Nov 4, 2025
If you’ve ever wondered how to lead with more humanity without losing authority, this episode is for you.
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Rachel DeAlto, keynote speaker, communication and leadership expert and author joins Erin to unpack what it really means to be a relatable leader-one who’s respected, trusted, and real even when the pressure’s high.
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Here’s what you’ll hear:
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The one thing teams say they crave
most and most bosses forget to give
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What it really takes to rebuild confidence after ego-driven leadership
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How to use her “Me-You-We” method to navigate tough conversations
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href="https://www.amazon.com/Relatable-Leader-Create-Culture-Connection/dp/B0DMM37LD8">Check
out Rachel’s Book: The Relatable Leader: Create a Culture of
Connection </a> <p>
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email: hello@bauthenticinc.com <p>
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<p><em>DISCLAIMER: This episode is not
explicit, though contains mild swearing that may be unsustainable
for younger audiences.<p></em>
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“People get stuck thinking being relatable means being nice or being friends. It doesn’t. You can still be a leader and maintain boundaries while showing up as a human being.”
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“If you’re not sure your team feels respected by you-ask them. And if you don’t have the relationship to ask, they probably don’t feel respected.”
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“It takes seconds to show that you’re a human being.”
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“Teams are looking for respect from their leader. That’s how they feel connected when they feel respected.”
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