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.
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Rethinking “Lonely at the Top” with Nick Jonsson
We often hear the phrase “it’s lonely at the top,” but what if that loneliness isn’t limited to executives and is something we all carry in different ways?
Rosie sits down with Nick Jonsson, the world’s leading voice on executive loneliness, to uncover why disconnection has become an epidemic and what we can do about it. Nick’s story is both raw and inspiring, as he opens up about his personal battle with isolation, burnout, and the turning point that reshaped his life.
Together, they explore why leaders hesitate to be vulnerable, how silence becomes dangerous, and why trust deepens when we ask for help. Most importantly, Nick shares his five practical steps for overcoming loneliness, tools that don’t just apply to executives, but to anyone navigating the pressures of modern life.
This conversation is a reminder that leadership is human, connection is essential, and none of us are meant to do it alone.
Rosie in My Pocket: Stop Saying You’re Fine
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
From Me to We: Why Leadership Is a Team Sport with Morag Barrett
What if the secret to better leadership isn’t in your strategy... but in your relationships? Rosie sits down with Morag Barrett, executive coach and bestselling author, to explore what it takes to lead with heart in today’s disconnected world.
From ditching the myth of “going it alone” to embracing leadership as a full-contact team sport, Morag drops wisdom on building trust, showing up with vulnerability, and turning workplace relationships into your superpower.
If you’ve ever wondered how to move from “me” to “we” or how to make your workplace more human, this conversation will light you up. Grab your earbuds and a notepad—this one’s a re-listener!
How Asking for Help Transforms Teams and Results
Leaders — asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It’s a sign you’re human. And it’s how we create the kind of psychological safety and connection that truly transforms our teams. I joined Matt Poepsel, PhD, on his “Lead the People” podcast to discuss the power of vulnerability, why we tend to resist it,...
Rosie in My Pocket: Authenticity
Let’s talk authenticity—not the buzzword kind, but the real, vulnerable, heart-wide-open kind. 💖
Rosie shares how dropping judgment, embracing honesty, and leaning into vulnerability can take your leadership from good to ✨extraordinary✨. Inspired by the Leadership Circle Profile and Mike Robbins’ authenticity formula, this is your nudge to show up, shine bright, and lead with your whole self.
Why Your Old Playbook Isn’t Working Anymore with Jim Bishop
What if the very habits that once made you successful are now holding you back?
In this episode, Rosie sits down with Jim Bishop for a deep and insightful conversation about the messy, human work of leadership transformation.
Jim shares powerful frameworks for disrupting outdated beliefs, bridging toward new possibilities, and growing into a more authentic, grounded leader. Together, they explore how our self-protective tendencies show up at midlife, the hidden cost of people-pleasing, and why the shift from “doing” to “being” is essential in today’s workplace.
Whether you're feeling stuck, seeking greater purpose, or simply wanting to lead with more intention, this episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom.
Get Curious, Not Furious: The Self-Acceptance Shift with Dr. Laura Gallaher
What if self-acceptance was the secret to faster growth? 📈
Dr. Laura Gallaher, an organizational psychologist who helped transform NASA’s culture post-Columbia disaster, joins Rosie to unpack the power of radical self-acceptance, psychological safety, and breaking free from head trash. ❤️🩹
Listen in as they geek out on how our faulty programming holds us back, why vulnerability is a leadership superpower, and how to silence that inner critic (without losing your edge).
This convo is filled with golden nuggets you’ll want to write down, rewind, and share.🎧
Rosie in My Pocket: Okay to Not Be Okay
In this Rosie in My Pocket, Rosie encourages us to embrace the powerful truth: it’s okay to not be okay. She explores how vulnerability, support, and grace can transform life’s hardest moments into opportunities for growth.
A gentle nudge to feel, heal, and connect—because sometimes, the bravest step is asking for help.
Creating Fearless Environments with Firouzeh Dittmar
What does it take to create fearless environments where everyone feels heard?
Firouzeh Dittmar, founder of Beyond Belonging Consulting, shares her journey and insights on psychological safety, breaking down DEI myths, and the power of vulnerability in leadership. This transformative conversation with Rosie is packed with practical tips to help you foster connection, inclusion, and trust—at work and beyond.
Get ready to rethink what it means to lead with humanity!
