Welcome to the Life + Leadership podcast, which explores how leaders can leverage business challenges to fuel their personal growth. This podcast is for any senior leader looking to grow in their day-to-day work and drive strategic impact. Hosted by Bright Arrow Coaching founder and CEO Tegan Trovato, Life + Leadership features interviews with executives, experts, authors, and innovators about their leadership journeys both at work and in their personal lives. We’ll discuss the human factors ...
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The Better Relationships: Better Work webcast explores how to make work better through the power of relationships. In each episode, Jason and his guest explore what they can learn from the guest’s most impactful relationships about what it takes to build strong, healthy relationships. The webcast will help you make work better by being a better leader. Plus, will help you improve all the important relationships in your life.
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The Power of Radical Acceptance with Tegan Trovato
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"The reason there is a lack of acceptance in teams is because there's usually a lack of clarity about what the team is there to do.’" - Tegan Trovato *** In this episode, I’m joined by CEO and executive team coach, Tegan Trovato. Our conversation dives deep into the power of radical acceptance within relationships and teams. Tegan breaks down how h…
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How to Stop Taking Things Personally with Sarah Mann
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"The one thing that we absolutely have control over is how we show up in the world." — Sarah Mann *** In this episode, I’m joined by leadership and executive coach, Sarah Mann. Together, we explore the power of asking for what you need as a means to building stronger relationships. Plus, we explore the many ways we sabotage our relationships with o…
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Rethinking Wellness in Leadership With Maggie Gough
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Why is wellness so important for executive leadership? We’re sharing how to balance high performance and personal well-being in this conversation with Maggie Gough, COO at Bright Arrow Coaching. She discusses her unconventional career path from dietician to corporate exec and provides a refreshing perspective on wellness that emphasizes flexibility…
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How Accountability Creates Strong Relationships with Craig Forman
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In this episode, I’m joined by culture expert, Craig Forman. We discuss the importance of having clear agreements to building safe, trusting relationships both individually and in groups. We also unpack how these agreements must be accompanied by a process for how we hold each other accountable to them. We also talk about the power that leaders hav…
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Special Episode: Lessons from our 20 years together with Angie Lauritsen
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In this special episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, I am joined by my wife Angie. Together, we discuss what lessons we’ve learned through 20 years of marriage about making a relationship work. We explore how mutual respect and trust are the foundation of the relationship and the vital role of listening has played in laying that foundation…
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How to Connect Your Daily Work to Your Passion With Jess Von Bank
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In this episode of Life + Leadership, we’re talking with Jess Von Bank, a global thought leader, analyst and advisor on HR transformation, digital experience, and workforce technology at Mercer. She also leads Diverse Daisies, a Minneapolis nonprofit providing enrichment and empowerment activities for young girls. Our conversation highlights the po…
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Are you closed off to connection with others?
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In this episode, Jason shares why he started this podcast and why he feels this work is more important than ever. He shares how he discovered that he’d become closed off to connection in some important ways and the steps he’s taken to “re-open” himself to it. He also shares a relationship lesson from his childhood–if you want better relationships y…
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Love is Important, But It's Not Enough with Russell Robinson
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"You think it's about love. It's love and your ability to navigate change, because that picture on the wedding cake, right? You're going to have job issues, kids, health issues, death, hopefully death in the proper order. How do you stay aligned?" - Russell Robinson *** In this episode, we have some real talk about what it takes to have a good marr…
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How to Build Real Human Connections at Work With Jason Lauritsen
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Using Boundaries to Build Trust and Foster Self-Worth with Lindsey Rai Kortan
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"It's okay to set a boundary to protect your own serenity if you need to, and you're valuable enough and you're worth it enough." - Lindsey Rai Kortan *** In this episode, we delve into the complex relationship between trust, boundaries, and self-worth. Guest Lindsey Rai Kortan shares her journey of discovering that boundaries are really about prot…
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Normalizing Conversations Around Grief at Work With Jason Seiden
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In this episode of Life + Leadership, we're diving deep into the topic of grief and its impact on the workplace with Jason Seiden, co-founder of Comfort Communications, which aims to normalize the conversation around grief in the workplace. A trigger warning for this episode: We candidly discuss sensitive topics related to grief, including illness …
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Why Patience and Priorities are the Key to Better Relationships with Dawn Burke
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Relationships can’t be rushed. It takes time, commitment, and patience to cultivate great relationships at work and beyond. In this episode, Jason and guest, Dawn Burke, explore what it means to prioritize your relationships with others. Dawn also shares a great story of how taking in a feral cat taught her that sometimes you just have to be patien…
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The Life + Leadership Podcast Is Returning With New Episodes!
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Get ready for new episodes of the Life + Leadership podcast, hosted by Tegan Trovato, founder and CEO of Bright Arrow Coaching. Through this podcast, we explore how individuals like you can transform business obstacles into opportunities for personal growth. Stay tuned for our first episode next week — a candid conversation about grief with Jason S…
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How Honesty and Transparency Build Stronger Relationships with Bob Norman
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“Lead with curiosity sounds like 'Help me understand if I'm observing it correctly or if there's something that I missed.'" - Bob Norman *** A key to maintaining positive, healthy relationships is addressing frustrations and issues early and openly. In this episode, Jason and his guest, Bob Norman, delve into the intricacies of positive intent and …
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The Power of Psychological Safety in Relationships with John Baldino
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We’ve all heard that psychological safety is important, but you may not know why or how to create it with others. In this episode, Jason is joined by John Baldino, who shares practical insights into psychological safety from both his personal relationships and his extensive experience in human resources consulting. In particular, we explore the imp…
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Knowing When It's Time To Move On with Jamie Griffin
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"I think we just have to know how to respect each other and be in relationship with each other and value each other with reciprocal amounts of care, meaning one's not better than the other. We both have gifts to offer." - Jamie Griffin *** How do you know when a relationship has run it’s course? Jason digs into this question and more with his guest…
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"Embrace the Suck" when things get messy with Amber Rios Flores
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“Building those relationships will sometimes smooth over things like that, where it allows you the space to send a more direct email or communication.” - Amber Rios Flores *** In this episode, a conversation with Amber Rios Flores highlights the importance of authenticity and prioritizing relationship building to achieve success at work. We also ex…
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Embracing Unconditional Love in the Workplace with Trish Steed
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“Everyone deserves to feel lovable.” - Trish Steed *** In this episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, we reveal how removing judgment and extending unconditional love can revolutionize both personal connections and workplace interactions. Guest Trish Steed shares what her relationship with her daughter has taught her about cultivating deep r…
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Leading with Love as a Manager with Joshua Berry
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"Work is love made visible. And if I insert that definition of love that I mentioned before, work is active concern for the care and growth of another made visible." - Joshua Berry *** In this episode of Better Relationships: Better Work, we talk about love and the important role it plays in leading at work with author, Joshua Berry. We also explor…
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Commitment, Presence, and the Art of Repair with Makeda Andrews
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"I expanded and grew so much as a result of that 60 minutes every single week, even though he was really busy. He could have done other things, but he chose to be there with me. He chose to really be present. And as a result, I'm where I am today." - Mak Andrews *** Discover the transformative power of authentic relationships in both personal and p…
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Mastering Communication for Healthier Work Relationships with O'Brien McMahon
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"And what I've come to realize is value can be described in a number of different ways, and it's just a matter of what's valuable to the other person." - O’Brien McMahon *** In this compelling episode of "Better Relationships, Better Work," we explore the intricacies of communication in both personal and professional realms with guest, O’Brien McMa…
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Cultivating Mentorship and Building Long-Term Relationships with Rebecca Ryan
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"It's not the job of a leader to have the answers. It's the job of a leader to have the questions." -Rebecca Ryan *** In this episode, we delve into the value of mentorship and investing in long-term relationships with guest, Rebecca Ryan. In this insightful conversation, Rebecca shares what she's learned through two profound and lasting relationsh…
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From Motherhood to Management: Jess Von Bank Talks Trust, Safety, and Boundaries
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"I think you have to know a person well enough to know what's important to them and what's valuable to them and be willing to honor and respect that." - Jess Von Bank *** Discover the intricate balance of boundaries and trust in both parenting and professional environments with our latest conversation with Jess Von Bank. Delve into how better relat…
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Better Relationships: Better Work Series Introduction
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The Better Relationships: Better Work webcast explores how to make work better through the power of relationships. In each episode, Jason and his guest explore what they can learn from the guest’s most impactful relationships about what it takes to build strong, healthy relationships. The webcast will help you make work better by being a better lea…
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What Skills Does the Leader of the Future Need to Be Successful?
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Leadership has become something different. In light of the pandemic, political turmoil and socioeconomic changes over the last two years, leaders are being asked to develop brand new skills. Employees want us to take a stand on social justice issues and be more emotionally available at work. So, what does the leader of the future look like? That's …
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Mentoring & Sponsorship—Bringing Others with You
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We all need support and guidance in our personal and professional lives. But how do you build a network of people who will lift you up when you need it? How do you know if your current situation calls for a mentor, a sponsor or a coach? And what if you’re ready to BE an advocate for someone else? Today on the podcast, we’re sharing the distinctions…
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Wayfinding for the Weary Entrepreneur, with E. Keller Fitzsimmons
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It’s easy for entrepreneurs and leaders to get so caught up in the day-to-day that we fall into a kind of sleepiness. And for many, it takes a dark night of the soul to wake us up to what’s really important. But what if we’d rather not wait for a crisis to find our way? How can we develop the self-awareness to lead with intention and follow our cal…
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Creating Superb Teams (Using 6 Team Conditions), with Dr. Ruth Wageman and Dr. Krister Lowe
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Most of us involved in the practice of leading and coaching teams take a relational approach, focusing on group dynamics and resolving conflicts as they arise. But what if we’re treating symptoms without getting to the root cause? All the conflict resolution in the world won’t help if a team lacks the underlying conditions necessary to be successfu…
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Mental Health for All, with Alexa James of NAMI
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We all assess how we’re feeling physically on a daily basis and use that data to inform our decisions. (If our knee hurts, we don’t run that day.) But we don’t do that with our mental health. Despite the fact that it drives our physical health and the way we see the world, we tend to consider mental wellness a luxury rather than a foundational piec…
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Anger: What It Is and How to Use It for Good!
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“Anybody can become angry. That is easy. But to be angry with the right person and to the right degree and at the right time and for the right purpose and in the right way? That is not within everybody’s power—and is not easy.” —Aristotle We’ve been socialized to see anger as a bad thing. So, we ignore it and let it fester. Or we lose control and u…
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Habits That Make You a Better Leader
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A habit is not something you do sometimes. Even something you do ‘most of the time’ doesn’t qualify. To be a true habit, the practice has to be a part of you. Something you do so regularly that it’s hard to give it up. And the quickest route to being a better leader is to establish habits that support the way you want to show up for your team. Toda…
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The Future of Work: Millennials as Managers, with Lindsay Boccardo
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By 2030, millennials will make up 75% of the global workforce. So, how do they differ from Gen Xers and boomers? And what can companies do to accelerate millennial leadership development? Today, we’re joined by Lindsay Boccardo, the founder of Lindsay Boccardo Training and Coaching, a practice dedicated to helping companies understand how generatio…
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Year-End Review and New Year Planning: 3rd Edition
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What intentions did you fulfill in 2019? Where did you fall short? Did unexpected circumstances change your plans? As driven, high achievers, we want to be in control of life’s outcomes. But life doesn’t always go according to plan. In fact, the most rewarding parts of life are often the most unpredictable. So, how do we plan for a new year knowing…
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Would you believe that a simple business initiative can decrease turnover by 50% AND inspire double-digit improvements in engagement and productivity? And it all starts with making work more human. Today, we’re joined by Derek Irvine, the Senior VP of Client Strategy and Consulting at Workhuman, the fastest-growing social recognition and continuous…
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Life as a Futurist with Rebecca Ryan
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Are you curious about how current trends might impact the future? If so, you may be a futurist. In fact, we can all apply strategic foresight to plan for what’s ahead, exploring the current tends in our own lives to think through how the future could unfold—and then building a plan around the things we can control. Today, we’re joined by Rebecca Ry…
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Owning Your Leadership, with Mike Rognlien
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Work culture is everyone’s responsibility. No matter your job title, your actions have an impact on other people’s experience in the workplace. And your inaction has an impact, too. So, what can you do to get off the sidelines and OWN your leadership? Today, we’re joined by Mike Rognlien, the founder of Multiple Hats Management, a consulting team o…
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The Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Valerie Young
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Maya Angelou famously said, “I have written 11 books, but each time I think, ‘Uh oh, they’re going to find out now. I’ve run a game on everybody, and they’re going to find me out!’” This phenomenon of feeling less capable or talented than people think—despite ample evidence to the contrary—is known as imposter syndrome, and it impacts 70% of the po…
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How do you measure success in the pursuit of 90-day commitments? Is it more important to follow through on what you set out to do—even if doesn’t feel right? Or allow yourself the flexibility to pivot to a goal that feels good? What can you learn from the habits that don’t stick? Today on the podcast, we’re checking in to share the outcomes around …
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Do you feel a sense of belonging at work? Or do you spend time and energy trying to fit in? Do you downplay any part of who you are? Do you feel safe being vulnerable with colleagues? Cultivating a sense of belonging and psychological safety is crucial for innovation, creativity and risk-taking, yet most of us don’t feel comfortable bringing our wh…
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We all have an innate ability to connect to the collective intelligence. To be in our bodies. To feel. But these predominantly feminine qualities are seen as weaknesses in a patriarchal culture, so we disown these vital parts of ourselves. What would happen if we used intuition AND logic to make decisions? What if we could access and acknowledge th…
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Contemporary life makes it incredibly challenging to stay present. We are processing more information than ever before, and with so many things vying for our attention, it’s no wonder that our focus is fractured. So, what can we do to truly experience life? To show up for the people we care about? To stay grounded in the NOW? Today on the podcast, …
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When the work you do is aligned with your purpose, the result is inspired action. Rather than grinding through each day, you are propelled forward by a calling to serve. So, what is your purposeful hustle? And how would your life change if you pursued that passion every day? Today, we’re joined by Deanna Singh, the Founder and Chief Change Agent at…
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What You Need to Know About Hiring an Executive Coach
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So, you want to unlock your potential as a leader or develop the capabilities of the leaders in your organization. How do you know if you need a consultant or a coach? How do you go about finding a professional who’s the right fit? And what can you expect from the process of working with an executive coach? Today on the podcast, we discuss the valu…
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The way we gather is changing. The number of traditional faith communities continues to decline as we move into a post-religious society. The question becomes, where will we go for support when we really need it? How do we create a new kind of community that transcends religious dogma and cultivates consciousness, curiosity and connection? And is i…
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The prevailing myth is that it only takes 21 days to change a habit. But the truth is that we need much more time to create sustainable change, to rewire our brains and make a new routine automatic. And that’s why we’re challenging YOU to join us in taking on 90-day commitments, going all-in on setting goals that support your overarching intentions…
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In an increasingly complex and uncertain world, organizations are hiring for resilience. And I doubt there’s anyone out there wishing they were less equipped to deal with adversity or less resilient in the face of change. So, how do we bounce back when life deals us challenging circumstances? Is there a way to build resilience without going through…
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What is it REALLY like to live the life of an entrepreneur? What are the pros and cons of becoming your own boss? Are there secrets around the experience that no one is talking about? Today, we are pulling back the curtain on the entrepreneur experience. We share the very different circumstances that inspired us to take the leap, discussing the per…
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Unlocking High Performance with Jason Lauritsen
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Work is a relationship. The attributes that drive engagement in the workplace happen to be the same qualities people look for in personal relationships: Feeling valued and cared for. A sense of trust and appreciation. So, what if we treated team members the same way we treat friends and family? What if we designed best practices to build rather tha…
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Who do you resolve to be this year? As you make decisions around how you want to show up in the world, it is useful to tap into both your heart AND your mind. In this special episode, co-host Tegan Trovato leads listeners in a guided meditation to envision your next chapter. For Tegan’s birthday recently, she hosted a group meditation online where …
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As we set intentions for the new year, it is tempting to define a rigid list of to-dos. To push ourselves to achieve certain targets and pack our calendars with the massive action necessary to reach our specific goals. But what if we left space for the unexpected? What if the next BIG thing in our lives goes beyond anything we can imagine? What if …
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