Clear is the NEW Confident with Casey Watts

Inside a Coaching Call: Reframing Negative Feedback

This week, you'll hear what reframing negative feedback actually looks like. I share a snippet from a real coaching call with a seasoned English teacher who's carried one critical note from a previous principal for ten years. Listen for the questions, the reflective stems, and the pauses — that silence is the reflection doing its work. New here? Start with last week's episode, "You Got One Bad Note — Now Why Can't You Let It Go? [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catching-up-with-casey/id1720576042?i=1000769560604]" Read the article, Personifying the Red Mark [http://clearisconfident.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]

You Got One Bad Note- Now Why Can't You Let it Go?

One critical comment. That's all it takes to overshadow everything else that went right. In this episode, we explore why negative feedback carries so much more weight than it deserves, what that habit costs us, and how to stop giving a single red mark so much power over how we see ourselves and our work. Based on the article Personifying the Red Mark, this conversation gets honest about what it means to turn criticism into something bigger than it is — and what it looks like to finally put it in its place. Read the article, Personifying the Red Mark [http://clearisconfident.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]

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]