In episode 102, we’re talking about what happens when you know exactly what to do, but still can’t seem to take action.

You’ve mapped out your strategy, set your goals, and even blocked the time, yet the work that truly moves things forward keeps getting pushed aside. This episode explores the resistance patterns that show up when fear, comfort, or overthinking start running the show and how to move from knowing to leading.

I share client examples of leaders and founders who had clear plans but struggled to delegate, make difficult decisions, or follow through and what shifted once they addressed the emotional and structural barriers behind their resistance.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why resistance, not strategy, is often the reason execution stall

• How to recognize when comfort work is keeping you stuck

• The role of fear and discomfort in delaying leadership decisions

• Why structure and accountability create momentum where pressure doesn’t

• Practical steps to turn “I know what to do” into “I’m doing it”

Key Takeaways:

• Resistance hides behind logic, it’s not a strategy gap

• Knowing what to do isn’t the same as leading through it

• Fear and discomfort don’t disappear, you learn to move with them

• You don’t need more pressure; you need structure and support

• Small, consistent action builds the confidence to follow through

Chapters:

00:00 Resistance to Action Blocks Strategic Growth

02:40 Letting Go: Delegation, Identity, and Priorities

07:02 Coaching Tough Conversations About Performance

10:47 Structure and Accountability Prevent Progress Stalls

12:41 From Strategy to Action: Timelines, Milestones, and Emotions

In episode 101, we’re talking about how to lead through growth without getting lost in the day-to-day.

When your business or team is expanding, it’s easy to fall into old patterns, doing everything yourself, staying deep in the weeds, and reacting instead of leading. But what worked when you were building from day one won’t sustain your next chapter of growth.

I share client stories and coaching insights on what it means to evolve as a leader: learning to delegate, building trust in your team, and creating systems that support strategy instead of chaos. You’ll learn how to shift from “doer” to decision-maker and create space for the vision your business needs you to hold.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why staying stuck in early-stage habits limits your growth

• How to delegate effectively without losing control

• The importance of communication cadences and clear priorities for your team

• What it looks like to lead from strategy instead of reaction

• Why growth requires a new version of you and how to step into it

Key Takeaways:

• Growth requires evolving how you lead, not just what you do

• Delegation builds trust, scalability, and space for vision

• Creating structure helps you focus on strategy, not firefighting

• Leadership is about direction, not doing

• You can’t evolve your business without evolving yourself

Chapters:

00:00 Shifting from Daily Tasks to Strategic Leadership

04:07 Delegation Is Essential for Scalable Growth

07:42 Create Cadence, Guidelines, and Trust for Autonomy

11:27 Hire for Strengths and Delegate Weaknesses

13:16 Define Goals, Systems, and an Evolving Leadership Identity
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In episode 100, we’re talking about how trying new things, no matter how small, teaches you about belief, confidence, and growth.

Every time you do something for the first time, your brain rewires itself to see new possibilities. Whether it’s taking a class, reaching out to someone new, or simply doing something that scares you, these firsts build self-trust and make uncertainty feel less intimidating.

I share personal stories and client examples of how small experiments lead to big shifts, along with the neuroscience behind why trying new things actually helps you feel braver, more creative, and more confident.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why first-time experiences rewire the brain and reduce fear

• How to prioritize experience over mastery when learning something new

• Why small outreach actions often lead to unexpected collaborations

• How taking imperfect action builds self-trust and confidence

• Why solo experiences strengthen your ability to make bold decisions

Key Takeaways:

• Growth starts with small firsts, not perfect plans

• Action builds confidence faster than preparation

• Trying new things trains your brain to embrace uncertainty

• Self-trust comes from experience, not just belief

• Curiosity fuels consistency and long-term growth

Chapters:

• 00:00 Why First-Time Experiences Rewire the Brain

• 05:11 Prioritizing Experience Over Mastery

• 10:39 Small Outreach Actions Can Become Collaborations

• 15:05 Action Beats Perfection to Build Self-Trust

• 18:17 Solo Experiences Strengthen Confidence

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In episode 99, we’re talking about what happens when you’re the one holding everything together, but no one sees it.

Whether you’re the go-to person on your team, the emotional glue in your family, or the one who fixes every problem before it’s noticed, this episode explores how invisible over-functioning can lead to burnout, resentment, and missed opportunities for growth.

I share client stories and coaching insights about what happens when doing “everything” doesn’t lead to recognition, and how to start resetting expectations, boundaries, and visibility so your effort actually moves you forward.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why invisible over-functioning hurts your visibility and your career

• How to clarify your role so you can stop doing work that no one sees

• The cost of being the “go-to” person for everything—and how to break that loop

• How boundaries (or “guidelines”) create room for leadership and strategic work

• A client example of creating a visibility plan that led to a promotion

Key Takeaways:

• Recognition requires visibility, not just hard work

• Over-functioning isn’t leadership—it’s unsustainable

• Boundaries protect your energy and your reputation

• Visibility conversations lead to advancement opportunities

• You don’t have to burn it all down to make a change, just start with one small reset

Chapters:

00:46 Invisible Over-Functioning Hurts Career Visibility

04:11 Clarifying Roles to Prevent Burnout

06:50 Extra Work Erodes Boundaries and Sustainability

10:53 Redefining Boundaries to Lead Strategically

18:01 Visibility Plan Leads to Promotion

18:42 Resetting Scope Through Small, Concrete Steps

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In episode 98, we’re talking about the reason you might feel stuck or “confused” about your next move. Most of the time, confusion isn’t about not knowing, it’s about fear.

Whether it’s fear of disappointing others, making the wrong choice, or stepping into something uncertain, what we often label as confusion is really a way of avoiding discomfort. In this episode, I share how to identify the difference between genuine uncertainty and emotional avoidance and what to do when overthinking keeps you from moving forward.

In this episode, I cover:

• Why confusion often masks fear and indecision

• How “research mode” becomes a way to delay taking action

• The connection between fear, perfectionism, and safety for women and women of color

• How to narrow down multiple options by using your values as a filter

• Why commitment, not clarity, creates confidence and momentum

You’ll hear client stories about navigating career pivots, side businesses, and big life decisions, and how choosing a direction, even when it’s imperfect, always leads to greater clarity than waiting ever could.

If you’ve been circling the same decisions, hoping to feel “ready,” this episode will help you recognize what’s really holding you back and take your next step with confidence.

Key Takeaways:

• Confusion is often fear in disguise

• Commitment creates clarity, not the other way around

• You don’t need more research, you need one clear action

• Discomfort is part of growth, not a sign to stop

• Trusting your decision-making changes everything

Chapters:

00:00 Understanding Confusion as Avoidance

09:47 Overcoming Analysis Paralysis from Too Many Options

17:50 Commitment as a Catalyst for Clarity

25:45 Next Steps and Reflection

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In episode 97, I’m joined by Errika S. Brooks, founder of Gen Z Times (GZT), a platform created to amplify and empower Gen Z by helping them navigate career challenges, build meaningful connections, and define success in their own way.

With over seven years of experience across higher education, nonprofit leadership, and youth-focused partnerships, Errika blends strategy, creativity, and student development to design spaces that reflect the needs and values of Gen Z, especially BIPOC and LGBTQ+ audiences. As a youth advocate, community strategist, and Gen Z’s biggest cheerleader, she brings an authentic and heart-centered perspective to every conversation about connection and belonging.

Together, we explore how Gen Z is redefining networking, moving beyond the question “What do you do?” toward authentic, community-driven connection. Networking has long been seen as awkward or transactional, but Gen Z is shifting that narrative by focusing on shared interests, values, and belonging. Errika shares how her After 5 Experiment networking events help people connect without the pressure of titles or business cards and what professionals of all generations can learn from this human-centered approach to building relationships.

In this episode, I cover:

• How Gen Z is moving beyond the question “What do you do?”

• Why authentic networking starts with shared humanity, not hierarchy

• What it looks like to create safety and inclusion in professional spaces

• How to network across, not just up, and why peer connections matter

• The mindset shift needed to make networking feel natural instead of forced

Key Takeaways:

• Networking doesn’t have to be transactional—it can start with friendship

• You don’t need to “network up” to grow; building across your peers matters just as much

• Authenticity and inclusion make spaces safer and more effective for everyone

• Community and consistency are key to meaningful connections

Chapters:

00:12 Guest Introduction and Networking Shift

02:32 Errika Brooks’s Career Journey

05:39 Critique of Prescriptive Networking

09:14 Gen Z Networking Principles

12:53 DC Networking Experiment Format

17:52 Prompt Effects and Accessibility

22:37 Networking as Peer Community

26:53 Alignment, Career Pivots, and Next Steps

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In episode 96, we’re talking about how to make bold career moves without spiraling into overthinking or second-guessing every step.

Big decisions, whether it’s pivoting industries, leaving corporate, or starting a business, will always come with fear and uncertainty. That’s why I use a framework with my clients called the ABC Plan, designed to help you name what you really want, prepare for the hard moments, and create the safety net you need to move forward with confidence.

In this episode, I cover:

• How to define your Plan A, your boldest vision, without worrying about practicality

• Why creating a Plan B helps you navigate the messy middle when things get tough

• How Plan C builds the psychological safety to take risks without panic

• Real client stories of making big career pivots, from corporate jobs to new cities and businesses

• Practical ways to reduce stress, detach from outcomes, and keep momentum even when challenges show up

If you’ve been stuck in hesitation or caught in loops of “what ifs,” this episode will show you how to ground your decisions in clarity and create the confidence to finally move forward.

Key Takeaways:

• Your boldest goals must be named before they can be achieved

• Challenges are inevitable, prepare for them instead of quitting when they come

• A safety net creates the confidence to take calculated risks

• Detaching from outcomes helps you show up with clarity and energy

Chapters:

00:00 ABC Plan: Define Plan A Vision

04:06 Start with a Bold Desired Outcome

06:41 Plan B: Prepare for Hard Moments

09:50 Navigating the Messy Middle

15:04 Plan C: Build Psychological Safety

18:28 Managing Uncertainty with a Safety Net

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So many people sit on a side business idea for months or even years because they think they need the perfect plan before taking the first step.

If you’ve been circling your idea, asking yourself if you’re “ready,” or stuck in research mode, this episode is your reminder that clarity comes from action, not overthinking.

I’m sharing client stories and my own experience of waiting too long to start, along with the practical steps I now guide clients through to move from hesitation into momentum.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why hesitation and self-doubt keep you stuck in the “what ifs”

• How to start small by offering one simple service with skills you already have

• The first concrete steps to test your idea with real feedback instead of procrastinating

• How to identify your first clients and where to find them

• Why consistency, not intensity, is what builds a sustainable side business

If you’ve been sitting on an idea but don’t know where to start, this episode will help you move forward with clarity, strategy, and energy that lasts.

Key Takeaways:

• The first version of your business won’t be the final version, start anyway

• You don’t need a perfect plan, you need one clear step

• Testing with real people builds clarity faster than more research

• Consistency is what creates momentum

Chapters:

00:00 Internal Hesitation Blocking Side Businesses

03:17 Start Small Using Existing Expertise

07:38 Concrete First Steps to Avoid Procrastination

11:17 Define Ideal Client and Test Reach Channels

13:50 Start Small and Protect Energy

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