Episodes
Nov. 26, 2025
How's Your Gas Tank?
Is your tank of energy feeling low as a leader? In this episode, Susan and Tessa use a simple trip to the gas station to spark a deeper conversation about energy, time, and how leaders care for themselves. Through a memorable...
Nov. 24, 2025
Decision Making or Decision Fatigue
What if you could untangle stressful choices and quiet your mind with just a few minutes of pen on paper each morning? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore the world of decision fatigue and unlock a simple tool for findin...
Nov. 19, 2025
Burnout-Fog-Frustration
Step into the spaces where energy fades, clarity slips away, and frustration takes center stage. In this episode, Susan and Tessa peel back the layers of burnout and overwhelm to reveal what truly helps leaders find their way...
Nov. 17, 2025
Are You Having a Dip of Doubt?
Do you ever question if you are really up to the challenge? In this open and honest episode, Susan and Tessa explore the universal experience of self-doubt and reveal why it is a sign of caring and growth, not weakness. They ...
Nov. 12, 2025
Inbox Confessions: Are You Guilty of Email Offenses?
How many emails have you sent that missed the mark entirely? In this playful and thought-provoking episode, Susan and Tessa reveal the hidden habits and honest blunders that happen behind every “send” button. Through stories ...
Nov. 10, 2025
How Do You Make Your Leadership Sustainable?
What keeps leaders from burning out when the pressure never lets up? In this episode, Susan and Tessa flip the script on traditional leadership advice by exploring what it truly means to make your work sustainable. Instead of...
Nov. 5, 2025
The Power of Sleep
Are you running on empty or refueling for success? In this episode, Susan and Tessa ask leaders to confront a common blind spot by exploring the secret ingredient that unlocks better decisions, stronger relationships, and sha...
Nov. 3, 2025
Just Because I can, Doesn't Mean I Should
This episode delivers a memorable lesson on the power of restraint and thoughtful leadership. Susan and Tessa reflect on moments both big and small, starting with a real-life story at the airport, where choosing connection ov...
Oct. 29, 2025
60 Days and Counting?
As the clock ticks down on the year, Susan and Tessa challenge listeners to stop playing the waiting game. This episode is all about harnessing the final stretch, reflecting on routines and habits, and deciding what to keep, ...
Oct. 27, 2025
As a Leader, Are You Using AI?
Imagine stepping into a world where technology helps lighten your leadership load one click at a time. In this episode, Susan and Tessa invite you to dip your toes into the future, exploring how artificial intelligence can tr...
Oct. 22, 2025
Are You Leading or Just Looking Like It?
Not all leaders are cut from the same cloth. In this thought-provoking episode, Susan and Tessa pull back the curtain on the world of leadership to reveal the difference between truly inspiring action and simply playing the p...
Oct. 20, 2025
Don't Give into the Negative Self Talk
In this encouraging episode, Susan and Tessa confront the inner critic that every leader faces. Drawing on personal stories and the wisdom of self-compassion, they challenge listeners to notice the negative chatter, name it, ...
Oct. 15, 2025
Please, Make That Stop
In this episode, Susan and Tessa unpack the real-life frustrations that show up in work and life, such as a crying baby on airplanes to overwhelming leadership demands. Through a powerful story of compassion and reflection, t...
Oct. 13, 2025
Jargon
In this episode, Susan and Tessa shine a light on the confusing world of workplace jargon. They share stories about the pitfalls of acronyms, “legalese,” and insider language that can leave newcomers feeling lost or left out....
Oct. 8, 2025
Did I squash you?
In this episode, Susan and Tessa share a vivid story about a lizard on the road to spark real talk about the unintended impact leaders sometimes have on others. Even with the best intentions, our words or actions can “squash”...
Oct. 6, 2025
Wash, Rinse, and Repeat
In this episode, Susan and Tessa tackle the challenge all leaders face: how to keep important messages fresh when repetition feels relentless. They break down the “wash, rinse, and repeat” philosophy, being clear, reinforcing...
Oct. 1, 2025
Who Gets Their Way?
In this episode of Dips of Doubt, Susan and Tessa dig into what happens when passionate perspectives collide and everyone wants things done their way. Through a real-world committee story, the hosts explore how stubbornness, ...
Sept. 29, 2025
Highlight the Wins
In this uplifting episode, Susan and Tessa share why focusing on small victories can make all the difference for leaders feeling overwhelmed. With stories about recognizing the everyday wins—like a clean building, a heartfelt...
Sept. 24, 2025
Believe in you!
In this uplifting episode, Susan and Tessa dive deep into the importance of self-belief, especially for leaders facing setbacks, doubt, and criticism. Through vulnerable stories, from high school math classes to challenges in...
Sept. 22, 2025
Who is in Your Leadership Circle?
Who do you surround yourself with and how does it shape who you are as a leader? In this episode, Susan and Tessa dig into the powerful influence of your leadership circle. Reflecting on lessons from early teaching days and p...
Sept. 17, 2025
The Buck Stops With You
In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore what it really means to take responsibility as a leader when tough conversations and blame come your way. They share personal stories—from being accused of not communicating clearly to...
Sept. 15, 2025
What You Permit You May Be Promoting
What do your silent choices really say about your values as a leader? In this episode, Susan and Tessa take listeners behind the scenes of workplace culture, where unsaid words and overlooked actions send messages louder than...
Sept. 10, 2025
How is the Weather?
In this interesting episode, Susan and Tessa use the metaphor of weather to navigate the ups and downs of team dynamics. Drawing on classics like forming, storming, norming, and performing, they bring each stage to life, such...
Sept. 8, 2025
Wanna switch?
In this Monday episode, Susan and Tessa explore the surprising power of asking for what you want. Inspired by a moment on an airplane, they discuss why so many people hesitate to “shoot their shot” and how self-doubt, fear of...