Summary:

Dr. Jim chats with Kelsey Arico, head of client experience and brand engagement at The Axela Group. They look into early career challenges, focusing on navigating leadership without authority and the power of self-advocacy. Discover how embracing assertiveness, honing critical questioning skills, and quieting self-doubt accelerates career growth. Ideal for anyone seeking to develop their leadership story, this engaging discussion explores effective strategies for influencing and executing meaningful projects, regardless of your role or title.

Chapters:

0:00

Navigating Leadership Without Authority and Learning From Mistakes

3:33

Navigating Leadership Without Authority and Building Credibility

10:44

Building Confidence Through Support and Confrontation

11:12

Collaborative Efforts in Large-Scale Initiatives

12:28

Claiming Leadership Without Authority in Career Development

16:22

Quieting Self-Talk and Embracing Personal Strengths

17:46

Navigating Career Growth Through Vulnerability and Strategic Questioning

23:53

Balancing Assertiveness and Leadership Without Aggression

26:57

Effective Communication and Accountability in Leadership Roles

29:32

The Importance of Asking Questions in Career Development

Host Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Guest Kelsey Arico: linkedin.com/in/kelsey-arico-775b772b

Executive Producer Jim Kanichirayil: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Music Credit: "Lost in Dreams" by Kulakovka