Struggling with workplace miscommunication? In this episode, Kimberly J. Benoit sits down with Elizabeth Bachman to break down why communication gaps happen and practical ways to bridge the divide.

* The roots of communication breakdowns, including gender stereotypes and different thinking styles
* The difference between single-focused (task-oriented) and multi-focused (relational) communication
* How workplace culture and technology are shifting communication patterns
* Actionable strategies to communicate more effectively with different styles
* The power of concise storytelling and strategic messaging in getting your point across

Make sure to connect with Elizabeth Bachman on LinkedIn or her website!

A little more about Elizabeth:

Elizabeth Bachman is THE go-to person for advanced level training in Speaking, Presentation Skills, Sales and Leadership.  With a lifetime spent perfecting the art of presenting, she helps high-level clients master a message that brings * the Funding they need, * the Allies they want & * the Recognition they deserve. A sought-after speaker and strategist in Silicon Valley, nationally and internationally, Elizabeth works with leaders and influencers who need to become concise and compelling presenters. She helps them present as smart, down-to-earth, loose, friendly—even funny—and still be taken seriously. 

Elizabeth is the host of the international podcast: Speakers Who Get Results, where she interviews experts on presentation skills, leadership, visibility, and cross-cultural communication. Having spent over 30 years directing such luminaries as Luciano Pavarotti & Placido Domingo in more than 50 operas around the world, Elizabeth brings a wealth of tools to help business professionals become respected presenters. Fluent in 5 languages, she brings her global experience to her clients. 

#CommunicationStyles #WorkplaceCommunication #SingleFocused #MultiFocused #GenderDifferences #CorporateCulture #Creativity #Storytelling #StrategicCommunication #Leadership #ProjectManagement #RelationalThinkers #TaskOriented #WorkplaceDiversity #PresentationSkills #BulletPoints #TeamDynamics #BusinessCommunication #Stress #EffectiveMeetings #CareerAdvancement

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Struggling with the people side of leadership? In this episode, Kimberly Benoit shares practical strategies for turning leadership knowledge into real-world skills that stick.

• Why it’s so hard to apply leadership training when the pressure is on
• The science behind building “muscle memory” for better leadership habits
• How to intentionally practice new leadership skills—and why repetition matters
• A real-life example of navigating a difficult conversation at work
• A simple challenge to choose, practice, and reflect on one skill to improve your leadership this week

Tune in for actionable advice to help you lead with more confidence, clarity, and impact.

#leadership #difficultconversations #workplacedrama #musclememory #neuralpathways #boundarysetting #activelistening #leadershippractice #teambuilding #leadershipskills #leadershiphabits #roleplay #leadershipcoaching #feedback #reflection #mindfulness #personalgrowth #progressoverperfection #leadershipdevelopment #KimberlyBenoit

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Feeling burnt out or stuck as a leader? In this episode, Kimberly J. Benoit shares practical insights on "practicing the pause" and how taking breaks can shift your mindset and leadership effectiveness.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

• Why taking intentional breaks helps you lead better and recover from burnout
• The concept of "practicing the pause" for managing conflict and stress
• Personal lessons from Kimberly’s own pause and how it sparked new ideas
• Encouragement and actionable tips for embracing pauses to make better decisions

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#leadership #practicethepause #mindfulness #burnout #workplacedrama #leadershipstrategies #mentalhealth #selfcare #teambuilding #conflictresolution #stressmanagement #solopreneur #personalgrowth #toughconversations #confidence #impostersyndrome #corporateworld #wellness #lifebalance #productivity #podcast #KimberlyJBenoit

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In this latest BEST OF We've All Done It episode, Kimberly talks with Heather Kay, consultant & coach, to break down all things feedback. We tackle how to Ditch the Feedback Sandwich and truly Master the Art of Difficult Feedback.

Topics include:

• Why providing is feedback important?
• Setting the example
• The feedback sandwich & why it doesn't work
• What you should try instead!

Here's a little more about Heather:
Heather Kay has been an HR professional for over 20 years focusing on how to elevate others as they achieve success others through learning & development and talent management programs.  She has worked in numerous industries such as security, healthcare, insurance, and education.

Heather is a Gallup certified Strengths-based Coach which is where she spends most of her time coaching and facilitating workshops for teams and organizations.  Her official title is the “Wonder Woman of Strengths.”  She is also certified in Ken Blanchard’s SL2 program, A Situational Approach to Leadership, administers and delivers the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and facilitates a Team Effectiveness Survey and Action Planning session.  

Heather received her BA from Lehigh University, an M.Ed. from the University of South Carolina and a certificate in Training and Organizational Dynamics from Temple University.  She lives outside of Philadelphia with her husband and two children.  She is also a huge University of Wisconsin fan as her husband graduated from there, her daughter is a Senior (’25) and her son will be a Freshman this fall (’28).

To connect with Heather, check her out here:
readyaimimpact.com

[email protected]

#feedbackfriendly #leadership #development #growth

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In this episode, we hear about how Kevin Green, Jr navigated the challenging transition from leadership in the Air Force to Corporate America. He is vulnerable about the journey and shares key insights into the following: 

• Specific challenges (ie. language, terminology) with going from the military to a corporate role
• Advice for military members about to make the leap or how are struggling now
• Advice for hiring managers and leaders of former military in how to aid with the transition & truly understand their untapped potential

Tons of insight and wisdom in this one for everyone.

Kevin's Bio
Kevin Green is Vice President of Ochsner Health’s Community Health Centers. He oversees community focused clinic operations, community center engagement, social determinant of health initiatives, & health equity at five sites across the state of Louisiana. In his role, Kevin also co-leads Ochsner’s Healthy State efforts in managing chronic conditions and medical screenings. He joined Ochsner as a Strategic Program Manager in 2013. Kevin has held key roles leading interfacility patient flow logistics and system-wide Hospital Medicine physician practices. 

As if that wasn't enough, Kevin is also a Lieutenant Colonel in the Air Force and has served over 25 years as a military officer. In those years, he served as 53 WRS Commanding officer or as what some of us know as “Hurricane Hunters”. 

To learn more about Kevin, you can find him on LinkedIn. 

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In this episode, Kimberly & Heather Wiser Soubra, of Wiser Way Coaching,  talk about what it takes to show up as your best self. 

Topics include:

• Wisdom comes from within
• Listening to your intuition leads to you showing up as your most confident self
• The importance of believing in yourself
• What If/Then thinking does to your confidence.
• The power of changing the channel in your mind

A wonder conversation about being confident & kind to oneself in order to show up for others. 

#leadership #mindset #believeinyourself

Learn more about Heather:
Heather Wiser Soubra, ACC
Founder and CEO, Wiser Way Coaching

Heather Wiser Soubra is the Founder and CEO of Wiser Way Coaching, a professional coaching practice that empowers executives and teams who want to develop and elevate their leadership skills, cultivate workplaces where people thrive, and create their own paths for achievement while actively building team unity and open communication. Wiser Way Coaching collaborates with leaders and teams to discover how individual strengths come together to enhance leadership capacity and effectiveness.

Heather’s role as Chief of Staff, Strategist, and Consultant for the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) provided her experience overseeing and facilitating complex systems, human development, collaboration and inclusiveness across the organization to achieve strategic goals.  Most recently, she joined the faculty at the George Washington Leadership Institute at Mount Vernon to facilitate leadership trainings and lead strategic planning sessions for government agencies, trade associations, and emerging leaders.  Heather conceptualized, implemented, and led the IDFA People Strategy. She created a suite of programs focused on leadership and the cultivation of organizational well-being, as well as on building the workforce and organizations for the future.

A graduate of George Mason University, Heather earned her degree in intercultural communication and received her certificate in coaching from George Mason University’s Institute for Leadership Excellence. She received her ACC coaching credential through the International Coaching Federation (ICF) and is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. 

Where to find her:
Website: www.WiserWayCoaching.com
Email: [email protected]

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In this episode, we hear from Susan Bittner, leadership coach and consultant (bio below). She shares how she navigated a trying professional time while dealing with the realities of a new role, a new leader and extreme personal events. We explore the messy complexities we each face. Susan shares two amazing insights for those who find themselves in similar situations. Definitely worth a listen!

Susan's Bio
Susan Bittner has 20+ years of corporate experience. She spent the first 10 years carving out roles for herself while she figured out what she wanted to be when she grew up. Around 13 years ago she learned about executive coaching, organizational development, leadership development and she felt like she had found her home. She has continued to work to support leaders in finding their authentic self and to lean into the belief that sometimes perfect can be messy.

To learn more about Susan, check out her profile on LinkedIn.

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In latest this BEST OF episode of We've All Done It podcast, Transitioning from Peer to Leader: Best Tips for Leading Friends, Kimberly is joined by Erin Dallas and Jerry Benoit to discuss the what happens when your friend becomes your boss or when you are now the boss. 

News alert! Everything has changed and can get complicated if you don't realize that.

Don't worry! We got you covered for what to do, what not to do and how to survive this transition! 

Together, we break down the following:

• What leaders get wrong in this kind of transition
• How to set good boundaries
• The importance of consistent accountability & documentation
• What about social media?
• Simple steps to make this a successful transition

Make sure to learn more about Erin Dallas here and Jerry Benoit here.

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Celebrating wins and connecting with listeners, host Kimberly J. Benoit takes a moment to reflect on the international reach and impact of her leadership podcast. Discover what's coming up in July, why feedback matters, and how you can get involved.

• The international audience: shoutouts to listeners in New Orleans, Frankfurt, and New South Wales
• The importance of celebrating wins in business and podcasting
• Kimberly’s candid take on the challenges of running a show without constant feedback
• What’s coming in July: a special "best of" series featuring the most popular episodes from all three seasons
• How you can connect, leave feedback, and make your voice heard in the show’s future

#leadership #podcast #KimberlyBenoit #celebratingwins #internationalaudience #workplacedrama #teambuilding #leadershipchallenges #peertoleader #leadingfriends #businessgrowth #feedback #bestepisodes #careeradvice #corporateexperience #leadershipcoaching #gratitude #workplaceculture #personaldevelopment #listenerengagement

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Join Kimberly J. Benoit and guest Jay Peterson as they dive into the intricacies of resilience, leadership, and team engagement in both physical and virtual environments. This discussion provides valuable insights for leaders and anyone navigating challenging work dynamics.

• Strategies for resilience and growth in challenging situations.
• Navigating the delivery of bad news without losing team support.
• Distinguishing leadership from management.
• Engaging remote teams and the importance of authentic communication.
• Building trust and understanding the motivations of diverse team members.

Jay Patterson is a seasoned leader, speaker, and coach with a unique blend of military precision and corporate expertise. With over four decades of experience—including service in the US Navy Submarine Force and leadership roles in business operations and organizational turnarounds—Jay specializes in resilience, adaptability, and transformation. His powerful storytelling and practical insights inspire individuals and businesses to embrace change, build trust, and lead with purpose. A devoted family man, writer, and animal advocate, Jay’s 99/1 System helps people and organizations focus and thrive in today’s ever-evolving world.

#Resilience #Growth #Leadership #VirtualEngagement #Communication #Authenticity #OfficeDynamics #TeamChallenges #BiDirectionalTrust #MilitaryExperience #CorporateWorld #Mergers #Acquisitions #ProblemSolving #Listening #Curiosity #GenerationalDifferences #WorkplaceProductivity #EmployeeEngagement #TeamSupport #RemoteWorkStrategies #LeadershipVsManagement #Adaptability

To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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