THIS Leader Podcast
Episode 01: Welcome to THIS Leader
February 17, 2025
In our premiere episode, we explore what makes a true leader. We dive into how leadership starts with understanding your impact on others and making the choice to make that impact positive. You'll walk away with a practical exercise to help you step more fully into your leadership potential.
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Are you constantly putting out fires, jumping in to help your team, and finding yourself doing your "real work" late into the evening?
You're not alone. As a leader, you know the weight of responsibility – balancing your team's needs, maintaining high standards, and somehow trying to keep yourself sane in the process.
But what if there was a way to make a bigger impact?
In this premiere episode of THIS Leader, I'm pulling back the curtain on what truly makes the difference between merely managing and truly leading.
After 25 years of working with executives who struggled with these exact challenges, I've discovered that the most successful leaders aren't the ones working the longest hours – they're the ones who understand how to make their presence count.
"When you understand that you make an impact on others, and you care enough to make that impact positive, you become a leader. "
Highlights from this episode:
In this episode, I'm sharing:
- Why your leadership impact matters more than your title (and how this realization will transform your approach to team development)
- The surprising truth about leadership that will free you from the constant pressure to have all the answers
- How to stop feeling guilty about taking care of yourself first (and why it's essential for your team's success)
- The connection between personal wellbeing and leadership effectiveness that no one talks about
- My proven framework for communicating with clarity and confidence (even in high-pressure situations)
- The secret to building a team that doesn't need you to jump in and fix everything
- A practical exercise to identify where you're overspending your energy (and how to redirect it for maximum impact)
- The simple shift that will help you develop stronger, more capable team members (while freeing up your time)
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About your Host
Claire Laughlin, MA, Organizational Development Consultant
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!).Â
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.
When I'm not helping leaders like you build happy, high-energy workplaces, I'm enjoying a hike in the forest with my dog Fiona, spending time with my family or curled up with a great book.
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Episode #02:Â Setting Your Leadership Standards
Discover the power of defining and maintaining your leadership standards, especially during challenging times. I'll introduce you to my "5 Cs" framework – Connection, Clarity, Curiosity, Courage, and Consistency – and show you how these standards can transform your leadership impact and team dynamics.
Episode #03: Fostering Engagement at Work through Creating a Culture of Recognition
This episode explores why workplace recognition matters, revealing why 65% of employees feel unappreciated. Learn practical strategies for meaningful recognition and discover how to create a culture where team members feel truly valued and engaged.
