The Messy Leadership Podcast

Managing people is hard. You’re constantly juggling the need to give constructive feedback, hold others accountable, and inspire change. "Messy Leadership" is here to help you navigate these complexities. Hosted by Christi Scarrow twice a month, this podcast features candid conversations with seasoned leaders who share their personal stories, struggles, and strategies to navigate the chaos and thrive. If you’re ready to embrace the mess and lead with confidence, clarity, and authenticity, this podcast is for you.

The Messy Leadership Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Christi Scarrow, with 20 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Christi Scarrow hosts The Messy Leadership Podcast, a business show with 20 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  A Coach Mindset for Everyday Leadership (With Tara Greenwood)

  Jun 10, 202515 minS1

  <p>Host Christi Scarrow interviews Tara Greenwood, CFO at GoCold Solutions, about leadership lessons and coaching techniques. Tara emphasizes the shift from directing to coaching, highlighting the importance of asking questions to understand and empower team members. She advises leaders to model desired behaviors, provide feedback, and foster open dialogue. Tara stresses the need for authentic leadership, recognizing personal strengths and weaknesses, and surrounding oneself with complementary skills. Influencing organizational culture involves rewarding desired behaviors and fostering accountability. Tara concludes that effective leadership is about becoming the best version of oneself.</p><p>Action Items</p><p>-Practice asking team...

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  Episode #18

  Leading with Humour in Tough Times (with Scott Lorimer)

  May 20, 202525 minS1

  <p>Host Christi Scarrow talks to Scott Lorimer, VP of Sales at Campbell's. Scott shares leadership insights rooted in his early work at McDonald’s. He emphasizes how combining hard work with fun has been foundational in shaping his career. Lorimer reflected on the challenges of team motivation and giving feedback.  He advocates for strategies that "create flight, not drag" and tailoring support to individual motivations. He underlines the importance of authenticity, consistency, humility, and humor in effective leadership. While humor can ease stress and boost morale, he noted the need for sensitivity to different personalities and situations.</p><br><br>...

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  Episode #17

  Let the Talent be the Talent (With Judy Whittaker)

  May 6, 202527 minS1

  <p>Host Christi Scarrow and Judy Whittaker explore the challenges and lessons of leadership, with a focus on people management. Judy shares her evolution from entrepreneur to corporate leader, emphasizing the role of coaching and vulnerability. A pivotal conversation between the two—over 20 years ago—sparked Judy's commitment to better leadership. The discussion highlights emotional intelligence, mental health, and aligning leadership with personal values. Judy encourages leaders to embrace mentorship, ongoing learning, and open communication..</p><br><br><p>Action Items</p><br><br><p>-Read "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, "Think Like a Monk" by Jay Shetty and "The Atla...

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  Episode #16

  People Before Policies: The Art of Being Human (with Stéphane Grenier)

  Apr 22, 202524 minS1

  <p>Host Christi Scarrow and Stéphane Grenier, founder of Mental Health Innovations Consulting, discussed his leadership journey, emphasizing the “leaders eat last” philosophy—putting employee needs before personal interests. Grenier criticized rigid organizational policies and stressed flexible, people-first leadership. He also called out token mental health initiatives like Mental Health Awareness Week and Bell Let's Talk Day, advocating instead for cultures built on genuine care and peer support. He emphasized that shifting organizational culture to support mental health is a long-term, patient process.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Action Items</p><p>-Establish a culture of care wh...

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  Episode #15

  What's Good for the Goose Might be Good for You (with Tracy Nolan)

  Apr 8, 202524 minS1

  <p>Host Christi Scarrow is joined by Tracy Nolan, Senior Vice President at Humana and Board Member at Dress for Success, who discusses her leadership journey, emphasizing the importance of understanding individual motivations and respecting different career goals. She highlights the value of listening and asking questions to foster understanding. Nolan shares a story about a goose that illustrates how you might be missing what truly matters to people. She also stresses the significance of providing and receiving feedback, noting that tough conversations are crucial for growth. Nolan advises leaders to balance their time between doing, managing, and leading, and...

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