Lead into It Podcast

It's the end of the season, and in this finale episode, I'm reflecting on what I've learned from the incredible leaders who joined me. We're talking about the ripple effect of leadership, why commitment matters more than motivation, and the reminder that no one should lead alone.If you've ever wondered how your words as a leader echo beyond the workplace — or felt the weight of trying to get it all right — this one's for you.Tune in for a heartfelt wrap-up and a few of my favorite takeaways.I'm also getting ready for next season and I want to hear from you. What leadership challenges are you facing? What do you want to explore next season? Drop me a note at Sara@leadintoit.co.Let's keep growing, together.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

What does real leadership look like when no one's watching? In this episode, retired General Mike Minahan gets honest about the messy, meaningful, and deeply human side of command.He shares the story behind his now-viral decision to schedule a mental health appointment as a four-star general—something he thought was just leading by example but turned out to be life-changing for himself and countless others. Years later, he's still hearing from people who were inspired to finally ask for help.We also talk about the role family played in shaping his leadership style, what it really takes to lead through resistance and uncertainty, and why his go-to leadership advice is as simple as it is profound: “Don't suck.”This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn't about performance—it's about showing up, especially when it's hard. Whether you're leading a team, a mission, or just trying to lead your life with more intention, there's something here for you.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

What makes a leader worth following? In this episode, retired General Mike Minihan, former commander of Air Mobility Command, shares the leadership philosophy that shaped his 35-year Air Force career, centered on "OLA": Ownership, Leadership, and Attitude.From his early days as a lieutenant to leading 110,000 airmen, General Minihan returns to one powerful truth: credibility starts with doing your job—and doing it well. He also reflects on the 2023 memo that made headlines, how it shaped perceptions, and what it revealed about his leadership style. Through it all, his clarity of purpose and commitment to readiness shine through.Perhaps most striking is his view on "worthiness"—a question he asked himself often: Do I deserve this level of trust? That mindset drove him to lead with both conviction and care.If you're in any kind of leadership role, this conversation is a must-listen. And don't miss part two next week, where we dig into mental health, legacy, and the human side of command.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

What does it take to command a room, bounce back from failure, and lead with true authenticity? In this episode, I sit down with Lydia Fenet—renowned auctioneer, bestselling author, and founder of her own agency—whose decades at Christie's taught her powerful lessons in confidence, leadership, and owning your voice.Lydia shares what she learned from auctioning without a mic, why humor is one of her secret weapons, and how she balances bold career moves with meaningful moments at home. We also dive into her tips for aspiring leaders, the importance of self-care, and what it really means to define success on your own terms.Whether you're stepping into leadership or looking to reclaim your confidence, Lydia's insights will leave you inspired to show up fully—exactly as you are.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

What if the key to transforming your team's performance wasn't hiding in another leadership book—but came straight from the lessons learned in the cockpit of a fighter jet?In this episode, I'm joined by Robert “Cujo” Teschner—former Air Force fighter pilot, leadership expert, and author of Debrief to Win. Cujo brings the heat (and the heart) in a conversation that challenges how we think about accountability, feedback, and real team growth.We dig into why debriefing—the military kind—isn't just a boring recap or a dreaded feedback session. It's a high-impact, deeply human leadership practice that creates clarity, builds trust, and drives performance. The best part? It's practical, repeatable, and doesn't take hours to implement. In fact, the average military debrief lasts just 18 minutes—and can boost performance by up to 25%.Cujo also shares how his journey from fighter pilot to leadership consultant (and cancer survivor) reshaped how he shows up—not just at work, but in life. His story is a powerful reminder that leadership isn't just about checklists or standards—it's about how we support the people around us when it matters most.Whether you lead a team, manage projects, or just want to give better feedback, this episode will leave you with a powerful framework and a fresh perspective on what great leadership looks like—under pressure and beyond.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

Ever wonder why some leadership situations hit you harder than they should? Or why feedback sometimes feels way bigger than it is? It might be your mindset foundation — and it could be ready for a reset.In today's episode, mindset coach Margaret "MJ" Jennings joins me to talk about the mental side of leadership — the 95% we don't always see but definitely feel. We dig into how old patterns show up in your leadership, how to shift your mindset, and why what you model matters even more than what you say.If you're ready to lead with more clarity, resilience, and real presence — this conversation is for you.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

In this powerful episode of Lead Into It, I sit down with Maj Gen Dan Tulley, Director of Operations at U.S. Transportation Command—and someone I had the honor of serving with over a decade ago. We trace his leadership journey from his ROTC days at Duke University to commanding at a global scale, uncovering the real-world lessons that shaped his leadership style. Tulley opens up about a pivotal in-flight moment that cemented his trust in training, the decisions he faced as tensions with Iran rose, and how he kept his team informed, empowered, and motivated during COVID.He also gets real about what makes leadership sustainable: humility, trust, and letting go of the need to have all the answers. One of my favorite takeaways? “Nobody wants to be that single leader that everything depends on.”Whether you're leading five people or five thousand, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom on:Building high-performing, resilient teamsMaking decisions under pressure (and creating space for them)Leading with humility and intentionBalancing strategic and tactical thinkingSpending your “leadership capital” wiselyGrab your headphones—this is one episode you don't want to miss.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

Thomas Greek's leadership journey reads like a field guide for anyone who's ever struggled with the transition from boss to true leader. From his early days as a self-described "bossy boss" pointing at his metaphorical sheriff's badge, to becoming the youngest executive in his organization's history, Thomas reveals the pivotal moments that transformed his approach to leading others.The conversation turns on a single question from a mentor who asked him, "Do you think your team likes working for you?" His initial response—"Does it matter?"—captures the mindset many new managers bring to leadership positions. This moment sparked a curiosity that would define his leadership philosophy moving forward.What makes this episode particularly valuable is Thomas's willingness to share his vulnerabilities. He recounts landing an executive role running a multibillion-dollar credit card operation despite candidly admitting in the interview, "I'm not qualified for this job." His secret? Understanding that leadership excellence comes from building engaged teams and creating transformational environments, not from technical expertise alone.Throughout our discussion, Thomas reveals practical frameworks like his "Three Ps" approach (People, Processes, Possibilities) and shares his favorite coaching question: "Is it true?" These simple but powerful tools have helped countless leaders shift from controlling to empowering, from telling to asking, and from feeling isolated to creating genuine connection.Whether you're leading a small team or a large organization, Thomas's insights on psychological safety, workplace loneliness, and the integration of work and personal wellbeing offer a blueprint for more effective and fulfilling leadership. His parting wisdom? "Be kind. It's easy, it's free, and the world needs more of it."Ready to transform your leadership approach? Learn more about Thomas's work helping leaders become coaches at thomasgreekcoaching.com.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

What do you get when a 23-year Air Force Colonel trades her uniform for a machete and cacao seedlings? Meet Maria Carl, who went from leading global military teams to running a thriving Hawaiian chocolate farm.Ten years ago, she and her husband bought a wild 10-acre plot on Oahu. What started as a dream home project turned into 21 Degrees Estate – an award-winning cacao farm known for world-class chocolate and an incredible sense of community.Maria's story is all about reinvention. She took the leadership skills she built over decades in the military and applied them to farming, sustainability, and building something truly meaningful. Her take? “You'd be surprised how transferable your skills are—and how many good ideas people have if you actually listen.”If you've ever thought about making a big life change, this episode is for you.Check out the farm at 21degreesestatehawaii.com.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

Welcome back to Lead Into It! After three years of military orders, a coaching certification, and personal growth, I'm back with fresh insights on leadership.Since our last episode, I've led teams big and small, moved from Charleston to Florida's Panhandle, and had a huge realization: the best leadership happens when we stop trying to fit a mold and just show up as ourselves. Through coaching, I've learned to listen differently, create space for others, and lean into authenticity—because that's what builds trust and real buy-in.Leadership isn't about being perfect. It's about being you.  And as we shift toward a more authentic way of leading, I can't wait to explore what that means for all of us.Let's keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be back with you!

This week's episode is with Kathy Knichel, someone I met while on my military orders who has a wealth of leadership experience from her time leading the protocol program at  Charleston Air Force Base.  I loved talking with her from the first moment I met her and knew I had to have her on the show. During our conversation for this episode, we talked about how she started her career and built and led teams, but the theme that came throughout our conversation was how she brought people together.  Kathy managed an unrivaled protocol program at one of the busiest bases in the Air Force. She was responsible for oversight of more than 150 annual official visits to the command, military ceremonial events, conferences, and other distinguished visitors (DV) activities. She was a widely trusted expert throughout the installation and community and personally advised three Wing Commanders and 53 Mission Partners. She continues to inspire the people around her to be the best versions of themselves through her wealth of knowledge and personal experience.  __________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

This week's episode is with Julie DeLucca-Collins, Business and Life Strategist Coach. During our conversation, we dove into confidence as a leader, why it's important and how to cultivate it.Julie DeLucca-Collins is the Founder and CEO of Go Confidently Services, the host of the popular Casa DeConfidence Podcast®, and her weekly Radio Show Confident You featured on a global talk radio network.  As a Business and Life Strategist Coach, Julie helps women business owners launch or grow their businesses, get clients, be productive, and achieve their dreams. Julie helps her clients create simple habits to achieve goals and change lives. Julie is also the best-selling author of the newly released book Confident You (simple habits to live the life you've imagined). Julie is a sought-after public speaker, trainer, and course creator. She is certified as a coach in Cognitive Behavioral Techniques, Holistic Coach, and Tiny Habits. She is also certified as a Social Emotional Learning Facilitator and has completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Certification. Julie enjoys helping her clients build mental fitness and improve their mindset to be at peace and improve peak performance. May Cause Miracles by Gabrielle Bernstein _______________________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.

This week's episode is with Carolene Meli, Experience Strategist and Advisor,  and we dive into the importance of the experiences we create and how that is important as a leader.Over the last 15 years, she has led over 50 experience teams in 17 different countries and has created an array of experiences from VIP events and employee development programs at Cirque du Soleil, to community wellness events at lululemon athletica and one-of-a-kind VIP Lounge evenings on the Marella Explorer cruise ship.Now, as an Experience Strategist and Advisor, she works with leaders to improve connection and commitment in their teams and communities through in-person experiences. I do this through a combination of experience design and operational excellency. Learn more or contact Carolene at www.carolenemeli.com Books mentioned:The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups Kafka on the Shore_______________________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.

This week's episode is with Kelly Waltman, Founder, and CEO of SLR Consulting and author of Elevate Connection: Cultivate an Engaged, Inspired, Productive, and Profitable Workplace Culture.  We had an amazing conversation about feedback (an essential skill as a leader!). We talked about why giving  AND receiving feedback is important, how to respond to and process feedback, and how fear plays into feedback. With over twenty years of experience developing and delivering curricula, Kelly has a passion for helping individuals learn and grow. From the classroom to the board room, she has designed content for groups of all sizes. She also brings over a decade of managerial and leadership experience to her work - holding director-level positions with previous employers, and serving as a board member for local non-profit organizations.  Kelly holds advanced degrees from Shippensburg University and a Ph.D. from Temple University. _______________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.

Making coffee at work might seem like an ordinary task, so how did Debbie change her mindset about this small task into something that launched her career? This week's episode is with Debbie Story,  President and CEO of the nonprofit AT&T Performing Arts Center, to talk about leadership lessons she learned as she progressed in her career.  With her passion for leading teams, the lessons she shares can inspire you to change your mindset and set boundaries to maximize your potential. A little more about Debbie, before joining the Center full time, Debbie led large organizations in various parts of BellSouth and AT&T operations. Her most recent role was EVP Mobility Customer Service, and before that she spent four years as Senior Vice President of Talent Development and Chief Diversity Officer at AT&T, responsible for identifying and developing leaders across 240,000 employees in 60 countries, aligning managers with the company's priorities, and driving employee engagement. She oversaw the award-winning AT&T University, as well as the company's efforts to leverage diversity and inclusion to drive innovation and growth. Throughout her career, she held positions in customer service, sales, distribution, supply chain, operations, network, M&A, digital & social media, and HR, first at BellSouth and then AT&T.Link to Debbie's book: Don't Downside Your Dreams: Leadership Inspiration for Women_______________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

I am so excited to be back!This short episode will dive into where I've been and what I've been up to since last year and what you can expect for future podcast episodes.  _______________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. MasterClass| $15/month unlimited classes An online experience that gives everyone the opportunity to learn from the world's best.

Lead Into It will be taking a break for the summer! Listen to this episode to learn why and to learn a great metaphor for how to juggle the important things in life. _____________________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!_______________________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 10: Setting Expectations and Building Teams with Derek Whisenhunt. In this part of the episode, Derek shares steps on how to set expectations for your team. This is great for new leaders or those looking to establish more aligned and clearer expectations for their teams. _____________________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!_______________________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

In this week's episode, I sit down with Ron Carucci, Managing Partner at Navalent, to talk about his new book, To Be Honest: The Power of Truth, Justice and Purpose.  We talk in-depth about the conditions in which people will tell the truth, be fair, serve a greater good, and in what conditions do organizations create an environment where people will lie steal and cheat.  It was an interesting conversation about how leaders really impact the environments at work and what factors are important when trying to create a more honest environment. Ron has a 30-year track record of helping organizations adopt strategies that lead to accelerated growth, and designing programs to execute those strategies. He is also a two-time TED speaker and the best-selling author of eight books, including the recent Amazon #1 Rising to Power.Find more information about Ron and Navalent here:https://www.navalent.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/roncarucci/https://twitter.com/RonCarucciMoments of Truth Video Series____________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitDISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. Greetabl - 15% off with code LEADINTOIT Easily send unique, personalized gifts they’ll always remember.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.**Happy Mother's Day!**During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 8: Leading as a Mom with Keri Atkinson, where she talks about how she saw how important it was to set the tone each day for her family and why it's important for her to admit to her kids when she makes mistakes. Listen to the full episode here.___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

I'm so excited to have Marisa on the show again! This time, we talk about her new book, Own Your Authority: Follow Your Instincts, Radiate Confidence, and Communicate as a Leader People Trust. We also talk about what it means to own your authority, trust your gut and have self-leadership. Marisa is a former IT Executive on Wall Street who has over 21 years of corporate roles and leadership experience.   She is the creator of The Gutsy Leadership System TM and founder of In Our Shoes TM, a professional development training and collaboration platform consisting of self-paced online courses and live training delivered through The Gutsy Leadership Academy TM, an online leadership school that promotes a global community for professionals to share their same struggles in a trusted safe environment. Find more information about Marisa and In Our Shoes TM:  https://inrshoes.com/  Reach out to Marisa:  marisa@inrshoes.com.___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 15: Communicating with Intention with Marisa Santoro. In this part of the episode, Marisa explains how to effectively use the Rule of Three when communicating with intention. This is a great tool to use at work or in your relationships!**ANNOUNCEMENT** I'm excited to have Marisa on the show for a second time to talk about her new book Own Your Authority: Follow Your Instincts, Radiate Confidence, and Communicate as a Leader People Trust.  Look for episode 35, available May 4th. Marisa's new book is available NOW for purchase on Amazon.com.______________________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!_______________________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

As leaders or as high achieving individuals, our health and wellness is the foundation to reach our goals and to take care of others.  On this week's episode, I talk with Jenn Trepeck, owner of Better Life Now, LLC and the host of the Salad With A Side Of Fries podcast. During our conversation, we talk about why health and wellness as a leader are important and what happens if we don’t make it a priority. Jenn also leaves you with tons of great tips that you can implement in your day-to-day life.___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 6: Leadership and Self Awareness with Becky Heyse, where she talks about using Brene Brown's methodology when doing feedback as well as a time she decided not to give feedback.Listen to the full episode here.___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

In this episode, I sit down with Carla Bennett, an experienced leader who worked her way from the ground level up at a major domestic airline as well as a published author. We talk about how she came into leadership, what she learned from it, and her Advocate leadership style.  This episode is perfect for those understanding what Advocate-style leadership means and how they can apply it themselves. ___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 12: Own your Mess with Scott Miller, where he talks about the importance of listening as a leader. Specifically, he goes into the difference between listening to respond and listening to understand.Listen to the entire episode here. Scott Miller is the Executive Vice President of Thought Leadership at FranklinCovey and #1 best-selling author of the book “Management Mess to Leadership Success.” He also hosts Franklin Covey’s On Leadership interview which features renowned experts and authors including Susan Cain, Seth Godin, Dan Pink, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Carly Fiorina, Liz Wiseman, Rachel Hollis, Geoffrey Moore, General Stanley McChrystal, and numerous others. Subscribe to On Leadership: http://www.franklincovey.com/on___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

In this episode, I sit down with Andre Young, speaker, author, trainer, and Founder of You Evolving Now, LLC, to talk about his experience as a leader and his book, 7 Ways to Lead. Our conversation is FULL of tangible tools to take with you as you lead your teams or in your day-to-day life.  During our conversation, we talk about the common complaint, “Our leaders don’t know how to lead!” and work/life harmony and why it is important.   Andre worked as a Mental Health Therapist for 19 years, played sports at every level from high school to professional, has been an employee, a business owner, and self-employed, written four books focused on enhancing Leadership & Work/Life Harmony. It's his mission to enhance Leadership and Work/Life Harmony for Companies, Employees, and Teams with speaking engagements, leadership programs, and powerful online trainings; allowing a professional and personal evolution!Purchase Andre's Book -7 Ways to LeadChase your Greatness (Motivational video Andre mentioned) ___________________________________________________________________________Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!___________________________________________________________________________www.leadintoit.co  Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 3 Leadership Coaching and Difficult Conversations with Brooke Brzozowske, where she talks about her experience with being an authentic leader and how she used this to embrace a difficult conversation she had as a leader. Listen to the entire episode here.Reach out to Brooke: Upuntilnowllc@gmail.com www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

I firmly believe that leaders can exist in many different ways, not only with a manager or director title. Meet Melissa Chiranky-Bozich— Choreographer, Class studios instructor, former NBA dance, and NHL Ice Girl. Her mission is to share her love for dance with everyone in the world and make dance accessible for anyone, anywhere. During our conversation, we talk about her dance background, how she grew in confidence and self-awareness and how she strives to have everyone leave her dance classes with more confidence instead of fear. If you have ever been to one of Melissa’s dance classes, you know how much energy she brings. That energy shines in this episode! I learned so much from her and I hope you do too! Melissa’s Website: www.VIBEXMCB.comMelissa’s Instagram : @melissacbozich www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: hello@leadintoit.co Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

It's time for a coffee break!Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, I revisit Episode 4 with my grandfather’s, Floyd Greco, speech “Make It Happen.” The speech is read by my dad, Chris Greco. Floyd worked his way up from being an hourly worker to a senior executive at ALCOA and he was extremely passionate about leadership, encouraging everyone to “Make it Happen.” He passed in 1996 but his legacy to motivate and inspire others continues among his kids and grandkids.www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Support the show: Looking for a thoughtful and fun gift? Visit greetabl.com/leadintoit - use code LEADINTOIT to get 15% off your order!Learn more about or purchase Beautycounter products at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

Is it possible to be in a leadership role (or any role) and learn how to be stress-free? YES and Rhonda Williams, also known as the Stress-Free Leader, teaches us how!In this conversation, Rhonda and I talk about what she learned about stress and life and work priorities while in leadership roles and her simple method, called the 5 C's, to help overcome the stress in her role. Rhonda holds a double master’s degree in nursing and business administration and her professional experience includes senior executive roles as Chief Nursing Officer and Chief Executive Officer. She’s also held roles as an executive consultant, organizational and leadership coach.Rhonda's Website - https://thestressfreeleader.net/ www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

It's time for a coffee break! Take a break with a short clip of previous Lead Into It episodes--short enough for your coffee break and energizes you for the rest of the day.During this coffee break, listen to part of Episode 17: Selfless Leadership with Tim Scott, where Tim talks about his leadership style before he embraced selfless (or servant) leadership and after with some examples.Listen to the entire episode here. Learn more about Tim here: www.timothywscott.com Purchase “The Table Maker” here: https://www.timothywscott.com/shopReach out -- leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comFollow --Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLearn more --Website: www.leadintoit.co Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I talk with Joe Delaney, a Colonel in the U.S. Marine Corps with over 28 years of service. He currently leads the Marine Forces Pacific Information Environment (IE) Directorate. Don’t worry if you aren’t in the military or familiar with military terminology, this episode has something for all types of leaders. Joe talks about how he decided to become an officer in the Marines, what he learned from his mentors early in his career, how important it is to be an authentic leader and so much more!Joe was born in San Fernando, Trinidad. He enlisted in the Marine Corps in 1989 and was commissioned from Savannah State University in 1993. He holds a BS in Mathematics, Savannah State University, an MS in Management, Troy State University, an MS in Information Technology Management, Naval Postgraduate School, and an MS in Strategic Studies, Marine Corps War College. He currently resides in Hawaii with his two daughters, Jayla (14) and Alyssa (12). Books Mentioned: Lincoln on Leadership by Donald Phillips Good to Great by Jim Collins Lead Into It Website: www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, or Department of Defense. Furthermore, any sponsorships, business products, commercials, endorsements, and external links are associated solely with the Lead Into It Podcast and not endorsed by the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, or Department of Defense.

Listen to part of Episode 2: Preparing to Lead with Ken Bryson, retired USAF Colonel, where we talk about his notebook methodology as well as how he prepares for meetings. Listen to the entire episode hereReach out to Sara -- leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comFollow us at --Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoIt Facebook: @leadintoitLearn more about Lead Into It --Website: www.leadintoit.co Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

Do you feel stuck? Trying to figure out what your passion is? Don’t even know where to start? This is the perfect episode for you. In this episode, I talk with Jason Barnaby, founder of Fire Starters Inc, where he helps others unleash their potential, overcome limiting beliefs and inspire action. We talk in-depth about his book, Igniting the Fire Starter Within. We also talk about what he learned as a leader and what you can apply while you’re leading teams and navigating your career. Jason is a native Hoosier and a graduate of Indiana University. Jason was what he would call a professional ski bum in Colorado before living in Europe for 8 years with his wife where they owned a coffee shop and he worked as a college professor before moving his family back to Indiana in 2004. For the majority of his time back in the US, Jason worked for a financial services company. And his 10-year career spanned Learning and Development, Internal Sales, Field Sales Transformation and HR. He has also worked as an adjunct professor for DeVry University and the University of Indianapolis.Jason’s Free E-course “Ignite Your new Year” (Includes Tribal Inventory) https://jason-s-school-a8a2.thinkific.com/courses/ignite-your-new-year www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comInstagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

Listen to part of Episode 5: Learning to Lead with Maggie Hamilton where Maggie describes some of the challenges she encountered during her first leadership position and how she learned to overcome them. Listen to the entire episode here. Maggie’s Instagram: @maggieannhamReach out to Sara-- leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comFollow us at --Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLearn more about Lead Into It--Website: www.leadintoit.co Logo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

Do you sometimes feel like you're chasing a job title or the next best role in your career? What if there was a different way of approaching your career?Michelle Williams and I tackle this topic with her concept of a bucket list career in addition to other amazing pieces of advice and tips she's learned throughout her career.Michelle is currently the Director of Strategy, Planning and Implementation in the Cargo and Charters department at Southwest Airlines and also has a diverse career in project management and leading successful teams. This episode is perfect for anyone wondering what their next step should be in their career or how to approach their current role with a different mindset. www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.comFollow Lead Into It through - Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

Happy 2021! In this week’s solo episode, I share ways I have learned how to make life happen for me instead of letting life happen to me. You will also hear what you can expect from Lead Into It for this year This is a great episode for anyone who wants to make 2021 their year by setting goals and aligning their day to day lives to reach those goals. www.leadintoit.co Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItFacebook: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

This week’s episode is a continuation of Episode 25 but in this episode, I share some of my favorite leadership lessons and advice from some of my guests listed below. (Time stamps are below for you to use to go directly to that part of the episode.) Excerpt from Episode 18: “Yes and” with Emily Zawisza:  3:38 - 4:58Excerpt from Episode 12. Own your Mess with Scott Miller:  4:59 - 12:20Excerpt from Episode 15. Communicating with Intention with Marisa Santoro: 12:21 - 14:54Excerpt from Episode 13. Culture and Leadership with Cheryl Hughey: 14:55 - 19:33Excerpt from Episode 11. Leading with Happiness with Dr. Raj Raghunathan: 19-34 - 24:55 Interested in more? Check out their full episodes linked at titles names above. Thank you for a great 2020 and I look forward to “leading into it” with you in 2021!!Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I share three things I have learned during this past year through experiences or during these podcast interviews. This episode is perfect for those who want to reflect on this past year, hear some tips and learn how to prepare for 2021. Look for Part 2 on December 22nd! Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Jessica Katz, a trainer, mentor and coach through Liberated Elephant. Jessica is passionate about working with individuals, teams, leaders, and organizations to help people discover and nurture their authentic selves.During our conversation, we talk about how to talk about what agile means, elephants in the room (or liberating them!) why change management is so important and setting boundaries in the workplace.This episode is full of lessons and tips you can take with you as you encounter diverse situations in your career. Learn more about Jessica and Liberated Elephant here: Jessica’s blog mentioned in the episode Books Mentioned in this Episode:Nonviolent Communication by Marshall RosenbergCoaching Agile Teams by Lyssa Adkins Reach out to Sara: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitTwitter: @_LeadIntoItLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter at www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Sara Harper who is a Major in the US Air Force and a Public Affairs Officer with diverse leadership experience at all levels. She is also one of my greatest friends as well as a huge Auburn University fan. During our conversation, we talk about different leadership lessons she’s learned throughout her career and how she developed her leadership style. This is a great episode to listen to if you want to hear someone’s first-hand experience learning how to become a leader and how her perspective has changed over the course of her career. Sara’s Book Recommendations:Present over Perfect by Shauna Niequist Love Does by Bob Goff  Reach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter through www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Niki Harris to talk about her research about antiracism in the workplace and leadership identity development. Niki Harris is a Senior Executive Assistant at Southwest Airlines. Her passion is utilizing her CliftonStrengths themes of Deliberative, Intellection, Analytical, Relator, and  Connectedness to walk alongside others through the daily rigors of professional,  personal, and academic life.  Niki completed two Bachelor of Arts, English and Communication, and a Master of  Public Affairs at the University of Missouri. She is currently pursuing a PhD in Higher  Education at Azusa Pacific University. This episode is perfect for anyone looking for tools and ideas on how to be antiracist in the workplace and learn more about leadership identity development.Niki’s Recommended Reading list:How to be an Antiracist by Ibram X. Kendi @ibramxk Me & White Supremacy by Layla Saad @laylafsaadWhy are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria 20th Anniversary Edition by Beverly Tatum White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo @robindiangeloThe Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson @isabelwilkerson Reach out to Niki through LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikirushharris/ Reach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter through www.beautycounter.com/saragreco DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week’s episode, I sit down with Cliff Buford, a blogger, writer, leadership coach and podcast host to learn about his journey and approach to leadership. Cliff Buford stepped into his first leadership role at 22 years old within Ground Operations of a major US airline. Over the course of 11 years, Cliff had much success in leadership. He decided to ditch the traditional style of leadership years ago and doing that has allowed him to be revered as one of the most well-thought leaders in his profession amongst his peers and the people that he has led. Born and raised in Chicago, IL Cliff has worked his way to Los Angeles, Ca where he now calls home. Cliff has led hundreds of career professionals throughout his career and is committed to helping each of them find their why. Cliff is the host of the podcast called personal ignition and you can learn more or reach out to Cliff through his website is Cliftonbuford.comReach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   Learn more about Beautycounter through www.beautycounter.com/saragreco  DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

It has been one year since I started working on the Lead into It Podcast! In this episode, I share my experience with my journey on the podcast, what this past year has taught me, and how I have been leaning into what I can control.Reach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

In this week's episode, I sit down with a friend of mine, Brewa Kennedy, and we talk about one of his favorite books, “Necessary Endings” by Dr. Henry Cloud and how it relates to leadership and leading your own life. Brewa is masterful at building meaningful relationships and wields his gifts of strategic thinking and influence to effect desired personal and business outcomes. A Gallup-Certified CliftonStrengths Coach, he has a passion for learning and developing others. Through introspection, he has lead hundreds of career professionals to find clarity of purpose in various industries, such as commercial aviation, real estate, and financial services. This episode is perfect for anyone who wants to listen in on a conversation about why some endings are necessary to build growth in careers and life. Learn more about Brewa at his website:  www.BrewaKennedy.com. Purchase "Necessary Endings" By Dr. Henry Cloud Reach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

In this week's episode, I sit down with the super funny Emily Zawisza, and we talk about her journey into the improv world, her work at Four Day Weekend, and how to use improv’s method of “yes and” in your work and day to day life.  After college, Emily enrolled in the Four Day Weekend Theater’s improv training center and was immediately hooked. This motivated her to move to Chicago to continue her improv comedy education, where she was accepted into and graduated from the world-famous Second City Conservatory, as well as the iO Training Center. While nights were spent performing with various improv troupes, she built a career on the intersection of comedy and business. From her jobs at Groupon, The Onion, The Second City, and Slate Magazine, the common thread has been how humor and intelligent wit can be powerful tools in communication and business. Now working back at Four Day Weekend, where it all started, she can be found collaborating with Fortune 500 companies to create engaging content and train employees with improvisational techniques.This episode is perfect for anyone looking for techniques and exercises to build trust and communication in the workplace or for anyone who needs a laugh or two. Reach out to Emily at emily@fourdayweekend.com  Reach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   

On this week's episode, I sit down with Tim Scott, to talk about his book, “The Table Maker,” a fable on work and meaning with underlying themes of leadership. We also about what he has learned in his journey of leadership and how the mistakes he made during this journey led him to the leadership methodology he uses today. Tim Scott is a husband and father as well as a storyteller with extensive experience in the corporate world, working in the recruiting and talent development functions of Dr Pepper/Seven Up, Inc., Trane Commercial Systems, Yum! Brands/Pizza Hut, and Southwest Airlines. Plus he built a dynamic NextGen Ministry at The Branch Church in Dallas and served two terms as a city councilman for Farmers Branch, Texas.This episode is perfect for anyone who feels like they make mistakes (part of being human, right?) as a leader, want to learn about selfless and values-driven leadership. Learn more about Tim here: www.timothywscott.com Purchase “The Table Maker” here: https://www.timothywscott.com/shopReach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity. 

On this week’s episode, I had an amazing conversation with Monica Rockstroh,  a professional career pep talker based in Chicago, Illinois. We talk tips and advice that Monica has about job hunting, LinkedIn, and salary negotiation during this time of the pandemic.Interviewing well and negotiating hard have been vital career skills for Monica as she routinely moves across oceans to somewhere new, leaving her established connections behind. With the right strategy, she has out-competed fellow candidates and negotiated her way up the salary ladder, opening the door for women after her. Her online consultancy prepares women to negotiate salaries and job offers, all while working to close the gender pay gap.This episode is perfect for anyone who is currently looking or planning to look for a new role by providing some steps to take while looking, interviewing, and negotiating your worth.  Website: www.monicarockstroh.comInstagram: www.instagram.com/monicarockstrohFacebook: www.facebook.com/monicarockstrohPrivate Facebook group (free to join): www.facebook.com/groups/monicascommunityTikTok: www.tiktok.com/@monicarockstrohLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/monicarockstroh/Midyear Raise Blog Post: https://www.monicarockstroh.com/blog/midyearraiseReach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.  

 On this week's episode, I had an amazing conversation with Marisa Santoro,  CEO and Founder, In Our Shoes™ and Gutsy Leadership™ Academy, and we talk about tangible ways you can be your authentic self while in the workplace and how to communicate with intention.Marisa is a former IT Executive on Wall Street who has over 21 years of experience in corporate roles and leadership.  She is the creator of The Gutsy Leadership System TM and founder of In Our Shoes TM, a professional development training and collaboration platform consisting of self-paced online courses and live training delivered through The Gutsy Leadership Academy TM, an online leadership school which promotes a global community for professionals to share their same struggles in a trusted safe environment. This is a great episode for those who want to learn how to lead better no matter there title or position as well as build on those interpersonal communication methods like email and meetings in the workplace. Find more information about Marisa and In Our Shoes TM:  https://inrshoes.com/  Reach out to Marisa:  marisa@inrshoes.comReach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.

On this week’s episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Joyce Morrison, who is an entrepreneur, community philanthropist, and beauty queen working and living in Dallas, TX. She earned the title of Mrs. Texas International for 2019 and raises awareness and funds for organizations like Vogel Alcove, Best Buddies, Go Red for Women (AHA), Pat & Emmitt Smith Charities, and the United Way. She also has spent the past eight years in the medical device industry. With this experience she and her husband started their own medical consulting company, cadaver lab, and cryotherapy spa. This episode is perfect for anyone who is leaning toward starting their own company, learning more about the pageant world, and looking for inspiration on how to continue pushing forward in their journey. Joyce’s webpage: https://joyce-morrison.com/ Or follow her on Instagram @joyce__morrisonReach out: leadintoitpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @leadintoitLogo Design: Kamry Rose Creative, kamryrosecreative@gmail.com   DISCLAIMER: Any opinions or comments made by the host, Sara Greco, and/or her guests are their own and not endorsed by any external entity.