Think dropping hints is “kinder” than being direct? Think again.

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In this episode of Ordinary to Badass, Marie pulls back the curtain on a leadership habit that feels safe in the moment—but slowly destroys trust on your team: passive-aggressive leadership. From circling around the issue to making side comments, she shares how she broke the habit, the exact words she uses now, and how you can shift from irritation to influence.

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✨ Theme: Skill-Building Strategies + Mindset Breakthroughs
...We’re talking about leading with clarity, building trust that lasts, and ditching the behaviors that keep your team second-guessing you.

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You’ll hear:
🔥 Why passive-aggressive habits erode trust faster than you realize
💡 A simple 5-step framework to handle tough conversations without the side-eye or sarcasm
💬 How being direct (without being a jerk) actually makes you a stronger, more respected leader

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🎁 Grab the free Breaking Barriers Guide at ordinarytobadass.com/barriers
...💬 DM me @ordinarytobadass on IG if this episode called you out in the best way
...⭐ And don’t forget to rate + review—because the world doesn’t need another “nice” leader who avoids conflict. It needs you leading with confidence.