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From Cap & Gown to Career: Navigating the Workforce with Curiosity
In this insightful episode, join Mary and Layci as they guide new graduates through the exciting yet often daunting transition from the academic world to the professi...
From Bin Baby to Director of Sales: feat. Blaine Heilman, newest member of the team!
In this episode of "Confessions of a Terrible Leader," Layci sits down with Blaine Heilman, the newest member of the Transcend Leadership Collective, to explore the re...
Gossip in the Workplace: How to Interrupt It, Manage It, and Survive It
In this high-impact, rapid-fire episode, Layci Nelson, founder of Transcend Leadership Collective, joins producer Mary Skop to take on one of the most persistent and t...
Mastering Stoic Empathy: Shermin Kruse on Leadership, Authenticity, and Overcoming Challenges
Welcome back to Confessions of a Terrible Leader! In this episode, Layci chats with the brilliant Shermin Kruse—an author, professor, and TEDx producer. Dive into Sher...
Unlocking Leadership Success: What Transcend Leadership Collective Can Do for You
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, host Layci Nelson and producer Mary Skop break down the comprehensive services offered by Transcend Leadership Col...
Embracing Challenges and Finding Purpose, feat. Terry Tucker of Motivational Check
Embracing Challenges and Finding Purpose, feat. Terry Tucker of Motivational CheckIn this episode of 'Confessions of a Terrible Leader,' Layci welcomes Terry Tucker, a...
Q&A: Can You Recession-Proof Your Business? What's Your Zombie Apocalypse Survival Plan?
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, host Layci Nelson and podcast producer Mary Skop dive into the topic of recession. They provide a layperson’s unde...
Breaking the Cycle: Identifying and Overcoming Toxic Work Cultures, feat. Suhein Beck
Breaking the Cycle: Identifying and Overcoming Toxic Work Cultures, feat. Suhein BeckIn this episode of 'Confessions of a Terrible Leader,' host Layci Nelson interview...
Steadying the Ship: Leadership During Times of Uncertainty
In this episode of 'Confessions of a Terrible Leader', host Layci Nelson and producer Mary Skop dive into the challenges leaders face during uncertain times, especiall...
Mapping Organizational DNA, feat. David Cohen of DS Cohen & Associates
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci welcomes David Cohen, an organizational behavior expert with a doctorate from Boston University and addition...
Q&A: What Makes a World Class Team?
Join Layci as she dives into the essential traits that define a world-class team. This episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader explores high-performance teams, hea...
From NASA Scientist to Holistic Healer: Mayim Vega's Transformative Journey
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci welcomes Mayim Vega, a former NASA computer scientist turned holistic life coach and entrepreneur. They disc...
The Power of the Pause: Leadership Lessons in Times of Crisis
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci and producer Mary reflect on the importance of vulnerability in leadership. Layci shares a poignant story ab...
Unmasking the Complexities of Leadership and Transformation, feat. Rachel Burr of Catamentum
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci engages in an enlightening conversation with executive coach and author Rachel Burr. They delve into Rachel'...
HR Blind Spots and Leadership Lessons, feat. Yara Banks, President & Founder of BNX Business Advisors
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci talks with Yara Banks, a seasoned HR professional and author of 'Executive Blind Spots: How Misalignment wit...
GIVEAWAY!! Launching Our YouTube Channel & Effective Annual Planning Strategies
Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'Confessions of a Terrible Leader' on YouTube! Join host Layci Nelson and producer Mary Skop as they discuss effective annual plann...
Special Announcement: YouTube launch AND a GIVEAWAY!
Hello, listeners! Producer Mary Skop here, just to say thank you so much for listening to Confessions of a Terrible Leader. We so appreciate you giving us some of your...
Transforming Customer Experience: Lessons from Lynn Daniel, founder and CEO of The Daniel Group
In this episode of Confessions of a Terrible Leader, Layci chats with Lynn Daniel, the CEO and founder of The Daniel Group. Lynn, a veteran in transforming customer jo...