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The Well-led Podcast

The Well-led Podcast

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 Where professionalism meets imperfection. The Well-led Podcast invites leaders to explore the space where the need to get results meets the reality of managing people. Discover how to demonstrate care, support, and grace for your team–because the workplace needs human leaders. https://www.one23ltd.com Formerly the comfy chairs podcast.All rights reserved by WRKdefined Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • It’s Nice to Know You’re Human

    It’s Nice to Know You’re Human
    Jan 6 2026
    This episode explains why vulnerability is a foundational leadership skill and how leading well begins with self-leadership, self-awareness, and the courage to be human. You’ll learn what vulnerability actually means in a leadership context, why it strengthens trust rather than weakening authority, and how leaders can practice vulnerability in practical, appropriate ways that support their teams and work. Key takeaways Why leadership does not require perfection How vulnerability builds trust and credibility at work The difference between vulnerability and oversharing in leadership Why self-leadership and self-awareness come first How owning mistakes strengthens leadership effectiveness Timestamps 0:00:00 Leadership Paradox: Humanity vs. Perfection 0:01:05 Essential Leadership Mindsets Introduced 0:02:14 Self-Leadership and Vulnerability Defined 0:03:50 Story: Leadership Mistake and Vulnerability 0:07:08 Examples: Vulnerability in Practice 0:08:52 Vulnerability Enables Caring Leadership 0:09:35 Navy SEAL Story: Trust Through Vulnerability 0:11:20 Vulnerability as Bravery, Not Weakness 0:12:38 Closing: Podcast Support and Future Topics Keywords vulnerability in leadership human-centered leadership self-leadership leadership trust leadership mistakes emotional intelligence at work caring leadership leadership authenticity leadership development workplace trust
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    14 mins
  • End-of-year update from the comfy chairs

    End-of-year update from the comfy chairs
    Dec 30 2025

    Looking ahead: The comfy chairs becomes The Well-Led Podcast

    In this final episode of the year, Kate returns with a clear, simple update about the show’s evolution. On January 6th, the comfy chairs will officially relaunch as The Well-Led Podcast, beginning a year-long journey focused on the four essential domains of leadership: Demonstrating Care, Providing Support, Leading with Grace, and Staying Focused on Action.

    Kate revisits what’s changing, what remains steady, and why this new structure matters. Listeners will hear about the monthly theme model, the “Notes on Leading Well” format, and the practical tools that will anchor each week. She also previews January’s theme—vulnerability—and how it sets the tone for leading well in the months ahead.

    This episode closes the chapter on one season of the podcast and gently opens the door to what’s next. It’s a moment of gratitude, clarity, and optimism for leaders who want to step into the new year with intention.
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    5 mins
  • Culture Keepers

    Culture Keepers
    Dec 23 2025

    Culture Keepers: A conversation about managing versus leading.

    In this conversation, Kate sits down with Layci Nelson, founder of the Transcend Leadership Collective, to explore a deceptively simple question with big implications: What’s the real difference between managing and leading?

    Together, they unpack why effective leadership isn’t about choosing one or the other—it’s about integrating both. Layci emphasizes that leaders need fluency in two domains: the operational competence that keeps work moving and the visionary clarity that keeps people aligned and inspired.

    They dig into the value of understanding project management basics, paying attention to the details that shape team experience, and staying close enough to the work to remove friction meaningfully. Layci also shares a compelling story of a CEO who transformed his leadership approach by reconnecting with his employees—ultimately improving alignment, engagement, and satisfaction across the organization.

    The conversation also returns to core values: how they anchor decision-making, guide behavior, and keep leaders steady when things speed up, slow down, or veer unexpectedly.

    • Connect with Layci on LinkedIn
    • Learn more about her business
    • Listen to the Confessions of a Terrible Leader podcast

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    Music by Geoff Harvey from Pixabay
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    1 hr and 1 min
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