Communicate to Lead

Communicate to Lead

By Kele Belton

Ready to step into your full potential as a leader? Join communication expert and leadership coach Kele Belton for conversations that go beyond traditional leadership advice. Each week on Communica

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  1. Number 1: 5. Leadership is an Assignment, not a Position with Ayana Blount

    Send us Fan Mail With her thought-provoking statement, Ayana Blount sets the stage for her thought leadership. Ayana, also known as The Passion Strategist, believes that as a leader, there's something you are supposed to do, something you are supposed to give, and something you are supposed to leave behind. When you think of your leadership, what are you doing to transform the lives of those you're leading? Tune in to this week's episode to hear Ayana drop some truths, impart wisdom and inspire us to craft a legacy that's worth celebrating. Ayana is a coach, strategist, speaker, author, and innovator. She is known for her engaging speaking style, creative visualization, and strategic planning skills. Her passion for engaging, empowering, and encouraging innovators helps her clients transcend tough times and see their success. Recognized as a thought leader, community advocate, and transformational influencer, Ayana has been sought after by community-based and corporate leaders alike. She has successfully planned, hosted, and executed community resource fairs securing dozens of corporate partnerships. Ayana is the success coach who inspires entrepreneurs to see themselves as creatives. If you're still in doubt, listen in for Ayana's account of her leadership journey. Here's the episode at a glance:[3:24] Understanding what gives you joy in your business and the legacy you want to leave for your loved ones.[6:06] Why it's essential to seek out authenticity over applause and the fact that we all have a measure of creativity that lives inside of us. We get to decide if we live out that creativity as a leader.[7:02] Learn more about Ayana's three-pronged strategy that can help you live out your creativity as an entrepreneur and leader.[7:17] That success is not a cookie-cutter journey.[7:43] The one question that leaders should have posed to them, probably annually, to ensure they keep a finger on the pulse.[9:03] Leadership is about giving or setting the example and receiving and being led by others.[9:27] Why she disagrees with the belief that the leader's job is to encourage everyone else, but they don't need any encouragement.[10:35] How leaders can ask for what they need engagingly and interactively.[12:07] Why being intentional is essential in communicating your vision and getting your team to buy into it.[16:14] How you can break through constantly trying to prove yourself and instead focus on the impact you can make.[16:35] Why it's essential to embrace yourself fully, so you don't find yourself in competition with others.[19:47] How introverted leaders can arm themselves with universal questions to ensure they don't have to do all the talking and the meeting or networking event is an interactive and enjoyable experience for everyone. [24:25] Why leadership is an assignment and not a position.If you enjoyed the conversation with Ayana Blount today, subscribe to Communicate to Lead for more candid discussions with different leaders. You can also find the show notes at: https://thetailoredapproach.com/ctl-podcast-ep005/ Connect with Kele: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/ Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

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  2. Number 2: 4. When Layoffs Are Communicated Without Empathy Or Compassion - A Case Study

    Send us Fan Mail How would you rate your level of self-awareness? Do you know how you come across to your team, or do you assume to know what they think of your communication style? This last week or so, I’ve been intently following a story of what NOT to do when you need to lay off employees. At this point, it seems the CEO of Better.com agrees that he could have handled the entire situation much better. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, a week or so ago, the CEO of Better.com laid off 900 employees on a group Zoom call. You can check out one of the video clips on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dFpD_ryzNo Here’s the episode at a glance:Often we think we know how we come across, but we don’t because we don’t ask our team or audience for feedback.A big part of self-awareness is knowing the difference between intent versus impact. Your intent might be one thing, but what your audience hears is entirely different.In this episode, I discuss the case study of the CEO of Better.com, a direct mortgage lender, and how his message went wrong on a Zoom call. I use the communication pillars of messaging and presence to outline how the Zoom call unfolded.There are four questions you must ask yourself when preparing a message for your team if you want to be seen as a respected and influential leader:Who is your audience?What do they care about?How do they feel about you?What and how much do they know about your message? Will it be a complete surprise?Dive into the episode and get ready to learn how NOT to lay off your team members when you have to. If you enjoyed this episode, share the Communicate to Lead podcast with others who’ll find it helpful. You can also find the show notes at: https://thetailoredapproach.com/ctl-podcast/

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  3. Number 3: 3. Emotional Intelligence is Key to Great Leadership with Sheetal Sujan

    Send us Fan Mail Self-awareness Can Help You Be A Better Leader Have you ever thought about why some leaders make leadership seem effortless, and it’s not entirely clear why others have a tough time leading? In this episode, my guest, the amazing Sheetal Sujan, discusses why emotional intelligence is key to being a great leader and breaks down the five pillars of emotionally intelligent leaders. Sheetal has over 12 years of experience as a trainer and coach and is an MBTI Master Practitioner and an Emotional Intelligence Practitioner. In her programs, her goal is to positively motivate individuals to strengthen their true talents and skills, overcome their challenges, and get the most out of their personal and work life. As an entrepreneur, public speaker, transformational trainer & coach, digital course creator, wife, and mom of two, Sheetal knows how many balls leaders often have to juggle. She gets candid about how challenging leadership is and why taking care of yourself should be a priority. Sheetal is passionate about helping individuals and teams thrive in their personal and work relationships, steering individuals to understand the impact they have in their lives and the lives of others. So, if you’d like to know more about the impact of emotional intelligence on your leadership, you don’t want to miss this episode! Here’s what you can expect in the episode:[3:15] Why leadership is a demanding but rewarding job and how emotional intelligence plays a significant role in leadership.[7:00] Why you need to be the best listener in the room when you’re the leader, and it’s about more than using your ears. It’s also about using your eyes and understanding body language.[8:33] What you can do if you don’t want a bad experience to ruin the rest of your day. [14:34] How you can communicate your vision as a leader so others buy into it by using stories and storytelling.[19:07] Why you shouldn’t wait to be ready before moving into leadership or starting your own business.[25:00] One of the best tips to be more productive - Instead of wanting things to be 100%, focus on the change and progress you’re making, and that will motivate you to get things done.Dive into the episode and enjoy this wonderfully insightful conversation. If you found my conversation with Sheetal helpful, subscribe to Communicate to Lead, so you don’t miss any upcoming episodes and share them with anyone you think will benefit from the podcast. You can also find the show notes at: https://thetailoredapproach.com/ctl-podcast/

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  4. Number 4: 2. Communicate with Integrity and Model What You'd Like in Return with Tracy Smith

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to my conversation with Tracy Smith, founder of Kitchen Table CEOs. Tracy is a professional writer and brand strategist who works with women entrepreneurs to tell their brand story in a way that attracts their ideal client and create content that elevates their business to new levels. Her work has graced pages of more than 50 publications, been read by millions worldwide, and, most importantly, helped a lot of women “CEOs” achieve their goals and follow their dreams to build a business of their own! Tracy shared her thoughts on the biggest challenge that leaders face today and a commonly held belief about leaders that she passionately disagrees with. We dove into the name “Communicate to Lead” and what that means to her as well as talked about how she’s used her communication strengths to lead her clients and even her family. Here’s what you can expect in the episode: [4:00] If you want to be a really great leader who’s impactful, you must be able to pivot when things aren’t working anymore.[11:05] Why it’s important to go for 85% instead of striving for perfection.[15:01] Tracy shares why she passionately disagrees with the commonly held belief that leaders have to work 24/7 to be successful.[18:24] How to use voicemail more efficiently to cross calls off your to-do list.[21:34] Add these 3 podcasts to your listening lineup as we head into the holidays - Smartless with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett, The Daily by the New York Times, and The Gold Digger Podcast with Jenna Kutcher. If you enjoyed the conversation with Tracy Smith today, subscribe to Communicate to Lead, for more candid conversations with other leaders. Podcast website: https://thetailoredapproach.com/ctl-podcast/ Connect with Kele: Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/

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  5. Number 5: 1. Communicate tirelessly and listen more deeply: How to stay connected with your remote team

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the very first episode of Communicate to Lead. I bet you know a few leaders who inspire you and who you look to for leadership guidance. I definitely do! When the pandemic hit us last year, there were some great examples of great leaders and those who weren’t ready to lead. I’ve always been passionate about leadership and what makes a truly great leader. I’m talking about those leaders who know when to listen and when to speak, who know their strengths and weaknesses, and never hesitate to communicate that to the people they’re leading. I’ve also been inspired by leaders who don’t necessarily have the title, but they’re still leading. Their communication is clear, concise, and compelling enough to inspire others to take action. Great leaders possess a clear vision and focus. And they know how to communicate that vision, so others buy into it. When you communicate clearly and effectively, your team knows what to expect of you and what they need to do. Two aspects are important when communicating with your team, and it’s even more important when your team is working remotely: Communicate tirelessly and listen deeply Communicating tirelessly means not waiting for big moments or big news before you communicate with your team.Communicate often and quickly, even if it simply means reaching out to your people and finding out how you can best support them.Keep your message specific and brief by speaking in headlines and sharing ONE big idea with your audience.Choose various communication channels that will work for you and your team. Listen deeply to what your team shares with you.Effective communication is a two-way street. Part of communicating tirelessly also means listening to what your team has to say. Invite your team to speak, but don’t force or make anyone feel obligated to share their thoughts or opinions.Ask questions to engage your audience in a conversation.Create a safe environment for people to share their thoughts or concerns without being judged or criticized. Whether you choose to communicate more often or listen more deeply (or perhaps you decide to do both!) I hope you found the tips in today’s episode helpful. If you liked what you heard today, subscribe to Communicate to Lead, so you don’t miss any upcoming episodes. Website - https://thetailoredapproach.com/ctl-podcast/

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