A coaching mindset allows leaders to shift from giving directives to empowering their team members to take ownership and grow.
Leadership Development
If not you, then who? Building influence in your workplace
“The word influence originates from the Latin word influere, meaning ‘to flow or stream.’* Influence is understood to be how we “… sway a person, action, opinion, or course. Having influence means driving — directly or indirectly — the way something plays out.” In other words, influence guides and drives the way something happens. We […]
The Transparency Dilemma: Staying authentic while keeping some things private
I shared my POV on transparency and authenticity in a video, which sparked a lot of great conversation. Many of you chimed in with your thoughts, so I wanted to take this opportunity to dive a bit deeper into the topic of honesty, transparency, authenticity, and realness. If you missed that post, you can check […]
How You Receive Compliments Impacts Your Leadership Presence: Do’s and don’ts to consider
Many of us struggle with this: Someone pays us a compliment and we deflect or minimize the kind words, as if doing so will make us seem humble or at least not look arrogant. We receive compliments in our personal lives, from family, friends and other loved ones, but the professional compliments are ones we […]
Magnetic influence: Charisma the secret ingredient!
Today, charisma and executive presence look very different. Someone with passion, authenticity, approachability, and credibility is said to have charisma, regardless of race, gender, job title, or brand of business suit.
Leaving a meaningful legacy, and lasting impact as a leader
Do you believe that you need to be authentic to manage your reputation and design your legacy? I see authenticity as that which is real and true to who you are. When you act consistent with your values, you build integrity, reflecting your authenticity. Check out What Does It Mean To Be Authentic? Strong personal brands have […]
