Oct 1

How to Stop Fighting at Work

Two leaders in a long-running feud both want the fighting to stop but cannot find their way to peace. Their coach gives them each homework to quiet the ill intent they ascribe to the other, allowing respect to emerge.It’s hard to stop fighting with a person who feels like sour mi ... Show More

24m 53s

Sep 3

How to Deal with Difficult People

A highly effective leader finds herself in the middle of a terrible mess, not of her own making. When her coach marvels at her ability to stay calm amidst the chaos, she shares a lesson she learned from her dad.Tools and concepts in this episode:“People are doing their best” embo ... Show More

28m 1s

Aug 6

Overcoming the Barriers of Leadership

A chief officer reflects on the burdens of senior leadership. While grateful for its privileges, he’s keenly aware his title can put up barriers between himself and others. Typical burdens of leadership:People put up barriers because of your power;You are a public figure and will ... Show More

20m 54s

Feb 2025

Leading with Values in a Divided World

Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of today’s world? In this episode, I dive into why values-driven leadership matters more than ever. Learn how to navigate uncertainty, stand firm in your beliefs, and protect your peace while growing your business. Discover why silence isn’t neutr ... Show More

46m 10s

Jan 2025

#329: Leading In Uncertain Times

<p class="MsoNormal"><span style= "font-family: 'Encode Sans Condensed'; color: #3b3838; mso-themecolor: background2; mso-themeshade: 64;"> Join Perry Holley and Chris Goede as they share strategies for leading effectively in uncertain times. This episode emphasizes transparent c ... Show More

18m 20s

Mar 2020

Moving Forward 6

In today’s episode, I’m coaching a few of my coaches on things they’re dealing with right now amidst the panic and uncertainty. We talk about balancing our judgmental thoughts with positive ones, dealing with uncommunicative family members, and the first step to believing in your ... Show More

31m 32s

Nov 2024

Episode 174: Building Resilience and Avoiding Burnout

On this solo episode of the podcast, we explore a vital topic for school leaders: maintaining resilience and avoiding burnout. I discuss five practical strategies to help you stay grounded, energized, and focused, even amidst the demands of leadership. From setting boundaries and ... Show More

15m 40s

Feb 2021

HBR Presents: Coaching Real Leaders

This new podcast features real-life coaching sessions with leaders working to overcome professional challenges. In this episode, host Muriel Wilkins speaks with a woman who’s been walking a tightrope between addressing a superior’s microaggressions and making her team feel safe. ... Show More

38m 28s

Oct 2021

Leaders to Learn From

In leading their teams and organizations through a crisis, women have repeatedly stepped up to the plate. We celebrate four of these women and highlight the ways they’ve been resetting priorities, demonstrating resilience and agility, and communicating effectively. Then, leadersh ... Show More

44m 22s

Nov 2023

You Can't Lead If You Can't Do THIS

<p>I've been an operator of multiple companies and managing employees for quite some time now. Something I've come to learn about leadership is when things get hard, are you a wartime general or a peacetime general? On today's episode of the podcast, I'm sharing m ... Show More

29m 21s

Jun 2025

How to lead your team through crisis

When your organization is bending under the weight of external pressures, it can be difficult to lead your team with strength and clarity. In this episode, Anne and Frances guide a caller who is grappling with burnout as she leads her LGBTQ+ organization through a challenging pol ... Show More

41m 14s

Staying Afloat in a Shitstorm