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January 15, 2026Episode 2020 min

S3 EP020: Study Case - Self Criticism Examples in Leadership: How to Overcome Your Harshest Critic

Send us Fan MailOnce upon a time, in a quiet barnyard, a little duckling hatched among his siblings. But unlike the others, he was different—bigger, awkward, and not quite fitting in. From the moment he emerged, he was met with rejection. The other animals mocked him, ridiculed him, and made him feel like he didn’t belong. No matter where he went—whether among wild ducks, geese, or even a kind old woman’s home—he never quite found acceptance.Seasons passed, and after enduring loneliness, hardship, and relentless self-doubt, the duckling stumbled upon a flock of magnificent swans. Ready to accept his fate, he braced himself for yet another rejection. But instead, something incredible happened. The swans didn’t turn him away—they welcomed him. And as he looked into the lake’s reflection, he finally saw the truth: He was never an ugly duckling. He had been a swan all along.Now, imagine spending your entire career believing you were something less than you truly are. What if you criticized yourself your whole life, convinced you were not good enough, only to discover you were actually a stunning swan?This is the story of the global executive from this episode. Join me as we uncover the skills and insights that transformed an "ugly duckling" executive into a confident and thriving swan. Chapter Markers:00:00- Introduction02:39 - Today's Story10:28 - Today's Lesson15:17 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned18:19 - Highlights Extra Resources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Ugly_DucklingResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

January 8, 2026Episode 1918 min

S3 EP019: Study Case - Corporate Politics: The Bullshit No One Escapes

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll dive into the art of navigating corporate politics. A skill every leader needs to master. I will share the story of Brianna, a senior HR director who found herself caught in a challenging power dynamic with her predecessor, now her VP. We'll explore how she turned this struggle into a leadership win by learning to map stakeholders, build alliances, and manage perceptions. Along the way, you'll discover practical lessons and strategies, that you can use to handle your own workplace challenges and build stronger relationships.Let's learn from Brianna's experience and uncover how these insights can help you achieve your goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:46 - Today's Story09:26 - Today's Lesson14:46 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned16:51 - HighlightsResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

January 1, 2026Episode 1823 min

S3 EP018: Study Case - Business Storytelling in Action: Using Non-Fictional Narratives to Lead Organizational Transformation

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll learn about navigating large scale cultural transformations, through precision storytelling and collective narratives. I'll share a study case about a senior HR executive, Melanie, who faced the challenge of leading a company-wide cultural shift amidst the structural reorganization that impacted leadership roles and responsibilities. Together we'll explore the skills she developed, including mastering collective storytelling, reframing a resistance with angel's elixir, and aligning leadership communication to drive engagement and positive change. We'll dive into the lessons she learned and how she used storytelling to turn resistance into momentum.Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you achieve your own leadership goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:48 - Today's Story13:59 - Today's Lesson18:53 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned21:19 - Highlights Extra Resources:📘 Read my book Mastering Business Storytelling — a field guide for global leaders who want to use stories to influence, connect, and drive success across cultures and industries.Link: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/business-storytelling-blueprint-series/ 📥 Join the 6-Day Business Storytelling Mini-Course — get a powerful storytelling lesson delivered to your inbox each day, with a downloadable PDF including a summary and workbook to help you apply what you learn immediately.Link: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/business-storytelling-mini-course/ 🎓 Take the Global Leadership Pillars® — our signature 9-week, self-paced online course designed for emerging leaders who are ready to accelerate their path from first-time manager to global executive.Link: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/GlobalResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

December 25, 2025Episode 1721 min

S3 EP017: Study Case - When Sht Hits The Fan: Emotional Regulation in Change Management

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll learn about navigating high stakes transitions with emotional control and strategic storytelling. I'll share a study case about Diana, a high level executive in the pharmaceutical industry who faced job uncertainty, while leading a massive organizational change. She struggled with managing her own emotions, dealing with a boss whose anxiety was creating chaos, and crafting a narrative that would position her as the right leader for a highly competitive role.We will explore the skills Diana developed, including emotional regulation, stakeholder management through business storytelling, and the art of influencing decisions without confrontation. You'll hear how she shifted her external narrative in her team, secured her position as an officer, and strengthened her reputation as a transformational leader.Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you navigate uncertainty, manage your own leadership story, and take control of your career trajectory. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction02:04 - Today's Story10:35 - Today's Lesson16:27 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned19:28 - Highlights Extra Resources: The 5 Powers Of Clarity - Article:https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/the-5-powers-of-clarity-gaining-clarity/Resources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

December 18, 2025Episode 1618 min

S3 EP016: Study Case - Feedbacking Without the Bullshit: How to Get Real Insights That Drive Growth

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we'll learn about effective feedbacking and how to turn vague comments into real insights that drive growth. I'll share a study case about Robin, a newly promoted leader who struggled with confidence and dismissed corporate feedback as meaningless quote unquote bullshit.Because of this mindset, she wasn't getting the validation or clarity she needed to succeed in her role. We'll explore how she redefined feedback, learned to ask the right questions, and used it as a tool to strengthen her leadership presence. Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you achieve your own goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:38- Today's Story10:24 - Today's Lesson14:31 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned16:39 - HighlightsResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

December 11, 2025Episode 1522 min

S3 EP015: Study Case - Corporate Communication Strategy: How Alice Turned Layoffs Into a Story of Leadership and Growth

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we'll learn about leading with clarity and empathy during organizational change. I will share a study case about Alice, a regional HR leader tasked with implementing a major layoff as part of her company's strategic resource reallocation. While ensuring alignment with company strategy, Alice faced the challenge of communicating tough decisions in a way that balanced the organization's goals and the wellbeing of impacted employees. We'll explore how she developed the skills to align her internal narrative, deliver authentic messaging, and implement meaningful support initiatives. Along the way, she turned a difficult process into an opportunity to build trust, foster collaboration, and create a collective narrative of progress. Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you lead confidently through complex decisions. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:56 - Today's Story12:33 - Today's Lesson16:43 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned20:21 - Highlights Extra Resources:Learn More About S. Nadella:https://news.microsoft.com/exec/satya-nadella/Resources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

December 4, 2025Episode 1420 min

S3 EP014: Study Case - Flat Management Structure: How to Lead Effectively Without Getting Overwhelmed

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we'll learn about navigating leadership in a flattened hierarchy. I will share a study case about Rachel, a senior manager, who suddenly found herself drowning in responsibilities, after her company restructured and eliminated layers of leadership. She struggled to manage, both the increased workload and the expectations from senior leadership, feeling torn between execution and strategic thinking. We'll explore the skills she developed to transition from an overwhelmed task doer to an empowered leader. You'll hear the lessons she learned about shifting from execution to influence, setting boundaries, and communicating strategically with senior leaders.Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you navigate similar challenges in your own career. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:47 - Today's Story13:30 - Today's Lesson16:46 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned19:01 - Highlights Extra Resources: Want another perspective on flattened hierarchies?Article: https://www.businessinsider.com/quit-amazon-manager-burned-out-from-employees-2024-10Resources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

November 27, 2025Episode 1326 min

S3 EP013: Study Case - Succession Planning Through Storytelling: How Leaders Can Shape Their Legacy With Trust and Narrative

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, we'll learn about navigating leadership transitions with trust, vulnerability, and storytelling. I will share a study case about John, a highly respected general manager at the global manufacturing company, who struggled with succession planning, as he neared retirement. For years, he believed that perfection was the only measure for readiness, making it impossible for him to choose a successor. His internal narrative, shaped by a lifetime of high expectations, was not only stalling the transition, but also creating an environment where his team felt they could never measure up. Through coaching, John learned to reframe his internal and external narratives, shift from a mindset of perfection to readiness, and communicate his transition in a way that engaged and empowered his team. He discovered the power of leading with vulnerability, using storytelling to reshape his team's motivation, and trusting that leadership is about growth, not perfection. Hopefully, you can leverage his experiences and insights to help you achieve your own goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction02:09 - Today's Story09:59 - Today's Lesson16:37 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned18:50 - Bonus Story24:43 - HighlightsResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

November 20, 2025Episode 1218 min

S3 EP012: Study Case - Return to Office: How to Lead Authentically Through Challenging Mandates

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll learn about building authentic narratives and managing conflicting emotions as a leader. I'll share a study case about Helen, a regional HR leader, who struggled with enforcing a return to office mandate she didn't personally agree with. We'll explore how Helen navigated her emotional conflict, gained clarity, and reframed her internal story to align with the organization's goals.Along the way, she developed strategies for effective and genuine communication, turning a challenging situation into an opportunity for impactful leadership. Hopefully, you can leverage her experiences and insights to help you achieve your own goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:40 - Today's Story09:53 - Today's Lesson13:46 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned17:03 - Highlights Extra Resources: Read the article - The 5 Powers Of Clarity:https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/the-5-powers-of-clarity-gaining-clarity/Resources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...

November 13, 2025Episode 1116 min

S3 EP011: Study Case - Workload Management: Creating Space for Strategic Storytelling and Leadership Impact

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we'll learn about managing workload to create space for strategic storytelling. I will share a study case about Clark, a marketing expert who transitioned to a larger and more demanding region in his company. Overwhelmed by the high volume of work and struggling to manage stakeholders expectations, Clark found it difficult to focus on communicating his value and aligning his contributions with organizational goals.We'll explore the skills Clark developed to streamline his workload, improve his communication processes, and craft impactful narratives. You'll hear the lessons he learned about balancing operational tasks with a strategic thinking and how he used this balance to showcase his leadership and secure a well-deserved promotion.Hopefully, you can leverage his experiences and insights to help you achieve your own goals. Chapter Markers:00:00 - Introduction01:54 - Today's Story09:17 - Today's Lesson12:53 - Today’s Tips To Apply What You Learned15:03 - HighlightsResources:This Episode Is Brought To You By: Coaching Expatriates®. A leading global executive development company that helps leaders around the world create happier and more profitable workplaces by learning The Global Leadership Pillars ™. An innovative leadership learning methodology. Visit their website at: www.coachingexpatriates.comReferences & ContactLeave Us An Audio Message: https://www.speakpipe.com/tatyfittipaldi Sign Up For The Global Leadership Weekly Newsletter: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/subscribeSubscribe To This Podcast: https://www.theleadershipnest.com/subscribeEnroll In The Executive Course: https://promo.coachingexpatriates.com/Global/Hire Taty As Your Executive Coach: https://www.coachingexpatriates.com/executive-coachingContact: info@coachingexpatriates.com➡️ The Global Leadership Pillars® Explainer: https://www.coachingexpat...