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Make Monday Mornings Not Suck: Eric Harkins on Real Leadership

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What if the secret to transforming workplace culture is simply refusing to tolerate bad leadership?

Rosie sits down with Eric Harkins, leadership consultant, keynote speaker, and author of “Great Leaders Make Sure Monday Mornings Don't Suck.” With over 25 years of experience reshaping how leaders lead, Eric shares the two critical things that keep organizations from being great, and what to do about them. Together, they unpack why underperformance and toxic leadership persist, even in companies striving for people-first cultures.

From the importance of courageous conversations to building a leadership model rooted in self-awareness, Eric lays out his practical LEAD framework to create workplaces people actually want to show up for. If you've ever rolled your eyes on a Monday morning or felt stuck working with someone who drains your energy, this episode is your call to action.

Get ready to laugh, learn, and rethink what it really means to show up as a leader.

Rebuilding Respect at Work with Gregg Ward

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What if the root of today’s workplace dysfunction isn't strategy or skills, but a basic human disconnect?

Rosie sits down with Gregg Ward, founder of the Center for Respectful Leadership, to explore the crisis of disrespect in our workplaces and society. With a background that spans theater, journalism, and groundbreaking police training, Gregg shares how respect isn’t just a nicety, it’s a critical leadership skill tied to performance, connection, and healing.

They dive into the neuroscience of respect, generational shifts, and how even small behaviors like interrupting can quietly erode trust. From the R Factor Workshop to little league umpiring, Gregg models what it means to lead with empathy, accountability, and courage.

If you've ever felt frustrated by incivility, overwhelmed by AI-driven change, or unsure how to help your team thrive, this conversation will bring both clarity and hope.

Respect is a feeling. Respect is a choice.

Every Leader Needs a Personal Board of Directors with Melanie Stuber

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What if the key to leadership isn’t having all the answers, but being brave enough to show up without them?

Rosie sits down with Melanie Stuber, former corporate exec turned culture guide and CEO of Cultivate and Thrive, to talk about the real work behind authentic leadership. From shedding the pressure to be “perfect” in a male-dominated industry to building a personal board of directors that actually fuels your growth, Melanie shares her journey of choosing courage over control and presence over polish.

Together, they unpack what it truly means to thrive as a leader in today’s world, where connection is currency, and vulnerability isn’t a weakness, but a superpower.

Melanie’s practical frameworks, reflection questions, and perspective shifts will leave you thinking deeply about how you show up, for yourself and your people.

Whether you’re navigating a career pivot, leading a team, or just tired of playing small, this conversation will give you the tools and the nudge you need to lead with purpose and power.

Leading Out Loud: Permission to Be Real with Mark McFatridge

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In this episode, Rosie chats with Mark McFatridge—Founder & CEO of Quade and former bank president—about what it really means to be unapologetically authentic.

From ditching the tie to leading with heart, Mark shares how embracing who he truly is unlocked not just his own success, but a culture of authenticity around him. They dive into how to create environments where people thrive by being themselves, why the “Three A’s” matter, and how to break free from roles that no longer serve us.

This one’s part inspiration, part gut-check, and all heart.

Circle of Connection with Rana DeBoer

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Leadership starts at your core!

In this episode of Elevate Your Leadership, Rana introduces the Circle of Connection—a simple, game-changing framework to boost your leadership impact. From mastering self-awareness to driving results and community impact, these five actions will help you lead with purpose and heart.

🎯 Ready to hit your leadership bullseye? Let’s dive in!

Leveraging Power Moments

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In this episode, Rana dives into actionable strategies to enhance your leadership impact by leveraging "power moments." Moving beyond mindset, Rana guides leaders on how to take purposeful actions that align human needs with business goals.

Discover how to identify and capitalize on key moments throughout your day that can make a difference in your leadership effectiveness.

Tune in to explore how to elevate your leadership by focusing on what truly matters in both your professional and personal life.

Living Authentically: Aligning Actions with Your Why with Dr. Gary Sanchez

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Dr. Gary Sanchez, founder of the Why Institute, joins Rosie to discuss the importance of understanding one's why, how, and what in order to show up as an authentic leader.

He shares his journey of discovering his own why and how it transformed his dental practice. The Why Operating System (WHY.os) helps individuals and teams uncover their unique operating system and communicate their purpose effectively.

This episode offers profound insights into purposeful leadership and creating spaces where everyone can thrive by doing what they love.

Candor with Rebecca Johnson, Natalie Johnson and Michelle Spehr

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Michelle Spehr knows about truth with care. With a rich background in communication, Michelle joins Rebecca and Natalie Johnson from Vidl Work on the Energy, Connection, and Courage at Work series to explain why radical candor is vital for effective teamwork and personal growth. She discusses the neuroscience behind communication, including how to avoid triggering others' self-protection modes, and shares a personal story that highlights the importance of delivering truth with care. This episode underscores how practicing candor fosters energy, connection, and courage in professional settings.

Empathy at Work with Rebecca Johnson, Natalie Johnson and Lorraine Williams

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With decades of cumulative experience fostering high-functioning teams, Lorraine Williams delves into the transformative journey of self-awareness and empathetic interaction, drawing from her tenure as an executive director managing over 1400 people. This episode illuminates the art of "leaving other people feeling felt," creating spaces for emotional expression devoid of judgment, and embracing the truths of others. Listen in as Lorraine shares her story with vidl work colleagues and hosts Rebecca and Natalie as they discuss the intrapersonal revelations and real-world anecdotes that underscore the skill of empathy—a vital tool for authentic connection, promoting a thriving workplace culture.

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