Join us for an inspiring conversation with Robert MacPhee, a seasoned leader and coach who has transformed his career from parking management to working alongside legendary author Jack Canfield. In this episode, Robert shares his profound insights on the power of values in leadership and personal growth. Key Takeaways: The Value of Values: Discover why aligning with your core values is essential for success and fulfillment. Prioritizing vs. Being: Learn Robert's unique approach to categorizing v...
Sep 18, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Are you ready to take your leadership to new heights? Join us as we dive into The Lift, an intensive program designed to equip emerging leaders with the practical skills and mindset needed to thrive in today's fast-paced business world. In this episode, Layci and Mary chat about how The Lift can help you: Accelerate your leadership journey: Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your skills, The Lift provides the tools and guidance you need to succeed. Develop your leadership team...
Sep 11, 2024•20 min•Season 3Ep. 12
Join us as we chat with the inspiring Laura Aura, an entrepreneur, mindset coach, and podcast host of The Gutsy Podcast. Laura shares her incredible journey of overcoming self-doubt and building a thriving business. Key Takeaways The Power of Vulnerability: Laura opens up about the challenges she faced as an entrepreneur, including self-doubt and overthinking. She emphasizes the importance of being honest with yourself and sharing your experiences with others. Building a Gutsy Business: Learn ho...
Sep 04, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 11
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of self-discovery and community building with Becky Plautz, a dynamic connection strategist. Becky's unique blend of photography and coaching has helped countless women connect with their authentic selves and find the support they need to thrive. Key Takeaways: The Power of Self-Perception: Becky shares a powerful story of a client who experienced a profound transformation through a photo shoot experience. This highlights the importance of self-percep...
Aug 28, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 10
In this insightful episode, we sit down with Dr. John Reeves, a seasoned expert in the farming industry, as he shares his inspiring journey and the valuable lessons he's learned along the way. Dr. Reeves opens up about the importance of treating people with respect, the power of truly listening to their ideas, and the critical role that training and recognition play in fostering a positive work environment. As we delve into the heart of agricultural business, Dr. Reeves emphasizes the dual pilla...
Aug 21, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Welcome to another enlightening episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, where we explore cutting-edge ideas and insights that can transform your life and business. In this episode, Layci sits down with Cara Jean Wilson, the visionary CEO of Taking Cara Business, to delve into the fascinating world of the CARA method. Episode Highlights: -The CARA Method Unveiled: Cara Jean introduces us to the CARA method, a powerful framework that integrates emotional intelligence, accountability, and epig...
Aug 14, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Welcome to this inspiring episode where Layci and Mary dive into the art of being a visionary leader. Ever wondered what it truly takes to transform bold ideas into reality? This episode is your guide to understanding the delicate balance between vision and execution. Key Takeaways : The Essence of a Visionary : Layci and Mary explore what it means to be a visionary leader. It's not just about having grand ideas; it's about the ability to see beyond the immediate and inspire others to do the sam...
Aug 07, 2024•24 min•Season 3Ep. 7
CW: This episode mentions childhood abuse. In this heartfelt episode, we welcome Donna Temm, a trauma-informed coach for high performers. Donna bravely shares her personal journey of overcoming childhood abuse and explains how it inspired her to support others who have experienced trauma. Key Takeaways: Understanding Trauma: - Donna delves into the nuances of trauma, differentiating between big T trauma and little t trauma. She emphasizes that trauma is highly subjective, impacting individuals d...
Jul 31, 2024•39 min•Season 3Ep. 6
We launched our very first cohort of The Lift back in April, and we've received amazing feedback from our Lift graduates! If you are an emerging leader, or a seasoned manager with young leaders in your organization, The Lift is for you! Listen in for more info and get yourself on the waitlist for our September launch! The Lift Waitlist: https://www.transcendleadershipcollective.com/theliftwaitlist
Jul 29, 2024•2 min•Season 3Ep. 5
In this episode, Layci interviews change consultant Carl King about his journey and the importance of navigating change. Carl shares his background and the various paths he has taken, including being a preacher and a professional musician. He emphasizes his purpose of helping people and being their best selves. The conversation then delves into the challenges of identity shifts and the impact they have on relationships. Carl discusses the role of leaders in guiding change and the importance of e...
Jul 24, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Amanda Bedell, the Business Chaos Sorter, shares her journey from running a bakery business to becoming a consultant helping business owners get their chaos sorted. She talks about the challenges she faced, including financial struggles and the need to sell her business. Amanda emphasizes the importance of looking at the numbers and making strategic decisions to improve profitability. She also discusses her focus on helping women in male-dominated industries, particularly in the trades and const...
Jul 23, 2024•26 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Seth Tower Hurd, owner and founder of Manx Solutions, shares his career journey from playing college basketball to working in media, nonprofits, and the marketing agency world. He emphasizes the importance of being present in conversations and not trying to control them. Seth also discusses the difference between leadership and management, highlighting the need for leaders to delegate and not micromanage. He shares his experiences with leaders who shaped his own leadership style and emphasizes t...
Jul 10, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 2
In this episode, Layci and Mary discuss the Transcend Leadership Collective and how it came about. The Collective is a group of like-minded professional trainers and instructors who are united under the banner of the Transcend Leadership Collective. They share a vision and core values centered around HHART-first leadership principles. The Collective aims to create workplaces where people feel engaged, motivated, and inspired, and to help leaders develop the skills to make that happen. The episod...
Jul 03, 2024•16 min•Season 3Ep. 1
In this episode, Layci and Mary discuss the challenges of leadership and the importance of making clear decisions. They reference the book 'How to Walk into a Room' by Emily P. Freeman , which explores the art of knowing when to stay and when to walk away. They emphasize the need for leaders to be well-differentiated, with clarity about their core values and the ability to manage their own emotions. They discuss the fine line between creating a safe space for employees and becoming a peacemonger...
Jun 26, 2024•21 min•Season 2Ep. 23
Avery Thatcher, a burnout prevention strategist and former ICU nurse, shares her journey from experiencing severe, life-altering burnout to becoming an advocate for energy management. She discusses the impact of high achievement, sensitivity, and people-pleasing on burnout and offers insights into creating a culture of well-being in high-pressure environments. Avery's personal experience and expertise provide valuable lessons for leaders and individuals alike. Links from this episode: https://be...
Jun 19, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 22
Today’s guest is Rachel Brenke; business owner, serial entrepreneur, and lawyer. Rachel discusses her experiences with leadership and management, highlighting the challenges and insights gained over her 20 years in business. She shares her struggles with self-awareness, communication, and the impact of her leadership style on her team. The conversation delves into the complexities of leadership, the importance of self-reflection, and the need for effective communication and accountability in lea...
Jun 12, 2024•39 min•Season 2Ep. 21
In this conversation, Liz Orr, the Gordon Ramsay of the Enneagram and Associate University Chaplain at Wake Forest University, shares her journey from university chaplain to Enneagram expert and author. She discusses the unexpected growth of her Enneagram Instagram page, her transition to university chaplaincy, and the intersection of the Enneagram with her work. Liz also reflects on her leadership journey, the challenges she faced, and the lessons she learned along the way. Links from this epis...
Jun 05, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Heather Criswell, an expert in communication, discusses the importance of effective communication in both personal and professional relationships. She highlights the challenges faced by children and adults in today's digital age, where face-to-face conversations are becoming increasingly rare. Heather emphasizes the need for genuine human connection and the negative impact of relying too heavily on technology for communication. She also provides insights on how leaders can cultivate meaningful c...
Jun 03, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 17
We have an incredibly exciting announcement to make! Listen in as Layci unpacks a very special something we've been keeping under wraps for quite some time. We are thrilled to announce the grand unveiling of the Dr. John Reeves Agribusiness Institute! To learn more about how this amazing partnership came about and hear about how we at Transcend Leadership Collective can serve you, listen in and don't forget to check out our updated website with alllll of the fun details! EPISODE LINKS: Introduci...
May 29, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 18
In this episode, Layci is interviewed by our producer Mary Skop in a lightning round Q&A format. They discuss trends in leadership, the challenges of managing Gen Z employees, and explore the complex concept of “leading for the least mature.” Layci emphasizes the importance of engaging and inspiring younger workers, as well as the need for leaders to take ownership and collaborate with employees to address their concerns. They also mention upcoming events for Transcend Leadership Collective,...
May 22, 2024•17 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Julia Nepini, owner of Compassionate Consulting Company, shares her journey of starting her own counseling practice and the challenges she faced as a leader. She discusses the importance of self-awareness and learning about oneself in a leadership role. Julia also explains the difference between a coach and a therapist and the red flags to look out for when working with a coach. She shares her mistake of not properly calculating the financial sustainability of her practice and how she had to hav...
May 08, 2024•27 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Today's episode features Transcend's very own Karelys Davis, our fearless Director of Workshops, Education & Training! Listen in as Karelys shares her own hard-won wisdom in how a lack of capacity led to a lawsuit that could have been a conversation, and how we cheat ourselves when we neglect the practices that increase our capacity. For decades, Karelys has taught one-on-one and led group workshops to help people find their way back to themselves or each other. Her zone of genius lies in su...
May 01, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 15
What if we embraced the mindset that learning is a true superpower? What if we could go beyond the mindset of "Well, I guess I have to learn how to use this platform" or "Yeah, I had to train the team to start using that project management software, ugh." Not-so-hot-take: When we have the mindset that true learning is a complete drag and we resist it, we are limiting ourselves in every way. In this episode, we meet with Chad Wooters, CEO of Kairos Talks and entrepreneur. Chad shares his Terrible...
Apr 24, 2024•36 min•Season 2Ep. 14
What comes to mind when you hear the word "Authenticity?" "They were really showing up as their authentic self." "He's authentic; he's the real deal." "She's one of the most genuine and authentic individuals you'll ever work with." Authenticity is one of those buzzwords that gets thrown around quite a bit, both in the corporate world and in our everyday lives, but if we really dig into it on a personal growth level, we find that it truly contains multitudes. Today's episode features Shawn Marsha...
Apr 17, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 13
In this episode, you'll get to hear Layci unpack why she supports tracking personal development on company time. Wait; what?? You might be asking why on earth would you take the time to track personal development on company time? This may seem highly counterintuitive at first, but stay with us. First of all, we're not talking about unpacking the depths of your personal trauma in team meetings. Nor are we talking about spending half the meeting comparing notes on morning routines. But we are talk...
Apr 10, 2024•9 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Did you know that a headhunter might be seeking out your top talent right NOW? Your favorite employee is up for grabs! Yes, you heard that right. The star of your show, the sunshine in the break room, the one who never fails to bring laughter to meetings – they're potentially on the move! Now, before you start panicking and rifling through your office supplies for stress balls, let me tell you how you can ensure they stay put and keep bringing those good vibes to your team. We're offering you a ...
Apr 03, 2024•2 min•Season 2Ep. 11
CW: This episode mentions domestic abuse. Life rarely takes us where we think it will, and the only thing we can really prepare for is to plan to be surprised. Today's episode explores the always surprising, sometimes heartbreaking, and never-boring path of our very own podcast producer, Mary Skop! In addition to being our producer, Mary is a pianist, songwriter, and member of the band The Number of Months. She is deeply passionate about the creative process and loves to connect with other creat...
Mar 27, 2024•33 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Stepping into a leadership role will expand your own personal growth in surprising ways, especially in the realm of boundaries. So often leaders lose their way due to a desire to bring about client satisfaction, but they eventually find themselves compromising if conflict occurs. In this episode, Layci is joined by Dr. Olivia Van Guyse, a physical therapist, health coach, and the face of @livwellvg on Tik Tok and Instagram with a following of over 220,000. Liv shares her own "Terrible Leader" mo...
Mar 20, 2024•28 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Behind every effective leader is a different type of leader- someone who provides support, research, creates standard operating procedures, and serves as a strong partner and guide. That special someone is known as a Director of Operations! Today we're talking about the role of a Director of Operations with Natalie Gingrich of The Ops Authority . Natalie is the premier source on all things Ops and helps women with a natural operations skill set level up their career by becoming certified Directo...
Mar 14, 2024•30 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Have you ever experienced what felt like an invisible set of rules or protocols in your workplace? Did you ever feel like there were unspoken practices that you just couldn't figure out? In this episode, Layci gives clear and actionable steps to identifying what aspects of company culture could fall into the category of "invisible" and how to fight back with extreme clarity and consistency. ALSO, we have an exciting announcement!! We are now accepting applications for podcast guests! If you woul...
Mar 07, 2024•13 min•Season 2Ep. 7
