Your Brilliant Difference Podcast with Finka Jerkovic: Personal Branding for Career Advancement
The Your Brilliant Difference Podcast: Personal Branding for Career Advancement, has a new episode every Thursday. It’s produced to help mid-career corporate professionals and leaders use their personal brands at work to rise and shine in their careers, whether it be getting a promotion, finding fulfilling work, or bolstering their influence. Hosted by Finka Jerkovic, the Founder and Career Advancement Coach at Finka Inc., this podcast is inspired by her corporate Your Brilliant Difference Program that has helped people across North America and Europe get promoted and noticed at work. Your Brilliant Difference is a cutting-edge personal branding method that flips the script from “me” to “we” so people can focus on the transformations they deliver for people, as that’s where the true growth and results happen. It wasn’t until Finka harnessed her own personal brand, Brilliant Difference, that she started making her own career opportunities to design a successful career pathway, and now she’s sharing this method with you. After every episode, you’ll learn how to advance in your career through personal branding or skills that strengthen your personal brand, like communication and influence. Don’t forget to subscribe and share with your network!
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Episode 186: 5 Strategies to Design Your Leadership Growth Pathway (Part 1 of Leadership Mastery for Managers Series)
01/09/2025
Episode 186: 5 Strategies to Design Your Leadership Growth Pathway (Part 1 of Leadership Mastery for Managers Series)
Welcome back to the While the show paused over the holidays, Finka Jerkovic is back in action with an exciting new series that will help you pave a successful, meaningful pathway for your leadership and career in 2025: Leadership Mastery for Leaders. In this four-part series, she gives you high-level, tangible insights from her recent workplace report, In episode 186, she double-clicks on how to design your leadership growth pathway to achieve your workplace/career goals. According to the Finka Inc. report, one of the biggest aspirations people have is to grow, move up, and get promoted, yet the biggest challenge for people is knowing where to go and how to do it. They know they want to grow in a new direction, but they don’t exactly know what’s next or what that direction should be. Are you in the same boat? Finka gets it. She’s been at this crossroads herself before in her corporate career, which is why she’s helping you get clear on your where and how through her own stories and five strategies: Be intentional. Go deep or go wide. Have an excellence mindset. Use your Brilliant Difference as an act of service. Futureproof your leadership with skills. What exactly do these strategies mean and how can you implement them? Tune in and find out! What You’ll Learn: Why 2025 is a pivotal year for your leadership and impact. The importance of being intentional with your career and leadership moves. Going deep vs. going wide in your career. The difference between an excellence mindset vs. accomplishment mindset. How to lean on your Brilliant Difference and skills development to add value despite a shifting technological landscape. Get Career Clarity and Direction for 2025: Download the Finka Inc. Career Advancement Forecast Surveying over 100+ corporate leaders and professionals, Finka Inc. has the pulse on what’s top of mind for people at work in 2025. What should be your priorities? What is the workplace landscape going to look like? What are career advancement critical skills you need to help you soar? Find out by clicking the button below to download your copy.
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Episode 185: End of Year Review: Your Guide to Reflecting and Setting Intentions for 2025
12/19/2024
Episode 185: End of Year Review: Your Guide to Reflecting and Setting Intentions for 2025
A whole calendar year is 365 days, about 52 weeks, and 12 months. From a high level, it looks like a whole lot of time, yet at the end of every year I find myself saying, “Where did the time go?” It’s already the end of 2024. Year ends can impact everyone differently. While some feel the pressures of things they didn’t get to throughout the year, some celebrate reaching milestones. No matter if you’re anxious, excited, celebratory, or self-blaming, in this episode, I guide you through how to reflect on your 2024 year and set manageable, tangible goals for 2025. I share some of my own key takeaways, personal and business-related, and as I share my discoveries, I coach you through sets of questions to help you uncover your own. My biggest takeaway this year was realizing that there’s no space for transactional workshops because that’s not what my clients truly need. It’s easy to look at others and see what they’re doing, straying from your own style and integrity, and sometimes I’ve felt myself wandering too. Especially with corporate leadership development training, you can fall into the pattern of copy and paste. But my intention for this year is to stay true to my customized, personalized leadership development program model that’s backed by data. I want to continue delivering white-glove service that’s intimate and makes each leader feel like the content is being delivered right to them, even in a group setting. This approach is only being re-emphasized, and I am looking forward to delivering for my clients in the coming new year. Now, it’s time for you to discover your biggest takeaway! The Agenda for Today’s Episode: How to reflect on your 2024. Finka’s biggest priorities: family, relationships, and faith. A focus on transformative workshop experiences. How to set intentions for 2025 with manageable, tangible Edge Moves. Get Career Clarity and Direction for 2025: Download the Finka Inc. Career Advancement Forecast Surveying over 100+ corporate leaders and professionals, Finka Inc. has the pulse on what’s top of mind for people at work in 2025. What should your priorities be? What is the workplace landscape going to look like? What are career advancement critical skills you need to help you soar? Find out by clicking the button below to download your copy.
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Episode 184: Build Your Brand and Credibility with Public Relations: Get the Inside Scoop from PR Pro Abbie Sheridan
12/12/2024
Episode 184: Build Your Brand and Credibility with Public Relations: Get the Inside Scoop from PR Pro Abbie Sheridan
Public relations can be a powerful tool to help you elevate your brand, thought leadership, and credibility. In fact, it has a key similarity to personal branding. They both involve engaging and tailoring your message so that it best resonates with the audience/public. With personal branding, this is often done through avenues of conferences and social media posts, while PR includes press releases and articles. PR can be a guiding lens to look through for developing your personal brand, helping you know exactly what to say and what not to say. Who better to light the way than PR veteran and CEO of Greenrose Communications, Abbie Sheridan. She lives to connect people. Pairing her passion for connections with her love of storytelling, Abbie has been working in public relations for nearly 15 years. She initially found and pursued her dream job through a college internship where she pitched tech gadgets and colored toilet paper at New York Fashion Week (which was as fun as it sounds). But she knew she wanted to do something more impactful. When she found financial services, she realized it was where she was meant to be. For close to a decade, Abbie has worked with RIAs, asset managers, custodians, and fintech companies in the wealth management industry. Today, she and her team represent more than a dozen industry leading firms, with a specialization in ESG, SRI, and green investing. How lucky are we that Abbie is now sharing her insight and experience on the , helping you tailor and build your brand with a PR twist. In Episode 184 You Will Learn: Exactly what PR is and isn’t. How to leverage PR to boost your brand credibility. How to achieve PR with a limited budget. The power of engaging with media for personal branding. How the media landscape is evolving and the implications of AI. How to start approaching the possibilities of PR to enhance your personal brand. Connect with Abbie Sheridan on LinkedIn Career Advancement Report Coming December 13th! For the first time ever, Finka Jerkovic is publishing her first Finka Inc. Career Advancement Report, informing you about what to focus on in 2025 to rise and shine at work. Join her Find Your Brilliance community newsletter and get a copy delivered right to your inbox as soon as it’s released.
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Episode 183: How to Present Your Authentic, Confident Voice with Julie Johnson
12/05/2024
Episode 183: How to Present Your Authentic, Confident Voice with Julie Johnson
Whether you’re pitching an idea to leadership, leading a meeting, or delivering a keynote at a conference, they’re all forms of presenting. Within each method, you’re presenting your ideas, guiding other’s ideas, and aiming to inspire action within people. All of it can be stressful. Whether you speak to 5 people,15, 50, or 500, your palms may clam up and suddenly you’ve lost your train of thought, derailing from your perfectly crafted script. But here’s the thing — you don’t need a script to efficiently communicate. What you do need is your authentic, confident voice, which Julie Johnson will teach you to hone in this week’s episode. Julie Johnson is the CEO of and a leading authority on intergenerational and gender communication. As a current member of the esteemed Forbes Coaches Council and a former Barron's winning SVP with UBS (CFP & CIMA), she has devoted her career to helping professionals and teams build trust, engagement, and loyalty. Specializing in psychological safety and conflict navigation, she is a Certified Behavioral Finance Trainer, a Certified Facilitator in Adam Grant & Ray Dalio’s PrinciplesYou program, a Certified Brene Brown Daring Way Facilitator, a Globally licensed member of the International Coaching Federation, and a Certified Global Speaker through The National Speaker Association. Listen to this episode and learn from Julie as she teaches you how to tailor your communication to meet people where they are. You’ll also learn how to apply techniques to help you refine your big idea and voice it with confidence, authenticity, and influence. The Agenda for Today’s Episode: What exactly is an authentic, confident voice? PrinciplesYou Assessment overview and how it informs workplace communication. How to overcome presentation anxiety. Presentation tips and best practices. How Julie’s public speaking and presenting experience has impacted her career. How to leverage LinkedIn to amplify your authentic, confident voice and build a brand that drives your career. Connect with Julie Johnson on LinkedIn Career Advancement Report Coming December 13th! For the first time ever, Finka Jerkovic is publishing her first Finka Inc. Career Advancement Report, informing you about what to focus on in 2025 to rise and shine at work. Join her Find Your Brilliance community newsletter and get a copy delivered right to your inbox as soon as it’s released.
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Episode 182: Job Transition Plan with Jeff Brown: 3 Strategies to Apply When Interviewing for a New Job
11/28/2024
Episode 182: Job Transition Plan with Jeff Brown: 3 Strategies to Apply When Interviewing for a New Job
Many people face the challenge of a job transition, whether it be from a reorganization or their own choice. When it comes your time to move into a new industry, role, or company, how can you ensure you approach the process the right way and acquire a job that’s aligned with your Brilliant Difference? Jeff Brown has the answers. Jeff has been through several job transitions and Edge Moves in his career. Born and raised in Toronto, his love for the city drives his work. His experience in human resources and operations was honed on Bay Street, leading transformational real estate projects in banking. This then led him to join The Heaps Estrin Team Real Estate Team, Royal LePage’s #1 Residential Brokerage in Canada for the past five years. Jeff’s focus on developing and growing teams is a hallmark of his leadership. From entering banking during a financial crisis in 2009 to working in travel and hospitality when COVID-19 hit, Jeff shares his stories about not only how he successfully transitioned jobs, but the resilience he developed during times of adversity. He expands on honing his Brilliant Difference and transferrable skills and offers three strategies you can apply when thinking about making a job change. The Agenda for Today’s Episode: 02:25 — Career Transition 1: From Banking to Hospitality 12:18 — Cultural Shifts in New Work Environments 18:37 — Crisis Management During the Pandemic 23:23 — Career Transition 2: Embracing New Opportunities in Real Estate 25:12 — Navigating Job Descriptions and Interviews: 3 Strategies 31:48 — Embracing Change and Risk in Career Moves 36:47 — Reaching Out and Building Connections 39:57 — Jeff's Current Endeavors and Future Plans Connect With Jeff Brown on LinkedIn Share Your Voice, Forge a Brilliant Workplace I’m on a mission to build a brilliant workplace where everyone thrives and career dreams turn into reality, but I need your help! Fill out a quick anonymous, 7-minute survey to contribute to my first-ever Career Advancement Report (coming end of year). Share what’s top of mind for you at work and inform a resource that will help you rise and shine at work in 2025.
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Episode 181: How Managers Can Create Safe, Productive Performance Review Conversations (Backed by Personality Patterns) with Steven Kessler
11/21/2024
Episode 181: How Managers Can Create Safe, Productive Performance Review Conversations (Backed by Personality Patterns) with Steven Kessler
‘Tis the season for performance reviews. I can picture it from my corporate days, gathering questions and scheduling meetings to have performance discussions with my employees. But with that comes nerves, excitement, worry, doubt. So how can managers prime the environment to ensure a safe and productive conversation happens for both parties? Psychotherapist of 40 years and author, Steven Kessler, will teach you how by applying the five personality patterns. Kessler is the author of two books: and . In his first novel, Kessler explains the five personality patterns: Leaving, Merging, Enduring, Aggressive, and Rigid. They don’t depict who you are, but rather what you do. They’re safety strategies we lean on. In his second novel, he explains how these safety strategies and patterns can impact relationships. Specifically, in this episode, we’ll be diving into how these patterns can impact a manager’s performance review conversation with an employee. We walk you through a workplace scenario and give managers tips on how to detect their employees’ personality patterns, as well as how to handle them. The Agenda for Today’s Episode: 00:00 — An Introduction to the 5 Personality Patterns 03:03 — Understanding Safety Strategies and Personality Development 05:58 — Exploring the Leaving Pattern 09:04 — The Merging Pattern Explained 11:51 — The Enduring Pattern and Its Implications 14:51 — The Aggressive Pattern and Its Dynamics 17:56 — The Rigid Pattern and Its Characteristics 21:06 — Self-Awareness and Patterns in Relationships 24:03 — Utilizing Patterns as Gifts in Professional Settings 26:51 — Navigating Difficult Conversations in the Workplace 32:41 — The Power of Connection and Feedback 39:03 — Understanding Different Patterns in Communication 46:45 — Managing Energy in Interactions 55:11 — Grounding Techniques for Different Patterns 01:03:02 — The Importance of Presence in Life Previous Episode with Steven Kessler Connect With Steven Kessler Share Your Voice, Forge a Brilliant Workplace I’m on a mission to build a brilliant workplace where everyone thrives and career dreams turn into reality, but I need your help! Fill out a quick anonymous, 7-minute survey to contribute to my first-ever Career Advancement Report (coming end of year). Share what’s top of mind for you at work and inform a resource that will help you rise and shine at work in 2025.
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Episode 180: Finding a Balance of Feminine and Masculine Energy at Work
11/14/2024
Episode 180: Finding a Balance of Feminine and Masculine Energy at Work
Regardless of gender, everyone brings a mixture of . Some people lean on one more than the other. Masculine energy is described as “doing” and acting based on logic, knowledge, results, and reason. On the flip side, feminine energy is defined as “being,” acting based on intuition and emotions. Words that often describe masculine energy include confrontation, aggression, and control, whereas words related to feminine energy include oversensitive and co-dependant. So, you can see how these energies aren’t actually tied to a gender—a woman can be aggressive and a man can sensitive. Neither of these energies are wrong. In fact, there are several benefits to both. But it’s about finding a balance at work. In episode 180 of the , Finka shares a personal workplace story where, during a particular situation, there was a dominance in masculine energy and how leaning on her feminine energy as a Brilliant Difference created a meaningful change her workplace needed. Suddenly, people were more comfortable, had open communication, and shared their vulnerabilities, building trust and strong relationships. Remember, both energies are good, but consider: which should you bring at work? Apply this to situations as you experience them. Share Your Voice, Forge a Brilliant Workplace I’m on a mission to build a brilliant workplace where everyone thrives and career dreams turn into reality, but I need your help! Fill out a quick anonymous, 7-minute survey to contribute to my first-ever Career Advancement Report (coming end of year). Share what’s top of mind for you at work and inform a resource that will help you rise and shine at work in 2025.
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Episode 179: The Simpatico Communication Method: How to Communicate and Lead with an Aware, Loving Heart with Arnie Buss
11/07/2024
Episode 179: The Simpatico Communication Method: How to Communicate and Lead with an Aware, Loving Heart with Arnie Buss
With different personalities, professional and personal backgrounds, and communication preferences, you’re bound to experience conflicting conversations at work. So, how can you handle situations where you don’t see eye-to-eye with someone, in a way that supports your career growth and relationship progression? Through the Simpatico Communication Method. Who better to talk about the Simpatico Communication Method than Arnie Buss, its co-founder. Arnie is also a Research Associate Professor, a relationship coach, and the co-author of He is passionate about communication and how it impacts workplace relationships. In this episode, you’ll learn about what the Simpatico Communication Method is, how to apply it, and how to become a stronger communicator to rise in your career, even when you don’t necessarily agree with people. The Agenda for Today’s Episode: 02:38 — Arnie’s Journey in Academia and Military Education 06:22 — The Concept of Vocation in Career Choices 09:09 — Finding Purpose in Corporate Work 11:22 — Communication Dynamics in Military Leadership 20:27 — How Hear Here Came to Be 26:44 — The Power of Empathetic Communication 27:34 — Simple vs. Ease in Communication 29:02 — The Role of the Sender and Receiver 30:32 — Requesting Change: Language to Use 35:25 — Energy Matching in Communication 44:12 — Transforming Conflict into Connection Connect With Arnie Buss on LinkedIn Share Your Voice, Forge a Brilliant Workplace I’m on a mission to build a brilliant workplace where everyone thrives and career dreams turn into reality, but I need your help! Fill out a quick anonymous, 7-minute survey to contribute to my first-ever Career Advancement Report (coming end of year). Share what’s top of mind for you at work and inform a resource that will help you rise and shine at work in 2025.
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Episode 178: 4 Strategies to Advance in Your Career Using Your Brilliant Difference Brand
10/31/2024
Episode 178: 4 Strategies to Advance in Your Career Using Your Brilliant Difference Brand
For four years, you work through four levels of high school. With each new grade, you get more specific about who you are and what you want to do with the rest of your life. You graduate and choose a profession, dedicating another 2-4+ years to learning and growing. Then you graduate again, but this time into the workforce, without a roadmap to help you know how to make it all work and traverse to the destinations you desire. They don’t teach you how to advance in your career in school but feeling inspired after coming back from a client event, I’m sharing with you four strategies that will make your journey clearer and more successful. They key is using your Brilliant Difference brand, a personal branding method that flips the script from “me” to “we” so you can focus on how you make a difference, a meaningful impact, in the world. In episode 178 of the , here are the four strategies I discuss: 1. Give yourself permission to shine. 2. Invite others to shine with you. 3. Bring your whole self. 4. Make it personal. What do these mean and how can you apply these career advancement strategies to get noticed and rise along the corporate ladder? Tune in! I even share real-time workplace stories embodying each strategy in action. The Agenda for Today: 01:30 — Leadership Development Program: The Inspiration Behind the Episode 08:33 — What is Your Brilliant Difference? 08:49 — Strategy 1: Give Yourself Permission to Shine 12:27: — Strategy 2: Invite Others to Shine With You 16:33 — Strategy 3: Bring Your Whole Self 21:15 — Strategy 4: Make It Personal Want More Support in Elevating Your Personal Brand to Achieve Your Desired Career Results? Join the Your Brilliant Difference Bootcamp Waitlist! Your Brilliant Difference Bootcamp is a cutting-edge program for corporate professionals, like yourself. Within this program, you’ll discover how to excel in your career and leadership by learning and applying a personal branding method that actually works: Your Brilliant Difference. Through course materials, coaching, and community, you’ll uncover exactly what your Brilliant Difference is and how to leverage your personal brand at work to get promoted and noticed.
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Episode 177: Top 5 Current Career Barriers and How to Overcome Them
10/24/2024
Episode 177: Top 5 Current Career Barriers and How to Overcome Them
The workplace is constantly evolving. In 2020, remote work was the norm. Shortly after, hybrid settings took over, and now full-time in-office may be the status quo once more. Artificial intelligence is starting to take over certain jobs in specific industries. People are no longer just tired—they’re burnt out. These are just some of the challenges standing in your way of advancing in your career. But don’t worry. In this episode, you’ll learn exactly what the top 5 current career barriers are and how to overcome them to reach success. When you’re done listening, you’ll know exactly what you need to do to harness your personal brand (Brilliant Difference) to get noticed and promoted and shine in your work. The Agenda for Today’s Episode: 00:00 — Embracing Your Brilliant Difference 03:10 — Identifying Career Barriers 05:53 — The Impact of Burnout and Disengagement 09:04 — Navigating Remote and Hybrid Workplaces 11:56 — The Importance of Digital Presence 14:45 — Understanding the Role of AI 18:13 — The Need for Continuous Skill Upgrades 28:41 — Essential Skills for Career Advancement 31:27 — The Importance of Personal Branding 36:47 — Building Your Brilliant Difference Brand 46:39 — Transformative Personal Branding Success Stories 51:12 — The Path to Career Growth and Leadership Want More Support in Elevating Your Personal Brand to Achieve Your Desired Career Results? Join the Your Brilliant Difference Bootcamp Waitlist! Your Brilliant Difference Bootcamp is a cutting-edge program for corporate professionals, like yourself. Within this program, you’ll discover how to excel in your career and leadership by learning and applying a personal branding method that actually works: Your Brilliant Difference. Through course materials, coaching, and community, you’ll uncover exactly what your Brilliant Difference is and how to leverage your personal brand at work to get promoted and noticed.
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Episode 176: Your Power Unleashed: How to Get Promoted and Noticed with Kisha Wynter
10/17/2024
Episode 176: Your Power Unleashed: How to Get Promoted and Noticed with Kisha Wynter
You have ambitious career goals, and you deserve to achieve them. But let’s face it. Getting there and making them happen is easier said than done. Thanks imposter syndrome and self-doubt, to name a few. But in this episode, Kisha Wynter, Founder of Wynter Rich Enterprises and Author of debut novel, , teaches you her famous DIVA method and how it can help you get promoted and noticed at work, despite doubt and uncertainty. Wynter Rich Enterprises is a boutique leadership consulting firm where Kisha helps mission-driven companies create healthy coaching cultures where all talent thrives regardless of background. A leadership consultant, executive coach, author, and speaker, she’s a trailblazer in women’s leadership strategy. She has over two decades of corporate experience with a track record of developing and training leaders in over 50 countries. How lucky are you to be exposed to 2 decades of leadership consulting and executive coaching expertise? Kisha talks about the mindset blocks she’s experienced in her own career, and how her method and coaching can help you break through those blocks too, to finally own your power and make your career dreams a reality. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — Unlocking Your Power and Potential 02:32 — The Journey to Authorship 06:47 — Overcoming Doubts and Embracing the Writer Within 12:59 — The Writing Process: From Inspiration to Publication 18:20 — Navigating Feedback and Building Resilience 25:46 — Core Themes of the Novel, Your Power Unleashed 30:36 — The DIVA Method Overview 39:33 — Investing in Yourself: The Key to Growth 41:55 — Words of Wisdom for Aspiring Writers Connect With Kisha Wynter on LinkedIn Find Your Brilliance Beyond the Podcast Diving into and honing your Brilliant Difference (personal brand) is a constant work in progress. While this episode is a great start, there’s more content to help support you on your career journey: Finka Jerkovic’s Find Your Brilliance Newsletter. Once per week, get a fresh content round up delivered right to your inbox with insight, stories, and collaborative expertise to help you rise and shine in your career.
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Episode 175: Engineering an Opportunistic and Emotionally Intelligent Workforce with Khristian Jones
10/10/2024
Episode 175: Engineering an Opportunistic and Emotionally Intelligent Workforce with Khristian Jones
There are two important concepts that make the workplace sphere go round: emotional intelligence (EQ) and giving back to the upcoming generations to ensure their success in our footsteps. But how can you lead those younger than you and embed emotional intelligence to create a safe, thriving environment? Khristian Jones will teach you how. As the Co-Founder of the and an Interiors Engineer at United Airlines, she’s passionate about diversifying the aerospace industry and opening space for all people. Through the fellowship, she leads and guides students in the aerospace field to ensure they have the most stress-free, successful career pathways from entering post-secondary, to graduating, to entering the field. While Khristian’s perspective brings a unique STEM twist to the , the concepts and tips can be applied throughout many industries. Tune in to see how you can level up your leadership through EQ and mentoring younger generations. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 01:23 — Khristian’s Career Journey in STEM 06:32 — The Patty Grace Smith Fellowship: Empowering People in Aerospace 12:20 — Outcomes of the Fellowship and Giving Back to Youth 17:22 — The Importance of Emotional Intelligence in Aerospace 21:40 — Challenges in the Aerospace Industry 26:14 — The Power of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 31:43 — Tips for Increasing Proficiency in Emotional Intelligence Connect With Khristian Jones on LinkedIn Register for Personal Branding Keynote In this Keynote presentation, Finka Jerkovic will teach you exactly how to use the Your Brilliant Difference Method to uncover your personal brand, so you can understand how you’re uniquely wired to add value to the workplace, helping you stand out and get noticed.
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Episode 174: Ditch Work Stress for Wellness with Lori Saitz: How to Use Meditation for Decision-Making and Career Advancement
10/03/2024
Episode 174: Ditch Work Stress for Wellness with Lori Saitz: How to Use Meditation for Decision-Making and Career Advancement
We live in a world where we’re constantly off to the races. Off to the next project. Off to the next meeting. Off to the next social media post. Off to the next promotion. But when was the last time you slowed down and took a beat? You probably can’t recall, right? You’re not alone, but continuing this way can make it harder to overcome workplace and personal stress, preventing you from excelling in your career. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn the tools to turn things around from stressful to blissful from the Founder of Zen Rabbit, Lori Saitz. As the founder of the Zen Leadership Program for results-focused professionals, she is a leading authority on improving productivity and engagement through workplace well-being. With a comprehensive background in wellness and communication strategies, Lori helps executives create focused, resilient, and collaborative teams that can move projects forward with less stress and drama. You can listen to Lori on her own podcast too, , where she engages guests in conversations about how they've grown from a time in their lives when things were decidedly NOT fine. We’re constantly a work in progress (our career journeys and personal brands), which means we need to navigate through all the situations, good or bad. Tune into this podcast episode to help you swap workplace stress for wellness, so you can rise in your career. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — An Introduction to Workplace Well-being 02:59 — The Power of Authentic Communication 09:09 — The Evolution of Zen Rabbit 15:05 — The Interplay of Well-being and Communication 17:57 — Our Individual Responsibility in Well-being 20:53 — Meditation: A Tool for Focus and Clarity 27:01 — The Importance of Taking Breaks 29:52 — How to Live a Sabbatical Life and Find Balance Mentioned Resources: (digital audio program) Connect With Lori Saitz on LinkedIn Register for Personal Branding Keynote In this Keynote presentation, Finka Jerkovic will teach you exactly how to use the Your Brilliant Difference Method to uncover your personal brand, so you can understand how you’re uniquely wired to add value to the workplace, helping you stand out and get noticed. Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 173: From Fired to Fulfilled: How to Embrace Your Authentic Impact with Louise Taylor
09/26/2024
Episode 173: From Fired to Fulfilled: How to Embrace Your Authentic Impact with Louise Taylor
Standing out and embracing your differences isn’t easy, but it’s one of the most beneficial and fulfilling things that can help you grow personally and professionally within your career. Facing her fair share of obstacles and triumphs, Louise Taylor, Founder of and the Collaborative Author of All Out Impact, explains how she’s persevered to live out her authentic impact despite career adversity. Louise is a passionate, discerning expert with over 20 years of experience as a corporate brand and marketing executive, leader, and entrepreneur. With a keen eye for what makes each business truly special, Louise delves deep into the hearts of brands and goals of businesses, illuminating new insights, developing sound strategies, and empowering eager teams. As a Fascinate Certified Advisor, she’s honed her skills to not only identify but also amplify the inherent brilliance of individual businesses, ensuring it resonates with and captivates their desired audience. In this episode, Louise explains how being let go from her corporate role was her golden ticket to embracing her most authentic self and designing a career that aligns with her identity. Tune in to learn how you can bring your most authentic self to work too! Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — A Journey of Self-Discovery 12:29 — Navigating Career Transitions: Finding Support and Clarity 17:18 — The Power of Authenticity: Embracing Vulnerability 28:45 — Collaborative Impact: The All Out Impact Experience 38:17 — Creating a Legacy: The Importance of Authentic Impact Mentioned Resources: “Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.” — Dr. Suess Connect With Louise Taylor on LinkedIn Register for Personal Branding Keynote In this Keynote presentation, Finka Jerkovic will teach you exactly how to use the Your Brilliant Difference Method to uncover your personal brand, so you can understand how you’re uniquely wired to add value to the workplace, helping you stand out and get noticed. Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 172: How to Become a UNICORN Leader with Kristi Straw
09/19/2024
Episode 172: How to Become a UNICORN Leader with Kristi Straw
Unicorn isn’t just a mythical creature; it’s an acronym for the elements of powerful leadership. Picture yourself in a career where you’re scared to try new things, but you do them anyway. Imagine having the confidence to bet on yourself to take you to new milestones and meaningful impacts. Envision purposeful work where you get to practice empathy and show up as your authentic self. You can do all of this and more with UNICORN leadership. Meet the creator of this term, Founder of Lighthouse Leadership Consultants, and author of UNICORN Leader, Kristi Straw. She's a strategist by mind, a rebel by heart, and a UNICORN by spirit. Known for blending compassion with audacity, Kristi doesn't just walk the talk; she dances it, leading change with a flair that's as bold and brazen as her leadership style. Hold onto your seats, because with Kristi at the helm, you're in for a whirlwind journey of transformation, disruption, and outright leadership revolution! Yes, being a unicorn is about standing out, but in Kristi's vision, it’s an acronym for 6 elements of leadership that can help you show up more boldly in your career. Find out what they are and how you can use them by tuning into this episode. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 03:59 — The Essence of a Unicorn Leader 08:57 — Elements of Unicorn Leadership 14:12 — Navigating Career Transitions 19:00 — The Impact Legacy Lab 23:01 — UNICORN Leader Book Recommendation 26:59 — The Power of Personal Branding Mentioned Resources: by Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD Connect With Kristi Straw on LinkedIn Register for Personal Branding Keynote In this Keynote presentation, Finka Jerkovic will teach you exactly how to use the Your Brilliant Difference Method to uncover your personal brand, so you can understand how you’re uniquely wired to add value to the workplace, helping you stand out and get noticed. Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 171: The ROI of Mentorship with Kellan Brown: How to Build Mentor/Mentee Relationships to Thrive in Your Career
09/12/2024
Episode 171: The ROI of Mentorship with Kellan Brown: How to Build Mentor/Mentee Relationships to Thrive in Your Career
Teamwork makes the dream work. I know it’s an overused saying, but I love it because it’s so true. When we open our horizons, especially in our careers, and collaborate with people of different ages, backgrounds, and experiences, that’s when we make the dream work. That’s when we reach new milestones and hit new goals. Collaborating with others pushes us and tests us, so that we can develop and grow in ways we never thought possible. One of the best ways to collaborate and make your dream work in your career is through mentor/mentee relationships, which Kellan Brown, Executive Director of the FinServ Foundation and Founder of her own consulting firm, highlights in today’s episode. Mentorship and mentee relationships have played a starring role in Kellan’s successful career journey to date. She has worked in various leadership roles including being a Chief Growth Officer at Income Lab, the Senior Vice President at Finance of America Reverse, and the Vice President/Chief Growth Officer at PrimeCo. She is considered a subject matter expert for implementing mentorship programs in firms and non-profits, and currently is the Executive Director of Mentorship for the FinServ Foundation where their mission is to empower the next generation of financial professionals through coaching, mentorship, and community. An ambassador for mentorship, Kellan tells you all about how mentorship can impact and enhance your career, and how you can go about approaching these types of relationships. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — Kellan Brown Introduction 04:04 — A Day in the Life as the Executive Director at FinServe Foundation 06:16 — The Journey to Mentorship and the Importance of Giving Back 15:13 — Defining Mentorship and Different Mentor Styles 17:28 — Finding and Choosing a Mentor 19:03 — Implementing Mentorship Programs 21:45 — The Impact of Mentorship on Career Growth 23:04 — Creating a Culture of Promotion and Talent Succession 25:30 — The Fulfillment of Mentoring 28:27 — The Importance of Diversity in Mentorship Programs 29:58 — The Power of Informal Mentorship Relationships Mentioned Resources: Connect With Kellan Brown on LinkedIn Register for Personal Branding Keynote In this Keynote presentation, Finka Jerkovic will teach you exactly how to use the Your Brilliant Difference Method to uncover your personal brand, so you can understand how you’re uniquely wired to add value to the workplace, helping you stand out and get noticed. Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 170: How to Bounce Back From Setbacks with Kerry-Ann Powell
09/05/2024
Episode 170: How to Bounce Back From Setbacks with Kerry-Ann Powell
Have you heard the saying, there are two things you can never escape from in life: death and taxes? Well, there’s also something that’s inescapable in your career, whether you work in corporate or are an entrepreneur: setbacks. Obstacles. Challenges. Scenarios that will bring you down and try to keep you there. But you can’t because you have a Brilliant Difference to share, a team to support, and clients to work with! With some setbacks being more difficult than others, it can feel next to impossible to pull yourself out of the trenches, but in this week’s episode, Kerry-Ann Powell teaches you how. Kerry-Ann is a globally recognized business strategist, speaker, and champion of small- and medium-sized businesses. Her varied experience of over 20 years as a Washington, DC attorney, lobbyist, and fundraiser positions her as an authority of what it takes to strategically succeed while confronting difficult obstacles. After raising $120 million to build the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, she launched her business strategy consulting firm, She and her team advise business owners from various industries and countries on creating the strategies, systems, and mindsets to thrive in business and in life. Get comfy in your office or favourite spot in your house, replenish your drink, and listen as Kerry-Ann shares her own business setback story and the exercises and tactics she applied to continue moving forward to success. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — Introduction and Background of Kerry-Ann Powell 04:23 — Personal Setbacks and Overcoming Toxic Shame 11:17 — The Importance of Identifying Root Causes and Processing 19:05 — Somatic Practices for Regulating the Nervous System 26:43 — The Importance of Regulating Emotions to Make Better Decisions 30:13 — Transparent Communication: Kerry-Ann's Brilliant Difference 39:29 — Faith as a Guide for Honest and Aligned Leadership 44:28 — Reflecting on Your Brilliance to Navigate Challenges Mentioned Resources: Connect With Kerry-Ann Powell on LinkedIn Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 169: Create a Career by Design, Not Default with Jessica Lackey
08/29/2024
Episode 169: Create a Career by Design, Not Default with Jessica Lackey
As a corporate professional, no matter the industry, it can be easy to fall into default mode: doing things because they were asked of you or taking new opportunities and promotions because it’s what you’re supposed to do next, it’s the next rung on your career ladder. But have you stopped to think about what actually matters to you, what your expertise is, and how you want to apply that in your career? In episode 169 of the , Founder of , Jessica Lackey, offers guidance to help you answer this question and design a career where you’re owning and flourishing in your expertise. Once working in corporate and now transitioned to entrepreneurship, Jessica knows a thing or two about owning her expertise, as well as helping others do the same. She is a strategy and operations advisor who blends business strategy, practical application, and a human-centric approach to create sustainable businesses. With a background in corporate leadership, McKinsey & Company consulting, and a Harvard Business degree, Jessica knows a thing or two about hustle culture and what it feels like to judge success by the bottom line… at all costs. Now, she combines her deep experience in consulting, Fortune 500 operations leadership, and coaching to help businesses grow without sacrificing the well-being of their clients, team, and community. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — A Background on Jessica Lackey 07:25 — Recognizing the Need for Change in Corporate Environments 13:10 — Transitioning to a New Job and Discovering Your Brilliant Difference™ 19:17 — Importance of Owning Your Expertise 30:28 — Advice for Navigating Career Ups and Downs 39:35 — Connect with Jessica Lackey Connect with Jessica Lackey on LinkedIn Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 168: “Should I Job Hop?” — Try These 3 Strategies First and Make the Most Out of Your Current Role
08/22/2024
Episode 168: “Should I Job Hop?” — Try These 3 Strategies First and Make the Most Out of Your Current Role
When we don’t like something or something isn’t serving us, what do we usually do? Get rid of it! But what if that “something” is your job. Should you get rid of it and find something else? While every situation is different and there’s a time and a place for exiting your current position, I want you to consider these three things before job hopping: Have you thought about where you want to go? Have you upskilled and grown to your full capacity in your current role? Have you attempted to solve issues that could move your business and career forward? So, at times when you bask in the unhappiness that can come with your job and you ask yourself, “Should I job hop?”, I want you to first follow the three strategies I outline in this episode. What to Expect 00:00 — Feeling Stuck in a Job You Don't Love 07:32 — The Pitfalls of Job Hopping 08:21 — Strategy 1: Don’t Run, Be Present 09:56 — Strategy 2: Upskill 11:45 — Strategy 3: Become a Problem-Solver Get a New Episode Delivered Right to Your Inbox Every Thursday I’ve made staying in the loop of content that will help you accelerate in your career easy. Every Thursday, I send my Find Your Brilliant Newsletter to courageous leaders and go-getters, where they can listen to new podcast episodes and read new blogs that help them navigate the next level of their careers. All content is created and collaborated by yours truly. Subscribe
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Episode 167: 3 Ways to Stop Self-Limiting Beliefs From Sabotaging Your Success
08/15/2024
Episode 167: 3 Ways to Stop Self-Limiting Beliefs From Sabotaging Your Success
You did it. You’re committing to making a leap from your comfort zone. You’re making an Edge Move! Maybe you’re proposing a new project at work or applying for a new position within your company. Maybe you’re taking the lead on a campaign or managing a client meeting. But as you execute your Edge Move, implementing new action by new action to get there, the voice of doubt, fear, and uncertainty consume you. “I can’t do this.” “I’ve never done this before.” “I can’t fail.” Dialogue along these lines are self-limiting beliefs: assumptions we have about ourselves and our work. And if you listen to them, they can hold you back in your comfort zone, stopping you from accomplishing your goals. I’m going through this right now. From July and now into August, I’ve been preparing and creating a client presentation that’s has undoubtedly left my knickers in a knot. I was excited when signing the contract, and now I’m full of second guesses and worry. After using three tactics that I’m going to share with you today, I was able to uncover and face my self-limiting beliefs, not letting them get in the way of me rocking this The three tactics include: Feeling the squirm. Reflecting on your emotions and finding the source. Considering the passengers in your vehicle. What do these tactics mean and how can you apply them? Tune in to the newest episode to find out. What to Expect 00:00 — Introduction: Self-Sabotage and Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone 02:41 — Feeling and Navigating Internal Struggles 09:01 — The Power of Reflection and Contemplation 17:26 — Uncovering Different Versions of Self 33:49 — Taking Control of the Wheel: Trusting Yourself for Desired Outcomes Get a New Episode Delivered Right to Your Inbox Every Thursday I’ve made staying in the loop of content that will help you accelerate in your career easy. Every Thursday, I send my Find Your Brilliant Newsletter to courageous leaders and go-getters, where they can listen to new podcast episodes and read new blogs that help them navigate the next level of their careers. All content is created and collaborated by yours truly. Subscribe
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Episode 166: How to Live Out Your Brilliant Difference: 3 Lessons From Simone Biles
08/08/2024
Episode 166: How to Live Out Your Brilliant Difference: 3 Lessons From Simone Biles
You can gather a lot of inspiration in the world from TV, social media, websites, and articles. The list goes on and on. But recently the Paris 2024 Olympics caught my eye, or rather a particular athlete who I believe embodies to a T. You might have heard her name and know her as a prominent and talented gymnast on team USA: Simone Biles. Consuming media coverage from this year’s Olympics and sifting through stories about her past performance experiences, I’ve gathered three lessons from her brand and impact that will help you live out your Brilliant Difference and live your life, both professionally and personally, to the fullest. What to Expect 00:00 — Inspiration From Simone Biles 03:23 — Lesson 1: Own Your Unique Brilliance 07:10 — Lesson 2: Take Care of Your Brilliant Difference 14:17 — Lesson 3: Celebrate Your Wins 17:01 — Career Growth Invitation Get a New Episode Delivered Right to Your Inbox Every Thursday I’ve made staying in the loop of content that will help you accelerate in your career easy. Every Thursday, I send my Find Your Brilliance Newsletter to courageous leaders and go-getters, where they can listen to new podcast episodes and read new blogs that help them navigate the next level of their careers. All content is created and collaborated by yours truly. Subscribe
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Episode 165: Navigating Productive, Polarizing Conversations with Karen Jones
08/01/2024
Episode 165: Navigating Productive, Polarizing Conversations with Karen Jones
Leadership is built on conversations. To move the needle, your voice needs to be heard, as do the voices of your team. But let’s face the elephant in the room: not all conversations will be easy. Some will be difficult. Some will be polarizing. Some will consist of conflicting ideas and opinions. So how do you make a positive impact despite (and being inclusive of) diverse views? Who better to answer this question than Karen Jones, Founder and President of . She’s also the Vice President of Learning and Partner Solutions at To say that she’s done profound work is an understatement. With 15+ years of experience in leadership development, talent management, and process improvement, Karen is seasoned in handling polarizing environments and helping leaders navigate difficult conversations. Working with Fortune 500 companies like American Express and Ulta Beauty, she implements human capital strategies that produce desired and sustained outcomes. She specializes in designing emotionally safe discussion environments and has extensive experience in delivering Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI) strategies. In her interview, Karen discloses the main cause for people avoiding difficult conversations at work—relationship erosion. But Karen pulls back the curtain and shares how approaching polarizing conversations with “Speaking From Centre” can be beneficial and productive for organizations. Tune in to learn how to have difficult conversations at work that produce productive, meaningful outcomes. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 00:00 — An Introduction to Karen Jones 03:00 — The Importance of Navigating Difficult Conversations in a Polarizing World 10:18 — Practical Tools for Productive Conversations 20:49 — The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Conversations 30:33 — Leadership Words of Wisdom: How to Be Distinctive 37:59 — Karen Jones' Brilliant Difference Connect with Karen Jones on LinkedIn Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 164: Career to Calling: How to Navigate the 2 Stages of Your Career and Exit Fulfilled
07/25/2024
Episode 164: Career to Calling: How to Navigate the 2 Stages of Your Career and Exit Fulfilled
While prepping for an upcoming and reading the book, by Arthur C. Brooks, it felt like the perfect time to open the can of worms that can help you make the most out of your work: How to turn your career into a calling. There are two stages in your career: the first half and the second half. Or what I like to name as career and calling. The first half consists of your career. In the book, Brooks explains that this is when you use your fluid intelligence, your knowledge and hard work to innovate and solve problems. The second half, if the transition is made right, consists of your calling. In this half, Brooks says we shift into crystalized intelligence, meaning we pull from our wisdom library not to answer “what?” but rather “why?” In this half, we search for more purpose and fulfillment. But how can you tell which stage you’re in, and how can you successfully transition so that you can leave your career with success and meaning? You can find the answers in this episode! What to Expect 00:00 — Feeling Stuck in Your Career 02:46 — Navigating the Two Stages of Your Career 11:24 — The Role of Fluid Intelligence and Crystallized Intelligence 13:05 — Transforming Your Work into a Calling 14:28 — Examples of Career to Calling Transitions 23:22 — Finding Meaning and Fulfillment in Your Work Get a New Episode Delivered Right to Your Inbox Every Thursday I’ve made staying in the loop of content that will help you accelerate in your career easy. Every Thursday, I send my Find Your Brilliant Newsletter to courageous leaders and go-getters, where they can listen to new podcast episodes and read new blogs that help them navigate the next level of their careers. All content is created and collaborated by yours truly. Subscribe and excel in your career.
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Episode 163: Generational Talent: Your Most Valuable Currency with Kate Healy
07/18/2024
Episode 163: Generational Talent: Your Most Valuable Currency with Kate Healy
It’s not news that the workplace is constantly changing: COVID-19 speared hybrid and remote work setups, AI is shifting skillsets and priorities. It’s not news that leaders and managers need to keep a pulse on these changes to best support their people and company. But something that is new that may be missed among other shifts is the fact that four generations now make up the workforce: Baby Boomers, Gen X, Gen Z, and Millennials. Who better to tell us why it’s important to invest in generational talent and leadership now, than Kate Healy, the CEO and Founder, AdvoKate IQ, LLC. Through her consultancy firm, Kate works with companies to create wealth management growth strategies, so they can take advantage of demographic changes affecting workforce and client acquisition. With over three decades of guiding financial services leaders, she’s become widely recognized for her expertise in marketing, leadership, and talent development. In 2018, Wealthmanagement.com named her on the “Ten to Watch” list, and in 2016, Investment Advisor magazine named her as one of the industry’s 25 most influential people. Here’s What We’ll Be Talking About Today: 05:26 — How to Decide to Make the Leap 08:05 — The Importance of Leadership and Career Ownership 13:24 — Navigating Generational Differences in Financial Planning 19:22 — Next-Gen Talent: Attracting, Developing, and Retaining 23:14 — Continuous Learning and Development in Your Career 27:17 — Understanding Generational Differences 29:12 — Saying Yes to New Opportunities 32:00 — Navigating a Non-Linear Career Path 33:26 — Taking Responsibility for Your Career 36:23 — The Power of Curiosity and Connections 41:44 — Reflecting and Making Intentional Choices 45:49 — Investing in Continuous Development 47:18 — Building Relationships and Being a Connector Connect With Kate Healy Kate Healy on Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 162: Winning at Work with Kisha Wynter
07/11/2024
Episode 162: Winning at Work with Kisha Wynter
From imposter syndrome, to comfort zones, to defining your authentic voice and getting people to hear and recognize it, winning at work can be challenging. But if you’re eager to advance your talent, try new things, and are ready to make the next move in, then you’ll want to tune in to this episode featuring Kisha Wynter. In episode 162, based on her own experiences, background, findings, and revelations that have helped her excel in her own career, Kisha teaches you exactly what it takes to win in your work. The founder of Wynter Rich Enterprises, a boutique Leadership Consulting Firm, Kisha helps mission-driven companies create healthy coaching cultures where all talent thrives regardless of background. She is also the author of the upcoming book Your Power Unleashed: How Savvy Women Use Courage to Get Promoted, Get Paid and Find Fulfillment. Tune in now to uncover the elements that can help you win at work and grow in your leadership. What to Expect ● How to know when you should make the leap. ● 2 prominent challenges people face in the workplace: imposter syndrome and the confidence gap. ● How to overcome imposter syndrome and develop strategies to boost confidence. ● The importance of owning your authentic leadership style. ● The power of resilience and support systems when growing in your career. Chapters 00:00 — Introduction and Overview 03:47 — Kisha's Journey from Corporate to Entrepreneurship 09:38 — Knowing When to Make the Leap 24:36 — The Importance of Coaching and Mentorship 26:13 — Creating a Culture of Inclusion in Organizations 26:37 — Embracing Authentic Leadership 29:17 — Overcoming Challenges and Growth 37:03 — The Power of Curiosity and Creating a Safe Space 41:01 — Building a Support System and Community Connect With Kisha Wynter ● Kisha Wynter on ● Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 161: 3 Elements of High-Performing Team Chemistry
07/04/2024
Episode 161: 3 Elements of High-Performing Team Chemistry
The most prominent challenge teams and leaders face in today’s workplace? Communication. (Listen to the episode to get all the juicy statistics.) Whether you want to bring out the best in your team, collaborate to achieve ambitious goals, or you want to elevate your current talent, it all comes down to communication and having a cohesive team chemistry. While it can seem daunting to ensure you and your team work seamlessly, I promise you it’s not rocket science. In this new episode, I unveil 3 elements to help you build high-performing team chemistry. I also provide you with a tool to help your team design a team alliance where everyone’s differences are appreciated, and talents are used purposefully. What to Expect Top challenges teams face in the modern workplace. What happens when there isn’t cohesive communication and collaboration. What team chemistry is and how business success relies on it. The 3 elements that comprise high-performing team chemistry. What a team alliance is and how it brings teams together. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: Team Chemistry and Its Importance 02:43 - Team Challenges of Communication 09:37 - The 3 Elements of Team Chemistry 14:22 - Authenticity: Creating a Safe Environment Where Everyone Can Be Themselves 15:47 – Empathy: Understanding Perspectives and Respecting Differences 21:02 - Purpose: Unifying the Team Towards a Common Goal 26:01- Designing Group Norms With a Team Alliance Design Your Own Team Alliance In the episode, you’ll learn what a team alliance is and how it can help you and your team at work. But now it’s time to design one! Use our free template to develop seamless communication so you and your team can deliver transformative business results. Grab your copy here: finkainc.com/team-alliance
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Episode 160: Edge Moves™: How to Achieve Transformative Performance and Leadership
06/27/2024
Episode 160: Edge Moves™: How to Achieve Transformative Performance and Leadership
I won’t sugar coat it: Trying new things can be scary. But as leaders and even employees who want to thrive in roles and present a meaningful impact, trying new things is necessary. It means breaking away from your comfort zone, tip-toeing the edge of your newfound potential, and then stretching beyond. So, how do you do this? How do you use discomfort and challenges as catalysts for upleveling your leadership and career growth? Through a concept I like to call, Edge Moves™. What to Expect Defining Edge Moves™. Why making Edge Moves™ is so important for growing your leadership and career. The 3 zones of comfort and how they show up at work. How FUDGE restrains you in comfort. 4 key benefits of implementing Edge Moves™. 5 ways you can start making Edge Moves™ and soaring in your leadership and career today. Chapters 00:00 — Introduction 02:20 — The Importance of Edge Moves™ 06:45 — Being in FUDGE 11:30 — The Benefits of Making Edge Moves™ 18:20 — 5 Ways to Start Making Edge Moves™ Edge Moves™ Playbook: Grab Your Copy! Want a more in-depth guide to help you understand how you can better implement Edge Moves™ in your career and leadership to transform your impact and performance? Head to finkainc.com/edge-moves-playbook and download our brand-new resource that will help you do just that.
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Episode 159: Engage Your Engines: 5 Strategies to Get Your Team Invested in Their Roles and Business Mission
06/20/2024
Episode 159: Engage Your Engines: 5 Strategies to Get Your Team Invested in Their Roles and Business Mission
The mid-year slump can be real. Leaders and employees within companies, you may be feeling exhausted from already conquering tons of meetings, completed tasks, executed projects, etc. You may be wondering, “How can I put extra fuel in my tank to continue my authentic, best performance?” You can find the answers within this podcast episode. Back in April, I hosted a Workplace Engagement webinar that focused on helping leaders and employees re-engage in their roles, purpose, and mission. I’m opening that door of insight to give you an inside look at 5 strategies that can help you and your team re-ignite enthusiasm and investment within your company. What to Expect Current employee expectations in the workforce. Top leadership and workplace engagement trends. What exactly employee engagement is. What the future of work looks like and how leaders can adapt. The most prominent workplace engagement challenges. 5 re-engagement strategies you won’t find anywhere else. Chapters 00:00 — Introduction 03:41 — The Power of Individualization and Future Orientation 08:22 — The Impact of Transactional vs. Transformational Management 11:56 — Challenges of Remote and Hybrid Working 14:49 — 5 Strategies to Boost Engagement 24:49 — Individualizing Talent: Leveraging Strengths and Skills 28:02 — Fostering a Strength-Based Bench 32:50 — Creating a Feedback-Rich Culture 39:22 — Connecting Employee and Business Purpose Watch Other Finka Inc. Webinars From developing sales skills, to growing thriving businesses, Finka Inc. stays on the pulse to help you show up as your best self at work. Explore our replays and find a topic that fits your learning preferences.
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Episode 158: Finding Your Essence with Carina Diamond
06/13/2024
Episode 158: Finding Your Essence with Carina Diamond
Talent development, attraction, and retention is more important for companies now than ever before. How can you pour into your people to ensure the next generations thrive and contribute to the business’ mission? Founder and CEO of Stella Secunda (Latin for Next Star), Carina Diamond, exposes all the details in this new episode. Carina Diamond is a financial services veteran with decades of experience founding, building, and selling businesses and is a champion of women and underserved individuals working in financial services. She’s a mentor and role model to numerous college students through a founded a leadership program for graduate student women. She is currently consulting to the trade on fintech, succession, and growth strategies. Offering her insight and expertise, learn from Carina and discover where leaders should be spending their time and effort in today’s work environment. What to Expect How Carina helps clients through her business, Stella Secunda. How Carina’s Brilliant Difference™ has shaped and guided her business journey. How to pull back the layers and find your true zone of brilliance. The importance of generational talent. Current generational talent trends. How leaders can cultivate the best talent from their team, and how employees bring the best out of their own abilities. Where leaders should be prioritizing their efforts today. Chapters 00:00 — Introduction 01:33 — About Stella Secunda 02:52 — Carina’s Business Journey 04:05 — The Power of Feedback and Finding Your Essence 14:03 — Seeing the World From Abundance 19:19 — The Presence of Leaders and Teams 20:50 — How Leaders and Employees Can Bring Their Best 26:49 — There Are No Small Things 32:40 — Words of Wisdom for Leaders Connect With Carina Diamond Carina Diamond on Become the Next Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast Guest Have a brilliant story you want to share that surrounds leadership, team building, communication skills, or leaning on your brilliance and strengths to drive meaningful results? Click to fill out the application form, and our team will be in touch!
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Episode 157: Courage, Confidence, Clarity: What Selling From Love® Can Do for You and Your Business
06/06/2024
Episode 157: Courage, Confidence, Clarity: What Selling From Love® Can Do for You and Your Business
For episode 157 of the , I’m doing something I haven’t done before. Last Tuesday, I had the honour of spotlighting three of my clients in my first-ever Sell From Love® Fireside Chat. Each entrepreneur and business leader shared their business growth stories, giving insight into how they’ve persevered through obstacles using the Sell From Love® Method and their Brilliant Differences™. If entrepreneurship has been a burning desire in your mind but you’re not sure where to start or are worried about what your journey could look like, this episode is perfect for you. Find courage, community, and comfort from three successful business leaders who I’m so honoured to know and work with. What to Expect How each business leader carefully designed their business to help clients. What inspired these business leaders to say “Yes” to entrepreneurship. The highs and lows of their business journeys, and key lessons they’ve learned along the way. How they’ve continued to evolve and adapt their offers to meet clients where they’re at. How the Sell From Love® Method continues to show up in their business, and how being a Sell From Love® Coaching Member has influenced their business journey to date. Chapters 00:00 — Introduction 03:45 — The Nuts and Bolts of Business 14:30 — The Big Decision, Leap Moments 28:30 — The Transition to Entrepreneurship 41:51 — Offer Adaption and Evolution 57:49 — Sell From Love® in Action 1:08 — Words of Wisdom 1:16 — The Sell From Love® Coaching Program Details Connect With Special Sell From Love® Guests and Business Leaders (Copywriter and Writing Coach) (Workplace Engagement Facilitator and Consultant) (Attorney and Leadership Coach) Learn More About the Sell From Love® Coaching Program If you’re interested in learning more about the structure and pricing of the Sell From Love® Coaching program to see if it’s right for you, your very own program outline.
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