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Leadership Unscripted

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A leadership podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders and industry experts on real-world leadership topics. Each episode is designed to inspire, challenge, and empower current and aspiring leaders with practical insights they can apply right away.

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July 15, 2026

Authenticity Isn't a Leadership Style — It's a Daily Practice

What does it actually mean to lead authentically — not as a concept, but on a Tuesday morning when things get hard? In this episode of Leadership Unscripted, I sit down with Ashley Pineiro, Director of Human Resources at Dine Development Corporation and owner of AP Workforce Solutions, to get real about what authentic leadership looks like in practice. Ashley's work centers on employee engagement, leadership development, and building people strategies that drive meaningful impact — and she brings that expertise to life in a conversation that is as practical as it is honest. We dig into the gap that trips up so many leaders: the space between what you say and what you do. Ashley shares a candid story from her own leadership journey that reveals how even well-intentioned leaders can send the wrong message without ever realizing it — and how closing that gap changes everything. We also explore how to stay true to yourself under pressure, why transparency doesn't mean sharing everything, how vulnerability actually builds credibility rather than undermining it, and why the leaders people most want to follow don't lead from power — they lead from genuine connection. If you've ever wondered whether being "real" at work could cost you your authority, this episode will change the way you think about that.

June 17, 2026

Your Best Employee is Burning Out (And You Might Not See It)

Burnout is one of those topics that never stops being relevant—and in this episode of Leadership Unscripted, we dig into what it really is and what leaders can actually do about it. Host Ashley Vest is joined by Dr. Alicia King Anderson, author of the recently published book Burnout Recovery, for an honest conversation about how burnout shows up, why it's so often missed, and how leaders can protect both themselves and their teams. Together they explore what burnout really is from a clinical perspective and how it differs from everyday stress and disengagement, along with the subtle signs leaders often miss in their people—and in themselves. Dr. Anderson shares practical ways to set healthy boundaries, the first steps to take if you're already burned out, and simple daily habits that build lasting resilience. The throughline: setting boundaries and modeling healthy habits isn't letting your team down—it's showing them what sustainable success looks like. Want to go deeper? Dr. Anderson's book Burnout Recovery, and her manager training program is linked below with a special discount code for our listeners. 🔗 <a href= "https://www.amazon.com/Burnout-Recovery-Neurodivergent-Friendly-Wisdom-Using-ecopsychology/dp/B0FFG4GD8W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1KCRAP7C49QEY&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.gLI8R-XfCYaR3x8Snuvq7xVQaJhmVhvR48q7-xeP66OZtG8nC6cxo5YHl3flePxSHwOUrtgNHH8d9GESfGIbkO0qOWlSqzPq-cM9jKiFSQTHU0-z7i_TMbVeUucP3T79ryoO-Bfn0ZEMyumDjKDZoqnCIcbMWpK5YXjufceZyqywwv7YVDMD40zS_134TlndHLHJw5LtIeOR97Au1M6BP1b6tPQ3Qe44EvPRoKiquqA.UdXpp7xKypQ_uIuqfI0bJZQ4I5HfK2x8oCyP-_FDkcs&dib_tag=se&keywords=burnout+recovery+alicia+anderson&qid=1781292651&sprefix=burnout+recovery+alicia%2Caps%2C134&sr=8-1"> Burnout Recovery: A Neurodivergent-Friendly Guide to Healing Burnout Through Nature's Wisdom</a> 🔗 <a href= "https://burnout-recovery-prevention-wildfire.thinkific.com/courses/people-manager-training"> How Managers Can Prevent Employee Burnout</a>— use code UNSCRIPTED for a 33% discount

May 12, 2026

Silence is a Leadership Decision (And It Has A Cost)

Accountability conversations are some of the most important—and most avoided—moments in leadership. In this episode of Leadership Unscripted, host Ashley Vest sits down with Justin Hale, Master Trainer with Crucial Learning and co-author of the latest edition of Crucial Accountability, to unpack why leaders so often stay silent when performance gaps appear—and what it really takes to address them effectively. Together, they explore why avoidance and silence are the most common responses to performance issues, and what's happening psychologically when leaders choose not to speak up. They also dig into how to balance empathy and accountability without lowering standards, why performance challenges are often misdiagnosed as motivation problems instead of gaps in ability or clarity, and how leading with curiosity—rather than judgment—creates better dialogue and stronger outcomes. This conversation challenges the idea that leaders must choose between being kind or being firm, offering practical insight into how honest, respectful accountability conversations can strengthen trust, improve performance, and shape healthier team cultures. If you've ever thought, "I know I should address this, but I don't want to make it worse," this episode is for you. And if you like the content in this episode, be sure to purchase the latest edition of Crucial Accountability, wherever books are sold.

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What is Leadership Unscripted?: A leadership podcast featuring candid conversations with leaders and industry experts on real-world leadership topics. Each episode is designed to inspire, challenge, and empower current and aspiring leaders with practical insights they can apply right away.
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Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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