August 2025 - Dr Rosie Ward

Comfort vs. Safety: What Leaders Must Know with M. Gabriela Alcalde

What if the thing holding your workplace back isn’t a lack of strategy, but a love of comfort? In this episode, Rosie sits down with author M. Gabriela Alcalde to dive into her powerful new book “What Your Comfort Costs Us.”

Together, they explore why growth never happens inside the comfort zone, the crucial difference between comfort and true safety, and how culture change is really a team sport. Gabriela shares the “Four Cs” every workplace needs: curiosity, creativity, courage, and care. She also unpacks how our everyday structures and habits often carry hidden values that can hold people back.

Through storytelling, compassion, and a little healthy discomfort, this conversation challenges leaders to rethink what it means to build truly human workplaces where everyone can thrive.

Mastering the Interview: Share Your Talent Reel with KL Shaw

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Ever been asked “So… tell me about yourself?” and felt your brain completely freeze? In this episode, KL flips the script on one of the most dreaded interview moments: introducing yourself.

She unveils the power of the “talent reel,” your 90-second personal highlight reel that not only answers the question but makes you unforgettable. From crafting a story that blends passion, skills, and impact, to building an “impact list” that keeps your best career moments ready to shine, KL shares insider tips to transform your interview game. You’ll discover how to use the STAR method with a dash of emotion, ask bold questions that impress, and turn every conversation into an opportunity to stand out.

Whether you’re job hunting, networking, or just want to sharpen your storytelling skills, this episode is your backstage pass to mastering the art of “Tell me about yourself” with confidence and charisma.

Sowing the Seeds of Perpetual Growth with Claire Chandler

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What if the secret to unstoppable business growth wasn’t a new strategy—but how well you understand and support your people?

In this episode, Claire ditches the scattershot tactics and brings everything together into one powerful, people-first framework.

She breaks down the four essential needs your employees must have met:

• A reason to believe
• A place to belong
• A space to break stuff
• A future to build

When these needs are met, your company becomes a growth engine fueled by purpose, not pressure.

This episode serves as your roadmap for building a talent ecosystem that attracts, engages, and retains the right people, enabling your business to scale sustainably. If you’ve ever wondered how to break the turnover cycle and grow with intention, this one’s a must-listen.

Rosie in My Pocket: Stay Your Sacred Size

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Ever find yourself puffing up like a blowfish in a tense moment… or shrinking so small you wish you could disappear?

Rosie tackles those very real emotional triggers and the unhelpful armor we tend to throw on. Inspired by the work of Brené Brown, she introduces a powerful alternative: staying your sacred size.

Instead of reacting from a place of fear or shame, Rosie guides us through how to stay grounded in our purpose and values and respond with curiosity rather than control.

The goal? More courage, less armor. More sparkle, less shutdown.

Give this one a listen if you’re ready to meet discomfort with integrity and show up fully—even when it’s cringey.

No Title, No Problem: Lead from Any Seat with Tim Lupinacci

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What if leadership isn’t about your job title, but about how you show up, every single day? Tim Lupinacci is back, and he's bringing the fire. As CEO and Chair of one of America’s top law firms, Tim’s not just talking about leadership from the top… he’s on a mission to prove that Everybody Leads.

Tim and Rosie dive into why leadership isn’t reserved for the C-suite, how small daily practices shape powerful leaders, and what it means to have a “leadership aroma.” He shares the backstory behind his new book, podcast, and nonprofit—all named “Everybody Leads”—and breaks down his go-to acronym for COURAGE.

Whether you’re overwhelmed, burned out, or just trying to do the next right thing in this VUCA world, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready to laugh, reflect, and seriously rethink what it means to lead.

Rosie in My Pocket: Stop Saying You’re Fine

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How often do you say “I’m fine” when you’re definitely not?

Rosie cracks open the truth behind this little word we use way too often. Spoiler alert: “fine” really means “feelings I’m not expressing.” Rosie shares a candid moment and invites us to ditch the autopilot responses, get real about what we’re feeling, and connect more deeply—with ourselves and others.

Ready to stop pretending and start showing up? Let’s go beyond “fine” and into something real