Navigating a career path, we often encounter challenging environments, and at times, toxic workplaces. Wendi Brown, Founder and CEO,  iSupportYou LLC, and a recently retired Lieutenant Colonel, shares her insights on how to thrive in these adverse conditions. In her transition from military to corporate life, Wendi shares her journey, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, leadership, and resilience. Her new book, "Leadership Confidence vs Confidence: Do you know the difference?  10 Proven strategies on how to EXCEL and THRIVE in a toxic workplace," provides practical strategies for excelling even in challenging situations.

Find out the details in this conversation with host Natalie Benamou and Wendi Brown as they walk us through steps you can take to go from feeling vulnerable to discovering your inner warrior.

3 Leadership Takeaways

1. Importance of Soft Skills: Wendi underscores the importance of connections, especially in building positive work relationships. She advises having friends at every rank and being authentically personable. 

2. Personal Hall of Fame: Wendi introduces a powerful concept - a personal Hall of Fame, where one visually sees their success every day. This activity helps maintain self-esteem and reminds individuals of their greatness.

3. Authenticity and Preparedness: Sharing a personal experience, Wendi stresses the need to be prepared, authentic, and unique at all times. Even in informal gatherings, opportunities might present themselves unexpectedly.

"When you have leadership confidence, you actually do your best in toxic situations, in competitive situations, in situations where the circumstances are unknown and you're dependent on to be successful." - Wendi Brown

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About Wendi Brown

Faced with adversity early in her military career, Wendi’s life changed when a mentor said she was a lamb in a lion’s world. She needed to defend herself or else get destroyed. Wendi strategized being successful in cut-throat, toxic, and competitive situations. She discovered 10 crucial strategies for incredible success.

Wendi became a senior officer in the U.S. Army Reserve who routinely executed duties in the role of a Chief Strategist. Wendi advised at the highest levels of leadership in U.S. and global governments, including NATO.  As a successful Chief Strategist, she has proven leadership experience in risk management, crisis management, and strategic and operations planning.

She is committed to empowering capable and driven individuals with the essential tools needed to thrive in demanding and competitive fields.

Thank you Wendi for being a featured guest on our podcast, and a valued member and speaker for HerCsuite®! Shoutout to our speaker bureau Innovation Women and Speaker Friend Fridays where we met!

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Resources

Website:  www.warriorwendi.com

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Connect with Host Natalie Benamou, Founder HerCsuite®

Natalie is the host of "Women Leaders on the Move'', a top 25 Women's Leadership podcast by Feedspot. She is also the Founder of HerCsuite®, a powerful women's network with membership programs that advance women in the second half of their career. Natalie is also the President of HER HEALTHX, a nonprofit focused on improving health outcomes for women.

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