In this insightful episode of the Building Doors Podcast, host Lauren Karan is joined by Martin G. Moore, the former CEO of CS Energy, who transformed the company from struggling under massive debt to achieving a staggering compound annual growth rate of 125%.  Marty’s journey is a testament to the power of effective leadership, strategic communication, and the delicate balance between empathy and accountability. During their conversation, Marty dives deep into the complexities of leadership, especially the challenges faced when transitioning from a peer to a leadership role in team environments.  He stresses the need to rebuild relationships and set clear expectations to ensure fairness in the workplace.  Marty also tackles the sensitive issue of managing mental health in the workplace, offering a personalised approach that balances compassion with performance management. Marty’s practical advice, drawn from his personal experiences, provides invaluable guidance for leaders at all levels.  From avoiding assumptions about employees' needs to fostering a culture of direct communication and trust, this episode is packed with actionable insights that can help you build a resilient and high-performing team. In this episode, we explore: Transitioning through Leadership Levels: Marty’s strategies for moving from peer to supervisor and resetting relationships.Setting Clear Expectations: The role of clear communication in creating a standard of expectation in teams. Integrating Performance and Mental Health: Marty’s approach to merging performance management with mental health support.Building Trust: How to establish credibility by resetting relationships and setting boundaries across all levels. Practical Leadership Advice: Real-world strategies for overcoming the most common leadership challenges across all levels. Marty Moore’s insights into leadership transitions and mental health management provide a roadmap for building stronger, more resilient teams.  Tune in to this episode of the Building Doors Podcast to learn how you can implement these strategies to navigate complexity in your role and build a culture of success.  Connect with Marty Moore: LinkedIn: Martin G. MooreWebsite: No Bullsh!t LeadershipAbout your host: Lauren Karan, Director, and Founder of Karan & Co. With over a decade of experience as a recruiter and development coach, Lauren Karan founded Karan & Co in 2022, shifting focus to retention through career coaching and development. Inspired by her philosophy that “If opportunity doesn’t knock, you have to build a door,” she created the Building Doors podcast to help others unlock their potential. Help someone else Build Doors in their career. 💕 Subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts 🙏 Subscribe and leave a 5-star rating on Spotify Get more help to Build Doors in your own life: 🎬 Follow us on LinkedIn 📝 Building Doors newsletter: Subscribe Want to support the show? Hit ‘Follow’.Leave a 5-star rating.Share this episode with a friend to help the podcast reach more people.Thank you for your support! It truly means a lot. 💕 Time to stop waiting and start building… 👋 To say hello, provide feedback, or express interest in a guest appearance on The Building Doors Podcast, get in touch with us at [email protected].