Each episode of Leading Outward dives headfirst into the raw, and sometimes messy, realities of leadership and culture transformation. We unpack the toughest challenges leaders face—mindset, trust, conflict, communication, and accountability—through raw coaching episodes and behind-the-scenes conversations with executives and leaders around the world who are solving them in real time.
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June 6, 2025 | Episode 3
We’ve all felt it: the tension between being real and being in charge. But as inner-city middle school teacher Carla Debow and retired Air Force commander Naomi Franchetti reveal, that’s a false choice. Connection isn’t a distraction from leadership—it’s the doorway into it.
This episode explores what happens when leaders stop hiding behind roles and start showing up as people. The result? Teams that listen, trust, and rise to meet the moment, not because they’re forced to, but because they want to.
Bottom line: The most credible leaders are the most human ones and trust is built at the intersection of expectation and empathy.
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We’ve all felt it: the tension between being real and being in charge. B...
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Ever resented someone you were supposed to help? Or felt too exhausted t...
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You have the vision, give the trainings, but your team just doesn’t foll...
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Leadership is messy. Culture change is hard. And knowing what’s really holding you back, that’s the most challenging part of all. Join us every week for fresh perspectives and actionable insights to help you elevate your leadership, live more intentionally, and drive lasting change.
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