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Small Brave Moves
Learn how to be braver in leadership and in life for exceptional results with Master Certified Executive Coach, Best Selling Author, and Certified Speaking Professional, Nicole M. Bianchi.
Small Brave Moves is a podcast for mid-level to c-suite leaders who own their growth and development, know there is always room for improvement, and are ready to start making the Small Brave Moves to achieve their goals, unlock their full potential, and lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity.
Episodes
58 episodes
Why Authentic Leadership Matters More Than Ever
Authenticity isn’t a buzzword - it’s the brave, human way of leading that today’s workplace craves. In this episode of Small Brave Moves, Nicole Bianchi explores what it really means to lead with authenticity instead of polished perfection and ...
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Episode 57
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9:08
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The ROI of Brave Leadership
Bravery isn’t a personality trait - it’s a skill. And when you develop it, the return on investment is massive. In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're discussing the impact of one of the most underestimated skills i...
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Episode 56
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8:01
How Brave Leaders Give Feedback Without Fear or Fluff
Feedback is one of the most powerful tools a leader has - and one of the hardest to use well. Too often, leaders avoid it, sugarcoat it, or deliver it so vaguely that it never lands. The result? Teams left guessing, disengaged, and missing out ...
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Episode 55
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7:05
The Power of One: How Every Leader Can Individually Contribute to Team Culture & Success
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore one of the most overlooked truths about leadership and culture: you don’t need a title to make an impact.When uncertainty is swirling - reorgs, layoffs, AI disruption, hybrid c...
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Episode 54
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9:17
Stop Fixing, Start Coaching: How Leaders Hold Their Teams Back Without Knowing It
What if your good intentions as a leader are actually holding your team back?It happens more often than you think. Many well-meaning leaders unintentionally stall their team’s growth by fixing problems too quickly, jumping in to save the...
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Episode 53
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9:47
5 Ways to Boost Team Engagement Starting Today
Real employee engagement starts with how your team feels every day, not just during the annual survey.In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, I’m sharing five powerful, no-cost ways to boost engagement that any leader can start...
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Episode 52
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8:25
Thriving Through the Hard Times in Leadership with Noomi Melchior Natan
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, I’m joined by internationally experienced leadership coach and courage catalyst Noomi Melchior Natan for a conversation every leader navigating hard or busy seasons needs to hear.We explo...
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Episode 51
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27:55
Why Is It So Hard for High Performing Leaders to Ask For Help?
There’s a silent struggle happening behind the scenes of so many high-achieving leaders: they’re carrying too much, but feel like they can’t ask for help.In this episode of Small Brave Moves, we name the fear, break the stigma, and explo...
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Episode 50
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8:19
Are You Having Enough One on One Meetings with Your Team Members?
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're talking about one of the most overlooked yet powerful leadership practices - meaningful one-on-one meetings.Let’s be honest: most one-on-ones are either inconsistent, rushed, or ove...
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Episode 49
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8:58
How to Lead with Flow and Ease
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we’re exploring something that might seem like a luxury—but is actually a leadership necessity: Flow and Ease®.If you’re a high-achieving leader who’s feeling overwhelmed, overbooked, or ...
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Episode 48
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12:44
How to Lead Remote Teams Without Micromanaging
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're discussing one of the most relevant challenges in leadership today—how to lead remote and hybrid teams without falling into the trap of micromanagement.Because let’s be honest: work...
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Episode 47
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8:37
How to Navigate Tough Talks in Leadership No Matter How The Other Person Reacts
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we dive into one of the biggest reasons leaders avoid hard conversations—the fear of emotional reactions. Whether it’s tears, silence, deflection, or defensiveness, these respo...
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Episode 46
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8:34
Why Brave Leadership Requires Psychological Safety
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast we’re diving into a non-negotiable for building high-performing, innovative teams: psychological safety.You’ve probably heard the term before, but let’s get one thing straight—it’s not jus...
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Episode 45
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12:05
Slow Down to Speed Up: Why Strategic Pauses Make You a Better Leader
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we challenge the hustle culture myth that faster is always better—and explore why the bravest leaders are the ones who dare to slow down. We explore why brave leaders aren’t the ones...
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Episode 44
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12:58
Leading with Both Strength and Warmth: You Don't Have to Choose
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we tackle a challenge that many powerhouse women in leadership quietly face: the constant tug-of-war between being seen as too much or not enough.We unpack the double standards women lead...
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Episode 43
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10:22
How Brave Leaders Bounce Back from Failure
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore one of the hardest but most necessary parts of leadership—recovering from failure. Whether it’s a misstep, a missed deadline, or a moment you wish you could take back, failur...
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Episode 42
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10:32
How Negative Self Talk is Sabotaging Your Credibility as a Leader
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we tackle the hidden leadership habit that’s sabotaging your confidence and credibility—negative self-talk.Whether it’s those quiet, critical thoughts or the self-deprecating jokes you ma...
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Episode 41
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6:29
Executive Health Lessons Every Leader Needs with Julie Griffin
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we're stepping into a different kind of brave leadership—the leadership of your health. I'm joined by Julie Griffin, executive health coach, certified functional medicine health coach, and forme...
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Episode 40
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24:27
Alan Utley on Fanatical Grace: The Leadership Shift That Detoxifies Workplaces
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore what it really takes todetoxify a workplace and lead with courage and grace.I'm joined by Alan Utley, keynote speaker, certified leadership coach, and the HR pro behind th...
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Episode 39
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26:19
Butterfly Moments: The Power of Micro-Transformation in How You Lead
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the concept of butterfly moments—those seemingly small but powerful shifts in thought or behavior that spark meaningful transformation in your leadership journey. From qui...
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Episode 38
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6:08
Why Great Leaders Embrace Conflict, Not Avoid It
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we tackle one of the most misunderstood elements of leadership: conflict. While most leaders shy away from it, the truth is that conflict—when handled well—can be a powerful catalyst for trust, ...
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Episode 37
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6:14
How to Work with Toxic People: What Brave Leaders Do Differently
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we dive into one of the most challenging aspects of leadership—working with toxic people. Whether it's a difficult colleague, boss, or client, toxic behaviors can chip away at your energy, confi...
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Episode 36
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8:19
Leading Through AI Disruption with Trent Gillespie
Are you leading your team through disruption—or waiting to be disrupted?In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore what it really takes to lead through disruption and embrace innovation, especially in the age o...
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Episode 35
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17:06
Why Every Leader Needs a Clear Leadership Philosophy (and How to Write Yours)
If I stopped you in the hallway and asked, ‘What’s your leadership philosophy?’—would you have an answer?In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore why having a personal leadership philosophy is one of the most importan...
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Episode 34
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6:23
The Secret to Sustainable Leadership: How to Set Boundaries at Work as an Executive Leader
In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we unpack one of the most underrated leadership tools: boundaries. Setting them isn’t selfish—it’s a bold act of self-respect, clarity, and effectiveness. If you’re an executive lead...
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Episode 33
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8:30