
Seasons Leadership Podcast · 2025-03-19 · 32 min
In this engaging episode of the Seasons Leadership Podcast, Debbie Collard and Susan Ireland delve into the essential leadership practice of setting meaningful intentions. Unlike typical goal-setting, intentions provide clarity and purpose, grounding leaders in their vision, mission, and values - especially during uncertain times. Debbie and Susan share personal stories, explore the AIM SMART framework, and offer practical accountability strategies to help leaders turn their intentions into impactful progress. ⏰ Episode Breakdown & Key Highlights: 00:00 | Welcome & Why Setting Intentions Matters Debbie and Susan kick off the episode by discussing how intention-setting differs from goal-setting. Leadership is a continuous journey - intentions bring clarity and focus. 01:26 | Staying Grounded in a Changing World Susan shares insights on how being grounded in intention helps navigate uncertainty. Revisiting and adjusting intentions is key as life and leadership demands evolve. 03:20 | The Foundational Leadership Triad Debbie explains the triad: Vision : Where you’re headed. Mission : Why you exist. Values : How you show up and operate.