Podcast
Lead Into It
Hosted by Sara Greco · EN
Lead Into It is your go-to podcast for real, actionable leadership insights—no title required. Whether you're leading a team, a project, or just yourself, host Sara Greco brings you powerful conversations with leaders from corporate, nonprofit, hospitality, the U.S. military, and beyond. Each episode delivers tactical tools, fresh perspectives, and lasting inspiration to help you lead with confidence in your career and life.
Because leadership isn’t about a title—it’s about action.
Are you ready to lead into it?
21episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
67. Redefining Success as a Leader with Natasha Skolny
3w ago00:48:33Tap to summarizeThis conversation with Natasha Skolny is one that makes you think about how you’re actually showing up as a leader.Natasha, a leadership coach and founder of The Leadership Cabin, and I talk about redefining success, doing the work of self-discovery, and why vulnerability and trust aren’t optional if you want to lead well. She shares how aligning your personal values with your professional life changes everything and how growth often comes through the uncomfortable moments.We also get into fear, confidence, and the lessons she’s carried from her figure skating background into leadership today.If you’re still figuring out your leadership style or what success really looks like for you, this one’s worth a listen.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →66. The Heart of Resiliency with Hanna Bauer
Feb 2401:02:17Tap to summarizeWhat if the hardest thing you’ve ever gone through became the very thing that shaped how you lead?In this episode, Sara sits down with Hanna Bauer to talk about resilience in the most real, human way possible. Diagnosed with a life-threatening heart condition as a child, Hanna shares how adversity, family support, and even her scars helped shape who she is today.She also introduces her method for leadership: a values-based approach rooted in service, alignment, and living what you believe.This conversation is honest, powerful, and deeply human… a reminder that the experiences that challenge us most often become the ones that define how we live and how we lead.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →65. The Art of Authentic Branding with Amanda Hofman
Feb 1000:41:13Tap to summarizeBranded merchandise is often treated as an afterthought—but it can be a powerful reflection of leadership, culture, and values.In this episode of I’m joined by Amanda Hofman, founder of Go To>Market, to explore how print on demand is reshaping the way brands connect with their people. Amanda shares her journey from corporate burnout to building a values-driven business, and why authenticity matters in branding, leadership, and community building.We talk about why traditional swag often misses the mark, how personalized and sustainable merchandise can boost connection and morale, and what leaders should consider when defining their brand both internally to their teams and externally to the public. This conversation offers a fresh perspective on using creativity and intention to lead more effectively.Perfect for leaders, entrepreneurs, and marketers who want to move beyond one-size-fits-all branding and create something that actually reflects who they are.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →64. Leading Into the Next Season
Feb 400:12:05Tap to summarizeThe past year changed how I think about leadership...and in this episode, I’m sharing why.In the Spring 2026 season opener of Lead Into It, I reflect on a year of growth, challenge, and transformation, shaped by my experiences in the military, coaching, and building community. We’ll explore what it really means to lead in alignment with your values, why human-centered leadership matters now more than ever, and how small shifts can create meaningful change.This episode sets the tone for the season ahead. We're focused on practical leadership tools, honest conversations, and personal growth for leaders at every level.If you’re navigating change, craving clarity, or wanting to lead with more intention, this episode is for you.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →63. And That’s a Wrap: Best of 2025 Highlights
Nov 1800:35:34Tap to summarizeWhat if the biggest leadership lessons of your year are already sitting in the stories you’ve lived and the conversations you’ve had?For our final episode of 2025, we’re rewinding and revisiting some of the most impactful moments from this year’s twenty episodes of Lead Into It. You’ll hear insights on confidence, failure, self-awareness, communicating with intention, leading through challenge, and taking better care of yourself as both a leader and a human.Featuring voices from leaders, creators, military professionals, entrepreneurs, and change-makers, this highlight reel is packed with perspective and encouragement you can carry into the new year. Want to explore more from a specific conversation? Check out the links below to jump directly to the full episodes.End-of-Year Homework: What is one leadership lesson from 2025 that you want to take with you into 2026?__________________________Episode Guide: 00:00 Owning the Room with Lydia Fenet05:22 Leading from the Inside Out: Mindset Coaching with Margaret "MJ" Jennings10:26 The Power of Debriefing with Robert "Cujo" Teschner14:37 Ownership, Leadership and Attitude with Mike Minihan16:39 Fueling Leadership Through Empowerment with Maj Gen Dan Tulley 21:19 From Colonel to Cacao: A Leadership Journey with Maria Carl 22:33 Diving Deep: Empowering Volunteers and Protecting Sea Turtles with Tabitha Siegfried25:29 Science Meets Leadership: Navigating the Unknown with Diane Fraser27:03 Cultivating Curiosity as a Leader with Thomas Greek28:07 The Power of Storytelling with Karen Eber30:57 Redefining Leadership with Brooke Brzozowske32:41 Leadership Meets Flexibility with Whitney Munro33:35 The Failure Files: The Email with SaraLet’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →62. Veterans Day Special: Courage and Leadership
Nov 1100:12:51Tap to summarizeIn this special Veterans Day episode, we explore the connection between courage and leadership beyond the battlefield. From stories of service to lessons in resilience and integrity, this conversation is a reminder that true leadership starts with the courage to serve others first.Whether you’re a veteran, a leader, or someone striving to lead with more purpose, this episode will leave you reflecting on what it really means to lead with courage, heart and honor.______________Want to learn more about the leaders and stories mentioned in this episode? See below: Gen. Colin PowellColin L. Powell’s Thirteen Rules of Leadership – U.S. Department of StateColin Powell’s Legacy Defined by Two Very Different Wars in Iraq – NPRAdm. William H. McRavenWhat I Learned from Being Fired – Business InsiderAchievement.org Profile: Admiral William H. McRavenCol. Florence A. BlanchfieldColonel Florence A. Blanchfield – Army Nurse Corps AssociationCol. Florence Blanchfield Remembered as Army Nurse Corps Marks 122 Years – U.S. ArmyDictionary of Virginia Biography – Florence Aby BlanchfieldVeterans DayHistory of Veterans Day – U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs______________Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →61. Leadership Meets Flexibility with Whitney Munro
Nov 400:55:10Tap to summarizeWhen leadership meets flexibility, real impact happens. In this episode, Sara sits down with Whitney Munro, Founder and CEO of FLEX Partners, a mission-driven consulting firm that’s reimagining how nonprofits get the strategic support they need. Whitney shares her journey from corporate PR to building FLEX Partners. A business with a model rooted in flexibility, purpose, and impact.Tune in for a powerful conversation on leadership, adaptability, and creating meaningful change in the nonprofit world.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →60. Ask Sara: Leading Through Challenges, Promotions, and Emotions
Oct 2800:23:20Tap to summarizeI’ve hit 60 episodes of the Lead Into It podcast! 🎉 For this milestone episode, I’m doing something new: my very first Q&A. You sent in your leadership questions, and I’m diving into them all.In this episode, we’re talking about:Leading during tough times (like government shutdowns)Knowing when to say no to a promotionBuilding trust and training new team membersNavigating leadership challenges with experienced teamsShowing emotions authentically as a leaderI’m answering your questions while sharing personal stories, lessons I’ve learned along the way, and practical takeaways you can use right now. Whether you’re leading through a challenge or growing into your next season, this episode is for you.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →59. Redefining Leadership with Brooke Brzozowske
Oct 2100:51:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Lead Into It, I’m joined by Brooke Brzozowske, a former federal government communications professional who spent nearly two decades advising leaders at the highest levels of the military and is now a full-time executive and leadership coach.Brooke was one of my very first podcast guests five years ago, and she’s someone who also inspired me go on the journey to become a coach. Since then, her journey has been all about alignment, courage, and redefining what leadership looks like from the inside out.Together, we explore what it means to lead with intention, realign your work with your values, and have the courage to reinvent yourself. Brooke shares lessons from her time at the Pentagon, moments of growth from her coaching practice, and how she’s learned to lead from a place of authenticity and trust.If you’ve ever wondered how to show up more authentically as a leader or what it looks like to take charge of your own story, this episode is for you.You can find out more about Brooke and her coaching practice here. Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →58. The Power of Storytelling with Karen Eber
Oct 1400:55:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Sara sits down with Karen Eber, award-winning author of The Perfect Story, keynote and TED speaker, and international consultant, to explore the transformative power of storytelling in leadership and communication.Karen shares how stories can build trust, inspire teams, and make messages truly memorable — all backed by the fascinating neuroscience behind why stories work. Whether you’re leading a team, giving a presentation, or just want to communicate more effectively, this episode is full of actionable insights you can start using right away.Let’s keep the conversation going—connect with me on Instagram and LinkedIn, subscribe to my Sunday newsletter, or reach out at sara@leadintoitco. Excited to be with you!
Transcribe →