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Ever found yourself overestimating a challenge, only to realize it wasn't as daunting as you thought? Amy Woodall, host of the Conscious Habit podcast, shares a story about confronting her greatest fear, which turned out to be less terrifying than expected. 🎙️ Key Insights for Leaders: 💡 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘀 𝘃𝘀. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Our minds often amplify fears, blinding us to simpler solutions. 💡 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻-𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴: Leaders must distinguish between emotional reactions and logical reasoning. 💡 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗼𝗿: A lighthearted approach can diffuse tension and foster a positive environment. Amy’s anecdote is a powerful reminder for leaders to assess situations with clarity and encourage teams to do the same. This 6-minute episode isn’t just a mix of humor and real-life lessons—it's a tool for growth in both personal and professional spheres. 🎧 Check it out: https://lnkd.in/g4ZwS6tH And share with us below ⬇️ a time when you misjudged a situation and found a simple solution right before your eyes!

On this episode of Podcast Host Army we dive into startup leadership challenges and a show that Cassie Adkins runs to help future leaders become better versions of themselves. https://lnkd.in/emzYRpf4

"We're living in times of uncertainty" is certainly an understatement! For most of us, the last 4 years have been quite the roller coaster ride. We've all experienced unprecedented change, and it doesn't seem to be slowing down. This has created massive challenges for leaders, as it's hard enough to lead during normal times. Leading during uncertainty and massive change requires an entirely different set of skills to be effective as a leader. In this week’s episode of “The Business Coach Unplugged Podcast”, I’m going to explore the topic of leading in times of uncertainty. I’ll go through some key stats on the topic, and then I’ll give you my 10 key tips to help you be a better leader during a crisis. By the end of the podcast, you’ll have a better grasp on how to lead through uncertainty, along with some tips and tools that will help you elevate your leadership in times of turmoil.  The link to the episode is in the comments below. If you listen to the episode, I'd love to hear your feedback! Also, if you'd be so kind as to click subscribe and leave a quick review that would be fantastic! I appreciate it!

Do you Speak From Centre? 🎯 Conversations build our leadership and career journeys, but let’s face it: they won’t all be easy.  Some may be challenging. Some may be polarizing. Some may consist of clashing beliefs, ideas, and opinions. So, what can we do as leaders to effectively navigate polarizing conversations and produce productive, meaningful outcomes?  Speak From Centre.  For this week’s episode of the Your Brilliant Difference Podcast, I had the honour of interviewing Karen Jones, CEO of Scared Leadership Solutions and Vice President of Learning and Partner Solutions at NextUp. With 15+ years of working in leadership development and talent management, she specializes in creating emotionally safe discussion environments. She believes that polarizing conversations shouldn’t be shied away from, rather when approached effectively, organizations can sow benefits of growth, trust, and understanding.  Karen shares copious tips and insights in episode 165, but one of the key tactics she shared to help leaders handle difficult conversations, was Speak From Centre: “This technique of Speaking From Centre is to become genuinely inquisitive about the person. It's much easier said than done, but you can begin to ask open-ended questions like, ‘Can you please say more about that?’ ‘How did you form that opinion?’ ‘Can you direct me to where you got that from? What makes you think that, because I have a very different experience from that?’”  🎙️  Get more tips for navigating productive, polarizing conversations by tuning into my newest podcast episode: https://lnkd.in/gBRjehp2 What are your thoughts about Speaking From Centre? What tools have helped you navigate difficult conversations?  

🔥 Episode 9 of The Uncompromise Podcast is live! 🔥 This week, we welcome Shellye Archambeau—trailblazing CEO, tech leader, and author of Unapologetically Ambitious. Shellye dives into what it really takes to lead fearlessly, embrace risk, and bring diverse voices to the table. Her insights are bold, her stories are real, and her advice is actionable. 💡 Key Takeaways: 👉 Lead with Care and Courage: Shellye shows that leaders who build trust inspire teams to follow with confidence and energy. Genuine support drives collective success. 👉 Take Calculated Risks: Shellye’s journey includes bold decisions—from launching initiatives she knew little about to leaving IBM to become a CEO. Her story reveals the career-changing power of risk. 👉 Amplify Diversity in Action: Through impactful examples, Shellye shares how fostering inclusive environments brings out the best in every team member—a lesson every leader should hear. 👉 Build Leaders, Not Followers: The greatest legacy of a leader? Creating more leaders. Shellye’s strategies for empowering others resonate deeply with anyone aiming to make a lasting impact. If you’re looking to level up your career, lead with impact, or simply find inspiration, this episode is for you. Shellye delivers invaluable insights to help you lead, grow, and reach your goals—unapologetically. 🎧 Catch Episode 9 of The Uncompromise Podcast with Lisa Gardner and get ready to rethink what it means to lead with purpose! Link in the comments! #Leadership #CareerGrowth #TheUncompromisePodcast #ShellyeArchambeau #BoldLeadership #DiversityAndInclusion #RiskTaking #Empowerment #LinkedInCommunity #Podcast #LeadwithPurpose #TransformativeLeadership

The launch of my podcast, "Baseline & Boundaries: A Mindset Revolution," is right around the corner! 🎉 If you haven't already, now's the perfect time to listen to the trailer, subscribe, and join Edquity-Minded Consulting's growing community of leaders committed to unlocking their full potential. Now, here's why you should NOT tune in: 🤐 If you got it all together - B/C we will be elevating our thinking: We'll dive deep into topics like leadership, mindset transformation, and personal development, providing folks with actionable insights to take your game to the next level. 🙄 If you never experienced hardship - B/C we will address how to overcome challenges: Whether you're facing imposter syndrome, fear of failure, or negative self-talk, we've got you covered. This podcast is all about helping you break through self-sabotage and thrive in every aspect of your life. 😒 If you are always 100% motivated - B/C we're sharing real-life success stories: Get inspired by engaging leaders who have overcome obstacles and achieved incredible success. Their stories will motivate you to keep pushing forward, no matter what. Is Baseline & Boundaries for you? If so, what are you waiting for? Click on the link and let's embark on this transformative journey together. Together, we'll rewrite our narratives, breakthrough self-sabotage, and step into our greatness. https://lnkd.in/g4As4TZe #PodcastLaunch #MindsetRevolution #BaselineAndBoundaries

Is your organisation struggling to keep up with the constant barrage of change? Are you feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to lead your team through turbulent times? In this episode of Helping organisations thrive podcast, we take an in-depth look at the critical strategies for managing change effectively as a leader. Change is inevitable in any organisation, and how leaders respond to it can make or break their success. Joined by Emma J Chandler BSc/PgDip/CIPD, we discuss the key traits and characteristics that define successful leaders in times of change, such as being your true authentic self. Emma shares why leading in an authentic way is helpful during times of change, whilst offering tips on how to lead in such a way. We explore the steps that leaders should take to rally the upcoming change as well as covering how leaders can balance decisiveness whilst incorporating team input. Tune in to gain actionable insights and become a more effective, change-ready leader. Link to the full episode in the comments below.

Are you dealing with a transition in your organization or in your leadership? Or maybe it's in your family or other personal situations. I would be surprised in you said "Not me...nothing to see here! During my podcast walk on a gorgeous Friday, I again stumbled upon an older show from Jan 2024 on "The Andy Stanley Leadership Podcast" called "Leading Through Leadership Transitions with Gavin Adams". Anyone who has been at a startup knows transition and change can be regular occurrences so this podcast really felt like it was delivered to my ears! I had not heard of Gavin Adams prior but he wrote the book "Big Shoes to Fill: Stepping into a Leadership Role...Without Stepping in It". His story is fascinating and his lessons are so practical. I am reading his book now but in the podcast he explores 4 emotional states that as a leader we must acknowledge. Number 2 "Grief" really stuck with me: - When things change, people don’t resist the change itself, they resist the loss associated with the change As leaders we need to to ask "What do you feel like you are losing"? If you can name it, you can better manage through it. I found the episode very profound and not just from a leadership perspective but for someone who has been through a LOT of change. Maybe you also need to as yourself "What do I feel like I am losing as part of this change and transition?" I will add the show to this post 👇 but interested in your thoughts if you do listen. Enjoy your Saturday!

Leading Self is fueled by care for others not self. Ineffective leadership is fundamentally selfish, meaning when we are ineffective it is because we are making it about ourselves, not others. In this we can see that being “bad” feels good. That said, #leading ourselves well cannot be fueled by care for self only. It must be fueled by care for others. When care for others is the fuel for our #leadership, we will lead self through the most difficult areas of growth. One more time: When care for others is the fuel for our leadership, we will lead self through the most difficult areas of growth. #leadingpeoplefirst #leadingself #humanity #LeadingAdam ✅⬇️ Subscribe to the Leading Adam podcast on your favorite platforms using the link in the comments. ⬇️✅

Like most people, you’ve probably experienced the negative impact of one of the many dysfunctions that exist in organizations. In fact, you could be suffering from it right now because dysfunction is so commonplace. There are six key dysfunctions that Anne Dranitsaris and I see over and over again when working with leaders in businesses of all sizes and complexities. In today’s episode, we will bring three of these common dysfunctions to life by sharing real-life client stories – including the good, the bad, and the ugly. We focus on the pain points of each dysfunction and how we brought client organizations from dysfunction to high-functioning. If you want to know more about my & Heather Hilliard's work with dismantling dysfunctions at Caliber Leadership Systems, check out: Dranitsaris-Hilliard: https://lnkd.in/gfxVuWsG Caliber Leadership Systems: https://lnkd.in/gmMn7KBg Stop contributing to organizational dysfunction. Pick up your copy of So, You Think You Can Lead?: A Guide to Developing Your Leadership Authority and Potential - https://a.co/d/0qivklT Are you dealing with an organizational dysfunction you need help with? Or do you have a story you would like to share on our show? Contact us at [email protected]. To learn more, listen to our full episode of the podcast on our website or your favourite podcast platform. https://lnkd.in/gJVsHS3N