📜 Summary

In this episode of Leadership Beyond the Title, TaSheena Braxton and LaShaunique Plummer discuss the importance of leadership beyond formal titles, the journey of career pivots, and the significance of networking and personal development. LaShaunique shares her own career transition from procurement to HR and then to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need to navigate fear and embrace change. The conversation highlights practical steps for pivoting, the importance of relationships, and the necessity of adapting to the evolving job market. They also introduce an upcoming summit focused on power skills for career growth.

💎 Gems

• Career pivots are essential for growth and fulfillment.
• Networking is crucial for career transitions.
• Fear is a natural part of the pivoting process.
• Planning and preparation can ease the fear of change.
• Researching roles and industries is vital before making a move.
• Understanding your transferable skills is key to pivoting.
• Embrace the skill of pivoting in any economy.
• Building relationships can open doors to new opportunities.
• Pivoting can be both a micro and macro change in your career.

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📜 Summary

In this special episode, I'm celebrating my 44th birthday and one full year of Leadership Beyond the Title. I'm sharing the five biggest lessons that have shaped my leadership this year—how I learned to release judgment, do the inner work, lead my thoughts, stay consistent when no one's watching, and speak the truth even when it's hard. If you've ever wondered what it looks like to grow in public, this one's for you.

💎 Gems

• Leadership isn't about titles; it's about self-leadership.
• Self-judgment can hinder progress and authenticity.
• Real leadership starts with internal conversations.
• Consistency is more important than visibility.
• Authenticity requires courage and truth-telling.
• Mental leadership is crucial for personal growth.
• Healing old stories is essential for effective leadership.
• You cannot lead what you haven't faced.
• Building self-trust is a vital part of the journey.
• Your journey matters, even when it feels quiet.

📖 Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestones: A Year of Growth
02:36 The Power of Self-Leadership
06:03 Redefining Leadership: Conversations with Yourself
10:27 Mental Leadership: The Inner Dialogue
15:47 Consistency Over Visibility: Building Self-Trust
19:51 Authenticity as a Discipline: The Cost of Truth
23:46 Embracing the Journey: Leadership Beyond Titles

📜 Summary

In this conversation, TaSheena Braxton explores the intricate relationship between ego and leadership. She shares her personal journey of understanding how ego can hinder authentic leadership and emphasizes the importance of shifting from an ego-driven approach to a service-oriented leadership style. Through insights and practical advice, she encourages leaders to embrace vulnerability, redefine their beliefs about leadership, and prioritize the well-being of their teams over personal validation.

💎 Gems

• Ego can hinder authentic leadership.
• Leadership should focus on serving others.
• Mistakes are part of the learning process.
• Women in leadership face unique challenges.
• Visibility does not equate to safety.
• Ego is a protective element, not inherently bad.
• Shifting from ego to service requires self-reflection.
• Defining a personal leadership philosophy is crucial.
• Building trust is essential for effective leadership.
• Leadership is a collective effort, not a solo endeavor.

📖 Chapters

00:00 The Journey of Leadership Training
04:13 Understanding Ego in Leadership
10:39 The Impact of Ego on Performance
14:17 Signs of Leading from Ego
26:47 Shifting from Ego to Service
39:48 Embracing Servant Leadership

Where to Find TaSheena

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