247| Helping Your Leader Be a Better Coach with Jennifer Moore
Future Female Leaders
Connect with Connect with Topics/Questions discussed: How can someone in an entry level role recognize that they might need to help their leader to become more of a coach? What is a good way to go about changing the structure of a helpful 1:1? What can you do if you are trying to make changes to your 1:1 structure and it’s not going well? What other advice or guidance do you have to help someone who wants to grow?
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246| Expectations to Succeed
Future Female Leaders
Get the . Connect and ask any questions to Key Points: Importance of knowing your boss's expectations, especially if aiming for growth or leadership. Metrics such as customer satisfaction, quality scores, attendance, and meeting punctuality can be key. Tailor your approach to meet your leader's priorities. Ask your leader what they need from you today to endorse your future growth. Use the Career Growth Guide (in show notes) for career roadmap and growth tips.
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245| No One Is Exempt From Change
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Connect with Nichole on Check out the different digital offerings Nichole has, !
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244| Saying Yes to Something Before You Feel 100% Ready with Grace Wright
Future Female Leaders
to grab the digital download for the Connect with Episode Highlights Networking and Personal Growth: Grace shares her journey of starting to post on LinkedIn despite feeling unprepared initially. Nichole emphasizes the importance of networking and supportive connections in personal and professional growth. Overcoming Fear and Taking Action: Grace emphasizes the significance of pushing past fear by simply taking action, even if it's starting with small steps. Both hosts discuss how supportive networks contribute to building confidence and making strides in their careers. ...
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243| How to Be a Good Leader and Avoid the Pitfalls of a Bad Boss
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This week Nichole shares an episode where she was a guest on , hosted by Dalton Jensen. Key Takeaways: Common Leadership Pitfalls: A good boss avoids deflecting blame and takes ownership of team success. They actively engage in one-on-one meetings and recognize their importance for team growth. Avoid making quick assumptions and judgments about team members. Encourage diverse opinions. Promoting High Performers: Promoting the highest-performing employees is not always the best decision. They might lack people management skills. Being an excellent individual contributor does not...
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242| The 5 Things I Wish I Would Have Known Before Getting Promoted Into My First Leadership Position
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Join the and check out the . 1: Deciding on Your Career Path Nichole reflects on her own experience working for a well-established company and the importance of considering long-term growth. Discusses her transition to a startup, which proved to be a better fit for her career goals. Advises listeners to think carefully about the company they work for, even in entry-level positions. 2: Learning About Leadership Roles Nichole shares her experience about not fully understanding what her team leader's role involved before her promotion. Emphasizes the importance of asking questions and...
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241| The Most Important Thing About Consistency
Future Female Leaders
It's not about how long you've been doing something, but when you maintain that commitment, especially when life throws you off course. Episode Highlights Consistency in All Aspects of Life: Consistency is a fundamental element in your work life, home life, hobbies, passions, and relationships. It's a universal principle that applies to all areas of your life. The Challenge of Consistency: There are moments when maintaining consistency becomes challenging. It can feel mundane, and you might not immediately see the benefits. This is particularly true in today's instant-gratification...
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240 | The Steps It Takes to Stand Out to Grow Into a Leadership Role with Cecily Jorgensen
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Book your In this episode of the Future Female Leaders podcast, host Nichole Harrop interviews Cecily Jorgensen, a marketing professional who shares her journey of transitioning from a background in vocal performance to a successful career in marketing. Cecily highlights her professional growth, personal interests, and how her passion for leadership drives her. Cecily began her career with aspirations of becoming a local performer but transitioned into an office job to contribute to her family's financial goals. She quickly adapted to different roles within the company, moving from an...
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239| How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Your Productivity with Elizabeth Tidwell
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Join Nichole's free community Check out Elizabeth Tidwell's website 1. The Power of Cycle-Aware Scheduling: Nichole talks about her approach to scheduling tasks based on her menstrual cycle, emphasizing the importance of self-compassion and proactive planning. The conversation touches on the shift from a reactive to a proactive mindset, giving control back to women. 2. Understanding Your Menstrual Seasons: Elizabeth introduces the concept of the Inner Seasons framework, a recent development that correlates menstrual phases with the four natural seasons. The Winter Phase:...
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238| How to Be More Productive at Work Without Overwhelm with Caitlin Montgomery
Future Female Leaders
Get Caitlin's book The Productivity Roadmap at Join Nichole's free community for career growth . Top Productivity Hacks for Busy Women: a. Knowing Your Why: Caitlin stresses the significance of having a purpose and a driving motivation (your "why") for being productive. Encourages asking questions to uncover what lights you up and keeps you motivated. b. Creating a Life Vision: Caitlin explains the concept of a life vision, which is a detailed and vivid description of how you want your life to be. Encourages dreaming big and incorporating specific details into your vision. c....
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It's not about how long you've been doing something, but when you maintain that commitment, especially when life throws you off course.
Episode Highlights
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Consistency in All Aspects of Life: Consistency is a fundamental element in your work life, home life, hobbies, passions, and relationships. It's a universal principle that applies to all areas of your life.
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The Challenge of Consistency: There are moments when maintaining consistency becomes challenging. It can feel mundane, and you might not immediately see the benefits. This is particularly true in today's instant-gratification world. However, remember that consistency pays off over time, much like going to the gym or eating healthier.
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Thinking About Your Future Self: Consider your future self and what you want to achieve. Instead of focusing solely on your career or job titles, think about how you want to interact with others, build your personal brand, and show up in various aspects of your life.
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Overcoming Confidence Issues: Transitioning into a new role can be tough, especially if you're lacking confidence. Consistency may feel harder when it's not a built-in routine or habit. It's crucial to keep putting in the effort, even when you're unsure of the outcomes.
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Nichole's Experience: Nichole shares her personal experience of taking a break from posting episodes on her podcast for a month. Life got hectic, but she realized the importance of consistency in helping others through her content. She got back on track, determined to maintain the consistency she once had.
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Setting Your Priorities: Reflect on what areas of your life you want to be more consistent in. It's easy to push things off until "later," but that can turn into weeks, months, or even years of procrastination. Think about where you want to be a year from now, not just in terms of your career but in your daily routine and consistent effort.
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Embracing Imperfection: Remember that we're all a work in progress, and it's okay not to be on top of everything all the time. Give yourself grace, especially during the holiday season.
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Saying Yes and Setting Boundaries: Think about what you want to commit to and where you need to establish boundaries. Consistency is about finding the right balance and making it work for you personally.
Conclusion
Consistency is a powerful tool that can shape your future. It's not about how long you've been doing something but when you maintain that commitment, even when it's challenging. Think about your future self and what you want to achieve, and don't be too hard on yourself. Remember, it's a journey, and we're all a work in progress.