Clear is the NEW Confident with Casey Watts

How to Distill Your Thinking and Bring Clarity to Your Message

Do you struggle to make your message heard or gaining the confidence to state your message boldly? Former Hollywood actor and RADA teacher Dominic Colenso joins us to share the core ingredients of "cut-through," helping leaders and sales teams perform when it matters most. He reveals simple ways to distill your thinking and bring immediate clarity to your message, ensuring your leadership stands out from the crowd. By the time he was 26, Dominic Colenso had flown a spaceship, lost a million dollars, and been fired by Simon Cowell. A former Hollywood actor and RADA teacher, he now helps leaders and sales teams cut through the noise and perform when it matters most. Connect with Dominic here: https://www.youtube.com/@Dominiccolenso  [https://www.youtube.com/@Dominiccolenso] Cut Through: The Pitch and Presentation Playbook [https://www.cut-throughbook.com/] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Bring Casey to your next event to speak!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking] Subscribe to my newsletter to get the resources mentioned in podcast episodes!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter]

Let me be clear: Every Woman Needs Her Own Career Mission and Vision

Do you have a clear roadmap for your leadership journey? Julia Bialeski and I explore why every woman needs a personal career mission and vision to navigate the complexities of leadership. Join us to have a candid and clear conversation! Connect with Julia here: Julia Bialeski is a leadership practitioner, author, and speaker with more than 20 years of experience leading people and organizations through change, growth, and complexity. Her career spans roles as a teacher, school principal, professional development facilitator, and systems-level leader, giving her a deep understanding of the human side of leadership at every stage. Recognized for excellence in leadership and innovation, Julia was named the 2025 recipient of the University of Maryland College of Education’s Outstanding Alumni Award. She is the author of Leading with Grace: Cultivating Hope, Authenticity, and a Focus on People Throughout the Leadership Lifespan, a widely used resource for aspiring, new, and experienced leaders seeking to lead with clarity, courage, and heart. Julia is known for connecting with audiences through compelling personal stories and practical insights. She is deeply passionate about personal and professional development, mentorship, and helping leaders—especially women—integrate their work and personal lives through intentional, strategic, and sustainable approaches. Her work is grounded in her guiding mantra: Be brave, and care about people. Website: juliabialeski.com [http://juliabialeski.com]  LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/julia-bialeski-7a4a122a9  [http://linkedin.com/in/julia-bialeski-7a4a122a9] Instagram: julia.bialeski YouTube: JuliaBialeski Bring Casey to your next event to speak!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking] Subscribe to my newsletter to get the resources mentioned in podcast episodes!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter]

A Playbook for Tough Conversations

Are you avoiding the high-stakes discussions that your school community needs most? Join Tiffany Burns and Erika Bare as they share about their practical playbook for navigating tough conversations, de-escalating tension, and ensuring every interaction leads to a successful resolution. Gain the tools you need to overcome communication barriers and lead your team with greater confidence. Connect with Erika and Tiffany:  http://www.connectingthroughconversation.com  [http://www.connectingthroughconversation.com] ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Bring Casey to your next event to speak!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking] Subscribe to my newsletter to get the resources mentioned in podcast episodes!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter]

Let me Be Clear: We Need to do PD Differently with Kim Gameroz

In this episode, Casey sits down with Kim Gameros — educator, author, and founder of SELebrate Good Times [https://www.selebrategoodtimes.com/] and Teaching Inside Out [https://www.teachinginsideout.com/] — to talk about reimagining how teachers grow, connect, and thrive. In this episode: * How Kim's VIBEDU conference [https://www.teachinginsideout.com/vibe-edu] (Educators Defining Unity) throws out the slide decks and creates real, collaborative connection * Why inclusion means making space for every voice — including neurodivergent speakers like former student Lucy * The 3 AM moment that finally brought Kim's book Becoming the Bison [https://a.co/d/09fV6IZU] to life after 3.5 years of writing * Kim's vision for PD that feels like "a deep exhale" — not more work on your plate If you're an educator craving community over competition, this one's for you. Bring Casey to your next event to speak!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking  [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking] Subscribe to my newsletter to get the resources mentioned in podcast episodes!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter]

3 Truths about Second-Guessing

I used to second-guess everything. Not just menial decisions like what to wear, but big, life-changing things—my ability to lead a workshop, write a book, or even be a good friend or mom. If you’ve ever found yourself questioning if you're experienced, qualified, or worthy of a new opportunity, you know how exhausting that self-doubt is. In this episode, I'm sharing the three powerful truths I learned about second-guessing. We’ll dive into how this natural brain response is secretly costing you more than just time! If you're ready to become your own 'thought-interruptor' and gain the clarity it takes to finally end the significant cost of second-guessing, tune in! Bring Casey to your next event to speak!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/speaking]  Subscribe to my newsletter to get the resources mentioned in podcast episodes!  www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter [http://www.catchingupwithcasey.com/newsletter]