In this episode of Courage is Built Here, Justine opens Pathway Five, Do the Work, and sits down with professional calligrapher and small business owner Leah Spiros. Together they talk about how old stories can keep us stuck to what feels familiar, why “the next step” matters more than the perfect step, and how intentionality, kindness, and joy shape the way Leah shows up in her business and her relationships.

In this episode of Courage Is Built Here, Justine opens Pathway Four, Love Others Well, with executive leader and advisor Rose Thompson. Together, they explore how accountability, empathy, boundaries, and vulnerability are essential to caring for and leading others well. Rose shares stories from her leadership journey about one-to-one connection, holding people accountable with love, navigating boundaries at work and at home, and choosing curiosity over judgment, even in difficult conversations.

In this episode of Courage Is Built Here, Justine opens Pathway Three, Be Fully You, and sits down with educator and superintendent Amy Ruzicka to talk about imposter syndrome, leadership, and the courage it takes to step forward before you feel ready. Amy shares how self-doubt, authenticity, boundaries, and embracing joy have shaped her leadership journey, including her decision to apply for superintendent and her commitment to leading through influence rather than power.