Sometimes the bravest move you can make as a leader is to pause. In this episode of Lead Easy, Sara opens up about her decision to press pause on the podcast—and why this season of life is calling her to step back with intention.
She shares the personal and professional shifts that influenced her choice, what she’s learning about following energy instead of forcing progress, and how you can apply the power of pausing in your own leadership journey.
Inside this conversation:
- Why hitting pause isn’t failure—it’s strategy
- How personal and professional seasons influence leadership decisions
- The mindset shift from “pushing forward” to “leading with ease”
- Lessons you can take into your own work, family, and leadership
This is not goodbye—it’s simply a pause to create space for what’s next. Stay connected with Sara, revisit past episodes, and reflect on how giving yourself permission to pause might open new possibilities in your own life.
Stay connected. Email Sara here: sara@sarakobrien.com
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Keywords:
Pressing pause, leadership lessons, executive leadership, leadership reflection, seasons of leadership, energy leadership, breakthrough mindset, women in leadership, work-life balance, burnout recovery
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Executive presence isn’t just about how you dress or the tone of your voice—it’s about the energy you bring into every room. In this episode, Sara O’Brien breaks down what executive presence really means and why starting with surface-level “fixes” doesn’t last. Instead, lasting presence comes from building awareness of your energy and leading with authenticity.
If you’re preparing for a big presentation, leading a team, or simply want to show up with more impact, this episode will give you the tools to lead with confidence, clarity, and authentic influence.
Subscribe and listen now and discover how energy is the true foundation of executive presence.
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Keywords:
Executive Presence, Leadership Confidence, Energy Leadership, 7 Levels of Energy, Authentic Leadership, Leadership Presence, Confident Communication, Influence and Impact, Women in Leadership, Leading with Energy
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Feeling stressed or burnt out? The Four C Framework — Clarity, Claim, Collaboration, Control — helps you lead with confidence, improve communication skills, and advocate for yourself effectively.
This framework comes from Sara’s Breakthrough Coaching program, designed to help leaders define their vision, own their role, foster collaboration, and take control of outcomes without losing energy. Learn when and how to make your voice heard, build confidence, and strengthen your self-advocacy in work and life.
Subscribe and listen to Lead Easy on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube @saraobriencoaching for practical tips on leadership, influence, and stress-free success.
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Keywords:
leadership, clarity, confidence, collaboration, influence, control, team building, business growth, mindset, leadership tips, team leadership, communication, productivity
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Learn how to make confident leadership decisions using the holographic thinking framework, a powerful tool to help you balance logic, emotion, and instinct.
In this live walkthrough, Sara O’Brien guides leaders through high-stakes decision-making with clarity and executive presence. Whether you’re managing complex systems, growing in your leadership role, or leading a team through tough calls, this episode will help you break free from decision fatigue and lead with conviction.
Ready to lead with more presence and confidence?
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Keywords:
leadership decision making, executive presence, holographic thinking, confident leadership, gut instinct, logic vs emotion, decision fatigue, leadership growth, make tough decisions, leadership mindset, Sara O'Brien, lead easy podcast
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Influence without formal authority is more than a leadership skill — it’s essential. Especially for women balancing ambitious careers and motherhood.
In this episode, Sara O’Brien reflects on leading major projects early in her career without a title, and how the same principles helped her navigate parenting. She shares how trust, empathy, and connection create real influence at work and at home.
Tune in to explore how leading with energy, not control, can shift everything.
Subscribe to Lead Easy and catch last week’s episode: "Lead With Energy, NOT Authority." Start there for the full story.
Also Mentioned:
‘Energy-Driven Leadership: The 7 Levels That Define Your Influence’
https://saraobriencoaching.com/blog/energy-driven-leadership
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Keywords:
Influence without authority, leading without a title, energy leadership, women in leadership, leadership skills, parenting lessons, collaborative leadership, high-level leadership, soft skills, lead easy podcast, sara o’brien, leadership podcast, emotional intelligence, working moms, empathy-based leadership
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Feeling stuck leading a project without formal authority? If you’ve ever felt responsible for the outcome, but not the people, you know how tough it is to influence without the title.
In this episode of Lead Easy, executive coach Sara O’Brien shares how to lead from energy, not hierarchy, using her ICA Method:
- Influence through energy
- Co-create, don’t command
- Authority is claimed, not given
You’ll learn how to navigate cross-functional teams, overcome project delays, and communicate with clarity, even when you’re not “in charge.”
This is for high-performing women who’ve been quietly shrinking in rooms they’re meant to lead. Time to change that.
Want FREE coaching or to join the Breakthrough Coaching waitlist? Email your leadership challenge, or just write “Breakthrough” to sara@saraobriencoaching.com.
Also Mentioned:
‘Energy-Driven Leadership: The 7 Levels That Define Your Influence’
https://saraobriencoaching.com/blog/energy-driven-leadership
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Keywords:
executive coaching, women in leadership, how to influence others, leadership coaching, leadership without the title, influence without authority, energy leadership
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Still circling a decision? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing personal stories of decision fatigue and how I’ve had to work through my own spirals of overthinking and fear of getting it wrong.
Breaking through indecision isn’t about more information, it’s about building self-trust and learning what’s really getting in the way.
🎧 Listen now to break through decision fatigue and start leading with clarity and confidence. Subscribe to Lead Easy for weekly guidance that blends strategy, neuroscience, and grounded self-leadership.
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Keywords:
decision fatigue, decision paralysis, how to stop overthinking, leadership mindset, women in leadership, how to make better decisions, emotional burnout, overcoming fear, trust yourself, executive coaching, Lead Easy podcast, Sara OBrien
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Struggling to make choices even when you're performing at your peak? This episode dives into how to break through decision paralysis and regain mental clarity. Learn how to make empowered decisions and move forward with grounded leadership.
We’re not talking about procrastination, we’re talking about the kind of indecision that strikes in the middle of high performance. When you're leading, delivering, showing up... and yet the next move feels paralyzing.
Inside this episode of Lead Easy, Sara explores:
- Why smart, capable leaders get stuck in decision fatigue
- What’s happening in your brain and nervous system when you freeze
- A key mindset shift that rebuilds self-trust
- Two practical decision-making tools (including Holographic Thinking + the Impact Grid)
Whether you're circling a big career move, team shift, or business strategy, this is your guide to making clear, confident decisions under pressure.
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Energy-Driven Leadership: The 7 Levels That Define Your Influence: https://saraobriencoaching.com/blog/energy-driven-leadership
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Keywords:
Lead Easy, Sara O’Brien, decision paralysis, leadership overwhelm, decision fatigue, women in leadership, executive decision making, self-trust, energy leadership, strategic coaching, intuitive leadership
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Are your thoughts and energy helping or hindering your leadership potential? In this episode of the Lead Easy Podcast, Sara O’Brien explains the science behind energy-based coaching and how it can unlock confidence, clarity, and career momentum.
What You’ll Learn:
- The 7 Levels of Energy and what they mean for your leadership
- The TEA method (Thoughts, Emotions, Actions) that drives results
- Real client wins using energy coaching
- Why this isn't just “woo,” it’s neuroscience
- How to shift from stuck to unstoppable
Listen. Subscribe. Leave a 5-star review.
It helps more leaders discover this work!
Also Mentioned:
- The Woo and The Work Mini Series available on Lead Easy.
- Energy-Driven Leadership: The 7 Levels That Define Your Influence: https://saraobriencoaching.com/blog/energy-driven-leadership
- Free 7 Levels of Energy PDF: email Sara at sara@sarakobrien.com to request yours
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Keywords:
energy based coaching, energy leadership coaching, Sara O’Brien, leadership development, confidence coaching, mindset shift, raise your vibration, ELI assessment, personal growth podcast, how to be a better leader, female leadership, career coaching, neuroscience and coaching, leadership mindset, professional growth tools
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Feeling stuck despite positive feedback? This episode addresses the frustration many face when their career development doesn't match their efforts. Learn how actually to start climbing the career ladder and achieve workplace success.
📩 Do you have a leadership challenge you want Sara to unpack? Send a message to sara@sarakobrien.com to be featured on a future episode.
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Keywords:
Sara O'Brien, Lead Easy, Women In Leadership, Executive Presence, Career Growth, The Praise Trap, Leadership Podcast, Promotion Tips, Leadership Visibility, Self Belief, Leadership Development
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Burnout, Fatigue, and the Myth of Always Being On
What happens when your body and mind hit pause but your ambition won’t? In this vulnerable, unscripted episode, Sara O’Brien opens up about the tension between high-performing leadership and unexpected fatigue. From physical exhaustion to the internal pressure to “push through,” she shares how she’s learning to honor her natural rhythms and rewrite her relationship with productivity. Along the way, Sara reflects on a moving NPR interview with cellist Yo-Yo Ma, whose childlike, intuitive approach to creativity offers a powerful lens for leading with softness and self-trust.
Listen to ‘Yo-Yo Ma Says He's Living His Best Childhood Now’ by using the link below: https://www.npr.org/2024/05/29/1197967745/yo-yo-ma
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Burnout, Fatigue, Mental Health, Leadership, Self-Compassion, Intuition, Work-Life Balance, Personal Growth, Women in Leadership, High Achieving Women, Entrepreneur Burnout, Sustainable Success
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or stuck in hustle mode? Learn how to reset your nervous system in 30 seconds with Dr. Seema Desai. This episode dives deep into healing, self-leadership, postpartum struggles, cultural pressure, and reclaiming joy.
Subscribe now to Lead Easy for more real conversations on authentic leadership, high performance, and the human side of ambition.
If today’s episode helped you breathe easier, feel more present, or reset your GPS for the day, stay connected with Seema:
Website: www.drseemadesai.com
Happy and Human podcast: happyandhumanpodcast.com
Instagram: @dr.seemadesai
LinkedIn: Dr. Seema Desai
Even 30 seconds of presence can shift everything. Make it a daily habit — and connect with Seema to deepen your journey.
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Keywords:
neuroscience, mind body leadership, burnout recovery, breathwork, dr seema desai, sara o’brien, lead easy podcast, women leadership, ambitious women, intuitive leadership, high achievers, work life balance, hustle culture, mindfulness
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Feeling lonely in leadership? You’re not alone. In this unscripted, from-the-heart episode, Sara opens up about the emotional side of being a high-achieving leader — the fear, the self-doubt, the lack of support — and the quiet question many leaders ask: Am I really ready for this?Whether you're a C-suite exec, founder, or rising professional, this episode is a reminder that you can be a masterpiece and a work in progress at the same time.🎙️ Sara shares personal stories from her early career in advertising, the power of mentorship, and why even the most successful leaders crave connection, community, and safety nets.If you've ever felt alone at the top, this is for you.👇 Comment below if this resonates. Sara replies to every message.🔔 Subscribe @saraobriencoaching for more real talk on leadership, growth, and emotional resilience.
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After earning the leadership role she’d worked years for, Zoya was laid off just six months in. She bounced back fast, but in a role that felt like a step back. Despite being successful, she felt stuck. Inside the Breakthrough Coaching Program, everything changed.
Through mindset work and deep reflection, Zoya realized:
-Confidence isn’t tied to a title
-You can’t grow if you’re always proving
-Asking for help is a strength, not a flaw
The turning point? One powerful question: "What if you’re not average?"
In this episode, hear how Zoya:
-Reclaimed her voice as a leader
-Found strength in community
-Let go of burnout and chose purpose over pressure
A must-listen if you’re in a high-achieving career but questioning what’s next.
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Keywords:
Leadership, confidence, promotion, leadership skills, leadership development, success tips, career advice, career goals, career coaching, women leaders, sales and marketing, breakthrough coaching program, career stagnation, professional growth, promotion, strategies, self-confidence
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Blocked energy can’t lead. Burnout isn’t just physical, it’s energetic.
In this transformative episode of The Woo & The Work mini-series, Sara O’Brien interviews Kat Burns, a former creative director turned energy healer and creativity coach, to explore how burnout, worthiness wounds, and emotional suppression impact women in leadership.
Kat shares her personal journey from high-level burnout in the fast-paced marketing and film industries to finding lasting transformation through energy healing and self-trust. She opens up about the hidden patterns behind burnout, including people-pleasing, perfectionism, and the fear of speaking up, and how these often go unnoticed until they become chronic.
Together, they dive deep into:
How societal conditioning creates energetic blocks
Why creativity is a direct line to divine inspiration
How to reconnect with your energetic body using tools like chakra healing, Reiki, and sound therapy
The real root of exhaustion—and how to shift it from the inside out
Kat’s insights are both spiritual and practical, offering real tools to clear what’s holding you back and help you lead from a place of energy, alignment, and authenticity. This isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing it differently.
Connect with Kat Burns:
LinkedIn: iamkatburns
Instagram: iamkatburns
Website: iamkatburns.com
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Keywords:
burnout recovery, energy healing, chakra healing, spiritual leadership, creative burnout, feminine leadership, energy work, sound healing, reiki healing, coaching for women, leadership podcast, energy blocks, woo and the work, lead easy podcast, Kat Burns, Sara O’Brien, healing through energy, women in leadership, worthiness wound, self trust, energetic boundaries
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
What if your path to leadership clarity was written in your energy? In this episode of The Woo & The Work, intuitive human design expert Adriana Keefe joins Sara O’Brien to explore how understanding your unique energetic blueprint can shift everything—from your confidence to your career. You’ll hear Adriana’s powerful story of trauma, realignment, and purpose, and learn how human design isn’t just “woo”—it’s grounded in energy, emotion, and science. Whether you’re curious about the spiritual side of success or seeking practical ways to lead with more alignment, this conversation will move you.
Connect with Adriana Keefe:
Website: AdrianaKeefe.com, themagneticrebellion.comInstagram: @adrikeefe
Podcast: The No BS Human Design Podcast
Get your Human Design Chart: https://adrianakeefe.com/getyourchart
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Keywords:
human design expert, leadership energy, intuitive leadership, Adriana Keefe interview, energetic alignment, self-trust in leadership, woo in the workplace, how to use human design, spiritual leadership, energy healing
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Accessing your inner guide might be the leadership skill no one taught you—but it's the one that changes everything. In this first episode of The Woo & The Work mini-series, we explore how intuition, energy, and what some might call the woo directly influence how you lead, make decisions, and build lasting confidence.
You’ll learn how to identify your inner critic (also known as the “gremlin”) and tap into a higher energy state—what’s known as Level 7 in the Energy Leadership framework—to access your inner wisdom. We also look at a fascinating phenomenon called third man syndrome, a powerful example of inner guidance during life-or-death moments—and how it applies to everyday leadership.
This isn’t just theory. You’ll walk away with practical ways to start tuning into your own inner mentor, so you can lead with clarity, confidence, and ease.
Subscribe to the Lead Easy podcast so you don’t miss the next episode in The Woo & The Work mini series. Each one explores how deeper inner work—like intuition, energy, and self-trust—directly impacts how you lead.
Or head to YouTube and subscribe to my channel @saraobriencoaching to watch new episodes as they drop.
Mentions From This Episode:
-The 7 Levels of Energy Framework How different energy levels shape mindset, behavior, and leadership.
-The Survival Story of Tami Oldham Ashcraft Hear how she accessed her inner guide during 41 days adrift at sea.
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-The 3rd Man Syndrome Phenomenon Real-life accounts of people guided by an inner voice in high-stakes moments.
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-Blink Podcast
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Keywords:
Inner guide, inner voice, self-trust in leadership, energy leadership, seven levels of energy, tapping into intuition, leadership confidence, third man syndrome, inner wisdom for decision-making, quieting the inner critic, spiritual side of leadership, accessing higher self, emotional intelligence at work, mindset for leaders, executive self-awareness.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Inner Guide Concept
00:45 Understanding the Inner Critic
01:43 Exploring the Seven Levels of Energy
03:10 The Breakthrough Moment
05:34 Discovering Third Man Syndrome
11:19 Practical Steps to Access Your Inner Wisdom
14:41 Conclusion and Call to Action
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
Introducing The Woo & The Work: Leading From Within! This brand-new mini-series on the Lead Easy Podcast takes leadership beyond strategy and into intuition, energy, and inner wisdom—the unseen forces that shape how we show up, make decisions, and lead with confidence.
What is The Woo & The Work? It’s the intersection of neuroscience and intuition, self-trust and high performance, clarity and energy alignment. This isn’t about working harder—it’s about leading from within.
In this mini-series, you’ll discover:
✔️ How trusting your inner guidance leads to stronger decision-making
✔️ The surprising ways energy impacts leadership presence ✔️ How to quiet external noise and access your higher self for clarity
✔️ The science behind intuition and how to apply it at work ✔️ Conversations with experts in energy work, somatic healing, and leadership transformation
New episodes drop every other Thursday. Don’t miss out—subscribe now and hit the bell to be notified when the next episode goes live!
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Keywords:
Leadership, intuition, executive presence, energy alignment, decision-making, self-trust, neuroscience, inner wisdom, high-performance leadership, personal growth
Timestamps:
00:00 - Welcome to The Woo & The Work: A New Mini-Series
01:39 - What Is “Woo” & Why Does It Matter for Leaders?
02:33 - Sara’s Personal Journey With Intuition & Energy in Leadership
05:08 - What You Can Expect in This Mini-Series
07:36 - Subscribe & Stay Tuned for Upcoming Episodes!
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
After 20 years with her company, Amy’s career had accelerated rapidly, bringing more promotions, higher stakes, and mounting pressure. Once known for her decisiveness, she suddenly found herself doubting everything, from career moves to daily decisions.
Through the Breakthrough Coaching Program, Amy gained:
🔹A clear decision-making framework grounded in her values
🔹Tools to handle high-pressure situations with confidence.
🔹Sustainable habits that fuel her creativity and focus.
Her breakthrough moment came when she confidently turned down a leadership opportunity requiring extensive travel—trusting her values over external expectations. Her son’s words confirmed her decision:
“I’m glad you didn’t take it, Mom. We only have four years left together at home. If you were gone half the time, that would only be two.”
Now, Amy leads with clarity, confidence, and balance, without second-guessing herself.
If you’re a high-achieving leader feeling the weight of rapid growth, this episode will give you the strategies to navigate it with confidence.
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Keywords:
High-Level Leadership, Executive Coaching, Overcoming Self-Doubt, Career Growth Strategies, Leadership Confidence, Energy-Driven Leadership, Group Coaching, Values-Based Decision-Making, Professional Development, Executive Presence
Timestamps:
2:52 – Introduction: Meet Amy
5:25 – Why rapid promotions triggered self-doubt
10:44 – Using values-based decision-making to stay grounded
15:37 – The power of energy-driven leadership in high-stakes environments
14:00 – Building sustainable leadership habits
17:27 – The unexpected benefits of group coaching
20:58 – How Amy regained confidence and balance
22:03 – Closing thoughts and next steps
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)
In this episode, I break down the three levels of communication—Reactive, Defensive, and Empowered—and why the energy behind the words you say makes all the difference in your leadership presence.
Many professionals default to communication habits that undermine their credibility without even realizing it. Whether it’s shutting down in tough conversations, reacting defensively under stress, or struggling to be heard in leadership discussions, your communication patterns could be holding you back.
Tune in now where you’ll learn:
- Why surface-level communication tactics don’t work
- How your energy state shifts how others perceive you
- The difference between Reactive, Defensive, and Empowered communication
- How to shift into a calm, confident leadership presence.
If you’ve ever wondered why you struggle to get your ideas across—or why some conversations feel harder than they should, this episode is for you.
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Keywords:
Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Women Leaders, Career Growth, Leadership Coaching, Imposter Syndrome, Burnout Recovery, Energy Leadership, Breakthrough Coaching Program, Personal Development, Professional Growth, Authentic Leadership
Timestamps:
0:44 – Why Communication is More Than What You Say
7:34 – Level 1: Reactive Communication
8:49 – Level 2: Defensive Communication
10:11 – Level 3: Empowered Communication
12:17 – What is driving your communication?
13:36 – Next steps to improve your communication
Music Credit:
Track Title: Over You
Artist: Atch
Source: YouTube
License: Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported (CC BY 3.0)