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Simplifying the Complexities of Your Leadership Journey
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Monday May 11, 2026
Monday May 11, 2026
What happens when a leader realizes theyāve outgrown the room theyāre in? š In this episode of the Rising Tide Leadership Podcast, Scotty gets REAL about closing out 10 years at Indiana Wesleyan University and stepping into a brand-new season of life and leadership. šļø
š„ MO and Scotty unpack:
šŖ Necessary endings
š§ Identity beyond job titles
ā” Why role clarity matters
š„ The danger of getting too comfortable
š¤ Relationships that last beyond the workplace
š How adaptable leaders keep growing This isnāt just a conversation about leaving a jobā¦Itās about learning when growth requires letting go. Sometimes the hardest leadership move is standing up from the comfortable couch youāve been sitting on for years.
š Have you outgrown your current seasonā¦ but youāre afraid to admit it?
#Leadership #LeadershipPodcast #IdentityAndInfluence #NecessaryEndings #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #Adaptability #SelfLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #PersonalGrowth
Tuesday May 05, 2026
Tuesday May 05, 2026
What if the biggest problem in your leadershipā¦ is YOU? š³ In this episode, MO sits down with Croft Edwards to break down why culture isnāt something you fixāitās something you embody. From the power of conversations to the surprising role your body plays in high-stakes moments, this one will challenge how you show up as a leader every single day.
š„ If your team isnāt performing, this might be the wake-up call you didnāt know you needed. So hereās the question: Are you leading your teamā¦ or limiting them?
#Leadership #TeamCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #HighPerformance #EmotionalIntelligence #LeadershipGrowth #OrganizationalCulture #SelfLeadership #Influence #RisingTideLeadership
Monday May 04, 2026
Monday May 04, 2026
Gen Z isnāt lazyātheyāre just done with bad leadership. š³ In this episode, we break down why younger employees arenāt chasing titles, why burnout isnāt a badge of honor anymore, and why your leadership style might be the very thing pushing great people away. š„ If youāre still managing like itās 2005, youāre already behind. Itās time to shift from control to coaching and start building leaders who actually want to follow you.
š So hereās the real question: Would YOU want to be led by you?
#Leadership #GenZ #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeEngagement #FutureOfWork #LeadershipCoaching #Influence #TeamBuilding #careergrowth
More of MO:
www.youtube.com/risingtideleadership
https://buymeacoffee.com/risingtide.mo
https://www.linkedin.com/in/poorboymo/
https://www.facebook.com/risingtideculture
https://www.youtube.com/@risingtideleadership
https://www.instagram.com/rising_tide_leadership/
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-leadership-podcast/id1546034213
https://open.spotify.com/show/2jUqyH9hTOamOIOAxcO6yH?si=9d0ff2c2b2ae4289
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Tuesday Apr 21, 2026
Jerry Goldstein has helped thousands of students and young professionals learn the āunwritten rulesā of workāand in this episode, he is spilling the career tea āļø We talk about why talent alone is not enough, how to build confidence without arrogance, why relationships matter more than rĆ©sumĆ©s, and how young leaders can stand out in a crowded world. Jerry also breaks down his VICC framework: Value, Intent, Credibility, and Confidence. If you have ever felt behind, overlooked, or unsure of your next step, this episode is for you. š What is one thing you could do today to become more valuable, credible, and confident as a leader?
#Leadership #CareerGrowth #ProfessionalDevelopment #YoungProfessionals #Mentorship #Networking #CareerAdvice #Confidence #PersonalBrand #workplacesuccess
Monday Apr 06, 2026
Monday Apr 06, 2026
In this episode of the Rising Tide Leadership Podcast, MO and Scotty break down one of the biggest mistakes leaders make: assuming that clear communication is enough. šÆ
Just because people hear you does not mean they understand you. Great leaders know how to adjust their tone, pace, and delivery for different personalities without changing the message. From DiSC styles to real-world leadership examples, this episode will help you connect better, lead stronger, and stop wondering why your team ājust doesnāt get it.ā š„š„
š£ļø Are you communicating in a way your people can actually receive?
#Leadership #Communication #LeadershipDevelopment #Influence #TeamLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #DiSC #AdaptiveLeadership #CommunicationSkills #LeadershipPodcast
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Pressure doesnāt create your leadershipāit reveals it. š³ In this episode, Mo and Scott unpack emotional adaptability and why some leaders steady the room while others spread stress. From reacting vs. responding to trust, tone, and presence, this conversation will help you lead without blowing up your team. š„
š§ If pressure exposes patterns, what is your leadership revealing about you?
#Leadership #LeadershipDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #Influence #TeamCulture #SelfAwareness #LeadershipPodcast #TrustInLeadership #CommunicationSkills #PersonalGrowthĀ
More of MO:
www.rtclc.com www.youtube.com/risingtideleadership https://buymeacoffee.com/risingtide.mo https://calendar.app.google/ci87q1xPEoX8VStV8 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rising-tide-leadership-podcast/id1546034213 https://open.spotify.com/show/2jUqyH9hTOamOIOAxcO6yH?si=9d0ff2c2b2ae4289 https://medium.com/@poorboymo
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
What if leadership isnāt about titles, success, or influenceābut about how people feel after being with you?
āØ In this powerful conversation, Rabbi Daniel Cohen challenges leaders to rethink legacy, presence, and the daily choices that shape relationships. We unpack purpose, conviction vs. convenience, small acts of kindness, and why great leaders never confuse their role with their soul. This episode will make you pause, reflect, and lead differently.
š The question is: what will your leadership leave behind?
#LeadershipDevelopment #IntentionalLeadership #LegacyLeadership #RelationalLeadership #LeadWithPurpose #LeadershipMindset #PersonalGrowth #Influence #Presence #valuesbasedleadership
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Thursday Jan 08, 2026
Thursday Jan 08, 2026
What if the biggest threat to your leadership isnāt your teamābut you? š¤Æ In this episode, MO sits down with Jesse P. Gilmore to unpack why so many leaders become the bottleneck in their own organizationsāand how that quietly wrecks trust, momentum, and relationships. From single points of failure to sustainable leadership, this conversation is real, practical, and freeing.
š Leadership question: If you stepped away tomorrow, would your team thriveāor stall?
#Leadership #Entrepreneurship #CEOLeadership #BusinessGrowth #HealthyLeadership #FounderLife #TeamCulture #WorkLifeBalance #LeadBetter #risingtideleadership
Website: https://www.nicheincontrol.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessepgilmore
Leverage for Growth Wall of Proof: https://www.nicheincontrol.com/lfg-wall-of-proof
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Monday Jan 05, 2026
Monday Jan 05, 2026
New year, new goalsā¦ but will your leadership actually hold up under pressure? šÆ
In this episode of the Rising Tide Leadership Podcast, Mo and Scott dig into why adaptability starts with self-awareness, how pressure exposes your real leadership style, and why your greatest strengths might quietly become your biggest limitations. From real-life leadership moments to unexpected lessons, this conversation will challenge how you think about growth, relationships, and influence in the year ahead.
š So hereās the question: when pressure hits, what do people experience from you as a leader?
#LeadershipDevelopment #LeadershipPodcast #NewYearLeadership #AdaptableLeadership #SelfAwareLeader #LeadershipGrowth #LeadingUnderPressure #InfluenceMatters #PersonalGrowth #RisingTideLeadership
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Why do so many leaders start strong with goalsāonly to quit a few weeks later? š¤
In this solo episode, MO breaks down why most goals fail and how leaders can build goals that actually last. Drawing from elite athletics šāāļø, coaching, and real-world leadership, this episode challenges you to stop taking huge bites and start making meaningful progressāone step at a time. Plus, MO shares the exact goal-setting framework he uses with leaders he coaches (and yes, itās free š).
Soā¦ who actually knows your goals right now?
#LeadershipDevelopment #GoalSetting #LeadershipGrowth #IntentionalLeadership #AccountabilityMatters #PersonalGrowth #SelfLeadership #HighPerformanceLeadership #LeadershipPodcast #RisingTideLeadership