Podcast Episodes
Welcome to the Life + Leadership podcast, which explores how leaders can leverage business challenges to fuel their personal growth. This podcast is for any senior leader looking to grow in their day-to-day work and drive strategic impact.
Hosted by Bright Arrow Coaching founder and CEO Tegan Trovato, Life + Leadership features interviews with executives, experts, authors, and innovators about their leadership journeys both at work and in their personal lives. We’ll discuss the human factors influencing business outcomes and we’ll show you how standout leaders develop better strategies — and activate them. Plus, we’ll explore the sophistication of leadership teaming and how working on a healthy team catalyzes personal development and business results (in tandem).
Life + Leadership host Tegan Trovato, a seasoned leader herself, brings a wealth of experience to the table. Having held executive and leadership team positions at renowned companies like Levi Strauss, Zynga, Xerox, and Cielo, Tegan understands the intricacies of leadership in diverse environments. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an aspiring leader, this podcast is your go-to resource for inspiring growth in both your professional and personal life.
Tune in to Life + Leadership and fuel your journey to becoming an extraordinary leader who makes a lasting impact.
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Podcast Episode Archive
The Art of Making Big Decisions — With or Without Data Conagra VP of Precision Marketing, Dane Mathews
How do leaders make informed choices in the absence of precedent? Listen in as Dane Mathews explores the art of making big decisions—with or without data.
Leaders Let the Story Do the Work with President and Chief Story Facilitator at Leadership Story Lab, Esther Choy
How does persuasive storytelling create business opportunities? Listen in as Esther Choy explores what it means for leaders to ‘let the story do the work.’
How (Human) Connection Drives Innovation with Angel Investor, Sue Bevan Baggott
Sue shares how she ‘accidentally’ became an angel investor and explains why focusing on startups drives the change she wants to see in the world.
The Transformative Power of Liminality with Founder and President at Liminal Solutions, Dr. Deb Loftus
Liminality comes from the Latin root limen, which points to a threshold, border or beginning. And while liminality does imply change, it’s more than that. Moving through a liminal space has the…
How Leaders Develop and Practice Insight with Insights Coach at Fong Insight, Gina Fong
Consumer insight helps brands predict behavior and anticipate what you need—before you even know you need it. And as leaders, we, too, need to know what motivates our team members, clients and other…
The Business Case for Empathy with Handle with Care Founder, Liesel Mertes
Amid a global pandemic, empathy in the workplace has become a popular topic. But is it just a PR thing? Or does empathy really impact the bottom line? According to social science data, demonstrating…
Desirable Difficulty and Crucible Leadership Moments with Leadership Development Expert and Executive Coach, Suzanne Coonan
The last two years have tested leaders, pushing us to operate under intense pressure at an unprecedented pace. And while these Crucible Leadership Moments can be…
Workplace Forward Podcast Trailer with Bright Arrow Coaching Founder and CEO, Tegan Trovato
What we ask of leaders has changed dramatically in the last two years. The systems we operate in have been overtaxed, and we've had to lead despite the ambiguity and volatility. So, how might...
How The Pandemic Has Made Us Better Leaders
I recently had the privilege of speaking with Workplace Empathy Consultant Liesel Mindrebo Mertes about the awakening that is happening in the workforce as a result of COVID, change, and choice. ...
About the Host – Tegan Trovato
Tegan Trovato
Founder and CEO
of Bright Arrow Coaching
Workplace Forward Podcast Host
Tegan Trovato, Founder and CEO of Bright Arrow Coaching, has hosted The Workplace Forward Podcast since its inception in 2021.
An HR industry veteran with more than 20 years of experience advising strategic leadership teams, Tegan holds deep expertise in talent acquisition and development and organizational learning.
Before leaving corporate leadership to become an entrepreneur and CEO, Tegan served as an executive or leadership team member for Levi Strauss, Zynga, Xerox, and Cielo.
Tegan previously co-hosted the Life & Leadership Podcast with speaker and author Katie Rasoul from 2018-2020. She is a recipient of HR Executive Magazine’s HR Rising Star Award, a frequent keynote speaker, and a regular contributor to many top business publications, including Forbes and Fast Company.
Tegan holds several credentials from top coaching programs, which include being a Certified Professional Coach (CPC), Professional Certified Coach (PCC), Certified Hogan Assessment Administrator, and a Master Practitioner for the Energy Leadership Index Assessment (ELI-MP).
Workshop Offerings
Conflict Resolution
for Leaders
Equip your team with the tools to navigate conflict effectively, maintaining focus on business outcomes while addressing interpersonal needs.
Think Like a CEO: Develop Enterprise Thinking
Empower your leaders to balance functional expertise with strategic vision to make decisions that drive long-term organizational success.
Cross-Functional Operational Excellence
Enhance collaboration and efficiency by aligning cross-functional teams, clarifying roles, and establishing effective communication frameworks.
Executive
Influence
Help leaders understand the impact of their influence and leverage it to shape organizational culture and drive positive change.
Keeping Top Talent: Beyond Total Rewards
Go beyond traditional rewards and create a purposeful work environment that fosters clarity, trust, and psychological safety, essential for retaining top talent.
Restorative Well-being: Self-Care for Senior Leaders
Introduce a new model of self-care tailored for senior leaders, enabling them to restore well-being without compromising business success.
