How do you confidently speak up and show executive presence—especially when the pressure is on at year-end? In this episode, I break down one of the most powerful yet misunderstood leadership skills: managing up. You’ll learn why your ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders can make or break your influence and how silence can […]
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When you think about executive presence, do you picture someone filling the room with a booming voice, endless words, and commanding energy? Many assume that credibility comes from saying more but in reality, the opposite can have far greater impact. Executive presence isn’t about being bigger, louder, or longer. It’s about being clear, composed, and intentional.
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Are you unknowingly sabotaging your leadership by staying too busy? Senior executives often fall into the trap of emotional buffering, keeping themselves occupied with tasks and meetings to avoid discomfort, tough conversations, or strategic thinking. While it feels productive in the moment, this sneaky habit can erode influence, limit results, and quietly weaken leadership presence.
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Feeling like something needs to shift, but not sure what? This episode is your invitation to hit pause and consider a summer reset. Whether you’re feeling overextended or uninspired, we explore how this season can help you reflect and realign with what matters most. You’ll learn about the two reset pathways leaders are leaning into
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Are you holding yourself back from stepping fully into your leadership potential? Recently, I had the opportunity to speak at DisruptHR Tampa, where I joined other senior leaders in a high-energy event that pushed us out of our comfort zones. Witnessing how others pushed past their nerves to “play big” was a powerful reminder of
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How do you feel about doing a mid-year reset? We’re officially halfway through the year, making it the perfect time to reset and refocus on your goals. It’s easy to start the year with drive and ambition, only to lose momentum as the months go by. But remember, January doesn’t have a monopoly on fresh
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In this episode, I’ll be answering common questions I receive from senior leaders. We start by tackling career changes, exploring strategies for those considering transitions, and the importance of leveraging networks and executive recruiters for guidance. Next we will be exploring questions about board roles, offering advice on navigating responsibilities, and asking the right questions
Ep 36: FAQs – Career Changes, Cleaning Out Your Thoughts and Team Management Read More »
Strategic thinking is a concept that often arises in executive-level conversations, with many emphasizing its importance in leadership roles. However, the term can sometimes seem elusive and intimidating, leading some to question their own capabilities in this area. In this episode, I aim to demystify the concept of strategic thinking and shed light on its
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When you’re in a position of power, such as a leadership role, it is completely normal to have feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, or a lack of confidence in your abilities. It is essential to recognize and acknowledge that these feelings are common among successful people, and it does not mean that something is wrong with
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Celebrating small wins in your career and your personal life can be motivating and inspiring. We often focus on the biggest milestones that we hit, but the many small steps that we take along the way get forgotten about. If we don’t acknowledge our small achievements, we could negatively impact our attitude toward work, which
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