The Workplace Revolution We Need: Emotional Intelligence, Authenticity & Belonging

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Discover transformative insights on emotional intelligence (EQ) in the workplace in our latest podcast episode featuring Farah Harris, author of "The Color of Emotional Intelligence." Learn how EQ fosters leadership, authenticity, and belonging in professional settings. Farah delves into the importance of embracing emotions at work, the detrimental effects of suppressing our true selves, and the power of inclusive leadership. Uncover strategies for breaking free from the practice of code-switching, and understand how embracing our full selves can lead to improved mental health and more cohesive work environments. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to revolutionize their workplace culture through emotional intelligence and authenticity.

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Episode 57: Unlearning Silence, why 'Just Speak Up' isn't enough

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Archita and Olivia are back with another episode of the Embracing Only Podcast and this time they are joined by Elaine Lin Hering, an author, facilitator and public speaker. Elaine makes a bold statement that “just speak up” is actually bad advice that leaders should not be encouraging in their team members. 

Elaine continues this sentiment by delving into how to be inclusive as a leader and how you need to design a communication strategy that benefits your whole team in order for everybody to be heard. They also speak about bullying in the workplace, choosing your battles and when staying silent as a leader becomes destructive. 

This is a deep dive into the importance of communication as a leader and how to create a team of both introverts and extroverts that feel consistently heard, valued and appreciated. This is an episode that every leader or aspiring leader needs to listen to.

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Episode 56: Unlock your potential - secrets to navigate career transitions

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In this empowering episode, Archita and Olivia discuss how to navigate career transitions with confidence and purpose. They share their personal experiences and offer valuable advice for making intentional choices that align with long-term goals. Despite facing challenges like layoffs and visa issues, Archita emphasizes staying focused on your goals.

Highlights include the importance of understanding your core purpose, embracing a growth mindset, and creating a roadmap for your career journey. They encourage listeners to be strategic when evaluating opportunities, create their own paths, and build a strong support network.

Tune in for an insightful conversation filled with actionable advice to help you approach change with clarity, purpose, and a sense of empowerment.

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Episode 55: Being bold and letting your feet do the talking

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Whether you are starting your career, transitioning to a new job, or aiming to redefine your experience in your current role, finding a sense of empowerment is key to unlocking your full potential. Martha Aviles, a marketing leader, shares strategies and insights on how to feel empowered in the workplace, in this episode of the Embracing Only Podcast.

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Episode 53: Embracing fear and the power of imperfect action

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Dive into our latest real talk episode, as Archita and Olivia, shed light on their journeys of conquering fears and embracing imperfect action. A potent blend of personal anecdotes, inspiring insights, and practical strategies, this episode is a must-listen for anyone feeling the tug of fear or hesitation in their path. Listen in to learn how both Olivia and Archita leveraged their fears to catalyze growth, and the power of taking imperfect action to navigate through life's many challenges.

Key takeaways from their conversation are:

  • Leverage fear as a pathfinder

  • Strategize and take action

  • The Power of Imperfect Action

  • Consistent Action Equals Growth

They discuss that no matter where we are in our professional lives, there's always room for change, discovery, and growth. Embracing discomfort and fear can often lead us to our true path and help us fulfill our mission in life. 

Tune in and take that first step towards imperfect action on your path to facing your fears!

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Episode 52: From the Cockpit to the Boardroom- Leadership Lessons from a Combat Veteran

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In this episode, we have the pleasure of interviewing retired Air Force Colonel, Kim "KC" Campbell, a fighter pilot who served in the Air Force for over 24 years. As a senior military leader, Kim led hundreds of Airmen both at home and abroad, and enabled them to succeed in their missions. She knows what it takes to be a successful leader, to inspire and empower high-performance teams to achieve success. Kim is passionate about leadership and feels strongly that leaders earn trust by leading with courage and connecting with their team.

In this episode, Kim shares her combat experience and leadership lessons that will motivate and inspire your team to be more confident when faced with adversity or uncertainty. She provides practical ideas and examples to improve trust and help your team prepare to face challenges in their personal or professional lives.

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