Today, we’re tackling a topic that just about every leader, including me, has struggled with: micromanaging. If you’ve ever thought, “It’s faster if I just do it myself,” or caught yourself hovering a little too close over your team’s work, you’re not alone. Sometimes, micromanaging isn’t as obvious as we think, but it always slows us down and keeps us stuck in the weeds.

In this episode, I’ll help you recognize the subtle signs that you might be micromanaging, even if you don’t realize you’re doing it. I’ll dig into what’s really behind those habits, like the fear of mistakes or feeling guilty about letting go, and share practical strategies you can start using today to move from micromanaging to truly mentoring your team.

I’ll also give you tools to empower your team, clarify your expectations, and provide the kind of support that grows leaders without all the second-guessing and double-checking. So if you’re ready to create a high-performing team and reclaim your time as a leader, join me as we make the shift from managing every detail to building real trust and momentum in your business.

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If you want a real look into what it takes to lead a team in an emotionally charged, high-stakes industry, you’ll love this episode. I had the pleasure of chatting with Courtney Bullard, CEO of ICS Institutional Compliance Solutions and one of my longtime clients. Courtney opens up about leading her team through the complex world of Title IX compliance, not just the challenges, but the heart and empathy it demands every single day.

We dig into the biggest misconceptions about her work, the realities of supporting a team in tough situations, and what it means to evolve as a leader as your business scales quickly. Courtney shares her own lessons learned, from letting go of control to investing in professional development for herself and her team. If you’re a leader navigating both business growth and complexity, this episode is packed with relatable insights and actionable tips. I’d love for you to listen to our honest, encouraging conversation!

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Have you ever found yourself hesitating to hire someone who seems overqualified for a role on your team? I know it can feel risky, but it can also be a huge win for your business. In this episode of the Stacking Your Team Podcast, I’m diving into the realities of hiring overqualified candidates. With more talented professionals seeking roles in small businesses, it’s more important than ever to weigh both the benefits, like faster onboarding, immediate results, and built-in mentorship, and the risks, such as potential boredom, disruption, or high turnover.

I’ll walk you through my practical checklist to help you get to the root of a candidate’s motivation during the interview process, set clear expectations from day one, and make sure you’re protecting your team's morale. If you’re leading a growing team and want to make smarter hiring decisions while building a high-performing team, this episode is just for you. Let’s dive in!

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This episode features a powerful conversation with Jessica Cowling, a remarkable member of our Leadership Lab and the founder and CEO of InnerWorks Counseling in London, Ontario.

In this episode, Jessica opens up about the bold, intentional moves she’s made to set her team and her business up for long-term success. We dig into how she transitioned her rapidly growing team to salary-based compensation for more stability, why she’s introducing micro roles to bring more ownership and clarity to her staff, and how she’s leveraging our signature 5R work plan to boost accountability and follow-through.

Jessica also shares how building a leadership team has allowed her to focus on her strengths (and finally let go of the tasks that drain her!).

If you’re leading a growing team and looking for real strategies to foster belonging, engagement, and accountability, you’re going to love this episode.

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On this week’s episode of the Stacking Your Team Podcast, you’ll meet one of my longtime clients, Dr. Rebecca Dekker, founder of Evidence Based Birth®. We jump into the tough leadership lessons learned from over a decade of running a purpose-driven remote business. We talked about trusting your instincts, navigating boundary setting, mastering conflict resolution, and how to handle when team members project their own trauma onto you.

If you’re looking to build a resilient, empowered team while staying true to your values, you won’t want to miss these actionable insights from a leader who’s been in the trenches and come out stronger.

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• Evidence Based Birth® Website
• YouTube
• Instagram
• Podcast
• Book

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Today, I’m excited to introduce you to one of my incredible clients, Rebecca Rowe. She’s the CEO of Act Therapy Services, who has gone from running a solo practice to overseeing three thriving locations and a team of 22 in North Carolina, without sacrificing her own well-being in the process.

In our conversation, Rebecca pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to scale a service-based business while staying true to your values. She shares candid stories about her transition from burnout in the corporate hospital world to creating a team culture where personal boundaries, professional growth, and genuine support come first. We dive into her practical strategies for hiring, setting clear processes, holding her team accountable, and structuring her days for maximum impact with tools she’s not only learned inside the Leadership Lab, but also brought to life in her business.

If you’re a woman business owner dreaming of expanding your impact, but you want to do it with intention and clarity and avoid falling into the burnout trap, this episode is for you.

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This episode is all about helping you confidently identify emerging leaders within your team using clear, observable evidence instead of just gut instinct or memory. I’ll walk you through the exact questions and criteria I use to spot who’s ready to take on more responsibility, so you can stop guessing and start building a sustainable leadership structure in your business.

Whether you run a brick-and-mortar or an online business, you’ll learn why a few key leadership roles can completely change your business’s trajectory. I’ll also share strategies for approaching leadership conversations, supporting your team members in their growth, and using the free Spot Your Leader Assessment to make it all feel simple and supportive.

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• Click here to get our list of red flags to watch for during interviews.
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