Welcome to another Mailbag edition of Aim Higher! In this episode, host Skip Prichard is joined by an amazing panel: Tammi Spayde, Rebecca Knipp, and newcomer Nic Grimes. Together, they dive into real questions from listeners—leaders and professionals who are navigating the ups and downs of the modern workplace.

From tackling team burnout and motivating high performers to giving tough feedback and managing shifting priorities, the panel candidly shares strategies and stories you can use right away. They’ll discuss how to celebrate small wins, foster trust, communicate clearly during times of change, and build confidence as a new manager.

Whether you’re a seasoned executive or just stepping into leadership for the first time, this episode is full of practical tips, real-life examples, and just the right amount of humor. Plus, you’ll gain insight into how resilient leaders can lean into questions and turn challenges into opportunities for growth.

So grab your notepad—maybe even a blue pen—and get ready to aim higher in your own leadership journey!

Kelly Siegel joins Skip Prichard on Aim Higher for a candid conversation about breaking destructive cycles and rebuilding a life with purpose. Kelly is the CEO of National Technology Management and author of Harder Than Life. He talks about growing up in poverty, battling addiction, and the turning points that changed everything. Kelly shares real stories, practical insights, and the mindset shifts that helped him move from chaos to strength. He explains how vulnerability shaped his growth and how anyone can move from survival to progress. This episode offers a direct look at resilience, personal change, and what it takes to rewrite your story.