THIS Leader Podcast
with Claire Laughlin
THIS Leader podcast explores the transformational, high-impact secrets that turn ordinary people (like you!) into extraordinary leaders!
Leadership transformation awaits!
I'll show you how to navigate complex challenges and improve your impact. Join me each week for real talk about leadership that works in the real world.
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I see you, leader...
Let me guess - your to-do list is a mile long, your team needs support, and you're wondering how you'll get it all done without working another late night?
I get it. I've spent 20 years working with leaders just like you who are trying to do it all (and feeling pretty exhausted in the process).
Here's the thing - it doesn't have to be this way.
I love helping dedicated leaders like you find a better way to lead. One that doesn't require superhuman energy or 60-hour workweeks!
You know what I've discovered? Most leadership advice sounds great in theory but falls apart in the real world of back-to-back meetings and constant fires to put out. That's why I focus on practical solutions that actually work.
Think of my podcast as your weekly leadership toolkit - full of bite-sized strategies you can try out right away. Pop in your earbuds during your morning walk or weekend chores, and let's tackle:
- Building teams that don't need constant hand-holding
- Delegating work (and actually trusting it'll get done right)
- Creating breathing room on your calendar
- Leading in a way that energizes you instead of burning you out
Join me each week for real talk about leadership that works in the real world.
Because you deserve to be the kind of leader who builds great teams AND has time for family dinners, workout sessions, and even a full night's sleep!
Ready to transform your leadership journey? Hit subscribe and let's get started. Your future self (and your team) will thank you!
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Hi! I'm your host.
Claire Laughlin, MA, Organizational Development ConsultantÂ
Hi! I'm Claire Laughlin, and I love helping leaders like you create workplaces where people truly thrive. For over two decades, I've been rolling up my sleeves alongside teams and organizations, using hands-on methods that actually work (because let's face it - theory only gets you so far!).
What lights me up? Watching leaders discover their potential, teams learn to communicate in ways that build trust, and organizations transform into places where people genuinely want to be. With an MA in my toolkit and 20+ years of management experience, I bring practical know-how to every challenge.
I specialize in teaching leaders how to engage their teams, helping managers become more effective facilitators, and showing people how to work better together. I'm also a master facilitator for the Six Types of Working Genius® - a fantastic tool that helps you understand and leverage your natural talents.
My approach? It's all about meeting you where you are and finding solutions that fit your real-world challenges. As a listener to my podcast, you'll walk away with practical strategies that create lasting change.
Want to build a more engaged, energized workplace? Follow along on the THIS Leader Podcast on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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Latest Episodes
Episode #45
The End of the Year Ritual
What if you could end this year with clarity instead of chaos?
In this episode, I'm sharing my favorite end-of-year ritual—a simple but powerful reflection process that transforms lessons learned into actionable guidelines for the year ahead. Whether you're flying solo or leading a team, this framework will help you identify what truly matters and plan for the wins that will energize you most.
Episode #44
Leading Your Team Through Change
Your team is looking to you to guide them through change, and that can feel like a lot of pressure when you're navigating your own uncertainty. In this episode, you'll learn how to be the buffer your team needs while addressing their deepest concerns about status, certainty, autonomy, connection, and fairness. This episode gives you a practical framework to help your people navigate their threat responses.
Episode #43
Navigating Change
I had a bit of a breakdown last week - snapped at my husband over something that really wasn't about him at all. Turns out, when you're navigating multiple changes (even good ones!), your brain is working overtime in ways you don't realize.
I'll walk you through what's happening when change hits, and give you a simple exercise to map what you're carrying so you can actually take care of yourself through it.
Episode #42
A Love Letter to Life: A Thanksgiving Reflection
In this episode, I share a simple practice that changed everything for me—one that helps you notice the beauty already surrounding you and naturally extends to genuine gratitude for the people in your life. This isn't about forced gratitude or toxic positivity. It's about training yourself to see what's right and good, so you can lead with more hope, resilience, and joy.
Episode #41
Finding Your Inner Drive with Stephanie Sonnenshine
Are you doing it because you can... or because you want to? In this episode, Stephanie shares the moment she recognized her drive for achievement was leading her somewhere she hadn't planned to go, and how to tell the difference between pursuing something because you think you should versus because it genuinely lights you up.
Episode #40
Hidden Opportunities: Strategic Career Rebranding with Sherri Thomas
Award-winning author and Forbes writer Sherri Thomas shares how she successfully rebranded herself four times across different industries—including a career move that earned her a 56% salary increase. Discover opportunities hiding in plain sight and learn how to position yourself for growth.
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