What happens when you have to make one of the toughest leadership decisions—letting someone go?

In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, Nicole Bianchi sits down with sales and leadership expert Mark Hunter, also known as The Sales Hunter, to dive deep into the realities of the "Moving On" conversation, from Nicole's best selling book and online course "Five Tough Talks".

Mark shares powerful personal stories from his career, including the emotional weight of firing employees, high-stakes terminations, and navigating difficult workplace dynamics. He also reflects on his own journey—from struggling with a stutter as a child to becoming a globally recognized sales leader—and the Small Brave Moves it took to get there.

Together, Nicole and Mark unpack:
✅ The emotional and strategic preparation required for tough conversations
✅ The mindset shift that can help leaders fire someone with compassion and integrity
✅ Why avoiding hard conversations creates bigger problems for teams
✅ The Small Brave Moves that will strengthen your sales and leadership game

Whether it's having a tough talk, making a tough decision, or even reaching out to a cold lead—this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you be a better, braver, and more authentic leader.

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the critical role of intentionality in leadership and life. Too often, leaders find themselves operating on autopilot—reacting to challenges instead of proactively shaping their path. But what happens when you pause, set clear intentions, and take deliberate action toward your goals?

From a powerful leadership experiment with Fortune 500 executives to personal stories of transformation, this episode unpacks how being intentional can elevate your leadership, deepen your relationships, and create real, lasting impact. We’ll cover:

✅ How to own your growth and stop waiting for opportunities to come to you
✅ The key to time-blocking and deep work to maximize focus and results
✅ The power of setting clear daily intentions to align with your goals
✅ Why accountability partners (or “swim buddies”) are game-changers for success

Brave leaders don’t leave their success to chance. They intentionally choose to make Small Brave Moves every day to shape the life and career they truly want. Ready to take control? Tune in now! 🎧✨

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In this episode of the Small Brave Moves podcast, we explore the transformative power of being there for others and how it can elevate your leadership to new heights. Through heartfelt stories, including a military leader who changed the course of a young soldier’s life and lessons from coaching executives through fear and transformation, we uncover how presence and support make all the difference.

Learn actionable tips for showing empathy, expanding perspectives, and offering meaningful support that inspires bravery in others—and yourself. Discover how simple acts of generosity, like listening or sending a thoughtful note, can build stronger teams, deepen trust, and create lasting impact.

Tune in to understand why being there for others is not just a leadership skill but a cornerstone of bravery, authenticity, and connection in leadership and life.

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🎤Book me as your next keynote speaker
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