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237: The Missing Leadership Skill: How Facilitation Transforms Modern Leadership with Therese Miclot

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a true change agent as a leader? Or how to future-proof your leadership career in 2025 and beyond? In a world where technical skills alone are no longer enough, the ability to facilitate conversations, drive alignment, and unlock the potential of teams has become the missing piece in modern leadership.

Today’s guest, Therese Miclot, shares the one skill that sets impactful leaders apart: facilitation. We explore why facilitation is essential for scaling organizations, fostering engagement, and leading with impact—and provide practical tips on the art of inclusive meetings, including how to balance authority and approachability and why great facilitators make the best problem solvers.

Whether you’re leading a small team or a global organization, facilitation can be your secret weapon for driving change and future-proofing your career. Don’t miss this conversation!

236: The Executive Mindset Gap Part 1: Why You’re Struggling to Think Like an Executive

Why do so many of us struggle to “think like an executive”? If you’ve ever felt like you’re not quite hitting the mark, that people aren’t listening to you, or that you’re constantly scrambling, this series is for you. In part 1 of my executive mindset gap series, I dive into the foundation of executive mindset: executive presence. I explore the common misconceptions, the impact of imposter syndrome, and why “faking it” can lead to burnout. Join me to learn how to develop an authentic executive mindset, build self-awareness, and take the uncomfortable actions that will set you apart.

And come back for part 2 where I dive deeper with a powerful executive thinking framework!

233: The Realities of Being a Leader as a Young Mom: a Coaching Conversation with Madeleine Lambert

In this special episode, I have an honest and heartfelt coaching conversation with Madeleine Lambert, a young mom navigating the complexities of leadership, work, and family life. Together, we explore the challenges and triumphs of balancing a demanding career with personal responsibilities, touching on important topics like guilt, self-doubt, and the societal pressures of “having it all figured out.”

During a candid live coaching session, we dive into the realities of conflicting priorities and explore whether Madeleine’s struggles stem from a prioritization issue or an unrealistic workload. I share actionable strategies to help her feel more in control, such as implementing a task triage system and using tools like brain dumps to capture all tasks and reduce mental clutter.

Join us for these valuable insights and let 2025 be the year you stop “should-ing” all over yourself and give yourself permission to set boundaries and pursue ambitious goals.

227: Building Bridges: Effective Cross-Department Communication

If you’ve ever felt frustrated by misaligned goals, miscommunication, or the chaos of cross-functional projects going off track, this episode is for you.

This week, I tackle the challenges and solutions for effective cross-department communication by diving deep into the common barriers that prevent departments from working seamlessly together—such as differing communication styles, unclear expectations, and hidden sources of tension—and the practical strategies you can use to build bridges within your organization. From standardizing communication tools to creating a culture that encourages open, honest dialogue, I’m giving you the tools to enhance understanding across departments so you can build a positive, collaborative, and aligned work environment.

226: Look Me in the Eye: Why It’s Time to Stand Tall with Ushi Patel

In this empowering episode, Brand Expert Ushi Patel joins me to discuss how women can break free from the habit of shrinking and start standing tall in leadership roles. She shares strategies to build confidence from within and create habits that support stepping fully into our greatness, rather than holding back. We dive into the challenges women face in male-dominated industries, from bias to the subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) pressures to silence our voices, and emphasize the importance of “going for gold”, advocating for yourself, and setting boundaries—like asking others to truly see you by looking you in the eye.
We also tackle the difficult topic of isolation and the societal stigma around asking for help, offering strategies to help you connect, self-advocate, and embrace your own strengths as a leader. Join us to discuss building healthy habits, surrounding yourself with supportive evidence of your capabilities, and taking ownership of your greatness.

225: Run To Disruption with Charlene Li

In this episode, I’m joined by business transformation and AI expert Charlene Li for an insightful conversation on embracing AI and rethinking leadership to disrupt the status quo. Charlene shares her career journey and stresses the need for leaders to embrace AI, not just for efficiency, but to foster bold innovation. We discuss the current wave of layoffs, often due to mismanagement and a lack of disruptive thinking, and how AI can help leaders as we shift focus to asking the right questions and driving meaningful change.
We also explore using AI as a coach, practical advice for creating your own personal AI strategy, and building an organizational culture that thrives on innovation. If you’re ready to rethink disruption and lead with a growth mindset, this episode will inspire you to run toward change rather than avoid it!

223: Embracing Introversion: The Power of Thoughtful Leadership

In a world that often celebrates the loudest voices, quiet, thoughtful leadership can be an incredible asset. If you’re not comfortable with being in the limelight, that’s okay—embracing your natural introversion could be your secret to success.

Join me in this episode as I explore how being an introverted leader can enhance productivity, boost team morale, and give you informal influence without changing who you are. We’ll dive into the unique strengths of introverts, debunk common misconceptions, and share strategies for thriving as an introverted leader, in an extroverted world.

222: The Problem with Recruitment in Tech and How to Fix It with Poornima Farrar

In this episode, I talk with Chief Product Officer Poornima Farrar about the challenges in tech recruitment and how HR needs to evolve to better support organizations. Poornima shares how her career journey has been shaped by HR, emphasizing the importance of embedding HR more deeply within teams while using data-driven strategies to drive success. We explore how the current recruitment process is failing both candidates and companies, and Poornima offers her insights on passive talent pools and innovative approaches to help fix this. We also dive into Poornima’s advice for women in product roles and the value of embracing cross-functional opportunities to grow in tech.

Join us for these helpful insights on where tech is falling short and how the combination of people and data can help us pave the way for the future of work.

221: The Strength of Quiet Leadership: Embracing Authenticity

Are you ready to challenge the misconception that leadership requires being loud, or always in the spotlight? The truth is, quiet leadership can be even more powerful, with authenticity at its core. If you’re a naturally quiet person, know that this doesn’t limit your potential—it enhances it.

In this episode, I dive into the myths around loud and quiet leadership, showing how leaning into your natural tendencies can make you a more authentic, impactful leader. Join me to explore the unique and powerful techniques of quiet leadership and how in the end, the best leaders are those who embrace their true selves, and in your quietness lies the power to inspire greatness in others.

220: Supporting New Moms in Tech: Balancing Career and Motherhood with Vanessa Jupe

In this episode, I’m joined by Vanessa Jupe, CEO and founder of Leva, a company dedicated to supporting mothers in the workplace. Vanessa shares her insights on the challenges new moms face, from identity loss to the cognitive and emotional impacts of motherhood, and the feelings of loneliness that often come with it. We discuss how to normalize conversations about what happens when someone has a child and explore holistic support systems for new parents, including mental health resources, lactation support, career coaching, and more. Vanessa also highlights the high rate of women leaving the workforce within a year of having a baby and the economic impact on companies.

Ready to discover how organizations can better support new moms to thrive at work and learn practical strategies for balancing career and motherhood? Join us.

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