Simply Feedback

Author: LearningBridge

The word "feedback" can spark fear in people. Often our instinct is to hide or defend ourselves, but how does that open your eyes to opportunities at the present or even possible blind spots keeping you from achieving your career aspirations? Each month, join Troy Blaser, LearningBridges long-time software developer, as he interviews guests who are industry leaders as they share their ideas on professional growth, best practices, and the feedback lessons they learned that shaped their career today.
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64. What is the Leadership Continuum? - Cathleen Swody
Episode 4
Tuesday, 2 September, 2025

This episode of Simply Feedback features an insightful conversation with Cathleen Swody, PhD, an executive coach and organizational psychologist. As the co-author of The Leadership Continuum, Cathleen shares her sharp insights from two decades of shaping leaders and teams that thrive. From a pivotal personal experience receiving feedback to practical strategies for managers, Cathleen discusses how to shift from reactive to intentional leadership. She introduces the core idea behind her book's framework, explaining why flexing your leadership style is essential in today's fast-paced environment. She also provides guidance on how to avoid common pitfalls, such as the temptation to go on autopilot, and how to use feedback to identify when your current approach isn't working.If you're a leader aiming to be more intentional, foster better team engagement, and create a culture where feedback drives success, this episode is filled with actionable advice and valuable perspectives.📌 Find Cathleen's book here.Check out the free Q&A videos that we have produced with tips to help you receive feedback graciously and act on it visibly at www.learningbridge.com/tips.