What if the most powerful way to lead isn’t loud or flashy, but quiet, intentional, and fully your own?

In this guest episode of Amplifying Leadership, Michelle J Howe, CEO and Founder of Empath Evolution, explores what it really means to lead authentically and introduces the Quiet Power Revolution - a shift away from loud, performative leadership toward a more grounded, natural approach.

We dive into self-leadership, the importance of leading by example, and how to engage your team by understanding their strengths and helping them feel genuinely valued.

Michelle also breaks down the difference between deep thinking and overthinking, and why “good enough” often beats perfection.

She wraps up by sharing her personal formula for success - rooted in self-awareness, intentional action, and leading in a way that truly fits who you are.

Michelle J Howe, Founder and CEO, Empath Evolution

www.empathevolution.com

Integrating Intellect & Perception Into Embodied Authority.

Episode 1 - Tara shares a her leadership story and an introduction to this podcast.

Unlock the secrets to becoming a truly authentic leader.

In this episode, with our guest Jon Sheldon, Founder and Coach of Belleauwood Coaching, we discuss four essential components of the blueprint to help you define leadership on your own terms.

Discover a structured approach for clarifying what leadership means to you, and explore common challenges leaders face along with practical strategies to overcome them.

Learn why alignment is critical for sustainable success. We also dive into the power of communication and how it fuels trust, engagement, and clarity across teams.

Whether you’re new to leadership or looking to refine your style, this episode provides actionable strategies to step confidently into your authentic leadership journey.

Tune in and start leading with purpose, clarity, and impact.

What do you do when something you built no longer fits the direction you’re meant to lead?

In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, I share the leadership lesson behind our decision to close Twin Life Coaching and move forward fully with Amplifying Leadership as a standalone company..

If you’ve ever felt stuck between what you’ve always done and what you know you’re meant to do next, this conversation will help you recognize the signs it’s time to evolve, refocus your leadership, and move forward with clarity and confidence.

The leadership skill most leaders overlook but can transform teams?

Active listening.

In this episode, with our guest Emma Collyer, Owner of Aspire Executive Coaching, we dive into what active listening really is, why it’s crucial for solving problems and building trust, and how curiosity, the “awkward pause,” and avoiding assumptions can strengthen your team culture.

You’ll discover how missing this skill can lead to miscommunication and disengagement, and why leaders who truly listen get to the root of issues faster.

Plus, we share practical strategies to start listening - and leading - better today, helping you create a workplace where people feel heard, respected, and motivated.

Ever felt stuck making a big decision at work, waiting for the ‘perfect’ time or information?

This week on Tip Thursday with Tara, we explore how emotions can hijack your decision-making, and what every leader needs to know to stay clear-headed and move their team forward.

In this episode, we dive into decision-making for leaders and how emotions can unexpectedly influence your choices.

You’ll get practical leadership tips for managing emotions at work, avoiding analysis paralysis, and keeping your team moving forward with confidence.

Perfect for leaders and managers looking to make better, faster decisions without letting feelings take control.

Inclusive leadership isn’t just about good intentions or corporate statements. It shows up in everyday decisions, in who gets heard, who gets promoted, and who quietly gets left out.

So what does it really mean to lead inclusively, and why does it matter more than ever? In this episode of Amplifying Leadership with our guest, Dr. Riza Kadilar, former president of EMCC Global / mentor / coach, we unpack the true definition of inclusive leadership and the challenges organizations face when trying to build cultures where people genuinely feel valued.

We explore how privilege and unconscious bias influence leadership decisions, often without leaders realizing it, and how those patterns shape engagement, trust, and performance.

We also examine the business impact - from stronger culture and innovation to the real cost of disengagement and turnover when inclusion is ignored.

Inclusive leadership isn’t a trend or a checkbox. It’s a strategic advantage for any organization that wants to perform at its highest level.

Decisions are part of every leader’s day, however sometimes we get stuck not because the choice is hard, but because we’re carrying responsibility for decisions that aren’t even ours.

In this episode of Tip Thursday with Tara, I share a simple approach around Clarity Before Choice that helps you separate what’s yours from what isn’t, reduce stress, and take action with confidence.

I’ll share a real-life leadership story, and a quick exercise you can try today.

If you want to go deeper and build your own decision clarity framework, check out my Amplifying Leadership Circle Community (Inner Circle) for an extended Tip Thursday With Tara, where we explore practical strategies to make better decisions every day. Information and 14-day free trial links available at www.amplifyingleadership.ca/community-info.