Leading Through Change: Real Talk & Lessons from Those Who’ve Been There (with Suzanne Knight)
Speak Your Mind Unapologetically Podcast
Release Date: 03/06/2024
Embrace Your Edge: How To Handle Microaggressions (with Hang Black)
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Have you ever felt underestimated or sidelined due to subtle prejudices? This episode explores practical strategies to tackle such challenges head-on. Hang Black, Vice President of Revenue Enablement and author of 'Embrace Your Edge: Pave Your Own Path as an Immigrant Woman in the Workplace', dives deep into her personal encounters with microaggressions and offers actionable advice. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Effective techniques for using transactional analysis to shift workplace conversations to more empowering adult-adult interactions. ✔️ Insightful tips on when and...
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9 Pro Tips for Fearless Conversations at Work, Even For Introverts
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How can you go from a timid voice to a bold voice so that you can confidently speak your mind? Many professionals struggle with the fear of voicing their thoughts, especially when it comes to challenging conversations. But what if you could turn that fear into fearless confidence? How can you assert yourself at work without the crippling anxiety? This episode will empower you with the hacks needed to reduce your speaking up fears. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ 9 essential ways to reduce the fear of speaking up in a professional setting. ✔️ Proven strategies to help you...
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How to Advocate for What Matters Without Overstepping at Work
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Do you find it challenging to express your needs in the workplace without causing friction? Whether you're expressing what you want or negotiating your role, it's vital to convey your thoughts clearly and persuasively. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ How to articulate your professional desires confidently and without fear. ✔️ Strategies to align your manager with your goals, creating a supportive environment. ✔️ Insights into how self-promotion can lead to better compensation and career advancement. ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World...
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How To Speak Assertively Without Being Confrontational
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How do you speak assertively with someone without causing conflict? In this episode, you’ll find out an easy strategy to confidently express what is in your mind and make a request in a way that invites collaboration. Tune in to this episode and discover: ✔️A 4-part script to express what you want without being confrontational. ✔️How to encourage others to have empathy for you. ✔️How to be empathetic with others when you’re upset at them ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each...
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Finding Strength in Loss: Redefining Identity through Grief (with Lydia Ivy)
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How can we find strength and support when losing a job or in grief? Do you struggle with your identity? Join us as Lydia Ivy, a leader in employee communications, shares her insights on coping with grief and turning pain into a pathway for growth. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The right way to enlist support when you are going through a challenge or loss. ✔️ 3 ways to not feel alone when navigating grief. ✔️ How to redefine your identity and find new purpose beyond your professional life. ✅ Connect with Lydia : or ✅ Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn: ...
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Cognitive Biases at Work: Why They Matter for Both Quiet and Loud Voices
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Think you're immune to cognitive biases? Think again. Find out which ones are holding you back. It turns out, cognitive biases might be the silent culprits affecting workplace dynamics. How do cognitive biases shape the way we communicate, and more importantly, how can we manage them to enhance our interactions? Discover how 8 types of cognitive bias impact both the more aggregable and the more aggressive voices in the office. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ The 8 types of cognitive biases and practical strategies to counteract them. ✔️ How cognitive biases block effective...
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Rise Strong: Strategies for Standing Up to Power at Work (with SarahNicole Mahoney)
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How can you stand your ground with someone in a power position when you’re scared of retaliation? Ever felt like you had to stay small, almost invisible, to avoid negative consequences? Join our guest, SarahNicole Mahoney, Managing Director, Brand & Corporate Marketing and also founder and lead of their Women’s ERG. Tune in to this episode to discover: ✔️ Real-life examples of facing a more powerful individual at work and turning the situation to your advantage. ✔️ What participating in a formal investigation within your workplace entails, and how to ensure your voice is...
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How to Build Your Career Hero's Journey
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Do you consider yourself the hero of your own career? Embracing the role of the hero gives you agency over your professional journey, empowering you to make the best choices for yourself. Being your hero helps you seize your story, face challenges head-on, and emerge victorious, all while gaining self-knowledge and self-awareness. But how can you find this power to navigate the complexities of careers, carve your path to success, and deepen your understanding of yourself? In this episode you’ll discover the ancient framework of The Hero's Journey and how to use it for personal growth,...
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How To Overcome The Fear Of Public Speaking (with Sabine Kvenberg)
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Are you one of the many individuals who break into a cold sweat at the mere thought of public speaking? Do you find yourself avoiding opportunities to present your ideas to a group, fearing judgment and failure? Most people are terrified of public speaking. Whether it’s sharing an idea in a large meeting or making a presentation at work, the fear can paralyze our voice and make us even more insecure. How can we take control of our emotions and stop the fear from taking over when we need to speak? Our presentation skills expert guest Sabine Kvenberg, also a former performing artist,...
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7 Powerful Ways To Overcome Self-Doubt And Fix Impostor Syndrome
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How do you get over self-doubt and impostor syndrome? In this episode, you’ll discover some tried and tested strategies to build your confidence at work even if you feel incapable. Tune in to this episode and discover: ✔️7 powerful tactics to overcome self-doubt & impostor syndrome ✔️How companies can help those with impostor syndrome ✅ Order our book, ‘Unapologetic Voice: 101 Real-World Strategies for Brave Self Advocacy & Bold Leadership’ where each strategy is also a real story: ✅ Follow Ivna Curi on LinkedIn: ✅ Request A...
info_outlineChange is hard. Why do people resist change in organizations, and how can leaders effectively overcome this resistance? Join us in this real talk with lessons from a leader who has been there. Our guest, Suzanne Knight, CEO & Founder, mBolden Ltd., discusses strategies for leading through transformational change and dealing with resistance.
She shares the importance of executive buy-in, clear communication of the vision, and understanding the human impact of change. Suzanne highlights the challenges of initiating change from within the organization and how external consultants can often be more effective due to their neutrality.
She also discusses the role of KPIs and the importance of balancing different stakeholder interests. Lastly, she provides advice for employees navigating change, focusing on constructive resistance and up-skilling to adapt to the future of work.
Tune in to this episode to discover:
✔️ The emotional landscape of change and its profound impact on organizations.
✔️ Vital strategies for overcoming resistance to change by engaging vision and clear communication.
✔️ The importance of external consultants in providing neutral perspectives for effective change management.
✔️ How pilot programs and testing phases are pivotal in the successful implementation of change initiatives.
✔️ Empowering strategies for employees to constructively embrace and adapt to change, enhancing their future work prospects.
✅ About Suzanne Knight:
Suzanne Knight is an award-winning expert and keynote speaker on transformational change and the future of work. CEO and Founder of mBolden consulting firm, Suzanne works with clients around the world helping them anticipate and adapt to change so they can thrive, rather than just survive. Through her own firm and nearly a decade at Deloitte, Suzanne worked with over 40 clients in 12 countries. Beyond her consulting work, Suzanne is an active angel investor with The Firehood, start-up advisor, and tech founder. She previously spent 5 years with Walmart Canada as Vice President, Transformation Services and Philip Morris International as National Director of Organizational Effectiveness, leading organization transformation and change in both roles.
Suzanne volunteers as a SickKids Innovator, mentor with Urban Squash Toronto, and is on the HR Committee of JIAS. She has served as head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for a Consumer Goods company, on the Executive Advisory Council for Walmart Canada's Women in Retail program, and on the Foundation Board of the McMichael Canadian Art Collection.
Suzanne has an MA in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and MBA in Finance and Strategy. In 2023, she was recognized on The Peak’s Emerging (under age 40) Leaders List and The DMZ’s Women of the Year.
✅ Connect with Suzanne Knight:
www.mbolden.co - Human capital consulting firm focused on helping clients understand and prepare for the future of work.
LinkedIn profile - https://www.linkedin.com/in/skknight/
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