‘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...

Regardless of gender, everyone brings a mixture of feminine or masculine energy. 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....

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...

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...

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 Your Brilliant Difference Podcast episode, you’ll learn exactly what...

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 Your Brilliant Difference Podcast episode, Kisha Wynter, Founder of Wynter Rich Enterprises and Author of debut novel, Your Power Unleashed: How Savvy Women Use Courage to Get Promoted, Get Paid, and Find Fulfillment, teaches you her famous DIVA method and how it can help you...

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 Patti Grace Smith Fellowship and an Interiors Engineer at United Airlines, she’s passionate about diversifying the aerospace...

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 Your Brilliant Difference Podcast episode, you’ll learn the...

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 FireflyEffect 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...

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...

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...

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...

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 Your Brilliant Difference Podcast, Founder of Jessica Lackey...

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...

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...

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 Your Brilliant Difference 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...

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 Sacred Leadership Solutions. She’s...

While prepping for an upcoming keynote presentation and reading the book, From Strength to Strength 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...

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...

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 Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast 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...

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 Your...

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...

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.  ...

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 Your Brilliant Difference™ Podcast episode.    Carina Diamond is a financial services veteran with decades of experience founding, building, and selling businesses and is a...