Notable Leaders' Radio

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Judy 'J.' Winslow, founder of UnforgettableBrands. She highlights the importance of embracing uniqueness and standing out in personal and professional spheres.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Judy Winslow's Transformational Journey: Discover how Judy's relationship with her mom, dubbed the "School of Don'ts," taught her resilience and personal growth. Learn from her story about the potential for growth from challenging relationships.

• Leadership and Conscious Choices: The importance of owning your journey and making deliberate choices. Understand how responsibility can empower you to shape your success.

• Crafting a Personal Path to Success: Define success on personal terms

• Creativity in Any Profession: The presence of creativity in all fields and how constraints can enhance it. Encouragement to find and express your truth instead of following societal norms. Motivate yourself to pursue and define your unique success story. Your creativity at work, no matter your field.

• Personal Responsibility for Change: Learn how Judy changed her life by taking personal responsibility and shifting her mindset. Inspiring you to make conscious choices for personal transformation.

• Embrace your inner weirdo! Judy's journey shows us that it's not about fitting in, it's about standing out. True success comes from being unapologetically you.

Guest Bio:

Judy (who goes by J.), Winslow is a trusted advisor to high-level leaders ready to multiply their business, brand, and legacy by 2-5X.

A dynamic speaker, elite business strategist, and leadership mentor, she equips CEOs and C-suite executives with the tools to drive innovation, amplify influence, and unlock exponential growth.

Her career spans decades of high-impact achievements—co-founding a top NYC marketing firm serving Fortune 100s and startups, winning numerous design awards, and founding TEDxSarasota. As a Certified Canfield Success Principles Trainer and a two-time International Best-Selling Author, she has been featured in Business Insider, Yahoo! Finance, ABC, SmileJamaica, and more.

With a global roster of visionary leaders, J. Winslow is a catalyst for transformation, inspiring those who refuse to settle for anything less than extraordinary. Whether through speaking, training, or advisory services, she ignites lasting change—fueling business success and leadership excellence at the highest levels.

Website/Social Links:

[email protected]

UnforgettableBrands.com

https://www.facebook.com/judywins

https://www.instagram.com/jwinsceopro/

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

Belinda's Bio: Belinda Pruyne is a renowned Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Keynote Speaker recognized for her ability to transform executives, professionals, and small business owners into highly respected, influential leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, she partners with top-tier organizations, including IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, Discovery Channel, and the Portland Trail Blazers. Recently, she led the redesign of two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is also a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network.

A thought leader in leadership development, Belinda is the creator and host of the Notable Leaders Radio podcast, where she has conducted 95+ interviews with top executives and business leaders, revealing the untold stories behind their success.

Previously, as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, she oversaw a global team of 500 professionals, gaining deep expertise in client services and executive leadership. With 25+ years of experience, Belinda is a trusted advisor to startups, turnarounds, acquisitions, and Fortune 500 companies, delivering strategic, high-impact solutions in today's fast-evolving business landscape.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Kevin Eikenberry, Chief Potential Officer of the Kevin Eikenberry Group and author. Kevin shares his journey from growing up on a family farm to becoming a successful leader and business owner.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Embrace the journey! Kevin Eikenberry shares how flexibility in leadership involves embracing the 'both/and' approach, allowing for flexible leadership. Let's navigate life's complexities with an open mind and a flexible heart.

• Context is everything! Consider the backstory; it could change your entire perspective. Kevin Eikenberry reminds us that understanding context makes us smarter and more effective leaders. Pause and reflect; you might discover a different truth.

• Life and leadership exist in the "gray area," not just in black and white. Kevin talks about the importance of embracing "both" rather than either/or, highlighting the complexity of life and leadership. This concept encourages flexibility and adaptability, which is crucial for effective decision-making and problem-solving.

• Focus on others can lead to greater success.. Kevin emphasizes the importance of shifting focus from oneself to others for personal and professional growth. This reinforces the value of empathy and collaboration in achieving success.

• Influences of the Past: Kevin shares a heartfelt reflection on how his father influenced his views on leadership and business. Growing up on a family farm, he gained firsthand experience in diverse leadership roles and decision-making from a young age.

RESOURCES:

Complementary Resources:

• http://KevinEikenberry.com/gift

Pre-order your copy of his newest book: Flexible Leadership: Navigating Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence by Kevin Eikenberry.

https://amzn.to/4iMPS9S

Guest Bio

Kevin is the Chief Potential Officer of The Kevin Eikenberry Group – a leadership and learning company based in Indianapolis, IN with a team across the United States.

He has spent over 30 years helping organizations and leaders from over 50 countries become more effective. Global Gurus has listed him on the list of most influential thinkers on leadership for the last four years.

His blog https://kevineikenberry.com/blog/ and podcast https://RemarkablePodcast.com are among the most popular on leadership.

Remarkable Leadership, From Bud to Boss, and The Long-Distance Leader, The Long-Distance Teammate, The Long-Distance Team, are among the books he has authored or co-authored.

Website/Social Links

• http://KevinEikenberry.com

• [email protected]

• https://www.facebook.com/KevinEikenberryFanPage https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevineikenberry/

• https://www.instagram.com/kevineikenberry/

• https://x.com/KevinEikenberry

Belinda's Bio:

Belinda Pruyne is a renowned Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Keynote Speaker recognized for her ability to transform executives, professionals, and small business owners into highly respected, influential leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, she partners with top-tier organizations, including IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, Discovery Channel, and the Portland Trail Blazers. Recently, she led the redesign of two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is also a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network.

A thought leader in leadership development, Belinda is the creator and host of the Notable Leaders Radio podcast, where she has conducted 95+ interviews with top executives and business leaders, revealing the untold stories behind their success.

Previously, as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, she oversaw a global team of 500 professionals, gaining deep expertise in client services and executive leadership. With 25+ years of experience, Belinda is a trusted advisor to startups, turnarounds, acquisitions, and Fortune 500 companies, delivering strategic, high-impact solutions in today's fast-evolving business landscape.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

In today's episode of Notable Leaders' Radio, I explore strategies for designing the next chapter of your career and life in a constantly evolving marketplace. We dive into building powerful networks and uncovering the areas of learning that will enhance your relevance and impact.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Power of Releasing the Outcome: Shifting your focus from specific outcomes to purposeful actions can free you from the stress of rigid expectations. This mindset not only reduces pressure but also creates space for unexpected and rewarding opportunities, transforming how you approach both challenges and successes.

• Building Authentic Connections with Ease: Meaningful relationships develop over time through genuine interactions, not transactional exchanges. By allowing connections to flourish naturally without immediate expectations, you can cultivate a powerful network that brings unforeseen opportunities to your professional and personal life.

• Embracing Lifelong Learning and Experimentation: In rapidly shifting industries, relevance requires an unyielding commitment to growth and adaptation. Embracing new learning experiences with an open mind positions you to thrive amidst change, turning challenges into catalysts for advancement.

• Transforming Setbacks into Strategic Insights: Perceived failures are, in fact, your greatest assets on the path to higher success. Each setback provides valuable data and insights for course correction. By detaching self-worth from specific outcomes, you can maintain emotional resilience and strategic clarity.

• Commit to Action, Stay Open to Outcomes: The journey to your goals is where true fulfillment lies. Maintaining commitment to purposeful actions while embracing diverse outcomes ensures a rewarding experience, regardless of how the specifics unfold.

Tune in to discover how to elevate your career trajectory with intention, resilience, and a mindset open to limitless possibilities.

RESOURCES:

Complementary Resources:

https://www.amazon.com/Magic-Conflict-Turning-Life-Work/dp/0684854481

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The Go-Giver Leader

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Belinda's Bio:

Belinda Pruyne: Transforming Leaders, Elevating Organizations

Belinda Pruyne is a renowned Leadership Advisor, Executive Coach, Consultant, and Keynote Speaker with a proven track record of empowering global executives, professionals, and small business owners to become influential leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, she partners with some of the world's most respected organizations, including IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, The Portland Trailblazers, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and Discovery Channel. Most recently, she led the successful redesign of two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting.

Belinda is also a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Her insights and strategies have guided countless leaders to thrive in today's rapidly shifting marketplace. Since 2020, she has hosted over 95 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders on her Notable Leaders Radio podcast, where she uncovers the real stories behind their success and the pivotal lessons learned along the way.

Previously, as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, Belinda managed a team of 500+ professionals worldwide, mastering the complexities of leadership in a global landscape. With over 25+ years of leadership development experience, her expertise spans startups, turnarounds, acquisitions, and global corporations. Her strategic guidance helps organizations navigate transformation with agility and purpose, driving measurable results.

Executives and companies turn to Belinda not just for her strategic foresight but for her ability to deliver impactful solutions that align leadership potential with organizational goals. Her industry-wide recognition and pragmatic approach make her an indispensable partner for those aiming to lead with influence, authenticity, and vision.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with GUi Costin, Founder and CEO, of Dakota. He shares his incredible journey from a young entrepreneur influenced by his mother's insightful advice to becoming a successful business owner and author.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Leadership & Culture: Gui delves into the essence of effective leadership, highlighting the importance of being kind versus being nice, the significance of clear communication, and creating a positive work environment. Learn what it means to remove obstacles for your team and aspire to excellence continually.

• The Power of Words: As a rhetoric and communication graduate, Gui stresses the critical impact of words and their power to shape environments and interactions. His advice: "Words matter. Details matter."

• Innovative Work Environment: Learn about Gui's approach to designing a workplace that feels like a welcoming hotel lobby, fostering creativity and productivity. Understand the importance of having fun at work and how it ties into achieving high performance.

• Vulnerability in Leadership: Gui believes that vulnerability and trust are key leadership traits, which he practices through policies he has created on the foundation of "treat the company like your own," so there are no set vacation or T&E policies.

RESOURCES:

Guest Bio Gui Costin is the founder and CEO of Dakota, a company built to help investment firms grow their businesses. Since 2006, Dakota's fundraising services and data solutions have helped thousands of investment firms and their salespeople scale their businesses and careers.

What sets Dakota apart is not just what they do but why they do it. At the heart of the company is the Dakota Way—a guiding philosophy rooted in a time-tested, repeatable sales process. By creating clarity and structure in the often unpredictable world of fundraising, Dakota brings a sense of order and reliability to an otherwise chaotic industry. It's this unwavering commitment to a process-driven approach that enables Gui and the team at Dakota to inspire trust and help its clients and customers succeed.

Website/Social Links

https://www.dakota.com/

[email protected]

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

BOOKS

1st –Millennials Are Not Aliens

https://www.amazon.com/Millennials-Are-Not-Aliens-Everything/dp/1946633429

2nd (coming out soon) - The Dakota Way

https://amzn.to/4hZ92c0

Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Amy Armstrong. Amy, a conflict resolution specialist, shares her incredible journey of overcoming fear, people-pleasing, and codependency.

In today's episode, we discuss:

Setting boundaries can be gentle yet firm. Knowing this encourages you to establish clear limits without feeling you must be harsh or confrontational, which can improve your relationships and overall well-being.

• Amy learned the importance of telling the truth and developing a personal identity at 45. This revelation reassures you that it's never too late to discover and embrace your true self, promoting lifelong personal growth.

• Fear often highlights areas for personal growth. By reframing fear as a tool for self-improvement, you can embark on personal growth rather than avoidance, empowering you to face challenges head-on.

• Amy emphasizes authenticity as the core of credibility and personal integrity. This encourages you to be true to yourself, fostering deeper and more genuine connections with others.

• Inviting others to share their perspectives promotes openness. This approach helps you build more inclusive and understanding relationships, enhancing communication and conflict resolution skills.

• Overcoming codependency and learning not to control life is crucial. This lesson encourages you to focus on self-awareness and authenticity, leading to healthier and more fulfilling relationships.

• Amy's "boundary blueprint" (VOICE) guides people in setting personal boundaries. This practical framework helps you establish effective boundaries, encouraging healthier interactions and greater self-respect.

• Amy has a new book "Reclaim Your Power to Resolve Conflict" coming next year. Anticipating this resource prepares you to enhance your boundary-setting skills and improve your ability to resolve conflicts.

RESOURCES:

Complementary Resources:

Free Conflict Quiz:

• https://www.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com/

Guest Bio

Amy Armstrong turns conflict into fuel for personal empowerment. As a reformed people pleaser, Amy dives into the heat of conflict and empowers leaders to be radical truth-tellers while preserving a culture of dignity and respect. Her innovative coaching inspires positive change in the courtroom, the boardroom, the classroom and even the bedroom.

Website/Social Links

• [email protected]

• https://www.thecenterforfamilyresolution.com

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachamyarmstrong/

• @amyarmstrongconflictfree

Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Andrea Sampson, Founder, Talk Boutique & The Thought Leader Academy. She highlights our neurodiversity and uniqueness as strengths, and implores us to walk into our brilliance with confidence.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Identify patterns in your early interests. Reflect on your childhood experiences and passions. Use this self-awareness to understand the roles you naturally gravitate toward and how you can challenge or embrace them.

• Leverage neurodiversity as a strength. If you identify with neurodiverse traits, see them as a unique advantage rather than a limitation. Focus on how your brain's unique way of processing information allows for deep focus and creative problem-solving, and build strategies to manage potential challenges like distractibility.

• Embrace leadership and visibility. If you've been comfortable as a supporter or in the background, consider stepping into leadership. Recognize when external forces or past beliefs might have held you back, and challenge yourself to take the lead, especially in areas where your voice and presence can create the most impact.

• Embrace your uniqueness. Give yourself permission to fully be who you are, without judgment. Recognize that past self-criticism was unfair and doesn't reflect your true value.

• Harness curiosity for growth. Let curiosity drive you to learn and explore deeply, even in areas where you feel uncertain. Dive into subjects that interest you and turn them into strengths, as growth often comes from curiosity.

• Share your story. Your unique experiences and perspectives are powerful. Share them with others through storytelling, as it fosters connection and can inspire others who may be in a similar place.

RESOURCES:

Complementary Resources:

• Framework Library Download: https://www.talkboutique.info/lm-pod-24-framework-library

Guest Bio:

Andrea Sampson, CEO and Founder of Talk Boutique and the Thought Leader Academy, brings over 25 years of experience from her career in the advertising industry, where she led transformative campaigns for Fortune 100 companies. Her proven expertise in the art of narrative and integrated communication strategies revolutionized brand messaging and set benchmarks for engaging storytelling in a business context.

Transitioning from advertising to thought leadership, Andrea has significantly impacted the TED community as a curator, organizer, and speaker coach for TEDx events. Her role was instrumental in bringing Singularity University to Canada, where, as Head of Faculty for Singularity U Canada, she merged her communication skills with the exponential technologies shaping our future. Her leadership extended to overseeing the certification of Singularity University's faculty globally, ensuring the highest standards of excellence in presentations and speaking using a TED-style approach for technical speakers.

At the Thought Leader Academy, Andrea champions a collaborative platform for nurturing the thought leaders of tomorrow by developing their stories and the ideas they hold today. She focuses on cultivating a space where diverse voices can amplify their influence, impact, and income, shaping a future that is resilient and representative of all who live within it.

• [email protected]

• https://talkboutique.com/

• https://www.instagram.com/thisisandreasampson/

• https://www.instagram.com/talk.boutique/

• https://www.youtube.com/@talk.boutique

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/acsampson/

• https://www.linkedin.com/company/talkboutique/

• https://www.facebook.com/talkboutiqueinc

Belinda's Bio:

Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Jason Wright, CEO and Founder at Intentionally Inspirational – Automated Marketing. He highlights seizing opportunity, embracing uncertainty, and focusing on solutions.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Seize opportunities early and embrace entrepreneurship. Identify opportunities around you and take initiative. Early lessons in entrepreneurship can come from simple moments that set the stage for future success.

• Embrace uncertainty and lean into discomfort. Success often lies in stepping into the unknown. Don't let fear keep you from exploring new possibilities or pursuing your true passion.

• Surround yourself with the right support. Choose a community that supports and understands your vision.

• Embrace patience in your journey. Success takes time. Patience allows you to stay resilient through challenges and failures, knowing that progress will come if you remain consistent.

• Take breaks to re-energize. When things feel stagnant or overwhelming, shift your energy by stepping away from the grind.

• Focus on solutions, not problems. Instead of dwelling on setbacks, train your mind to look for the opportunities that challenges present.

RESOURCES:

Complementary Resources:

• https://www.getmorepassiveinvestors.com/letsgo

Guest Bio:

Jason is a speaker, author, entrepreneur, limited partner real estate investor, podcast host and digital marketing architect with a passion for helping other business owners with their sales funnels. Jason prides himself on his ability to connect with people and speak to them in a language they understand. Jason is able to design successful marketing automation machines all while keeping a positive attitude and sense of humor along the way.

• [email protected]

• www.intentionallyinspirational.com

• https://www.instagram.com/intinspodcast/

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/thejasonwright/

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCimr3WepHAUcJr-n9m9k4IA

• https://www.facebook.com/IntentionallyInspirational/

BOOKS

• The Backwards Route to Forward Progress: 7 Solutions For Crushing Fear, Self-Doubt, and Limiting Beliefs by Jason Wright

Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Taylor Jacobson, Founder and CEO of Focusmate. He highlights the importance of embracing collaboration, asking for help without shame, and gives tools for overcoming procrastination.

In today's episode, we discuss: .

• Embrace Being a Beginner. Don't be afraid to start something new, even if you're not great at it initially. The only way to improve is through consistent practice, and giving yourself permission to have a "shitty first draft" is crucial for growth.

• Ask for Help Without Shame. Embrace collaboration by asking others for support or to simply keep you company while you work. Recognize that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness, and can boost productivity and focus.

• Prioritize Tasks That Energize You. Focus on doing tasks that bring you energy and passion, and don't be afraid to delegate the ones that drain you. Asking for help not only lightens your load but allows others to shine in their strengths.

Guest Bio:

Taylor is on a mission to heal the culture of fear and shame around productivity and help people give their gifts with love and confidence.

Focusmate offers a supportive online community where open-minded people can experience the joy of getting things done together. To date, Focusmate has hosted over 9 million co-working sessions for members in over 170 countries worldwide.

Taylor Jacobson's work and perspectives on productivity, authenticity, and the future of work have been featured in publications such as The New York Times, BBC, NPR, GQ, CNN, and more.

• Website: https://focusmate.com/

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorjacobson/

Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

Website: Belindapruyne.com

Email Address: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/belindapruyne

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NotableLeadersNetwork.BelindaPruyne/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/belindapruyne?lang=en

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/belindapruyne/

Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Tammy Klotz, the Chief Information Security Officer at Trinseo. She highlights actionable strategies for elevating leadership and team performance.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• Establishing clear boundaries. Define and communicate each person's responsibilities and how they impact their teammates and the overall project to develop strong collaboration across teams and functions.

• Fully embrace resiliency and cultivate it in your team. Resilience is developed when we learn from failures and setbacks as a team. Use these experiences to fuel determination, individual growth, and more profound team resiliency.

• "Never let a good crisis go to waste." In Cyber Security, there are no "I will get to it later" crisis calls for immediate action. Once calm has been restored, it is time to gather your team(s), dissect all that happened, and identify the elements that need to be altered, enhanced, deleted, newly developed….

• Foster individuality and motivate your team. Encourage your team members to develop their unique strengths and identities. Avoid forcing conformity; instead, celebrate their uniqueness and energize them with motivational moments. Use quotes, stories, or insights to keep them focused and positive.

• Building trust and respect. Cultivate trust and respect within your team by consistently demonstrating empathy and grace. Recognize the impact of your actions and words on others, and strive to create a supportive environment.

Guest Bio: Tammy Klotz is a vibrant and accomplished executive and best-selling author with over three decades of diverse experience in the manufacturing industry, specializing in cybersecurity and transformational leadership.

She also offers keen expertise in navigating mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures within both publicly traded and privately held companies and is seasoned in security, risk, and compliance leadership.

Tammy brings a dynamic and positive approach to problem-solving, excelling in simplifying intricate IT and cybersecurity concepts and facilitating pragmatic, non-technical dialogues that resonate with business executives.

She is recognized as a strong, knowledgeable, thoughtful security executive who excels in public speaking and thought leadership, striving to empower others through knowledge sharing.

Email: [email protected]

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Belinda's Bio:

The Founder of BelindaPryune.com, Belinda is a sought-after global leadership advisor, coach, and consultant for executive management at IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. She frequently partners with individual executives and entrepreneurs to map career trajectories, solve internal problems, and fuel business growth strategies. Belinda is a founding C-suite and executive leadership coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2019, she has delivered more than 94 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who peel back the curtain, sharing the truth of what it took to achieve their success on her Notable Leaders Radio podcast.

Belinda is a masterful communicator who helps you examine your strengths, clarify development areas, and identify your unique value to become a leader others choose to follow. As a partner to executives in various sectors, from sole proprietors to Fortune 500 leaders, she guides you to expand your vision and your company's reach.

She used her strategic acumen to become the EVP of Grey Worldwide's Executive Creative Team of 500 across 80 international offices. By developing Grey's "Global & Regional Creative Councils" to foster communication and collaboration between 200+ international creative directors, Belinda effected a worldwide transition to solution selling, unified the company's brand, and built a knowledge-sharing network.

Belinda was part of a four-person team that restructured Grey's NY headquarters into seven "Villages" and developed Grey's "Global Creative Council" to foster communication and collaboration among 200+ international Creative Directors.

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Today, on Notable Leaders' Radio, I speak with Betty Devita, Global C-Suite Leader, Board Director, and Fintech Advisor. She shares her upbringing as a first-generation American with immigrant parents from Italy and Poland, the risks and rewards of moving internationally for her career, and how her career has positively influenced her children, teaching them about gender equality, cultural diversity, and the importance of being open-minded and adaptable.

In today's episode, we discuss:

• The power of mentorship and cultural adaptation is crucial for integrating and thriving in new environments.

• Stepping into a leadership role requires significant personal growth and adaptation, leading to a profound transformation.

• "Filling your agenda doesn't mean that you're going to be full. That's more about quality than quantity." And accepting that it's not an always must do constant battle for the most busy, it doesn't matter.

• Successful leaders understand the evolving definition of success and the importance of balancing professional achievements with personal well-being and family life.

Guest Bio:

With over 35 years of experience in the global consumer financial services and payments industry, Betty DeVita is a seasoned banker and payments expert, fintech advisor and leader with a passion for digital transformation and open banking to drive growth, innovation, and strategic partnerships.

As a member of the Board and Chief Business Officer at FinConecta, DeVita leverages her expertise in strategy, value creation, partnerships, and scaling to match and integrate financial institutions and fintechs worldwide through a single platform, enabling faster and more efficient delivery of digital solutions for customers.

Before joining FinConecta, she served as the Chief Commercial Officer of Digital Payments and Labs at MasterCard, where she was responsible for commercializing innovative products and platforms in the areas of order ahead payments, IoT commerce, and moving beyond payments to drive brand loyalty.

Prior to that, she was the President of MasterCard Canada, overseeing all aspects of the enterprise, driving growth and expansion and held various senior leadership positions at Citi in Latin America, the U.S., and Asia, culminating as the Chair and CEO of Citibank Canada.

She served on the Exec Council of the Canadian Bankers Association and in 2014 was inducted into the Women's Executive Network Hall of Fame as one of Canada's Most Powerful Women.

Throughout her career, she has been recognized as a global C-suite leader, board director, and fintech influencer, and have served on multiple boards and advisory councils in the private and public sectors, including Molson Coors, Popular, Home Capital Group, and NACD New York Chapter, serving on Audit, Talent/Compensation, and Technology Committees.

DeVita holds a Bachelor of Science from St. John's University, a CEO Certificate from Wharton-KMA, and an Institute of Corporate Directors certification from the University of Toronto and is a passionate advocate and proponent of women's leadership and development and connector of people and ideas.

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Belinda's Bio: Belinda is a sought-after Leadership Advisor, Coach, Consultant and Keynote speaker and a leading authority in guiding global executives, professionals and small business owners to become today's highly respected leaders. As the Founder of BelindaPruyne.com, Belinda works with such organizations as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, BBDO, The BAM Connection, Hilton, Leidos, Yale School of Medicine, Landis, and the Discovery Channel. Most recently, she redesigned two global internal advertising agencies for Cella, a leader in creative staffing and consulting. She is a founding C-suite and executive management coach for Chief, the fastest-growing executive women's network. Since 2020, Belinda has delivered more than 72 interviews with top-level executives and business leaders who share their inner journey to success; letting you know the truth of what it took to achieve their success in her Notable Leaders Radio podcast. She gained a wealth of expertise in the client services industry as Executive Vice President, Global Director of Creative Management at Grey Advertising, managing 500 people around the globe. With over 20+ years of leadership development experience, she brings industry-wide recognition to the executives and companies she works with. Whether a startup, turnaround, acquisition, or global corporation, executives and companies continue to turn to Pruyne for strategic and impactful solutions in a rapidly shifting economy and marketplace.

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