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EPISODE · Oct 15, 2025 · 16 MIN

The Hidden Reason Your Team Is Falling Apart with Robyn McTague

from Milestone Moments in Business & Leadership

What if the biggest conflict in your workplace isn't between your employees—but between what drives them at their core?Robyn McTague, creator of A Life of Choice Coaching and Positive Team Engagement, reveals a shocking truth that's reshaping how leaders understand their teams. After surviving a challenging childhood and beating cancer 25 years ago, Robyn discovered something that traditional personality tests completely miss."Most often we talk about personality conflicts," Robyn explains. "But it's actually motivational conflict."Here's what will blow your mind: There are over a million possible combinations of what truly motivates people—and most leaders are operating completely blind to this reality. Robin shares how one business collaboration nearly fell apart until she recognized the real issue wasn't personality... but something much deeper.What you'll discover in this episode:Why that "difficult" employee might actually be your biggest asset in the wrong roleThe one assessment that reveals hidden tensions before they explodeHow cancer became Robyn's catalyst for helping others live authenticallyThe #1 mantra every leader needs for instant conflict resolutionWhy inspiration fails but motivation succeeds (and how to tell the difference)What the "great disengagement" means for your business right nowBut here's the real question: What happens when you finally understand what truly drives each person on your team? Robyn shares a case study that will make you rethink everything you know about hiring, team dynamics, and why some employees thrive while others quietly quit.The breakthrough moment that changes everything? When Robyn reveals the simple shift that transforms workplace tensions into team superpowers; and why most leaders never see it coming.Ready to discover what's really motivating (or demotivating) your team?To connect with Robyn McTague, visit positiveteamengagement.com or alifeofchoice.caStay connected! Subscribe to Sheila's newsletter for:Early access to upcoming episodes and eventsExpanded strategies and resourcesDirect connection with Sheila for questions and supportSubscribe to the Newsletter: https://fivemilestones.kit.com/newsletter Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheilaslick/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@fivemilestonesFor more information, visit: Sheila Slick: https://sheilaslick.com Five Milestones: https://fivemilestones.com/show/Sponsored by: https://PodToBook.ai | Turn Your Podcast Conversations into a Book

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What if the biggest conflict in your workplace isn't between your employees—but between what drives them at their core?Robyn McTague, creator of A Life of Choice Coaching and Positive Team Engagement, reveals a shocking truth that's reshaping how...

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