Amplifying Leadership

Hosted by Tara Lehman

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Oct 2026

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Welcome to Amplifying Leadership ! Your go-to leadership podcast for real conversations, actionable insights, and inspiring stories to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Every Monday, we sit down with amazing leaders from all walks of life sharing their stories, strategies, and lessons learned in the trenches of leadership. Then on Tip Thursday with Tara , you'll get bite-sized, practical leadership tips you can apply right away. From effective communication and authentic connection to building strong teams and navigating change, we cover the real challenges and wins that shape great leadership. Explore all leadership services: www.amplifyingleadership.ca 💬 Love Tip Thursday or a guest episode? Share your favorite and tag us @Amplifying Leadership or #AmplifyingLeadership! 💛 You can also support the podcast processing at: Amplifying Leadership Podcast Tip Jar - Tara Lehman Thanks for listening—and remember, Leadership is better when we do it together! Disclaimer: the views and opinions expressed within this podcast are those of the participants and may not reflect those of the listeners. The actions of the listeners are their actions alone and not the responsibility or liability of Amplifying Leadership (formally a division of Twin Life Coaching & Business Services) or their coaches, consultants, or others as affiliated. The listeners hold harmless Tara Lehman and Amplifying Leadership (formally a division of Twin Life Coaching & Business Services, all those affiliated and its services, including this podcast from all costs, loses, damages, judgements, claims, suits, demands, actions, complaints or other proceedings based upon the listeners actions in connection with this podcast. #leadership #leadershippodcast #amplifyingleadership #leader

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January 27, 202313 min

Welcome to Amplifying Leadership

Episode 1 - Tara shares a her leadership story and an introduction to this podcast.

October 26, 202630 min

The Downfall of Burnout - A Real Story, with Guest Julien Godbarge

Burnout does not happen overnight, and sometimes the people experiences it are the last to recognize the warning signs. In this guest episode with Julien Godbarge, we hear a real-life journey of burnout, why it happens, and how trying to protect others from our own worries can contribute to it. We also discuss how burnout affects entire teams, why it is important to make this a topic we can openly discuss at work, and what you can do to help prevent it. From practical strategies to even recognizing when it is time to step down, this conversation offers valuable insights for leaders, teams, and anyone who has ever felt they need to keep pushing through even when your body is screaming for sleep and health. Creating healthier workplaces starts with recognizing stress and burnout and making it okay to ask for help early. About our guest: Julien Godbarge is a former CEO of a private equity-backed company who experienced severe burnout at the height of his success. He's the author of Crash and [Burn] LEARN and creator of the Ten Blind Spots framework. Julien's link: www.TenBlindSpots.com

October 22, 20267 min

Tip Thursday With Tara - Your Team is Watching

Is your team not behaving how you expect? Your team notices when your actions do not match your expectations, and this can create a workplace culture that does not match those values on the wall. In this episode of Tip Thursday With Tara, Tara discusses how leaders and business owners can build trust and strengthen a workplace culture by modeling the behaviours and values the organization expects. You can also learn a simple way to put the values into practice and lead by example for a better workplace culture.

October 15, 20267 min

Tip Thursday With Tara - Building a Great Culture

A great workplace culture is more than values on a poster. Culture is about ensuring your values are showing up every day in decisions, behaviours, and teamwork. In this episode of Tip Thursday With Tara, Tara explores why building a great culture starts with a clear vision and values, and how every day actions review what your organization truly is accepting as values. Culture isn't just what you say it is in words, it is also what people experience. Enjoy the tip!

September 28, 202629 min

A Successful Business and Freedom Can Coexist, With Guest Gary Mitchell

Can you have a successful business and freedom at the same time? What if our guests says you can? In this guest episode, Gary and Tara explore why freedom needs to be intentional and what it really takes to have both a great leadership experience and the space to enjoy it and life too. They talk about letting go of control, building a strong team around you and recognizing that simple does not always mean easy. They look at the role of our egos, the power of inclusive leadership and why getting to know your whole team matters. From listening and mentoring to recognizing leadership qualities in others, this conversation highights how much stronger a business can be, when leader embrace the strengths and contributions of those around them. About the guest: Gary Mitchell is a law firm strategist, speaker, and author with 30+ years in business and 20+ years coaching lawyers globally. Recognized as a leading law firm coach, he helps firms scale sustainably through strategic growth, leadership development, and The AND Approach framework. Contact Gary here: https://calendly.com/ontraccoach/quick-connect-15-minute-intro-call-with-gary-mitchel

September 24, 20265 min

Tip Thursday With Tara - From Blame to Solutions

When workplace conflict happens, it’s easy to focus on who is at fault. This week on Tip Thursday With Tara, we’re looking at how leaders can shift the conversation from blame toward understanding, accountability and practical solutions...and sometimes discover that the real problem isn't what they first thought it was. We will also give you a question or two to help you along the way. Enjoy!

September 21, 202627 min

Talent is Important, But... With Guest Tony Walmsley

When someone is struggling at work, it’s easy to assume they lack the talent, skills or effort needed to succeed. But what if the environment, conditions, leadership or individual differences are affecting how that talent shows up? In this guest episode, we explore why people can perform differently in different circumstances, the importance of being curious before judging, and how small changes can make a meaningful difference. We also look at leadership strategies for developing talent, creating a culture where people can do their best work, and why looking beyond skills may reveal a very different picture. About the guest: Tony Walmsley is a leadership strategist and creator of the SCORE framework, helping leaders understand performance, adaptation, and decision-making under pressure. With experience across elite sport and executive development, he works with organisations navigating complexity, culture, change, and the realities of leadership in high-pressure environments. Connect with Tony: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tony-walmsley

September 17, 20269 min

Tip Thursday With Tara - When Emotions Take Over

When a workplace conflict gets emotional, do you know how to keep the conversation from getting worse? Emotions are often part of workplace conflict, but that does not mean leaders need to shut them down, or get pulled into them. In this week's Tip Thursday With Tara, we look at how to acknowledge emotion without automatically agreeing with it, maintain respectful boundaries, and give people the space to be heard while keeping the conversation productive. You will also learn when slowing a conversation down may be the best leadership move. Enjoy this week's tip!

September 14, 202626 min

Systems - You Need Them, With Guest Kerri Roberts

If you are constantly dealing with people problems, the real problem may not be your people, it actually might be your systems. In this guest episode, with Kerri Roberts, we explore how the right systems can prevent people problems, where to start when building or improving them, and why employees need to be part of the process. We also look at job descriptions, compensation, values, missions and vision, managing pushback to changes, and the role coaching plays in helping employees adapt. Most importantly we discuss what can happen when organizations operate without the systems they need. Lots of tips in this episode!

September 10, 20267 min

Tip Thursday With Tara - Before the Difficult Conversation

Going into a difficult conversation? Being unprepared can turn something manageable, into something much bigger. In this week's Tip Thursday With Tara, Tara discussions by preparation matters with difficult conversations. Learn how to separate facts from assumptions, clarify the outcome, considering what you might not know yet, and create the right conditions for a productive, but difficult, conversation.

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