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  • “Integrating The Femasculine Leadership Model In the Workplace” with Signy Wilson

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    This week on The UpLevel Podcast, learn the ‘Femasculine’ approach that teaches how to balance masculine and feminine energy within all genders. This integrated leadership model arms leaders with the insight needed to change the way they move forward and create the businesses (and lives) they want. Our guest is Signy Wilson, a pioneer in the coaching field and one of Canada's premiere leadership coaches. With her 20 years of experience as a Leadership and Executive Coach, she breaks down the behaviors and mindsets that define toxic, distorted, and integrated masculine and feminine—and their ​impact​ ​and​ ​influence​ in the workplace. She also shares the crucial distinction between executive and leadership coaching.

    This episode is for anyone seeking wisdom and insights into creating an inclusive company culture where no one feels left behind, and creativity grows across organizations in the workplace. 

    In This Episode:

    • Signyficant Living: Explore Signy's concept of leading a life filled with meaning, purpose, and passion beyond society's traditional success measures.
    • Transformative Journey: Hear reflections on Signy's transformative journey, the impact of slowing down, and the importance of being heart-centered.
    • Internalized Capitalism and Decolonization: Gain insights into moving away from external validation toward inner truth.
    • Femasculine Model: Discover how to balance feminine energy like collaboration and community with masculine traits like action and focus for harmonious leadership.
    • Four Coaching Skills: Learn the coaching skills that foster workplace engagement and align masculine and feminine qualities.
    • Mindset Shifts: Understand how mindset shifts can enhance employee engagement and foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, allowing individuals to bring their whole selves to work.

    About Signy:
    As a pioneer in the coaching field, she has been on the Faculty of the Coaches Training Institute since 2005 and has been awarded the exclusive Master Certified Coach (MCC) designation by the International Coach Federation (ICF). In her 20 years as a Leadership and Executive Coach, helping managers to CEOs from small start-ups to Fortune 50 companies, she especially loves working with women in leadership who gave up part of themselves to be successful in the corporate space, and long to return to wholeness. 

    Signy received a Master of Human Resources in Leadership Development, and a Bachelor of Commerce Degree, from Queen’s University in Kingston, Canada, and is certified in more personality assessment tools than any one person should be. 

    Creator of the Signyficant Living program and the Femasculine Model, Signy believes that through completely honoring our whole self we live our fullest, most Signyficant lives.

    Website: https://signywilson.com
    Femasculine Website: https://signywilson.com/femasculine/

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    1 hr 6 min
  • “How To Embrace A Big Life Through Coaching In The Workplace” with Kendra Reddy

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    This week on The UpLevel Podcast, we have an empowering conversation with our guest Kendra Reddy, a dynamic leader and a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach who shares her philosophy on living a 'big life'—embracing both the highs and lows that come our way. She reflects on how pivotal moments shaped her understanding of value beyond job titles, leading to an inspiring career in coaching. She opens up about her journey from executive recruiting to human capital consulting, where she discovered the transformative power of coaching in the workplace.

    Join us as we explore what it takes to live and to lead expansively while navigating through personal challenges and professional expectations.

    In This Episode:

    • Learn how living a big life means accepting all aspects of experience, including challenges.
    • Discover why coaching is an engaged process that supports someone's greatness rather than following a strict model or set of questions that affect professional development and personal growth.
    • Hear Kendra’s story about how she earned her 11 certifications and discuss how she overcame her imposter syndrome.
    • Kendra emphasizes that a good coach helps clients embrace their potential beyond job titles or roles. It lies in being fully present, lending strength, and encouraging clients toward their greatness.
    • Learn the importance of aligning coaching practices with organizational culture for lasting impact. 
    • Understand why organizations need to shift away from rigid metrics towards recognizing incremental progress in coaching outcomes. 


    About Kendra:
    A Master Coach (CPCC, CNTC) and Storyteller, Kendra believes that leading with excellence begins with personal mastery. The more energy you invest in discovering, integrating, and liberating the most authentic, daring, and conscious version of you – the more your capacity to live a Big Life grows. Drawing from positive psychology, coaching, neuroscience, somatics, modern spirituality, nature, the multidisciplinary science of sustainable high performance, and her journey of recovering from cPTSD, Kendra engages people in thought-provoking conversations that empower and help them dramatically expand and improve their leadership capacity, clarity, and confidence.

    Since 2008, Kendra has successfully launched and grown her company, Blueprint Strategies Inc., authored the Executive Career column for the Financial Post online, appeared on popular television, coached thousands of executives, entrepreneurs, and artists. Kendra is a designated Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Certified Neuroscience Transformational Coach (CNTC) with over 2,500 applied hours. She’s earned certifications in Solutions-Focused Brief Coaching, Somatics and Embodied Transformation, Social Psychology, Equine Assisted Leadership Facilitation, and Breathwork Facilitation. She’s also studied Organizational Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC), Tantric science, and has a disciplined spiritual leadership practice.

    Website: https://www.kendrareddy.com/
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendrareddy/

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    1 hr 7 min
  • “The R.O.I. Of Creative Leadership Through Transformational Coaching In The Workplace” with Marjoleine Byrne

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    This week on The UpLevel Podcast, hear our special guest, Marjoleine Byrne, as she shares her journey from being a lawyer and mother to discovering her passion for coaching after moving to California from Europe. She recalls the life-changing moment when she was asked, "What do you want?"—a question that sparked deep introspection and led her down the path of coaching. Marjoleine is one of the first coaches to integrate Co-Active with adult-stage development and agile transformation. Her innovative approach has empowered senior leaders worldwide to embrace Creative Leadership, catalyzing deep organizational change.

    This episode serves as both inspiration and a practical guidebook on how effective coaching can significantly improve workplace dynamics, leader effectiveness, and employee engagement levels and ultimately contribute positively toward achieving organizational goals amidst ever-changing environments. Tune in now!

    In This Episode:

    • Marjoleine's journey from law to coaching–driven by personal growth and seeking purpose beyond life's roles and responsibilities.
    • Explore Marjoleine's pioneering work in integrating Co-Active Coaching with adult-stage development and agile transformation, revolutionizing how organizations approach personal and professional growth.
    • Get insights into how investing in employee coaching skills can foster better relationships among team members and enhance overall organizational effectiveness.
    • Discover strategies for tailoring content to meet specific client needs while staying true to the larger context of their journey.
    • Impactful discussions on essential leadership competencies, from authenticity and creativity over-reactivity to relationship building through listening and inquiry, and self-awareness around limiting beliefs and assumptions
    • Uncover the power of collaboration and creating value through generosity and partnership, exceeding competition for long-term client success.
    • Learn Marjoleine's favorite coaching technique, which is perfect for establishing clear expectations and effective collaboration with clients.
    • Hear the importance of aligning coach training with business outcomes and the incredible benefits it brings.

    About Marjoleine:
    Marjoleine Byrne, CPCC, M.A., PCC is passionate about supporting leaders, teams, and organizations to thrive in complexity and evolve their leadership mindset. Her work helps people grow personally and professionally by connecting more deeply, living more fully, and transforming the relationships that matter most in their lives. One of the first coaches to integrate Co-Active with adult-stage development and agile transformation, Marjoleine has trained many senior leaders to use Co-Active to accelerate the move to Creative Leadership. Her collaboration with The Leadership Circle has taken the unique combination of Co-Active and TLC to leaders and teams worldwide. In 2021, her partnership with two teams of a biotech company resulted in a unique ICF Prism Honorable Mention for the COVID-19 pandemic response. Marjoleine has lived and worked in the U.S. and Europe, bringing deep cultural awareness to all her work. She currently resides in the Netherlands with her husband and three teenage children.

    Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/marjoleinebyrne

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    46 min
  • "Cultural Integration And Transformative Leadership Coaching In The Workplace” with John Tse Tow

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    This week on The UpLevel Podcast, we welcome John Tse Tow, a well-versed coaching practitioner with over 20 years of experience. John shares his evolving definition of coaching, emphasizing its transformative power and ability to unearth hidden aspects within individuals. He recounts his career journey, from facilitating youth programs at age 18 to leading training sessions across China for HSBC and JPMorgan. He reflects on how he witnessed the shift from traditional training methods towards embracing coaching modalities for personal and professional development.

    Listen in to gain insights into blending cultural elements into modern corporate training techniques while appreciating the unique challenges faced by the Eastern region market when it comes to embracing new paradigms in organizational development through personal growth frameworks such as Co-Active coaching combined with analytical tools like Leadership Circle. Tune in now!

    In This Episode:

    • Discover how John transitioned from facilitating youth programs to pioneering coaching initiatives at major financial institutions like HSBC and JPMorgan.
    • Explore John's perspective on coaching as a method to uncover hidden aspects within individuals that they may not be aware of, thus helping them discover new facets of their potential.
    • Gain insights into how organizations have shifted from traditional training models toward embracing coaching for leadership development, especially noting differences in adoption rates across Asia.
    • Learn about the challenges and rewards of introducing Western-developed methodologies such as Co-Active Coaching to diverse Asian cultures.
    • Understand how John leverages his multilingual abilities to create deeper connections during his sessions by integrating cultural nuances.
    • Hear about innovative ways to engage leaders through playfulness, embodiment practices, and creativity exercises that tap into different cognitive processes.

    About John:
    John Tse Tow (pronounced see-toe), PCC, CPCC, ORSCC, is an accomplished and highly qualified coach and facilitator with 20+ years of experience in various industries. Being a faculty member of the Co-Active Training Institute as well as a brand ambassador and faculty of the Leadership Circle, John plays a crucial role in training and mentoring new coaches. 

    Originally from Brunei, John has lived in Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Brisbane. His multicultural upbringing and fluency in 8 languages have enabled John to deliver and coach in numerous countries and across cultures. He has also led successful leadership culture transformation programs for multinational companies. 

     With his expertise in corporate culture programs, John has been recognized for his exceptional work in designing and delivering training programs. His leadership style focuses on facilitating transformation and challenging teams to explore their intelligence and creativity.

    Website: https://www.johntt.coach/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johntt-coach/

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    52 min
  • “How To Cultivate The Superpower Of Coaching In The Workplace” with Christy King

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    This week on the UpLevel Podcast, Christy King, shares her journey and insights on building a coaching culture within an organization. Aside from being the Head of National Leadership Development of BDO USA, Christy is a certified Co-Active coach. She highlights how she discovered coaching, which she considers a 'superpower', and advocates for its integration in the workplace. She believes coaching can truly enhance leadership and improve the personal well-being of employees, which drives team productivity and results in achieving company goals and success.

    For anyone looking to cultivate effective developmental strategies within their organization, tune into this insightful conversation that explores how embracing these practices can lead to significant individual and corporate growth.

    In This Episode:

    • Christy defines coaching as a "superpower" that helps others help themselves through curiosity, genuine listening, and powerful questioning.
    • The distinction between advising and coaching in professional roles.
    • Her personal story about discovering positive leadership and meeting Steve Gladis led to embracing a coaching approach within BDO.
    • How experiencing effective coaching firsthand influenced Christy’s mission to establish a culture of coaching at work.
    • The impact of receiving personal executive coaching on her own development as a leader and mother.
    • Challenges faced while integrating coach training into corporate structure amidst priorities like workload pressures and measuring the ROI.
    • Strategies for implementing a culture of coaching include starting with foundational skills like questioning and listening.
    • Advice for other organizations looking to foster their own cultures around strengths-based leadership: start small but stay persistent in sharing your vision; integrate external coaches along with developing internal leaders’ capabilities; be flexible in customizing programs according to company culture without losing core methodologies or values alignment.
    • Christy also emphasizes how important it is for vendors partnering with companies like BDO to understand unique organizational cultures. 

    About Christy:
    Christy King founded and leads the National Leadership Development function for BDO USA, one of the largest Accounting and Consulting firms in the country. She has 20+ years of experience in people development and is known for her passion for developing leaders and empowering them with the insights and self-awareness to help them “show up” as their authentic selves. Fixed on the goal to build a coaching culture at BDO and a firm believer that coaching is one of the most impactful development tools we can offer leaders, Christy has partnered over the years with her team and strategic leaders throughout the firm to build a robust and progressive leadership development approach and resources that weave coaching concepts and resources throughout. Christy herself is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC), working toward ICF professional coach certification. 

    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/christylking

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    43 min
  • "Wisdom From Our Elders Part III: Insights from Seasoned Coaches”

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    In celebration of the 2024 International Coaching Week, we bring together a panel of esteemed coaches to share their experiences and discuss what it means to be an elder in this profession in our third season of Wisdom From Our Elders. Our guests include Judith Cohen, Sookgi Han, Sam House, Sharna Fey, and Dori-Ben Chanoch, each offering unique perspectives on the evolution of coaching and its profound impact.

    This conversation is rich with anecdotes highlighting each coach's practices and practical tools that help them show up as their more effective selves. Please join us as we unwrap their timeless wisdom and learn how to apply it to our lives.

    Whether you’re just beginning your coaching journey or are seeking inspiration after years in practice, tune into this episode filled with heartfelt stories and hard-won lessons sure to resonate deeply with everyone!

    In this Episode:

    • Get acquainted with our panelists, who collectively have over a century's worth of coaching experience.
    • Discover insights from Judith Cohen, the longest-serving certification examiner in coaching history.
    • Learn about how Sookgi Han has championed Co-Active Coaching in South Korea and her pride in leading quality workshops.
    • Explore Sam’s journey through coactive coaching across various cultures, including China, Japan, Korea, the Middle East, Europe, Spain, and North America.
    • Hear about Sharna's impact on bringing coactive coaching skills into corporations while being an active member of the queer community.
    • Uncover Dori’s role in spreading coactive training outside North America into Europe and the Middle East – challenging misconceptions about its application within organizations.
    • Get insights on personal practices that enable each coach to deliver their best work, such as mindfulness, reading, writing memos, walking, and engaging hobbies.
    • Discover the definition of an 'elder' within the context of professional coaching and the joy and responsibility that comes with being identified as one.

    Panel:

    Judith Cohen, MCC, CPCC, MSW

    Website: https://coachjudithcohen.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjudithcohen/

    Sookgi Han, MCC
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sookgi-han-14910823/

    Sam House, MCC, CPCC
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-house-62154b3/

    Sharna Fey, PCC, CPCC
    Website: https://www.sharnafey.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharnafey/

    Dori Ben-Chanoch, PCC, CPCC, ICF
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dori-ben-chanoch-660468/

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    1 hr 8 min
  • “Ramping Up for the Upcoming International Coaching Week 2024” with Christie Mann and Rachel Baldi

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    This week on The UpLevel Podcast, we’ve recorded a special episode to celebrate the upcoming International Coaching Week 2024 by discussing why at UpLevel we take the time to celebrate, and in this case - celebrate our profession and why honoring our Elders is so important to us.

    As a tradition, we continue to bring together a panel of seasoned coaches to be our guests and share their nuggets of wisdom, unique lived experiences, and valuable insights, highlighting the profound impact of coaching on their lives and the countless individuals they helped who have been transformed and empowered by coaching.

    Whether you're a coach, a coach in training, or an individual inside an organization looking for inspiration, we encourage you to tune into previous years’ discussions while eagerly awaiting the new episode of “Wisdom From Our Elders: Part III” to be released on May 15th, 2024; offering timeless wisdom applicable across various stages of life's journey.

    In this Episode:

    • A brief overview of International Coaching Week and its significance to coaches worldwide.
    • The importance of acknowledging and honoring mentors who paved the way for current coaching practices.
    • The evolution of the coaching profession and how far it has come since its inception.
    • Personal transformation on how coaching has transformed lives, enhanced relationships, and provided tools for healing and growth.
    • The importance of why celebrating milestones is as crucial as achieving them and understanding the need to savor accomplishments rather than rushing onto the next goal
    • Insights on why elders' wisdom is considered guidance and vital in navigating today’s challenges within both professional spheres and personal lives.


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    19 min
  • “Recognizing the Intangible ROI of Coaching in the Workplace” Dr. Henryk Krajewski

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    This week on the UpLevel Podcast, hear our special guest, Dr. Henryk Krajewski, as we delve into the tangible and intangible benefits of coaching in the workplace. He is a seasoned management consultant who has worked with public and private organizations across North America and beyond, serving both high-growth founders and large-scale enterprise CEOs. With his extensive experience in enhancing managerial performance and collaboration within organizations, Dr. Henryk shares valuable insights on how small changes can lead to significant impacts. He emphasizes the importance of genuine curiosity, humor, empathy, direct communication, and mutual accountability in successful coaching relationships.

    So, if you’re looking to uplevel your leadership practices or insights on leadership development through coaching, this episode is for you! Tune in now!

    In this Episode:

    • Hear the challenge of measuring ROI for coaching due to its intangible nature.
    • Discover how simple "say and do's" can have a profound impact on organizational climate and performance.
    • Listen to Dr. Henryk as he describes the distinction between coaching as facilitating thought partnership versus advisory roles that may involve advice or shared experiences.
    • Dr. Henryk traces his path back to discovering industrial/organizational psychology during his university days.
    • Get insights about the evolution of workplace coaching from remedial measures to a proactive strategy for unlocking potential ahead of major changes or acquisitions.
    • Dr. Henryk advocates injecting humor and authenticity into conversations while maintaining accountability. He also emphasizes the use of trinkets or notes as reminders for leaders to engage more effectively during interactions. And encourage the use of emotional words to humanize their approach and build stronger connections with teams.
    • Learn effective feedback mechanisms for leaders and teams, including peer groups for shared experiences and structured accountability processes.

    About Henryk:
    Dr. Henryk Krajewski has a 19-year track record of helping CEOs and executive teams generate unique solutions to their toughest challenges. Henryk specializes in working with teams to improve trust and the speed and quality of their outputs. Certified by INSEAD’s Blue Ocean Strategy Institute, Henryk also helps teams build competitive strategies that unlock new value. Representative CEOs and executive team clients include BMO, Eli Lilly, PCL, Aecon, Cornerstone, Deloitte, Crosslinx, and PSPC / Centre Block. Henryk works extensively in Private Equity due diligence and post-acquisition team-based work to enhance management performance.

    Prior to joining Kilberry, Henryk was the owner of two independent CEO advisory firms and previously held the role of Practice Lead for Talent Solutions at Right Management.

    Dr. Krajewski publishes extensively in Forbes and has previously written for Profit Magazine, the Financial Post, the Globe and Mail, National Post, HR Reporter, and HR.com. 

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henryk-krajewski-ph-d-65b6312/

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    51 min
  • “From Feedback to Empowerment Through Coaching in the Workplace” with Holli Ilderton

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    This week on the UpLevel Podcast, we're joined by Holli Ilderton, a seasoned leader at global retailer Lululemon. With over ten years of experience in leadership, Holli shares her journey from management to embodying coaching principles and how tapping into individual values and resilience has transformed her personal experiences and significantly impacted organizational dynamics.

    For anyone looking to enhance their approach to leadership through integrating coaching or those already practicing and seeking affirmation, this insightful conversation underscores why such endeavors are worthwhile pursuits. Tune in now!

    In this Episode:

    • Holli’s introduction as a seasoned manager and trainer who has spent over a decade at Lululemon.
    • Get insights on how Lululemon integrates coaching into everyday management practices as a core value.
    • Holli describes how receiving internal coaching helped her navigate personal challenges while maintaining professional responsibilities.
    • Insights into how developing leaders through coaching can lead to profound changes within an organization.
    • Get a glimpse of Holli’s day-to-day management of a large retail operation and how she incorporates coaching techniques with both staff and customers.
    • The transformative power of deep listening, metaphors, bottom-lining techniques, and third-level listening skills in effective management.
    • Listen to an anecdote about using curiosity and deep listening skills to help an employee uncover root issues affecting her performance, leading to significant personal growth and career advancement for the individual involved.
    • Hear Holli compare her managerial approaches before coaching and after coaching, highlighting the increased directness, empowerment, accountability, strategic development planning, and ultimately improved outcomes for team members' growth paths.
    • Uncover the distinctions between providing feedback vs engaging in a coaching conversation.

    About Holli:
    Holli is a Co-Active trained coach who has worked for global retailer Lululemon as a manager and internal leadership development coach for over a decade.

    Her work centers around the idea that when we as individuals can tap into our own values, our own uniqueness, and our resilience, we not only elevate how we experience our own lives, but we also impact how organizations and ultimately how global systems operate.

    Website: https://www.holliilderton.com/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holliildertoncoaching/
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    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/holli-ilderton/

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    50 min
  • “How a Big Tech Company is Revolutionizing Organizational Development Through Coaching in the Workplace” with Vimal Shyamji

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    This week on the UpLevel Podcast, we explore the transformative power of coaching in professional settings with our special guest, Vimal Shyamji,  a seasoned leadership coach and senior manager at a large tech company. With over 200 individuals under his guidance and an impressive background that spans tech, finance, and manufacturing recruitment, Vimal brings a wealth of experience to our discussion on the ROI when incorporating coaching into workplace dynamics. Vimal also emphasized how coaching changed his life and shaped his career and approach to organizational management.

    Don't miss this insightful conversation filled with actionable takeaways for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of effective leadership through the lens of professional coaching.

    In this Episode:

    • Listen to how Vimal's unexpected journey from aspiring high school math teacher to business administration graduate set him up for success in the corporate world.
    • Hear Vimal’s initial dismissiveness of coaching and learn how he got into the world of coaching and how it revolutionized his perspective and practices as a leader.
    • Discover how Vimal’s theological principles align with core coaching beliefs about human potential and creativity while overcoming insecurities linked to mathematical prowess.
    • Be enlightened by Vimal’s personal growth and how he embraced uncertainty and emotional richness rather than suppressing them. A shift from problem-solving focus to empowering others' capabilities.
    • Hear Vimal's insights into leading during uncertain times such as the pandemic by establishing foundational values that resonate within teams.
    • Vimal shares a tool such as breathwork for navigating stressful situations in the workplace and personal upheaval.
    • Hear Vimal’s perspective on how challenging leaders move beyond temporary fixes towards long-term fulfillment by tapping into their true selves instead of meeting external standards.
    • Vimal encourages curiosity about different perspectives to foster inclusion and belonging within diverse work environments.

    About Vimal:
    Vimal Shyamji is a leadership coach and a Senior Manager of Global Recruiting for a large tech company.  He currently leads a matrix org of 200-plus individuals supporting the hyper-growth of this organization's cloud business. Prior to that, he led global recruiting for a different department within the organization, including the integration of a 2000-person acquisition in Taiwan. Before moving to the Bay Area seven years ago, he worked for recruitment firms moving from Tennessee to Boston to Los Angeles, building teams in tech, finance, and manufacturing.  He initially attended Lee University with a plan to teach high school math before pivoting to obtain a degree in business administration with a minor in theology. Vimal completed his coach training with the Co-Active Training Institute. Equipped with a diverse skill set encompassing relationship-building, trust-building, consistency, iOS development, JavaScript, and of course coaching, Vimal offers invaluable expertise to the industry.

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

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    42 min

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