Meeting the Moment - The Best of Season 3 | Giant Steps with Leilani Brown

In the Season 3 finale of Giant Steps with Leilani Brown, host Leilani Brown looks back at a season intentionally built to meet the moment of mass layoffs, AI disruption, and career uncertainty. This best-of episode features curated clips and the six key lessons from Season 3’s most impactful guests.  Dr. Helen Riess, a Harvard psychiatrist, explains why self-compassion—not self-criticism—is the strongest foundation for rebuilding after job loss. Career strategist Rachel Tully introduces the Boa Constrictor Approach, a targeted job search method she used to land a role at Tesla. Certified financial planner Michael Daniels walks through the first financial steps after a layoff, from applying for unemployment to protecting your 401(k). Bestselling author Minda Harts shares her Seven Trust Languages framework for rebuilding workplace trust during restructuring. Jocelyn Lincoln, a transformational marketing and talent leader, poses the question every leader should ask: if people weren’t paid, would they still follow you? And executive producer Jirah Mickel puts Leilani in the hot seat for unscripted rapid-fire career advice.  Whether you’re navigating a career transition, leading a team through change, or looking for practical guidance in uncertain times, this episode delivers actionable advice from experts who’ve been there. Season 4 is coming—subscribe now so you don’t miss it.0:00 – Welcome & Season 3 Overview 2:34 – Theme Music / Show Intro 3:01 – Dr. Helen Riess: Self-Compassion After Job Loss 5:04 – Rachel Tully: The Boa Constrictor Approach 7:37 – Michael Daniels, CFP®: Financial Clarity in a Crisis 9:50 – Minda Harts: The Seven Trust Languages 13:57 – Jocelyn Lincoln: Would They Follow You Without a Paycheck? 16:59 – Leilani Brown: Trust Your Own Knowing 19:26 – The 6 Lessons of Season 3 21:17 – Season Wrap-Up & Season 4 Coming SoonDownload our free career guide - resetguide.giantstepsllc.com