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Join me for a special "best-of" episode featuring powerful insights and actionable advice from past guests on Communicate to Lead.

I've curated the most impactful moments from conversations with leadership experts, communication coaches, and entrepreneurs to bring you a potent dose of inspiration and practical strategies for communicating effectively and leading with impact.

Get ready to elevate your leadership and unlock your communication potential!

(0:59) Adriana Baer: The Power of Focusing on Your Audience

• Adriana, a theater director and public speaking expert, emphasizes the importance of shifting focus from yourself to your audience.

(3:03) Louise Neil: The Importance of Knowing Your Values

• This guest highlights the crucial role of understanding your values in making career and life choices.

(4:25) Elysia Skye: Tuning into Your Intuition

• Elysia, an intuitive coach, reminds us that everyone has intuition.

(5:51) Lenetra King: Understanding Your Audience

• Lenetra stresses the need to tailor your message to your audience's needs and interests.

(7:10) Tiffany Uman: Owning Your Achievements

• Tiffany, a leadership coach, encourages women to embrace "I" statements when advocating for themselves.

(8:20) Jo Zulaica: Embracing Directness in Leadership

• Jo, a leadership expert, cautions against playing small and deferring to others.

(9:19) Katherine Minett: The Power of Storytelling

• Katherine emphasizes the importance of storytelling in engaging audiences and conveying messages effectively.

(10:50) Brenda Boyle: Feedback Loops for Values-Based Leadership

• Brenda highlights the need for feedback loops to ensure alignment between stated values and actual leadership behaviors.

(12:01) Dr. Alice Rizzi: Mindfulness for Intentional Communication

• Dr. Rizzi explains how mindfulness practices can reduce stress, increase intentionality, and improve communication.

(13:33) Michelle Gladieux: Understanding Personality Differences

• Michelle, a communication coach, discusses the importance of recognizing and adapting to different personality styles.

(15:17) Michelle Glogovac: Authentic Storytelling

• Michelle believes that good storytelling comes from knowing your story and telling the truth.

(16:35) Alina Nikishina: Embracing Your Authentic Voice

• Alina, an entrepreneur and coach, encourages listeners to reject the pressure to conform to external expectations.

(17:37) Kira La Forgia: Building a Culture from Within

• Kira advises leaders to look inward when defining their company culture.

Let me know which guest I should invite back to the podcast!

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If you disagree or want to disagree with colleagues, but you don't want to damage your relationships, this episode is for you. It's back by popular demand.

Disagreements are a natural part of human interaction but can strain relationships if not handled effectively.

In today’s episode, I explore the concept of productive conflict and its value in fostering collaboration and innovation. While many may perceive conflict as negative, I highlight how avoiding conflict can hinder progress and creativity.

Join me as I discuss the power of active listening, empathy, and open-mindedness in fostering healthy and productive conversations.

You can also expect practical tips on finding common ground, assertively expressing your views, and seeking understanding rather than trying to win arguments.

Here’s the episode at a glance:

• Understand the concept of productive conflict and its significance.
• Challenge the myth that conflict is always negative, embracing its potential as a catalyst for growth, innovation, and positive change.
• Discover the value of conflict by identifying its benefits, and learn how to reframe your approach to conflict for more productive and positive outcomes.
• Learn practical strategies for creating a safe and inclusive environment that encourages open and respectful disagreements, including setting ground rules for constructive discussions.
• Learn how to create a safe space for disagreements and foster constructive discussions by setting ground rules and promoting open and respectful communication.
• Enhance communication skills through active listening, empathy, and feedback for stronger relationships.

Some relevant episodes that I mentioned on the podcast are:

• Episode 23 explored how to create psychological safety in the workplace - https://thetailoredapproach.com/23/
• Episode 27 focused on the essential skill of active listening for leaders - https://thetailoredapproach.com/27/
• In episode 31, I discussed the advantage of using DISC in leadership - https://thetailoredapproach.com/31/

Feel free to check them out for additional insights and guidance.

Remember, great communication is the foundation of great leadership. Keep learning, keep growing, and always remember to communicate to lead.

Thank you for being part of this journey with me. Thank you for your support, and remember to subscribe to never miss an episode. Keep leading, keep learning, and keep communicating.

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Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com

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Are you a woman in leadership who feels constantly overwhelmed, like you're drowning in a sea of to-dos? Do you ever feel like you're giving, giving, giving, but it's still not enough? If so, it might be time to re-evaluate your boundaries.

In this episode, I dive deep into why clear boundaries are non-negotiable for successful leadership. I explore the challenges women often face when setting boundaries and provide practical tips to help you establish and maintain those boundaries effectively.

What you'll learn:

• Why boundaries are crucial for reducing stress, preventing burnout, and increasing productivity.
• How to identify your non-negotiables and core values in the workplace.
• Strategies for communicating your boundaries clearly and assertively.
• Tips for overcoming common challenges like people-pleasing and imposter syndrome.
• How to address boundary violations and re-evaluate your boundaries as your career evolves.

Ready to break free from the middle management trap and step into a senior leadership role?

Join me for my free, exclusive masterclass, "Escape the Middle Management Trap: 4 Mistakes That Stop Women From Reaching Top Leadership Success".

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Connect with Kele Belton:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kele-ruth-belton/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetailoredapproach/

Website: https://thetailoredapproach.com