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In this episode of Aspire for More with Erin, we dive deep into one of the most urgent challenges facing the senior living industry: the retention crisis among Executive Directors and administrators. Erin is joined by Blair Quasnitschka, a seasoned senior living leader and board member of the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA), for a real and refreshing conversation about how we can stop burning out our brightest leaders before they have a chance to shine.

Together, they unpack:

✅ Why “sink or swim” doesn’t work in today’s complex leadership roles
✅ What mentorship actually looks like when done right
✅ How to create growth environments with grace for new leaders
✅ The power of emotional intelligence in retaining talent
✅ How operators and companies can rethink onboarding, support, and development

If you’ve ever asked:
🔹 “Why do we keep losing great leaders?”
🔹 “How do I support a struggling ED without taking over?”
🔹 “Where do mentorship and margin intersect?”

Then this episode is for you.

Whether you’re a senior living operator, mentor, aspiring leader, or passionate advocate for this field — this conversation will challenge your assumptions and inspire change.

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In this solo episode, Erin breaks down the real reason most senior living leaders quit too soon, and how to tell if you’re facing a Dip, a Cliff, or a Cul-de-Sac (inspired by Seth Godin’s The Dip).

She shares the 4 Emotional Phases every Executive Director goes through, the mindset traps that keep you stuck, and 3 powerful questions to ask before you hand in your resignation.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, underappreciated, or ready to run, this conversation will help you decide when to stay, when to grow, and when to walk away wisely.

Key Takeaways:

• The 4 Emotional Phases of senior living leadership (and where you are now)
• How the messy middle can make or break your career
• The difference between quitting for relief and quitting for strategy
• 3 clarity questions to ask before you quit
• Why finishing is rarer, and more rewarding, than starting

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Ready to get the support you need to grow through the dip? Connect with Erin at Aspire For More with Erin or visit The Mentoring Company.

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R.I.S.E. a Framework for Leadership in the Modern Era

In this podcast episode designed for leaders seeking mentoring and motivation, the focus is on transitioning from control-based leadership to influence-based leadership.

Erin introduces the RISE framework, which stands for Relationships, Inspiration, Strategy, and Empowerment. The episode covers how control-based leadership, which relies on authority and fear, fails in modern environments. It discusses management-based leadership as an intermediary step, but emphasizes that influence-based leadership is the most effective way to empower teams and create a growth environment.

Key concepts include the emotional bank account, the power of encouragement, and the importance of self-investment.

The final part of the episode outlines the RISE framework in detail, providing practical strategies for leaders to build strong relationships, inspire their teams, implement strategic thinking, and empower others to take ownership.

The episode concludes with a call to action for leaders to evaluate which pillar of the RISE framework they need to focus on to improve their leadership impact.

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast
00:34 From Control-Based to Influence-Based Leadership
03:37 The Emotional Bank Account Concept
10:24 The RISE Framework: An Overview
11:02 Building Relationships: The First Pillar
19:59 Inspiration: The Second Pillar
25:53 Strategy: The Third Pillar
28:57 Empowerment: The Fourth Pillar
35:35 Conclusion and Call to Action

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