Branching Out With Sierra

Episode 47: Leadership That Stands the Test of Time

What does it actually take to build something that lasts? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Patti Solenberger of Solenberger’s Home & Hardware, a family-owned business that has served its community for over a century, to explore the kind of leadership that endures. Through a conversation rooted in real life, Patti shares how her journey, from raising a family to stepping into a role in a multi-generational business, shaped the way she leads today. Together, they unpack the role of values, service, consistency, and faith in building trust over time, and why leadership isn’t defined by credentials, but by how you show up day after day. This episode is a reminder that leadership doesn’t have to be loud to be impactful, and that the way we treat people, the way we serve, and the way we stay committed over time is what truly stands the test of time. time.https://www.solenbergershardware.com/

Episode 46: Connecting People, Creating Impact

What does leadership actually look like in everyday life? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins sits down with Della DeHaven, a Small Business Advocate and community connector, to explore a powerful but often overlooked form of leadership—supporting, connecting, and elevating others. After a 45-year career in corporate leadership, Della has stepped into a new season focused on helping people gain visibility, build relationships, and strengthen the environment around them. While much of her work centers on supporting small businesses, this conversation goes beyond that to uncover a universal leadership principle: when people are supported, seen, and connected, entire communities grow stronger. Together, Sierra and Della explore what it looks like to lead without a title, why connection is a form of influence, and how small, intentional actions can create meaningful impact over time. This episode will challenge listeners to rethink leadership—not as a position, but as a choice to show up, support others, and make a difference right where they are. https://www.womenofwinc.com/ https://www.sbfalliance.org/ https://regionalchamber.biz/ https://tinyurl.com/MaxwellMentoring101 https://tinyurl.com/LittleRedBookofSelling

Episode 45: “Lead Well. Live Fully” with Nicole Myers

What does it really take to lead well and live fully? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with Nicole Myers, Owner of Dream Vacations, community leader, and values-driven entrepreneur, for a candid conversation about reinvention, delegation, burnout, and building a life you do not need to escape from. Nicole shares how multiple career pivots shaped her leadership maturity and why she believes success without sustainability eventually leads to burnout. Together, they explore the internal shift required to delegate, how creating freedom changes the way you lead, and why travel is not an indulgence but restoration. This episode challenges high achieving professionals to stop postponing joy and start designing leadership that protects both performance and perspective. Because leading well is not just about results. It is about building a life that allows you to live fully. www.weinspiretravel.com http://nmyers.dreamvacations.com/travel/HomePage.html facebook.com/weinspiretraveldreamvacations https://www.linkedin.com/company/dream-vacations-nicole-myers-leroy-myers-and-associates/? viewAsMember=true @Nicoleinspirestravel - Instagram @ weinspiretravel -TikTok YouTube - https://youtube.com/@weinspiretravel?si=sdFplElUg6BekjlY Digital Business Card- https://linqapp.com/nicole_myers3?r=link [https://linqapp.com/nicole_myers3?r=link]https://branchingoutpodcast.com/ [https://branchingoutpodcast.com/] https://www.sierralearnership.com/ [https://www.sierralearnership.com/]

Episode 44: “The Illusion of Self-Awareness” with Sierra Collins

Most leaders believe they are self-aware. They reflect on their actions, think through their decisions, and assume they understand how they show up for others. But what if that clarity is only part of the picture? In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra Collins explores the gap between how we see ourselves and how others experience us. This conversation challenges the assumption that self-awareness can be developed in isolation and highlights the role feedback, relationships, and perspective play in helping leaders grow. Sierra unpacks why reflection alone isn’t enough, how blind spots quietly impact communication and trust, and what it looks like to become more open to feedback—even when it’s uncomfortable. She also shares practical ways leaders can begin to uncover what they may not be seeing and use that awareness to lead more effectively. If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re seeing yourself as clearly as you think you are, this episode offers a thoughtful and practical perspective.

Episode 43: “Meeting People Where They Are: Leadership That Removes Barriers” with La-Tanya Hines

Leadership often begins with something simple: noticing a need that others may overlook. In this episode of Branching Out with Sierra, Sierra sits down with La-Tanya Hines, Director of Love In Action, a grassroots nonprofit working to increase access to fresh, healthy food for families in underserved communities. Through mobile food distribution, community partnerships, and a deep commitment to serving others with dignity, La-Tanya is helping remove barriers that prevent families from accessing essential resources. Together, they explore powerful leadership lessons that extend far beyond nonprofit work. From recognizing hidden barriers to meeting people where they are and building meaningful partnerships, this conversation highlights how thoughtful, compassionate leadership can strengthen families and entire communities. https://liastephenscity.com/ https://www.facebook.com/LoveInActionLIAva