The Seen Trying Podcast with Nina Blackshear
The Seen Trying Podcast with Nina Blackshear
Leadership doesn’t always come with a blueprint — and growth rarely looks glamorous in real time. On Seen Trying, executive coach and speaker Nina Blackshear creates space for honest conversations with leaders, creatives, and change-makers about the journey behind their success.
Each episode pulls back the curtain on the mindset shifts, missteps, pivots, and progress that often go unseen — but shape who we become. Whether you’re leading a team, building a dream, or simply figuring it out as you go, this show reminds you that the process is just as powerful as the outcome.
Because being seen trying is more than enough.
Connect with Nina at ninablackshear.com and follow along on LinkedIn.
Episodes
Dec 16, 2025
Dec 16, 2025
10 min
In this trailer episode of Seen Trying, executive coach and speaker Nina Blackshear welcomes listeners into a powerful new space—one designed for leaders, creatives, and high achievers who are brave enough to grow in public. Nina introduces the heart behind the podcast: a compassionate, honest, and inspiring community where the messy middle of growth isn’t hidden—it’s honored.
Nina shares why she created Seen Trying: to support perfectionists, overachievers, emerging leaders, and anyone who has ever felt like an imposter while working toward their goals. This podcast isn’t about highlight reels or overnight success. It’s about the steep climbs, the detours, the self-doubt, and the lessons learned along the way.
Listeners will get a glimpse of what to expect each season, including candid conversations with diverse leaders, Nina’s own reflections, and actionable takeaways to help you navigate personal and professional growth with intention. If you’ve ever needed a reminder that being “in progress” is something to be proud of, you’ve found your new community.
Subscribe and join Nina as she explores what it truly means to rise, evolve, lead—and be seen trying.
Timestamps
00:00 — Welcome to Seen Trying and the mission behind the podcast00:38 — Nina’s background as an executive coach and leader01:05 — The inspiration behind creating a safe space for imperfect journeys01:55 — Why the “messy middle” matters more than the mountaintop02:46 — The two reasons it’s powerful to be seen trying03:35 — How visibility inspires and leads others04:10 — Who the podcast is for: leaders, creatives, entrepreneurs, and more05:03 — Rejecting highlight-reel culture and embracing the full journey05:52 — What listeners can expect: authentic stories, insights, and takeaways06:41 — Themes explored this season: self-doubt, resilience, identity, legacy07:28 — Learning openly and evolving without apology08:18 — When new episodes drop and how to suggest future guests08:42 — Redefining success through grit, grace, and growth09:02 — Building a community that celebrates effort and authenticity09:28 — Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support the show10:07 — Connect with Nina on social and access the free leadership resource10:40 — Final encouragement: keep showing up and be seen trying
Key Quotes
“Being brave enough to be seen trying is the secret ingredient to becoming who you’re meant to be.”
“It’s the messy middle that makes any success more worthwhile.”
“You only need to be six inches in front of someone to lead them.”
“True success isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about the courage to keep searching.”
“We’re here to celebrate the entire process, not just the applause at the end.”
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