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You’re the Boss, Now What? with Desiree Petrich | Leadership and Team Development for Managers and Team Leaders

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Leadership
Leadership Development
Team Dynamics
Personal Development
Burnout
Self-Awareness
Trust
Conflict Resolution
Emotional Intelligence
Accountability
Work-Life Balance
Personal Growth
Working Genius
Meetings
Employee Engagement
Management
Imposter Syndrome
Time Management
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Communication

A leadership podcast for managers who want stronger teams, less drama, and more trust at work.

If you are a manager of people, this podcast is your playbook for the real challenges of leadership!

Each week, your host Desiree Petrich shares practical tools and frameworks from Working Genius, DISC, and The 5 Dysfunctions of a Team to help you:

Hold employees accountable without micromanaging

Han... more

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Latest Episodes

AI isn't coming for your job. But it is changing what leadership looks like.

In this episode, Desiree sits down with Monica Marquez, founder of FlipWork, to talk about the human side of AI adoption. Monica breaks down why so many leaders feel behind... more

This week's tip is simple: stop waiting for permission to enjoy your own life. Desiree shares a personal story about her garden, some ceramic mushrooms, and the "mad libs excuse" that almost kept her from adding a little joy to her everyday.

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Do you avoid hard conversations, or handle them so bluntly they backfire?

In this episode, Desiree read the book Radical Candor by Kim Scott, so you don't have to. 

This episode breaks down the framework from Kim Scott's Radical Candor, the one Des... more

Right now you're leading up to five generations on the same team, and most of what's getting lost between them has nothing to do with personality.

In this episode, Desiree sits down with workplace teacher Liz Carlson to unpack why communication brea... more

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Recent Guests

Kristin Miller
Money Mindset and Life Alignment coach
Episode: Your Team Doesn't Need a Perfect Boss. They Need a Human One | Kristin Miller
Jacob Brown
Leadership speaker and author of Avocado Leadership; former NFL athlete; co-founder of Varlo
Varlo; Avocado Leadership
Episode: When to Let Go: Leadership Lessons for Work, Habits, and Relationships | Jacob Brown
Drew Moldenhauer
Speaker and podcaster focusing on high-stakes teamwork and workplace culture
Iron and Empathy / Drew Moldenhauer's projects
Episode: How to Balance Accountability and Empathy as a Leader | Drew Moldenhauer
Nichelle Lund
Business Development and Partnerships Leader
Episode: Why It’s So Hard to Make Connections as an Adult at Work | Nichelle Lund
Tom Webb
SMSU Women's Basketball Coach
Southwest Minnesota State University
Episode: Leadership Tips | Fill Your Cup
Tessa Campin
Mentioned as the guest in the upcoming full-length episode
Episode: Leadership Tips | Make It Work For You
Greg Kettner
Founder of WorkHappy
Episode: How Leaders Create a Happier Workplace | Greg Kettner
Eric Termuende
Global keynote speaker, author
Self-employed / Speaker
Episode: How Leaders Can Reduce Turnover by Rethinking Team Culture | Eric Termuende
Sarah Ohanesian
Productivity keynote speaker, former chief marketing officer, and founder of So Productive
So Productive
Episode: Why Being "Busy" Is Getting in the Way of Effective Leadership | Sarah Ohanesian

Host

Desiree Petrich
Host focused on leadership and team development; facilitator of practical coaching moments and frameworks.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 130 ratings
  • Highly recommend

    Desiree is an awesome host and public speaker! She is easy to talk to and is very intelligent. I would definitely be a guest again on her podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Drew Moldenhauer
    United States2 months ago
  • Highly Recommend!

    Desiree’s ‘You’re the Boss, Now What?’ is clear, practical, and easy to follow. It’s a helpful listen if you’re new to managing people or want a straightforward refresher on leadership basics. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bree Bacon
    United States3 months ago
  • Great Insights and Education

    I was honored to be a guest on this show and enjoyed the in-depth conversation and insights that we discussed. Every episode is packed with practical and actionable ideas that you can use in your own life and workplace

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hijimfielding
    United States6 months ago
  • A must-listen if you want to lead well!

    Finally, a podcast that will help you grow as a leader that isn’t 2 hours long! Desiree is easy to listen to, smart, and engaging solo, and has a way of pulling out the best bites of wisdom from her guests. Whether it’s your first day in management or you’ve been leading people for a long time, you will take away a nugget of wisdom that will improve the way you show up with your people. Subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrea Burkly
    United States6 months ago
  • Great listen!

    Desiree shares her expertise with a curiosity for her guests’ experiences and perspectives. An enjoyable and informative listen every time!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeatherLPowers
    United States6 months ago

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How to Build Psychological Safety on Your Team | Lessons from "The Culture Code" by Daniel Coyle | Tessa Kampen
Q: How do you begin building safety when you're new to a team or joining a new project?
Start by encouraging questions, avoiding judgment, and showing appreciation when someone raises concerns; hire for fit and establish ground rules that invite dialogue and experimentation, even if it means making mistakes early on.
How to Build Psychological Safety on Your Team | Lessons from "The Culture Code" by Daniel Coyle | Tessa Kampen
Q: What is the thing you would tell teams about psychological safety if you had to explain it without citing the book?
Psychological safety is about creating an environment where people feel safe to speak up, ask questions, admit mistakes, and challenge ideas without fear of retribution, which directly enables learning, collaboration, and higher performance.
How Leaders Create a Happier Workplace | Greg Kettner
Q: What homework would you give someone? Three tips or tricks as a leader or for themselves to be happier?
Start with a gratitude text or short call to someone you care about, then schedule a 50-minute block for a quick reset (walk the dog, stretch, or laugh). Finish by incorporating a brief practice of awe—spend a few extra seconds looking at something beautiful or interesting to shift perspective and mood.
How Leaders Can Reduce Turnover by Rethinking Team Culture | Eric Termuende
Q: What's one takeaway you want listeners to remember from this episode about reducing turnover?
Lead with clear, differentiated expectations and provide a voice for everyone; create a culture where people feel seen, heard, and trusted, so they can decide if this is the right fit for them before they join—and stay.
How Leaders Can Reduce Turnover by Rethinking Team Culture | Eric Termuende
Q: How have things changed since you wrote about the future of work, and what differences stand out today?
Directionally things have sped up, uncertainty has increased, and there's more variability in the workplace; the core ideas about aligning values, culture, and work experience remain crucial, even as specifics evolve.

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