🎧 L&D Leadership Edge

Sheree Comninellis
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Welcome to L&D Leadership Edge - the podcast for ambitious L&D professionals who want to step into leadership. Breaking into leadership takes more than being great at design, facilitation, or delivery. It takes visibility, business acumen, stakeholder alignment, and the confidence to show up as a partner to the business. That’s where L&D Leadership Edge comes in. Hosted by Sheree Comninellis — L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor to future L&D leaders — this podcast gives you the clarity and practical moves to grow from doing the work to leading the function. Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Real-world insights on the dynamics you need to understand before landing your first leadership role ✅ Executive voices sharing their journeys into L&D leadership ✅ Practical steps to help you shift from execution to strategy with confidence 🎧 Subscribe now and start your journey into L&D leadership.

Episodes

  1. The Mindset Shifts You Need to Be Seen as a Strategic Partner

    NOV 4

    The Mindset Shifts You Need to Be Seen as a Strategic Partner

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis unpacks the mindset shifts that separate doers from strategic partners. If you want to grow your influence in L&D, you need to think differently. But the biggest change isn’t in your skills — it’s in your mindset. Sheree walks through three powerful shifts that will help you be seen, heard, and trusted as a true strategic partner in the business. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:29 Why thinking like a strategic partner starts with mindset 01:25 The shift from “I’m just L&D” → “I’m a trusted advisor” 03:15 How to move from service provider to strategic contributor 05:53 Why visibility builds credibility and how to own your influence 06:56 One practical move to apply these shifts this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    9 min
  2. Why Communicating Well at Work Feels So Hard — and How to Get It Right

    OCT 28

    Why Communicating Well at Work Feels So Hard — and How to Get It Right

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores why communication — one of the most critical leadership skills — can also feel like one of the hardest to master. Sheree unpacks the three challenges that make communication difficult and explains how the key to communicating well isn’t perfection, it’s mindset. You’ll also learn three practical shifts to help you speak with more clarity, confidence, and authenticity at work. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:40 Why communication can feel so difficult, even for capable professionals 01:38 The three challenges that hold people back from speaking with confidence 03:37 The mindset shift that separates strong communicators from hesitant ones 04:44 Three practical ways to communicate with more clarity and calm this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    10 min
  3. The Way You Speak Shapes the Way You’re Seen

    OCT 21

    The Way You Speak Shapes the Way You’re Seen

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores how your communication style shapes how others perceive your readiness for leadership. Sheree unpacks the subtle habits that hold many L&D professionals back and shares how to replace them with clarity, calm, and conviction. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:53 Why perception shapes opportunity in L&D leadership 01:38 The communication habits that quietly hold you back 03:45 How to shift from explaining to leading conversations 07:00 One simple move to help you practice your leadership communication this week   Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    9 min
  4. Internal Stakeholder Engagement

    OCT 14

    Internal Stakeholder Engagement

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores why your success in L&D leadership depends on how well you understand your internal stakeholders. From line managers and HR partners to executives and employees, each group has different priorities - and learning how to connect your work to what matters to them is what sets you apart as a true business partner. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 01:25 Who your internal stakeholders are: Why they matter, What they care about & how you can partner with them 12:52 How understanding their priorities shapes your credibility 14:03 A practical move to start building stronger partnerships this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    16 min
  5. Understanding the Business

    OCT 7

    Understanding the Business

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis unpacks why understanding the business is the foundation for L&D leadership. If you want to be seen as a strategic partner - not just a learning expert - this episode will help you connect the dots between what you deliver and how the business measures success. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 01:11 Why business acumen matters for aspiring leaders 02:06 How leaders speak the language of business 03:10 What this looks like in practice inside your organisation 06:42 A practical move to start building your business understanding this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    10 min
  6. How Do You Build Visibility Without Feeling Like You’re Showing Off?

    SEP 23

    How Do You Build Visibility Without Feeling Like You’re Showing Off?

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores why visibility is essential for anyone who wants to step into leadership. If you’ve ever worried that sharing your work might come across as bragging, this episode will show you simple, credible ways to build visibility without feeling cringey. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:35 Why visibility matters for leadership opportunities 01:03 Why staying invisible keeps you stuck in delivery 01:45 Credible ways to build visibility without “showing off” 05:40 A practical move you can try this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    8 min
  7. What Do You Need to Do Differently to Step Into L&D Leadership?

    SEP 16

    What Do You Need to Do Differently to Step Into L&D Leadership?

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores the key shifts you need to make if you want to move from doing the work to leading the function. If you’ve been wondering why hard work alone isn’t getting you noticed for leadership, this episode will help you see the difference between execution and leadership — and how to start practicing that shift now. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 17+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:45 The key shifts from doing to leading 03:33 An example from my career 07:29 A practical way to test this shift on your next project 08:53 A reflection question to guide your growth Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    10 min
  8. 3 Things That Make You Excellent in Your Current Role - But Won’t Get You Promoted

    SEP 9

    3 Things That Make You Excellent in Your Current Role - But Won’t Get You Promoted

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores why the very habits that make you excellent in your current L&D role may not be the ones that get you promoted. If you’ve been doing everything right but still feel stuck, this conversation will help you see what leaders really look for when choosing future leaders. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 17+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership.   What you'll learn in this episode: 00:45 The habits that keep you stuck in execution 04:12 Why they don’t translate into leadership potential 05:49 What leaders notice when considering promotions 07:02 A simple move you can try this week Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    10 min
  9. Are You Ready to Step Into L&D Leadership?

    SEP 2

    Are You Ready to Step Into L&D Leadership?

    In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores how to know if you’re ready to move beyond delivery and step into leadership. If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to take the next step in your L&D career, this episode will help you spot the signs and understand what leadership really demands. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 17+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:45 Signs you’ve outgrown your current role 02:51 What leadership really demands beyond technical expertise 07:08 The capabilities you need to become a strong L&D leader 08:43 A practical move for this week Take the L&D Leadership Readiness Quiz (10:41) 👉🏾 Ready to find out where you stand? Take the free Leadership Readiness Quiz and discover your strengths and areas to grow before stepping into L&D leadership. Take the quiz here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/142608949465581483/share. Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    12 min
  10. Welcome to L&D Leadership Edge

    SEP 2

    Welcome to L&D Leadership Edge

    In this debut episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis shares her story and mission, and how this podcast will help you on your journey towards L&D leadership. Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 17+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership. What you'll learn in this episode: 00:40 Introduction to Sheree Comninellis 04:45 Why I have launched Lead with Sheree & this podcast 05:44 What you need to make the leap into L&D leadership 07:44 What to expect from this podcast    Thank you for spending this time with me! 👉🏾 The best place to start? Subscribe to Executive Moves — my free weekly newsletter for ambitious L&D professionals. In just 5 minutes, you’ll get one bold insight, one practical move, and one resource to accelerate your journey into L&D leadership. Sign up here: https://dashboard.mailerlite.com/forms/589169/98676779613423573/share You can also connect with me here: ✋🏾 LinkedIn (Sheree Comninellis): https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheree-comninellis/ 🌐 Website: www.leadwithsheree.com 📧 Email: sheree@leadwithsheree.com 💬 Prefer a quick DM? Send me a message on LinkedIn - I’d love to meet you & hear about where you are in your journey into L&D leadership.

    10 min
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Welcome to L&D Leadership Edge - the podcast for ambitious L&D professionals who want to step into leadership. Breaking into leadership takes more than being great at design, facilitation, or delivery. It takes visibility, business acumen, stakeholder alignment, and the confidence to show up as a partner to the business. That’s where L&D Leadership Edge comes in. Hosted by Sheree Comninellis — L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor to future L&D leaders — this podcast gives you the clarity and practical moves to grow from doing the work to leading the function. Here’s what you’ll get: ✅ Real-world insights on the dynamics you need to understand before landing your first leadership role ✅ Executive voices sharing their journeys into L&D leadership ✅ Practical steps to help you shift from execution to strategy with confidence 🎧 Subscribe now and start your journey into L&D leadership.

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