The Dips of Doubt

The Dips of Doubt

Dips of Doubt are normal and to often we think we are the only ones struggling. We hope that when you feel overwhelmed, inadequate, or just plain unsure our podcast will help.

We know being a leader can be lonely, so our sessions will provide you with quick tips, strategies, and insights for your ...

Recent Episodes

Oct. 8, 2025

Did I squash you?

In this episode, Susan and Tessa share a vivid story about a lizard on the road to spark real talk about the unintended impact leaders sometimes have on others. Even with the best intentions, our words or actions can “squash”...
Oct. 6, 2025

Wash, Rinse, and Repeat

In this episode, Susan and Tessa tackle the challenge all leaders face: how to keep important messages fresh when repetition feels relentless. They break down the “wash, rinse, and repeat” philosophy, being clear, reinforcing...
Oct. 1, 2025

Who Gets Their Way?

In this episode of Dips of Doubt, Susan and Tessa dig into what happens when passionate perspectives collide and everyone wants things done their way. Through a real-world committee story, the hosts explore how stubbornness, ...
Sept. 29, 2025

Highlight the Wins

In this uplifting episode, Susan and Tessa share why focusing on small victories can make all the difference for leaders feeling overwhelmed. With stories about recognizing the everyday wins—like a clean building, a heartfelt...
Sept. 24, 2025

Believe in you!

In this uplifting episode, Susan and Tessa dive deep into the importance of self-belief, especially for leaders facing setbacks, doubt, and criticism. Through vulnerable stories, from high school math classes to challenges in...
Sept. 22, 2025

Who is in Your Leadership Circle?

Who do you surround yourself with and how does it shape who you are as a leader? In this episode, Susan and Tessa dig into the powerful influence of your leadership circle. Reflecting on lessons from early teaching days and p...

About the Host

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Tessa Brock

Tessa is a passionate, engaging and inspiring speaker, facilitator and coach who tackles the tough topics of Organizational Culture, Trauma Responsive Approaches, Communication, and Reflective Practice with a balance of expertise, honesty, and humor. Tessa has worked with schools through Fortune 500 organizations to enhance interpersonal interactions. Using her Self-Aware Leadership Model and through her genuine and authentic manner, Tessa skillfully uses story to drive home key concepts that make a lasting impression. Tessa has a Master’s degree, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), is Infant/Toddler Mental Health Endorsed Level III (IMH-E III), and is a Certified Executive Coach. Through powerful keynotes, workshops and coaching, Tessa actively coaches, trains, and consults with organizations and schools to enhance relationship-based and trauma-responsive skills and strategies used with professionals, students, and parents. The Neurosequential Network acknowledges that Tessa has completed NMT Training Certification through the Phase I level. She is an international speaker and national consultant.

Reviews

Deeply Relevant and Informative

"I listened to the episode about finding balance to refill your leadership cup and it really resonated for me the importance of walking the talk; if we are always telling our teams the importance of b…"

MD | Sept. 29, 2024

Helpful Reminders

"I loved the episode about celebrating wins! It can feel so easy to celebrate those around us but often we forget to celebrate ourselves! This episode had some great reminders for how to honour and re…"

Meg | Sept. 29, 2024