It’s only lonely at the top if you let it be. In this episode, Dennis and Lisa share 8 practical tips for building a strong inner circle. You’ll discover how to lean into vulnerability, embrace accountability, and fuel both personal and professional growth. You don’t have to carry the weight of life all on your own!

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

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The Leadership Roundtable™

Is your greatest enemy the voice in your head? In this episode, Dennis and Lisa unpack why that voice shows up, how it sabotages your happiness, and eight practical ways to quiet the noise so you can live with courage and authenticity. You’ll also hear about a top resource for high-performers who struggle with a harsh inner critic.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

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Leadership 101

Ever met an adult who doesn’t act like one? In this episode, Dennis and Lisa unpack what it really means to own your adulthood. You’ll learn how to step out of fear, control, and insecurity so you can show up as the wise, grounded leader your team needs.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Emotionally Intelligent: Guided Course + Group Coaching Experience

The Leadership Roundtable™

The Emotional Regulator Mini Course

Successful people have a positive outlook, but that doesn’t mean they avoid or ignore the negative realities of life. Instead, they know how to face the mess with emotional resilience. In this episode, Dennis and Lisa explore how all-or-nothing thinking, self-judgment, and unrealistic expectations quietly hold you back from real growth.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Emotionally Intelligent: Guided Course + Group Coaching Experience

Feel like you're responsible for everyone else’s happiness? In this episode, Dennis and Lisa share 13 warning signs that you need healthier boundaries. You'll learn how to say no with confidence, prioritize your own needs (without guilt!), and protect the relationships that matter most.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Emotionally Intelligent: Guided Course + Group Coaching Experience

The 8 Qualities of Drama Free Teams

The Leadership Roundtable™

What keeps us from building deep, fulfilling relationships? In this episode, Dennis and Lisa explore how internal barriers like shame, pride, and unprocessed pain can silently sabotage your ability to collaborate with others. You’ll discover how to get unstuck, create safe spaces, and experience the kind of connection you've been craving.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Emotionally Intelligent: Guided Course + Group Coaching Experience

FREE Stress Converter

The Leadership Roundtable™

Keynotes and Workshops

What if the secret to keeping your team isn’t really about retention at all? In this episode, Dennis and Lisa reveal why focusing on loyalty and appreciation is the real key to reducing turnover. You’ll hear how small, simple fixes can create a workplace people never want to leave. Ready to put these ideas into action? Start the Results-Focused Team Challenge today at the link below.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

FREE Results-Focused Team Challenge

Keynotes and Workshops

Stop wasting time and money due to poor collaboration. In this episode, Dennis and Lisa reveal how to tap into your team’s superpowers, peel back the layers of vague complaints, and uncover specific solutions for your most pressing problems. You’ll also learn how to tolerate healthy tension, multiply results, and apply the 80% rule to keep up momentum.

The Leadership Development Group is a consulting firm led by Dennis and Lisa McIntee that exists to help you create a better work culture through drama free strategies, leadership coaching, and training. Since 2005, they have helped over 2,000 companies become drama free and significantly increase their productivity as a result. Discover the freedom of a better work culture today at leadershipdevgroup.com.

Resources Mentioned in the Episode:

Collaboration Team Workshops

Keynotes on Collaboration

FREE Results-Focused Team Challenge

The 6 Types of Working Genius

Leadership 101