In this episode of Winning Through Culture, Tim Flanagan speaks with Steve Cuss—author of Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs and founder of Capable Life—about how leaders can recognize, name, and address anxiety in themselves and their organizations.

Steve explains the difference between stress and anxiety, introduces the concept of reactivity as a contagious form of anxiety, and shares practical steps leaders can take to diffuse it. Drawing from his experiences as a trauma and hospice chaplain, pastor, and leadership coach, Steve highlights the importance of self-awareness, faith, and creating cultures where people feel safe to be fully themselves.

Key Topics:

• How reactivity shows up in leaders and spreads within organizations

• Practical strategies for noticing, naming, and diffusing anxiety

• The role of faith and self-compassion in leadership well-being

• Why emotionally healthy teams grow faster and sustain long-term impact

• How leaders can create cultures where everyone is cared for, not just managed

Steve’s message is clear: leadership growth begins with learning to manage your own anxiety, and in doing so, you open the door to healthier organizations and deeper human connection.

About Steve Cuss
Steve Cuss is the author of Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs and founder of Capable Life, an online community that equips leaders to lower anxiety, relieve pressure, and be more present. With over 25 years in pastoral leadership, Steve has served diverse organizations—from hospitals to Fortune 500 companies—and is known for his practical, compassionate approach to leadership development.

Related Content: Behind the Mic: Leadership Lessons and Life with Tim Flanagan | Integrating Faith in the Workplace with David Wachter

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