Grounded and Aligned™
The podcast for people in senior roles who carry real responsibility - budgets, teams, visibility, and pressure - that doesn’t switch off at the end of the day.
If your role has grown faster than your comfort zone…
If you’re managing up, setting boundaries, delegating, and absorbing more than you used to…
If you care about being effective and human (without being inauthentic or pushing yourself past your limits), this show is for you.
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No hype.
No generic advice.
Just grounded conversations for navigating complex roles with composure and self-trust.
In this episode of Stepping Into The Arena, Karen reveals why senior leaders hesitate to delegate and how it costs you time, authority, and impact. You’ll learn a simple, p...
When your calendar is packed back-to-back, you may think you’re maximizing your value. In reality, you’re draining your influence. In this podcast episode of Stepping Into ...
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Influence doesn’t happen in the meeting—it happens before it.
In this week’s Stepping Into The Arena podcast episode, Karen reveals why the real work of influence happe...
 You’ve got the seat—now what?
This premiere episode of Stepping Into the Arena is not just a rebrand—it’s a bold invitation to own your executive presence and expand your...
 You’ve just been promoted—and now you’re leading the people who were your peers last week. It’s one of the most awkward, emotionally charged leadership shifts out there.
... In this powerful episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Start Leading, Karen Gombault dives deep into one of the most frustrating realities for new leaders—having a difficult...
First impressions in a new leadership role are powerful—they can define your influence, trust, and freedom to lead. In this podcast episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Star...
 In this podcast episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Start Leading, Karen Gombault dives into the leadership essential no one talks about enough—protecting your energy thro...
 Stepping into a new leadership role often starts with excitement and ambition—but what happens when reality doesn’t match your expectations?
In this raw and honest episod...
 You’ve got the title—now it’s time to step fully into owning it.
In this bold and honest podcast episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Start Leading, Karen dives into a cha...
You’re past the honeymoon phase—now it’s time to show what you’re made of.
The first 90 days in a new leadership role mark a critical shift: from being new to being notice...
Your first month as a leader matters—don’t let the momentum fade. In this week’s episode of Promoted: Stop Doubting, Start Leading, Karen Gombault breaks down what really n...
