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Bad Bosses, Great Leaders

Rebecca Vickers

This podcast is dedicated to empowering leaders with actionable insights and practical strategies that drive change, progress, and strong team dynamics.Each episode, hosted by Rebecca Vickers, delivers targeted strategies, real-world examples, and expert insights, all crafted to equip you with the essential tools for effective leadership. For every episode Rebecca welcomes a special guest on the show to share their experiences whether it"s navigating their own leadership growth or helping coach

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25:57

The Villain Trap: Transforming Leadership Through...

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2025/10/10

Send us a text Explore the transformative journey of leadership with Chris Gillen as he delves into the concept of "The Villain Trap." Discover how blame and villainization can silently erode trust within organizations and personal relationships. Chris shares insights from his book, offering a fresh perspective on moving from a victim mindset to one of ownership, and how this shift can redefine leadership both at work and at home. Connect with Chris on LinkedIn Visit thevillaintra...

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22:40

Breaking out of Boxes from Being Led to Self Leadership

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2025/10/07

Send us a text Explore the transformative journey of Betsy Pepine as she navigates life-altering challenges, from a career in pharmaceuticals to thriving in real estate. Discover how Betsy redefined success by breaking free from societal and self-imposed boxes, embracing change, and finding her true passion. This episode delves into the power of self-awareness, the courage to pivot, and the importance of writing your own narrative. Connect with Betsy Pepine on LinkedIn Grab your c...

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36:43

From Specialist to Leader Without Losing Your Edge

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2025/10/03

Send us a text Ever wondered how to transition from being a specialist to a leader without losing your edge? In this episode, Dipti Patel and Rebecca Vickers explore the art of leadership, sharing insights on preventing burnout, fostering team growth, and balancing data with emotional intelligence. Whether you're a high performer or guiding one, discover strategies to enhance your leadership journey and make impactful decisions. Tune in for a transformative discussion on bec...

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28:58

You Don’t Need Another Mentor

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2025/09/30

Send us a text Mentorship has been hijacked by corporate buzzwords and checkbox programs. But what if real mentorship isn’t something you assign, it’s something you earn? In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Dr. Deborah Heiser reframes everything we think we know about mentoring. As a developmental psychologist and founder of The Mentor Project, Deborah breaks down the emotional core of real mentorship, why it can’t be forced, and what great mentors and mentees actually do. You’ll ...

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36:12

The Leadership Shift That Accelerates Results

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2025/09/26

Send us a text In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, we’re joined by Jurriaan Kamer, a former software engineer turned organizational change agent, who unpacks what really holds teams and companies back from high performance. From the myth of empowerment to the illusion of strategy, Jurriaan challenges traditional leadership roles and invites us to rethink what it means to lead effectively. Drawing on his experience in self-managed organizations and insights from his books Formula X ...

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46:44

Mission Driven Leadership

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2025/09/23

Send us a text In this rare group conversation, Rebeccainterviews the founders of Alliance Practice—Lee Manis, Bob Briggs, and Thomas Bognanno—for a masterclass in mission-driven leadership. With over 100 years of combined nonprofit and business experience, these three leaders unpack what most people get wrong about scaling, why alignment trumps ambition, and how trauma-informed leadership is reshaping the future of impact work. From the importance of self-awareness to the power o...

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39:41

The Three Turns of Executive Leadership

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2025/09/19

Send us a text In this episode of "Bad Bosses, Great Leaders," Rebecca Vickers chats with executive leadership expert Mark L. Vincent to explore the nuances between managing and leading. They delve into the transformative journey of leadership, discussing the three pivotal turns in an executive's career and the importance of maintaining a learning posture. Mark shares insights on process consulting, adaptive change, and the art of simplifying complexity to foster innovation. Tune ...

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37:29

Evolving from Boss to Leader

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2025/09/16

Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to transform from a good boss to a great leader? In this episode of the "Bad Bosses Great Leaders" podcast, we dive deep with Liz Weber, a leadership consultant with over 30 years of experience. Liz reveals her journey from launching a training company to becoming a trusted advisor in strategic planning and executive coaching. Discover her "Five Stages of Focused Leadership" model and gain insights into avoiding common leadership pitfalls...

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35:50

When Your Boss Holds You Back

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2025/09/12

Send us a text In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Rebecca Vickers sits down with Jaclyn Strominger for a candid conversation about leadership, career pivots, and the lessons learned from life at 30,000 feet—literally. Jaclyn shares stories from her travels that reveal how small moments of kindness (or rudeness) can shift an entire experience, and why leadership shows up in how we treat people in every interaction. She opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, knowing...

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28:12

Leading Under Fire

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2025/09/09

Send us a text What happens when your boss leads with fear, and you still have to lead others? In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Jenn Donahue shares the story of surviving one of the worst leaders she’s ever worked under: a commanding officer in Afghanistan who yelled, intimidated, and hollowed out morale. But instead of following that example, Jenn made a decision that shaped her entire leadership approach. From commanding battalions in war zones to building a thriving en...

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42:14

The Hidden Skill Every Leader Needs (But Rarely Learns)

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2025/09/05

Send us a text When you think of leadership, facilitation might not be the first word that comes to mind. But as Therese Miclot explains in this conversation, it’s a game-changer; and a skill too few leaders are taught. Therese shares how her time leading global L&D at a multibillion-dollar company revealed the real difference between promotable leaders and ones who stay stuck: their ability to communicate, adapt, and influence in rooms that require more than technical knowledge. We exp...

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31:12

Coaching Isn't Coddling: How to Lead with Compassion...

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2025/09/02

Send us a text You can’t build trust with a checklist and you can’t fake safety with platitudes. In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Adrian Cole shares what he’s learned about leadership, psychological safety, and inclusion across diverse roles, from operations and product management to DEI. Drawing on real-life moments, Adrian opens up about the tension between good intentions and true impact, and what happens when leaders don’t do their inner work. We unpack: Why tone, t...

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33:12

Being A Manager Shouldn't be Sh*t!

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2025/08/29

Send us a text Lisa Robyn Wood didn’t leave her senior role because of lack of ability; she walked away because self-doubt convinced her she wasn’t enough. In this honest and energizing episode, Lisa shares how a crisis of confidence shifted her path toward coaching and why she’s dedicated to helping managers who feel stuck, exhausted, or unsupported. She opens up about the realities of performance pressure, the pitfalls of “empowerment” gone wrong, and the freedom that comes from embra...

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26:20

From Broadcasting to Boardroom: A Journey of...

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2025/08/26

Send us a text Imagine facing workplace bullying as a young broadcast journalist and transforming that experience into a powerful career in HR leadership. Susan Hensley reveals her journey of resilience, sharing how creativity and self-advocacy became her tools for success. Discover practical strategies for overcoming perfectionism and building a supportive team environment. Whether you're in HR or any leadership role, Susan's insights offer valuable lessons on navigating change a...

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38:19

From Burnout to Breakthrough: Why You Can’t Think...

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2025/08/22

Send us a text What if your biggest leadership challenge isn’t strategic; it’s emotional? In this powerful and eye-opening episode, clinical hypnotherapist and former ICU nurse Leslie Thornton joins Rebecca to explore what keeps high-performing leaders stuck. Spoiler alert: it’s not a lack of intelligence. It’s disconnection from your body, your emotions, and your worth. Leslie unpacks why traditional goal setting, productivity hacks, and “thinking your way out of it” often fail for h...

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48:09

The Smartest Person in the Room: Why Intelligence...

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2025/08/19

Send us a text Being the smartest person in the room might earn you respect, but it won’t make you a great leader. In this compelling episode, cybersecurity expert, author, and Ironman athlete Christian Espinosa shares why emotional intelligence, communication, and humility are the missing links in high-performing technical teams. Drawing from his military background and extreme endurance sports, Christian brings a fresh perspective to leadership in high-pressure environments. We dive i...

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42:53

From Dropout to Black Belt: The Leadership Lesson of...

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2025/07/18

Send us a text What does it take to transform your life and your leadership from the ground up? In this deeply honest episode, Jim Bouchard shares his incredible journey from high school dropout and drug addict to black belt martial artist and respected leadership coach. His story is one of radical ownership, personal growth, and lifelong transformation. We explore: Why leadership is about transformation, not perfectionThe martial arts mindset that shaped Jim’s leadership philosophyThe ...

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34:59

The Future of Leadership: Why It’s Time to Let Go of...

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2025/07/11

Send us a text The Future of Leadership: Why It’s Time to Let Go of the Old Playbook The workplace is changing. Are you ready to lead differently? Today’s leaders face a once-in-a-generation shift in how we work, lead, and engage teams. Yet, many still cling to outdated command-and-control structures that no longer serve employees or organizations. In this episode, Brian Gorman—executive coach, TEDx speaker, and expert in transformational leadership—shares: ✅ Why traditional leadership models...

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37:01

The Self-Aware Leader: How to Align Strengths,...

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2025/06/27

Send us a text Are you leading in a way that actually energizes your team, or are you unknowingly draining them? So many leaders struggle with disengaged employees, constant firefighting, and teams that won’t step up. But what if the problem isn’t them—it’s how we’re structuring leadership? In this episode, Carly Pepin, business coach and human behavior expert, breaks down how self-awareness, values, and alignment play a massive role in leadership success. ✅ Why most disengaged employees aren...

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50:59

Be Different or Be Dead: The Audacious Leadership...

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2025/06/20

Send us a text If you’re still following the textbook rules of leadership, you’re already behind. In this high-energy episode, Roy Osing, author of Be Different or Be Dead and a powerhouse leader who grew a startup to a billion-dollar company, shares why differentiation is the key to survival—and why most businesses fail to do it right. ✅ The four pillars of audacious leadership (and how to apply them now) ✅ Why most companies play it too safe—and why that’s a huge mistake ✅ How to create a...

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