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The Set to Lead Podcast hosted by Mary Ann Samedi is a mentoring platform for emerging and current front-line and middle managers who want to position themselves to be workplace influencers. The podcast is one of the many leadership resources provided at www.settolead.com, a well respected online l…

Set to Lead Podcast


    • Apr 30, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 103 EPISODES


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    70. Leadership Lessons from the Philadelphia Eagles with Suhaiba Neill

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 25:37


    Listen as Suhaiba Neill shares leadership insights we can borrow from the Philadelphia Eagles. As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    69. Future Proofing Your Career with Lori Cunningham

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 4:33


    In this episode, Mary Ann Samedi co-hosts with Lori Cunningham. The episode explores a quick insight on how to future-proof your career in a world where yesterday's skills are becoming obsolete.As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    68. The Blame Game Is Killing Your Reputation with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2025 7:13


    In this episode, Mary Ann Samedi explores the detrimental impact of playing the blame game as a leader. As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    67. Healing Is an Inside Job with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 7:18


    In this episode, Mary Ann Samedi explores the transformative truth that healing starts within. ​​​​​​​As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    66. Fixing Workplace Lonliness with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 7:17


    In this episode, Mary Ann Samedi explains why workplace loneliness is more common than you think, and how it's affecting your leadership and team dynamics.Whether you're a leader or a team member, the isolation can creep in, but here's the truth: it doesn't have to stay that way.Tune in and explore how to break the cycle, build stronger connections, and make your workplace a place where no one feels like they're on an island. As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    65. Input Is Your Secret Power Move with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 7:40


    In this episode, Mary Ann Samedi busts the myth that asking for input is a sign of weakness. Spoiler alert—it's actually your secret power move! Discover why reaching out to your team for insights makes you a stronger, more respected leader and how tapping into their perspectives can elevate your decision-making game. From real-life scenarios to actionable tips, she's breaking down how asking for input builds trust, boosts morale, and leads to better outcomes for everyone. Tune in and learn how to turn your team's voices into your biggest leadership asset! As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    64. Embracing Different Minds in The Workplace with Rebecca Prejean

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2024 41:41


    Listen as Rebecca Prejean share insights on how to embrace neurodiversity in the workplace. As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.  

    63. Surviving A Narcissistic Boss with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 5:34


    Listen as Mary Ann Samedi shares a quick sound bite on how to survive and thrive working with a narcissistic boss.As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders. If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    62. We All See Color with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2024 6:18


    Listen as Mary Ann Samedi discusses micro aggression and a common statement, “I don't see color.” As host of the Set to Lead Podcast, Mary Ann creates a mentoring space to listen to critical conversations with workplace leaders.  If you are an emerging or current leader looking to bypass setbacks or learn from the success and mistakes of others, you have a front row seat right here. For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com. Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    61. Elevating Your Executive Presence with Loreta Tarozaite

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2024 33:11


    Listen as Loreta Tarozaite discusses ways to elevate your executive presence. Tune in and learn the following:  >How a lack of executive presence can hinder career advancement>Benefits that come from improving your executive leader's presence>If a strong presence is reserved for more assertive types>How cultural norms shape our understanding of leadership charisma >Difference between male and female perceptions of executive presence>Ways remote work and virtual meetings affect perceptions of executive presenceAs Founder and CEO of Loreta Today, Loreta Tarozaite helps companies and leaders unlock the visibility, authority, and impact they want most. With over 20 years of combined experience in broadcast journalism, video storytelling, corporate marketing, and communications strategy development, Loreta has dedicated her career to helping organizations and their leaders elevate their personal brand and create a powerful, consistent, authentic presence across all touchpoints. She calls herself “a Swiss Army knife for turning chaos into order.”For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    60. Hiring Right with Caroline Pennington

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2024 28:38


    Listen as Caroline Pennington discusses recruitment tips and trick for small and large businesses. Tune in and learn the following: >How small business owners and nonprofit leaders can tailor their recruitment strategies to align with the specific goals and challenges associated with each stage of their organization's growth.> Steps to foster a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace.>Strategies to leverage remote work trends in your recruitment approach and how to deal with the challenges.>Ways to streamline the recruitment process to be efficient on a limited budget.>The impact the gig economy has on the employer-employee relationship.Caroline Pennington is a seasoned Executive Recruiter and Podcast Host of Feminine Founder. She is passionate about connecting talented individuals with top-tier organizations and thrives on finding the perfect match. Caroline has partnered with companies ranging from small businesses to Fortune 500, Nonprofit and Government organizations all throughout the United States.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com. Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    59. Setting the Right Culture with Chellie Phillips

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 29:01


    Chellie Phillips discusses the complexities and nuances of organizational culture. Tune in and learn the following: -Why organizational culture is crucial for a business's success.-The top 3 poor behaviors from a leadership team in a poor culture. -Discuss if a company can have a 'one-size-fits-all' culture. -How cultivating a 'fun' or 'innovative' culture may overlook other essential culture elements.-How can organizational culture be maintained and strengthened when employees are geographically dispersed.-Specific tactics leaders can leverage to ensure that the chosen culture is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging for employees with varied backgrounds and perspectives. -How leaders can encourage constructive disagreement while maintaining a cohesive culture. Chellie Phillips is on a mission to help others tune in to what makes them great, package it properly, and use their existing skillset to find the path to their highest potential. She's developed award-winning employee engagement programs which have received national recognition and are now being modeled across the United States and she works with corporate leaders to design and create a company culture encouraging employee support, growth, and community.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com. Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    58. ChatGPT for CEOs With Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2023 8:22


    As the business landscape evolves, so do the tools at our disposal. Join us as Mary Ann Samedi unveils a few ways in which ChatGPT can be a game-changer for CEOs seeking to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation within their organizations. Making this brief episode a must-listen for CEOs, leaders, and anyone passionate about shaping the workplace of tomorrow.Don't miss out on this eye-opening episode that explores the innovative ways in which ChatGPT can revolutionize team dynamics, elevate company culture, and improve decision making. Subscribe, tune in, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of business and technology!Coach Mary Ann is a podcast host and advocate, AI adopter, facilitator, leadership coach, author, and talent development expert who helps teams perform at their peak. She has a deep commitment to elevate leaders, professionals, and teams to help them play bigger in their work and in their lives. Coach Mary Ann speaks on a variety of topics that support podcasting, AI, and team leadership and development.For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com. Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    57. Building Your Personal Brand with Jessica Yarbrough

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2023 25:07


    Jessica Yarbrough discusses ways to establish a personal brand for success. Tune in and learn the following: -Definition of personal branding. -Ways to create a brand that resonates without sacrificing your privacy or personal boundaries.-Strategies to incorporate your passions and personal interests into your brand.-Determining the right level of authenticity to share with your audience.-How to ensure your personal brand remains genuine and distinct in a landscape that's becoming increasingly automated. -How you can prevent your personal brand from being compromised by a single mistake and recover from a branding setback.Jessica Yarbrough has quickly developed a reputation of being one of the best business strategists for coaches and consultants who want to sell and scale ultra-high-end services. Her background is in international business and she has built multiple companies. She is a genius at showing entrepreneurs how to build an expert platform, rapidly raise their value, build credibility and attract high-paying clients. Contact Information: https://jessicayarbrough.com/For more ways to lead yourself and teams better, follow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    56. Boundaries Matter: Best Phrase for Awkward Situations by Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 4:40


    Join Mary Ann Samedi as she continues the Set to Lead Podcast series called Boundaries Matter. In this series, she will personally dive into the world of boundary setting and its profound impact on work and personal relationships. In this episode, she talks about why it's alright to say 'I'm Not Comfortable' when setting boundaries at work.For more ways to lead yourself and others better, tollow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.Set to Lead Podcast is produced by www.thesmartsolopreneur.com.

    55. Boundaries Matter: Setting Limits for a Happier Life with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 8:54


    Join Mary Ann Samedi as she kicks off a Set to Lead Podcast series called Boundaries Matter. In this series, she will personally dive into the world of boundary setting and its profound impact on work and personal relationships. In this episode, she begins the series by covering the benefits of setting healthy boundaries. For more ways to lead yourself and others better, tollow the show and the various leadership resources shared at www.settolead.com.

    54. CEO Best Practices with Daniel Felt

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2023 34:01


    Daniel Felt discusses ways to best develop your team for company success.

    53. Winning Hiring Strategies with Diana George

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 28:56


    Listen to HR expert, Diana George share best in class hiring tips for any growing business.

    52. The Dark Side of Being Positive with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 6:16


    51. What CEOs Want From Remote Team Members with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 6:15


    If you are a CEO or leader, learn how to describe to team members how they can show initiative and grow your business.

    50. Strategies for Taking Criticism Less Personally with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 4:50


    Mary Ann Samedi shares helpful strategies on how to take criticism less personally in life and in the workplace.

    49. Building Professional Courage as Black Professionals with Darryl Mobley

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 36:28


    Darryl Mobley discusses how to build courage as a black professional in the workplace.

    48. How to Support Your Mental Wellbeing with Dr. Courtney Williams

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2022 30:06


    Dr. Courtney Williams discusses how to support mental health in the workplace and all walks of life.

    47. Equipping Faith Based Leaders in the Workplace with Mike Henry Sr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 15:56


    Mike Henry Sr. talks about equipping faith-based leaders in the workplace.

    46. Integrity in Leadership with Robby DAngelo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 25:39


    Robby D'Angelo chats about being honest, trustworthy, and reliable in the leadership space.

    45. How to Say No and Still Be Likeable with Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2022 22:37


    Listen to Nancy Schnoebelen Imbs discuss how to say no in the workplace and still succeed.

    44. Becoming a People Person with Mary Ann Samedi (Minisode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 7:03


    43. Leading Through The Pain with Mary Ann Samedi (Minisode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2022 5:54


    Listen to Mary Ann Samedi discuss key principles to lead yourself through challenging situations.

    42. Leading Distributed Teams with Mary Ann Samedi (Minisode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2022 7:21


    41. Managing Explosive Emotions with Mary Ann Samedi (Minisode)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 6:39


    In this minisode, Mary Ann Samedi, Set to Lead host speaks about managing explosive emotions in the workplace.

    40. How to Build a Startup Super Team with Mani Themadathil

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2021 26:19


    Get tips from Mani Themadathil at ideaintro.in about how to grow a startup team.

    39. Surviving a Startup with Steven Hoffman

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2021 35:28


    Listen to Steven Hoffman talk about how to position yourself for startup success.

    38. Leading Strategic Change Using Polarity Thinking with Wanda Savage-Moore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2021 14:17


    Listen to Wanda Savage Moore discuss the benefits of using polarity thinking to lead strategic change.

    37. The Work Overload Dilemma with Mary Ann Samedi

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 3:45


    Listen to Mary Ann Samedi share her bite-sized tip on how to better pace assignments and the volume of work assigned to team members.

    36. Leading a Successful Family Business with Nike Anani

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 33:56


    35. Navigating Career Change with Tony Martignetti

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2021 15:04


    Tony Martignetti stops by to discuss how to navigate what to do next or different in your career.

    34. Effective Leadership is About Who not What with Tim Spiker

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 39:51


    Listen to Tim Spiker discuss how effective leadership is about who we are and not what we do.

    33. Teams Run on Trust with Jason Treu

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2021 36:37


    Jason Treu discusses trust building techniques to ensure people buy into the future state and how to get there.

    32. How to Adapt in a Changing World with Ira Wolfe

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2021 25:52


    Ira Wolfe shares the stages of adaptability and how to thrive to thrive and sustain through change.

    31. How to Lead a Successful Project with Clint Padgett

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 36:08


    How leaders can manage a successful project.

    31. How to Lead a Successful Project with Clint Padgett

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 36:08


    How leaders can manage a successful project.

    30. Crisis Leadership and Forging Forward with David Nour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2020 42:36


    Learn how to uncover new growth opportunities even in crisis. Explore strategic ways to rethink your present and design your future as a leader and an organization.

    30. Crisis Leadership and Forging Forward with David Nour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2020 42:36


    Learn how to uncover new growth opportunities even in crisis. Explore strategic ways to rethink your present and design your future as a leader and an organization.

    29. Inspiring Inclusion in the Workplace with Julie Kratz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 27:34


    29. Inspiring Inclusion in the Workplace with Julie Kratz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2020 27:34


    28. Patient Advocacy Tips and Encouragement for Caregivers with Andrea Wilson Woods

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 34:11


    28. Patient Advocacy Tips and Encouragement for Caregivers with Andrea Wilson Woods

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2020 34:11


    27. Bullying in the Workplace with Matt Paknis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 28:58


    Learn how to address adult bullying in the workplace.

    27. Bullying in the Workplace with Matt Paknis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 28:58


    Learn how to address adult bullying in the workplace.

    26. Managing Conflict in The Workplace with Liz Kislik

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 36:34


    Liz Kislik discusses how to manage conflict in the workplace.

    26. Managing Conflict in The Workplace with Liz Kislik

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 36:34


    Liz Kislik discusses how to manage conflict in the workplace.

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