CLARATY in Action

What if the path you’ve been told to follow… was never meant for you in the first place? In this week’s episode of ClaraTy in Action , I sit down with Nicholas Karpowich—entrepreneur, founder of Testimony Clothing, and yes… my son—for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually looks like to feel lost, mislabeled, and underestimated. Nicholas grew up believing he was “behind,” “not smar...

What if the reason you’re not getting the results you want… isn’t effort—but clarity? In this solo episode of CLARATY in Action , I’m breaking down the CQ Framework (Clarity Quotient) —the foundation I use to help leaders, teams, and high performers move from overwhelmed and reactive… to focused, confident, and results-driven. Inspired by the power of simple, no-fluff coaching (yes, think short, p...

The Coach You Choose Will Cost You… or Change You. Everyone says they want results. More money. More clarity. More growth. But here’s the uncomfortable truth—most people are either choosing the wrong coach… or avoiding one altogether. And both are costing them more than they realize. In this episode of Clarity in Action , I sit down with Pedro Stein of Purple Circle—someone who lives inside the wo...

This week on CLARATY in Action , I sit down with Dr. Portia Lockett for a deeply moving and powerful conversation about loss, healing, and the unexpected beauty that can grow from grief. After the heartbreaking loss of her son, Dr. Lockett chose to walk through her grief with intention. Instead of allowing the pain to define her story, she transformed it into something meaningful—creating a space...

What if the reason you’re exhausted isn’t because you’re too busy… but because you’ve been organizing the wrong things? This week on CLARATY in Action , I sit down with professional organizer and the founder of Organize 365 Lisa Woodruff to dismantle the biggest myths around organization, time management, and productivity. Spoiler alert: Color-coded calendars and perfectly labeled bins aren’t the...

If you’re “posting consistently” but not seeing real traction… this episode is for you. In this week’s CLARATY in Action , I sit down with CEO and Founder of Madilyn James, Jessica James to break down what it actually takes to build a powerful online presence that delivers value — not just vanity metrics. Because here’s the truth: More content isn’t the answer. Clear content is. We talk about how...

What is the foundation of every successful business? Relationships. In a world obsessed with sales tactics, funnels, and closing strategies, many entrepreneurs miss the one thing that actually drives long-term growth—service. This conversation dives into the mindset shift from selling to serving and how that shift transforms not just your revenue, but your leadership and impact. In this episode, y...

“Empowerment” is everywhere—on websites, in leadership meetings, and across social media. But when a word gets used this often, it can lose its weight. In this episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara is joined by Leslie Lew to take a fresh, honest look at what empowerment actually means—and why it matters now more than ever. Together, they break down the common myths around empowerment, including why...

Trust is the foundation of high performance—but what happens when trust starts to erode? In this episode, I sit down with Sarah Bouse to unpack what we’re calling a “trust recession.” From leadership and teams to relationships and self-confidence, we’re seeing a real decline in trust—and it’s costing us more than we realize. We talk about how misconnection, constant noise, and unclear expectations...

What actually creates a high-performing culture —and what quietly destroys it? In this episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara sits down with Lori and Eric Spencer , hosts of The Corporate Bartender , to unpack what it really takes to build a dynamic, healthy, and high-performing workplace culture —without fluff or corporate buzzwords. The conversation dives into why creating psychological safety isn...

Confidence is not something you’re born with. And it’s definitely not about being the loudest voice in the room. In this episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara Capano is joined by Angela Lewis for a powerful, honest conversation about how confidence is built, strengthened, and leveraged—especially in leadership . If you’re a high-performing leader, executive, HR professional, or business owner who l...

In this episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara sits down with Karissa Adkins, founder of the Alpha Queen movement, to challenge the deeply ingrained myths that hold women back from fully rising into leadership. Together, they explore where limiting beliefs around hustle, burnout, and competition come from, and why these narratives are not women’s fault, but the result of decades of conditioning. Kar...

Resilience gets thrown around a lot—but what does it actually mean, and how do you build it when life and business knock you off course? In this week’s CLARATY in Action , I’m joined by Pam Cass for a powerful, real conversation about resilience—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s not about “being tough” or pretending everything is fine. We break down: What true resilience really looks like in...

You cannot build real success by doing everything yourself—and yet, that’s exactly where so many leaders get stuck. In this episode of CLARATY in Action , we’re breaking down one of the most misunderstood (and avoided) leadership skills: delegation . I’m joined by Maureen Doss , Founder of Virtual Workhourse , a VA services company that helps business owners and leaders reclaim their time, focus o...

Change isn’t coming — it’s already here. And the leaders who thrive aren’t the ones who manage it… they’re the ones who embrace it, direct it, and use it as a catalyst for high performance. In this week’s episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara sits down with leadership expert Johanna Danaher to unpack what most teams get wrong about change. We talk about the real reason people fear change, how resis...

This week on ClaraTY in Action , we’re getting real about leadership—because the old way of leading just isn’t cutting it anymore. Command-and-control? Outdated. Hoping people will “figure it out”? Done. Pretending empathy is optional? Not today. In this episode, I sit down with leadership expert Laurie Maddalena to break down what Elevated Leadership truly looks like in 2025 and beyond. Spoiler:...

What if the secret to greater success wasn’t about doing more—but about giving more? In this powerful launch episode of Women Winning Their Way , I sit down with legendary speaker and bestselling author Bob Burg to unpack what it really means to lead, sell, and grow a business with purpose and clarity. Bob has spent decades teaching high performers how to shift from chasing success to attracting i...

If you’ve ever found yourself holding back, dimming your light, or shrinking because it felt safer than being seen — this episode is for you. This week on CLARATY in Action , I sit down with Luann Horobin , a neuroscience-based executive coach who has spent over two decades helping high performers break through mental barriers, rewrite limiting narratives, and step boldly into who they’re meant to...

Are you using AI to enhance your work — or avoiding it because it feels overwhelming? This week on CLARATY in Action, I’m joined by technology expert Burton Kelso to unpack one of the biggest conversations in business today: AI isn’t here to replace us — it’s here to enhance us. Burton breaks down how professionals can use AI tools like ChatGPT and other automation platforms to boost productivity,...

We’ve all had that gut feeling — the quiet nudge that says yes or no before logic catches up. But too often, we ignore it. We rationalize, overthink, and talk ourselves out of what our intuition already knew. In this week’s episode, we’re breaking the myth that intuition is “woo woo” and showing you how it’s actually one of the most powerful tools for leadership, decision-making, and personal grow...

In a noisy world, your message is your magnet — and how you tell your story determines who you attract. This week, I sit down with Jennifer Kaplan , founder of Evolve PR , to talk about something every leader, entrepreneur, and professional needs to master: personal messaging. We dive into how your message shapes not just your brand, but your business relationships, your team, and your impact. Bec...

In this week’s episode of Claraty in Action , I’m joined by Dr. Lynise Green to explore the critical shift away from hustle-culture and toward what she calls energetic leadership . We break down the myth that more hours, more busyness, and relentless grind equal higher performance. Instead, we zoom in on the truth: quality of work + aligned energy + clear boundaries are what fuel sustainable growt...

Leadership isn’t about being the best — it’s about giving your best, especially when your team needs you most. In this episode of CLARATY in Action , Clara sits down with Coach Jim Johnson , a renowned leadership coach and former basketball coach known for his inspiring turnaround stories and team transformation strategies. Together, they unpack what it really means to lead with clarity, convictio...

In this week’s episode of CLARATY in Action ,I talk with Theresa Murphy , an experienced HR Practitioner and leadership strategist , to unpack a question every leader needs to ask: Would you follow you? Leadership isn’t just about setting direction — it’s about creating connection. And in today’s workplace, where engagement and retention are at all-time lows, trust and self-awareness have become n...

This week on CLARATY in Action , I sit down with Trevor Silva, CEO and Founder of My Cluck Hut , to dive into the power of letting purpose—not money—be your driving force. Trevor shares how staying true to your “why” not only fuels resilience but also creates long-term success. We also explore what it really means to be a strong leader: ✨ Hiring people who are better than you so you can stay in y...