If you’ve ever walked into a team meeting and felt the unspoken tension in the room… you’re not imagining it — you’re feeling it. And if you’ve been leading through stress, disconnection, or burnout, emotional intelligence might be the skill you've been missing.

In this episode, Melissa Henning-Frank — certified Six Seconds Emotional Intelligence Practitioner and founder of Becoming Bold LLC — breaks down what EQ really is, why it matters more than ever, and how leaders can use it to move from reaction to reflection, and from friction to trust.

You’ll learn:

• Why emotions are messengers, not liabilities

• What happens when emotions get stuck in the body (and how trauma plays a role)

• The 8 core EQ skills from the Six Seconds model

• What low EQ looks like on teams (and the cost of ignoring it)

• How to build your own emotional intelligence with practical tools

• And why it’s time to bring humanity back to the forefront of leadership

This isn’t just about feelings — it’s about healing. And it’s time.

🎧 Listen in if you're ready to lead with clarity, courage, and emotional integrity.

Ready to learn more? Connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc

You don’t need a values poster in the breakroom — you need real accountability in the office and on the floor.

In this episode, we’re calling out the hard truth: your workplace culture isn’t what you say it is… it’s what you tolerate. From unspoken resentment to overworked top performers, I’m breaking down the five hidden signs your team culture is off track — and how those everyday behaviors quietly derail morale, retention, and trust.

You’ll learn:

• What toxic patterns look like in real life (yes, even in “nice” workplaces)

• How to spot the early warning signs of cultural decay

• The short-term chaos and long-term consequences of avoiding real conversations

• What bold leadership actually looks like when the culture starts slipping

Whether you're a people leader, HR pro, or just tired of tiptoeing around dysfunction, this episode will give you the insight — and the fire — to lead change from the inside out.

💬 Ready to reset your culture and stop tolerating the wrong things?
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You don’t have to be a “bad” leader to unknowingly erode your team’s trust, morale, and effectiveness.

In this brief but powerful episode, I’m breaking down the silent saboteurs — the small, often unnoticed leadership habits that slowly chip away at team performance. From skipped follow-ups to unclear expectations and leading from urgency instead of intention, these aren’t dramatic moments… but they do create dramatic impact over time.

You’ll also hear:

• The 10 subtle things that undermine team culture

• Common misperceptions leaders have about their teams (and what’s really true)

• How to use tools like MBTI to improve communication and collaboration

• A step-by-step process I use in my team workshops to rebuild alignment and trust

• And a much-needed pep talk for every leader carrying too much on their shoulders

If you lead a team — in corporate, manufacturing, HR, the military, or anywhere else — this one’s for you.

Bold leadership starts with clarity, not perfection.

Tune in, take a breath, and let’s recalibrate your leadership together.
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Are you truly leading—or is your inner child calling the shots?

In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we unpack a leadership truth that rarely gets discussed: how unresolved childhood patterns quietly influence the way you lead others—and yourself.

From conflict avoidance to perfectionism and the constant chase for validation, these hidden behaviors aren’t just personal—they’re impacting your team, your decisions, and your career growth.

Join me as we explore:
✅ Signs your inner child is running your leadership style
✅ How fear-based patterns sabotage confidence and clarity
✅ The power of emotional intelligence and self-leadership
✅ Practical steps to reparent yourself and lead boldly

Whether you're managing a team, growing a business, or simply striving to lead yourself with more courage—this episode will help you shift from leading with wounds to leading with wisdom.

🎁 Plus, grab your free 2-minute leadership quiz "Is Your Inner Child Leading You?" by signing up for the weekly newsletter, The Becoming Bold Blueprint.

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Boldness is your birthright. It’s time to lead like it.

Have you ever wondered who you might have become if the world hadn’t interrupted?

In this soulful, powerful episode, we crack open the question: Who were you before the world told you who to be? From childhood conditioning to the roles we unconsciously adopt to survive, we explore how losing parts of ourselves isn’t the end — it’s the beginning of reclaiming boldness.

Through personal storytelling, reflective exercises, and gentle truth-telling, you’ll be guided back to your original self: the bold, bright, unfiltered version of you that’s still waiting to be remembered.

Boldness is not becoming someone new.
It’s unearthing who you’ve always been.

Join the growing group of people becoming bold through the Becoming Bold Blueprint, a weekly email filled with free personal development tips, insights and tools:

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You were never the problem.
The system that told you to shrink, silence yourself, and stay small? That’s the real issue.

In this episode, we’re calling it out. We’re talking about the programming that teaches women to dim their light, judge other bold women, and hold themselves back out of fear of being “too much.” If you’ve ever felt the tug-of-war between wanting to be fully seen and fearing what others will think — this one’s for you.

I’ll share powerful insights on how to:

• Recognize and unlearn the beliefs that keep you playing small

• Reframe judgment — both of others and yourself

• Use courage and curiosity as your daily tools for freedom

• Step boldly outside the rules of the "system" without apology

• Reclaim your confidence and stand in your full power

Because breaking free starts with recognizing this:
You don’t need to fix yourself. You need to free yourself.

Let’s go, bold soul.
Tap play — and let’s start rewriting the rules together.

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Let's be real—conflict happens. Whether it’s a tough conversation at work, a disagreement with a friend, or one of those “did I really just say that?” moments, we all face it. But instead of avoiding it or reacting on impulse, what if we used self-awareness to handle it in a way that actually strengthens our relationships?

As psychologist Daniel Goleman puts it, “Self-awareness is the ability to monitor our inner world—our thoughts and emotions—as they arise.” When we understand what’s going on inside us, we can approach conflict with clarity, confidence, and a whole lot less stress.

In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we’re diving into how self-awareness can change the game when it comes to tough conversations. I’ll share practical strategies for recognizing your triggers, managing emotions, and responding in a way that moves things forward instead of making them worse.

If a stressful interaction has ever left you feeling frustrated or stuck, this episode is for you. Let’s talk about how self-awareness can make all the difference.

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We all want to get more done—but what if productivity isn't about doing more, but doing better? In this episode of Embrace Your Inner Boldness, we dive into actionable productivity hacks that help you maximize your time, energy, and focus, resulting in less stress and more progress.

From beating procrastination to structuring your day for peak efficiency, these strategies are designed to help you work smarter, not harder. Whether you're juggling multiple projects, battling distractions, or simply looking for a fresh approach to your workflow, we've got you covered.

Join us as we explore the mindset shifts, practical techniques, and game-changing habits that will transform how you approach productivity—without sacrificing balance or creativity.

Looking for more tips & tricks on living a bolder, more fulfilling life? Connect here: linktr.ee/becoming_bold_llc