
Short, sharp and practical leadership support for thoughtful, reflective, people-focused leaders who want to lead with confidence, without pretending to be someone they're not. Hosted by leadership coach Ben Brearley, each episode helps you build confidence, set boundaries, and stay true to your values in the workplace. No jargon, no hype. Just real strategies for thoughtful leadership.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 309 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BusinessManagement | |||

In this short and sweet episode, Ben farewells 2025, says Thank You and talks a little bit about how principles (rather than goals) can help you set intentions about how you want 2026 to go.
Thanks for listening in 2025, and Ben will be back aroun... more
Supporting your people doesn't have to be complicated.
In this episode, Ben shares four key reminders leaders often forget.
He explains why these fundamentals matter more than dramatic leadership techniques and how thoughtful leaders can use them... more
In this episode, Ben introduces a straightforward model to help leaders give challenging feedback in a way that hopefully helps the receiver get on board with it.
He explains each of the parts of the model and shares practical examples to show how ... more
Many new leaders struggle when moving from individual contributor to leadership.
In this episode, Ben breaks down why the transition feels so difficult, especially for thoughtful, high-performing people.
He covers key mindset shifts including let... more
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I’ve been in a challenging work environment for the past few years. Ben’s podcast and thoughtful advice has helped me maintain my sanity and find a productive path forward for several difficult situations. It’s a must listen for me each week!
I like the tip to think about the excuses we make to ourselves when trying to decide whether to deal with a problem or not. I’m going to read the links in your show notes to get some more insight. Thanks!
This is a good leadership podcast with practical and inspiring ideas to take into the workplace.
Ben’s podcasts are easy to relate to and practical. I find them very easy to listen to and really positive. The materials and links are useful too.
Whether you’re already well established as a leader, or just getting started in your career, this is a must-listen podcast for you! Ben does an incredible job of leading conversations that cover a huge breadth of topics related to the ins and outs of being a thoughtful, inspiring leader with amazing individuals who’ve experienced success themselves. Highly recommend listening and subscribing!
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Content focuses on practical strategies for leaders facing common challenges in leadership roles. Topics frequently discussed include the nuances of leadership transitions, the balance between authenticity and adaptability, and the importance of personal values in building confidence and decision-making skills. Episodes contain actionable insights, encouraging leaders to reflect on their approaches and implement real change in their teams while managing dynamics with different personality types. Unique features include a focus on supporting emerging leaders and addressing contemporary issues like the use of AI in management, all with a people-centered approach.
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