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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
Trust
Self-Awareness
Conflict Resolution
Accountability
Emotional Intelligence
Personal Growth
Working Genius
Work-Life Balance
Meetings
Employee Engagement
Management
Time Management
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Team Engagement

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

You've heard it your whole life. When life gives you lemons, make lemonade. 

And most of the time? That's good advice. 

But in this week's tip, Desiree challenges the idea that you always have to find the positive spin — and introduces a concept th... more

Why does feedback feel so uncomfortable at work?

Why do annual reviews often feel unhelpful?

 Why do employees get defensive?

 And why do leaders wait so long to address issues that by the time they finally say something, it feels overwhelming?

In ... more

Your team is always watching, whether you realize it or not. In this leadership tip episode, Desiree shares why the habits you model at work and at home shape the culture, mindset, and confidence of the people around you.

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Your team does... more

What happens when you care deeply about your team… but they stop respecting your leadership?

In this episode, Desiree is joined by Drew from the Iron and Empathy podcast for a conversation about one of the hardest parts of leadership: balancing acco... more

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Recent Guests

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
Jim Fielding
Executive coach, bestselling author and former president of Disney stores worldwide.
Disney
Episode: Using a Growth Mindset to Build Trust and Accountability on Teams | Jim Fielding
Andy Storch
Author, speaker, and host of the Talent Development Hot Seat podcast
Talent Development Hot Seat
Episode: The Reputation That Grows a Manager's Career | Andy Storch

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 128 ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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 States4 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 States4 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 States4 months ago
  • Great Resource!

    Love the examples that Desiree and her guests share. Very relatable and easy to apply.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KTurman
    United States4 months ago

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Content is consistently described as relatable, realistic, and easy to apply.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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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Two practical leadership conversations and solo insights focus on building healthier teams, reducing drama, and increasing trust at work. Episodes emphasize psychological safety, clear accountability, effective one-on-one and team meetings, and applying frameworks from well-known books to real-world leadership challenges. Listeners can expect actionable techniques for managing conflict, fostering belonging, and improving performance without micromanagement, all delivered in concise, implementation-ready segments. A notable strength is blending established leadership concepts with relatable stories and quick takeaways that can be immediately applied in daily work life.

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4. Tessa Campin
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7. Sarah Ohanesian
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