Episodes

Who are your Marigolds and Are you a Marigold?
April 26, 2024

Who are your Marigolds and Are you a Marigold?

Welcome to an enlightening episode of our podcast featuring Susan and Tessa! Join us for a captivating conversation titled "Who are Your Marigolds and Are You a Marigold?" as we explore the profound metaphor of marigolds in g...
Breaking the Rush: Do You Feel You Are Always in a Hurry?
April 24, 2024

Breaking the Rush: Do You Feel You Are Always in a Hurry?

Join Susan and Tessa in a reflective episode as they explore the common phenomenon of feeling constantly rushed, especially in educational leadership roles. In this discussion, they offer practical strategies and insights to ...
Silence or Intentional Pauses
April 17, 2024

Silence or Intentional Pauses

In this thought-provoking episode, Susan and Tessa delve into the often-overlooked aspect of communication: silence or intentional pauses. Join them as they explore the significance of incorporating moments of silence into co...
Trying is Dying, Doing is Succeeding!
April 10, 2024

Trying is Dying, Doing is Succeeding!

Join Susan and Tessa in an inspiring episode where they explore the transformative power of shifting your mindset from "trying" to "doing" when taking on new tasks or initiatives as a leader. In this discussion, they provide ...
Ever Wish You Could Avoid a Meeting?
April 3, 2024

Ever Wish You Could Avoid a Meeting?

In this week's episode, join Susan and Tessa as they tackle the common dilemma of wishing to avoid meetings, especially in educational leadership roles. With their wealth of experience in the field, Susan and Tessa provide pr...
Conveying a decision you may disagree with as the boss
March 27, 2024

Conveying a decision you may disagree with as the boss

In this episode titled "Conveying a Decision You May Disagree with as the Boss," join us as we dive into the complexities of leadership and the challenges of delivering decisions that may not align with personal beliefs. As e...
Do Others Try to Bring You Their Challenges?
March 20, 2024

Do Others Try to Bring You Their Challenges?

Welcome to "Dips of Doubt" for an insightful episode titled "Do Others Try to Bring You Their Challenges?" Join hosts Susan Rosenthal and Tessa Brock as they candidly discuss the common scenario of teachers and staff members ...
Trauma-Responsive Relationships: How Dysregulated Interactions Impact Connection and Healing
March 13, 2024

Trauma-Responsive Relationships: How Dysregulated Interactions Impact Connection and Healing

Join Susan and Tessa in a deep and insightful conversation on trauma-responsive relationships. In this episode, they explore the profound impact of dysregulated interactions on connection and healing. Drawing from their exper...
Change Your "Stinkin Thinking" Because Your Words Matter
March 6, 2024

Change Your "Stinkin Thinking" Because Your Words Matter

Have you ever wondered if your words hold power beyond their surface meaning? In this thought-provoking conversation, Susan and Tessa delve into the profound impact of our words on ourselves and others, using a fascinating ri...
The Art of Celebrating Your Wins
Feb. 28, 2024

The Art of Celebrating Your Wins

In this episode, hosts Susan and Tessa invite the listeners to explore the significance of acknowledging and celebrating personal and professional achievements. Susan and Tessa delve into the transformative power of embracing...
How do you find balance to refill your Leadership cup?
Feb. 26, 2024

How do you find balance to refill your Leadership cup?

In this episode of "How do you find balance to refill your Leadership cup?" hosts Susan and Tessa delve into the essential topic of maintaining balance and replenishing one's leadership capacity. As leaders, it's easy to get ...
What is Your Body Language Saying?
Feb. 21, 2024

What is Your Body Language Saying?

In this episode of "What is your Body Language Saying?" Susan and Tessa shift the focus to the perspective of the interviewee, exploring how non-verbal communication can inadvertently convey the wrong message during job inter...
The Key to QTIP in Leadership
Feb. 14, 2024

The Key to QTIP in Leadership

In this episode of "The Key to QTIP in Leadership," hosts Susan and Tessa explore the concept of QTIP (Quit Taking It Personally) in leadership. They define QTIP's significance in navigating leadership dynamics, emphasizing i...
Getting to Know Susan and Tessa's Leadership Journey
Jan. 26, 2024

Getting to Know Susan and Tessa's Leadership Journey

Join us as Susan and Tessa reveal the pivotal moments and experiences that fueled their passion for continuous growth as leaders. As seasoned professionals, Susan and Tessa open up about their own leadership journeys, reflect...
The Genesis of Dips of Doubt
Jan. 26, 2024

The Genesis of Dips of Doubt

Welcome to "The Genesis of Dips of Doubt," where hosts Susan Rosenthal and Tessa Brock embark on a compelling journey, sharing the roots and inspirations behind the creation of this transformative podcast tailored for educati...