[Ep#216] Handling Challenging Conversations and Building Fear-Resilient Leaders

Women In Leadership

Handling Challenging Conversations and Building Fear-Resilient Leaders

My guest today says, “There is no such thing as a fearless leader. But they CAN fear less.”

We are excited to bring you another insightful episode of the Women in Leadership podcast, where we dive deep into the strategies and mindset required to handle challenging conversations and build fear-resilient leaders.

Joining me on today’s show is Nancy Lyons.

Nancy is an author, a speaker, an entrepreneur/founder and a CEO. Her company, Clockwork is an experience design and technology consultancy.

Nancy shares her expertise on asking for what you want, setting boundaries, and embracing direct communication. We believe that this episode will empower you to fear less, embrace difficult conversations, and take courageous action in your leadership roles.

On today’s show, Nancy is going to share:

1. Learning how to ask for what you want
2. Learning how to say no
3. Learning how to have difficult conversations

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Jump straight to these golden nuggets:

[00:02:21] Twisty journey towards unexpected career in comedy.

[00:04:17] Various roles, coffee, props, daycare, limited opportunities.

[00:08:30] Star Trek fan envisions evolving tech audience.

[00:12:03] Confident leaders face fear and move forward.

[00:13:58] Confidence and courage: take that one step.

[00:19:59] How did you contribute? Are you clear?

[00:22:23] Supportive assertiveness fosters professional growth, self-awareness key.

[00:25:10] Struggling past, doing things you don't like.

[00:27:50] Conflict in feedback can be constructive.

[00:32:56] Blend respect and likability for effective leadership.

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