Welcome to The Modern Manager, where we explore the leadership principles and practices you need to succeed in today’s diverse, dynamic, and global workforce. I’m Joe Kwon, The Connection Counselor.

In this episode, we tackle a common challenge: How do you raise your profile at work—especially if self-promotion feels uncomfortable or you’re waiting for your manager to notice you? Drawing from my own experience, I share a simple yet powerful strategy that anyone can use to stand out and get recognized… and it only takes about 60 seconds.

Using the example of a typical company town hall, I’ll show you how asking the right question—at the right moment—can boost your visibility, grow your network, and build your executive presence. I break down the approach into four easy steps that anyone can master, with a real-world example about building trust across cultures.

If you’re ready to stop fading into the background and start showing up as the leader you’re meant to be, this episode is for you.

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