Best Howtobeagoodleader Podcasts (2024)

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The Art of Letting Go 17:30

3d ago17:30

17:30

Do you always focus on things you have to do and not what you want to do? You need to learn the art of letting go. In this episode, Andrea and Michelle discuss why you shouldn’t have to do everything yourself and how to delegate and set goals for your team. If you set a big picture for everyone, the task is clear and you no longer have to worry abo…

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The Power of Empathetic Leadership with Pets Are Family Author, Erika Sinner | E158 47:09

4d ago47:09

47:09

This week on Leadership is Feminine, we're diving deep into a subject matter that isn't often discussed - the emotional toll of pet bereavement, and how that affects our businesses. Our guest, Erika Sinner, shares her personal journey of dealing with the loss of her beloved pets and how this sparked her to author a book, Pets Are Family. This episo…

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How to Say What Needs to Be Said | E157 19:04

11d ago19:04

19:04

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy dives into the essential topic of expressing assertiveness and setting boundaries in professional settings. Kris illuminates the difference between what people say when they don't feel the need to guard what they say, versus what they convey in less clear ways when they feel protective. Kr…

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Leading with Vulnerability 16:15

17d ago16:15

16:15

Have you ever felt like you had to hide your true self to be successful? It's time to embrace the power of vulnerability. Andrea and Michelle discuss how vulnerability can transform your leadership style. Discover how openness fosters trust, credibility, and psychological safety within teams, debunking myths that link vulnerability to weakness. Lea…

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The Best Question for Leaders to Ask | E156 17:15

18d ago17:15

17:15

In another episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy delivers powerful insights and thoughtful musings about a favorite topic: goals. Showcasing her natural finesse for leadership coaching, Kris frames a magic question that serves as an effective tool to realign our focus - "What is the goal?" In a world where our minds are cluttered with to-d…

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Do You Really Want To Be a Leader? | E155 17:56

25d ago17:56

17:56

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy gets real about the journey of entrepreneurship, asking the crucial question: what kind of business do you want? She draws on her years as an entrepreneur to explore the pivotal moments that arise as businesses grow, particularly when revenue hits the million-dollar mark. Kris discusses the dec…

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The Myth of the Perfect Leader 11:24

1M ago11:24

11:24

Do you think you’re a perfect leader? On this episode of Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle dive into the heart of leadership, challenging common perceptions of what makes a great leader. Amidst rapid company growth and the pressing need for effective leadership development coaching, they pose the crucial question: What are the essential qualit…

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Abdicating is a Founder's Kryptonite | E154 18:34

1M ago18:34

18:34

Welcome back to Leadership is Feminine! In this engaging episode, Kris Plachy sheds light on a crucial yet often overlooked aspect of running a business: the pitfalls of abdicating responsibilities as a founder. With candor and insight, Kris addresses the vulnerability that arises from handing over crucial aspects of the business and not being acti…

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Stop Giving People Jobs! | E153 17:09

1M ago17:09

17:09

Today's episode of Leadership is Feminine dives into the concept of designing roles within a business as assets, rather than thinking of them as employee possessions. Host, Kris Plachy emphasizes the importance of creating roles that contribute to the business's objectives and results. She highlights the need to think about roles in the company as …

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Unlearning So You Can Lead Better 15:49

2M ago15:49

15:49

Has your management style made your employees not trust you? On this episode of Leadership Hustle, hosts Andrea and Michelle dive deep into the world of leadership and management, unpacking the concept of "Unlearning" to become a better leader. Andrea and Michelle explore how the "curse of knowledge" often leads seasoned leaders to rely on position…

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When Your Team Doesn't Like the Manager You Hired | E152 24:39

2M ago24:39

24:39

In this episode, Kris Plachy dives into the complex dynamic of promoting employees into management positions and the resulting challenges. Kris unpacks common issues faced by businesses as they transition from small teams to larger management structures. She candidly explores the struggles of transitioning from being an individual contributor to a …

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When Your Best Team Member Quits | E151 14:19

2M ago14:19

14:19

In this week's episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy dives into the tough reality of losing key team members unexpectedly in your growing business. She acknowledges the emotional toll it takes and provides insightful guidance on how to navigate these challenging moments. Throughout the episode, Kris emphasizes the inevitability of change i…

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Power of Empathic Leadership 15:02

2M ago15:02

15:02

Are you prepared for a transformative viewpoint on empathic leadership? In this installment of The Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle delve into the pivotal role of empathy in effective leadership practices. Bid farewell to the antiquated approach of merely issuing directives and problem-solving as the sole facets of leadership. Explore why emp…

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Should You Have An Open Door Policy? | E150 12:28

2M ago12:28

12:28

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy challenges the notion of open door policies and their effectiveness in leadership. With her signature wisdom, Kris dives into why simply declaring an open door policy isn't enough to make team members feel truly comfortable approaching you. She emphasizes the importance of being intentional and…

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When Venting Between Managers and Their Employees Is an Issue In Your Business | E149 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy addresses the challenges and dynamics that arise when a manager becomes the go-to person for complaints and venting within a company. She shares her perspective on the role of managers in extending culture, expectations, and values into the organization, while also emphasizing the importance of…

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Exercising Emotional Intelligence in the Workplace 16:17

2M ago16:17

16:17

Have you ever had trouble asking for feedback? Are you worried you come off as rude in meetings? On this episode of the Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle discuss all the intricacies of human emotions in the workplace. We all have different personality traits that we can’t change but we do have the ability to modify our behavior. Andrea and Mic…

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The Impact of Gossip on Team Dynamics and Productivity | E148 16:47

2M ago16:47

16:47

In this episode, Kris Plachy is tackling the intriguing topic of team gossip – you know, that thing that has a way of sneaking its way into our business and team conversations? In Kris fashion, she cuts to the chase, sharing insights on how gossip can impact small businesses, leadership dynamics, and even our personal relationships. She dives into …

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Leading a Business While Honoring Self-Care with Brett Larkin | E147 43:29

3M ago43:29

43:29

In today’s enlightening episode of Leadership is Feminine, we delve into the exciting world of yoga, self-care, and leadership with our amazing guest, Brett Larkin, a yoga entrepreneur and new author of Yoga Life: Habits, Poses, and Breathwork to Channel Joy Amidst the Chaos. Brett credits mindset shifts that host, Kris Plachy, coached her through …

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Mastering Notification Overload as a Business Leader 18:03

3M ago18:03

18:03

Are your days constantly interrupted by an endless stream of notifications? You're not alone! In this episode of Leadership Hustle, join Andrea and Michelle as they tackle the issue of being overwhelmed by notifications and provide practical strategies for managing them. From limiting external interruptions to reducing self-induced distractions, le…

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The Power of Saying No: Why Good Leaders Set Boundaries and Embrace Authenticity | E146 16:50

3M ago16:50

16:50

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy dives into the concept of why good leaders say no. She presents her perspective on how saying no is a crucial skill for leaders, delving into the reasons why people often struggle with it. Kris unpacks the dynamics of people-pleasing and the underlying motivations behind saying yes when really …

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From Decision Fatigue to Leadership Clarity Navigating Growth Beyond Seven Figures | E145 13:01

3M ago13:01

13:01

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, host Kris Plachy shares her insights on the unique challenges faced by female business owners whose companies have reached the three to five million dollar revenue mark and beyond. Drawing on her experience working with million-dollar female business owners, Kris discusses the complexities of team design a…

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The Slight Edge Approach to Effective Team Leadership 13:43

3M ago13:43

13:43

Are you tired of constantly playing catch up and putting out fires as a team leader? It's time to take the Slight Edge approach and become proactive instead of reactive. In this episode of the Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle discuss the key differences between a proactive and reactive team, and how you can implement small changes to improve …

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Intentional Leadership Sustaining Focus for Female Founder Success | E144 15:28

3M ago15:28

15:28

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy dives into the power of intentionality in achieving our goals and becoming effective leaders. She emphasizes the importance of being intentional about our actions and decisions, especially when it comes to leadership and building successful teams. Kris discusses how many entrepreneurs excel at …

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The One Hour Leader: Build a Self-Directed Million Dollar Team | E143 19:36

4M ago19:36

19:36

In this episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy introduces the concept of the One Hour Leader, a new offering designed specifically for female founders running million-dollar businesses. She dives deep into the challenges faced by female entrepreneurs as they transition from hitting seven-figure thresholds and the necessity to evolve and lea…

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How to Prevent Micromanaging at Work 19:22

4M ago19:22

19:22

Have you ever felt micromanaged at work? Are you worried that as a leader you micromanage your employees? On this episode of Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle guide you through ways to avoid micromanagement and how everyone can stay informed and updated on weekly tasks. Learn the ways to identify micromanaging tendencies while also learning ho…

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Hello 2024! Start Your New Chapter with These Thoughtful Questions | E142 24:55

4M ago24:55

24:55

In this New Year episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy takes us on a journey of self-reflection and goal setting. With the turn of the year, Kris encourages listeners to treat this podcast as their own mini retreat, prompting them to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the year ahead. Kris emphasizes the importance of journalin…

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Gen X Women Founders: Our Collective Emotional Load | E141 11:35

4M ago11:35

11:35

In this final installment of this Gen-X Women Founders mini series, host Kris Plachy dives into the emotional load and labor that comes with being a Gen-X woman leading her own business. She delves into the societal pressures and expectations placed on women, especially those who are ambitious and successful in their careers. From the guilt associa…

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Generational Differences in Business 16:44

4M ago16:44

16:44

Have you ever felt like you were treated differently just because of your age? On today’s episode Andrea and Michelle discuss how generational labels being put on you can have a negative impact in the workplace and how companies should change moving forward. They dive into the different characteristics and qualities between generations, how to appr…

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Gen X Women Founders: How Can WE of All Women on the Planet, Be Afraid of Change? | E140 9:41

4M ago9:41

9:41

In this latest episode of Leadership is Feminine, Kris Plachy dives into the unique world of Gen-X women and the impact they have on leadership and change. This episode candidly addresses the impact of the pandemic on different generations and how it has influenced the struggles of the younger population. She discusses the need for leaders to under…

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GenX Women Founders: Confronting Imposter Syndrome in Gen X Women's Leadership | E139 13:42

5M ago13:42

13:42

In our 3rd installment of Kris Plachy’s GenX Female Founder Series of "Leadership is Feminine," host Kris addresses the unique challenges and experiences of Gen X female entrepreneurs, with a special emphasis on imposter syndrome. Specifically why so many of us experience it and how developing our understanding of it can help us overcome it… For go…

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How Layers of Management Can Lead to Manager Failure 15:16

5M ago15:16

15:16

Are you struggling with managing multiple layers of people while trying to maintain productivity in your organization? On this episode of The Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle discuss the challenges of adding layers to management, and how they can cause managers to fail. They also emphasize the importance of optimizing time management, effecti…

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The Sandwich Generation: How Gen X Women Balance Business, Family, and Aging Parents | E138 12:51

5M ago12:51

12:51

As we continue our conversation about GenX Female Founders in Leadership is Feminine, this enlightening episode explores the unique world we all operate in, as GenX Women. Today’s focus is on the distinctive challenges they face as part of the "Sandwich Generation," juggling responsibilities towards both aging parents and growing children, often wh…

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GenX Women Founders - A Generation of Leaders that is Changing the World | E137 15:35

5M ago15:35

15:35

Welcome to the first episode of the Gen-X Women Founders mini-series. In this episode of "Leadership is Feminine," host Kris Plachy delves into the distinct struggles and triumphs of the Gen-X generation. As a Gen-Xer herself, Kris identifies with the unique challenges posed by the background many people in this generation faced, which has shaped t…

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Leadership Coaching: What Leaders Get Wrong & How To Fix It 14:55

5M ago14:55

14:55

Are you a leader who believes they are good at coaching their employees? Learn the most common mistakes leaders make when it comes to effective coaching from Andrea and Michelle on this episode of The Leadership Hustle! Discover the 3 part model you need to take your coaching game to the next level and help motivate your team for success. Tune into…

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Lead Better with These 3 Essentials | E136 20:11

5M ago20:11

20:11

Despite what it may seem like in the business world, there are alternative ways to address the normal processes of running a business. And, as women, we ought to embrace these ways. We don’t need to approach our businesses and the necessary aspects of them in the traditional masculine way. This has been my life mission and passion: To come alongsid…

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How to Lead My Business and Team When Revenue is Down | E135 28:34

6M ago28:34

28:34

It’s time for real talk. Revenue is down for many businesses. That’s the reality but that doesn’t mean there aren’t solutions. But we have to face the facts of what’s happening and go through the process of running through potential solutions to get the results that we want. As we go through ups and downs in our businesses, having doom and gloom ab…

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Unlocking Company Culture: Actual vs. Aspirational 14:32

6M ago14:32

14:32

Are you looking for ways to refine and improve your company's culture? Do you want to know how to make sure it accurately reflects the actual values of your organization? In this episode of The Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle discuss why it’s important to get company culture right; whether it should be actual or aspirational. Need help with …

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Pickle Ball, Leadership and How to Get Better | E134 22:35

6M ago22:35

22:35

At a certain level, you can feel very comfortable as well as powerful in your ability to handle whatever comes your way in that expertise. It’s an awesome feeling and well-earned. But there is also a power in allowing yourself to become a novice and start from scratch in something else. In this episode, I talk about the value (and fun) of bringing …

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Chat GPT- Your New Favorite Team Member | E133 16:27

6M ago16:27

16:27

AI through Chat GPT is a resource you can leverage to complete tasks you don’t want to do. It can be set up to automatically document and organize various administrative elements you’ve probably been put off doing. Chat GPT isn’t the only one out there but it’s the one I like best. It makes things like research, content creation, policies and proce…

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Is Your Leadership Preventing Your Team from Achieving Its Potential? 15:42

6M ago15:42

15:42

Are you a leader looking for ways to help your team be more successful? Do you worry that you might be preventing your team from reaching its full potential? In this episode of The Leadership Hustle, learn how different stages of teams impact how high performing they are and discover strategies for developing successful teams. Get the knowledge you…

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Solving for the Higher Level Problem | E132 15:59

6M ago15:59

15:59

When we’re constantly distracted and drained by lower level problems, the higher level ones never get solved. This reality is plain and simple and we may realize it intellectually but aren’t always sure how to fix it practically. The issue with solving the higher level problem in a practical manner is that you must first take a step back so you can…

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Healthy Success | E131 13:23

6M ago13:23

13:23

When you’ve achieved the same success over and over, the initial euphoria of feeling extremely accomplished and excited can wane. It just feels different. And you may find yourself feeling lost, looking for what sparks your magic again. You may even feel a bit guilty. But what if it’s really okay? What if it’s not a problem when you derive happines…

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Avoiding the Pitfalls of Too Many "Yes" People in Your Organization 13:54

7M ago13:54

13:54

Are you staffed with too many "yes" people? On this episode of the Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle explore how having too many team members who are willing to agree with whatever is said can lead to groupthink and lack of creative problem-solving. Join them as they share their strategies for encouraging healthy debate, gaining insights from …

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Are you an Answer Junkie | E130 8:47

7M ago8:47

8:47

I’m an answer junkie. Are you one too? What exactly is an answer junkie? In short, it’s someone who wants answers and is not content in not knowing. In this episode, I explore the reality of navigating life as an answer junkie. Answers can make things make sense, can bring structure to things that feel chaotic… but not everything has an answer. So …

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Where Leadership Really Comes From | E129 21:23

7M ago21:23

21:23

Unconventionality produces unconventional leadership. But what, exactly, is unconventional leadership and why should we desire to be an unconventional leader? It all begins with first understanding yourself and where leadership really comes from. To address this, I wanted to share one of my personal Hawaii walk recordings. This time of thought and …

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Unlocking Initiative: Turn People into Go-Getters 13:49

7M ago13:49

13:49

Are you tired of feeling like problems won't get solved without your involvement? People need to take initiative for progress, but how do you create an environment where this can happen? In this episode of Leadership Hustle, Andrea and Michelle will show you how to build an environment that encourages people to become go-getters. Visit us at Revela…

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An interview with Maui Business Owner, Keani Barnes | E128 38:52

7M ago38:52

38:52

When a major tragedy strikes, businesses and personal lives are affected in countless ways. Some effects are easy to see, some are less obvious. But all are important. And all need and deserve to be lovingly and compassionately addressed. A personal friend and client of mine, Keani Barnes, is part of the Maui community recently devastated by fires.…

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Leading Like a Coach: How Sports-inspired Accountability Can Transform Your Team | E127 18:09

7M ago18:09

18:09

In sports, the person who shows up, puts in the hard work, and listens to the coach gets the spot. Just being on the team isn’t enough. You don’t perform, you’re benched. Slack off enough, you’re gone. We not only accept this in athletics, we expect it. Why? Because it’s both logical and effective. So why don’t we treat our businesses the same way?…

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How much is lack of trust costing you? 19:47

8M ago19:47

19:47

Are you struggling with a lack of trust in your organization? Discover the key elements to creating an environment of trust and learn how to rebuild it when it's been broken. Join Andrea and Michelle from The Leadership Hustle as they share their 3 point model for building and maintaining trust in your company. Is your team in need of building trus…

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Lead with Confidence | E126 28:28

8M ago28:28

28:28

Sometimes you just need defined steps to tap into necessary certainty. That’s why I put together a masterclass in which I give you 10 steps to lead with confidence. These steps are specifically designed by women, for women. In this episode, I share this never-before-released masterclass. In it, I walk you through 10 things to consider and address t…

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