Leadership isn’t always about titles, sometimes it’s about navigating the messy middle between friendship, authority, and respect. In this episode of The Real Deal Conversations, host Megan Deal and returning guest Whitney Guison tackle what it really looks like to lead well when things get uncomfortable. They dig into everything from feeling left out and leading people who don’t respect you, to setting boundaries with friends at work and protecting your time without guilt. With Megan’s empathy and Whitney’s straight-shooting wisdom, this episode brings both heart and honesty to the challenges every leader faces. You’ll laugh, nod, and walk away with real tools for leading with confidence and compassion.

Leadership isn&rsquo;t always about titles, sometimes it&rsquo;s about navigating the messy middle between friendship, authority, and respect. In this episode of&nbsp;The Real Deal Conversations, host&nbsp;Megan Deal&nbsp;and returning guest&nbsp;Whitney Guison&nbsp;tackle what it really looks like to lead well when things get uncomfortable. They dig into everything from feeling left out and leading people who don&rsquo;t respect you, to setting boundaries with friends at work and protecting your time without guilt. With Megan&rsquo;s empathy and Whitney&rsquo;s straight-shooting wisdom, this episode brings both heart and honesty to the challenges every leader faces. You&rsquo;ll laugh, nod, and walk away with real tools for leading with confidence and compassion.

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges—whether it’s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.

Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.

New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!

The Real Deal Conversations

The Real Deal Conversations with Megan Deal shares real stories and meaningful conversations to encourage, inspire, and equip you for life's challenges&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s mental health, relationships, work, or leadership.
Through personal experiences and insightful discussions, Megan and her guests work to foster empathy, build connections, and remind you that you're not alone.
New episodes drop every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts or at aroundtheozarks.com!