Stepping Into your Leadership

What does it mean to feel invisible—and how do we reclaim our voice when it happens? In this powerful conversation, I welcome back listener favorite Erika Petrelli-Bayh to explore a topic that resonates with so many women: visibility. From the “messy middle” of life—menopause, caregiving, career shifts—to early career anxiety and even the later legacy years, we talk about what causes women to feel...

What do you do when a well-liked manager’s team is floundering—or when your executive leader is too swamped to move your project forward? In this live episode of  Stepping Into Your Leadership , Christine Courtney throws real-world scenarios at guests Greg Shamie and Tom Armstrong with zero prep and maximum honesty. You’ll hear: What to do when your manager avoids the “dirty work” of leadership Ho...

In this candid and constructive episode, Christine throws two real-life leadership dilemmas at Greg Shamie and Tom Armstrong—without any prep—and the results are both insightful and refreshingly real. First up: What do you do when a well-liked, competent manager has a team that’s drifting—confused, undercoached, and unclear on their goals? Christine, Tom, and Greg dive into the hidden traps of “ni...

In this lively and unfiltered episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , Christine Courtney is joined by Tom Armstrong and Greg Shamie for a round of real-world manager conundrums—answered live, without prep, and with full candor. Recorded in person and infused with group energy, this conversation dives into: What to do when a manager dominates meetings and unintentionally shuts others down. How t...

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , Christine Courtney is joined by coach and facilitator Greg Shamie to break down one of the most powerful—and elusive—skills in leadership: motivation . Together, they unpack what motivation really means in the workplace, how to distinguish between extrinsic and intrinsic drivers, and why the best leaders focus on energy, connection, and purpose ....

What if the traits that make you a powerful leader aren’t skills to build—but superpowers to reclaim? In this energizing conversation, Christine welcomes back communications and leadership coach Corena Chase, co-author of The Five Lost Superpowers: Why We Lose Them and How to Get Them Back . Together, they explore how qualities like playfulness, curiosity, and authenticity—so natural in childhood—...

What if the key to unforgettable customer experiences isn’t your product—but your people? In this energizing conversation, Christine sits down with hospitality powerhouse Bill Bonbrest , former executive at TAO Group and now founder of Bonbrest Advisory . From his early days growing up between restaurants to leading some of the most iconic hospitality brands, Bill shares how “the guest experience...

What do you do when a team hits its numbers—but the culture is crumbling from the inside? In this candid roundtable episode, Christine Courtney is joined live in the studio by longtime collaborators Blanca and Tom to tackle two leadership conundrums that managers everywhere will recognize: the high-performing but toxic team, and the rock-solid employee who’s resisting growth. Together, they explor...

What happens when your star employee starts slipping—and swears they’re “fine”? Or when leadership hands you KPIs that would break the very culture you worked so hard to build? In this live roundtable episode of Stepping Into Leadership , Christine is joined in-studio by two fan-favorite voices—Blonka and Tom—for a candid, unscripted conversation about real-life management dilemmas. Together, they...

Christine welcomes leadership coach Blonka Winkfield back to her show for this powerful episode which explores imposter syndrome under its preferred name of “imposter feelings.” The discussion investigates the widespread occurrence of self-doubt among successful leaders by examining both the source of these feelings and the social systems that create them. Blonka explains the origin of imposter sy...

What’s it like to manage—or be —the loudest voice in the room? In this episode, Christine sits down with Greg Shamie to explore the expressive social style: the high-energy, idea-sparking, people-centered leaders who light up meetings, connect quickly, and often get mislabeled as “too much.” Together, they unpack the strengths and growing edges of expressives, how they show up in teams, and why st...

During this episode, we will be focusing on the power of curiosity and the art of asking questions as a means to better understand and serve others as leaders. We'll explore how asking questions can reveal and resolve issues, and how it can lead to more effective performance and better results. In fact, did you know that Google conducted a study that found managers who asked more than eight questi...

Psychological safety is the secret ingredient of the most successful teams. It’s what allows people to speak up, take risks, challenge ideas, and truly contribute—without fear of judgment or punishment. In this episode, Greg Shamie and I dive deep into what psychological safety is , why it’s essential for workplace success , and how it impacts performance, trust, and innovation . If you’ve ever wo...

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , host Christine Courtney sits down with Amanda Meeson, Executive Director of the Sterling Community Center, to dive deep into the art of communication in leadership. Amanda, a dynamic leader who has transformed organizations through strategic growth and innovation, shares powerful insights on how leaders can build trust, ensure clarity, and navigat...

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , host Christine Courtney and producer Tatiana Dominguez take a deep dive into Situational Leadership —one of the most powerful leadership models for managers and rising leaders. Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all. The Situational Leadership Model helps leaders adapt their style based on their team's competence and commitment levels. But how do you...

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , host Christine Courtney brings back an old friend and former colleague, Ray Vicencio, to dive deep into the analytical personality type in the workplace. As a former CFO and controller, Ray embodies the traits of an analytical thinker—detail-oriented, logical, and driven by accuracy. Together, they discuss how analytical individuals approach work,...

AI is changing the game in business, and it’s happening fast! In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , host Christine Courtney sits down with Vince W. , founder of Econify, to discuss how AI is transforming workflows, productivity, and business strategy. Vince shares his experiences leading groundbreaking projects—from helping develop Wi-Fi at Apple to working with top media companies li...

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Confidence and communication are the keys to leadership success, but how do you develop them when self-doubt creeps in? In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , host Christine Courtney is joined by the dynamic Blonka Winkfield to kick off a new mini-series on communication. 🌟 What You'll Learn: ✔️ The critical role of communication in leadership (and the surprising stats that prove it)...

Dive into the world of leadership dynamics with Christine Courtney in our latest episode of "Stepping into your Leadership" as we explore the intricate maze of personality in the workplace. Join our esteemed guest, Erika Bayh, in an enlightening conversation on the power of the DISC assessment – a tool revolutionizing team synergy and communication. In this episode, titled "DISC," we unravel the f...

In this episode of "Stepping into your Leadership," we're diving deep into something that's super important for every leader out there: trust. Christine Courtney sits down with leadership pro Greg Shamie, and together, they break down why trust is everything, whether you're dealing with colleagues, friends, or family. Christine and Greg chat about the key ingredients of trust, how it shapes our li...

Welcome to a new episode of "Stepping into your Leadership," where host Christine Courtney continues the conversation with returning guest Erika Bayh. Following up on their previous discussion about manifesting, they dive deep into practical and inspiring goal-setting tips to help you and your team kickstart the new year. In this episode, discover actionable strategies such as: Starting Fresh: Eri...

Episode Description: As we roll into the new year, it's time to focus on how we can turn our visions into reality and step into our leadership roles with intention and clarity. On this special New Year's episode, host Christine Courtney is joined by leadership expert Erika Bayh to dive deep into the art and practice of manifesting goals. 🔥  In This Episode, You Will Learn: The Power of Manifestat...

Welcome back to "Stepping into your Leadership" with your host, Christine Courtney! In this insightful episode, Christine is joined by returning guests Tom Armstrong and Tatiana Dominguez, two seasoned managers, as they tackle a challenging case study sent in by a listener. A team manager is grappling with a new team member, Sam, who struggles with self-direction and critical thinking, impacting t...

In this episode of Stepping Into Your Leadership , Christine is joined by leadership experts Tom Armstrong and Tatiana Dominguez to tackle one of the most common challenges for managers: resistance to change. From dealing with experienced team members who are set in their ways to fostering collaboration and innovation, this discussion is packed with actionable tips to help you lead effectively. Le...