Shedding the Corporate Bitch

Communication is a key leadership skill, but it means nothing if your message doesn’t align with organizational goals.

In this episode, leadership expert and executive coach Tissa Richards helps us dive into the power of strategic communication and an outcome-focused approach in leadership. This means establishing clear goals, effectively communicating them to each level of an organization, and creating a culture that empowers teams to reach desired outcomes.

Our discussion centers on this concept of connected outcomes, and how integrating them into your leadership style drives collective success as well as individual career growth. Tissa also provides actionable advice to become a great communicator, and shares a constructive team-building exercise to improve communication and build trust with your team.

Tune in to find out how to be a purpose-driven leader that influences others!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The role of context in leadership and outcome-setting
• Communication barriers within teams
• Creating alignment and trust in an organization
• Building confidence and self-advocacy
• Individual and team benefits of connecting to outcomes
• Communication as an essential professional skill

Learn more about Tissa Richards and her book, No Permission Needed: Unlock Your Leadership Potential and Eliminate Self-Doubt! https://www.tissarichards.com/

Connect with Tissa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tissa-richards/

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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Gratitude is a quiet but powerful tool that leaders often overlook. In fact, research shows that workplace gratitude reduces stress, increases happiness, and fosters a more compassionate and collaborative work environment.

This episode of Shedding the Corporate Bitch covers all the amazing benefits of embedding gratitude into workplace culture, including its impact on employee engagement, team dynamics, job satisfaction and more. As I share what you can do to start living in gratitude and express genuine gratitude to your team, you’ll learn the difference between thankfulness and gratefulness — and why the distinction matters.

I also highlight regular feedback as an important way leaders can show gratitude while simultaneously helping team members grow professionally.

Tune in to discover how embracing gratitude can positively shift your mindset, transform you into a powerhouse leader, and elevate your team's morale and performance!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The role of gratitude in the workplace
• Feedback as an expression of gratitude
• Thankfulness versus gratefulness
• The value of finding gratitude in the workplace
• How to practice gratitude as a leader

Do you want tips and strategies for creating a culture of gratitude?  BOOK A CALL with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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All work and no play does not make for happy employees or a successful organization. This research-backed truth is the foundation for today’s episode with Tamzin Hall, a psychology-driven leadership coach and mentor. She’s thrown out the old-school playbook to redefine workplace culture, helping leaders incorporate fun into the workplace.

In this episode, Tamzin introduces the principles of business psychology and the impact happiness has on productivity. We explore the benefits of bringing play into the workplace, discussing everything from increasing engagement through fun activities to fostering a culture of creativity and authenticity.

Tamzin has tons of great advice for building a fun and productive culture, including ideas for creative team-building activities and tips to conduct effective one-on-one meetings. She also shares strategies to turn the office into a space where joy and work coexist, boosting both morale and output.

Join us in this enlightening conversation to learn how to transform your organization’s culture using Tamzin Hall’s insights!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The impact of happiness on productivity
• Business psychology and fostering a positive work culture
• How to build a productive team
• Strategies to integrate play into the workplace
• Engaging with teams and individuals remotely

Download a FREE copy of Tamzin’s “The Performance Playground: A 1:1 Checklist for Fun and Success” here: https://tiny.cc/happyworkchecklist

Learn more about Tamzin Hall and her coaching services at https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/!

Connect with Tamzin Hall on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tamzin_hall_coaching/

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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You may understand the importance of branding for an organization, but do you know the value of having a personal brand? 

Whether you realize it or not, those around you will form their own opinions of who you are and what you offer if you don’t proactively shape your personal brand. 

Join me today as I dive into the power of personal branding and its role in leadership and professional growth.

I start off this episode by defining what it means to have a personal brand and the impact it can have on your career, both positive and negative. I also share real-life examples of personal brands, including my own branding journey to establish Ball of Fire Coaching.

This episode is loaded with practical advice to refine your personal brand so it aligns with your professional goals. From assessing your unique strengths or crafting a compelling personal narrative, I cover steps you can take to define and embody your personal brand at work and home.

Tune in to learn how you can take charge of your personal brand and career!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Defining “personal brand” and why it’s important
• How personal branding can advance your career
• Examples of effective personal brands
• Steps to define your personal brand
• Why leaders need to establish a personal brand

Have questions about defining and living your personal brand? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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Are you feeling the heat of leadership, either struggling to advance your career or feeling confident in your current role? In this episode, I’m joined by Shruti Rustagi to discuss key strategies to elevate your professional game and more effectively approach leadership.

Shruti starts by emphasizing three core areas to focus on: mindset, building a circle of influence, and viewing your career at a macro level to identify strengths and gaps. She does a deep dive into each, highlighting the importance of self-assessment, mentorship and mentoring, and cultivating confidence within oneself.

There’s a ton of actionable advice in this episode, including three mindset changes women can make to up their professional game, tips to overcome imposter syndrome, and how to set healthy boundaries that will reduce burnout in your role.

By changing how you approach your work, you can increase your growth potential and take charge of your career. Tune in to learn more!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Mindset changes for professional growth
• Boundary setting in the workplace
• Strategies to level up in your career
• Building and utilizing a network of support
• The importance of mentorship and mentoring
• Taking a macro view to assess skills and gaps
• Overcoming imposter syndrome and lack of confidence
• What having a coach says about you

Learn more about how an executive coach like Shruti Rustagi can help you! https://www.shrutirustagi.com

Connect with Shruti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrutirustagi/

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with Bernadette and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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Gone are the days of authoritarian leadership meant to command and rigidly drive results. 

Nowadays, job seekers want to work for organizations that nurture relationships and empower their employees. And just as work culture has evolved, so have the rules of what makes an effective leader.

In this episode, learn what true leadership entails as I present the 12 attributes of a powerhouse leader. 

I dive into each attribute in detail, covering topics like the role of leaders in managing and inspiring a team, the importance of feedback and supporting team members, and more.

I also revisit how to navigate leadership in a VUCA world and guide your team through challenges.

Tune in to discover how you can transform your leadership style to thrive in today's dynamic world!

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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How comfortable are you with being uncomfortable? 

This is one question Shauna Vassell of Koncave Coaching & Consulting asks her clients when they’re struggling to thrive in times of change.

Shauna is joining me in this episode to discuss her work building resilience in leaders by helping them embrace discomfort and identify areas for growth. She defines the true meaning of resilience in the workplace and shares insights on the importance of self-awareness, self-care, confidence and personal development in leadership.

During our conversation, we also explore strategies to nurture resilience and work through stressors, address resistance from team members, and create a team environment that models resilience and drives results.

Tune in to learn how you can better navigate change to become a resilient, powerhouse leader!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Resilience and its role in leadership
• Self-awareness and willingness as an agent for change
• Building resilience and confidence
• Professional development and defining your role
• How to motivate your team
• Preparing your team for change

Connect with Shauna Vassell:

https://koncave.ca/

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

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

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Change is the only constant in life, so change is also inevitable in business. Especially in today’s world of new technologies and global crises, leaders must be able to adapt and manage the effects of this often chaotic and overwhelming change.

In this episode, I go over VUCA theory and its four components: volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, as well as the impact of living in a VUCA world. You’ll learn why it’s important to embrace change as a leader, how to support your team during change and build their resilience, and how VUCA leadership can improve an organization's decision-making, risk management, creativity and more.

I also give tips on how to be an effective VUCA leader, and what you can do as a leader to stay ahead of the curve and find opportunity in change.

Tune in to find out how the principles of VUCA leadership can help you become a better leader in our ever-changing world!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The concept of VUCA theory
• What it means to live in a VUCA world and its impact
• The benefits of VUCA leadership
• Adapting to change as a leader and organization
• How to find opportunity in a VUCA world
• Tips to become a VUCA leader

Have questions about leading in a VUCA world? Book a call with Bernadette! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

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Within every person is the ability to lead. Even if someone is naturally conflict-averse or lacks accountability, they have the potential to develop their skills and be a powerhouse leader — all they need is the confidence to embrace their power and find their own approach to leadership.

Dan Kopp of Leading Like A Buffalo is an expert in this area, so he’s joining me on the show to share his leadership tenets that can help anyone become a better leader. 

These tenets are a wonderful guide for leaders to discover and build upon their strengths that align with effective leadership. 

Dan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership,” dives deeper into all nine tenets, but today you’ll learn what it means to “lead like a buffalo” and “lead like King Arthur.”

In this episode, we also discuss the power of diversity, how to cultivate a culture that people want to work in, and the importance of taking care of your people. Plus, find out what small steps you can take to create an inclusive environment and

Tune in to learn how you can forge your own path and lead with confidence!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• What it means to “lead like a buffalo”
• A leader’s responsibility to address issues
• Dan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership”
• Diversity and the King Arthur tenet
• How he helps leaders and organizations prioritize diversity
• David’s tenet to take care of your people
• What holds people back from being a good leader
• How to start improving your leadership skills today

Learn more about Dan Kopp’s work with Leading Like A Buffalo! https://leadingbuffalo.com/

Follow Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dankoppleadership/

Grab Dan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership,” here: https://www.tiny.cc/thepowerofmeleadership

Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

Connect with Bernadette:

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Would you like to transform into a powerhouse delegator?

Whether you’re a leader in a large or midsize organization, delegation is a crucial skill that increases productivity and empowers employees. 

However, many leaders struggle with delegating and the impact is damaging to their team, the business and themselves. 

That’s why this episode is all about delegation, specifically how YOU as a leader can become a powerhouse delegator.

It’s important to first understand the value of delegation and why it’s a common issue for leaders. 

There are many challenges leaders face when it comes to delegation, such as the need to control, lacking trust, and feeling guilt about delegating. 

Sharing what I’ve learned in my work as an executive coach, I dive deeper into all six reasons in this episode.

I also cover the effect on teams when their leaders either don’t delegate or delegate menial tasks to employees capable of handling more, as well as what employees and leaders can do to overcome these challenges.

Tune in to get my tips for becoming an effective, powerhouse delegator!

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Why delegation is a challenge for many leaders
• The impact on employees when leaders don’t delegate
• Tips to overcome challenges and become a powerhouse delegator
• How leaders can support their team during the delegation process
• Assessing the progress of leaders and employees

BOOK A CALL with me for specific tips and strategies for you and your team! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com

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