https://branchingoutpodcast.comenBusinessCopyright Branching Out With Sierrahttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/066483455b7927e444bb8c2c3bbac12f.jpghttps://branchingoutpodcast.comFri, 07 Aug 2026 17:28:47 +0000Sierra CollinsSierra Collinsinfo@branchingoutpodcast.comWelcome to "Branching Out With Sierra," a podcast redefining leadership for everyday life. Join Sierra & her guests as they discuss personal & professional growth tips to expand your influence & grow your impact from the boardroom to the living room.trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-building-bridges-in-divided-times-with-patrick-ryan--73627668Resources & LinksConnect with Patrick Ryan here:Tri-State Alert: https://www.tristatealert.com/News Talk 103.7 FM: https://newstalk1037fm.com/Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.comAdditional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>c1c203c1-9b08-42cc-ba32-ca87814bda23Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWe live in a world where it's easier than ever to stay connected digitally, yet harder than ever to build genuine relationships.In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Patrick Ryan, Vice President and General...Resources & LinksConnect with Patrick Ryan here:Tri-State Alert: https://www.tristatealert.com/News Talk 103.7 FM: https://newstalk1037fm.com/Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.comAdditional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with...]]>2961false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-when-tomorrow-never-comes-why-self-care-is-a-leadership-issue-with-holly-bertone--73288470The problem is that "once things settle down" rarely arrives.
In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Holly Bertone, former FBI Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Tri-State Leadership Summit speaker, to explore why self-care isn't a luxury for leaders. It's a responsibility.
Together, they discuss why burnout often develops long before we recognize it, how unmanaged stress quietly influences our decision-making and relationships, and why caring for ourselves is one of the most important ways we can care for those we lead.
Whether you're leading a business, a team, your family, or simply trying to keep up with life's demands, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what sustainable leadership really looks like.
Because tomorrow isn't promised, and neither is the opportunity to become the leader your future self needs.

Resources & LinksConnect with Holly Bertone here:https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summitwww.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborativewww.sierralearnership.com
Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/

About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/

Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.
Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.
Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.
]]>8a4aa87b-07ff-4b4e-9094-7aa3e01a0f7dFri, 31 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsMany high achievers spend years believing they'll slow down once things settle down. The problem is that "once things settle down" rarely arrives. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Holly Bertone, former FBI...The problem is that "once things settle down" rarely arrives.
In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Holly Bertone, former FBI Chief of Staff for Counterintelligence, Certified Holistic Health Coach, and Tri-State Leadership Summit speaker, to explore why self-care isn't a luxury for leaders. It's a responsibility.
Together, they discuss why burnout often develops long before we recognize it, how unmanaged stress quietly influences our decision-making and relationships, and why caring for ourselves is one of the most important ways we can care for those we lead.
Whether you're leading a business, a team, your family, or simply trying to keep up with life's demands, this conversation will challenge you to rethink what sustainable leadership really looks like.
Because tomorrow isn't promised, and neither is the opportunity to become the leader your future self needs.

Resources & LinksConnect with Holly Bertone here:https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summitwww.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborativewww.sierralearnership.com
Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/

About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/

Podcast...]]>3704false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-100-conversations-later-most-leadership-problems-start-internally-with-sierra-collins--73153325After more than 100 conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, educators, coaches, and executives, one lesson continues to stand out: many of the challenges we experience externally actually begin internally.
In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins reflects on the common themes that have emerged across two seasons of conversations. From confidence and communication to difficult conversations, accountability, and change, she explores why leadership is often less about having the right strategy and more about developing greater self-awareness.
If you've ever found yourself frustrated by a relationship, a team member, or a recurring challenge, this episode will encourage you to pause and ask a different question: What role might I be playing?
Because leadership doesn't begin with changing other people—it begins with understanding ourselves.

Resources & LinksConnect with Sierra Collins here:https://www.sierralearnership.com/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com

Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/Leadership & Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute: https://tinyurl.com/leadershipandselfdeceptionbook

About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/

Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.
Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>2fb3c6a7-bd21-43e0-b0e1-087b4d41c1abFri, 24 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsAfter 100 Conversations… Here's What I've Learned After more than 100 conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, educators, coaches, and executives, one lesson continues to stand out: many of the challenges we experience...After more than 100 conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, educators, coaches, and executives, one lesson continues to stand out: many of the challenges we experience externally actually begin internally.
In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins reflects on the common themes that have emerged across two seasons of conversations. From confidence and communication to difficult conversations, accountability, and change, she explores why leadership is often less about having the right strategy and more about developing greater self-awareness.
If you've ever found yourself frustrated by a relationship, a team member, or a recurring challenge, this episode will encourage you to pause and ask a different question: What role might I be playing?
Because leadership doesn't begin with changing other people—it begins with understanding ourselves.

Resources & LinksConnect with Sierra Collins here:https://www.sierralearnership.com/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com

Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/Leadership & Self-Deception by The Arbinger Institute: https://tinyurl.com/leadershipandselfdeceptionbook

About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at 976false38fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-calm-is-not-an-accident-with-lisa-herndon--73031057In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins welcomes back Lisa Herndon, Public Information Officer, communications professional, and emcee of the Tri-State Leadership Summit, for a conversation about what it truly means to remain steady under pressure.
Together, they explore why calm isn't a personality trait but a skill that can be intentionally developed. From responding instead of reacting to leading without all the answers, Lisa shares practical wisdom from both her professional experiences and personal leadership journey.
Whether you're leading a family, a team, a business, or simply navigating the challenges of everyday life, this conversation will encourage you to think differently about leadership presence, emotional steadiness, and the kind of leader people need when circumstances become difficult.
Because sometimes the greatest act of leadership isn't having the perfect answer. It's choosing how you'll show up.

Resources & Links
Connect with Lisa Herndon here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaherndon11/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/

About Branching Out with Sierra
Branching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast Sponsor
This episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?
If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/

Podcast Profile
Branching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.
Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.
Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most. Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>115b3051-0d43-4366-8e97-1a2e6804fd54Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership isn't tested when everything is going according to plan. It's revealed in the moments when life feels uncertain. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins welcomes back Lisa Herndon, Public Information Officer,...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins welcomes back Lisa Herndon, Public Information Officer, communications professional, and emcee of the Tri-State Leadership Summit, for a conversation about what it truly means to remain steady under pressure.
Together, they explore why calm isn't a personality trait but a skill that can be intentionally developed. From responding instead of reacting to leading without all the answers, Lisa shares practical wisdom from both her professional experiences and personal leadership journey.
Whether you're leading a family, a team, a business, or simply navigating the challenges of everyday life, this conversation will encourage you to think differently about leadership presence, emotional steadiness, and the kind of leader people need when circumstances become difficult.
Because sometimes the greatest act of leadership isn't having the perfect answer. It's choosing how you'll show up.

Resources & Links
Connect with Lisa Herndon here:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaherndon11/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
Additional LinksFollow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/Growth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/

About Branching Out with Sierra
Branching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.Don’t forget to submit your “Leadership Unscripted” questions to: info@branchingoutpodcast.com

Podcast Sponsor
This episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/

Enjoying the Podcast?
If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/

Podcast Profile
Branching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the...]]>3940false37fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-100-conversations-later-why-so-many-people-feel-stuck-with-sierra-collins--72917408Resources & Linkshttps://www.sierralearnership.com/🌐 www.theTSLS.com🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
Connect with Sierra Collins here:Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/
Additional LinksGrowth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at:  https://worksmarterdigital.com/ 
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/ 
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>9df1de9f-8142-4731-a607-6cace0250574Fri, 10 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsEpisode SummaryWhy do so many capable, talented, and driven people still feel stuck?After nearly 100 conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, healthcare professionals, nonprofit leaders, parents, and community influencers, Sierra Collins...Resources & Linkshttps://www.sierralearnership.com/🌐 www.theTSLS.com🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
Connect with Sierra Collins here:Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/branchingoutwithsierraFollow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/officialbranchingoutwithsierra/Connect with us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/branching-out-with-sierra/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@branchingoutwithsierra/
Additional LinksGrowth Pathfinder: https://pathfinder.sierralearnership.com/ Sierra's Essentials: https://www.sierralearnership.com/sierras-essentials/
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at:  https://worksmarterdigital.com/ 
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/ 
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we...]]>2094false36fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-the-stories-we-tell-ourselves-breaking-through-mental-roadblocks-with-dawn-shuler--72808230Resources & Links
Connect with Dawn Shulerhttps://www.theshulergroupllc.com/Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmshuler/The Shuler Group Learning Center: https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/tsg-learning-center/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summitwww.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborativewww.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it.Check us out at: https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Key Topics Covered:

• Limiting beliefs
• Internal narratives
• Self-awareness
• Confidence
• Leadership development
• Personal growth
• Mindset shifts
• Decision-making
• Communication
• Getting unstuck
  

Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.
]]>a8f27010-48af-447b-b3a8-d9077246a9f9Fri, 03 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsHave you ever stopped to consider how much of your life is influenced by the stories you tell yourself?In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins welcomes back Dawn Shuler, CEO of The Shuler Group, for a conversation about the...Resources & Links
Connect with Dawn Shulerhttps://www.theshulergroupllc.com/Connect with Dawn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmshuler/The Shuler Group Learning Center: https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/tsg-learning-center/
Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summitwww.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborativewww.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it.Check us out at: https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Key Topics Covered:

• Limiting beliefs
• Internal narratives
• Self-awareness
• Confidence
• Leadership development
• Personal growth
• Mindset shifts
• Decision-making
• Communication
• Getting unstuck
  

Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through...]]>4742false35fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-100-conversations-later-what-leadership-actually-looks-like-with-sierra-collins--72705516Leadership is far more human than most people realize.
In this reflective solo episode kicking off a new season of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra shares some of the biggest observations, lessons, and recurring themes that have emerged through two years of honest conversations about growth, leadership, communication, relationships, purpose, and everyday life.This is not a recap episode.
It is a conversation about what leadership actually looks like behind the scenes—the pressure people carry, the growth they fight for, the challenges they navigate, and the lessons that continue surfacing regardless of industry, background, or title.Throughout the season, Sierra will continue unpacking many of these themes in future solo episodes and conversations designed to help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, stuck, or simply in a season of growth and reflection, this episode will remind you that you are not alone.
Resources & LinksLearn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.
Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.
Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.
Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>daf9423d-8ca5-4966-a465-360e356f7c64Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsAfter nearly 100 conversations with business owners, entrepreneurs, educators, healthcare professionals, nonprofit leaders, parents, and community influencers, Sierra Collins has noticed something surprising: Leadership is far more human than most...Leadership is far more human than most people realize.
In this reflective solo episode kicking off a new season of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra shares some of the biggest observations, lessons, and recurring themes that have emerged through two years of honest conversations about growth, leadership, communication, relationships, purpose, and everyday life.This is not a recap episode.
It is a conversation about what leadership actually looks like behind the scenes—the pressure people carry, the growth they fight for, the challenges they navigate, and the lessons that continue surfacing regardless of industry, background, or title.Throughout the season, Sierra will continue unpacking many of these themes in future solo episodes and conversations designed to help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, uncertain, stuck, or simply in a season of growth and reflection, this episode will remind you that you are not alone.
Resources & LinksLearn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.comConnect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at: https://worksmarterdigital.com/
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.
Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.
Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.
Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>1683false34fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-the-6-attitudes-of-brilliant-communicators-with-rob-z-wentz--72603031Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at:  https://worksmarterdigital.com/ 
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/ 
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful lessons that help listeners grow personally and professionally while building lives that reflect what matters most.Because leadership is not just about what you accomplish. It is about how you show up.]]>de6cde3f-6862-4bcb-9f9b-7ba7563672aeFri, 19 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsEpisode SummaryCommunication impacts almost every part of our lives, leadership, relationships, business, conflict, trust, and connection. Yet most people were never truly taught how to communicate intentionally.In this episode of Branching Out with...Learn More About the Tri-State Leadership Summit🌐 www.theTSLS.com
Connect with Sierra Learnership Collaborative🌐 www.sierralearnership.com
About Branching Out with SierraBranching Out with Sierra explores leadership, growth, communication, and intentional living through real conversations and practical insights that help listeners think differently about how they live and lead.
Podcast SponsorThis episode is proudly sponsored by Work Smarter Digital.Work Smarter Digital helps small businesses build predictable revenue through streamlined CRM systems, AI-powered workflows, and human-centered sales processes that create greater clarity, confidence, and momentum. Founded by Mary Sue Dahill, Work Smarter Digital specializes in helping businesses simplify follow-up, improve consistency, and build systems that actually support long-term growth.Learn more at:  https://worksmarterdigital.com/ 
Enjoying the Podcast?If this episode encouraged or challenged you in some way, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone else who may need it. Check us out at https://branchingoutpodcast.com/ 
Podcast ProfileBranching Out with Sierra is a podcast rooted in the belief that leadership is not reserved for titles or positions. It is the ability to positively influence others in every interaction we have.Hosted by Sierra Collins, Certified Leadership Development Coach, Speaker, and Founder of Sierra Learnership Collaborative, the podcast features conversations that help listeners think differently about leadership, growth, communication, relationships, and intentional living in everyday life.Through solo episodes and conversations with guests from diverse backgrounds and industries, Sierra explores practical insights, honest experiences, and meaningful...]]>5538false33fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-dreamers-that-do-with-jay-foreman--72514823]]>81772926-7e3b-48f0-933a-42851515dc46Sat, 13 Jun 2026 17:13:19 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat separates people who dream from people who actually move?In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Jay Foreman for a conversation about action, pivots, reinvention, and the courage it takes to keep evolving over...]]>3751false32fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-season-premiere-building-a-life-that-reflects-what-matters-most-with-mary-sue-dahill--72373423Back in Season 1, Sierra Collins introduced listeners to the Wheel of Life framework and challenged them to evaluate whether their lives truly aligned with their values and priorities. But in this kickoff episode for Season 3, the conversation goes much deeper.
Joined by Mary Sue of Work Smarter Digital, Sierra revisits the concepts of the Wheel of Life, core values, purpose statements, and intentional living—not as theory, but through the lens of real-life application and growth over time.
Together, they explore what changes when you stop simply talking about what matters most and start making decisions that actually reflect it. From redefining balance and recognizing misalignment to setting boundaries, shifting priorities, and creating a life that feels more intentional, this episode is filled with honest reflection, practical insight, and meaningful takeaways.
The episode also marks two exciting announcements: 🎉 Work Smarter Digital is joining Branching Out with Sierra as the podcast’s very first official sponsor. 🎉 Mary Sue is also partnering with the Tri-State Leadership Summit as the official Momentum+ Partner, helping support continued growth, accountability, and leadership development beyond the event itself.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stretched thin, this conversation may be exactly the reset you didn’t realize you needed.
Links:Speak Your Way to Sales: https://www.amazon.com/Speak-Your-Way-Sales-Strategies/dp/1947486306/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Networking in Action: https://www.networkinaction.com/index.php/profile/mary-sue-dahillWork Smarter Digital: https://worksmarterdigital.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/worksmarterdigitalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysuedahill/Season 2, Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-from-chaos-to-clarity-how-simple-systems/id1749155261?i=1000724060446Wheel of Life: https://info.sierralearnership.com/wheel-of-lifeMary Sue's Substack: https://substack.com/@suedenimauthor]]>4deae482-60ab-4eb7-bc90-55441af4ddcdFri, 05 Jun 2026 16:00:01 +0000Sierra CollinsSeason 3 of Branching Out with Sierra begins with a powerful conversation about what happens when reflection turns into real-life change. Back in Season 1, Sierra Collins introduced listeners to the Wheel of Life framework and challenged them to...Back in Season 1, Sierra Collins introduced listeners to the Wheel of Life framework and challenged them to evaluate whether their lives truly aligned with their values and priorities. But in this kickoff episode for Season 3, the conversation goes much deeper.
Joined by Mary Sue of Work Smarter Digital, Sierra revisits the concepts of the Wheel of Life, core values, purpose statements, and intentional living—not as theory, but through the lens of real-life application and growth over time.
Together, they explore what changes when you stop simply talking about what matters most and start making decisions that actually reflect it. From redefining balance and recognizing misalignment to setting boundaries, shifting priorities, and creating a life that feels more intentional, this episode is filled with honest reflection, practical insight, and meaningful takeaways.
The episode also marks two exciting announcements: 🎉 Work Smarter Digital is joining Branching Out with Sierra as the podcast’s very first official sponsor. 🎉 Mary Sue is also partnering with the Tri-State Leadership Summit as the official Momentum+ Partner, helping support continued growth, accountability, and leadership development beyond the event itself.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stretched thin, this conversation may be exactly the reset you didn’t realize you needed.
Links:Speak Your Way to Sales: https://www.amazon.com/Speak-Your-Way-Sales-Strategies/dp/1947486306/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0Networking in Action: https://www.networkinaction.com/index.php/profile/mary-sue-dahillWork Smarter Digital: https://worksmarterdigital.com/Insta: https://www.instagram.com/worksmarterdigitalLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marysuedahill/Season 2, Episode 13: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-13-from-chaos-to-clarity-how-simple-systems/id1749155261?i=1000724060446Wheel of Life: https://info.sierralearnership.com/wheel-of-lifeMary Sue's Substack: https://substack.com/@suedenimauthor]]>3605false31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-your-story-matters-show-up-with-clarity-before-you-re-ready-with-meredith-hancock--72230184In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Meredith Hancock, founder of Hancock Media, to explore the real reason people hold themselves back, and it’s not what most people think.
With over 20 years of experience helping businesses clarify their message and show up with purpose, Meredith shares what she’s learned about the connection between identity, confidence, and visibility. Together, they unpack why waiting for “perfect” often keeps people stuck, how clarity shapes the way we lead and communicate, and why showing up matters more than having it all figured out.
This conversation goes beyond branding and business. It’s about understanding who you are, how you want to show up, and the impact you can have when you stop holding back.
If you’ve ever questioned whether your voice matters or felt unsure about putting yourself out there, this episode will challenge you to take a step forward with intention, even before you feel fully ready.]]>df5ad720-e455-43b6-8e77-4236bc407592Fri, 29 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhy do so many people wait to show up? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Meredith Hancock, founder of Hancock Media, to explore the real reason people hold themselves back, and it’s not what most people think....In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Meredith Hancock, founder of Hancock Media, to explore the real reason people hold themselves back, and it’s not what most people think.
With over 20 years of experience helping businesses clarify their message and show up with purpose, Meredith shares what she’s learned about the connection between identity, confidence, and visibility. Together, they unpack why waiting for “perfect” often keeps people stuck, how clarity shapes the way we lead and communicate, and why showing up matters more than having it all figured out.
This conversation goes beyond branding and business. It’s about understanding who you are, how you want to show up, and the impact you can have when you stop holding back.
If you’ve ever questioned whether your voice matters or felt unsure about putting yourself out there, this episode will challenge you to take a step forward with intention, even before you feel fully ready.]]>2895false242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-leadership-that-stands-the-test-of-time--72117953In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Patti Solenberger of Solenberger’s Home & Hardware, a family-owned business that has served its community for over a century, to explore the kind of leadership that endures.
Through a conversation rooted in real life, Patti shares how her journey, from raising a family to stepping into a role in a multi-generational business, shaped the way she leads today. Together, they unpack the role of values, service, consistency, and faith in building trust over time, and why leadership isn’t defined by credentials, but by how you show up day after day.
This episode is a reminder that leadership doesn’t have to be loud to be impactful, and that the way we treat people, the way we serve, and the way we stay committed over time is what truly stands the test of time.
time.https://www.solenbergershardware.com/]]>11f875d8-82eb-42d2-9bdc-800823a2d6bcFri, 22 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat does it actually take to build something that lasts? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Patti Solenberger of Solenberger’s Home & Hardware, a family-owned business that has served its community for...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Patti Solenberger of Solenberger’s Home & Hardware, a family-owned business that has served its community for over a century, to explore the kind of leadership that endures.
Through a conversation rooted in real life, Patti shares how her journey, from raising a family to stepping into a role in a multi-generational business, shaped the way she leads today. Together, they unpack the role of values, service, consistency, and faith in building trust over time, and why leadership isn’t defined by credentials, but by how you show up day after day.
This episode is a reminder that leadership doesn’t have to be loud to be impactful, and that the way we treat people, the way we serve, and the way we stay committed over time is what truly stands the test of time.
time.https://www.solenbergershardware.com/]]>4027false247fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-connecting-people-creating-impact--72023248In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Della DeHaven, a Small Business Advocate and community connector, to explore a powerful but often overlooked form of leadership—supporting, connecting, and elevating others.
After a 45-year career in corporate leadership, Della has stepped into a new season focused on helping people gain visibility, build relationships, and strengthen the environment around them. While much of her work centers on supporting small businesses, this conversation goes beyond that to uncover a universal leadership principle: when people are supported, seen, and connected, entire communities grow stronger.
Together, Sierra and Della explore what it looks like to lead without a title, why connection is a form of influence, and how small, intentional actions can create meaningful impact over time.
This episode will challenge listeners to rethink leadership—not as a position, but as a choice to show up, support others, and make a difference right where they are.https://www.womenofwinc.com/ https://www.sbfalliance.org/ https://regionalchamber.biz/ https://tinyurl.com/MaxwellMentoring101https://tinyurl.com/LittleRedBookofSelling]]>3087d9dc-94a0-4471-b4cc-eefd506e1070Fri, 15 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat does leadership actually look like in everyday life? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Della DeHaven, a Small Business Advocate and community connector, to explore a powerful but often overlooked form of...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Della DeHaven, a Small Business Advocate and community connector, to explore a powerful but often overlooked form of leadership—supporting, connecting, and elevating others.
After a 45-year career in corporate leadership, Della has stepped into a new season focused on helping people gain visibility, build relationships, and strengthen the environment around them. While much of her work centers on supporting small businesses, this conversation goes beyond that to uncover a universal leadership principle: when people are supported, seen, and connected, entire communities grow stronger.
Together, Sierra and Della explore what it looks like to lead without a title, why connection is a form of influence, and how small, intentional actions can create meaningful impact over time.
This episode will challenge listeners to rethink leadership—not as a position, but as a choice to show up, support others, and make a difference right where they are.https://www.womenofwinc.com/ https://www.sbfalliance.org/ https://regionalchamber.biz/ https://tinyurl.com/MaxwellMentoring101https://tinyurl.com/LittleRedBookofSelling]]>3666false246fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-lead-well-live-fully-with-nicole-myers--71927133https://linqapp.com/nicole_myers3?r=linkhttps://branchingoutpodcast.com/https://www.sierralearnership.com/
]]>97896890-70aa-4d39-871d-f89b0ca2c91fFri, 08 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat does it really take to lead well and live fully?In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with Nicole Myers, Owner of Dream Vacations, community leader, and values-driven entrepreneur, for a candid conversation about...https://linqapp.com/nicole_myers3?r=linkhttps://branchingoutpodcast.com/https://www.sierralearnership.com/
]]>6059false245fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-the-illusion-of-self-awareness-with-sierra-collins--71617301]]>db235a8b-2563-455f-b6f5-083b7bc08e5aFri, 24 Apr 2026 16:00:01 +0000Sierra CollinsMost leaders believe they are self-aware.They reflect on their actions, think through their decisions, and assume they understand how they show up for others. But what if that clarity is only part of the picture?In this episode of Branching Out with...]]>1530false244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-meeting-people-where-they-are-leadership-that-removes-barriers-with-la-tanya-hines--71414134https://liastephenscity.com/https://www.facebook.com/LoveInActionLIAva]]>5ac57659-7009-4192-bcdd-dfc50fb9a990Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership often begins with something simple: noticing a need that others may overlook.In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with La-Tanya Hines, Director of Love In Action, a grassroots nonprofit working to increase access...https://liastephenscity.com/https://www.facebook.com/LoveInActionLIAva]]>1919false243fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-culture-that-scales-leading-through-growth-and-crisis-with-scott-harvard--71237207In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with Scott Harvard, President and CEO of First National Corporation and CEO of First Bank. With decades of leadership experience, Scott has guided his organization through significant growth while maintaining a culture that continues to be widely respected.
Scott also shares what it was like leading during two of the most challenging economic moments in recent history—the financial crisis and the pandemic—and what those experiences revealed about leadership, trust, and decision-making during uncertainty.
This conversation explores what it really takes to protect culture as an organization grows and why the leadership choices made in everyday moments ultimately shape whether a culture strengthens or slowly fades.
Link: https://www.fbvirginia.com/]]>5d1eae8a-e406-4a7e-b7f4-9d0c08d0993bFri, 10 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsGrowth can strengthen an organization, but it can also quietly change it. As companies expand, communication shifts, leadership becomes more layered, and culture can begin to drift from the values that once defined it. In this episode of Branching Out...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with Scott Harvard, President and CEO of First National Corporation and CEO of First Bank. With decades of leadership experience, Scott has guided his organization through significant growth while maintaining a culture that continues to be widely respected.
Scott also shares what it was like leading during two of the most challenging economic moments in recent history—the financial crisis and the pandemic—and what those experiences revealed about leadership, trust, and decision-making during uncertainty.
This conversation explores what it really takes to protect culture as an organization grows and why the leadership choices made in everyday moments ultimately shape whether a culture strengthens or slowly fades.
Link: https://www.fbvirginia.com/]]>3269false242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-the-courage-to-let-people-learn-the-hard-way-with-sierra-collins--71085247]]>f20744d2-4c6f-4c04-b0a5-4ca911df8d0dFri, 03 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeaders naturally want to help the people around them succeed. But sometimes the instinct to step in and fix a problem can unintentionally prevent the very growth we hope to see.In this solo episode, Sierra Collins explores one of the most challenging...]]>1846false241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-5-everyday-leadership-habits-that-change-a-workplace-with-sierra-collins--70932199In this solo episode, Sierra Collins explores five practical leadership behaviors that have the power to transform a team environment. These habits are not complex strategies or management frameworks. They are small, intentional actions that build trust, strengthen communication, and encourage growth over time.
Whether you lead a team, work alongside others, or simply want to show up with greater intention in your daily interactions, this episode offers actionable habits that anyone can begin practicing immediately.
Leadership is not defined by position. It is revealed through the way we show up for others every day.
]]>5ba47adb-5746-42c3-b34f-b42787495c6fFri, 27 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership is often associated with titles, authority, or big decisions. But in reality, the culture of a workplace is shaped by something much simpler: everyday habits. In this solo episode, Sierra Collins explores five practical leadership behaviors...In this solo episode, Sierra Collins explores five practical leadership behaviors that have the power to transform a team environment. These habits are not complex strategies or management frameworks. They are small, intentional actions that build trust, strengthen communication, and encourage growth over time.
Whether you lead a team, work alongside others, or simply want to show up with greater intention in your daily interactions, this episode offers actionable habits that anyone can begin practicing immediately.
Leadership is not defined by position. It is revealed through the way we show up for others every day.
]]>2266false240fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-different-not-difficult-why-context-matters-in-leadership-with-sierra-collins--70783337In this solo episode, Sierra explores the powerful shift from interpretation to observation and why mature leaders learn to see difference instead of labeling it as resistance. From communication styles to time expectations to generational and personality differences, this conversation unpacks how context shapes behavior and why strong leadership requires curiosity before correction.
If you have ever felt frustrated by someone who works differently than you do, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lead with greater awareness and discernment.
]]>57d78a7d-b0c6-4956-b34b-11e699304516Fri, 20 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsNot every leadership challenge is a performance problem. Sometimes it is a context problem. In this solo episode, Sierra explores the powerful shift from interpretation to observation and why mature leaders learn to see difference instead of labeling...In this solo episode, Sierra explores the powerful shift from interpretation to observation and why mature leaders learn to see difference instead of labeling it as resistance. From communication styles to time expectations to generational and personality differences, this conversation unpacks how context shapes behavior and why strong leadership requires curiosity before correction.
If you have ever felt frustrated by someone who works differently than you do, this episode will challenge and encourage you to lead with greater awareness and discernment.
]]>2173false239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-when-the-leader-you-were-won-t-take-you-where-you-re-going-with-sierra-collins--705106216212e531-0c66-4237-8f6d-8e528af3775fFri, 06 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsGrowth has a way of quietly changing the demands of leadership. In this solo episode, Sierra explores what happens when the version of you that built the business, led the team, or carried you through an earlier season is no longer enough for what...1990false237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-leadership-beyond-the-moment-with-rich-weller--70180904In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with storyteller, author, and Slice of Life podcast co-host, Rich Weller, to explore leadership beyond the moment. Together, they unpack how leaders shape others not just through decisions and direction, but through everyday words, encouragement, and how they show up in small interactions.
Drawing from Rich’s work in storytelling, community leadership, social media, and his children’s books The Story of Egan and the Encouragement Tree and Maya’s Magic Words, this conversation highlights why moments that matter rarely happen by accident, and how leaders can be more intentional memory-makers, story-shapers, and tone-setters.
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https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/slice-of-life/id1749072669
]]>3731f071-e8fd-4340-b387-e99ec597f246Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership doesn’t end when the conversation is over. It lives on in what people remember, the stories they tell themselves, and the tone that lingers long after the moment has passed. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with storyteller, author, and Slice of Life podcast co-host, Rich Weller, to explore leadership beyond the moment. Together, they unpack how leaders shape others not just through decisions and direction, but through everyday words, encouragement, and how they show up in small interactions.
Drawing from Rich’s work in storytelling, community leadership, social media, and his children’s books The Story of Egan and the Encouragement Tree and Maya’s Magic Words, this conversation highlights why moments that matter rarely happen by accident, and how leaders can be more intentional memory-makers, story-shapers, and tone-setters.
https://therichweller.com
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CDUPG7prG/
https://sliceoflife.buzzsprout.com
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]]>6825false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-leading-for-the-outcome-you-will-not-personally-see-with-sierra-collins--70043945]]>bb313ee9-03b6-4172-856b-36a1435115fbFri, 13 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsSome leadership decisions do not come with immediate feedback, recognition, or visible results. In this solo episode, Sierra explores what it means to lead for outcomes you may never personally see. From investing in people before they are ready, to...]]>2043false236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-reset-don-t-quit-leadership-when-the-plan-falls-apart-with-sierra-collins--69848110In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins tackles a moment most leaders experience but rarely talk about, when your goals, routines, or momentum fall apart early, and the pressure to “get it right” starts working against you.
Rather than quitting or waiting for ideal conditions, this episode reframes leadership as the ability to reset with clarity, responsibility, and grace. Sierra explores the difference between quitting and resetting, why perfectionism quietly undermines progress, and how leaders can regain momentum without rewriting the entire plan.
This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about flawless execution. It’s about how you respond when things don’t go as expected.
If your goals aren’t going as planned this year, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward.
]]>e82d3c28-aa90-44c0-a0ed-55b45961c7b5Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat happens when the year doesn’t start the way you planned? In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins tackles a moment most leaders experience but rarely talk about, when your goals, routines, or momentum fall apart early,...In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins tackles a moment most leaders experience but rarely talk about, when your goals, routines, or momentum fall apart early, and the pressure to “get it right” starts working against you.
Rather than quitting or waiting for ideal conditions, this episode reframes leadership as the ability to reset with clarity, responsibility, and grace. Sierra explores the difference between quitting and resetting, why perfectionism quietly undermines progress, and how leaders can regain momentum without rewriting the entire plan.
This conversation is a reminder that leadership isn’t about flawless execution. It’s about how you respond when things don’t go as expected.
If your goals aren’t going as planned this year, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and move forward.
]]>1308false235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-growing-the-next-generation-of-talent-with-sara-weinstein--69689913In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra is joined by Sara Weinstein to explore how students are being prepared for life beyond the classroom through career exploration, community connection, and intentional partnerships with local businesses. The conversation highlights the work happening within Winchester Public Schools to support students in developing professionalism, communication skills, and positive interactions as they begin to envision their place in the workforce.
For business owners and community leaders, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how early exposure and collaboration help students make more informed career decisions and step into the workforce with greater confidence. It’s a conversation about leadership, partnership, and investing in people—recognizing that growing the next generation of talent truly takes a community.
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]]>e10a6864-061c-4584-acfa-289d4847c5a9Fri, 30 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat if we talked about workforce development as a shared leadership opportunity? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra is joined by Sara Weinstein to explore how students are being prepared for life beyond the classroom through career...In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra is joined by Sara Weinstein to explore how students are being prepared for life beyond the classroom through career exploration, community connection, and intentional partnerships with local businesses. The conversation highlights the work happening within Winchester Public Schools to support students in developing professionalism, communication skills, and positive interactions as they begin to envision their place in the workforce.
For business owners and community leaders, this episode offers a thoughtful look at how early exposure and collaboration help students make more informed career decisions and step into the workforce with greater confidence. It’s a conversation about leadership, partnership, and investing in people—recognizing that growing the next generation of talent truly takes a community.
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]]>2818false234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-the-growth-you-didn-t-plan-for-with-sierra-collins--69473866]]>335d2149-691d-46a0-baee-7d6295e3ab5dFri, 16 Jan 2026 20:44:53 +0000Sierra CollinsWe often think growth comes from intention, planning, and preparation. But some of the most meaningful leadership growth doesn’t arrive that way at all.In this solo episode, Sierra reflects on the kind of growth that comes from facing hard situations...]]>1096false233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-the-growth-you-didn-t-plan-for-with-sierra-collins--69374811In this solo episode, Sierra reflects on the kind of growth that comes from facing hard situations head-on, navigating uncomfortable conversations, and staying present when it would be easier to retreat. Drawing from recent client conversations and real leadership moments, she explores how challenge, friction, and unexpected difficulty often shape leaders in ways no goal or development plan ever could.
This episode invites listeners to rethink growth, not as something we always choose, but as something leadership sometimes asks of us. If you’ve experienced a season that stretched you, changed you, or forced you to lead differently than you expected, this conversation will help you make meaning of it and honor what it produced.
]]>6185c9cb-b0eb-43b2-b130-77c8e770aac4Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWe often think growth comes from intention, planning, and preparation. But some of the most meaningful leadership growth doesn’t arrive that way at all. In this solo episode, Sierra reflects on the kind of growth that comes from facing hard situations...In this solo episode, Sierra reflects on the kind of growth that comes from facing hard situations head-on, navigating uncomfortable conversations, and staying present when it would be easier to retreat. Drawing from recent client conversations and real leadership moments, she explores how challenge, friction, and unexpected difficulty often shape leaders in ways no goal or development plan ever could.
This episode invites listeners to rethink growth, not as something we always choose, but as something leadership sometimes asks of us. If you’ve experienced a season that stretched you, changed you, or forced you to lead differently than you expected, this conversation will help you make meaning of it and honor what it produced.
]]>1778false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-the-leadership-tone-you-set-in-january-lasts-all-year-with-sierra-collins--69281345In this episode, Sierra unpacks why starting fast often leads to burnout by spring, how unspoken norms take root early, and what it looks like to lead with intention instead of urgency. This conversation is not about doing less, but about leading smarter and creating momentum that can actually last.
If you want this year to feel different, it may not start with new goals. It may start with how you lead in January.]]>fb4d4741-47fa-47ef-8dc5-47da598dae3dFri, 02 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsJanuary often feels like a fresh start, but for leaders, it is something more powerful than that. It is a tone-setting season. In this episode, Sierra unpacks why starting fast often leads to burnout by spring, how unspoken norms take root early, and...In this episode, Sierra unpacks why starting fast often leads to burnout by spring, how unspoken norms take root early, and what it looks like to lead with intention instead of urgency. This conversation is not about doing less, but about leading smarter and creating momentum that can actually last.
If you want this year to feel different, it may not start with new goals. It may start with how you lead in January.]]>1234false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-behind-the-scenes-of-branching-out-the-momentum-of-2025-with-sierra-collins-producer-matt-baer--69212674Together, Sierra and Matt reflect on the moments that defined the year, the breakthroughs, the behind-the-scenes challenges, the unexpected lessons, and the leaders who inspired the work. They explore how the podcast evolved, how SLC stepped into its next chapter, and how intentional leadership created meaningful change across communities, organizations, and industries.
This episode is an honest, encouraging, and energizing look at the momentum that carried 2025 and the vision that’s already building for 2026.
Whether you’ve been here since episode one or just joined the Branching Out community, this reflective conversation will leave you inspired to pause, celebrate your own progress, and step confidently into the year ahead.
]]>a70e6139-50b3-4795-aa5a-831bcff21edeFri, 26 Dec 2025 17:00:01 +0000Sierra CollinsIn the final episode of the year, Sierra and her producer and partner, Matt, pull back the curtain on the momentum that shaped Sierra Learnership Collaborative in 2025. From a brand-new studio to expanded leadership programs, record-breaking...Together, Sierra and Matt reflect on the moments that defined the year, the breakthroughs, the behind-the-scenes challenges, the unexpected lessons, and the leaders who inspired the work. They explore how the podcast evolved, how SLC stepped into its next chapter, and how intentional leadership created meaningful change across communities, organizations, and industries.
This episode is an honest, encouraging, and energizing look at the momentum that carried 2025 and the vision that’s already building for 2026.
Whether you’ve been here since episode one or just joined the Branching Out community, this reflective conversation will leave you inspired to pause, celebrate your own progress, and step confidently into the year ahead.
]]>4025false230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-meetings-that-matter-how-to-make-every-minute-count-with-sierra-collins--69136453Through practical insight and real-world examples, she teaches listeners how to rethink their meeting culture from the inside out. You’ll learn how to design gatherings that are purposeful, focused, and genuinely meaningful, meetings where people understand their role, the conversation flows with clarity, and time is used with intention.
For leaders who want their calendars to feel lighter, their conversations more productive, and their teams more aligned, this episode offers a fresh and actionable perspective on creating meetings that truly matter.]]>6b9294a6-881b-488c-ae4d-d41b5b55cffaFri, 19 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsMost organizations don’t plan to have ineffective meetings — they simply repeat the same patterns without realizing the cost. In this episode, Sierra explores the three forces that make or break a meeting: who’s in the room, why the meeting exists,...Through practical insight and real-world examples, she teaches listeners how to rethink their meeting culture from the inside out. You’ll learn how to design gatherings that are purposeful, focused, and genuinely meaningful, meetings where people understand their role, the conversation flows with clarity, and time is used with intention.
For leaders who want their calendars to feel lighter, their conversations more productive, and their teams more aligned, this episode offers a fresh and actionable perspective on creating meetings that truly matter.]]>2677false229fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-7-steps-to-a-more-purposeful-new-year-with-sierra-collins--69016837]]>6365eb4a-68d4-4b82-abf0-d0d86b0fb646Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:15:18 +0000Sierra CollinsIf you didn’t get to attend a retreat with Sierra this year, this episode is your personal clarity session. Sierra walks you through a high level summary of her proven 7-step framework for creating meaningful, values-aligned goasl, the same process...]]>2134false228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-the-wall-calendar-wake-up-call-with-sierra-collins--68902830]]>568555e6-26db-4928-845b-ebf3da9fea31Fri, 05 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat happens when you spread out an entire year in front of you, month by month, color coded, and fully visible? For Sierra, it became a wake-up call. In this episode, she shares the clarity that came from building out her 2027 wall calendar and...]]>2863false227fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-the-courage-to-be-seen-how-small-groups-transform-leadership-with-sierra-collins--68788217edb512e0-2b4c-42ac-86a5-d86139927a4cFri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership is often portrayed as strength, certainty, and having the right answers. But real growth happens in the moments when we allow ourselves to be seen — fully, honestly, and without the mask.In this solo episode, Sierra explores the surprising...1511false226fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-transformational-leadership-building-a-culture-of-care-and-excellence-with-valley-health-ceo-mark-nantz--68682103https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/
]]>2c0d17ca-faf6-4c2b-be01-557e3297fceeFri, 21 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat does transformational leadership look like in the high-stakes world of healthcare? In this episode, Sierra Collins talks with Mark Nantz, President & CEO of Valley Health, about how to inspire teams, foster innovation, and create a culture...https://www.valleyhealthlink.com/
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]]>d0b829fa-aaec-4482-84eb-484742d1714bFri, 14 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat if leadership isn’t about flying higher than others, but about flying alongside them?In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with Dr. Eric “Rabbit” Jorgensen, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel, fighter pilot, and executive...
]]>4235false224fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-people-first-numbers-follow-a-coach-s-approach-to-leadership-with-jack-sharkey--68465312]]>fa924cec-7c14-44c6-8c20-27c1f688b33dFri, 07 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat happens when leaders start thinking like coaches?In this episode, Sierra sits down with Jack Sharkey, VP of Distribution for Orgill’s East Region, to unpack his powerful leadership philosophy: “People move the numbers. Move the people, and you’ll...]]>5285false223fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-leading-from-the-middle-with-sierra-collins--68367918]]>01b2373a-1afa-4183-af77-8177c8c63a1aFri, 31 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this solo episode, Sierra explores one of the biggest misconceptions in leadership: that you need authority to create change. Drawing from real-world experiences, coaching insights, and practical tools, she unpacks how anyone, from any seat, can...]]>2287false222fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-leading-with-grace-grit-with-lauren-clouse--68268060]]>a1f86f19-9614-4bdf-9777-8253f562c69dFri, 24 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat does it really mean to lead with both compassion and accountability?In this episode, Sierra sits down with Lauren Clouse, CEO of the Winchester Rescue Mission, to explore the balance between grace and grit — the kind of leadership that sees...]]>6062false221fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-before-you-fix-it-celebrate-it-with-sierra-collins--68181834]]>41566cc3-8605-46da-bed7-bd2f15d0d474Fri, 17 Oct 2025 16:00:01 +0000Sierra CollinsAs leaders, we’re quick to notice what needs improvement — but too often, we skip over the wins. In this solo episode, Sierra shares a personal lesson from the Tri-State Leadership Summit: how rushing straight into “what’s next” can rob us of the joy...]]>1802false220fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-preparation-is-leadership-why-winging-it-won-t-work-with-sierra-collins--68093013]]>ded0c004-4773-4391-827d-86dd29498e5aFri, 10 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsHave you ever walked into an appointment and instantly realized the other person wasn’t prepared? Maybe it was a doctor skimming your chart for the first time, a colleague winging a meeting, or someone showing up without the right resources. In each...]]>2008false219fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-protect-what-grounds-you-leadership-lessons-in-stewardship-with-john-mcgraw--680025872f391a27-267f-41ef-aeff-5977e9bd3368Fri, 03 Oct 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat grounds you and how do you protect it? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, she sits down with John McGraw of Roots and Rocks Adventures to explore how time outdoors can shape our resilience, presence, and leadership.With more than 3,000...3874false218fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-preparation-is-leadership-why-winging-it-won-t-work-with-sierra-collins--67911086]]>0cfe484d-e2b5-433e-8c6e-edf0db42b2f3Fri, 26 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsHave you ever walked into an appointment and instantly realized the other person wasn’t prepared? Maybe it was a doctor skimming your chart for the first time, a colleague winging a meeting, or someone showing up without the right resources. In each...]]>2366false217fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-the-waiting-game-why-response-times-matter-more-than-you-think-with-sierra-collins--67824310]]>f59238f9-4796-4e8f-b808-ac4a2ddee5a8Fri, 19 Sep 2025 16:00:01 +0000Sierra CollinsHave you noticed how hard it’s become to get a timely response? Emails get skimmed, calls go to voicemail, and follow-ups feel endless. In this episode, Sierra Collins explores how delayed communication erodes trust, creates frustration, and leaves...]]>2396false216fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-message-received-communicating-with-clarity-calm-and-credibility-with-lisa-herndon--67737448bc130079-b1b0-4909-bab1-09baea0f8fa5Fri, 12 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsEffective communication is more than speaking—it is leadership in action. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Lisa Herndon, seasoned broadcaster, public information officer, and emcee of the upcoming Tri State...2981false1515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-marketing-as-influence-what-your-brand-says-about-your-leadership-with-tammy-swankowski--67646714https://mrktsprk.com/
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]]>e6a4310a-1319-4b1e-827f-e5228680ae89Fri, 15 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this special Water Safety Month episode, Sierra sits down with Noelle Callas—swim coach, aquatics educator, and founder of Super Splasher Aquatics—to explore why swimming isn’t just a skill... it’s a leadership tool.With over 25 years of...https://www.supersplasheraquatics.com/
]]>4315false211fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-reframing-sales-the-leadership-skill-you-didn-t-know-you-had-with-eric-murr--67305964https://kegerreis.com/www.theTSLS.com 
]]>c8b5032d-6cf8-4667-a667-54f45382656fFri, 08 Aug 2025 16:57:42 +0000Sierra CollinsSales. For many leaders, it’s a word that triggers discomfort—but what if we told you that you’re already doing it, every single day?In this episode, Sierra sits down with Eric Murr, a seasoned sales leader and deep-thinking philosopher at heart, to...https://kegerreis.com/www.theTSLS.com 
]]>5139false210fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-turning-tough-talks-into-growth-moments-with-sierra-collins--67218830]]>6dda96b5-b68f-466b-83b7-d3eb949a4f03Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsDifficult conversations are part of leadership—but they don’t have to leave people discouraged, defensive, or disengaged. In this episode, Sierra shares how to transform uncomfortable performance conversations into powerful coaching moments using the...]]>1822false29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-confidence-isn-t-constant-leading-through-the-lows-with-jess-gordon--67114356Link:  https://www.540-fitness.com/]]>d80ec055-2c21-4619-bd81-76083b33d0ffFri, 25 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsConfidence isn’t a finish line; it’s a daily decision. In this episode, Jess Gordon returns to Branching Out with Sierra to share the real, raw truth about leading when your confidence is low, doubt is loud, and results aren’t showing up yet.From the...Link:  https://www.540-fitness.com/]]>8824false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-are-you-ai-ready-why-tech-alone-won-t-save-your-team-with-robert-fulcher--67030019In this episode, Robert Fulcher, a seasoned tech executive and Tri-State Leadership Summit speaker, joins Sierra to talk about the critical connection between how we work together now and how we’ll succeed with emerging tools later.  Whether you lead a tech team or just want to lead more clearly, this one’s packed with insight and a little tough love.Links:  www.iwatllc.comwww.theTSLS.com
]]>ea9e1ec0-6cdc-4429-a430-4d73027aaf9bFri, 18 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsBefore we dive into AI and the future of work, there’s one thing we can’t ignore, communication breakdowns that are costing teams time, clarity, and results. In this episode, Robert Fulcher, a seasoned tech executive and Tri-State Leadership Summit...In this episode, Robert Fulcher, a seasoned tech executive and Tri-State Leadership Summit speaker, joins Sierra to talk about the critical connection between how we work together now and how we’ll succeed with emerging tools later.  Whether you lead a tech team or just want to lead more clearly, this one’s packed with insight and a little tough love.Links:  www.iwatllc.comwww.theTSLS.com
]]>3216false27fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-breaking-the-revenue-ceiling-why-solo-preneurs-get-stuck-and-how-to-lead-through-it-with-katie-nelson--66948592Links:Facebook: www.facebook.com/salesuprisingInstagram: www.instagram.com/salesuprisingLinkedIn: Sales UpRising: https://www.linkedin.com/company/salesuprisingKatie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesalescatalyst/]]>47445569-30c9-411d-9635-8f61564215beFri, 11 Jul 2025 18:35:05 +0000Sierra CollinsIf you've ever wondered why your business isn’t scaling the way it should be—even when you’re working hard—this episode is for you.In this powerful conversation, Sierra sits down with her own sales coach, Katie Nelson, founder of Sales UpRising and a...Links:Facebook: www.facebook.com/salesuprisingInstagram: www.instagram.com/salesuprisingLinkedIn: Sales UpRising: https://www.linkedin.com/company/salesuprisingKatie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thesalescatalyst/]]>6716false26fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-independence-starts-local-civic-leadership-through-historical-advocacy-with-nathan-stalvey--66862185Links:  clarkehistory.org https://www.facebook.com/BurwellMorganMill https://www.facebook.com/ClarkeHistory/ https://www.instagram.com/clarke_history/ 
]]>9198a432-80b3-4d57-bc27-02c68bfa55b3Fri, 04 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this special Independence Day episode, Sierra sits down with Nathan Stalvey, Executive Director of the Clarke County Historical Association, to explore how preserving the past shapes the leaders our communities need today.From advocacy work at the...Links:  clarkehistory.org https://www.facebook.com/BurwellMorganMill https://www.facebook.com/ClarkeHistory/ https://www.instagram.com/clarke_history/ 
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]]>3cdf9ce7-a5e7-4478-b3d2-2ea4d2731715Fri, 27 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra Collins In this solo episode, Sierra gets real about the invisible weight of assumptions in leadership and life. From hesitating to ask for sponsorships to avoiding tough conversations, she explores how our unspoken stories shape our actions—and what they’re...Links:www.theTSLS.com

]]>2767false24fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-the-preventive-advantage-how-great-leaders-care-before-it-counts-with-dr-jeff-botta--66656423]]>3528dd56-0664-4874-9633-f0f3cb6d3a1fFri, 20 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat if injury prevention had less to do with physical therapy—and more to do with how you lead?In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, physical therapist and leadership-minded clinician Dr. Jeff Botta joins us to talk about prevention,...]]>4435false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-like-father-like-leader-a-father-s-day-conversation-with-matt-and-caleb--66551181]]>93c8ffd6-394c-4828-b3cd-21f5eb167bc5Fri, 13 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsFatherhood and leadership may look different on the surface—but at their core, both are about presence, intention, and the legacy we leave behind. In this special Father’s Day episode, Sierra sits down with her producer and partner, Matt, along with...]]>4038false22fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/season-premiere-episode-1-branching-out-again-milestones-momentum-what-s-next-with-jay-foreman--66423743]]>c5fb9e33-6685-424a-af90-ef18f4432c0eFri, 06 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWelcome to Season 2 of Branching Out with Sierra! In this powerful kickoff episode, Sierra Collins is joined by longtime collaborator and keynote speaker Jay Foreman to celebrate a major milestone—5 years of Sierra Learnership Collaborative—and to...]]>6689false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-season-finale-packing-light-what-are-you-carrying-that-you-don-t-need-anymore-with-sierra-collins--663426938dd25438-e60c-4d2f-a1db-5e5e16d91290Fri, 30 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsAs we move through different seasons of life and leadership, it's easy to keep carrying habits, mindsets, and responsibilities that no longer serve us. In this episode, Sierra reflects on the powerful lessons that come with packing up an office—and...1429false152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-why-communication-isn-t-enough-leading-through-connection-with-sierra-collins--6623158814281acb-2a7b-4abf-8ca3-84e99bc05785Fri, 23 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsGood communication builds good teams. Real connection builds great ones.  In this solo episode, Sierra shares key insights from John Maxwell’s Everyone Communicates, Few Connect and her real-world coaching experiences to explore why connection—not...1761false151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/me-vs-me-the-only-growth-metric-that-matters-with-sierra-collins--66122561]]>0f46c7fe-6976-4399-a841-78a0edec73c8Fri, 16 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this empowering solo episode, Sierra flips the script on comparison culture and challenges you to measure growth by the most honest metric there is: your past self. From reconnecting with an old mastermind acquaintance to reflecting on her early...]]>2250false150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-49-carrying-the-legacy-reflections-on-the-women-who-raised-us-with-ericka-kerns--66019273]]>3e082523-dbad-428a-ae48-d1aaf69d8a6bFri, 09 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsMother’s Day brings up a range of emotions—joy, grief, gratitude, longing—and it’s not just about being a mom. In this episode, Sierra is joined by her Director of Details, Ericka, for an open conversation about the many layers of motherhood and the...]]>3934false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-48-broadcasting-joy-barry-lee-s-recipe-for-positivity-humor-and-community-spirit--65859278e46056d5-6755-4570-bcd9-a5cb03ea1980Fri, 02 May 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this heartwarming episode of Branching Out with Sierra, I sit down with the legendary Barry Lee—radio personality, community connector, and the voice behind Breakfast with Barry Lee. With over four decades on the airwaves, Barry has made it his...4650false148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-47-when-life-gives-you-lyme-turning-pain-into-purpose-with-fred-diamond--657272486a3d1bc7-8806-406a-9e8f-bada35ee8548Fri, 25 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat happens when someone without Lyme decides to become one of its loudest advocates?In this powerful episode, Sierra sits down with Fred Diamond—sales leader, podcast host, and author of Love, Hope, Lyme—to talk about what he’s learned from...4997false147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-same-room-new-lens-the-power-of-revisiting-what-you-already-know-with-sierra-collins--65626439637693d8-fb2d-4a9d-9d09-137bd0fb05c3Fri, 18 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWe often chase new knowledge when real growth lies in returning to the wisdom we’ve already heard—but are now finally ready to act on. In this episode, Sierra unpacks how revisiting familiar content through a new lens can unlock fresh insight and...1629false149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-the-discipline-of-leadership-lessons-from-fitness-business-with-jess-gordon--6554134546a476b4-8f70-4559-933f-b0ef6440e639Fri, 11 Apr 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, titled "The Discipline of Leadership: Lessons from Fitness & Business," Jess Gordon returns to share how discipline has been the cornerstone of her leadership journey. 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The mental shifts that helped him keep going

How self-leadership prepared him for both the Everest journey and running a business

How you can apply the "one step at a time" principle to your own leadership and personal growth

If you’ve ever faced a challenge that felt too big to conquer, this episode will inspire you to keep moving forward—one step at a time.]]>330d13c0-64d8-4bca-91f7-17090bd0f77cFri, 21 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsLeadership isn’t just about guiding others—it starts with leading yourself. In this episode, we sit down with Michael Savino, a cancer survivor, small business owner, and adventurer who turned a lifelong dream into reality by trekking to Mount Everest...

The mental shifts that helped him keep going

How self-leadership prepared him for both the Everest journey and running a business

How you can apply the "one step at a time" principle to your own leadership and personal growth

If you’ve ever faced a challenge that felt too big to conquer, this episode will inspire you to keep moving forward—one step at a time.]]>4222false142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-the-connector-s-advantage-how-networked-leadership-opens-doors-with-matthew-baer--6488612236957013-4eda-40c6-9af5-e24d59258ce2Fri, 14 Mar 2025 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat if the key to success isn’t just what you know—but who you know? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we take a deep dive into the power of networking and relationship-building—not just for business owners, but for anyone looking to...4092false141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-40-big-lessons-from-little-leaders-a-kindergartener-s-view-on-leadership-with-caleb-baer--64752793]]>581225b5-5fa5-4388-a5d7-6d63bb7f7734Fri, 07 Mar 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhat can a 5-year-old teach us about leadership? A lot more than you might expect! In this special episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with a Kindergartener to explore leadership through the eyes of a child. We talk about kindness,...]]>2275false140fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-39-the-leadership-prescription-treating-your-health-like-a-business-priority--646301704b03e65a-2ac9-4077-a8b9-ee69c3f0eda0Fri, 28 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsMany leaders meticulously manage their business, finances, and team performance, but what about their own health? In this solo episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Colleen Shendow, PA-C, MSPAS joins the conversation to discuss why leaders must start...4221false139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-your-leadership-ecosystem-creating-an-environment-for-growth-with-sierra-collins--6449877596d003cf-c56f-4abd-938c-2667269ede40Fri, 21 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this solo episode, Sierra explores the profound impact of environment on leadership growth, drawing from John Maxwell’s Law of Environment. She breaks down the concept of a leadership ecosystem, explaining how surroundings, relationships, and daily...3079false138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-leading-with-love-the-secret-to-stronger-teams-lasting-impact--64381544d7d4be26-1b3a-45a7-9230-2ffb470f36f4Fri, 14 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsWhen we think about leadership, words like strategy, vision, and execution come to mind. But what about love? Love isn’t a word we often associate with the workplace, yet it may be the missing piece in building stronger teams, increasing engagement,...3221false137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-the-marathon-of-leadership-sustaining-ambition-without-burning-out-with-bryan-lewis--64254751cc4ccc13-03c8-4ba5-affe-1cb3ebb9ae37Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsSuccess isn’t about how fast you get there—it’s about staying in the race. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Bryan Lewis joins us to explore the parallels between leadership and a marathon, where endurance, adaptability, and mental...3594false136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-35-leadership-technology-strategies-for-greater-impact-in-a-digital-world--640904246d9dfe76-ca46-4206-a3bc-888ec432dd5bFri, 31 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn today’s episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we’re diving into the ever-evolving digital landscape with Michael Savino, CEO & Founder of Nexus Box. Together, we explore how businesses, leaders, and entrepreneurs can leverage web development,...4058false135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-the-heartbeat-of-business-how-culture-drives-success-with-dawn-shuler--63900009 https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmshuler/ https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/tsg-learning-center/]]>19318991-5a07-492f-b26c-6aa33e69c802Sat, 25 Jan 2025 20:54:54 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we sit down with Dawn Shuler, CEO of The Shuler Group, to explore “The Heartbeat of Business: How Culture Drives Success.” Dawn shares her two decades of experience transforming organizations through... https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnmshuler/ https://www.theshulergroupllc.com/tsg-learning-center/]]>3628false134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-letting-go-to-lead-better-the-law-of-trade-offs-with-matt-baer--637291176d364982-9d97-4f36-b0e6-1bf47b06d6f4Fri, 17 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we dive into the transformative power of John Maxwell’s Law of Trade-Offs and how letting go of control can elevate your leadership. Sierra shares a personal story about a surprise trip that challenged her...4428false133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-the-power-of-one-word-breaking-through-the-drift-with-intentional-growth--6364082508ae1d9b-8ba8-4cd6-99c6-44f63000c549Fri, 10 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsGrowth doesn’t happen by accident—it requires intention, focus, and effort. In this episode, Sierra dives into The Law of Intentionality and explores how leaders can break free from the drift of daily routines to create meaningful growth in their...3137false132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-a-year-in-review-toots-and-twists-with-ericka-kerns--63574986]]>fb72de39-406b-40e0-9508-11ab7b6dea45Sat, 04 Jan 2025 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsGet ready to kick off 2025 with an explosion of fun—confetti cannon included! In this episode, Ericka and I look back on 2024 in all its glory. From key highlights and unexpected twists to podcast analytics and business milestones, we’re spilling it...]]>6209false125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-leading-with-clarity-the-power-of-informed-decisions-in-a-misinformed-world-with-kyle-homan--634893734c820dce-8ec1-4528-89ee-77b500dde10fFri, 27 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this enlightening episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we’re joined by Kyle Homan. With over two decades of experience in mortgage lending, Kyle has witnessed firsthand the challenges of navigating misinformation in the financial world. Together,...3147false130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-leadership-s-greatest-hits-with-jay-foreman--63420290cdb870c3-58f5-4c15-85a3-93c77fcb93eaFri, 20 Dec 2024 17:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn this special episode of Branching Out with Sierra, we’re bringing you Leadership’s Greatest Hits, featuring leadership expert Jay Foreman. 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00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

02:42 Meet Sade Paul: Background and Accomplishments

03:44 Sade's Leadership Journey: Early Influences

08:16 The Role of Faith in Leadership

12:46 The Birth of Cornerstone: Vision and Challenges

13:07 Founding Cornerstone: A New Direction

15:27 Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges

21:16 Embracing Leadership and Faith

41:35 Launching Cornerstone: A Journey of Faith

48:43 Founding Cornerstone: A Journey of Faith and Prayer

49:43 Launching Cornerstone: Mission and Programs

50:51 Faith-Based Leadership Training: Curriculum and Approach

53:15 Personal Leadership Journey: Enrolling in the Course

56:30 Coaching and Mentorship: Personal Growth and Accountability

01:04:34 Purpose-Driven Leadership: Identity in Christ

01:07:55 Aligning Actions with Faith

01:08:17 Addressing Team Growth with Patience

01:11:18 Challenges and Realities: Balancing Purpose and Practicality

01:16:34 Women in Leadership: Overcoming Self-Perception Barriers

01:23:41 Faith and Work Integration: Community College Partnership

01:34:01 Work-Life Balance: Finding Rest and Rejuvenation

01:40:16 The Importance of Self-Reflection

01:41:58 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth Challenge

01:42:58 The Importance of Taking Stock

01:44:55 Navigating Personal and Professional Life

01:46:06 Lifelong Learning and Growth

01:49:01 The Value of Friendships

01:57:08 Leadership Journey and Family Influence

02:10:55 Understanding the Pruning Season

02:19:30 Embracing Faith in Leadership

02:27:25 The Power of Prayer: A Personal Story

02:30:03 Feeling Uncomfortable in Secular Work

02:31:48 A Call to Full-Time Ministry

02:43:13 Cornerstone's Mission and Programs

02:58:00 The Importance of Purpose-Driven Leadership

03:09:58 Challenges Women Face in Leadership

03:16:10 Navigating Leadership Across Life Stages

03:16:51 Challenges of Integrating Faith in Leadership

03:18:01 The Role of Obedience in Leadership

03:18:57 Faith and Work Integration in Churches

03:20:02 A Divine Connection at the Community College

03:22:03 Surrendering Leadership to God

03:39:31 The Power of Lifelong Learning and Friendship

04:01:44 Struggling with Change and Spiritual Formation

04:03:10 Seeking Guidance and Finding Purpose

04:07:06 Emerging Stronger and Embracing Leadership

04:08:58 Taking on New Roles and Responsibilities

04:23:19 The Journey to Full-Time Ministry

04:53:57 Leadership Through Compassion and Identity in Christ

04:56:37 Purpose-Driven Leadership

05:00:04 Supporting Purpose-Driven Jobs

05:00:42 Honoring God in Any Job

05:02:33 Leadership Beyond Titles

05:03:28 Women and Leadership Perception

05:08:25 Early Leadership Development

05:21:08 Balancing Work, Life, and Faith

05:38:34 Final Thoughts and Reflections

]]>cb5cdcb1-f9d8-4fb2-8a6c-fb7e8324cef0Fri, 20 Sep 2024 16:00:00 +0000Sierra CollinsIn episode 16 of 'Branching Out with Sierra,' join host Sierra and guest Shadae Paul, CEO of Cornerstone for Women Leaders, as they explore the profound intersection of faith, identity, and leadership. Shadae shares her inspiring journey from a global...

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

02:42 Meet Sade Paul: Background and Accomplishments

03:44 Sade's Leadership Journey: Early Influences

08:16 The Role of Faith in Leadership

12:46 The Birth of Cornerstone: Vision and Challenges

13:07 Founding Cornerstone: A New Direction

15:27 Navigating Personal and Professional Challenges

21:16 Embracing Leadership and Faith

41:35 Launching Cornerstone: A Journey of Faith

48:43 Founding Cornerstone: A Journey of Faith and Prayer

49:43 Launching Cornerstone: Mission and Programs

50:51 Faith-Based Leadership Training: Curriculum and Approach

53:15 Personal Leadership Journey: Enrolling in the Course

56:30 Coaching and Mentorship: Personal Growth and Accountability

01:04:34 Purpose-Driven Leadership: Identity in Christ

01:07:55 Aligning Actions with Faith

01:08:17 Addressing Team Growth with Patience

01:11:18 Challenges and Realities: Balancing Purpose and Practicality

01:16:34 Women in Leadership: Overcoming Self-Perception Barriers

01:23:41 Faith and Work Integration: Community College Partnership

01:34:01 Work-Life Balance: Finding Rest and Rejuvenation

01:40:16 The Importance of Self-Reflection

01:41:58 Self-Reflection and Personal Growth Challenge

01:42:58 The Importance of Taking Stock

01:44:55 Navigating Personal and Professional Life

01:46:06 Lifelong Learning and Growth

01:49:01 The Value of Friendships

01:57:08 Leadership Journey and Family Influence

02:10:55 Understanding the Pruning Season

02:19:30 Embracing Faith in Leadership

02:27:25 The Power of Prayer: A Personal Story

02:30:03 Feeling Uncomfortable in Secular Work

02:31:48 A Call to Full-Time Ministry

02:43:13 Cornerstone's Mission and Programs

02:58:00 The Importance of Purpose-Driven Leadership

03:09:58 Challenges Women Face in Leadership

03:16:10 Navigating Leadership Across Life Stages

03:16:51 Challenges of Integrating Faith in Leadership

03:18:01 The Role of Obedience in Leadership

03:18:57 Faith and Work Integration in Churches

03:20:02 A Divine Connection at the Community College

03:22:03 Surrendering Leadership to God

03:39:31 The Power of Lifelong Learning and Friendship

04:01:44 Struggling with Change and Spiritual Formation

04:03:10 Seeking Guidance and Finding Purpose

04:07:06 Emerging Stronger and Embracing Leadership

04:08:58 Taking on New Roles and Responsibilities

04:23:19 The Journey to Full-Time Ministry

04:53:57 Leadership Through Compassion and Identity in Christ

04:56:37 Purpose-Driven Leadership

05:00:04 Supporting Purpose-Driven Jobs

05:00:42 Honoring God in Any Job

05:02:33 Leadership Beyond Titles

05:03:28 Women and Leadership Perception

05:08:25 Early Leadership Development

05:21:08 Balancing Work, Life, and Faith

05:38:34 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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