3 Toughest Leadership Problems— Solved

Leadership isn’t just about big wins—it’s about navigating pressure, tough decisions, and influence when things get messy. In this episode, leadership expert Dr. Katie Best shares a practical framework to help you lead with clarity—even when it feels hardest. You’ll learn: How to avoid reactive decision-making by clearly defining the real problem The difference between stress vs. strain—and how to prevent burnout A simple framework to lead with more clarity, confidence, and influence under pressure Show Notes Weekly Newsletter Sign-Up: New Manager Manual: Guest Resources: Book: Newsletter: Website: Career Contessa Resources Book 1:1 career coaching session: Take an online course: Get your personalized salary report: Sponsors Save 20% Off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/CONTESSA ! Shop now at fabletics.com/contessa to get 70-80% off everything when you sign up as a new VIP. Go to Biologica.com/CONTESSA and get up to 32% off your first subscription order today! Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at shopify.com/careercontessa. See Privacy Policy at and California Privacy Notice at .

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3 Toughest Leadership Problems— Solved is an episode from The Career Contessa Podcast by Lauren McGoodwin.

This episode is 00:37:24 long.

This episode was published on Apr 28, 2026.

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