We often talk about the strategies and skills required to be an effective leader - but what about the joy?

In this episode of A Leader's Journey, I'm sharing a more personal side of leadership: the role of fun, hobbies, and creativity in helping you lead with clarity and confidence. From Lego kits and paint-by-numbers to off-roading and baking bread, I reveal the practices that keep me grounded and energized - and why intentionally making space for joy matters more than you might think.

You'll learn:

• Why joy isn't a distraction - it's fuel for sustainable leadership.
• How play sparks sharper thinking and stronger presence.
• Simple ideas to reconnect with fun in the middle of a busy season.

This episode is your permission slip to reclaim your energy, your creativity, and your spark.

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

In this episode of A Leader's Journey, we explore a topic rarely discussed in leadership development: your environment.

Beyond skills and strategies, the spaces and energy around you profoundly impact how you lead, grow, and show up. Shannon reflects on her own leadership journey and the surprising Human Design insights that revealed her ideal setting.

Whether you're a new leader or eyeing your first promotion, tune in to discover how choosing the right environment can unlock your confidence and effectiveness.

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

Ever wish you could go back and give yourself a roadmap for leadership?

In this week's episode, I'm sharing the 5 things I would do differently if I was just starting out as a leader. I don't regret any of these decisions I've made along the way because they've made me the leader I am today.

Yet, if I was giving advice to a new leader, this is what I would recommend.

If you are feeling overwhelmed, unsure where to get started, or what to do to put yourself in the best possible position for the next leadership role, tune into this episode because I'm breaking it all down for you.

Episodes Mentioned:

Episode 17 - How to Elevate Your Performance Review

Episode 20 - Benefits of Journaling

Episode 39 - Why Leaders Need A Coach

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

Leadership doesn't happen in theory, it happens in the real-life moments. This is the first episode of The Leader Lab where we are going to discuss real-life leadership scenarios and put all that we are learning into action.

In this first episode, we are addressing absenteeism. It's hard when you are counting on a member of your team to be at work and they are consistently not showing up. We are going to discuss 7 practical steps you can follow to address the situation and ensure you are handling with empathy, care, and concern.

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

You weren't designed to lead like everyone else!

Corporate leadership has long been built on outdated templates and unrealistic expectations. It's time to lead differently!

This week on the podcast, I'm sharing....

Why cookie-cutter leadership strategies fail emerging leaders.

What I learned when I stopped trying to do it all.

How Human Design helps you lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity!

If you're craving a new way to lead, you need to hear this one! And don't forget to share it with another leader!

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

There's something that happens when you step away from teh Zoom screen and into a room full on intentional energy, growth, and connection.

In this week's episode, I'm reflecting on a powerful in-person experience and why the right room can change everything - from your leadership confidence to your next bold decision.

This one's for every emerging leader who's been craving more connection, courage, and clarity!

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

This week on the podcast, I'm talking about a quote and concept from John Maxwell, 'Everything Rises and Falls on Leadership'.

This concept changed how I viewed my role, my responsibilities, how I showed up, and helped me see the magnitude of what is placed on leaders.

Tune in this week to learn more about your role as a leader and the level of responsbility you have been given.

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.

Avoiding tough conversations leads to bigger problems in leadership. Yet, new leaders often find themselves avoiding or delaying the difficult conversations they know they need to have.

This week on the podcast, I'm diving into difficult conversations. I'm sharing with you my 4-step approach to handling difficult conversations so you can have them with greater confidence and ease.

Are you ready to unleash your leadership and gain clarity about your leadership journey? If so, schedule a free Level Up Your Leadership session with me. During this time, we'll go through a process to help you define where you currently are in several key areas of leadership and where you want to go. Schedule your free session here.

Are you looking for practical leadership advice, tips, and inspiration? Join my private leadership community, A Leader's Journey on Facebook or connect with me on LinkedIn.