Leadership Tea is the podcast for seasoned professionals navigating the real challenges of executive leadership — difficult conversations, managing up, team dynamics, and thriving as “the only” at the table.
Hosts Belinda Jackson Farrier and Shelby Smith-Wilson bring 50+ years of combined leadership experience across government, international affairs, academia, and the private sector. Each episode delivers tactical advice, honest conversations, and the clarity you need to lead with confidence.
Subscribe for weekly leadership lessons on:
✔ Navigating toxic workplaces and difficult bosses
✔ Having hard conversations without losing your composure
✔ Building team culture and psychological safety
✔ Career pivots, performance reviews, and leading under pressure
Leadership Tea Podcast
It's official! Rooted & Rising registration is open. 🌍
Five days in Cape Town this January: Table Mountain, Robben Island, the wine country of Stellenbosch, and space to actually breathe.
Early bird pricing closes July 31. Only a handful of spots left.
If this has been on your heart, don't let it stay a "someday." Link in the comments; let's go together.
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Registration is officially open for Rooted & Rising: Cape Town, January 2027!
We are heading to Cape Town from January 17–23, 2027, for a week of deep connection and restorative space.
Our itinerary includes:
- Excursions to Table Mountain and Robben Island
- A visit to the Stellenbosch Wine Country
- Transformative leadership experiences and networking with local business leaders
We are intentionally keeping this group small, and only a few spots are available. Early-bird pricing is available through July 31. Make your deposit today to secure your place.
If you have been waiting for the right moment to invest in your personal and professional growth, this is it.
And if you're on the fence, and we will answer your questions right away.
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Join Belinda and Shelby for a half-day sanctuary for clarity, connection, and courageous recommitment.
Register today at tinyurl.com/recommitretreat
Step away from the noise. Reflect deeply. Realign with your purpose. Begin 2026 grounded, intentional, and ready.
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Leadership Tea is more than a podcast. We're building a community. In addition to leadership coaching, look for more in-person events in 2026. Until then, be sure to subscribe to our channel so you'll know when we post updates!
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Financial expert Sam Salmon says that you need one of two things for financial health: Either a rainy day savings fund, or good credit that you can access in case of a financial emergency. Watch our conversation with Sam and her colleague Josh Barrett: https://youtu.be/ahkVrnEM4Eg
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Another milestone for Leadership Tea! We're so happy that our conversations are helping you think with more clarity and connect with greater intention. We look forward to sipping more tea with you soon. Onward!
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Still fighting for a seat at the tech table? Soribel Feliz (aka, The AI Therapist) says the key is to stop waiting for an invitation. Instead, it's about creating our own tables and becoming unignorable in the world of AI. Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/A-RocnSZfl0
#TechLeadership #CreateYourOwnTable #futureofai
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Our fall retreat, "Repose: A Day of Reflection," was a wonderful experience. We laughed. We shared. We created connections. Thank you to everyone who attended. Watch this space for announcements of future in-person events!
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We're so excited for our Repose retreat this weekend! We and our attendees will be connecting, relaxing, and sharing our experiences with each other. Can't wait! Stay tuned to sign up for future events with us!
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When you join The Clarity Lab, you'll be in community with other motivated leaders and professionals who come together to experiment, connect, and build new paths forward. Learn more at www.sweetgrassadvisorygroup.com/the-clarity-lab
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