Small Brave Moves

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, Nicole breaks down the process of preparing for tough conversations in leadership. 

From crafting a clear plan to managing emotions during the talk, s…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves® podcast, Nicole is joined by Chris Dill, Vice President and CIO at Kiewit, to explore the leadership lessons and Small Brave Moves® that have shaped his rema…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we tackle one of the toughest conversations in leadership—the “Moving On” talk. 

This conversation is about establishing a new path forward when a pro…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we dive into the “Being Better” conversation—one of the Five Tough Talks® every leader should be ready to have. When a team member isn’t showing up a…

 In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the importance of the “What’s Going On” conversation—one of the Five Tough Talks every leader must master. This conversation is essential…

When was the last time you asked for something important—help with a project, recognition for your work, or time off? 

Asking can be daunting, but it's a powerful leadership skill. In this episode, I …

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the first of the Five Tough Talks every leader needs to master: the "How We Work" conversation. 

I share personal stories, including how a …

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, I sit down with Joe Thornton, a powerhouse CEO, entrepreneur, and author with 40 years of experience in retail, executive management, and human resou…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast I introduce the Five Tough Talks Online Certification Program, a self-paced leadership development course designed to help leaders at every level navi…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we tackle the essential skill of navigating tough conversations—whether in leadership or life. We explore why so many of us avoid these difficult tal…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we celebrate a monumental achievement alongside franchise leadership expert Scott Schultz as we both earn the prestigious Certified Speaking Professi…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we sit down with the extraordinary Renee Warren—award-winning entrepreneur, angel investor, and founder of We Wild Women. Renee shares her inspiring …

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we honor the memory of September 11th by reflecting on the extraordinary bravery of Todd Beamer and the passengers of United Airlines Flight 93. We e…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the power of authenticity in leadership. We discuss exercises to build trust within teams, including a transformative six-minute monologue…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we redefine what it means to be brave in leadership. Forget superheroes—true bravery is about the small, intentional moves we make every day. We disc…

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we dive into the critical importance of straight talk in leadership and life. We explore why direct, honest communication—no matter how uncomfortable…

I know you're struggling with dysfunction, misunderstanding, lack of clarity, and inconsistent results on your team. But you don't have to do it alone. There is a light at the end of the tunnel, and …