Laura D.

📢 Exciting News! 🎉 My upcoming book, The Missing Key: Trauma-Informed Leadership: Unlock Potential & Build Resilient Teams Using Trauma-Informed Principles for Growth, Success, & Lasting Impact, is now available for pre-order! 🚀 In this book, I share my revolutionary approach to leadership, developed through empirical research and my experiences as a combat veteran and trauma-informed expert. Learn how to foster resilience, empower your teams, and create a lasting impact in any organization. 🌱 📖 Pre-order your copy today and be among the first to unlock the potential of trauma-informed leadership! 🔗 https://amzn.to/3ZbwfS8 #TraumaInformedLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #Resilience #TheTraumaInformedLeader #PreOrderNow

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🌟 UPDATE 🌟: Response has been amazing! If you're still interested, but haven't grabbed a spot on my calendar yet, fill out the form and I'll follow-up with an email. Deadline to apply is this Friday. Would love more folks from the APAC region! LOOKING FOR SPEAKERS/FACILITATORS: You may have seen the announcement for the Future of Strengths Virtual Forum on Sept 13 & 14. We are launching this hopefully annual (or bi-annual event) as part of the Practical Strengths Community this fall. If you are involved in - or have an interest in - any of the following areas listed in the photo below, please take a moment to fill out this form: https://lnkd.in/eTKkteFA This link can also be used to just express general interest in the forum so we can keep you up to date on details as they develop. If you prefer, please feel free to DM me or set up a time to chat here: https://lnkd.in/e_W9M_sw We are looking for speakers/facilitators as well as panel and roundtable leaders as well. General idea applications are due by June 15th.

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I just did a presentation comparing the two frameworks for psychological safety that I use most frequently in my work, so I thought I would turn it into a blog as well. If you're wanting to do some culture work and you aren't sure where to start, here are a couple of different ways of approaching it. #psychologicalsafety #workplace culture https://lnkd.in/efGYXVGk

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Join us in conversation with four ICF coaches as they share their experiences in creating inclusivity in their coaching engagements. They will share the role that cultural self-awareness, curiosity, and humility play in helping us recognize, appreciate, and support clients just as they are rather than by who we assume they are or how they should be. Learning objectives: Attendees will gain insights into how coaches can enhance their cultural self-awareness to improve their coaching effectiveness. They will explore strategies to recognize their own cultural biases and assumptions and understand their impact on coaching relationships. Attendees will learn about the significance of maintaining curiosity and humility in coaching engagements. They will discover techniques to approach coaching conversations with an open mind, valuing each client’s unique cultural context without preconceived notions. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect on real-life examples and case studies shared by panelists, including challenges and successes in coaching across cultural differences. They will consider how these experiences can inform and improve their own coaching practices.  Kai Stowers, MA, PCC Nancy Tylim, Psy.D., MCC Danielle Marshall, CDP, ACC (She/Her) Wendy Moomaw, MBA, MS, PCC https://lnkd.in/gr9Pnwaj #ICFLA #DEI #Coaching DEI

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I'm offering 5 pro bono hours of #executivecoaching in support of the ICF #internationalcoachingweek Coast to Coast challenge May 13 - May 19, 2024. How it works: 1. Grab a time below or DM me if you're interested 2. Bring a topic/problem/challenge/aspiration that's taking up headspace, and we'll dig in for an hour 3. Leave feeling inspired and motivated, ready to take on what's next https://lnkd.in/gZRn_zuD

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Using drama and client specific scenarios really shines a light on the issues you want to focus on.

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Implicit incentives (behavioural norms, culture, how things are done around here, fear vs. safety, competing vs. collaborating, dictating vs empowering, Westrum cultural typology) influence explicit incentives (strategic choices, approach, outcomes, objectives) both of which inform how people organise (role based fiefdoms, multidisciplinary teams, single bottleneck leader, competing business unit fiefdoms, knowledge hoarding, knowledge sharing). Antipattern: changing team or team of team structure, without changing the implicit and explicit incentives. Incentives (explicit and implicit) drive behaviour. Multidisciplinary teams tend to unravel if there are competing and different incentives and goals still coming down the functional reporting lines. Pattern: shared goals and incentives (explicit and implicit) for multidisciplinary teams. #BVSSH

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🆓 Exciting Coaching Opportunity for Those in Need Transformational coaching is a powerful process that helps individuals unlock their potential, gain clarity, and achieve their goals by addressing the whole person at 360° (physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually). ⚛ It's a quantum leap beyond traditional coaching methods, focusing on deep, lasting change that enhances every aspect of a person's life and has positive ripple effects on the lives we touch. This includes managing ongoing disputes, resolving conflicts, navigating relational dynamics in mediation, and helping leaders, founders, and professionals improve their effectiveness and leadership skills. 🔊 I am thrilled to announce that I am nearing the completion of a transformative nine-month course in Coaching for Transformation through Leadership that Works India earning me the designation of a certified transformational coach. This incredible program has not only changed my life but is also leading me to International Coaching Federation (ICF) accreditation as a Professional Certified Coach (PCC). ☑ To finalize my certification, I need to conduct 32 hours of coaching sessions with individuals. Four of these 30-minute sessions need to be recorded and reviewed by my highly experienced, world-renowned mentor, who has already been assigned to me. 🔐 While I have paying clients and colleagues with whom I could fulfill this requirement, I am passionate about extending this opportunity to individuals who would not typically have access to coaching services. This includes those who may not afford the usual hourly rates or lack immediate contact with coaches. 📍 Here’s how you can help: 🤔 If you know someone who could benefit from coaching - whether to manage or resolve personal or work-related conflicts, improve their life quality, or gain clarity on their goals - please share this opportunity with them. 🆓 I am offering free introductory Zoom sessions to explore together whether we are a good coaching match. Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. 🗓 Here is the Calendly link to sign up: https://lnkd.in/gGvkb-Zb 📍 How to Participate: 👉 Share this post with your network. 👉 Encourage potential participants to sign up for an introductory session (https://lnkd.in/gGvkb-Zb) 👉 Reach out to me directly if you or someone you know is interested and there may be special considerations. 🙏 Thank you for helping me make coaching accessible to those who need it most. Let’s work together to bring transformative coaching to those who might never have had this opportunity before. ☎ 📧 Feel free to be in contact with me about any of this by email at [email protected] or by cell at 617.333.8351. 📌 For more insights on our interdisciplinary Two-Coach approach to CoMediating internal and external disputes at home and work, please follow us on Instagram at Quantum.ADR.

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I am excited to repost my offer on LinkedIn of complementary transformational professional coaching services for those in need and unable to afford private coaching. If you or someone you know could benefit from support in improving their situation and navigating life’s challenges, please reach out. This is an opportunity to make a positive change, and I am here to help. #TransformationalCoaching #SupportAndGrowth

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Following with great interest and hope to be there! In all the HE institutions I've worked with or been connected to, "strategy" has always foundered on implementation because of misaligned faculty and staff experience (misaligned with the strategic asks, that is). These days, in other contexts, there is more talk about #emotionalcompensation as a way to accurately assess and remedy workplace experience(s). Not surprisingly to me, the building blocks of emotional compensation are the same as the building blocks for cohesive teams (teams that can figure out how to implement in spite of adversity). Looking forward to hearing many perspectives at this webinar. Who can join me?

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**Beware The Shoulds and Other Coaching Red Flags** As the coaching industry grows, so do the number of red flags you need to watch out for. In the latest episode of The Spitfire Podcast, I unpack how to spot manipulative or unsafe coaching practices and why it’s critical to prioritize ethics and credentials when choosing a coach. Here’s what we cover: ✅ What to look for in a coach ✅ How to avoid coaches who rely on judgmental “should” statements ✅ Why ethical coaching is about empowering—not controlling—you ✅ My personal experiences navigating unsafe practices in the industry Whether you’re a coach committed to ethical standards or a client seeking guidance, this episode offers powerful insights to help you make smarter decisions. 🎧 Tune in now and get the tools to protect yourself and elevate the industry: https://lnkd.in/gMdZ-9m7 #LeadershipDevelopment #CoachingEthics #RedFlags #PersonalGrowth #Empowerment #coaching #ICF

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“Good facilitation acts as a force multiplier for leadership effectiveness because it drives better teamwork and quicker results. ‘Leaders with facilitation skills are better at influencing, settling disputes, and keeping groups cohesive and productive.’” #facilitation #leadershipeffectiveness #leadershiplessons #influence #communicationskillls #leadershiptraits #leadership #csuite #managers #employeeengagement #companyculture #aspireleadwell

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What's in your leadership Library? Not your kindle or your nook or on your podcast line up. What printed books are in your possession that help you with leadership? Tomorrow I start leading an annual LeaderShip Cohort for terrific ongoing client partner Oregon Resource Association. In fact, this is the 5th annual Cohort ~ and here are 6 observational thoughts. 1. When you focus on the people in the room, not those who aren't, everyone has a better experience. The size of audience has little to do with possible action and impact. Those present at the present 🎁 and deserve full focus. 2. Experimenting with format variables is highly likely and helpful - i.e. number of sessions, format, length, space. We started with 3 sessions, then 3 again, then 4, then 6 - and this year it's 5. Partially to celebrate the 5th year of the series. The registered students will tell you what's working vocally and behaviorally. 3. Be willing to add a group and perhaps a 2nd session. We added a 2nd cohort group [max 30 per group] the very first year due to enthusiastic response! Same day, 2 different times, everybody in. That may have also boosted further registration. 4. Have a focused area of growth and be sure to build sessions ecosystemically. A theme is another way of stating this: what's the purpose of the gathering for growth? Having a theme jump starts the connection within the group, since the purpose is aligned from the start. Ours is LeaderShip, and this year I've chosen 5 books to utilize for the 5 classes. 5. Enjoy the organic nature of adjustment as you progress. In every class there are revelations! Respond to those and use them to enhance the future classes. Reference them so that people know they're being heard and their contribution is fuel for the group. If you teach online and in person series, what lessons and observations have you found lightbulby? Please share them below. Stoked for the new series (with some returnees) to begin tomorrow! And there's still time to register if you wish to join us - the link is in the comments below. Connection & LeaderShip. Industry agnostic, fun, interactive, online, good humans. Huge thanks to ORA's Training Coordinator, pro Kimberly Mintrone 🙏🏼 #connection #leadership #professionaldevelopment

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The latest ICF/HCI research reveals a powerful trend: organizations that invest in coaching leaders are seeing a surge in leadership development and employee engagement. 📈 This isn't just about giving feedback, it's about unlocking potential and fostering high-performing teams. What do you want for your leadership team? Connect with a proven, certified coach to help elevate your team, your business, and your results! Book your FREE Discovery Call to learn more today using this link: https://lnkd.in/gD6pdmNR

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Imagine a world where every leader has facilitation skills. They can catalyze groups, get things done with others, and create stronger connections. Facilitation skills are the force multiplier for leader effectiveness. Kat Koppett and I are thrilled to launch our book, The Facilitation Advantage, today! This book puts the essential ingredients for transforming not-so-great interactions into productive, engaging, and inclusive ones in your hands. It's your how-to guide for facilitating any interaction at any time or place, either virtually or in person. #facilitationskills, #leadershipskills #executivepresence #facilitate

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Are you a coach? Are you pursuing an ICF credential? (ACC or PCC) 🌟 Be sure to find the right Mentor Coach by asking these 4 questions! Don't just get your hours in -- get your money's worth and come out prepared! 🤓 (Pssst...If you'd like to work with me, I have groups starting NEXT WEEK and in August! Just comment or DM for deets. 👍 ) And even if I'm not your vibe, your jam, or your flavor -- these questions will help you find the Mentor who is! 🎉 ❓ What makes you successful as a coach? ❓ What makes you successful as a mentor coach? ❓ What's your success rate? ❓ What makes a successful student in your program? Read the full article (and my answers to those questions!) at https://buff.ly/4bfz4V0 💜 . . . #coacheducation #coachtraining #mentorcoaching #ICF #ICFcredential #ICFCoach #newcoach #professionalcoach #certifiedcoach #coachingcredential #coachsusana #wordswisdomwellness #notbadnotcrazynotalone #traumainformed #traumainformedcoach #traumainformedcoaching #leadershipcoach #mentorcoach #coachmentor

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Are you a coach? Are you pursuing an ICF credential? (ACC or PCC) 🌟 Be sure to find the right Mentor Coach by asking these 4 questions! Don't just get your hours in -- get your money's worth and come out prepared! 🤓 (Pssst...If you'd like to work with me, I have a group starting NEXT MONTH! Just comment or DM for deets. 👍 ) And even if I'm not your vibe, your jam, or your flavor -- these questions will help you find the Mentor who is! 🎉 Read article at https://buff.ly/4bfz4V0 Want to work with me? Comment or DM! 💜 . . . #coacheducation #coachtraining #mentorcoaching #ICF #ICFcredential #ICFCoach #newcoach #professionalcoach #certifiedcoach #coachingcredential #coachsusana #wordswisdomwellness #notbadnotcrazynotalone #traumainformed #traumainformedcoach #traumainformedcoaching #leadershipcoach #mentorcoach #coachmentor

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Acceptable Tolerance How precise do we actually need to be? https://wix.to/Bkll5Dg #leadership #executiveleadership #executivecoaching #coaching #leadershipdevelopment #perfection

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