Deedra Determan

All Deedra Determan’s blogs and podcasts

What Is a Strong Work Ethic? It’s Not the Hours You Work

A strong work ethic isn't about how long you work. Tracy Spears explains why follow through, focus, and results matter

Manager vs Leader: The Real Difference Is How People Feel

Manager vs leader: the real difference is how people feel after working with you. Tracy Spears shares how leaders build

How to Ask for More Responsibility at Work in 4 Steps

Learn how to ask for more responsibility at work with Tracy Spears' 4 step approach: name a problem, share options,

Time Off Work Guilt: You Don’t Have to Earn a Break

Struggling with time off work guilt? Tracy Spears explains why you don't have to earn a break, how to use

Feeling Left Out at Work? How to Stop Taking It Personally

Feeling left out at work? Tracy Spears shares how to pause, separate facts from assumptions, and respond with curiosity instead

Stop Asking Why Questions: Ask What and How for Better Conversations

Stop asking why questions and start asking what and how. Tracy Spears shares a simple shift that reduces defensiveness and

Separating Self Worth From Work: How Leaders Stay Grounded When Performance Swings

Separating self worth from work helps leaders handle feedback, setbacks, and pressure with confidence. Tracy Spears shares practical ways to

How to Give Effective Feedback When Emotions Are High

Learn how to give effective feedback when emotions are high with a calm, clear process that protects trust and creates

How to Build an Interdependent Team That Thrives Without You

Learn how to build an interdependent team with clear ownership, decision rights, peer support, and coaching that helps people thrive
Podcast

I Love the Olympics (and Ester Ledecka) Because…

Because it’s ordinary people doing extraordinary things. Ordinary, in that they are relatable. Perhaps some of the competitors remind us