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Welcome to leaders upgraded. The place where people who want to upgrade and fast track their career, their life and their leadership journey tend to gather. I shall be speaking to the top 10% of the world’s leading authors, CEOs coaches and thinkers to bring you some of the best and brilliant ideas to fast track your way to success. Would you like an upgrade? Let’s do this. www.leadersupgraded.com
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How do I get a promotion at work? How do I advocate for myself without sounding like I’m bragging? How can I succeed at that next level if I’m already overwhelmed? How do I deal with a terrible manager while trying to lead my own team? Do I really have to network? We are going to cover all that and more on The Upgraded Career Podcast. Your host, Nicole Case, spent more than a decade in corporate HR roles and now as a speaker and coach for women leaders. She’s seen countless women stall out o ...
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Send us a text 🌟Are you ready to break free from the 9-to-5 grind and thrive as an independent professional? 🌟 Join us on this episode of the Leaders Upgraded Podcast, where Adrian Tan, author of "No More Bosses." shares his compelling journey from the constraints of corporate life to the liberating world of solopreneurship. If you're curious about…
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Send us a text ❓ Are you ready to simplify your organizational strategy and make it actionable? ❓ Curious about how inclusive leadership can reshape your strategic approach? This time, I'm joined by the brilliant Jeroen Kruijenbrink, a renowned strategy and leadership consultant from the Netherlands. Jeroen Kruijenbrink brings years of expertise in…
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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how a coaching mindset can revolutionize the way you lead? Are you ready to transform your leadership style and unlock the true potential of your team? We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of the Leaders Upgraded Podcast featuring none other than Marcia Reynolds, the fifth president of the Internationa…
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Send us a text Let’s talk about something we all know but rarely address head-on The profound impact of performance pressure, ego, and control on team dynamics. When these forces are at play, they can create a toxic environment where collaboration takes a backseat, and everyone starts working in silos. The pressure to perform can drive people to fo…
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Send us a text Are you ready to embrace your unique story and redefine leadership? Are you curious about how your distinct experiences can drive innovation? We're thrilled to announce the latest episode of Leaders Upgraded, featuring the remarkable Nilofer Merchant, TEDx speaker and Thinker's Future Award winner! In this episode, Nilofer unveils th…
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Send us a text 🌱 Feeling overwhelmed? Let’s turn that into your advantage. Enter Andrew Bryant, the self-leadership maestro featured in our riveting new podcast episode: "The Art of Self-Leadership and Resilience." Andrew isn’t just another leadership coach he is a pioneer of self leadership, and a beacon for navigating stormy weathers with grace a…
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Send us a text Ever wanted influence without authority ? Then you want to listen to our latest podcast with Melody Wilding who is a best-selling Author of TRUST YOURSELF, Award-Winning Executive Coach to Sensitive Strivers, LinkedIn Top Voice, Keynote Speaker, Professor of Human Behavior, HBR Contributor 🎧 This episode tackles the real stuff: How d…
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Send us a text Ready to supercharge your personal growth journey? Our latest episode features the incredible James Altucher! 🎙️💡 James is a Top 10 LinkedIn influencer, prolific writer, successful entrepreneur, chess master, and venture capitalist. He is the author of the Wall Street Journal Best Selling books: 'Choose Yourself', and The Power of No…
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Send us a text 🎙️Are you intrigued by the allure of the gig economy? Wondering how to swap your corporate badge for a gig that's all your own? Is gig work all that it is made out to be ? Come join us for a reality check, and no hold barred conversation of what life can look like on the other side of the fence. In the latest episode of the Leaders u…
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Send us a text Ready to elevate your personal brand and networking game in the digital age? Join us for the latest episode of our podcast with Sree Sreenivasan, Former Chief Digital Officer of NYC, Met Museum, and Columbia. Sree shares his inspiring journey from job loss to seizing growth opportunities through strategic online engagement. His story…
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Send us a text Ready to revolutionize your career narrative? Join us for a conversation with Monique Valcour , where we uncover the secrets to crafting sustainable careers in today's dynamic landscape. Ever wondered how to align your strengths, passions, and values for lasting career fulfillment? Or perhaps you're curious about navigating the gig e…
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Have you evaluated your goals lately? Sometimes it's not about whether you meet your goal, it's about knowing when it's time to change course or quit the goal altogether. This week on the podcast, I'm sharing: -How to assess your goals progress -Signs it's time to quit the goal -Alternatives to quitting the goal Full show notes and transcript can b…
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Send us a text In our latest episode, we sit down with David, a former Chief Marketing Officer, who turned the page on his high-flying corporate career to embark on a transformative sabbatical that reshaped his definition of success. 🔦 This isn't just a story about taking time off; it's a deep dive into the emotional upheaval and invigorating self-…
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Feeling overwhelmed, overworked, and underutilized? Maybe all that work you are doing isn't meant for you? Effective delegation is really hard for ambitious and driven people to get the hang of. But not empowering your team to meet their potential is also keeping you stuck in the weeds and without that promotion you deserve. In this episode, I shar…
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Professionalism is an illusion we’ve been sold. If we’re honest, the concept of professionalism often masks the realities of workplace dynamics, leading us into a deceptive cycle. The world is changing though and holding onto antiquated norms might impede organizational advancement (or existence). Join me this week for a conversation with the incre…
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No one likes to fail. It feels uncomfortable and can be embarrassing. But failure also puts us in positions to grow. When we embrace failure, it allows us to build confidence. This week, fitness trainer Lindsay Arias and I delve into the incredible power of failure and how it fuels confidence, both within and beyond the gym. In this episode, we are…
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Send us a text What if your are in field X but want to go in field Y ? What is the most powerful question you can ask a hiring manager when they close the interview (This will be solid gold advice)? What do people not understand about the backstage of the hiring process? And who is the person you have to convince most when you switch a field? This …
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In a world of corporate layoffs and quiet quitting, where we are more disconnected and disengaged at work than ever before, how do we increase productivity, retention, and employee satisfaction? We create cultures of belonging. Full show notes and transcript can be found here. In this episode, we talk with Wendy Gates Corbett about: What does belon…
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Send us a text Navigating the corporate jungle just got easier! Our latest podcast episode is a must-listen for anyone facing the heat of toxic work environments and the complex maze of office politics. Join us as we sit down with Pete Havel the insightful author of "The Arsonist in the Office," and dive deep into the world of workplace dynamics. W…
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Setting clear goals and specific actions is important. But most people forget a critical step in goal setting that will ensure you will be happy and satisfied with achieving your goals. In this episode, I share how setting intentions on how you want to feel and the pace you want to make progress on your goals for sustainable success in the new year…
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How was your last year? How are you feeling about moving into this new year? In this episode, I share two journal exercises. One to close out last year - especially if it was a tough one. And one to move forward into the new year with hope and optimism. Full transcript and show notes here. Click here to see all my other goal-setting episodes in one…
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This time of year can feel overwhelming and chaotic. Things may have pilled up over the last few months or you've been meaning to organize that desk drawer. But there is something nice about a fresh start on January 1st. I'm sharing the 5 things to review to reset and refresh before the new year. These are great things to do even if you aren't quit…
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Send us a text Big Data. Automation. Data Mining. Yuck! Have you been to any conference on the future of work or leadership recently? Then you know how freely some terms are tossed around just to impress - big data is one of them. Nobody seems to know what to do with it or how best to use it but that does not seem to stop a bunch of people from try…
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“We are all running our own races. Keep your eyes on your own track.” That’s great advice - and something I often remind my clients of. But trust me, I can struggle with career envy and comparison at times. This fall, I attended a lot of events and was surrounded by some amazing professionals who are totally crushing it. But instead of being inspir…
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Send us a text Ever wondered what it truly means to be an authentic leader in today's fast-paced world? Brace yourselves for a transformative experience as we delve into the latest podcast episode featuring the illustrious leadership guru, Herminia Ibarra! Join us in unpacking the secrets of leadership development, authenticity, gender stereotypes,…
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You can be grateful for your job and still want more. Two things can be true at the same time. In this week’s episode, I share: -Finding gratitude in your job even when it feels hard -Discovering the purpose of your job in this season -Considering an external opportunity does not mean you are disloyal -How to decide if it is time to move on Full tr…
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Send us a text Get ready for our newest podcast episode, featuring the one and only trailblazer, Azran Osman-Rani – the former CEO of AirAsiaX and iFlix. In this episode, we plunge headfirst into Azran's audacious path to triumph and discover how he fearlessly shattered conventions, welcoming change as the driving force behind innovation. Tune in n…
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Do you struggle with your personal and professional identity? ➡️One person at work ➡️Another outside of work When what you really want is to show up just as a complete person, right?! This week on the podcast I invited my friend Mel McSherry to join me and discuss identities: ✨What identity is ✨Outside of work ✨Incorporating it inside of wo…
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Send us a text 🌐 As an 8-time social media influencer, I've seen firsthand the incredible power of social media in forging connections, fostering global learning, and unlocking game-changing opportunities. 💼✨ But here's the twist: many corporate leaders still stand at the edge of the social media universe, wrestling with doubts like: 🤔 "What if I s…
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We are all under pressure to deliver more with less. At the same time, we are already overworked, overwhelmed, and exhausted. And the last thing we need is another meeting on our calendar. But if done well, this meeting can actually replace other meetings or emails or Slack threads that are not as effective. Plus, your can increase the engagement a…
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With RTO mandates becoming more common, you might find yourself wondering what to wear to the office. Are we still doing business casual? What does that even mean? Whether we like it or not, we are judged (consciously or unconsciously) first based on what we look like before we are judged by what we say or do. If that is the reality, then let's opt…
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We know that building our networks is important in our careers but we often resist the next step which is to actually leverage them. In this week’s episode, we are talking about why we resist asking for help or a favor from our network and what leveraging our internal and external networks can do for our careers. Full show notes and transcript can …
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Send us a text Are you ready to challenge traditional notions of success? We have an insightful conversation with the brilliant Frans Johansson, CEO and founder of the Medici Group and author of The Click Moment. 📚 Frans enlightens us about the unpredictable ingredients of success – serendipity and randomness. He argues that success isn't just abou…
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Your boss asks you if you have the capacity to take on another project. You say yes but realize later you’ve taken on too much. When we are planning out our work we often forget about the invisible tasks and mental load that also take up time - leaving us feeling overwhelmed and like failures. In this episode, time management strategies, Kelly Nola…
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Send us a text Exciting news for all the business enthusiasts out there! Our latest podcast episode is a must-listen. We dive into the fascinating world of Frugal Innovation with the brilliant Navi Raju. Navi is an Indian-French-American Scholar and Speaker on Jugaad, Frugal Innovation and Wise Leadership; Ranked Global Top 50 Management Thinker; T…
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What you do is special. In your own special way. This is what sets you apart from everyone else. It’s why you get promotions, get the new job, and have all the clients wanting to work with you. But how do you know what your secret sauce is? It can be hard to figure this out because it’s so often something that we see as basic or obvious - but it’s …
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Send us a text In our latest episode, we delve into an exciting discussion with our guest, Daniel Pink, He has written seven books; five of them are New York Times bestsellers. He was a host and a co-executive producer of the National Geographic Channel social science TV series Crowd Control. From 1995 to 1997, he was the chief speechwriter for Vic…
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What does it mean to be an Upgraded Leader? In this episode, I share: -How important it is to grow more leaders on your team -A productivity hack and career development tool all in one -How to handle a poor performer -Impact of your physical and mental health on work performance -Using our privilege for good Full transcript and show notes at https:…
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Send us a text Get ready as we take you through a thrilling journey into the world of misfit entrepreneurs with our special guest, Alexa Clay, author of The Misfit Economy. The Misfit Economy- Alexa Clay explores underground economies of misfits to uncover lessons in change and innovation. Misfits and Entrepreneurship Strategies -Misfits redefining…
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You set some amazing goals at the bringing of the year but have you gone back to review them? Taking the time to reflect gives us the opportunity to see how far we've come and what adjustments we need to make. Today on the podcast I'm taking you behind the scenes as I do my own Mid-Year Review! I share: -Why it's important to do a mid-year review o…
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You’ve got a full plate already and taking the time to give feedback sometimes gets pushed down on our to-do list. ⠀ When you give regular feedback to employees you are signaling to them the things that are important to you and the business so that they are able to focus on so that things get done and goals are met. ⠀ It also helps to build better …
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Send us a text Listen to the latest episode of the Leaders Upgraded Podcast as we are joined by New York Times bestselling author John Acuff to discuss the essential aspects of building a successful career and navigating through its various transitions and challenges. The Key Takeaways from the podcast will be: The Power of Upgrading Your Career : …
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Send us a text Get ready to dive into a thought-provoking discussion with the iconic Seth Godin where you will learn: How to - feel the fear and do it anyway What is - worse than failure? What is - the connections economy & the key to success in it? What is - a signpost that you are doing your best work? Visit www.leadersupgraded.com to know more. …
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We are told feedback is a gift. Whether it's from our boss, customers, or even our family. But not all feedback is created equal! It's not always accurate or is just someone's opinion. We get to choose what feedback we are going to act on or not: even if it is from our boss or customer. In today's episode, I cover: Why feedback can be incredibly us…
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Do you suffer from perfectionism? It's something that is really common with us high-achieving business owners and corporate leaders. It can be so frustrating because we know perfection isn't possible but it can still hold us back if we don't recognize it. In today's episode, I'm sharing the 7 sneaky ways perfection can show up and we do not realize…
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We spend so much time and energy trying to fix ourselves. We are obsessed with self-help! But what would happen if we redirected that energy to amplify our strengths? The things we are already good at? The answer is an Upgraded life, career, and business! In this episode, we talk about: Why focusing on our strengths is a better use of our energy Ho…
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Our strengths are incredibly powerful clues into what roles we would thrive in vs. what roles we would be miserable in. And work is hard enough! How do we figure out our strengths and then determine what roles would be best for us? In this episode, Ahlia Kitwana covers: Using your strengths to demonstrate your value at work How to use your strength…
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Do you ever find yourself procrastinating on something? A conversation, an email, a simple task. But if it’s not the thing itself that you are having the most trouble with you could be experiencing resistance. Resistance is the negative emotion associated with the task or action we don’t want to take. It’s rooted in fear or shame and can hold us ba…
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"When is it more than working too hard?" As highly motivated women, there are definitely times when we push ourselves and burn the candle at both ends. You know the feelings: 👉Fatigue 👉Exhaustion 👉Low Energy 👉Brain Fog 👉Declining work performance But how do we know when it’s something more? On this episode of the podcast, my special guest Dr. Susan…
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