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.

Episode 1 - Tara shares a her leadership story and an introduction to this podcast.

Are you leading for numbers or for meaning?

In this episode of Amplifying Leadership with guest Justin Goodbread, a globally recognized business strategist, bestselling author, and founder of multiple successful ventures, we explore how service-based leaders can create purposeful impact in their teams and businesses.

Focusing solely on revenue or metrics can overshadow significance, identity, and long-term success. We discuss the side effects of prioritizing numbers over purpose and share practical strategies to realign your leadership approach.

If you’re ready to lead with intention, create meaningful results, and make an impact that matters, this episode is packed with insights for purpose-driven leaders looking to elevate their influence.

Gift link as mentioned in the episode: Scale Your Advisory Practice | Justin Goodbread's Growth Guide

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Ever provided constructive feedback that didn’t land the way you hoped?

You’re not alone.

In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, we’re breaking down how to turn constructive feedback from an awkward moment into a trust-building conversation.

Tara shares her simple four-step approach, starting with gratitude, using coaching questions, and ending with confidence. This helps you create feedback moments that actually strengthen relationships and build skills, instead of straining them.

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “I don’t want to say the wrong thing or cause them to get their back up” this episode is your playbook for saying it right.

Enjoy!

Youth are one of the most underrepresented groups at the leadership table.

However that is starting to change.

In this engaging and important episode, Tara and Eden Byrne, a Youth Advocate / Writer / Change Maker, explore the barriers young leaders face, from feeling intimidated to speak up to unconscious bias that can silence their contributions.

You will hear strategies for creating space where every voice is heard and valued, without overpromising outcomes that may not happen.

They also dive into how organizations can welcome youth perspectives authentically, avoid common recruiting mistakes, and recognize the transferable skills younger leaders bring to the table.

The message is clear: don’t just listen to youth leaders - take them seriously, and take action. They have great ideas and contributions to share.

Enjoy!

Ever wish mistakes didn't feel like something you have to hide from everyone?

What if we told you they could be your most powerful leadership tool?

In this week’s Tip Thursday with Tara, we dive into how leaders and business owners can turn mistakes - theirs and their team’s - into growth, learning, and stronger teams.

Featuring Tara's quote: “Failure is Transformational. Listen to It. Learn from It. Grow because of It.” You’ll learn why owning mistakes openly builds trust, sparks accountability, and transforms how your team approaches challenges.

Stop fearing mistakes. Start using them to lead better.

Enjoy!