In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we dive into the “Being Better” conversation—one of the Five Tough Talks® every leader should be ready to have. When a team member isn’t showing up as their best self consistently, it’s essential to step in with compassion and clarity.

Nicole shares a personal story of her own “being better” moment, illustrating how these conversations can lead to transformative change. Learn how to approach ongoing issues with behavior or performance through a structured five-step framework, designed to encourage improvement and strengthen trust.

Tune in for insights on guiding your team members to rise to their potential with empathy and purpose.

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the importance of the “What’s Going On” conversation—one of the Five Tough Talks every leader must master. This conversation is essential for addressing subtle yet impactful shifts in behavior, performance, or relationships within your team before they escalate into larger issues.

Through a real-life story of navigating a high-stakes meeting between GE Aviation and British Airways, Nicole illustrates the power of getting to the heart of a problem by addressing the underlying issues. She breaks down three key areas to watch for shifts and shares practical steps to approach these talks: building understanding, building alignment, and building action.

Tune in to learn how to recognize these changes, initiate a constructive conversation, and foster a culture of openness and trust in your team.

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When was the last time you asked for something important—help with a project, recognition for your work, or time off?

Asking can be daunting, but it's a powerful leadership skill. In this episode, I share a personal story about advocating for a salary adjustment and introduces the BRAVE framework (Background, Research, Advocate, Voice, End with Action) to help you make effective "asks" with confidence and clarity.

Learn how to overcome the discomfort of asking for help, permission, or acknowledgment, and take that first small, brave step toward advocating for yourself.

🎧 Listen now and start making the asks that lead to growth!

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