Ep.86: Understand the people that you lead

In this episode, Rosey Flaherty welcomes Jeannine K. Brown, CEO of Everyday Lead, for an honest and impactful conversation on what it means to lead in today’s accounting world.

Jeannine shares what no one prepares you for in that first year of management: how hard it is to lead without the right tools. 

She explains why leadership isn’t just about performance, it’s about understanding people, setting expectations, and making space for mental health along the way.

With powerful insights drawn from her journey, Jeannine breaks down how to stop hiding behind reviews, lead with intention, and grow beyond traditional accounting roles.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why first-year management is one of the toughest transitions in accounting
✅ The importance of teaching people how to lead and “people well”
✅ How clear communication and feedback fuel team performance
✅ Why mental health and self-care are vital for long-term success
✅ How your accounting career path can evolve beyond the expected

🎧 Listen in and be inspired to keep smiling through the journey!.

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