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You’re The Boss, Now What? with Desiree Petrich | Leadership Development for New Managers

This isn’t another “be more confident and host better meetings” podcast for managers.

When you stepped into leadership, everything changed. Assigning tasks now feels risky. Your team dynamics are confusing. Toxic culture might be creeping in. And suddenly, managing isn’t just about work, it’s about showing up as the leader your team needs.

I’m Desiree, the leadership coach who got promoted at 24, led a healthcare facility through the pandemic, and now helps new and aspiring managers build their leadership skills from the inside out. On You’re the Boss, Now What?, you’ll get the actionable tools seasoned experts often miss:

How to delegate without losing control
How to build trust, respect, and executive presence
How to stop feeling overwhelmed and actually enjoy leading
How to lead impactful team meetings and build a cohesive, high-performing team
How to fix toxic culture, handle conflict and difficult employees, and hold people accountable

Among the episodes, we also break down popular leadership books, so you can apply what matters and skip what doesn’t.

If you’re wondering why your team doesn’t respect you, why conflict keeps flaring up, or how to get promoted into leadership, you've landed in the right place. Each week, I share candid coaching, real-world frameworks like DISC, Working Genius, and the 5 Dysfunctions of a Team, and the kind of clarity you won’t get from a generic Google search.

So if you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself, elevate your leadership presence, and build a team that actually works, hit play. This podcast is your behind-the-scenes edge to becoming the leader you were meant to be.

This is where we will answer the question; "You're the Boss, Now What?"

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You’re The Boss, Now What? with Desiree Petrich | Leadership Development for New Managers

I Read the Book "Creativity Inc", By Ed Catmull So You Don't Have To!

March 20, 2025 • Desiree Petrich - Intentional Action • Episode 89

The Leadership Lessons Pixar Can Teach You About Innovation & AccountabilitySHOW DESCRIPTION:

What if great leadership wasn’t about having all the answers, but about creating an environment where your team can thrive? In this episode, we dive into Creativity, Inc. by Ed Catmull and uncover the leadership lessons that made Pixar a powerhouse of creativity and innovation. If you’re looking to build trust, encourage problem-solving, and stop micromanaging, this episode is for you.

SHOW NOTES:

Are you unknowingly stifling your team’s potential? Many leaders feel stuck between wanting to empower their employees and fearing mistakes or loss of control. But as Creativity, Inc. reveals, the best leaders create a culture of accountability, trust, and open communication.

In this episode, we break down:✅ Why you don’t need permission to take responsibility, and why waiting for approval can kill innovation✅ The power of open communication , and how Pixar avoided corporate hierarchy bottlenecks✅ How removing the fear of failure makes teams more creative and engaged✅ What Creativity, Inc. taught me about adaptive integrity, staying true to your values while evolving as a leader

This episode will challenge the way you think about leadership, risk-taking, and what it really means to empower your team.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL LEARN:

How to encourage proactive problem-solving without micromanaging
The one question that helps leaders shift from control to trust
Why fostering a culture of accountability can make or break your team’s success

When you finish listening, I’d love to hear your biggest takeaway! Take a screenshot of this episode, share it on Instagram stories, and tag me @desireepetrich.

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