Shedding the Corporate Bitch Bernadette Boas

You may understand the importance of branding for an organization, but do you know the value of having a personal brand? 

Whether you realize it or not, those around you will form their own opinions of who you are and what you offer if you don’t proactively shape your personal brand. 

Join me today as I dive into the power of personal branding and its role in leadership and professional growth.
I start off this episode by defining what it means to have a personal brand and the impact it can have on your career, both positive and negative. I also share real-life examples of personal brands, including my own branding journey to establish Ball of Fire Coaching.
This episode is loaded with practical advice to refine your personal brand so it aligns with your professional goals. From assessing your unique strengths or crafting a compelling personal narrative, I cover steps you can take to define and embody your personal brand at work and home.
Tune in to learn how you can take charge of your personal brand and career!
TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Defining “personal brand” and why it’s importantHow personal branding can advance your careerExamples of effective personal brandsSteps to define your personal brandWhy leaders need to establish a personal brand
Have questions about defining and living your personal brand? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com


Connect with me:
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 


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Are you feeling the heat of leadership, either struggling to advance your career or feeling confident in your current role? In this episode, I’m joined by Shruti Rustagi to discuss key strategies to elevate your professional game and more effectively approach leadership.
Shruti starts by emphasizing three core areas to focus on: mindset, building a circle of influence, and viewing your career at a macro level to identify strengths and gaps. She does a deep dive into each, highlighting the importance of self-assessment, mentorship and mentoring, and cultivating confidence within oneself.
There’s a ton of actionable advice in this episode, including three mindset changes women can make to up their professional game, tips to overcome imposter syndrome, and how to set healthy boundaries that will reduce burnout in your role.
By changing how you approach your work, you can increase your growth potential and take charge of your career. Tune in to learn more!
TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Mindset changes for professional growthBoundary setting in the workplaceStrategies to level up in your careerBuilding and utilizing a network of supportThe importance of mentorship and mentoringTaking a macro view to assess skills and gapsOvercoming imposter syndrome and lack of confidenceWhat having a coach says about youLearn more about how an executive coach like Shruti Rustagi can help you! https://www.shrutirustagi.com
Connect with Shruti on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shrutirustagi/


Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with Bernadette and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall


Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com


Connect with Bernadette:
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 


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Gone are the days of authoritarian leadership meant to command and rigidly drive results. 

Nowadays, job seekers want to work for organizations that nurture relationships and empower their employees. And just as work culture has evolved, so have the rules of what makes an effective leader.
In this episode, learn what true leadership entails as I present the 12 attributes of a powerhouse leader. 

I dive into each attribute in detail, covering topics like the role of leaders in managing and inspiring a team, the importance of feedback and supporting team members, and more.
I also revisit how to navigate leadership in a VUCA world and guide your team through challenges.
Tune in to discover how you can transform your leadership style to thrive in today's dynamic world!


Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall
Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com


Connect and follow me me on Linkedin, Instagram and more.
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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How comfortable are you with being uncomfortable? 

This is one question Shauna Vassell of Koncave Coaching & Consulting asks her clients when they’re struggling to thrive in times of change.
Shauna is joining me in this episode to discuss her work building resilience in leaders by helping them embrace discomfort and identify areas for growth. She defines the true meaning of resilience in the workplace and shares insights on the importance of self-awareness, self-care, confidence and personal development in leadership.
During our conversation, we also explore strategies to nurture resilience and work through stressors, address resistance from team members, and create a team environment that models resilience and drives results.
Tune in to learn how you can better navigate change to become a resilient, powerhouse leader!
TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
Resilience and its role in leadershipSelf-awareness and willingness as an agent for changeBuilding resilience and confidenceProfessional development and defining your roleHow to motivate your teamPreparing your team for change

Connect with Shauna Vassell:
https://koncave.ca/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunav/


Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall
Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com


Connect with Bernadette:
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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Change is the only constant in life, so change is also inevitable in business. Especially in today’s world of new technologies and global crises, leaders must be able to adapt and manage the effects of this often chaotic and overwhelming change.
In this episode, I go over VUCA theory and its four components: volatility, uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity, as well as the impact of living in a VUCA world. You’ll learn why it’s important to embrace change as a leader, how to support your team during change and build their resilience, and how VUCA leadership can improve an organization's decision-making, risk management, creativity and more.
I also give tips on how to be an effective VUCA leader, and what you can do as a leader to stay ahead of the curve and find opportunity in change.
Tune in to find out how the principles of VUCA leadership can help you become a better leader in our ever-changing world!
TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
The concept of VUCA theoryWhat it means to live in a VUCA world and its impactThe benefits of VUCA leadershipAdapting to change as a leader and organizationHow to find opportunity in a VUCA worldTips to become a VUCA leader
Have questions about leading in a VUCA world? Book a call with Bernadette! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall

Connect with Bernadette:
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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Within every person is the ability to lead. Even if someone is naturally conflict-averse or lacks accountability, they have the potential to develop their skills and be a powerhouse leader — all they need is the confidence to embrace their power and find their own approach to leadership.
Dan Kopp of Leading Like A Buffalo is an expert in this area, so he’s joining me on the show to share his leadership tenets that can help anyone become a better leader. 

These tenets are a wonderful guide for leaders to discover and build upon their strengths that align with effective leadership. 

Dan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership,” dives deeper into all nine tenets, but today you’ll learn what it means to “lead like a buffalo” and “lead like King Arthur.”
In this episode, we also discuss the power of diversity, how to cultivate a culture that people want to work in, and the importance of taking care of your people. Plus, find out what small steps you can take to create an inclusive environment and
Tune in to learn how you can forge your own path and lead with confidence!
TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:
What it means to “lead like a buffalo”A leader’s responsibility to address issuesDan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership”Diversity and the King Arthur tenetHow he helps leaders and organizations prioritize diversityDavid’s tenet to take care of your peopleWhat holds people back from being a good leaderHow to start improving your leadership skills today

Learn more about Dan Kopp’s work with Leading Like A Buffalo! https://leadingbuffalo.com/
Follow Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dankoppleadership/
Grab Dan’s book, “The Power of Me Leadership,” here: https://www.tiny.cc/thepowerofmeleadership


Have questions beyond our discussion about how to become a powerhouse leader? Book a call with me and let’s talk! https://www.coachmebernadette.com/discoverycall


Download my eBook, The 3 ‘Must-Have’ Myths for Success, here: https://www.balloffirecoaching.com
Connect with Bernadette:
https://www.sheddingthecorporatebitch.com 
https://www.facebook.com/shifttorich  
https://www.instagram.com/balloffirebernadette 
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bernadetteboas 
https://www.twitter.com/shedthebitch 

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