Why Being “Nice” Can Be Holding You Back as a Leader

Jennifer Doty | Building a Portfolio Career and Leading with Purpose

I am so excited to share my conversation with Jennifer Doty with you all. Jennifer spent 20 years climbing the corporate ladder, but her story is about much more than just business. She shares the big lesson she learned when she had to lead a technology team while knowing zero about tech—it taught her how to get "comfortable being uncomfortable". We dive deep into personal development and how Jennifer had to "reprogram" her brain. For a long time, her whole identity was just her job title. After losing her job and going through a divorce, she used therapy, coaching, and meditation to find out who she really was and what she truly wanted. She explains how these habits helped her stop being "stuck" and start creating a life she actually loves. Jennifer also talks about her "portfolio career". This means she has her main job, but she also runs a side business based on a health product she is passionate about. She shares how having more than one way to make money gave her family security and freedom. Finally, we talk about servant leadership. Jennifer believes a great leader shines a light on others so they can see their own potential. She tells amazing stories about making hard choices that were best for her team, even when it was scary for her own career. If you want to learn how to lead with purpose and design a life that fits your passions, you don't want to miss this episode! www.jenniferdoty.com [www.jenniferdoty.com] About Trienne (www.trienne.com [www.trienne.com]) "A true personal development junkie because I have seen the shifts that have happened in my life and the lives of my clients and teams with these tools applied. I believe happiness = progress and fulfillment is the result.I know with small intentional actions in leading ourselves every day, we can make the impact we’d like to see in the world around us through leadership and influence.In this podcast you will hear every day leadership lessons from my clients, my team or my own experiences that have improved communication, culture, and collaboration creating a ripple effect throughout our networks."

Stop Over-Leading: The Simple Shift That Improves Team Communication

Are you unintentionally over-leading your team? In this episode, Stop Over-Leading: The Simple Shift That Improves Team Communication, we break down one of the most common leadership habits that quietly limits team engagement—talking too much, stepping in too quickly, and leaving little room for your team to contribute. If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying the weight of leadership alone or your team isn’t speaking up with ideas, this episode will help you understand why—and what to do instead. You’ll learn a simple, practical shift that improves team communication, increases ownership, and creates space for better ideas to surface—without adding more to your plate. * Why over-leading reduces team communication and engagement * How to create space for your team to share ideas and take ownership * A simple leadership habit that improves clarity and decision-making Ready to lead with more confidence, clarity, and support—without feeling like you have to do it all? Book your Leadership Strategy Call and we’ll: • Identify where you may be over-leading • Strengthen your team communication and engagement • Build a leadership approach that works with your team, not just on them 👉 Schedule your call here [https://trienne.com/btctstrategycall] If this episode resonated, be sure to subscribe and share it with a fellow leader who’s ready to grow their impact.

Why Great Leaders Listen More: How to Unlock Your Team’s Best Ideas

It sounds simple: learn from your team. But when you’re in a leadership role, it doesn’t always feel that easy. The pressure to have answers… to guide… to keep everything on track… It can quietly shift you into doing more talking than listening. In this episode, we’re breaking down what really happens when leaders unintentionally take up too much space—and how that impacts team engagement, communication, and growth. Because your team isn’t just there to be led. They’re there to contribute. When you learn how to create space for their ideas, something powerful happens: Leadership becomes lighter. Decisions become clearer. And growth becomes something you build together. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: * Why leaders tend to overstep in conversations (without realizing it) * How to create space for your team to speak up and contribute * Simple shifts to improve communication and team ownership immediately 💭 If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying leadership on your own, this episode is for you. If you’re ready to stop feeling like you have to have all the answers and start leading with more clarity, confidence, and support—this is your next step. Book a Leadership Strategy Call [https://trienne.com/btctstrategycall]where we’ll: • Identify where you may be over-leading (and how to shift it) • Strengthen your communication and team engagement • Build a leadership approach that works with your team, not just on them

Why Being “Nice” Can Be Holding You Back as a Leader

We’ve been taught that good leaders are nice—agreeable, accommodating, and always focused on keeping the peace. But what if being “nice” is actually costing you credibility, clarity, and impact? In this episode, we unpack the truth about nice leadership and why avoiding hard conversations doesn’t protect your team—it holds them back. You’ll learn the difference between being nice and being kind with intention, how discomfort plays a critical role in growth, and why accountability is one of the most respectful things a leader can offer. This conversation is for leaders who: * Avoid tough conversations to keep things comfortable * Want to lead with empathy and authority * Are ready to stop managing emotions and start creating results If you’re becoming the kind of leader who develops people—not just manages them—this episode is for you. About Trienne [https://www.trienne.com] "A true personal development junkie because I have seen the shifts that have happened in my life and the lives of my clients and teams with these tools applied. I believe happiness = progress and fulfillment is the result. I know with small intentional actions in leading ourselves every day, we can make the impact we’d like to see in the world around us through leadership and influence. In this podcast you will hear every day leadership lessons from my clients, my team or my own experiences that have improved communication, culture, and collaboration creating a ripple effect throughout our networks."   Let’s get intentional…

Use your past to create an intentional future

Use Your Past to Create Your Future Your past leadership experiences weren’t mistakes—they were preparation. In this episode, we explore how your leadership has evolved over time and why reflection—not perfection—is the key to sustainable growth. From early leadership habits rooted in survival and proving yourself, to leading with intention, clarity, and confidence, this conversation invites you to reframe your past as a strategic advantage. You’ll learn how to: * Use past leadership experiences as data, not baggage * Turn reflection into clearer, more confident decision-making * Identify what to repeat, refine, and release in your leadership * Lead forward without starting over This episode is for leaders who are ready to stop judging their past and start building from it—with purpose.