Authentic Living

Authentic You in the Workplace with Leadership Expert, Lisa Schmidt


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In this episode, Roxanne chats with Lisa Schmidt about authenticity struggles in corporate settings, the importance of servant leadership, and the role of self-awareness in leadership growth. They delve into the impact of COVID-19 on work culture, racial awareness in workplaces, and the need for authentic and vulnerable leadership.

On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we’re taking a close look at what it takes to be an authentic leader. I am happy to welcome my friend, colleague and Leadership Expert, Lisa Schmidt.

A seasoned coach, speaker and leadership development expert, Lisa helps executives and organizations gain clarity and act with courage in crafting compelling, powerful strategies, along with the necessary culture that allows people to make meaningful and powerful contributions through their work.

Authentic Touch Points:

Lisa’s journey to leadership development.2:00

Leading without theatrics.4:45
Don’t dismiss the personal connection.10:15
Tips to help leaders grow.16:00
Is it possible for leaders to be truly authentic?24:30
Having difficult conversations.27:45
Just start asking questions.32:00
Living in the current culture shift.38:30
Lisa is certified in the Strengths Deployment Inventory, Leadership Circle Profile, Lego Serious Play and The Leadership Styles and Climate. She works in both English and French, and has experience coaching and facilitating in international contexts through her role as a coach at the Kaplan Performance Academy, and with the Mastercard Foundation in Rwanda and Ghana.

With many of us working from home and spending most of our time with family, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions. You will also find more information about me and how I can help you at RoxanneDerhodge.com.

Thanks!

Roxanne

Links:

Lisa’s website: https://worksphere.ca/

Lisa’s email: [email protected]
Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/
Roxanne’s email: [email protected]
Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/
Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/

(0:00) Introduction and guest background: Lisa Schmidt
(5:14) Authenticity in the corporate environment: A struggle
(11:02) The importance of deep connection and servant leadership in today's world
(16:14) Leadership growth advice: Self-awareness and introspection
(22:20) Re-defining leadership and embracing authenticity
(25:15) Impact of COVID-19 on work dynamics and organizational values
(28:29) Understanding racial awareness and privilege in workplaces
(35:54) The need for leaders to lead post-COVID workplace culture
(41:33) Revisiting organizational values and aligning with company mission
(44:03) Transformation in leadership: Authenticity and vulnerability
(47:16) Final thoughts from Lisa Schmidt and Roxanne's closing remarks
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Authentic LivingBy Roxanne Derhodge

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