Impact Makers

On today's episode, we're diving deep into a topic that's dear to my heart - networking. After losing a job I held for nearly a decade, I had to start from scratch and it was during this challenging phase that I realized the immense power of networking. To discuss this further, we have on board the insightful Greg Rochet, a successful business executive and a self-proclaimed introverted networker. We talk about everything from building meaningful connections to nurturing relationships and striking that fine balance between work, networking, and life.

Interestingly, we also discuss the impact of LinkedIn on our networking strategies, as well as tips to engage with those who are ahead in our career journey. Listen in, as we unwrap practical insights that can transform your professional life through networking. Don't miss this chance to elevate your career. So, tune in, connect, and let's grow together!

Show Highlights:

• Greg’s personal journey from being networking-avoidant to networking expert.
• How Greg balances a demanding full-time job, a busy personal and family life, and his “side hustle” as a content creator and networking coach. 
• What it truly means to be an introvert - versus what many people think it means.
• The mindset shift that many introverts need to make to change their views about networking, and how uncomfortable it may be. 
• How to build and expand your meaningful relationships by starting with existing connections. 
• The easy first step to take to get over feeling awkward about networking.
• The AIR framework for giving when networking - advice, introductions, and recommendations. 
• Greg’s LinkedIn posting strategy, and how he creates meaningful content to engage with his network there every weekday.

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People & Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Greg Roche - LinkedIn

The Introverted Networker Newsletter

The Fast and Easy Guide to Networking for Introverts: How to Connect Without Going to Events, Making Cold Calls, or Sending Spammy Emails by Greg Roche

Idea Sex In Talent Management | Greg Roche | DisruptHR Talks

Give and Take: A Revolutionary Approach to Success by Adam Grant

Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, Revised Edition Paperback by Robert B. Cialdini

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What happens when a leader unveils their vulnerability? Does it weaken their status or lead to a more profound connection with their team? These intriguing questions are the foundation of our discussion with Jacob Morgan, a trained futurist and renowned authority on the future of work, leadership, and employee experience. We navigate through the complexities of leading with vulnerability, drawing from Jacob's extensive research, real-world examples, and insights from his latest book, 'Lead with Vulnerability'.

Think about the CEO who bares his soul about the struggles of the business, only to be fired, or the one who acknowledges the struggles but couples them with a clear vision leading to success. Such tales help us dissect the nuanced difference between vulnerability and leading with vulnerability, especially in a workplace setting. We offer insights and practical advice on how leaders can incorporate vulnerability into their leadership style without undermining their competence.

What is the transformative power of vulnerability on employees? What happens when a CEO and COO embrace vulnerability amidst a company tragedy? We dive deep into these questions, underscoring the significance of acknowledging one's shortcomings and striving for improvement. Learn more about Jacob's book, 'Lead with Vulnerability', and join us in this thought-provoking episode as we explore the future of work and elevate your understanding of leadership.

Show Highlights:

• The differences between being vulnerable at work and in your personal life.
• Do leaders need to be more or less vulnerable than their employees?
• Taking accountability and demonstrating growth
• The important difference between leading with vulnerability, and being vulnerable.
• The Vulnerable Leader Equation: leadership + vulnerability = leading with vulnerability.
• The important characteristic that must be present in order for leading with vulnerability to be effective.
• The Vulnerability Wheel - a framework that helps leaders assess when, what, and how to be vulnerable based on intention, timing, and other factors.
• The eight attributes of vulnerable leaders.
• Practical advice for leaders to start demonstrating vulnerability.

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People & Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Jacob Morgan - Website, LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram 

Book: Leading with Vulnerability: Unlock Your Greatest Superpower to Transform Yourself, Your Team, and Your Organization by Jacob Morgan

Substack: Great Leadership With Jacob Morgan

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Get ready for a conversation that might just change your life. Today, I'm thrilled to welcome Dr. Tanvi Gautam, a renowned leadership development expert who's here to shift your perspective on leadership. In our chat, we'll dissect the core of leadership, providing you with practical strategies to boost your influence and legacy.

As we navigate a world rocked by global disruption, Dr. Gautam highlights how leadership is evolving and why it's critical to adopt new tools and resources. This episode is your guide to transforming this unique time into an opportunity to rethink your approach to work. We're going to break down the skills you need to thrive in a rapidly changing world, preparing you to rise above unforeseen challenges.

We're also going to dive into the concept of future fluidity. Dr. Gautam shares how to cultivate flexibility and resilience, essential tools for navigating an uncertain future. Plus, we explore the role technology plays in enhancing visibility and influence. And we don't forget the importance of rest and relaxation in the leadership journey. So tune in and join us for an enlightening chat with Dr. Gautam, designed to empower you on your leadership journey.

Show Highlights:

• The focus of Dr. Gautam’s work - creating unstoppable leaders who can help their companies upgrade in the new age of disruption.
• 4 skills that all leaders must develop to succeed in the future of work.
• Why the tools, resources, and mindsets that made leaders successful in the past, are not what will be needed in the emerging world.
• How viewing disruption and being disrupted as an invitation to reimagine and reinvent can create possibilities versus getting stuck or falling behind.
• But how has leadership changed in a post-pandemic world? 
• Why developing the skills of rest and recovery will be a competitive advantage for both leaders and organizations.
• The concept of “future fluidity”, and how developing this skill can help leaders to successfully navigate change and uncertainty.
• Dr. Gautam’s forthcoming book - Deep Collaboration - will explore the five crucial conversations leaders must have to enable collaboration across organizational silos and boundaries.

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People & Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Dr. Tanvi Gautam - Website, LinkedIn, Twitter

Book — The Spark Lies Within: And other secrets of women leading inspired and authentic lives by Dr. Tanvi Gautam

WorkLife with Adam Grant Podcast: The Science of Recharging on Weekends and Vacations

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Ever been in front of a crowd with your heart racing, palms sweating, and mind in overdrive? Yep, I've been there too. That's why today, I'm excited to take you on a backstage journey into the fascinating world of public speaking. And who better to guide us than Adriana Baer, a stellar coach who equips leaders with powerful speaking skills, drawing from her rich theater background.

Adriana opens up about how her theatrical past not only helped her face her own fears but also how it serves as a unique toolkit to empower her clients. She focuses on fostering a genuine connection with the audience, aligning with their goals, and digging deep to find that motivation.

We dived deep into how a well-crafted narrative can completely transform your speech, keeping your audience hooked. Adriana graciously shared her method of helping clients achieve the perfect mix of structure and flexibility in their speeches. We also touched on the high-energy Disrupt HR format, where the challenge is to deliver an impactful presentation that's tailored to various events and caters to diverse learners. I also threw in a few of my insights on slide design - a topic that sparks quite a debate.

But, a perfectly designed speech can fall flat without authenticity, right? So we plunged into a candid conversation about this crucial element. Adriana shared a hilarious anecdote where she found herself unintentionally mimicking an "NPR personality" on her podcast. We emphasized the importance of voice warm-ups, truly living the words we speak, and ensuring our presentations echo our authentic selves.

Addressing the ever-present fear of public speaking, Adriana drew fascinating parallels between speaking and singing, delving into the psychological ties that bind the two. We concluded with practical tips on overcoming stage fright and where to find more of Adriana's incredible resources. 

Show Highlights:

• How Adriana's theater background differentiates her from many public speaking coaches who might come from corporate backgrounds or are professional speakers themselves.
• The framework of crafting a message and delivering it with impact. 
• Why understanding internal roadblocks, like mental and emotional barriers, is key to effective public speaking.
• How using an acting technique, and creating an "audience character" can provide a clear focus for speakers, and ensure that their message resonates.
• Why using frameworks and structure can be more powerful and relatable for delivering a message than memorizing a speech. 
• Slides or no slides? Adriana shares her perspective.
• The science behind the power of storytelling, and how it creates connection.
• What many popular speakers do wrong, and what great ones do right. 

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People & Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Adriana Baer - website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Free Resource: Beyond Once Upon a Time: 15 Ways to Start Your Speeches & Brainstorm Ideas That Won't Bore Your Audience  

Michael Port / Heroic Public Speaking

Kindra Hall

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Today, we have a truly fascinating guest: Rob Lawless. Rob is on a mission to meet 10,000 people and he's spending one hour with each one of them. You heard it right! The tales from his journey are truly inspiring and filled with insights that you don't want to miss.

Rob has managed to catch the attention of big names like The Kelly Clarkson Show and has even delivered speeches across the globe. Through this mission, he has underlined the remarkable power of human connection. As we dive deeper into his journey, we discuss how the dynamics of social media have transformed since he began his quest.

From the moment he received a pivotal rejection email to when he signed a contract to speak in Bangalore, India, Rob's story is a testament to resilience and perseverance. More than just meeting people, he's been constructing a unique FRIEND Framework that includes family, relationships, industry, entertainment, needs, and dreams. Every interaction he has is an experience, an opportunity to make a connection more meaningful.

Rob's project goes beyond just meeting people, though. He sheds light on crucial aspects of life like grief awareness and talks about how his mission has helped him achieve his life goals. 

So sit back, relax and let's journey together into a world of authentic human connections and amplified influence!

Show Highlights:

• Rob's unique idea in 2015 to spend one hour one-on-one with 10,000 different people and how it started as a project and turned into a career.
• Why Rob doesn't call meetings with new friends "interviews", and what his goal is for each conversation.
• How the COVID-19 pandemic impacted Rob's ‘Meet 10,000 New Friends’ project, and how those changes opened up the opportunity to meet more new people.
• How a suggestion from one of Rob's new friends regarding public speaking has turned into a profitable revenue stream, and also a future book.
• Rob’s FRIEND framework that he teaches to help people engage in meaningful conversations, and unpack other people's stories.
• What the project has taught Rob about gratitude and the value of human connection.
• Who is the ideal person that Rob would like to meet, and will they be number 10k?
• How long will it take for Rob to complete his mission of making 10,000 new friends?

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People & Resources Mentioned In This episode:

Rob Lawless - LinkedIn, Instagram, Rob’s 10k Friends website, Rob Lawless speaking website

Jennifer / Rob 10k Friends Conversation Recap on Instagram 

Thom Monahan

Michelle Poler - Keynote Speaker

Humans of New York

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Join me and my BFF, Laurie Ruettimann, as we discuss the topic of how generative AI tools can aid in content creation. We share our personal experiences with these tools and how they are saving us precious time and adding immense value to our work. Listen in as we unpack the different user types of AI: creators who leverage it for automation and editors who utilize AI to refine existing work.

Next, Laurie and I explore the potential of AI in personal and professional communication. We discuss the use of generative AI tools for writing emails, newsletters, and even crafting professional messages. Discover how the right prompts can yield better results and the ways we can communicate effectively with AI. Don't miss out on the insights we offer on how to get the best results from your AI tool!

In the latter part of our conversation, we focus on the power of AI in enhancing our creativity and decision-making processes. We talk about how these tools suggest ideas we may not have thought of, and how they can be used without interfering with the creative process. Finally, we share our vision for the future of generative AI tools and how they will continue to shape our lives. Tune in to get a sneak peek into the future of AI in content creation and editing!

Show Highlights:

• Jennifer's exploration of idea development and content fine-tuning using ChatGPT.
• Laurie's application of ChatGPT for email content refinement and editing.
• Laurie's perspective on the two distinctive user categories of generative AI tools.
• The benefits of employing AI as a content editor or copywriter.
• The utilization of AI tools for idea generation and brainstorming.
• Understanding the learning and retention process of ChatGPT, and the reality of training it to emulate a writer's unique voice.
• Our comparative analysis of ChatGPT and Google Bard - which one is superior?
• The importance of avoiding over-complicated prompts when working with AI tools.
• Our views on the balance between human creativity and AI assistance.

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People & Resources Mentioned In This Episode:

Laurie Ruettimann - website, LinkedIn, Instagram

Punk Rock HR / Corporate Drinker podcast

ChatGPT

Google Bard

Vadim Liberman

Impact Makers podcast episode 036:  The Random Show — Conversations with My BFF Laurie Ruettimann 

Betting on You: How to Put Yourself First and (Finally) Take Control of Your Career by Laurie Ruettimann 

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A career change is a huge thing that a lot of people are dealing with right now, whether they feel stuck in their current job or they just want to do something different that they enjoy. But how do you position yourself for the job that you want? 

As an employee, you've got to figure out how to get noticed to move your career ahead and make sure you're getting the interactions and relationships that you need. That being said, this is a two-way street. Leaders also need to figure out how to provide a safe space and environment for their people to connect, even remotely. 

In today’s episode, I’m sharing a recording of a conversation I had with Chris Villanueva when he invited me to podcast and chat about networking, relationship building, and how the changing world of work impacts both job seekers and people leaders.

Chris is the CEO & Co-Founder of Let's Eat, Grandma, an online resume service that helps professionals rebrand themselves to land interviews for their dream jobs. Recently ranked by The Balance as the best resume service of 2022, Let’s Eat Grandma helps people during one of the most stressful areas of life – the job hunt. They’ve assisted over 7,000+ paying clients with their resumes, and hundreds of thousands more through their blog and the Career Warrior Podcast. 

Show Highlights:

• The future of work, and what both job seekers and HR leaders should be paying attention to
• The skills that will be most in demand in the workplace of the future
• Will working virtually affect your career negatively, versus being present in an office?
• Should job seekers try to negotiate remote work, if it’s not part of the job offer?
• How to properly build relationships and networks when many people are working remotely and networking less
• How to position yourself for new opportunities when you’re interested in making a career change
• The worst things job seekers do with their resumes that annoy HR and hiring managers

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People & Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Let’s Eat Grandma Career Warrior Podcast

https://www.letseatgrandma.com/cwp/ 

Career Warrior Podcast #274 - The Future of Work for Job Seekers with Jennifer McClure

https://www.letseatgrandma.com/blog/career-warrior-podcast-274/ 

Let’s Eat Grandma | Best Resume Writing Service

https://www.letseatgrandma.com/ 

Chris Villanueva LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/ 

“The 4-Hour Workweek: Escape 9-5, Live Anywhere, and Join the New Rich” by Tim Ferriss

https://amzn.to/3MtaCEA 

“Jab, Jab, Jab, Right Hook: How to Tell Your Story in a Noisy Social World” by Gary Vaynerchuk

https://amzn.to/3T9l8Tt 

Julie Turney / HR@Heart Consulting Inc.

https://hratheart.co/%23about 

Personal Brand Workbook

https://jennifermcclure.net/personal-brand-workbook/

Steve Browne

https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveb5/

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I’ve had the best job in the world for over 10 years now - where I have the privilege of speaking on stages and in training rooms to groups of leaders around the world about how to increase their influence, focus strategically, and make a positive impact at work and in life.

When I stepped out on my own in 2010 to start my business, I had a little bit of experience, a healthy dose of confidence, and a whole lot of hope that I could build the relationships, and create impactful presentations that would result in a successful speaking business.

But like a lot of things in my life where I tend to jump off the cliff first, and then think about my parachute later, I wasn’t fully prepared for what it would take to find my lane, to determine how to set my speaking fees, or how to become a recognized expert.

So, queue admission into the school of hard knocks, where I’ve gained quite an education along the way, and as a result, have ultimately managed to build a business and life that I truly love.

Last year, my friend Dr. Daniel Crosby - who is a great public speaker himself, and was a also my guest on episode 14 of the Impact Makers Podcast, where he talked about understanding human behavior to do well, do good and do you - asked if I would join him on his Standard Deviations podcast to talk about what it takes to create great presentations -- and if you’re into that kind of thing, how to actually get paid to speak, which is one of the most frequently asked questions we both receive.

Over a year later, the content of our conversation is still accurate and timely, and I continue to hear from people in Dr. Crosby’s audience who have found it helpful. So I asked him if I could share it with you today, and if you’re interested in crafting great presentations, and/or getting paid to speak, I think you’ll find it helpful.

Topics Discussed In This Episode:​​

• My path from HR executive to professional speaker, and why I felt like I needed at least 20 years of work experience before starting.
• How giving away 10% of my time to help others helped me to get started as a speaker, and discover the work that I truly loved.
• My personal recipe for crafting a great presentation.
• What comedians and preachers can teach us about giving great presentations.
• What adult learning theory tells us about what makes for a good speech.
• Strategies for determining your speaking fee, what can happen if your price is too low, and how to get paid more.
• Three books that I recommend for speakers to help with picking a lane, determining your pricing strategy, and building a memorable brand.
• What Dr. Crosby did that 10x’d his speaking revenue.
• 3 concrete steps to take to build a profitable speaking business.

People & Resources Mentioned In This episode:

FREE RESOURCE: 10 Tips To BUILD YOUR BRAND and LAND Gigs as a Speaker!

Dr. Daniel Crosby LinkedIn

Dr. Daniel Crosby Twitter

Standard Deviations Podcast

Impact Makers Podcast Episode 014: Understanding Human Behavior to Do Well, Do Good and Do You with Dr. Daniel Crosby

Standard Deviations Podcast Episode 14: Jennifer McClure - On Becoming a Public Speaker

Centennial, Inc.

Mike Sipple, Sr.

Michelle Cushatt

Million Dollar Speaking: The Professional's Guide to Building Your Platform by Alan Weiss

Million Dollar Consulting: The Professional's Guide to Growing a Practice by Alan Weiss

Ryan Estis

Jane Atkinson

The Wealthy Speaker 2.0: The Proven Formula for Building Your Successful Speaking Business by Jane Atkinson

Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World by Michael Hyatt

Laurie Ruettimann

Jon Acuff

Toastmasters International

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Discover the power of creative problem-solving! In today’s episode, we’re bringing in an expert in creative problem-solving and creating cultures of innovation. Ellia Harris works with managers, business owners, and their teams to get them out of habitual thinking, so they can find creative solutions that they couldn’t see before. 

The creator of Light Bulb Thinking™, Ellia has over a decade’s experience in organizational training. Her own experience as a manager seeking a creative approach to leadership has led to her expertise in using creative thinking as the fastest route to becoming an effective leader of a high-performing team – which, in a time when we all need to be at the top of our game, is more crucial than ever.

Ellia is a timely reminder that everyone has the capacity for creative thinking and creative problem-solving – and thinking differently about some of the challenges that you’re facing may be the best way to identify the solution that you need to move forward.

Topics Discussed In Today’s Episode:

• What is creative problem-solving?
• Ellia’s Light Bulb Thinking framework for creative problem solving: planning, ideating, choosing, and then implementing or innovating.
• The four categories of creative thinking tools for when you're ideating: Re-expression, Revolution, Random Links, and Related Words.
• Why many of us struggle with being creative, and how we can overcome how our brains are naturally designed to work
• How AI tools like ChatGPT and Bard can be used to fuel creativity — and how they should not be used
• Ellia’s passion for helping young people to develop leadership and creative problem-solving skills

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Ellia Harris LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliaharris 

Contact Ellia - [email protected] 

The Potential Center Website - https://ThePotentialCenter.com 

The Potential Center on Facebook - https://www.Facebook.com/ThePotentialCenter 

The Potential Center on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@ThePotentialCenter 

Light Bulb Moments™ online course - https://tpc-school.thinkific.com/courses/light-bulb-moments 

Winner's Mindset: Peak Performance Strategies for Success (contributor) - https://amzn.to/3DRtV6O 

Impact Makers podcast episode 067: How to Make Work Suck Less By Making It Fun with Jeff Harry - https://jennifermcclure.net/2022/10/20/how-to-make-work-suck-less-by-making-it-fun-with-jeff-harry/ 

Impact Makers podcast episode 084: Poetry, Hip Hop, and HR: Creativity and Leading in the Future of Work With Arend Boersema - https://jennifermcclure.net/2023/07/21/poetry-hip-hop-and-hr/ 

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Meet Shahzia Nourali, the exceptional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practitioner, who with her dynamic voice, is changing the narrative around workplace authority and equity. In our enlightening conversation, she shares her inspiring journey from a place of isolation in her first leadership role, to becoming a passionate advocate for equity within the utilities industry and beyond. Her unique insights are shaped by her experiences as a woman of color, a child of immigrants, and an HR practitioner. 

Our conversation takes us through the challenges and biases that persist in traditional leadership and mentorship models. With Shahzia leading the way, we explore the concept of sponsorship, and how it can create a space for authentic expression, amplifying not just talent but also the voices that often go unheard. We grapple with the systemic effects of racism, discussing the importance of bringing to the fore voices that remain outside the usual circles of influence. 

Show Highlights:

• Building workplace authority and equity
• Challenging bias and promoting equity
• Designing equitable workplace cultures and policies
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion in HR
• Opportunities for growth and collaboration

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People & Resources Mentioned In This episode:

Shahzia Noorally - LinkedIn, Website, Instagram

The Equity Gap podcast - On Apple Podcasts, LinkedIn, Instagram

HR, We Have A Problem | Susy Ko & Shahzia Noorally | DisruptHR Talks

Do You Know the Reference Man? | Shahzia Noorally | DisruptHR Talks

Rethinking podcast with Adam Grant: Finding–and becoming–great mentors and sponsors with Carla Harris

The Equity Gap podcast: From saviorism to solidarity in the workplace - a conversation with Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi - Changemaker, Speaker, Author & Founder of Accelerate her Future

Accelerate Her Future

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