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 ...

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Adaptability
Feb. 9, 2026

Adaptability

What if adaptability was your superpower instead of your stress response? In this episode, Susan and Tessa dig into why flexibility has become a non negotiable leadership skill in a world of constant pivots, shifting expectat...
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Fragility in the Workplace
Feb. 4, 2026

Fragility in the Workplace

Have you noticed more team members crumbling under stress or pointing fingers instead of solving problems? In this episode, Susan and Tessa tackle fragility in the workplace, where leaders often shoulder blame while staff avo...
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Rerouting
Feb. 2, 2026

Rerouting

What if your New Year goals came with a built in “rerouting” button instead of a shame spiral? In this thought provoking episode, Susan and Tessa use the GPS metaphor to reframe broken resolutions and missed intentions as nor...
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Do You Filter Your Noise or Amplify Your Signal?
Jan. 28, 2026

Do You Filter Your Noise or Amplify Your Signal?

Have you ever felt buried under drama, emails, and constant demands, unsure what actually deserves your attention? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore the difference between “noise” that drains leaders and “signals” that...
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The Power of Questions
Jan. 26, 2026

The Power of Questions

What if the questions you ask could completely change the conversations you have with your team? In this episode, Susan and Tessa explore the power of well chosen questions to reveal real obstacles, surface unspoken concerns,...
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Work Smarter, Not Harder!
Jan. 21, 2026

Work Smarter, Not Harder!

Feeling endlessly busy but not truly productive? In this “Work Smarter, Not Harder” episode of the Dips of Doubt series, Susan Rosenthal and Tessa Brock walk leaders through a practical four step audit to rethink their daily ...
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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.

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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
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