Hey Reader, Episode 9 of the un-Corporate Leader Podcast has dropped — where this week we tackle one of the most misused phrases in leadership: Culture Fit. You know what it's like — something feels off with a team member, and you can't quite put your finger on it. So you call it a culture fit issue. But if that's all you've got, that's a problem — and a legal and bias risk you don't want to ignore. Handled correctly though, culture fit is one of the most powerful tools you have as a leader....
26 days ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, One week in and we are 240 downloads and counting. I love seeing the reviews and hearing about the impact that the un-Corporate Leader podcast is having. This is my favorite new leadership podcast! The conversations are relevant, engaging and full of takeaways that can be applied in real-world leadership and HR situations. Highly recommend for anyone who cares about building strong teams and leading with intention. No one ever said this was going to be easy, but it sure is fun....
30 days ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Welcome to Episode 8 of the un-Corporate Leader Podcast — where this week we tackle one of the most common frustrations I hear from leaders: What do I do when I have a talent problem? You know what it's like — someone on your team isn't delivering, and you're already mentally drafting the corrective action plan. But what if the issue isn't them? What if the real gap is clarity — and it starts with you? In this week's episode, we'll cover: Why focusing on talent too soon can...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hello Reader, Have you ever reached the end of a week and thought: wow, a lot happened this week — and meant it in the best possible way? Not the overwhelmed, exhausted kind of "a lot." The feel-good, neurochemical kind. 😊 It's been a while since I've had a week like that — one where I felt genuinely grounded, happy, and joyful. But this was that week. The un-Corporate Leader officially launched. Many of you have been with me for a while — following along, cheering me on, watching this idea...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Episode 6 is live and it’s a good one: 3 Steps to Influence any Exec. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcast or via Web. Inside today's show: You know the moment. You've laid out the perfect rollout plan for your project, program, or strategy — and then you're asked to have just one more conversation with that exec. You happily schedule a quick 30-minute chat, fully expecting it to wrap in 15. But you're barely two slides in when the whole thing goes sideways. If that sounds familiar,...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, I've been thinking a lot about the launch of my rebrand — the website, podcast, and coaching program — and how differently this launch has gone compared to when I started my first coaching practice nearly 15 years ago. Over the years, I've learned a few things about running a business, marketing, and communication. But more importantly, I've learned some valuable lessons about myself. The woman I was back then was still finding her way. If things weren't just right, I would scrap...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Welcome to Episode 5 of the un-Corporate Leader Podcast — where we focus on Executive Presence. In a world where it is hard to determine what the "right" Leadership Qualities are, we explore the amorphous world of Executive Presence, what it is, and the 3 Leadership Strategies you need to execute against to be seen as a true leader. You can be the best at your job, but if you aren't seen as having Executive Presence there will be a limit to how far you can go. Don't just focus on...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Episode 4 of the un-Corporate Leader podcast is live and available on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Even if you have done all the work to create the best Strategic Plan, it doesn't guarantee that your team will execute against the plan. Because of this you must focus on one thing and one thing only to ensure success. That said, this is something that is simple, but it isn't always easy. So, grab your drink of choice to listen to this week’s episode. Best, Silvia Join the Community! If...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader, Welcome to Episode 3 of the un-Corporate Leader Podcast — where we focus on the 5 questions that help create a best-in-class Strategic Plan. Find the episode on Apple Podcast or Spotify Here is the thing, if you are feeling pulled in all directions, asked to do more with less, while constantly putting out other people's fires, then you may have a problem with your Strategic Plan Process. There have been moments when I've inherited a team, gone into an interim gig and found that...
2 months ago • 1 min read