Have you ever wondered how to find the courage to embark on new adventures and earn respect along the way? In this episode we explore this question with our guest, Kylie Taitano, a Senior Software Engineer at Intuit and a Former Candidate for Congress CA-50. We delve into the challenges of communicating effectively in leadership, adapting to various audiences, and the nuances of non-verbal cues in conversation.

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✔️ Key strategies for building confidence to speak your opinion with authority figures.

✔️ The art of adapting communication styles for effective leadership and why it's not being 'too bossy.'

✔️ Insights into Kylie's experience running for Congress and how she navigated the political landscape.

✔️ Practical tips for defining success on your own terms and the power of embracing struggles.

✔️ Techniques for not taking rejection personally and redefining failure as a pathway to success.

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