Most leaders think they’re good listeners.

But are they really?

In this week’s Tip Thursday with Tara on Amplifying Leadership, we dive into why listening is the quiet superpower of great leadership.

Tara unpacks how genuine listening builds trust, improves decision-making, and helps uncover solutions hiding in plain sight.

She also shares simple, actionable ways to practice active listening, including how to handle those awkward pauses that actually lead to better conversations.

If you want your team to trust you more, speak up more, and perform better, this episode is your guide to transforming the way you communicate - one conversation at a time.

Strong communication, calm confidence, and steady results.

Sounds boring, right?

In this episode of Amplifying Leadership, Tara and guest Trent Gander, a writer and consultant, explore why effective leadership doesn’t always have to be loud, dramatic, or complicated.

Great leaders know that calm, consistent communication and a focus on learning and not making assumptions builds trust and lasting results.

Yet, many leaders unintentionally create problems when things are running smoothly, simply because they’re uncomfortable with ease.

You’ll discover what isn’t naturally taught in leadership, the difference between good and poor leadership habits, and why strong communication skills matter.

We also talk about the value of failure, the importance of reviewing what’s working well, and how to create learning-focused conversations that strengthen your team culture.

Enjoy!

Feeling stuck even though you and/or your team are giving it your all?

You’re not alone.

In this Amplifying Leadership podcast episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, we tackle how to keep your motivation higher when results aren’t coming as fast as you would like.

Tara shares practical strategies to celebrate those micro-wins, reconnect to your purpose, and focus on consistency over perfection.

With these approaches, slow progress stops being frustrating and starts becoming fuel for growth.

If you have ever wondered how to keep pushing forward when it feels like nothing’s changing, this episode is your guide to staying motivated, resilient, and moving forward, one small step at a time.