Episode 1 - Tara shares a her leadership story and an introduction to this podcast.

Culture is not stagnant in business.

It shifts with the changing world and complexities of business.

In this episode of Amplifying Leadership, guest Rob Lion, a professor of human resource development at Idaho State University and the co-founder of Black River Performance Management, dive into the essential connection between workplace culture and performance.

Our guest shares insights on why investing in your people and fostering a culture of trust and respect isn’t just good practice, - it is critical for long-term success.

You’ll learn how to navigate the complexities of culture, especially during major changes like mergers, and why quality matters more than simply having a culture statement on the wall.

We also explore practical strategies for leading through challenging times, including how to involve your team in shaping solutions, plan ahead for cultural shifts, and communicate effectively when things get complex.

Whether you’re leading through change or building a strong foundation for the future, this conversation will leave you with actionable takeaways.

Enjoy the conversation!

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What if your team had a user manual for you?

In this Tip Thursday, Tara shares how creating a Leadership User Manual can take the guesswork out of working with you and build stronger, clearer team connections.

Tune in to learn simple prompts to get started and why this tool helps leaders at every level.

Ready to turn tips like this into real-world leadership results? Book a call with Tara and let’s strengthen your leadership today. Lead. Empower. Thrive. Conversation

Change is hard.

However, great leaders know how to turn uncertainty into opportunity.

In this episode of Amplifying Leadership, my guest, Joe Davis, author of The Generous Leader, BCG Senior Advisor, and BCG-NA Chair immeritus, and Tara explore what it really takes to lead through times of uncertainty and change.

They discuss why the best leaders lean into their humanity - showing honesty, authenticity, and humility - even when they don’t have all the answers.

You’ll hear practical strategies for building strong connections with your team, navigating fear during large changes, and fostering trust by being open about "I don’t know" moments. They also discuss the importance of asking questions, truly listening, and communicating clearly to prevent misunderstandings and gossip. Plus, They offer advice for senior leaders on how they can best support and empower new leaders during challenging transitions.

If you're facing change in your organization, this conversation will give you both the mindset and tools to lead with confidence and care.

Enjoy the episode!

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Leading a remote team takes more than Zoom calls and task trackers.

In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara on our Amplifying Leadership podcast, we go beyond the basics and dive into 5 often-overlooked essentials for leading remote teams with confidence and connection.

Learn how to build psychological safety, fight proximity bias, create micro-moments of trust, set healthy boundaries (and model them), and shift from tracking hours to celebrating outcomes. Ready to strengthen your remote leadership skills? Tune in and start applying these powerful tips today.

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Great leadership = Success!

In this episode of Amplifying Leadership with our guest Borja Cuan, , the co-founder of Four15 Digital, we explore why great leadership is the foundation of lasting success.

We discuss how leaders must continually learn, observe, listen, and grow in order to evolve during times of change and expansion.

He shares why being honest about your mistakes strengthens trust and resilience within your team.

You’ll hear strategies for staying focused when the stress of scaling challenges both leaders and employees, as well as examining the direct connection between how leaders treat their teams and the impact on customer retention.

The conversation also highlights how simple conversations about personal life can build human connection and ease stress during demanding periods.

Finally, we dive into key communication strategies that leaders should use to keep everyone aligned and motivated while scaling.

Enjoy the episode!

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Feeling drained some mornings?

It happens.

In this Tip Thursday with Tara, Tara provides you with a morning thought-provoking question to ask yourself each day to help you be more present and intentional, even when you are feeling like you don't want to be at work.

Find out more by listening to this episode.

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You are providing your leaders training - check.

You are not done.

In this insightful episode of Amplifying Leadership Kim Mitchell, a mental health advocate, veteran, and transformational leader dedicated to empowering individuals and small businesses and Tara, explore the crucial role education and information play in effective leadership.

They discuss why investing in leadership training is essential for companies and why cutting budgets for leadership development is not an option.

They emphasize that leaders can and should seek growth opportunities externally, and share practical considerations for organizations when implementing leadership training.

They also discuss why leadership development should be viewed as more than just a checkbox on a list, but rather as a cultural commitment within the organization.

Finally, they dive into the importance of follow-up after training to ensure lasting results and continued growth for both leaders and their teams.

Enjoy the conversation.