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What if the Golden Rule is holding your leadership back?

In this episode, we challenge the age-old idea of “treat others the way you want to be treated” and introduce its more inclusive upgrade—the Platinum Rule: treat others the way they want to be treated. We unpack the difference between fairness and sameness, and explore why personalized leadership—though complex—is the key to building trust, belonging, and high-performing teams.

We dive into the personalization paradox: how to treat people differently while staying grounded in your team’s shared values. You’ll hear the story of a well-meaning manager who thought they were being fair but was unintentionally alienating half their team. We also introduce a simple but powerful tool—the Personal Employee Handbook—that helps uncover unconscious assumptions and build stronger relationships.

You’ll learn how to ask people what they need without making it weird or awkward, and why building trust requires a cycle of connection, failure, apology, and growth.

This episode connects to our book, The Bridging Leader, and is part of our adaptability framework that’s been shown to increase trust by 81%.

Preorder your copy of The Bridging Leader today and get access to exclusive tools that help you lead across differences with clarity, compassion, and courage https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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What if the Golden Rule is holding your leadership back?

In this episode, we challenge the age-old idea of “treat others the way you want to be treated” and introduce its more inclusive upgrade—the Platinum Rule: treat others the way they want to be treated. We unpack the difference between fairness and sameness, and explore why personalized leadership—though complex—is the key to building trust, belonging, and high-performing teams.

We dive into the personalization paradox: how to treat people differently while staying grounded in your team’s shared values. You’ll hear the story of a well-meaning manager who thought they were being fair but was unintentionally alienating half their team. We also introduce a simple but powerful tool—the Personal Employee Handbook—that helps uncover unconscious assumptions and build stronger relationships.

You’ll learn how to ask people what they need without making it weird or awkward, and why building trust requires a cycle of connection, failure, apology, and growth.

This episode connects to our book, The Bridging Leader, and is part of our adaptability framework that’s been shown to increase trust by 81%.

Preorder your copy of The Bridging Leader today and get access to exclusive tools that help you lead across differences with clarity, compassion, and courage https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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Research shows our brains are wired to mirror others, helping us build trust in just seconds.

In this episode, we’ll introduce you to The Mirror Game—a theater-based technique now embraced by neuroscientists and leadership coaches. Discover how one executive turned around a failing client relationship in just one meeting using this powerful approach.

Plus: Preorder our new book, The Bridging Leader, for more science-backed strategies to lead with empathy, courage, and purpose.https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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In this episode, we will explore how great leaders adjust in real-time by reading the energy, context, and needs of the room.

You’ll learn:

– Why one-size-fits-all leadership fails

– The “Zoom Out” technique

– 5 cues to watch for before you speak

– How to lead by following the room first

Ready to lead with more insight and impact?

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Are You as Self-Aware as You Think?

95% of leaders think they’re self-aware—but only 15% actually are. That means most leaders are leading with blind spots!

The 3 types of fake self-awareness that quietly sabotage your leadership.

The surprising “calendar test” that shows your real priorities (hint: it’s not your mission statement)

If you’re ready to lead with clarity and impact, don’t miss this episode.

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In this episode, we’ll explore how personal rituals—unlike big, costly versions of self-care—will offer leaders simple, effective ways to prevent burnout and sustain long-term impact.

You’ll discover the key differences between self-care and personal rituals, and why rituals that take just seconds and cost nothing will be more effective in the long run. We’ll also unpack the neuroscience behind habit formation—why willpower often fails, but rituals will create lasting change.

Want to lead with more impact and less overwhelm? This episode will show you how.

🎧 And while you’re building rituals that sustain you, don’t forget to preorder The Bridging Leader on the link below—a powerful new book that will help you lead with connection, clarity, and courage.

https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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In this upcoming episode, we’ll explore how personal rituals—unlike big, costly versions of self-care—will offer leaders simple, effective ways to prevent burnout and sustain long-term impact.

You’ll discover the key differences between self-care and personal rituals, and why rituals that take just seconds and cost nothing will be more effective in the long run. We’ll also unpack the neuroscience behind habit formation—why willpower often fails, but rituals will create lasting change.

Want to lead with more impact and less overwhelm? This episode will show you how.🎧

And while you’re building rituals that sustain you, don’t forget to preorder The Bridging Leader on the link below—a powerful new book that will help you lead with connection, clarity, and courage

https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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In this upcoming episode, we’ll explore how personal rituals—unlike big, costly versions of self-care—will offer leaders simple, effective ways to prevent burnout and sustain long-term impact.

You’ll discover the key differences between self-care and personal rituals, and why rituals that take just seconds and cost nothing will be more effective in the long run. We’ll also unpack the neuroscience behind habit formation—why willpower often fails, but rituals will create lasting change.

Want to lead with more impact and less overwhelm? This episode will show you how.🎧

And while you’re building rituals that sustain you, don’t forget to preorder The Bridging Leader on the link below—a powerful new book that will help you lead with connection, clarity, and courage

https://bit.ly/4kd6pVc

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Research shows that up to 96% of employees engage in workplace gossip—it’s a natural part of how humans communicate. But not all gossip is harmful. Studies have found that positive gossip—sharing praise about someone when they’re not around—can boost trust, morale, and team cohesion.

Let’s explore the concept of “Goss-up”: intentionally flipping gossip into a force for good. Instead of whispering criticisms, what if we choose to speak positively behind people’s backs?

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What makes the difference between a team that simply follows the rules and one that goes above and beyond?

In this episode, we explore the key factors that transform a group from compliant to truly committed. We dive into leadership styles, team culture, and what drives people to take ownership, show up with purpose, and stay engaged—especially when it matters most.

Whether you lead a team or work on one, this conversation helps you spark deeper commitment right where you are.

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