In this trailer episode of Seen Trying, executive coach and speaker Nina Blackshear welcomes listeners into a powerful new space—one designed for leaders, creatives, and high achievers who are brave enough to grow in public. Nina introduces the heart behind the podcast: a compassionate, honest, and inspiring community where the messy middle of growth isn’t hidden—it’s honored.

Nina shares why she created Seen Trying: to support perfectionists, overachievers, emerging leaders, and anyone who has ever felt like an imposter while working toward their goals. This podcast isn’t about highlight reels or overnight success. It’s about the steep climbs, the detours, the self-doubt, and the lessons learned along the way.

Listeners will get a glimpse of what to expect each season, including candid conversations with diverse leaders, Nina’s own reflections, and actionable takeaways to help you navigate personal and professional growth with intention. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that being “in progress” is something to be proud of, you’ve found your new community.

Subscribe and join Nina as she explores what it truly means to rise, evolve, lead—and be seen trying.

00:00 — Welcome to Seen Trying and the mission behind the podcast 00:38 — Nina’s background as an executive coach and leader 01:05 — The inspiration behind creating a safe space for imperfect journeys 01:55 — Why the “messy middle” matters more than the mountaintop 02:46 — The two reasons it’s powerful to be seen trying 03:35 — How visibility inspires and leads others 04:10 — Who the podcast is for: leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and more 05:03 — Rejecting highlight-reel culture and embracing the full journey 05:52 — What listeners can expect: authentic stories, insights, and takeaways 06:41 — Themes explored this season: self-doubt, resilience, identity, legacy 07:28 — Learning openly and evolving without apology 08:18 — When new episodes drop and how to suggest future guests 08:42 — Redefining success through grit, grace, and growth 09:02 — Building a community that celebrates effort and authenticity 09:28 — Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support the show 10:07 — Connect with Nina on social and access the free leadership resource 10:40 — Final encouragement: keep showing up and be seen trying

• “Being brave enough to be seen trying is the secret ingredient to becoming who you’re meant to be.”

• “It’s the messy middle that makes any success more worthwhile.”

• “You only need to be six inches in front of someone to lead them.”

• “True success isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about the courage to keep searching.”

• “We’re here to celebrate the entire process, not just the applause at the end.”

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