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EP 97. Stop Complaining, Start Leading: How to Shift from Venting to Action

EP 97. Stop Complaining, Start Leading: How to Shift from Venting to Action

Update: 2025-06-03
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It’s easy to fall into the habit of complaining - whether about work, leadership challenges, or life in general. 


But if you’re not careful, complaining becomes a cycle that drains your energy, undermines your leadership, and keeps you (and your team) stuck.


In this episode, I’m unpacking the psychology behind why we complain, what it’s really costing you, and a simple four-step framework to move yourself (and others) from complaining to meaningful change.


In this episode, you’ll learn:

- Why our brains are wired to complain (and why it’s not all bad)

- The hidden dangers of chronic complaining in leadership and life

- How to identify the real problem behind a complaintFour practical questions to move from venting to taking action

- How to coach your team (and yourself) out of a victim mindset

- Why accountability and support are critical for change.


If you’re tired of hearing complaints - from yourself, your team, or others around you, this episode will show you how to turn frustration into forward action.

Let me know what you thought about this episode, I always love hearing your takeaways and insights. You can message me on Instagram or LinkedIn or flick me an email.

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Links and Resources Mentioned:

Leadership Blueprint: A focused coaching package to help you identify your leadership strengths and gaps, create an action plan, and get tailored support to start leading with more clarity and confidence. Book your spot here.

Leadership Style Quiz: Find out which iconic movie character best represents your leadership style.


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EP 97. Stop Complaining, Start Leading: How to Shift from Venting to Action

EP 97. Stop Complaining, Start Leading: How to Shift from Venting to Action

Tash Pieterse