Ever notice how a quiet phone unlocks a sharper mind? In this episode of The E Word, we trade the buzz of notifications for the kind of focus that fuels real leadership. Through the lens of the SPENT framework, Brittany and Karen break down what it means to lead with intention, whether you’re managing paid staff, motivating volunteers, or planning for what (and who) comes next.
We explore practical wisdom (phronesis) in action: knowing when to delegate, how to create value others can see, and why a single well-placed deadline can shift your whole day. We look at techne through partnership—how the best leaders don’t do it all but build with others who can. Nous shows up in the lion-in-the-room method of handling conflict, a simple mindset shift that makes even hard conversations constructive.
We also examine episteme (the facts of succession planning, accountability, and team dynamics) and sophia—philosophic wisdom—when defining leadership that scales trust, not just output.
Whether you're building psychological safety, navigating transition, or just trying to focus when no one’s watching, this episode will sharpen your habits and your headspace.
Press play and tell us: what’s one leadership habit you’re committing to this week?
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