In this powerful season finale, host Gina L. Osborn — Army veteran, former FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, leadership advisor, and keynote speaker — reflects on the "seasons" that define our personal and professional journeys.

Not spring, summer, fall, and winter, but the ones we live through: the seasons of waiting, preparation, and harvest. Drawing from her own experience leaving the FBI, rebuilding her identity, and launching Making Maverick Moves, Gina reminds us that every season has a purpose — and that the quiet moments of growth often set the stage for our greatest breakthroughs.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• 🌱 How to recognize which season you're in — waiting, preparation, or harvest.

• 🌧 Why the "silent" seasons aren't punishment, but preparation.

• 🔨 How to use times of uncertainty to sharpen your mindset, skills, and purpose.

• 🌸 What it looks like to step into your harvest season — and bring others with you.

• 💡 The Maverick lesson: true leadership isn't just about rising, it's about lifting.

Key Quotes

"Winter doesn't mean the tree is dead. It means it's gathering strength for spring."

"When the door opens, it's too late to get ready."

"The most powerful thing you can do when the spotlight's on you is to widen the light."

Takeaway
Every season — even the quiet ones — serves a purpose. Whether you're waiting, preparing, or thriving, your courage to grow through each stage will define the legacy you leave behind.

Call to Action
Take a moment today and ask yourself:

"What season am I in — and how can I move through it with grace, courage, and purpose?"

Connect with Gina L. Osborn:
🌐 www.ginalosborn.com
📱 Follow Gina on LinkedIn | Instagram
🎧 Listen to more episodes of Making Maverick Moves wherever you get your podcasts.

What if the key to your next opportunity isn't confidence… it's courage?

This week on Making Maverick Moves, Gina L. Osborn — retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge and Army veteran — talks with Katie McEvilly, Senior Vice President and Branch Banking Market Leader at U.S. Bank, about building courage, finding mentors, and learning to trust yourself enough to take bold leaps forward.

Katie's story proves that purpose often finds us when we least expect it. From starting as an "accidental banker" to leading teams across California, she shares what she's learned about:

💥 Saying yes before you feel ready
💥 Building courage like a muscle — through action and repetition
💥 Getting out of your own way and trusting those who believe in you
💥 Leading with authenticity and consistency — because people are always watching
💥 Giving yourself grace to grow and redefine what leadership looks like

As Gina and Katie remind us, leadership doesn't just happen in the spotlight. It's built in the small moments — the hallway chats, the quiet decisions, and the way you show up when no one seems to be watching.

If you've ever questioned your next move, this episode is your reminder to trust yourself, lean into your mentors, and take the leap anyway.

As she enters her 24th year with U.S. Bank, Katie McEvilly recently began a new position as Branch Banking Market Leader – Orange County South Bay.

After five years in Wealth Management, she's excited to return home to the Branch Banking team — working alongside the California CBB Leadership Team and OCSB Leadership Team to serve teams, clients, and communities across Southern California.

Learn more about U.S. Bank and their leadership initiatives at www.usbank.com.

Gina L. Osborn is a retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Army veteran, international keynote speaker, and leadership expert.

During her 28-year career in national security, Gina led counterterrorism, cybercrime, and crisis management programs — including the investigation of the notorious Sony hack. She has served as the FBI's highest-ranking female executive in Los Angeles and later as Chief of Security for LA Metro.

Today, Gina empowers leaders to make bold, values-driven decisions through her Making Maverick Moves podcast, her Substack series Declassified, and her keynote talks on leading through chaos, crisis, and change.

Learn more at www.ginalosborn.com.

🎙️ Host: Gina L. Osborn — Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Army Veteran, Keynote Speaker, and Leadership Expert
👤 Guest: Katie McEvilly, Senior Vice President & Branch Banking Market Leader – Orange County South Bay, U.S. Bank
🎧 Podcast: Making Maverick Moves
💻 Produced by: Sunny Side Up Marketing
🎥 Video Editing & Production: Gina L. Osborn and Sunny Side Up Marketing
📍 Recorded in Orange County, California

🎧 Making Maverick Moves on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts
💻 Visit www.ginalosborn.com for more episodes, leadership insights, and Gina's Substack Declassified.

🔗 Website: https://www.ginalosborn.com
📸 Instagram: @ginalosborn
💼 LinkedIn: Gina L. Osborn
🎙️ Podcast: Making Maverick Moves

What if the very thing holding you back as a leader isn't your expertise—but your fear of speaking up?

In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina L. Osborn sits down with Deborah Shames, co-founder of Eloqui and author of Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers.

Deborah shares her journey from stage fright to speaking mastery, revealing how anyone can project confidence, own their voice, and connect with audiences authentically. You'll learn how to:
✅ Transform fear into power before a big presentation
✅ Replace outdated templates with storytelling that connects
✅ Build executive presence that commands attention
✅ Communicate as your authentic self — not a performer

Whether you're leading a team, presenting to clients, or preparing for your next big opportunity, this conversation will help you speak with confidence, courage, and charisma.

🎧 Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking
00:22 – Meet Deborah Shames: Communication Expert
01:02 – Personal Journey: From Fear to Confidence
01:50 – Modern Public Speaking Techniques
02:37 – Empowering Women Through Public Speaking
04:44 – The Power of Storytelling
05:03 – Templates and Techniques for Effective Speaking
05:40 – The TEDx Experience: A Turning Point
08:50 – Debunking Public Speaking Myths
09:45 – Leadership and Authenticity in Public Speaking
10:09 – Practical Tips for Executive Presence
11:29 – Effective Communication in Leadership Roles
13:08 – Final Thoughts and Resources

👩‍💼 Guest: Deborah Shames
🌐 www.eloqui.biz
📘 Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers

🎙️ Host: Gina L. Osborn
Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge | Former Chief of Security, LA Metro | International Speaker & Leadership Expert

🌐 Website: www.ginalosborn.com
🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ginalosborn
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/ginalosborn
▶️ YouTube: @ginalosborn
📰 Substack: www.ginalosborn.substack.com

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