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Do you ever feel confused or frustrated by decisions your boss makes? Or unsure how to communicate in a way that actually lands? In this episode of the Psych Leadership Podcast, we break down how to manage up, not by manipulating others, but by understanding the psychology behind leadership personalities.

You’ll learn:

• How the Big Five personality traits show up in managers
• Practical strategies for adapting your communication style
• Why Leader-Member Exchange (LMX Theory) matters for your career opportunities
• How to strengthen trust and influence from any level

Whether you’re working your first campus job, navigating an internship, or stepping into your early career, this episode gives you tools to feel more confident and successful in the workplace.

🎧 Hit play and start building a better relationship with the person who plays a big role in your growth… your leader.

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When life knocks you down… a bad grade, a failed interview, or a project that doesn’t go your way, it’s easy to question your path. But real growth doesn’t come from avoiding setbacks; it comes from learning how to rise after them.

In this episode of the Psych Leadership Podcast, we explore how Resilience Theory and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) can help you bounce back when you feel like quitting. You’ll learn how to reframe negative thoughts, manage self-doubt, and turn failure into forward motion.

Whether you’re a student, recent graduate, or early-career professional, this episode will help you understand the science of resilience, and how to use it to build a mindset that bends but doesn’t break.

🎧 Tune in to discover the tools that make persistence your superpower.

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Finding your voice isn’t always easy, especially when you’re still figuring out who you are in school, at work, or early in your career. In this episode of The Psych Leadership Podcast, we explore how to speak up for yourself without feeling rude, awkward, or “too much.”

Using insights from Assertiveness Theory, we’ll unpack the psychology behind confident communication, what it means to balance respect for others with respect for yourself. You’ll learn practical strategies for advocating for your needs, setting boundaries, and expressing ideas clearly, whether in the classroom, group projects, or the workplace.

If you’ve ever struggled to ask for what you deserve or feared being labeled “pushy,” this episode will help you reframe assertiveness as a strength, not a flaw.

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Psych Leadership is a division of Rise Up Academics - A 501(c)(3) focused on building leadership and mentoring opportunities for high school and college students. All proceeds go towards this purpose.

Want to connect? Email me at psychLeadership@riseupacademics.org