Welcome to the Defining Leaders podcast.
Defining Leaders was founded by the idea that together is better. We started as a virtual community that worked together to help develop and lift each other up, helping to boost one another’s careers and make work a better place to be. We wanted to grow that community. So, we decided to bring it here.
Many of us struggle to find support and direction within our professional journeys. Our companies and organizations struggle in developing their internal leaders, and don’t always know where to go for help.
We have created a community that focuses on helping our members find authentic connection, discovery, and empowerment so they can find a healthy, enjoyable, and fulfilling career.
With topics like “Find Your Purpose”, “Resilience”, and “Moving from Player to Coach”, In each episode we tackle challenging issues that we face today and hear real life stories of those that have been there, gaining from their experiences. We will also hear stories from those who have struggled. Because you’re not in this alone.
We are real, community based, passion driven, and accepting. We want to make sure you feel at home, and have an opportunity to find your growth here.
I’m your host, Kristin Gupta, The Connector of People.
You’re invited to join our community and share your story at www.kristinadvising.com
Inclusion is one of the most important values that we can foster in the workplace. When employees feel like they are a part of a team, and that their unique perspectives are valued, they are more likely to be productive and innovative. In this episode, we will discuss how to create a culture that values inclusivity. We also explore the benefits of building such a culture in business. How can we build cultures that value inclusivity? If our workplaces foster a sense of inclusion by providing opportunities for individuals to celebrate their differences, what happens in business?
8 Aug 2022
Defining Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Part of the barrier to getting started building a DE&I strategy is not knowing the difference between these three concepts, and therefore how to address each. To help get us started, we’ve broken down the individual parts: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Let's define the terms.
As leaders, we need to be aware of the different types of mined resources and how to use them effectively. Diversity, equity and inclusion is a process that requires commitment and action from everyone involved. In this episode you'll hear from the group as they discuss what it means to define diversity, equity and inclusion, and discuss some of the challenges that businesses face when trying to create an inclusive workplace. Find out some tips on how you can get started.
25 Jul 2022
Virtual Events that Have Value
The internet has transformed the way we live and work, and virtual events are one of the most exciting aspects of this new era. Virtual events have many advantages over traditional in-person events, including increased reach and flexibility. However, some people worry that virtual events lack the personal touch that makes in-person events so special.
In this episode Kristin and her group discuss the importance of choosing the right platform and equipment, as well as the need to create engaging content that will appeal to your target audience. Do you want to know how to be a better attendee of virtual events? Or, how to lead excellent ones? This week's discussion is adding value to the way you attend and lead these events. Virtual events are not going away. Learning how to master this skill will drastically help now and in the future!
11 Jul 2022
Leadership is Influence
What is the secret to most great leaders? It’s not title or position that makes them who they are or what they become. It is their power to influence those around them.
In this episode of the show, Kristin and her group discuss Leadership is Influence. In particular, they talk about how a leader is someone who can influence others to achieve a common goal. They discuss the different ways in which people can exert their influence, and how effective leadership depends on understanding the needs and motivations of those being led. The conversation is informative and thought-provoking, offering listeners valuable insights into what it takes to be an effective leader.
23 May 2022
Overcoming Leadership Obstacles
Leadership means facing challenges head-on. In this episode, you'll hear from the group as they discuss how to overcome challenges in leadership. As a leader, you have to know what obstacles lie ahead because a leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. Find out the key principles to building a strong foundation in order to be prepared as a leader to lead your team in the right direction.
9 May 2022
Crucial Conversations
We've come to learn in leadership that crucial conversation requires a two-way street. Wherein, when you give feedback, you'll also have to be open to receiving it by actively listening. In this episode, you'll find out more about how important it is to have a foundation of trust and that having relationships is crucial as well for handling crucial conversations successfully and being able to talk with sincerity and integrity.
25 Apr 2022
Fostering a Culture Where People Thrive
In order to create a successful business, it's important to foster a culture where people can thrive. This means creating an environment that is positive and supportive, where employees feel valued and appreciated. It's also important to have clear goals and expectations, so employees know what is expected of them. By creating a positive workplace culture, you'll be able to attract and retain top talent, which will help your business succeed.
In this episode you`ll hear the group share their thoughts about why people stay and why do people go? In the time of the great resignation, we are discussing how to foster a culture of loyalty where people not only stay but thrive.
11 Apr 2022
Improving Performance with Cynthia Andersen
In this episode of Defining Leaders, Kristin is joined by Cynthia Andersen, a Director at AITP-Chicago. Cynthia and Kristin talk about improving performance, motivating others, and getting things done.
Cynthia shares her thoughts on prioritizing and re-prioritizing to inspire action. She also shares the acronym that she learned in the session. Tune in to this episode to master the little things so you can see how far you can go!
Episode Highlights
01:30 – One was reprioritizing. You have to constantly realize what you’re trying to accomplish and prioritize what you`re doing, and reprioritize.
06:40 – If we can hire the right person to get the job done sometimes that is closer to money, if we can be better at doing this or we have the right people in the right seats often that’s closer to the money.
07:31 – Staying consistent, jotting things down especially if you`re doing things over and over again, have a system for that or if you`re a business or company, investing in programs or systems to be able to make your people's lives easier.
09:25 – Some people thought about their careers and you talk about recognition. How do they get recognized on what they've accomplished but also how can they be a contributor to the company to make it more successful.
10:27 – All of us have the same amount of time in our day, some people accomplish great things and some people get overwhelmed by all the little things that they can't even accomplish.
Contact with Kristin
Website (https://www.kristinadvising.com/)
Contact with Cynthia
Linkedin (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthiaandersenpmp/)
28 Mar 2022
Reinventing Normal
In this episode of Defining Leaders, Kristin is joined by Laurie Chamberlin. Laurie is the CEO of LHH Recruitment Solutions of the Adecco Group's U.S. legal recruitment, consulting and solutions division. Laurie shares her professional background and explains how they handled the company during the pandemic.
Laurie talks about her thoughts in reinventing normal and why it is important for today's organizations. Tune in to this episode to hear more interesting insight about reinventing normal.
14 Mar 2022
Focus on the Future While Optimizing the Now - Authentic Leadership
In today’s episode, we’ve invited Matt Ley, Principal at Flip The Script, an expert consultant working with companies to align their strategies to their business goals to maximize results. Matt will help us through the conversation on how we can vision forward to the future in our business while at the same time ensuring today is run well.
The conversation started by Matt giving us a few important points to consider especially now that so much is happening and there’s so many blurred lines when it comes to roles in companies. He gave us clarity on different concepts such as leadership vs management, vision vs integration, responsibility vs accountability and titles vs activities. He addresses an important topic on responsibilities in companies.
Listen in this episode and learn about what you could do to focus on the future while optimizing today.
28 Feb 2022
Your Personality Trait – Redefined
In this episode of Defining Leaders, Kristin is joined by Sara Deacon, Leona Kimball, Fabio Bonacquisto, Jennifer Patrick and Rick Kent to talk about rediscovering your personality and getting to know a little bit more about it. During the Defining Leader’s webinar, the group took an assessment called 16 Personalities which jump started the podcast today. They started by talking about each of their results and as the conversation got deeper, the group then started analyzing what each of the letters mean.
The group shared some amazing analysis about the 16 Personalities assessment that will help anyone who wants to take the test. They reiterate the importance of appreciating and being comfortable with who you are versus comparing yourself with other people. We tend to overlook who we are because we’re so caught up with comparing ourselves with the perfect version of other people. It’s important to embrace ourselves, especially our traits and personalities.
14 Feb 2022
Living Your Purpose
In today’s episode, Kristin is joined by Sara Deacon, Fabio Bonacquisto, Julie Weigand and Caryn Willens to talk about living your purpose. Oftentimes we tend to dim our light just because we’re afraid of showing others our capabilities. We’re afraid of being judged or not achieving the standards of society which gets in the way of showing our true potential. It’s important to remember that holding back our authentic selves will only lead to depriving the world of our gifts and talents.
The group begins the conversation by sharing their thoughts on a video they all previously watched about living your purpose by Lisa Nichol. Each of the members shared inspiring realizations from the video. They reiterate the importance of letting your light shine and not allowing fear to hold you back. Towards the end of the episode, Kristin shared a wonderful poem c
24 Jan 2022
Define Your Purpose
In this episode, Kristin is joined by Peter Stipan, Sara Deacon and Caryn Simmons to talk about defining your purpose in life. Identifying your purpose is essential in living your best life. If you know what your purpose is, it’ll give you an opportunity to enhance it and use it. Having a sense of purpose can help you survive the challenges that life gives you. The group started the conversation by talking about their own purposes in life.
As the conversation gets deeper, the group talks about embracing change when it comes to our purpose in life. Change helps us to move forward gracefully and there’s nothing wrong if your purpose in life changes.
The conversation ends with Kristin sharing the 5 key takeaways in the topic.
10 Jan 2022
Find Your Differentiator
In today’s episode, Kristin is joined by Katie Conley, Fabio Bonacquisto, Sara Deacon, Wendy Terwelp and Rich Grobelny to talk about finding what’s unique about us. It’s important to embrace our unique personalities and traits in order for us to grow more. We sometimes forget to appreciate the things we are great at because of all the things happening around us. The group begins by talking about the importance of knowing your differentiator.
As the conversation gets deeper, they talk about vulnerability and how it contributes to knowing your differentiator. It can be scary to be vulnerable sometimes but it’s also important in knowing your true self. Being vulnerable can help you find out who you are as a person.
The conversation ends with each sharing their differentiators to the group.
27 Dec 2021
The Pursuit of Happiness
Kristin is joined by Rick Kent, Sarah Deakin, Julie Weigand and Ann Wicker to talk about finding real happiness in our lives. They begin by talking about what real happiness is and how you acknowledge it in your life. Happiness can be different for everyone but the key is to appreciate the things around us.
The conversation got deeper as it revolves around the mindset you should have to appreciate the happiness that you receive in your life. We are sometimes so focused on the next big thing in our lives that we don’t capture the happiness that the present time brings us.
The conversation ended by talking about taking a moment to appreciate the little things in life.
13 Dec 2021
Virtual Leadership
Kristin is joined by Sandy Cleveland and Peter Stipan to discuss improving leadership in a virtual world. They talk about how the shift to a virtual work environment has influenced how we lead our teams and how it’s changed our businesses.
The conversation focuses on challenges to moving to a virtual platform including setting up a virtual or hybrid structure, increasing the level of engagement, building trust in a virtual environment, and the lack of connection without face-to-face connectivity.
They also discuss what is going well and the positive outcomes of moving into a virtual workspace.
22 Nov 2021
Core values
Welcome to the first episode of the Defining Leaders podcast. In this podcast, your host Kristin Gupta will share some learnings and real-life examples from real people. She will talk about how they’re changing their lives and becoming stronger leaders, developing themselves, discovering more about themselves, and growing together - because together is better. In this episode, Kristin shares a few things about core values.
Episode highlights
02:24 - Create community. We support each other and build each other up.
02:55 - Explore different perspectives. Learning from other people helps us to grow.
05:23 - Thrive. Are you finding some ways to thrive? Or are you just showing up?
Contact
Kristin Gupta website (https://www.kristinadvising.com/)
19 Nov 2021
Introducing The Defining Leaders Podcast With Kristin Gupta
Welcome to the Defining Leaders podcast.
Defining Leaders was founded by the idea that together is better. We started as a virtual community that worked together to help develop and lift each other up, helping to boost one another’s careers and make work a better place to be. We wanted to grow that community. So, we decided to bring it here.
Many of us struggle to find support and direction within our professional journeys. Our companies and organizations struggle in developing their internal leaders, and don’t always know where to go for help.
We have created a community that focuses on helping our members find authentic connection, discovery, and empowerment so they can find a healthy, enjoyable, and fulfilling career.
With topics like “Find Your Purpose”, “Resilience”, and “Moving from Player to Coach”, In each episode we tackle challenging issues that we face today and hear real life stories of those that have been there, gaining from their experiences. We will also hear stories from those who have struggled. Because you’re not in this alone.
We are real, community based, passion driven, and accepting. We want to make sure you feel at home, and have an opportunity to find your growth here.
I’m your host, Kristin Gupta, The Connector of People
You’re invited to join our community and share your story at kristinadvising.com (https://www.kristinadvising.com/)
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