Making Maverick Moves

Gina L. Osborn
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In a world where playing it safe is the norm, Making Maverick Moves is for those who dare to do things differently. A Maverick Move isn't just about taking risks—it's about knowing when to challenge the status quo, bend the rules, and take decisive action when others hesitate. Whether you're leading a team, making a bold career shift, or standing up for what you believe in, this podcast is your guide to recognizing the right moment, calculating the risks, and committing to the move that changes everything. Host Gina L. Osborn is a Thought Leader, International Keynote Speaker, Army Veteran, and Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge.

  1. 21h ago

    The Glass Ceiling Conversation That Changed My Life

    In Army basic training, someone explained the glass ceiling to me for the first time. That conversation led to one of the most important decisions Gina L. Osborn ever made. In this episode, she shareswhy she chose not to let someone else's prediction determine my future, and how that decision shaped her career from Army Counterintelligence to the FBI and beyond. The obstacles that define us are often not the ones we face, but the ones we choose to believe.

  2. Jul 27

    The Mistake I Thought Would End My Career

    Six months after leaving her job as a cocktail waitress, Gina L. Osborn was serving in Belgium as one of the few female Army counterintelligence agents in her battalion. She already felt she had something to prove. Then she put diesel fuel into both government sedans assigned to her detachment, disabling nearly its entire vehicle fleet in less than an hour. Gina was certain the mistake would confirm every doubt about whether she belonged. Instead, that humiliating morning taught her lasting lessons about vulnerability, resilience, leadership, and the unexpected power of asking for help. In the Season Two premiere of Making Maverick Moves, Gina shares how the mistake she thought would end her career ultimately made her a more compassionate and effective leader throughout her years in the Army and FBI. This week's Maverick Move: Keep the lesson. Let go of the shame. Then make your next move. Follow Gina's journey as she completes her Cold War spy thriller, Women in the Corners, at ginalosborn.com

  3. 10/27/2025

    Every Season Has a Purpose

    In this powerful season finale, host Gina L. Osborn — Army veteran, former FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, leadership advisor, and keynote speaker — reflects on the "seasons" that define our personal and professional journeys. Not spring, summer, fall, and winter, but the ones we live through: the seasons of waiting, preparation, and harvest. Drawing from her own experience leaving the FBI, rebuilding her identity, and launching Making Maverick Moves, Gina reminds us that every season has a purpose — and that the quiet moments of growth often set the stage for our greatest breakthroughs. In this episode, you'll learn: 🌱 How to recognize which season you're in — waiting, preparation, or harvest. 🌧 Why the "silent" seasons aren't punishment, but preparation. 🔨 How to use times of uncertainty to sharpen your mindset, skills, and purpose. 🌸 What it looks like to step into your harvest season — and bring others with you. 💡 The Maverick lesson: true leadership isn't just about rising, it's about lifting. Key Quotes "Winter doesn't mean the tree is dead. It means it's gathering strength for spring." "When the door opens, it's too late to get ready." "The most powerful thing you can do when the spotlight's on you is to widen the light." Takeaway Every season — even the quiet ones — serves a purpose. Whether you're waiting, preparing, or thriving, your courage to grow through each stage will define the legacy you leave behind. Call to Action Take a moment today and ask yourself: "What season am I in — and how can I move through it with grace, courage, and purpose?" Connect with Gina L. Osborn: 🌐 www.ginalosborn.com 📱 Follow Gina on LinkedIn | Instagram 🎧 Listen to more episodes of Making Maverick Moves wherever you get your podcasts.

  4. 10/20/2025

    Trust Yourself and Take the Leap with Katie McEvilly from U.S. Bank

    What if the key to your next opportunity isn't confidence… it's courage? This week on Making Maverick Moves, Gina L. Osborn — retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge and Army veteran — talks with Katie McEvilly, Senior Vice President and Branch Banking Market Leader at U.S. Bank, about building courage, finding mentors, and learning to trust yourself enough to take bold leaps forward. Katie's story proves that purpose often finds us when we least expect it. From starting as an "accidental banker" to leading teams across California, she shares what she's learned about: 💥 Saying yes before you feel ready 💥 Building courage like a muscle — through action and repetition 💥 Getting out of your own way and trusting those who believe in you 💥 Leading with authenticity and consistency — because people are always watching 💥 Giving yourself grace to grow and redefine what leadership looks like As Gina and Katie remind us, leadership doesn't just happen in the spotlight. It's built in the small moments — the hallway chats, the quiet decisions, and the way you show up when no one seems to be watching. If you've ever questioned your next move, this episode is your reminder to trust yourself, lean into your mentors, and take the leap anyway. About Katie McEvilly As she enters her 24th year with U.S. Bank, Katie McEvilly recently began a new position as Branch Banking Market Leader – Orange County South Bay. After five years in Wealth Management, she's excited to return home to the Branch Banking team — working alongside the California CBB Leadership Team and OCSB Leadership Team to serve teams, clients, and communities across Southern California. Learn more about U.S. Bank and their leadership initiatives at www.usbank.com.  About Gina L. Osborn Gina L. Osborn is a retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, U.S. Army veteran, international keynote speaker, and leadership expert. During her 28-year career in national security, Gina led counterterrorism, cybercrime, and crisis management programs — including the investigation of the notorious Sony hack. She has served as the FBI's highest-ranking female executive in Los Angeles and later as Chief of Security for LA Metro. Today, Gina empowers leaders to make bold, values-driven decisions through her Making Maverick Moves podcast, her Substack series Declassified, and her keynote talks on leading through chaos, crisis, and change. Learn more at www.ginalosborn.com.  Contributions & Credits 🎙️ Host: Gina L. Osborn — Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, Army Veteran, Keynote Speaker, and Leadership Expert 👤 Guest: Katie McEvilly, Senior Vice President & Branch Banking Market Leader – Orange County South Bay, U.S. Bank 🎧 Podcast: Making Maverick Moves 💻 Produced by: Sunny Side Up Marketing 🎥 Video Editing & Production: Gina L. Osborn and Sunny Side Up Marketing 📍 Recorded in Orange County, California Watch or Listen Now: 🎧 Making Maverick Moves on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts 💻 Visit www.ginalosborn.com for more episodes, leadership insights, and Gina's Substack Declassified. Follow Gina L. Osborn 🔗 Website: https://www.ginalosborn.com  📸 Instagram: @ginalosborn 💼 LinkedIn: Gina L. Osborn 🎙️ Podcast: Making Maverick Moves

  5. 10/13/2025

    Finding Your Leadership Voice with Deborah Shames

    What if the very thing holding you back as a leader isn't your expertise—but your fear of speaking up? In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, host Gina L. Osborn sits down with Deborah Shames, co-founder of Eloqui and author of Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers. Deborah shares her journey from stage fright to speaking mastery, revealing how anyone can project confidence, own their voice, and connect with audiences authentically. You'll learn how to: ✅ Transform fear into power before a big presentation ✅ Replace outdated templates with storytelling that connects ✅ Build executive presence that commands attention ✅ Communicate as your authentic self — not a performer Whether you're leading a team, presenting to clients, or preparing for your next big opportunity, this conversation will help you speak with confidence, courage, and charisma. 🎧 Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Overcoming Fear of Public Speaking 00:22 – Meet Deborah Shames: Communication Expert 01:02 – Personal Journey: From Fear to Confidence 01:50 – Modern Public Speaking Techniques 02:37 – Empowering Women Through Public Speaking 04:44 – The Power of Storytelling 05:03 – Templates and Techniques for Effective Speaking 05:40 – The TEDx Experience: A Turning Point 08:50 – Debunking Public Speaking Myths 09:45 – Leadership and Authenticity in Public Speaking 10:09 – Practical Tips for Executive Presence 11:29 – Effective Communication in Leadership Roles 13:08 – Final Thoughts and Resources 👩‍💼 Guest: Deborah Shames 🌐 www.eloqui.biz  📘 Out Front: How Women Can Become Engaging, Memorable, and Fearless Speakers 🎙️ Host: Gina L. Osborn Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge | Former Chief of Security, LA Metro | International Speaker & Leadership Expert 🌐 Website: www.ginalosborn.com  🔗 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ginalosborn 📸 Instagram: instagram.com/ginalosborn ▶️ YouTube: @ginalosborn 📰 Substack: www.ginalosborn.substack.com   💬 If you enjoyed this episode: Like 👍 | Subscribe 🔔 | Share this with someone who needs a confidence boost before their next big talk! #PublicSpeaking #Leadership #WomenInBusiness #Confidence #Communication #Storytelling #MakingMaverickMoves #GinaLOsborn #DeborahShames #ExecutivePresence #OvercomeFear #Motivation #Podcast #Eloqui #OutFront

  6. 10/06/2025

    From Broadway to Bold Communication with Renée Marino

    In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, Gina L. Osborn sits down with Renée Marino, a former Broadway actress turned communication expert, to explore what it really takes to connect in today's digital world. From commanding the Broadway stage in Jersey Boys to coaching leaders and entrepreneurs, Renée shares her journey of discovering that the most powerful form of communication isn't about performance—it's about presence. Together, Gina and Renée dive into the power of authenticity, vulnerability, and listening as essential tools for leadership and trust. Renée reminds us that human connection is irreplaceable, that self-communication is where it all begins, and that the voice inside us can be our greatest guide—if we choose to listen. 💬 In This Episode Why authentic connection matters more than ever in a digital age How self-communication shapes the way we lead and relate to others The role of vulnerability in building trust and influence Why technology should amplify—not replace—real connection How leaders can foster cultures of communication and trust The secret to truly listening and being heard 🔑 Maverick Takeaway Authentic communication begins within. When you lead with vulnerability and listen with intention, you create the kind of connection that inspires action—and that's what makes a Maverick Move. 👤 About Renée Marino Renée Marino is a former Broadway actress, communication coach, and the author of Becoming a Master Communicator. Named one of Yahoo Finance's "Top Communication Coaches to Follow," she helps people bridge the gap between digital and human connection to lead with authenticity and confidence. 🔗 Connect with Renée Website: reneemarino.com Instagram: @iamreneemarino LinkedIn: Renée Marino 🎙️ About Gina L. Osborn Gina L. Osborn is a retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge, former Chief of Security for LA Metro, and U.S. Army Counterintelligence veteran. During her FBI career, she led investigations into cybercrime, terrorism, and organized crime—including overseeing the response to the Sony Pictures hack. Today, Gina is a keynote speaker, leadership consultant, and host of Making Maverick Moves, where she shares stories of courage, transformation, and the maverick mindset it takes to lead through change. Learn more at www.ginalosborn.com Credits Making Maverick Moves is hosted by Gina L. Osborn and produced by Sunny Side Up Marketing. Theme music: Epic Trailer and Violin Life (Descript Stock Media). © 2025 Gina L. Osborn & Associates. Listen & Subscribe: YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify — and leave a review to help more mavericks find the show!

  7. 09/29/2025

    Blueprints for Change: How Kabri Lehrman-Schmid Builds Trust on Billion-Dollar Projects

    In this episode of Making Maverick Moves, I sit down with Kabri Lehrman-Schmid, a superintendent who has led more than $1.9 billion in construction projects. In an industry built on grit and contracts, Kabri is proving that curiosity, authenticity, and compassion are the real blueprints for change. We talk about: The challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated field How to turn pressure into power Why empowering overlooked voices transforms entire cultures Bringing mental health to the forefront of construction Learn more about Gina L. Osborn: 🌐 Website: www.ginalosborn.com 📖 Bio & Speaking: www.ginalosborn.com/speaking 📰 Articles: www.ginalosborn.com/articles 🎙️ Podcast Episodes: www.ginalosborn.com/podcast Connect with Gina on social: LinkedIn Instagram YouTube If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, leave a review, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.

  8. 09/22/2025

    Beyond the Crystal Ball: Leading like a Futurist with Katie Rucker

    What if the most Maverick move isn't predicting what's next—but imagining what could be and daring to make it real? In this episode, Gina talks with Katie Rucker of MacKenzie Corporation about leading like a futurist: flipping scarcity into possibility, loosening rigidity, and giving your team agency to co-create the future. From the "cone of possibility" to curiosity challenges and implication wheels, Katie shows how to slow down, widen your options, and move from reactive to proactive leadership. In This Episode Futures, not forecasts: Why there's no crystal ball—and why "futures" is plural From reactive to responsive: The leadership power of the pause Cone of possibility: Hold a preferred future while staying adaptive to change Co-creation & culture: Building resilient, connected teams with agency Curiosity as fuel: Practical prompts to challenge assumptions and expand options Legacy & joy: Choosing your ladder, crafting your story, and finding presence Slow is bold: Why slowness might be the bravest move in a speed-obsessed world Everest Base Camp lesson: Simplicity, nature, and reconnecting to what matters Maverick Moves to Try 30-Second Pause: Before you respond, breathe. Ask, "What else could be true?" Curiosity Challenge (1 week): Talk to one person outside your bubble each day. Ask how they got where they are—and listen for dots to collect. Flip the Script: When an idea resonates, ask: "What if the opposite were true? What would that change?" Cone of Possibility Exercise: Sketch your preferred future and two alternative scenarios you don't want. Note how you'd adapt in each. Implication Wheel (5 min): If we do X, what are the 1st/2nd-order positive and negative effects in 6–24 months? Standout Quotes "The future isn't predicted—it's co-created." "You can't connect the dots until you collect the dots." "The arrow has to go back before it can move forward." "Slow might be the boldest move we can make right now." Who Should Listen Leaders, founders, and changemakers who feel stuck in status quo cycles—and anyone ready to trade reactivity for imagination, agency, and momentum. Connect Guest: Katie Rucker, Mackenzie Corp  Host: Gina L. Osborn — Army veteran, retired FBI ASAC, former Chief Safety & Security Officer at LA Metro Credits Making Maverick Moves is hosted by Gina L. Osborn and produced by Sunny Side Up Marketing. Theme music: Epic Trailer and Violin Life (Descript Stock Media). © 2025 Gina L. Osborn & Associates. Listen & Subscribe: YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify — and leave a review to help more mavericks find the show.

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In a world where playing it safe is the norm, Making Maverick Moves is for those who dare to do things differently. A Maverick Move isn't just about taking risks—it's about knowing when to challenge the status quo, bend the rules, and take decisive action when others hesitate. Whether you're leading a team, making a bold career shift, or standing up for what you believe in, this podcast is your guide to recognizing the right moment, calculating the risks, and committing to the move that changes everything. Host Gina L. Osborn is a Thought Leader, International Keynote Speaker, Army Veteran, and Retired FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge.

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  • Creator
    Gina L. Osborn
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    53
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