The Spitfire Podcast with Lauren LeMunyan

Lauren LeMunyan
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Honest interviews with creative entrepreneurs and passionate professionals about what inspires and challenges them in their respective fields. Strategic Business Coach Lauren LeMunyan goes beyond the surface level standard answers and digs into what makes people tick.

  1. 3d ago

    The Leadership Boundary Nobody Taught You

    You've been told to be an empathetic, open-door, servant leader who puts everyone else first. In this episode, executive coach Lauren LeMunyan explains why that advice is quietly burning leaders out, and gives you a better model built on core values, not self-sacrifice. You'll learn: ✅ Why boundaries have to be tied to your core values to actually stick ✅ The exact language to use when a boss or client crosses a line after hours ✅ Why "people should just know" is the #1 boundary myth ✅ How to spot the moment you've stepped outside your own scope ✅ Why saying yes to everything is a fast track to resentment and burnout If you've ever hung up a call feeling stretched thin and wondering how you got talked into it again, this episode is your reset. 🎧 New episodes of the Spitfire Podcast drop regularly. Subscribe so you don't miss the next one. 📅 Ready to define your own boundaries and lead with more clarity? Book a free discovery session

  2. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    You Might Also Like: A Better Way to Money

    Introducing The Truth About That Financial Advisor Conversation You’ve Been Avoiding from A Better Way to Money. Follow the show: A Better Way to Money Most people picture a financial advisor behind a mahogany desk, running spreadsheets for people with serious money. Jonathon Gais grew up thinking the same thing—until he became one. Now, as VP of Client Experience and Personalized Planning at Northwestern Mutual, Jonathon shapes how NM advisors across the country think about financial planning. His core message: You don’t need to have it all figured out before you talk to an advisor. The right one helps you make smarter choices—and becomes the reason you finally start. Host Jennifer Borget sits down with Jonathon for an honest look at what a real planning conversation sounds like; why starting to plan today, even when everything isn’t perfectly in place, is always better than waiting; why protection is the blind spot most people in their 30s miss; and what it takes to close the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it. The right time to start isn’t when everything lines up. It’s now.  Download your free Family Finances workbook and start preparing for your first financial advisor session TODAY: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/podcast/ Connect With Jonathon Gais LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathongais/ Connect With Northwestern Mutual Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northwesternmutualInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/northwesternmutual/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/northwestern-mutual/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@northwesternmutual Episode Page: https://www.northwesternmutual.com/life-and-money/a-sneak-peek-into-what-a-real-financial-advisor-conversation-looks-like LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/a-better-way-to-money-podcast/ DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

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  3. Aug 10

    Checking In: Motherhood, Moving, and Getting Honest About What I Actually Want

    Lauren's back after a few months and a lot has changed. A cross-country move, a toddler starting daycare, and an identity crisis she didn't see coming. This episode is Lauren thinking out loud about what happens when the life you built starts asking something different of you. Motherhood. Moving. Letting go of who you thought you had to be. It's all on the table. In this episode: The messy truth about moving and starting daycare at the same time The identity crisis of becoming "default parent" while still being a business owner Shifting from being THE only one to being one of many The one honest question that changed everything Calls to Action Want to talk it out? Book a 1:1 or ask about Future Self Design™ → Lauren@spitfirecoach.com New here? 200+ past episodes at spitfirecoach.com/episode  Don't miss what's next → subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or Spotify This one hit home? Leave a review or send it to a friend Got a topic or guest in mind? Lauren's taking requests

  4. May 20

    Stop Stuffing It: How to Make Anxiety Your Ally

    Most leaders treat anxiety like a problem to eliminate. What if it's actually your sharpest strategic tool and you've just been using it wrong? In today's episode, Lauren covers: Why anxiety gets louder the more you ignore it and what it's actually trying to tell you The difference between fear and excitement (hint: it's one breath) PQ reps: the micro-practice that trains your nervous system to stay regulated under pressure How to use anxiety as a risk management tool, not a liability

  5. May 12

    Life Will Life: 5 Leadership Lessons from a Military Spouse

    What do you do when the plan keeps changing — and you never had control to begin with? In this episode, Lauren LeMunyan gets real about life as a military spouse and the leadership lessons hiding inside the chaos. From waiting 7 months for orders to navigating a high-risk pregnancy across insurance systems, Lauren shares the five lessons that will change how you lead, adapt, and make decisions when nothing goes according to plan. You'll learn: Why essentialism is your anchor when everything else is in flux The 3-question project management framework that cuts through complexity How to detach from outcomes without losing sight of what matters Why uncertainty isn't the enemy — rigidity is The mindset shift that unlocks creative solutions fast Whether you're leading a team, running a business, or just trying to keep it together — this one's for you. Call to Action: Enjoying the podcast? Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Apple Podcasts — it takes 30 seconds and helps more Spitfires find the show. Have a lesson to add? Hit Lauren at lauren@spitfirecoach.com. Catch all 200+ episodes at spitfirecoach.com/episode.

  6. Apr 1

    The Accountability Move that Changes Everything (and most leaders never do it)

    Most managers spend 25–40% of their day managing interpersonal conflict — and most of it could be cut short with two words: my bad. In this episode, Lauren shares a personal story of stepping in it big, and walks through the exact accountability framework she teaches C-suite leaders worldwide. You'll learn why defending your intent makes things worse, how to create psychological safety by sitting in someone else's discomfort, and why a clean apology — under 60 seconds — is one of the most powerful leadership tools you're not using.   Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Google Play · Leave a review · Send this to a leader who could use an accountability reality check · More at spitfirecoach.com/episode

  7. Feb 26 ·  Video

    Detach to Attract: Reclaiming Your Power by Letting Go of the Outcome

    *]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:2336f049-e291-42cc-bd85-523af0c000b6-0" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> What if the very thing you're gripping so tightly is the reason it's not happening? In this episode of The Spitfire Podcast, we dive into one of coaching's most powerful (and paradoxical) principles: detaching from the outcome. When life feels off-kilter and out of control, our instinct is often to clench tighter—to force results, chase certainty, and obsess over the "right" ending. But what if the real power lies in letting go? Lauren shares personal reflections on navigating unexpected life shifts, the illusion of control, and the transformational shift from focusing on outputs to owning your inputs. You'll explore: Why obsessing over specific outcomes can actually repel them The difference between having a vision and gripping for control How daily inputs shape long-term results The hidden ways we reinforce our own setbacks Simple practices to create momentum, joy, and resilience This episode is a grounded, honest reminder: you can't control the outcome—but you can control who you become in the process. Plant the seeds. Water them daily. Then let go—and watch what grows.

  8. Feb 12

    The Power of "I Don't Know"

    We've been conditioned to believe that strong leaders always have the answers. But what if the most powerful words in the room are actually: "I don't know." In this episode, Lauren unpacks why "I don't know" isn't weakness — it's the doorway to clarity, growth, innovation, and psychological safety. You'll explore: The four hidden meanings behind "I don't know" When it's a lack of clarity — and when it's emotional avoidance Why the fear of being wrong keeps smart people stuck How to shift from SMART goals to learning goals A practical journaling framework to move from paralysis to agency How sitting in uncertainty builds resilience in an AI-accelerated world If you've ever felt stuck, pressured to have the "right" answer, or unsure of your next move — this episode is your permission slip to pause, explore, and lead from curiosity instead of fear. Because not knowing isn't the problem. Avoiding exploration is.   Read the full article here: https://spitfirecoach.com/blog/=/the-power-of-i-dont-know-a-coachs-guide-to-unlocking-growth

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Honest interviews with creative entrepreneurs and passionate professionals about what inspires and challenges them in their respective fields. Strategic Business Coach Lauren LeMunyan goes beyond the surface level standard answers and digs into what makes people tick.

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