Shedding the Corporate Bitch

Rank or position does not make you a leader. So what does?

Welcome to another insightful episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast! In this episode, Bernadette Boas sits down with Julia Becker Collins to discuss the transformative journey from being a task-focused boss to becoming an empathetic, servant leader. Dive in as we explore the trending concepts of micromanagement, trust, accountability, and how leaders can foster an open, supportive work environment that shifts them away from just being a manager to an actual leader who inspires, motivates, and develops a high-functioning team.

Julia shares tips, strategies and client stories regarding:

🔹 Trust and Effective Leadership

🔹 Recognizing Individual Strengths

🔹 Mentorship and Creating Safe Spaces

🔹 Empathy and Vulnerability

🔹 Servant Leadership in Action

You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of how to:

1. Build trust by focusing on results, not controlling every process.
2. Support your team by allowing them to work to their strengths while helping them develop weaker areas.
3. Create a safe space for honest communication and provide necessary resources.
4. Empower and inspire your team to reach their full potential.
5. Regular check-ins can significantly enhance trust and productivity.
6. Support employees by acknowledging personal challenges and their impact on work.

Follow Julia Becker Collins - 

• Twitter: @juliabeckercollins
• LinkedIn: @Julia Becker Collins

Tune in to transform your approach from merely managing tasks to inspiring and leading with empathy and purpose.

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Have you ever gotten into a car, drove for miles, and reached your destination unsure of exactly how you go there? It was if you put the car on autopilot. 

Now, have you had days, weeks, even months of this at the job and at home, wondering at the end of each day, what you accomplished, who you impacted, and what contribution did you make?

Don't worry if you said YES... because at times we all have. The key is, that we become aware of it and ensure we shift to consciously and intentionally walking through our day with purpose and meaning. 

In this eye-opening episode of "Shedding the Corporate Bitch," we'll get into the realm of unconscious leadership and its detrimental effects on team dynamics, trust, productivity, and innovation. Drawing from both my own personal experiences and professional insights, you'll hear how the importance of self-awareness and continuous feedback in overcoming unconscious behaviors and evolving into a conscious leader is critical to your success. 

This episode is a must-listen for any professional, HR executive, or team leader striving to create an engaging and inclusive workplace culture.

Key Talking Points:

• Unconscious Leadership Explained
• Challenges Faced by Unconscious Leaders
• Impact on Business
• How to Transform into a Conscious Leader

Key Takeaways:

• Recognize and address personal blind spots and biases
• Move from task-focused to people-focused leadership 
• Getting and giving continuous feedback and self-assessment 
• Empower your teams through inclusive and engaging leadership 
• Develop intentional and conscious behavior for overall success

Resources and Call to Action:

• For additional resources on leadership development, visit balloffirecoaching.com.
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• Connect with Bernadette Boas for coaching and support in becoming a conscious and effective leader by scheduling a call HERE.

Tune in and start creating a workplace culture your team members and others want to be part of.

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What if you could take control of those anxious emotions that come up when work and life become uncertain? 

In this episode we are working to understand the world of uncertainty in leadership and life with renowned cognitive scientist and expert in emotional intelligence, Katherine Templar Lewis. 

This episode unpacks the profound impact of uncertainty on leadership and how leveraging it can lead to innovation, enhanced decision-making, and stronger team dynamics.

Guest Bio: Katherine Templar Lewis is the chief scientist at the Uncertainty Experts, founder of the All Women Neuroscience Studio and Labs King Studios, and leads the science on the groundbreaking interactive course, the Uncertainty Experiment. Her passion for unlocking human potential is rooted in her personal experiences with anxiety and imposter syndrome.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Evolving Leadership Models:
   • The necessity of shifting traditional leadership frameworks to better navigate today’s rapidly changing global landscape.
   • How leaders can facilitate open-mindedness and innovative decision-making within their teams.
2. Emotional Intelligence in Leadership:
   • The critical role of emotional awareness and regulation in decision-making processes.
   • Techniques for improving emotional intelligence, such as breath work and interoception.
3. Overcoming the Fear of Uncertainty:
   • Reframing uncertainty as an opportunity rather than something to fear.
   • The importance of identifying and overcoming safety behaviors that limit potential.
4. The "Tolerance of Uncertainty Scale":
   • Understanding and measuring individuals' emotional reactions to uncertainty.
   • Tools and exercises, such as positive affirmations and envisioning positive outcomes, to enhance tolerance of uncertainty.
5. Psychological Safety and Empathy:
   • Creating a psychologically safe environment where team members feel empowered to share ideas without judgment.
   • Enhancing empathy to improve team dynamics and leadership effectiveness.
6. Personal Reflections:
   • Katherine shares her journey of managing anxiety and imposter syndrome, offering insights into how these experiences shaped her research and approach to leadership.
   • The significance of admitting uncertainty and the power of collective problem-solving in fostering trust within a team.

Take-Aways:

• Embracing uncertainty and vulnerability is not a sign of weakness but a path to growth, innovation, and stronger leadership.
• Leaders equipped with high emotional intelligence and empathy are better positioned to navigate complex and uncertain situations.
• By acknowledging and managing uncertainty, leaders can foster a supportive and collaborative environment conducive to creativity and effective decision-making.

Connect & Subscribe:

• Follow Katherine Templar Lewis on LinkedIn and Instagram: @TheUncertaintyExperts
• Visit uncertaintyexperts.com

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If you were to describe your leadership style in 1 word, what would it be? Does that word convey executive presence?

In this encore episode, Bernadette dives deep into the depths of self-assessment to help you uncover your true leadership potential and develop a commanding executive presence.

Whether you're a seasoned executive or aspiring to climb the corporate ladder, this episode is packed with valuable insights designed to transform understanding of self into unstoppable leadership strength.

Key Challenges Discussed:

·       Understanding and identifying your blind spots

·       Maintaining composure and controlling stressors, crucial for effective leadership.

·       Overcoming indecisiveness to take swift and informed actions as a leader.

·       Embracing flexibility and continuous learning in dynamic corporate environments.

Actionable Takeaways:
1. How to conduct a thorough self-assessment to enhance self-awareness.
2. What to ask to gain feedback to understand perceptions and reality.
3. Defining and pursuing personal and professional development goals.

In order to advance in your career and in the minds of the decision makers around you, you need to be intentional about honing your executive presence.
 

Not sure how?  Schedule a discovery call and let Bernadette give you specific tips based on where you are in your career. coachmebernadette.com

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What does it truly mean to create safe spaces at work? Are you aligning your personal values with your professional life?

Melissa Bachnight joins us to unpack the layers of psychological safety and empowerment in today’s workplaces. Learn from Melissa as she shares insightful strategies for leaders to embrace their authentic selves, leading with empathy, resilience, and a genuine commitment to aligning personal and professional lives with core values.

We'll explore the idea of being a "manifesting generator" and the powerful role of intuition in pursuing multiple passions.

Challenges Discussed:

• Burnout and Lack of Self-awareness
• Suppressed Voices
• Impacts of Unsupportive Workplaces

Key Takeaways:

• Learn about the importance of addressing well-being before reaching a crisis.
• How having a coach or mentor can make a significant difference.
• Insight into creating workspaces that offer executive coaching and personal development resources.

Throughout our conversation, we touch on the significance of finding your voice, from early childhood influences to the power of environments that encourage self-expression. Melissa shares her journey with generous leaders who have championed her growth, illustrating the importance of fostering spaces where everyone is empowered to use their voice.

Join us for an episode rich with insights and stories that challenge societal norms and encourage exploration of diverse interests, paving the way for a more fulfilling professional and personal life.

Access her Life Alignment Worksheet and other free tools for personal growth on Melissa’s website: thenovaglobal.com

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What challenges do you have confronting a difficult employee, let alone a boss?

Why would you avoid confronting them?

In this powerful episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch, Bernadette Boas dives deep into confronting toxic employees and bosses, providing listeners with actionable steps and insightful perspectives on handling negativity in the workplace. Through practical advice and personal experiences, Bernadette highlights the critical importance of addressing toxic behavior head-on for the well-being of individuals and overall business success.

Challenges Discussed:

• Fear of retaliation or aggressive responses.
• Lack of conflict management training and clarity on policy and procedures.
• Apprehension about legal repercussions and impact on career trajectory.
• Managing emotions and maintaining boundaries during confrontation.

Key Talking Points:

1. Why is someone toxic?
2. Steps to Effectively Confront a Bully:
3. Your Leadership Role:
4. Collaborative Solutions and Boundaries:
5. Dealing with Uncooperative Parties:
6. Personal Experience and Growth:

Take-Aways:

• Address toxic behavior despite discomfort to protect personal well-being and business interests.
• Understanding and addressing root causes of toxic behavior can facilitate positive change.
• Leaders play a critical role in guiding and supporting their team to navigate and resolve conflicts.

Check out our previous episode: "Toxic Bosses Killed Teams and Businesses", to learn how to identify a toxic employee.

If you need support for coaching and practical tools to manage workplace toxicity, explore Ball of Fire Coaching.

Join the conversation and start addressing toxic behaviors in your workplace today. Tune in and become part of the transformation with Shedding the Corporate Bitch!   FOLLOW on your podcast streaming service or on our YOUTUBE channel.

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Are you feeling stuck and unmotivated in your corporate career, and longing for a way to take back control and reignite your passion?

In this transformative episode of "Shedding the Corporate Bitch," host Bernadette Boas dives deep with executive coach, Randi Roberts, to discuss how professionals can regain control over their careers and life decisions. Randi shares her journey from feeling unmotivated in a corporate role to thriving as an entrepreneur, highlighting the importance of strategic planning, self-awareness, and effective communication. 

This episode is packed with actionable advice for anyone looking to align their career with their personal values and take their professional life to the next level.

Key Talking Points:

• Navigating Career Dissatisfaction:
  • Steps to take control of your career rather than being driven by external factors.
  • How to identify what feels wrong or missing and address it within your current role if possible.
  • The importance of strategic planning in aligning career moves with long-term goals.
• Building Your Personal "Board of Directors":
  • The value of forming a supportive network of mentors, advisors, friends, or supervisors.
  • Selecting the right people based on the type of support or advice needed.
  • Trust and selective openness within your inner circle.
• Preparation for Critical Conversations:
  • Importance of preparing for difficult discussions, similar to a job interview.
  • Tips on outlining and practicing communication to manage emotions and achieve desired outcomes.
• Strategic Career Planning:
  • Creating a strategic career plan to evaluate opportunities and align them with long-term goals.
  • Managing emotions as part of strategic planning.
• Future-Oriented Thinking:
  • Thinking like a strategic leader now to pave the way for future opportunities.
  • Demonstrating qualities that leaders value to open doors for new roles.

Take-Aways:

• Take control of your career by determining what truly aligns with your values and long-term goals.
• Build a trusted network of advisors and be selective about who you include in your inner circle.
• Prepare thoroughly for important conversations to effectively manage emotions and outcomes.
• Maintain strategic thinking and planning to evaluate opportunities objectively and stay aligned with your career aspirations.
• Ask for help confidently and leverage the support around you to navigate career transitions or challenges.

Connect with Us:

• Podcast Host Bernadette Boas:
  • Website: http://www.balloffirecoaching.com
  • Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette
  • LinkedIn:Bernadette Boas
• Guest Randi Roberts:
  • LinkedIn:Randi Roberts
  • Randi's Website: https://www.corlinroberts.net/

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Tune into this episode to start taking meaningful control over your career and make strategic, informed decisions for your future!

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What is your experience in dealing with a toxic boss or team member? How do they leave you feeling about them, the work, and yourself?

In this eye-opening episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast, our host Bernadette Boas delves deep into the world of toxic bosses and employees and how they kill teams and businesses, providing essential insights and practical strategies to identify and manage toxic behaviors within organizations. 

Drawing from her personal experience as a former toxic boss, Bernadette shares her journey of self-reflection and transformation to shed light on the impacts and signs of toxic leadership.

Key Talking Points:

• Differentiating Leaders from Toxic Bosses
• Traits of Toxic Individuals
• How Toxic Bosses Kill Team and Businesses
• Addressing Toxic Behaviors

Major Takeaways:

1. Proactive Identification
2. Support Tools
3. Encouragement NOT Punishment for Change
4. Put Culture over Results

 Listeners are encouraged to reach out for support and utilize resources like coaching, training, and skill development with Bernadette for handling toxic work situations. Visit Ball of Fire Coaching for more resources.

 Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE and FOLLOW to the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast on your favorite platform to be notified of new episodes!   Tune in November 5th for a discussion on Confronting a Toxic Boss!

Join Us Next Time: Stay tuned for future episodes where Bernadette dives deeper into understanding and tackling specific toxic traits in the workplace to foster effective leadership and a healthier work environment.

Thank you for listening to this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast. Remember, transformation is possible, and it starts with shedding toxic behaviors to unleash the true leader within.

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Are you lifting up or stifling your employees’ unique strengths and skills?

Welcome to another powerhouse of an episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast with your host, Bernadette Boas, and guest, Michelle Hoffman, author of "The New Management Blueprint" and "Life Worth Living," to explore the profound impact of interdepartmental synergies, leadership dynamics, and “relationshipping” on organizational success. 

Michelle, a seasoned leader and relationship coach, brings her wealth of experience from various industries to share actionable insights on transforming corporate culture without incurring additional costs.

3 Challenges Addressed:

1. Overcoming Managerial Failures: Addressing the startling statistic that 60% of new managers fail within their first 24 months.

2. Dealing with Stifling Managers: Strategies for managing "eucalyptus managers" who hinder organizational growth.

3. Creating Effective Interdepartmental Synergies: Boosting productivity and achieving goals without additional costs.

Key Talking Points:

1. The New Management Blueprint: A revolutionary approach to identifying organizational "treasures" and necessary skills.

2. Understanding Employee Motivations: How tapping into what drives your team can lead to mutual success.

3. Case Study Success: Real-world examples of transforming organizational culture through intellectual engagement.

Take-Aways:

1. Empowerment Without Loss of Control: Learn how empowering others to lead can enhance your own leadership.

2. Redefining Roles for Stifling Managers: Redirecting fewer effective managers to roles that better suit their expertise.

3. The Power of Relationshipping: Building strong professional relationships to support collective goals and personal growth.

Learn how harnessing interdepartmental synergies and transformative leadership can elevate your organization to new heights! 

Listen to this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
For additional resources and coaching services, visit Ball of Fire Coaching to propel your team’s performance to new heights.

Connect with Michelle Hoffman:  

- Website: https://www.michellehoffman.com

- Check out her Books: 

·      Life Worth Living 

·      The New Management Blueprint

- LinkedIn: Michelle Hoffman

Thank you for joining us on this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast. Stay tuned, stay inspired, and remember – you are destined to be a powerhouse leader!

#Leadership #Management #OrganizationalSuccess #Relationshipping #CorporateCulture #SheddingTheCorporateBitch #MichelleHoffman #BernadetteBoas #Accountability #TeamBuilding 

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by your transition from an individual contributor to a leadership role? What are the specific challenges you face as you navigate this critical shift?

Welcome to another powerhouse of an episode of the Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast with your host, Bernadette Boas. Today, we dive deep into the tumultuous yet rewarding journey of leadership, especially for those new to the role or seasoned managers who still find themselves struggling.

Key Challenges Discussed:

• Navigating the Shift in Role from individual contributer to a people manager
• Consistent Feedback
• Calm Leadership in Uncertain Environments

3 Key Takeaways from 12 Skills and Attributes critical to leadership:

1. Meet Employees Where They Are: Understand the external factors and internal struggles that affect your team members. Empathizing with their conditions can lead to better connection and motivation.
2. Leadership Attributes: Prioritize working on three out of the twelve key leadership attributes Bernadette outlines. This focused approach can significantly enhance engagement and support within your team.
3. Empowerment over Micromanagement: Trust your team members and avoid constant oversight. Empower them with opportunities beyond their defined roles to prevent boredom and improve job satisfaction.

Connect with Bernadette: Reach out to Bernadette on LinkedIn or schedule a complimentary 30-minute discovery call for personalized advice and coaching if you or your team need guidance on leading with influence, confidence, and empowerment. www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Listen to this episode and more on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.
For additional resources and coaching services, visit Ball of Fire Coaching to propel your team’s performance to new heights.

Thank you for joining us on this episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch Podcast. Stay tuned, stay inspired, and remember – you are destined to be a powerhouse leader!

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