The Audacity to Fail: Misstepping Into Success!
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
S5E1: Weathering The Unknown: Building Resilience in Times of Uncertainty with Dr. Chad Kessler
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for the Season Five kick-off with a remarkable guest and friend to the show Dr. Chad “Chai” Kessler! On this season opener, Dr. Shari...
S4E10: The Moment That Changes Everything: Answering Life’s Most Important Calls with The Honorable Tanya Bradsher
14 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve all had those moments – when life, opportunity, or circumstance presents us with a choice—to step up, lead, and embrace a new direction. H...
S4E9: Working Hand in Hand The Blueprint for a Supportive Work Culture with Dr. Alyshia Smith
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A supportive culture is the cornerstone of a workplace where people can fully engage and contribute – it’s central to any thriving team. It takes ...
S4E8: Decisive Leadership Insights on Sticky Decision Making with Dr. Thuy Boardman
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As leaders, we often face tough choices, and not every decision will turn out the way we hoped. What do you do when you find yourself in a sticky situ...
S4E7: How Ownership Inspires the Leaders of Tomorrow with Kirsten Aghen
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
What does it truly mean for a team to feel a sense of ownership? How can leaders cultivate an environment where every team member is invested, engaged...
S4E6: Rising to the Occasion Consultant Lessons from Courage with Dr. Courtney Barrett-Smith
10 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Leading others often takes an incredible amount of courage and on this episode Dr. Shari Dade is joined by fellow consultant Dr. Courtney Barrett Smit...
S4E5: From Theory to Practice Strategies for High Reliability Leadership with Luke Steinbach
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As we continue to explore what it takes to effectively lead others; Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Luke Steinbach. Mr. Steinbach is an Associate Director...
S4E4: This episode has been removed
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In accordance with executive order titled Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing and Initial Rescissions of Harmful Exec...
S4E3: This episode has been removed
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In accordance with executive order titled Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing and Initial Rescissions of Harmful Exec...
S4E2: How to THRIVE From Metrics to Meaning with Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari will be joined by Dr. Jacquelyn Paykel. Dr. Paykel holds the position of the Women’s Health Medical Director for the Toma...
S4E1: Behind the Mic with Dr. Shari and Jan Johnson: Creating Waves that Impact the Enterprise
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to the 4th season of the Audacity to Fail Podcast, where we embrace the audacity of leading within our organization, when met with...
S3E10: Stretching Your Leadership Acumen with Dr. Maureen Marks
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On the Season 3 close out episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Maureen Marks! Dr. Marks began her VA career in 1992 as a psychology intern at the ...
S3E9: Creating Informed and Healthy Workplaces with Paul Harman
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade takes a moment to chat with Paul Harman. Paul is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been the Associate Chief of...
S3E8: The Audacity to Be with Dr. Shari N. Dade
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the Consultant Corner, you get a front row seat as podcast host, Dr. Shari N. Dade opens the VA Psychology Leadership Conference in...
S3E7: Embracing Fear in Leadership with Dr. Maia Carter
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Maia Carter. Dr. Carter is the Director of Virtual Care Integration in the Office of Primary Care. In...
S3E6: Candid Leadership with Jessica Bonjorni
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Jessica Bonjorni. Ms. Bonjorni was appointed to the position of Chief, Human Capital Management, for the ...
S3E5: Career Conversations: The Gift of Feedback with Dr. Adam Sumner
08 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Adam Sumner a staff psychologist with the VISN 23 Clinical Resource Hub focusing on outpatient mental...
S3E4: This episode has been removed
10 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In accordance with executive order titled Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing and Initial Rescissions of Harmful Exec...
S3E3: The Power of Coaching with Dr. Scott Muhs
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of Consultant Connection, Dr. Shari Dade takes time to slow down and dive into the world of coaching with Dr. Scott Muhs. Dr. Muhs is ...
S3E2: The Accidental Leader with Dr. Gayle Iwamasa
13 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade sits down with Dr. Gayle Iwamasa, the National Director of Inpatient Mental Health Services in the Office of Mental He...
S3E1: Is Leadership for Me? with Moira Shaughnessy
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Season 3! We’ve got so much fun instore for you! On this season’s opener, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Moira Shaughnessy. Moira is a pro...
S2E10: How to Help Employees Sustain Engagement with Dr. Charlotte McCloskey
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this season’s closer, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Dr. Charlotte McCloskey. Dr. McCloskey is the Local Recovery Coordinator and staff Psychologist...
S2E9: Move Beyond Transactions: Mindset Matters with Erik Sletten
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade talks workplace relationships with Erik Sletten, the Workforce Excellence Coordinator for VA North Texas Health Care S...
S2E8: Consultant Connection: The Power of Managing Up with Dr. Mira Brancu
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this inaugural episode of Consultant Connection, Dr. Shari Dade sits down with Dr. Mira Brancu a Senior Organization Development Psychologist for V...
S2EP7: Finding The Way by Playing the Long Game with Mr. Seginald Bryant
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Mr. Seginald Bryant, the Information Technology Area Manager for Durham, North Carolina. Mr. Bryant has a...
S2EP6: Success Shaped by Failure with Dr. Erica Scavella
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade takes a moment to connect with Dr. Erica Scavella, a member of Senior Executive Service (SES), who serves as the Assis...
S2EP5: Limitations Are Only Real If You Believe Them with Mr. James Douglas
09 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you living a life based on the memories of your missteps or are you living a life with a vision of your future in mind? On this episode, Dr. Shari...
S2EP4: The Path Towards Trusting Yourself with Dr. Shabnam “Shabi” Showell
11 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade takes a moment to connect with Dr. Shabnam “Shabi” Showell, an Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS) of primary care Wes...
S2EP3:The Gift in Risking the Reroute with Dr. Kristina Seymour
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode, Dr. Shari Dade sits down with Dr. Kristina Seymour, a Clinical psychologist at the Columbia VA Health Care System. Dr. Seymour also s...
S2EP2: This episode has been removed
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In accordance with executive order titled Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing and Initial Rescissions of Harmful Exec...
S2EP1: The Audacity to Rebound After Failure with Amjed Baghdadi
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In Season Two’s opening episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Amjed Baghdadi, the Assistant Director for Operations at Austin for the Central Texas V...
S1EP10: Leadership Legacies and the Way Forward with Dr. Richard Stone
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
For Season One’s special close out episode, Dr. Shari Dade has the pleasure of being joined by Dr. Richard Stone, an Independent Contractor and Heal...
S1EP9: How to Build a Strong Supervisory Relationship with Onika Coke-Munoz
13 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade is joined by Onika Coke-Munoz, the Director of Learning and Development (L&D) in the Office of Human Cap...
S1EP8: Nurturing the Innovative Ideas of Tomorrow Today with Dr. Ryan Vega
09 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade dialogues with Dr. Ryan Vega, the Chief Officer in the Healthcare Innovation and Learning office. Ryan provi...
S1EP7: Working to Recognize the Highs and Lows with Dr. Al Montoya
12 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade connects with Dr. Al Montoya, the Medical Center Director of the VA Connecticut Healthcare System a 1A terti...
S1EP6: Managing Workload in the Midst of Chaos with Bobbi Jo Nye
14 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade chats about workload with Bobbi Jo Nye, the Training and Exercise Branch Chief of the VHA Office of Emergenc...
S1EP5: Integrating Wellness into Work with Dr. Kavitha Reddy
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade sits down for a wellness conversation with Dr. Kavitha Reddy. Dr. Reddy is the Associate Director of Employe...
S1EP4: Growing Employees and Leaders with Marcus Butler
12 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade interviews Marcus Butler. Marcus Butler is the Director of Logistics for the Office of Electronic Health Rec...
S1EP3: This episode has been removed
08 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In accordance with executive order titled Ending Radical and Wasteful Government DEI Programs and Preferencing and Initial Rescissions of Harmful Exec...
S1EP2: Care and Accountability with Tiffany Chavis
08 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
On this month’s episode, Dr. Shari Dade interviews Tiffany Chavis, MSW, LCSW. Tiffany Chavis, MSW, LCSW is a Senior Social Worker and the Suicide Pr...
S1EP1: Effective Communication with Dr. Chad Kessler
11 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Chad Kessler is the National Director of Emergency Medicine for the Veteran’s Health Administration. During the day he works as an Emergency Med...