Episode 158: Who Are You Surrounded By with Tabitha Sarris
Have you ever asked the question, “What makes a true leader different than everyone else?” You have followed along as our CEO, Lisa Nichols, has...
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Morgan Cochran Updated on February 19, 2026

If you are taking initiative to listen to this podcast, you are already a leader in one capacity or another. The question is: How do you grow? Andrea Butcher, CEO of HRD, a Leadership Development Company, shares four things on which she will not compromise as she coaches teams and leaders. With 20+ years of experience, she has identified struggles good employees must overcome to be a good manager. As you listen, recognize characteristics essential not only for leadership success, but also for any season of growth in your own life.
Bio: Andrea is a visionary—she knows how to lead organizations from big picture to execution. She is a dynamic speaker, executive coach, and facilitator. As the CEO and co-owner of HRD - A Leadership Development Company, she leads a national team of expert facilitators and coaches and drives the organization’s growth strategy. She also hosts a daily and weekly leadership podcast, Being [at Work] and was recently recognized by the Indianapolis Women’s Journal as a Woman of Influence.
Andrea’s work spans organizations of all sizes and industries all over the world; she has experience in global HR positions, consulting, operations, and executive roles for private and public organizations.
Andrea is also the co-founder and President of Next Gen Talent, a program specifically designed to equip emerging HR leaders for success.
Andrea's Something Extra: Taking care of yourself so you can take care of others.
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Credits:
- Lisa Nichols, Host
- Scott Crosby, Executive Producer
- Daniel Williams, Recording Engineer
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