This is How We Lead

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Patrick Chadd, Associate Dean of eLearning at Camden County College. Patrick's fascinating journey to leadership started with nearly 20 years in the military and law enforcement, after which he took the path much less traveled to web design, instructional design, and finally to higher education. Along the way he earned an M.Ed. and Ed.D. He defines his leadership as participative leadership, maintains a guiding principle that "everyone has a voice," and holds firm belief--backed by his own research--that diversity leads to better decisions.

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Danielle Shoots, Founder and CEO of the Daily Boss Up, former CFO of Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, and former VP of Finance and Business Operations for the West Division of Comcast. Danielle's unique life experience as an exceptionally young leader and a young mom has led her to a leadership style grounded in vulnerability, transparency, and authenticity. As Danielle shares in the podcast, "Leadership is soul work," and shares her experience with doing the inner work--and asking for help along the way--to become a great leader.

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia talks with Dan Hill, emotions expert and facial coder who pioneered the use of facial coding in business. Dan shares a wealth of information regarding what is conveyed through facial expressions, and emphasizes the importance of leaders to both show their emotions and build skills at reading the emotions of others. Cynthia and Dan also talk at length about the role that emotion plays in decision making, and the imbalance between the emotional and rational brain.

To connect with Dan:

• SensoryLogic
• Dan on LinkedIn

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Tiffany Grunert, the President and CEO of Morris Animal Foundation. Tiffany's very intentional leadership style is focused on culture, teams, and empowerment. While empowerment is a term that can make some leaders shudder, Tiffany outlines the strengths of an intentional approach. As she explains, clear values, strong interdependence between teams, and the space to make mistakes can empower others in service of the mission of the organization, which drives engagement and performance. In addition to the discussion of leadership style, a good portion of the conversation focuses on organization culture, and that HOW you achieve something is as important as WHAT you do.

In this episode Cynthia talks with Nicole Trick-Steinbach, Award-Winning International Bravery Coach for women in tech. Nicole shares the framework she uses with her clients to build their bravery and prepare them to step forward in powerful ways. She also talks about the unique challenges faced by women in tech, including the "glass cliff" phenomenon. As Nicole says, "You belong in that room, and if people aren't finding a chair for you, that pull up a folding chair and take your place at the table."

To connect with Nicole:

• TrickSteinbach.com
• Nicole on LinkedIn

Referenced in this episode:

• AnitaB
• Grace Hopper Celebration by AnitaB
• Black Girls Code

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia has a conversation with fellow leadership expert and friend David Cambronne about giving and receiving feedback. In this timely episode, published to align with many companies' performance management processes, Cynthia and David discuss the importance of balancing truth with kindness when giving feedback, as well as the very real fight-flight-or-freeze reactions we have when receiving feedback, and some techniques to manage that reaction.

Referenced in this episode:

• David Rock's SCARF Model
• The Yamas and Niyamas

To connect with David:

• David Cambronne on LinkedIn

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Violette de Ayala, serial and social entrepreneur and founder of FemCity® women’s networking groups. Violette speaks about the challenges that women too frequently face in leadership and entrepreneurship: mentorship, mindset, and balance. Throughout the conversation she openly shares her own life experiences and how they have shaped her into the successful businesswoman and leader she is today.

To learn more about Violette and FemCity®:

• Violette's website
• FemCity® website
• Violette on LinkedIn

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Jolene Clark, Founder and Chief People Whisperer at Redhead Momentum. Jolene has expertise in multiple areas of talent and leadership, and is an especially passionate thought leader in the field of team performance. Jolene shares a number of nuggets of wisdom for leaders looking to build high-performing teams, including:

• The two dysfunctions that impact the ability to get a team to high performance.
• The most important acts leaders can take to enable team success.
• The two biggest myths about team leadership.

To learn more about and connect with Jolene:

• Redhead Momentum
• Jolene Clark on LinkedIn

Referenced in this episode:

• The Drexler-Sibbet Team Performance Model

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Tamra Ryan, the CEO of Women's Bean Project. The theme running through Tamra's leadership journey is one of humility. She talks about the concept of followship--enlisting people to come with you on the journey--and the leader's job of working every day to help other people shine. As she wisely states, leadership isn't a popularity contest, but IS about leaving your ego at the door. 

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

In this episode Cynthia speaks with Kim Meninger, executive coach and consultant who specializes in working with women who are dealing with imposter syndrome. Kim's expertise in and passion for this field of work is clear as she discusses: 

• How imposter syndrome is often a fear response.
• The important role leaders have in recognizing and supporting others who are struggling with imposter syndrome.
• The false belief that you have to be an expert at everything to be good at your job.

To learn more about and connect with Kim:

• Executive Career Success
• Kim Meninger on LinkedIn
• The Imposter Syndrome Files podcast

Music credit:
On My Way by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4163-on-my-way
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/