impact. And letting go of control doesn’t mean letting go of your standards.

We'll be discussing:

• What Flow and Ease® actually means in the context of brave leadership
• Why micromanagement is often fear in disguise
• The surprising leadership edge of emotional regulation and grounded energy
• Small, brave shifts that create clarity, calm, and powerful ripple effects
• How to stop contributing to the chaos—and start leading from a place of presence

You don’t have to prove your worth through burnout. Your clarity, calm, and boundaries aren’t soft—they’re strategic. And when you lead with flow, your team rises with you.

Plus, Nicole shares an exclusive invitation to podcast listeners to attend a transformational leadership experience designed to help executive women reclaim their energy, amplify their light, and elevate their leadership.

If you’re ready to stop gripping so tightly and start leading with more trust, intentionality, and energy—without losing your drive—this one’s for you.

🌴Learn more about The Brave LeadHERship Retreat + access exclusive podcast listener pricing.

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're discussing one of the most relevant challenges in leadership today—how to lead remote and hybrid teams without falling into the trap of micromanagement.

Because let’s be honest: working from anywhere can quickly turn into disconnected everywhere if we’re not intentional.

We explore:

• How to create real connection without constant check-ins
• Why micromanagement is fear in disguise—and how to lead with trust instead
• Three rhythms that build strong remote teams (including the rituals I use with my own remote team)
• The mindset shifts every brave leader needs in the virtual world
• And three Small Brave Moves you can make this week to boost clarity, trust, and team momentum

If you’ve ever felt the urge to hover, over-communicate, or overcorrect in remote settings, this episode will help you step into brave, intentional leadership—no matter where your team is located.

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