Amplifying Leadership

Amplifying Leadership

by Tara Lehman

Management Careers

Tip Thursday With Tara - Stop Guessing. Start Aligning.

If you’ve ever thought, “My team knows the goals. I have told them multiple times,” but they still don't seem aligned with them or the vision, then this episode of the Amplifying Leadership podcast might be one to listen to. In this week’s Tip Thursday with Tara episode, we’re talking about a leadership blind spot that shows up more often than most leaders realize - assuming alignment and understanding. Just because the goals or vision have been communicated does not mean your team sees them the same way as you, or feels connected to them. In this episode, I share one simple but powerful shift: stop assuming and start asking. Learn how opening up a focused team conversation around your vision or goals can uncover gaps, strengthen clarity, and create real alignment. Goals and vision isn’t something you announce once and hope everyone follows...it is something you build with your team.

Embracing AI with guest John Munsell

AI isn’t just about robots taking over jobs. It's about helping teams work smarter, innovate faster, and make better decisions. But are we ready to use it wisely? Join Tara and her guest, John Munsell who is the CEO and Owner of Bizzuka, as they discuss how AI is transforming how organizations respond to change, offering both typical benefits, like streamlining workflows, and unexpected opportunities for innovation. But its adoption isn’t just about technology; it’s about people, processes, and culture. Training teams in AI helps them leverage these tools without fear. Rather than replacing employees, AI can free them for higher-value work, expand organizational capacity, and support critical thinking. By addressing risks and encouraging human judgment, leaders can ensure AI drives growth while keeping teams confident and engaged. Enjoy the episode! John Munsell has been involved in digital marketing, software development, and AI for over 40 years. John has dedicated thousands of hours to mastering AI technologies. This led to the creation of the AI Strategy Canvas® and Scalable Prompt Engineering™. John provided code "amplify" for the free offer in the podcast. https://ingrain.ai/ingrain-ai-the-sequel/

Tip Thursday With Tara - Make Strategic Thinking a Habit

Most professionals don’t struggle with understanding strategic thinking. They often struggle with using it consistently. In this week’s Tip Thursday with Tara, Tara explores how to make strategic thinking a consistent part of your day, not just something you set aside time for. Many professionals understand its importance, but struggle to apply it in the middle of full schedules and constant demands. In this episode, Tara shares a simple, practical shift that helps you build strategic thinking into what you’re already doing, so your decisions become more intentional and aligned without adding more to your plate. Want to go deeper? You can find an extended Tip Thursday With Tara in our community Inner Circle. You can learn more about the Amplifying Leadership Circle Community and access a 14-day free trial for the Inner Circle here: amplifyingleadership.ca/community-info.

Adaptability, Diversity, Resilience, and Nature with guest Ines Garcia

Why do some teams bounce back stronger after chaos while others crumble? The answer might surprise you. In this episode with author and CEO, Ines Garcia, we explore how adaptability, resilience, and diversity intersect to help leaders and teams thrive through change. We dive into the lessons nature offers when facing challenges, showing how its principles can guide personal and organizational growth. We discuss diversity not just as a value, but as a design principle that strengthens culture, drives innovation, and helps organizations move forward after setbacks. You’ll learn why staying still in times of change can actually set you back, and how intentional strategies such as: thoughtful communication, structured approaches, and cultivating the right conditions, can accelerate growth and adaptability. Tune in for actionable insights on leveraging diversity, embracing change, seeking answers from nature and building resilience, so you and your team can not only survive challenges but thrive in the face of them. Ines Garcia is an Agile and Climate Coach, Salesforce MVP Hall of Fame, and author of Nature's Blueprint for Business (Routledge, 2025). She helps organisations deliver better value while reducing waste: for people, products and the planet. Find more information on Ines and her work at: http://www.inesgarcia.me/

Tip Thursday With Tara - The 3-Minute Strategic Pause

Are you making decisions that actually move you toward your professional or organizational vision, or just reacting to what’s urgent hoping you make the right choice? In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, we explore how a simple 3-minute strategic pause can strengthen your strategic thinking and help your decisions align with your leadership or professional vision. Hear a real-world example of how pausing before acting creates clarity, reduces stress, and ensures your choices support the bigger picture you’re building. Tune in to start thinking more strategically and leading with intention in every decision.

The Quiet Power Revolution with guest Michelle J Howe

What if the most powerful way to lead isn’t loud or flashy, but quiet, intentional, and fully your own? In this guest episode of Amplifying Leadership, Michelle J Howe, CEO and Founder of Empath Evolution, explores what it really means to lead authentically and introduces the Quiet Power Revolution - a shift away from loud, performative leadership toward a more grounded, natural approach. We dive into self-leadership, the importance of leading by example, and how to engage your team by understanding their strengths and helping them feel genuinely valued. Michelle also breaks down the difference between deep thinking and overthinking, and why “good enough” often beats perfection. She wraps up by sharing her personal formula for success - rooted in self-awareness, intentional action, and leading in a way that truly fits who you are. Michelle J Howe, Founder and CEO, Empath Evolution www.empathevolution.com Integrating Intellect & Perception Into Embodied Authority.

Authentic Leadership Blueprint with guest Jon Sheldon

Unlock the secrets to becoming a truly authentic leader. In this episode, with our guest Jon Sheldon, Founder and Coach of Belleauwood Coaching, we discuss four essential components of the blueprint to help you define leadership on your own terms. Discover a structured approach for clarifying what leadership means to you, and explore common challenges leaders face along with practical strategies to overcome them. Learn why alignment is critical for sustainable success. We also dive into the power of communication and how it fuels trust, engagement, and clarity across teams. Whether you’re new to leadership or looking to refine your style, this episode provides actionable strategies to step confidently into your authentic leadership journey. Tune in and start leading with purpose, clarity, and impact.

Tip Thursday with Tara - When It Is Time to Evolve

What do you do when something you built no longer fits the direction you’re meant to lead? In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, I share the leadership lesson behind our decision to close Twin Life Coaching and move forward fully with Amplifying Leadership as a standalone company.. If you’ve ever felt stuck between what you’ve always done and what you know you’re meant to do next, this conversation will help you recognize the signs it’s time to evolve, refocus your leadership, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

The Leadership Key = Active Listening with guest Emma Collyer

The leadership skill most leaders overlook but can transform teams? Active listening. In this episode, with our guest Emma Collyer, Owner of Aspire Executive Coaching, we dive into what active listening really is, why it’s crucial for solving problems and building trust, and how curiosity, the “awkward pause,” and avoiding assumptions can strengthen your team culture. You’ll discover how missing this skill can lead to miscommunication and disengagement, and why leaders who truly listen get to the root of issues faster. Plus, we share practical strategies to start listening - and leading - better today, helping you create a workplace where people feel heard, respected, and motivated.

Tip Thursday with Tara - Decisions and Emotions

Ever felt stuck making a big decision at work, waiting for the ‘perfect’ time or information? This week on Tip Thursday with Tara, we explore how emotions can hijack your decision-making, and what every leader needs to know to stay clear-headed and move their team forward. In this episode, we dive into decision-making for leaders and how emotions can unexpectedly influence your choices. You’ll get practical leadership tips for managing emotions at work, avoiding analysis paralysis, and keeping your team moving forward with confidence. Perfect for leaders and managers looking to make better, faster decisions without letting feelings take control.

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