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THIS Leader Podcast

Claire Laughlin

The "THIS Leader" Podcast explores the transformational, high-impact secrets that turn ordinary people into extraordinary leaders! THIS Leader is hosted by Claire Laughlin, an organizational development consultant. She and her guests will explore: How individuals can enhance their leadership impact by showing up as their personal best; how teams can leverage connection and clarity to experience tremendous results; and how organizations can increase trust and engagement and improve outcomes by

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Ep 28 The Brave Choice that Transforms Relationships

THIS Leader Podcast ·

2025/08/19

In this episode, I explore how our brains are wired to misinterpret others' behavior and I share the life-changing principle that everyone acts from their own "good reasons." I begin with a painful personal story of being falsely accused of "stealing" a client by a colleague. This experience illustrates how we all "tell stories" about what's happening around us, but real as they may seem, they're just stories; our brain constructs narratives that may be a far cry from reality. In this episode,

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Ep 27 Workplace Boundaries with Irene van der Zande

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2025/08/12

In this conversation with Irene van der Zande, founder of Kidpower International, we explore how to set and respect workplace boundaries with confidence and kindness. The Boundary Bridge Technique Skilled boundary-setters always start with something positive—what Irene calls a "boundary bridge": Connect first with something positive Use 'and' not, 'but'—bridges don't cut off communication Be specific and focus on behavior, not character Keep it simple and don't over-explain Real Scenarios We

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20:48

Ep 26 The 5 Silent Culture Killers

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2025/08/05

In this episode, I expose the sneaky forces that gradually erode team culture—subtle issues that well-meaning leaders overlook until significant damage is done. The biggest threats aren't obvious disasters but silent forces that creep in slowly, robbing teams of energy, focus, and trust. These culture killers are correctable, but first, you need to spot them. In this episode, you'll hear about: The 5 Silent Killers: The Curse of Chaos: Failing to align on shared priorities. When everything is a

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43:27

Ep 25 Change Agility with Stefka Anderson

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2025/07/29

In this conversation with Stefka Anderson, HR Director for Global R&D at Driscoll's, we dive into how Driscoll's Global R&D is training leaders to increase change agility. Together, they designed and delivered a comprehensive 10-month "Change Agility" program, that transformed how their entire function (which includes hundreds of employees and spans multiple disciplines and time zones) engages in decision-making and the change process. The Challenge: Speed vs. Engagement Driscoll's faced a classic

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Ep 24: Growth by Design - Making Professional...

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2025/07/22

In this inspiring episode, I challenge leaders to shift from "accidental learning" to intentional development that accelerates career growth and impact. Most leaders treat professional development like a luxury, squeezing it between priorities or leaving it to chance. This reactive approach keeps you scattered and at risk of becoming irrelevant as leadership demands evolve. In this episode, you'll hear: The Problem with Accidental Learning: I share the story of a brilliant new director who felt

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Ep 23 The Hidden Cost of Artificial Harmony

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2025/07/15

In this episode, Claire explores the dangerous middle ground between unhealthy conflict and artificial harmony, and why smart teams sometimes hold themselves back by avoiding necessary strategic disagreements. The Hidden Costs of Artificial Harmony Most conflict avoidance comes from a good place—leaders trying to maintain relationships and avoid hurting feelings. But we've gotten really good at telling ourselves stories that justify our silence. Sound familiar? "This isn't the hill I'm going to

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Ep 22 Project Management for The Rest of Us

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2025/07/10

In this episode, I share a collaborative approach to project management that actually works, without overwhelming complexity. Fresh from facilitating a 3-hour session where 50 managers successfully drafted project plans, I reveal why traditional project management training fails and what works instead. The secret? You're not managing projects—you're managing people. In this episode, you'll hear about: The Problem with Traditional Project Management I share the story of "Fred," an expensive

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Ep 21: Freedom, Conflict & The Path to Self-Awareness...

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2025/06/30

In this conversation with Roxanne Harrison, we explore how ancient wisdom meets modern leadership through the powerful combination of the Enneagram and Qigong practices. From Resistance to Choice Roxanne's journey began with a neck injury that forced her to slow down and discover a pattern of constant resistance—always saying "no before yes." This resistance was actually a protective mechanism covering up her natural gifts. The Golden Buddha Metaphor Like the famous Thai Buddha statue covered in

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29:46

Ep 20 Taming the Chaos (Special Episode)

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2025/06/24

In this special AMA episode, I tackle two real leadership scenarios that feel like herding cats: uniting a fractured team and creating unified execution from scattered individuals. Both situations share the same fundamental challenge: bringing people together to create order out of chaos, whether that involves building a shared team culture or driving collective results toward a strategic vision. In this episode, you'll hear about: Scenario 1: "How do I unite a fractured team after leadership

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28:41

Ep 19 You Have the Right to Love Your Job

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2025/06/17

In this episode, I challenge the idea that workplace misery is normal. You have a right to fairness, respect, psychological safety, and meaningful work—but rights without responsibility are just complaints. In this episode, you'll hear about: The Three Essential Roles: Everyone plays these roles in creating workplace culture, regardless of job title Owner Role - Orienting energy toward both happiness and productivity Manager/Leader Role - Establishing expectations and protecting culture Producer

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Ep 18 Keys for Connection with Jared Fujishin

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2025/06/10

In this inspiring conversation with communication expert Jared Fujishin, we explore his powerful "connection's key is less of me" framework that transforms how leaders build trust, influence, and loyalty. The Foundation: Less of Me, More Connection The most effective leaders aren't focused on themselves—they're genuinely invested in others. When leaders operate from a "me, me, me" mentality, people comply but don't commit. They'll leave for slightly better opportunities because there's no real

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Ep 17-The Power of Mentoring with Kara Reddig & Femi...

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2025/06/03

In this episode, I explore how to build and sustain a successful mentoring program with Kara Reddig, Deputy City Manager, and Femi Omotesho, Management Analyst from the City of Elk Grove. Why Mentoring Matters More Than Ever Mentoring isn't just a nice-to-have, it's foundational to developing confident, capable leaders. The City of Elk Grove's program grew organically from a 2019 staff meeting on gender equity, proving that the best development initiatives come directly from your team's expressed

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Ep 16 Leaders Shape Culture with Jonathan Bissell

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2025/05/27

In this inspiring conversation with leadership expert Jonathan Bissell, we explore how to transform your leadership from reactive to intentional and create the kind of culture where people thrive. The Foundation: Belief Creates Transformation Everything starts with a powerful belief: investing in your people pays incredible dividends. When you truly embrace development as a core strategy, you'll create the kind of culture that attracts talent and drives results naturally. The Upstream vs

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Ep 15 Building Psychological Safety - Communication...

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2025/05/19

In this episode, I explore the concept of psychological safety and share specific communication practices that can transform your team culture. Understanding Psychological Safety: The Four Stages. Building on Harvard professor Amy Edmondson's research and Timothy Clark's framework, I explain how psychological safety develops through four distinct stages: Level 1: Inclusion Safety – "Do I belong here? Can I be myself?" Level 2: Learner Safety – "Can I take risks and make mistakes without fear of

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Ep 14 Plan, Delegate, Depart

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2025/05/06

In this episode, I explore why taking real time off is crucial for your leadership. I share my proven framework for making it happen without everything falling apart in your absence. There's never a convenient time to take vacation; there's always another deadline, another project, another reason to stay connected. But I've discovered that my boldest ideas and biggest breakthroughs happen when I commit to true disconnection. Here's how you can do it too. In this episode, you'll hear about: PLAN:

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Ep 13 Emotional Contagion - Why Broadcasting...

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2025/04/29

In this episode, we dive into the science of emotional contagion and how being intentional about the emotions you project can transform your leadership impact. Have you ever seen someone walk into a room and instantly shift the energy? That’s emotional contagion in action. Emotions silently spreading from person to person, often without us realizing it. As leaders, learning to manage this contagion is one of the most powerful, and underused, tools at our disposal. The Science of Emotional Contagion

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Ep 12 Leverage Your Strengths

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2025/04/22

In this episode, I explore how identifying and leveraging your natural talents can transform your energy, impact, and results, both for you and your team. Have you ever felt like the daily grind is draining the life out of you? Many leaders I talk with feel this way - not because they don't like their jobs, but because they're spending too much time on tasks that exhaust them and not enough on work that brings them energy and fulfillment. In this episode, you'll hear about: What Strengths Really Are

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Ep 11: Goal Getting - Your Blueprint for Success

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2025/04/15

In this episode, Claire Laughlin shares her team's complete goal-setting system that keeps strategic priorities front and center all year long. Learn how to transform vague annual objectives into actionable steps that create real momentum. We're officially into Q2, and if you're like most leaders, those ambitious January goals might be fading into the background as daily demands take over. This episode walks you through our exact process - from annual planning to weekly execution - that has

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Ep 10: Reclaim Your Time: The Strategic Leader's...

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2025/04/07

In this episode, Claire Laughlin dives into the art of effective meetings and how to transform them from time-wasters into productive, energizing experiences. What You'll Learn: The invisible workflow that underlies all good work and why understanding it matters for meeting design The five essential meeting types that every leader should master: Ideation Meetings for defining problems and generating solutions Decision-Making Meetings for evaluating options and making clear choices Planning and

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Ep 9 You Are a Change Leader

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2025/04/01

In this episode, we delve into the complex reality that change is inevitable in our workplaces. Whether you formally lead a team or not, developing skills to navigate change effectively makes you an invaluable asset in today's rapidly evolving environment. Understanding the Three Dimensions of Change Change we choose versus change imposed upon us Change that feels favorable versus unfavorable Change we can anticipate versus change that catches us by surprise I introduce the powerful "change

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