Stop Saying “I’ll Try”: The Hidden Leadership Habit That Kills Trust

28/10/2025 9 min
Stop Saying “I’ll Try”: The Hidden Leadership Habit That Kills Trust

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Episode Synopsis

How many times have you said, “I’ll try”? In this fiery episode of Lead With Swagger, Jennifer Sukalo, leadership expert and author of Lead with Swagger, unpacks why those two little words are kryptonite for trust, accountability, and leadership credibility.Through real-life stories and straight talk, Jennifer calls out the hidden cost of half-commitments and the way “I’ll try” quietly chips away at your reliability — and your team’s faith in you. You’ll learn how to replace hesitation with clarity, uncertainty with confidence, and polite excuses with powerful, intentional choices.Jennifer challenges leaders to make one simple shift: either commit fully or say no — because real leadership isn’t about pleasing everyone, it’s about showing up with integrity and consistency.This episode will leave you reflecting on your own language, your promises, and how much swagger you bring to your word.Ready to level up your leadership game?Connect with Jennifer and explore Lead With Swagger programs at www.leadwithswagger.com

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