Episodes
Jan. 14, 2026
Gratitude in the New Year
Have you ever wondered how far a simple “I see you” can carry a tired team member? In this New Year episode, Susan and Tessa revisit the power of everyday recognition and explain why gratitude cannot be confined to a single m...
Jan. 11, 2026
Don't Skip Ownership
Have you ever walked out of a meeting and realized no one is actually sure who is doing what next? In this episode, Susan and Tessa shine a light on the simple but often skipped step that turns good conversations into real pr...
Jan. 7, 2026
Flashlights
Have you ever noticed how some people shine brightly at work while others seem to flicker or fade? In this episode, Susan and Tessa use the simple image of a flashlight to explore what it really looks like to help team member...
Jan. 5, 2026
Change is Messy
Have you ever known something needed to change but felt stuck in the chaos between awareness and action? To kick off the new year, Susan and Tessa unpack why change so often feels messy and disruptive, even when it is exactly...
Dec. 31, 2025
I am Disappointed in your Leadership!
What do you do when the words “I am disappointed in your leadership” are aimed directly at you? In this episode, Susan and Tessa walk through a raw and honest story about painful feedback and how it became a turning point ins...
Dec. 29, 2025
Do You Build Understanding?
Have you ever shared a “clear” idea only to realize no one else was seeing what you saw in your head? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore what it really takes to build understanding, not just deliver information. They ta...
Dec. 24, 2025
Pass the Gravy
What if the spiciest thing at the holiday table is not the food but the conversation? In this episode, Susan and Tessa use the phrase “pass the gravy” as a playful doorway into handling uncomfortable topics that bubble up at ...
Dec. 22, 2025
Sometimes the Cockroach Wins
Have you ever been so tired you decided the bug gets to win today? In this episode, Susan and Tessa share a hilarious “bathroom cockroach” story that becomes a surprising metaphor for leadership, limits, and self compassion. ...
Dec. 17, 2025
Are You Growing Future Leaders?
Who is quietly watching you lead and wondering if they could ever do what you do? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore what it really means to grow future leaders instead of just hoping they appear when a role opens up. T...
Dec. 15, 2025
Confronting Rumors
What if the story everyone is repeating is not even true, but still shaping your culture? In this important episode, Susan and Tessa wade into the messy world of rumors and workplace gossip, where half told truths and anxious...
Dec. 10, 2025
After Action Reviews
What if your most valuable leadership tool is simply the questions you ask after something happens? In this episode, Susan and Tessa dive into After Action Reviews as a practical way to turn both wins and missteps into real l...
Dec. 8, 2025
I had No Idea!
Have you ever sent an email that felt helpful to you but landed as snarky to someone else? In this episode, Susan and Tessa unpack the hidden tone behind everyday phrases like “I am just circling back” and “Not sure you saw m...
Dec. 3, 2025
Look at My Face
What happens to a hard conversation when your face says one thing and your words say another? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore how a single expression can either calm a situation or send someone into emotional quicksa...
Dec. 1, 2025
Do you know the F.O.R.D. method of conversation?
In this episode, Susan and Tessa introduce the F.O.R.D. method as a simple but powerful framework to turn small talk into real connection. Using stories from their own experiences as reluctant minglers and thoughtful leaders,...
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...