What would you do if your manager was quietly sabotaging your career?

In this episode of Fraud to Fearless, we break down a real (and shockingly common) workplace scenario: an employee being blamed for work they were never assigned, while their manager covers their own mistakes.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, overlooked, or unfairly judged at work, this conversation will hit home.

Drawing on real-world leadership experience, we unpack:

• How to handle a boss who misrepresents your work
• The communication strategy that protects your reputation
• Why being a “problem solver” (not a complainer) changes everything
• How to document your work without creating conflict
• When it’s time to stay and grow… vs. when it’s time to walk away

Plus, a powerful mindset shift on why difficult work situations, even toxic ones, can become the catalyst for your biggest growth.

If you're navigating a tough manager, feeling stuck in your role, or questioning your next career move… this episode gives you the exact playbook to respond with confidence.

🎯 Your career isn’t defined by bad leadership, it’s defined by how you respond to it.

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Most people wait until they feel ready. He built and led $100M+ businesses across 4 continents without ever feeling ready at all.

In this Best Of episode of Fraud to Fearless, we revisit a conversation with Joe Carelli, former GE and Honeywell executive, who built a global leadership career by doing the opposite of what most people are taught: stepping into chaos, taking roles he wasn’t “qualified” for, and figuring it out in real time.

What he discovered is simple but uncomfortable: the people who win aren’t the ones who know the most… they’re the ones willing to move first, learn fast, and make decisions without certainty.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the best leaders don’t need to be the smartest
• How to make high-stakes decisions without full information
• The unconventional career path from field engineer to global executive
• Why getting “ground truth” changes everything in leadership
• How real leaders operate in chaos, not control

Plus, unforgettable stories from turning around global operations to discovering a “port” that didn’t even exist.

If this episode encouraged you, be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who is stepping into a new season of life.

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Big life changes can feel exciting, overwhelming, and uncomfortable all at once. In this episode, Hayden and Brooke open up about stepping into new chapters, navigating self-doubt, and learning how to stay grounded while life moves fast.

Hayden shares the story behind his recent promotion into a senior leadership role at Honeywell Aerospace and what it has been like leading through uncertainty, imposter syndrome, and massive organizational change. Brooke talks about becoming an affiliate faculty member at BYU, growing Steward of My Life, and seeing her book officially placed in the BYU library.

Together, they discuss how to stay consistent during busy seasons, why growth often feels uncomfortable, and how to stop waiting for life to “slow down” before allowing yourself to feel joy.

If you are going through a career change, promotion, new opportunity, or season of uncertainty, this episode will remind you that you do not have to have everything figured out to keep moving forward.

In this episode, we cover:

• Career growth and leadership transitions
• Imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• Staying consistent during overwhelming seasons
• Finding joy while chasing big goals
• Navigating promotions, new jobs, and life changes
• Building confidence when you do not feel ready

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What happens when you hand the mic to the next generation of business leaders?

In this special Intern Takeover episode, we sit down with 4 of BYU’s brightest students as they share real, unfiltered lessons on imposter syndrome, leadership, teamwork, and early career growth. From stepping into roles they felt completely unqualified for to learning how to lead, communicate, and take ownership, this episode is packed with insights that apply to both corporate professionals and entrepreneurs.

You’ll hear powerful stories about:

• Overcoming self-doubt in high-pressure environments
• Navigating ambiguity in corporate and startup settings
• Building confidence when you don’t feel ready
• What separates high performers early in their careers
• Why saying “I don’t know” might be your biggest advantage

Whether you’re a student, young professional, leader, or founder, this episode will challenge how you think about growth, confidence, and what it really takes to succeed in business. If you’ve ever felt like an imposter… this one’s for you.

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Your next level starts with one fearless step.

What if the biggest thing holding you back… is the belief that you’re not enough?

In this deeply personal solo episode of Fraud to Fearless, Brooke opens up about a moment that almost didn’t make it to air, after recording, restarting, and even breaking down in tears because it didn’t feel “good enough.”Sound familiar?

This episode dives into the hidden pattern so many high performers struggle with: imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the constant feeling of falling behind in life. When your reality doesn’t match your expectations, it’s easy to spiral into self-doubt, comparison, and burnout.

But what if that voice in your head is wrong?

Brooke shares a simple but life-changing tool, her “Note to Self” practice, that helped her break out of one of her lowest moments and rebuild her sense of self-worth. This isn’t about toxic positivity or pretending everything is perfect. It’s about learning how to show up for yourself when you need it most.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why the feeling of “not enough” is actually a lie
• How perfectionism keeps you stuck and exhausted
• A powerful journaling exercise to shift your mindset
• How to stop comparing your timeline to everyone else’s
• What it really means to be enough, right now

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, behind, or like you’re failing… this episode is for you.

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If you’ve ever set a goal, felt motivated…and then somehow fell off track, this episode is for you.

In this episode of Fraud to Fearless, we break down the 10 hidden goal saboteurs that silently hold you back from success in work, life, and relationships. From self-doubt and perfectionism to avoidance and people-pleasing, these subconscious patterns could be the real reason you’re not reaching your full potential.

Backed by insights from neuroscience and performance psychology, we unpack how your brain may be working against you, and more importantly, how to take back control.

You’ll learn:

• What self-sabotage actually is (and why everyone experiences it)
• The 10 saboteurs that impact high performers, entrepreneurs, and leaders
• How your brain’s autopilot is influencing your decisions
• Simple, practical strategies to identify and overcome these patterns
• How to rewire your mindset for consistent success and growth

Whether you’re building a business, advancing your career, or working toward personal goals, this episode will help you break the cycle and start showing up at your highest level.

It’s not a discipline problem, it’s a mindset problem. And today, you’ll learn how to fix it.

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How do you turn a simple idea into a 6-figure business?

In this episode, we sit down with Lora Palmer, founder of Bonobo Baby, to explore how she built a fast-growing baby brand from scratch, starting with nothing but a simple parenting hack and a problem she experienced firsthand.

From her background in corporate work and as a vet tech, to becoming a full-time mom navigating postpartum challenges, Lora shares the real story behind launching Bonobo Baby and creating a product that parents love.

You’ll learn how she:

• Identified and validated a real customer problem
• Built her first product with zero upfront capital
• Grew to $100K+ in revenue using organic content
• Leveraged Instagram to build a loyal customer base
• Overcame imposter syndrome and self-doubt
• Balanced entrepreneurship while raising young kids

This episode is part of our Making of a Founder series—where we break down the real journeys behind building businesses from the ground up.

If you’re interested in:
startup strategy, ecommerce brands, mom entrepreneurs, product validation, content marketing, or building a business with no money—this episode is for you.

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How do successful people actually achieve their biggest goals? It’s not just motivation, it’s understanding the balance between short-term goals and long-term vision.

In this episode of Fraud to Fearless, Hayden Anderson and Brooke Talbot break down the real strategy behind effective goal setting, personal development, leadership growth, and building a life you’re proud of. Most people focus only on the next task, the next deadline, or the next 90 days. But high performers and successful leaders think differently. They connect daily execution to a long-term vision for their career, relationships, and purpose.

You’ll hear a real coaching exercise where Brooke helps Hayden clarify his long-term leadership vision and break it down into actionable steps. This conversation explores how to turn big dreams into real progress using a simple framework you can start today. If you want to improve your goal setting, productivity, leadership mindset, and long-term success strategy, this episode is for you.

✔ The difference between short-term goals and long-term goals
✔ Why most people struggle to define their long-term vision
✔ How successful leaders connect daily habits to big dreams
✔ A powerful goal-setting framework for personal and professional growth
✔ The three pillars of intentional living: self, relationships, and purpose
✔ How to pivot your goals when life changes
✔ Why short-term wins build confidence but long-term goals build identity

This episode will help you if you are:

• An entrepreneur building a business
• A professional looking to grow your career
• Someone struggling with goal setting or motivation
• A leader who wants to influence and develop others
• Someone who wants to live more intentionally

Fraud to Fearless is a podcast about overcoming imposter syndrome, building confidence, and becoming the person you’re capable of becoming. Hosted by Hayden Anderson and Brooke Talbot, the show features conversations about leadership, entrepreneurship, personal growth, mindset, and success. Our mission is simple: help people move from feeling like a fraud… to living fearlessly.

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