Bad Bosses, Great Leaders
This podcast is dedicated to empowering leaders with actionable insights and practical strategies that drive change, progress, and strong team dynamics. Each episode, hosted by Rebecca Vickers, delivers targeted strategies, real-world examples, and expert insights, all crafted to equip you with the essential tools for effective leadership. For every episode Rebecca welcomes a special guest on the show to share their experiences whether it's navigating their own leadership growth or helping coach others. Whether you lead a small group or an entire organization, or you are learning how to manage yourself first, join us for this series as we delve into the diverse aspects of leadership through concise and engaging segments. This podcast is owned and produced by B&B Vickers Entertainment LLC.
Episodes
In this behind-the-scenes episode, Luis Roman joins Rebecca to share what really happens at the intersection of HR, leadership, and company culture.
With years of experience across corporate, nonprofit, and startup environments, Luis gives us a human-centered take on what it means to lead with integrity, especially when systems fall short and people feel the impact.
We talk about:
- Why HR should be the protector of both ...
You can’t lead AI transformation if you don’t understand how people respond to change.
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, change strategist Marina Morgan joins Rebecca to unpack the real obstacles behind AI integration, not software, not infrastructure, but people.
Marina shares how leaders can support emotional resilience, build adaptability, and create space for teams to explore new technology without fear, bu...
Julie Holunga is on a mission to rid the world of lazy leadership. In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, she joins Rebecca to call out the communication habits and leadership defaults that derail even the most well-meaning teams.
From overloaded calendars to vague feedback, Julie breaks down the small choices that lead to big problems and shares how intentional leadership helps teams align faster, communicate more ...
You’re ready to grow. So why does it still feel impossible to move forward?
In this empowering episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, coach and author Hilda Fainsod shares how leaders can get out of their own way by learning to identify and interrupt the mental saboteurs that keep them stuck. Drawing from her years of coaching executives through change, Hilda explains how to lead yourself first, especially when the road ahe...
Explore the transformative journey of leadership with Chris Gillen as he delves into the concept of "The Villain Trap."
Discover how blame and villainization can silently erode trust within organizations and personal relationships.
Chris shares insights from his book, offering a fresh perspective on moving from a victim mindset to one of ownership, and how this shift can redefine leadership both at work and at home.
Explore the transformative journey of Betsy Pepine as she navigates life-altering challenges, from a career in pharmaceuticals to thriving in real estate.
Discover how Betsy redefined success by breaking free from societal and self-imposed boxes, embracing change, and finding her true passion.
This episode delves into the power of self-awareness, the courage to pivot, and the importance of writing your own narrative.
Ever wondered how to transition from being a specialist to a leader without losing your edge?
In this episode, Dipti Patel and Rebecca Vickers explore the art of leadership, sharing insights on preventing burnout, fostering team growth, and balancing data with emotional intelligence.
Whether you're a high performer or guiding one, discover strategies to enhance your leadership journey and make impactful decisions.
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Mentorship has been hijacked by corporate buzzwords and checkbox programs. But what if real mentorship isn’t something you assign, it’s something you earn?
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Dr. Deborah Heiser reframes everything we think we know about mentoring. As a developmental psychologist and founder of The Mentor Project, Deborah breaks down the emotional core of real mentorship, why it can’t be forced, a...
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, we’re joined by Jurriaan Kamer, a former software engineer turned organizational change agent, who unpacks what really holds teams and companies back from high performance.
From the myth of empowerment to the illusion of strategy, Jurriaan challenges traditional leadership roles and invites us to rethink what it means to lead effectively. Drawing on his experience in self-manag...
In this rare group conversation, Rebecca interviews the founders of Alliance Practice—Lee Manis, Bob Briggs, and Thomas Bognanno—for a masterclass in mission-driven leadership.
With over 100 years of combined nonprofit and business experience, these three leaders unpack what most people get wrong about scaling, why alignment trumps ambition, and how trauma-informed leadership is reshaping the future of impact work.
From the importa...
In this episode of "Bad Bosses, Great Leaders," Rebecca Vickers chats with executive leadership expert Mark L. Vincent to explore the nuances between managing and leading.
They delve into the transformative journey of leadership, discussing the three pivotal turns in an executive's career and the importance of maintaining a learning posture.
Mark shares insights on process consulting, adaptive change, and the art of ...
Ever wondered what it takes to transform from a good boss to a great leader? In this episode of the "Bad Bosses Great Leaders" podcast, we dive deep with Liz Weber, a leadership consultant with over 30 years of experience.
Liz reveals her journey from launching a training company to becoming a trusted advisor in strategic planning and executive coaching.
Discover her "Five Stages of Focused Leadership" model and...
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Rebecca Vickers sits down with Jaclyn Strominger for a candid conversation about leadership, career pivots, and the lessons learned from life at 30,000 feet—literally.
Jaclyn shares stories from her travels that reveal how small moments of kindness (or rudeness) can shift an entire experience, and why leadership shows up in how we treat people in every interaction.
She opens up about na...
What happens when your boss leads with fear, and you still have to lead others?
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Jenn Donahue shares the story of surviving one of the worst leaders she’s ever worked under: a commanding officer in Afghanistan who yelled, intimidated, and hollowed out morale.
But instead of following that example, Jenn made a decision that shaped her entire leadership approach.
From com...
When you think of leadership, facilitation might not be the first word that comes to mind. But as Therese Miclot explains in this conversation, it’s a game-changer; and a skill too few leaders are taught.
Therese shares how her time leading global L&D at a multibillion-dollar company revealed the real difference between promotable leaders and ones who stay stuck: their ability to communicate, adapt, and influence in ro...
You can’t build trust with a checklist and you can’t fake safety with platitudes.
In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, Adrian Cole shares what he’s learned about leadership, psychological safety, and inclusion across diverse roles, from operations and product management to DEI.
Drawing on real-life moments, Adrian opens up about the tension between good intentions and true impact, and what happens when leaders don...
Lisa Robyn Wood didn’t leave her senior role because of lack of ability; she walked away because self-doubt convinced her she wasn’t enough.
In this honest and energizing episode, Lisa shares how a crisis of confidence shifted her path toward coaching and why she’s dedicated to helping managers who feel stuck, exhausted, or unsupported.
She opens up about the realities of performance pressure, the pitfalls of “empowerment” gone wron...
Imagine facing workplace bullying as a young broadcast journalist and transforming that experience into a powerful career in HR leadership.
Susan Hensley reveals her journey of resilience, sharing how creativity and self-advocacy became her tools for success. Discover practical strategies for overcoming perfectionism and building a supportive team environment.
Whether you're in HR or any leadership role, Susan's insights ...
What if your biggest leadership challenge isn’t strategic; it’s emotional?
In this powerful and eye-opening episode, clinical hypnotherapist and former ICU nurse Leslie Thornton joins Rebecca to explore what keeps high-performing leaders stuck.
Spoiler alert: it’s not a lack of intelligence. It’s disconnection from your body, your emotions, and your worth.
Leslie unpacks why traditional goal setting, productivity ...
Being the smartest person in the room might earn you respect, but it won’t make you a great leader.
In this compelling episode, cybersecurity expert, author, and Ironman athlete Christian Espinosa shares why emotional intelligence, communication, and humility are the missing links in high-performing technical teams.
Drawing from his military background and extreme endurance sports, Christian brings a fresh perspective to leadership ...
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