The Way We Lead (TWWL) is a podcast on a mission to reshape the landscape of thought leadership. Born from a passion for inclusive leadership and allyship, we've evolved to tackle a critical issue: the glaring representation gap in spaces where ideas are shared and amplified. Hosts Gabriela Acosta and Elizabeth Solomon guide you through inspiring case studies and share practical tips to transform your expertise into impactful content. Whether you're an aspiring speaker or an established lead ...
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The Greater You Leadership Series presents Lead the Way Wednesday with Leadership Enthusiast, Christin Webb, where she discusses all things leadership. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leadthewaywednesday/support
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Are you trying to be a better leader, change industries, reset after a layoff, or looking for ways to bring your whole self to work? Connect the Dots - Lead the Way is focused on helping you through these situations and more by sharing real life stories and practical tips. Heather is here to support you through coaching and mentorship, along with some amazing guests along the way. thepolkadotdesk.substack.com
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Lead the Way - A Podcast for School Leaders. Hosted by author, speaker, and school leader, Dr. Bill Ziegler. This podcast provides School Leaders with practical, best practices, researched based, and relevant strategies to strengthen their school leadership. Bill is an award winning School Leader with close to twenty years of experience as a School Leader. It's Bill's goal that this podcast will empower School Leaders to Relate, Innovate, and Invigorate for real sustainable change in education.
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Your Leadership Diamond: How to transform the way you live your life, lead your people and leave a legacy
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In Your Leadership Diamond, Paul Mitchell reveals how in a period of just seven weeks, you can take your leadership to a whole new level. He inspires us to see ourselves as diamonds that just need a little polishing to really shine. You’ll discover simple, practical advice, for time-poor leaders who wish to transform the way they lead at work, at home and in their communities.
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S2E5 How to Craft A Magnetic Personal Brand Anchored in Values and Purpose
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What if the secret to a magnetic personal brand isn't a viral social media strategy, but something deeper and more personal? In this "Mini but Mighty" episode, host Gaby Acosta reveals how to craft a personal brand so compelling it naturally attracts the right opportunities and audience - all by tapping into your unique values and purpose. This epi…
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S2E4 Social Capital: The Hidden Driver of Wealth And Power With Kerrie Carden
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For many historically underrepresented folks, our goals for influence and financial abundance are deeply rooted in concerns about survival. Kerrie Carden challenges this paradigm, urging us to shift our focus from mere survival to thriving – with the powerful insight that our success is inextricably linked to the success of our communities. In this…
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S2E3 Your Story And Expertise Are Enough: The Essence of Thought Leadership
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"Who am I to be a thought leader?" It's a question we hear from our highly qualified clients all the time. If you're struggling with self-doubt and impostor syndrome and it's holding you back from telling your story, you're not alone. In this tactical "Mighty But Mini" episode, host Gaby Acosta challenges the insecurities that plague many experts, …
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S2E2 Find Your Unique Flavor: How Lola Adeyemo Leveraged Her Story to Become A TEDx Speaker
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Are you hesitant to share your unique perspective in your field? You’re not alone. In this episode we sit down with Lola Adeyemo, TEDx speaker, podcast host, and founder of EQ Mindset and the nonprofit Immigrants in Corporate. Lola shares her remarkable journey from business analyst to confident consultant and thought leader in diversity and inclus…
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S2E1 The Representation Gap in Thought Leadership Sucks: It's Time for a Change
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Season 2 kicks off with a fresh look, sound, and mission as Gaby Acosta welcomes new co-host Elizabeth Solomon. Together, they're tackling a critical issue: the glaring representation gap in thought leadership. In this eye-opening episode, Gaby and Liz break down the systemic barriers facing underrepresented voices in academia, media, and beyond, s…
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Goal Setting Reloaded: Working Smarter, Not Harder, with SMART Goals
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Are you ready to harness the power of SMART goals? Join me, Heather Balcerek, as I take you on a refreshing journey, dispelling the complexities of goal setting and transforming it into an exciting, rewarding endeavor. I guarantee that by the end of this episode, you'll master the art of setting SMART goals. Trust me, the rewards of such strategic …
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Words for the Workplace: A Deep Dive into Emotional Communication at Work - Day 5 - Gratitude
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Ever wondered how you can bring more gratitude into your workplace? As we wrap up our enlightening mini-series on words for the workplace, we shed light on the importance and methods of expressing appreciation to colleagues. From casual verbal acknowledgments to more formal accolades, we discuss how these actions can make people feel valued and inc…
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Words for the Workplace: A Deep Dive into Emotional Communication at Work - Day 4 - Connection
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Get ready to revolutionize the way you navigate the digital communication landscape in your workplace. We promise you an insightful conversation about the power of clear language, the underestimated value of punctuation, and yes, even the strategic use of emojis in our digital interactions. We also address the common pitfalls of relying solely on t…
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Words for the Workplace: A Deep Dive into Emotional Communication at Work - Day 3 - Burnout
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Ever felt that choking burnout at work? That desolate feeling of exhaustion that seems to suck away all your energy, making the simplest tasks feel like a mountain? This is the episode you need. We've taken a deep dive into understanding burnout, investigating the roots of these emotions and how they manifest in our workplaces. With insights from B…
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Words for the Workplace: A Deep Dive into Emotional Communication at Work - Day 2 - Creativity
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Want to supercharge your creativity at work? This episode promises to take you on an enlightening journey packed with fresh insights. We delve into the world of emotions, exploring how they ignite and fuel creativity in our professional lives. Discover how emotions like curiosity, awe, wonder, and even confusion can be key drivers in the creative p…
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What if there was a more profound way of expressing your emotions at work beyond just being "happy"? Let's get into a stimulating chat about harnessing and articulating emotions more accurately within the workplace. Drawing valuable insights from Mark Brackett's book, 'Permission to Feel,' we ponder upon the multi-layered emotions we experience in …
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S4E9: Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business - Part 3
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In this episode, we continued exploring the world of learning and development in the business realm. Here are some key takeaways from the discussion: Understanding how change impacts where our focus lands. Importance of telling a data story. Setting your intentions, then stretching them. How to have more inclusive conversations. The episode ended w…
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S4E8_Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business_Part 2
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Hello Connect the Dots community! Welcome back to our 3 Part series, titled "Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business," previously we dove deep into the importance of individual and collective efforts in impacting learning and development within organizations. Heather shared her top 6 takeaways from the keynote panel discussion. …
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S4E7: Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business - Part 1
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Hello Connect the Dots community! In our latest episode, titled "Unlocking the Value of Learning and Development in Business," we dive deep into the importance of individual and collective efforts in impacting learning and development within organizations. This is the first of a three part series. Heather highlights key insights and thought-provoki…
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S4 E6: Creating Purposeful Connections in Virtual Environments w/Dave Stachowiak
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This episode is a really exciting one because we are welcoming in a guest that has made more of an impact on Heather’s journey than he probably knows or will ever know. Today we are talking to Dave Stachowiak (STA-HOE-VEE-AAK) the host and founder of Coaching for Leaders, a top-rated management podcast downloaded 30 million times. Coaching for Lead…
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S4 E5: Embracing Resilience: Conquering Layoffs, Coping with Loss, and Celebrating Life's Blessings
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*****I do want to start with a quick disclaimer today. This episode may touch on mental health topics. I am not a doctor or certified mental health professional. If you are or someone you know is in crisis, please call 988 if you are in the US. If you are outside the US, there is a link in the below to a list of international options. Are you tryin…
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S4E4: The Importance of Recognition in and out of the workplace
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Over the past week, I have seen such an outpouring of recognition, both personally and across the posts on LinkedIn. It has made me think about the importance of showing recognition in the moment in and out of the workplace. Today I’m diving in on why it is so important and giving some recognition of my own. After you listen, accept my challenge to…
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No man really becomes a fool until he stops asking questions. - Charles P. Steinmetz When I met with my mentor yesterday, she had me answer 3 questions about the lay off situation. These questions really made me stop and think so I wanted to put them out there for you. Asking ourselves questions helps us process through the feelings. But these ques…
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It’s Day 1 of this new world where my job is to job hunt. Oh the life of a layoffee... Since I left Apple for Amazon in November 2021, I have been asked if I regret the move more times than I can count. So sitting here now, the day after the layoff, I wanted to answer this question again. Do I have regrets about the move I made? The answer is no. I…
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Well now...here we are... together again. It's Season 4 of the podcast and this season is all about bringing all of you to work. I will say I had a different plan to start this season but it seems I have more time on my hands now. Today I was laid off from my job. Ouch. Me and thousands of others were impacted by the layoffs at Amazon. I'm hurt, co…
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Hey All! I just wanted to check in and let you know what’s been going on since I haven’t released a podcast in the past month. All is well. I’m just working through some things that I committed to. I’ll be back soon. I promise. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/connectthedotspodcast/support This is a public episode. …
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S3E17: Wine with Me: Talking Student Loan Forgiveness
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Disclaimer: This video/podcast contains explicit language and covers topics that might cause you to use explicit language too. I might hurt some feelings and make folks mad. These are my own thoughts and opinions and do not reflect the views of my employer/previous employers. I am not a financial advisor, certified coach, or medical professional. J…
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S3E16: Do a New Thing w/Christa Hutchins
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After almost 3 years, Christa and I finally got to sit down for a conversation. We met at Blissdom in late 2019 and I was instantly drawn to her passion for helping others. She is a project manager by trade, then was called by God to help His girls. Christa started to volunteer with Proverbs 31, using her project management skills to help them grow…
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S3E15: Book Review - How to keep house while drowning by KC Davis, LPC
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After seeing so many people online recommend the book, “How to keep house while drowning” by KC Davis, LPC, I decided to pick it up and read it. I really enjoyed her approach to cleaning and organizing. I had a lot of things marked in the book to mention but did not get through them all. I definitely recommend picking up this book physically or e-b…
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S3E14: Unscripted Fun - Deep Thoughts on Nothing
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Today’s episode is all about nothing. I mean it’s not dead air, but I just had some fun talking about the random things going on in my life. It’s just some unscripted fun catch up from the last few weeks. I cover mocktails, sunscreen, the account that might make me get TikTok, and more randomness. Come along for laughs and fun! Laughter, Love, and …
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S3E13: Talking Creativity w/Martha Arrington
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On today’s podcast, I welcome Martha Arrington. She is a painter, a certified zentangle instructor, educator, and amazing human. I met Martha on Instagram awhile back and instantly became a fan of her work. It’s truly beautiful and unique, just like Martha. Through our conversations over DMs, I knew that I wanted to learn more about her story and h…
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S3E12: Masking & ADHD
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Masking. When I started to research ADHD, this was a term that came up quite a bit. Masking “involves hiding symptoms or overcompensating for them. When you mask ADHD, you try to act like you do not have the condition” (PsychCentral). I knew that I had some masking tendencies but it’s a journey to start identifying what is and isn’t a mask. In this…
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S3E11: Reversing the Rachel Hollis effect (Deconstructing Toxic Positivity - Part 2)
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This is part 2 of the “Reversing the Rachel Hollis effect - Deconstructing Toxic Positivity” podcast set. I am sharing a few YouTube videos that help explain the concept more and offer insight on how to overcome it. When it comes to things like this, we have to own the mistakes and wrong doings from our past. This is where we grow. These deep thoug…
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