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Today's throwback episode details what it takes to become an empowered, high-impact leader as a woman (or man).  Listen up for: Why you should avoid being too nice and be this instead.  How to make sure you never get overlooked for another opportunity or promotion Why some people who claim to pay it forward should really start paying it backward. What keeps women (and men) from getting what they want out of their career and love life? The connection between cars, planes, and how to define your personal success strategy. If you're feeling more confident after this episode, convince a fellow leader to listen and click the share button. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram  and LinkedIn  Visit KellySymone.com to take advantage of the weekend sale. Sale expires on 4/2/23 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla        

You're working hard to lead well, but do you know how to live well? True life-work balance is less about juggling and more about authentically integrating your professional and personal life in a way that works for you. Today's episode is part one of a series focusing on the critical life lessons every leader learns to create a life that's fun, fulfilling, and full of abundance.  Listen up for: If you're not doing this one thing– no amount of networking, advanced degrees or awesome results will get you promoted.  What every leader and project manager listens for to manage stakeholders and project sponsors more effectively. The number one job of every leader and why it's NOT to make sure nothing bad happens. The difference between playing to win vs playing not to lose–and how to make sure you're doing the former, not the latter.  If you're feeling more confident after this episode, convince a fellow leader to listen and click the share button.   Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram   and LinkedIn    Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla        

Anybody can set a SMART goal, but do you know how to set a God-sized goal? If you’ve ever wondered how you can master the mindset of achieving BIG goals that matter, this episode is for you! Discover the spiritual strategies and winning mindset you need for turning big-picture vision into everyday reality. Listen up for: What most people overlook when setting goals and how to avoid failure and disappointment by doing this first. How to determine the difference between what your team needs vs what they want and why you should focus on delivering both. Why praying for a recipe or formula for achieving your goals is keeping you immature and stunting your (and your team’s) growth. How a screw-up, a shepherd, and a housewife avoided “obedience obsession” and demonstrated what you should do when you don’t have a blueprint or instruction manual to follow. If you're feeling more confident after this episode, convince a fellow leader to listen and click the share button.   Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram   and LinkedIn    Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla   Biblical references for this episode:   Prodigal son: Luke 15:11-22 David: 1 Samuel 17 Hannah: 1 Samuel 1, 2:1-11, 18-21

Congratulations on your promotion!  We all know the first 90 days in a new job are important for making a great impression, getting a handle on your new management responsibilities, and figuring out how you're going to be successful while being your authentic self. Whether you're a brand new leader or a seasoned veteran who needs a little refresher, this episode is full of tips and strategies for nailing your first 90 days and launching your next phase as a leader the right way. Listen up for: This spiritual practice that guarantees you will have all the resources and answers you need.  The 3-5 people you absolutely must meet during your first 90 days to make sure you don't sink under all your new responsibilities. Hint: Your boss is not on this list! The one sheet of paper that you'll hang up as your North Star so that you can show up as your authentic self every day. If you're feeling more confident after this episode, convince a fellow leader to listen and click the share button. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram   and LinkedIn  Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla

Performance reviews are every leader's favorite leadership responsibility, right? If your answer is an emphatic No!, check out this breakdown of how to write a great performance review and get rid of writer's block and anxiety for good. Listen up to: Write your reviews faster and deliver better quality feedback by using the Zoom method. Let's go over an example together. Find out how to avoid receiving death stares, tears, and confused looks from your team by abiding by this important rule.  Set yourself up for success even if you waited until the last minute to start. If you're feeling more confident after this episode, convince a fellow leader to listen and click the share button. And, of course, if you need a deeper dive into performance management and want to practice with some case studies, register for the live Raving Reviews workshop here. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram   and LinkedIn  Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla

Feeling like you've been stuck in quicksand and can't get traction on your goals? This episode talks about a seldom discussed but important topic in leadership development...fear. Find out the #1 reason why leaders make bad decisions and how you can avoid the trap. Learn a simple framework for recognizing when you're feeling confident vs when fear has you shook up. Get a taste of what my group coaching sessions are like Grab a pen + paper and let's put fear in its place! Links mentioned: Episode 14- Positioned to Profit     Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram   and LinkedIn  Apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator here: bit.ly/apply4cla  

Can't figure out why you keep getting passed over for promotions and opportunities? This episode will help you identify how you can get unstuck and breakthrough to your next level.   Free audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.    

Welcome to Season 2 of the Kelly Symone Podcast! We’re back with an addition to our Leadership Lessons series that digs into current events and studies the greats (and ain’ts) to upgrade our leadership skills! This time we’re taking a look at The Joe Budden Podcast, a popular music lifestyle show, for inspiration on: Releasing the pressure to be the perfect leader The #1 thing every leader MUST do to successfully navigate their personal & professional relationships, ESPECIALLY when working with friends Mastering your secret sauce  How to recover from setbacks and mistakes Free audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, LinkedIn, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.    

This week on the Kelly Symone Podcast, we recap the first season's major themes and favorite episodes.  Stay tuned for Season 2 coming soon!   Free audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

This episode lays a spiritual foundation for getting what you want in your career and your life. We're digging into the mindset that every leader needs for aiming at the right targets & consistently hitting the mark.    We'll cover: The one factor that separates aspiring leaders from great leaders– it's not what you think. How framing your desires in this specific way will guarantee the outcome every time. The 6-month test that completely changes your career & upgrades your life! Grab your bible & let's go!     Free audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks   For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast   Share, like, and comment.   Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com   Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

What if there really isn't a secret to becoming a great leader? What if you just need to focus on TWO key areas of performance & you'll become the kind of leader everyone loves to follow? Well, you don't have to "what if," because it's TRUE. Today's episode is spilling the not-so-secret traits of all truly great leaders AND telling you what to focus on to upgrade your leadership skills: What employees say are the top 2 flaws of bad bosses & how you can avoid them The 3-part strategy that helps you identify the perfect project to pursue The difference between star individual contributors and star leaders How to rate your leadership effectiveness using the 6-month test Grab a notebook & let's go! Audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

Does your boss make it hard for you to do your job? Do you feel like your manager is constantly sabotaging your success? Do you dread seeing your boss when you log onto your Zoom meeting or walk into the office? The saying goes that people don't leave companies, they leave leaders. Before you resign, let me help you. Today's episode is all about what to do when you are working with a leader you don't like, who doesn't like you or is just incompetent. I'm sharing three keys to avoiding burning out, breaking down, and quitting before you lose your cool. We'll cover: The #1 influence on your career success How I coached one of my clients to shift her mindset before having the "big talk" with her horrible boss A simple strategy to get what you want– whether your boss likes you or not The major key that makes all the other tips work better, faster, and guarantees you peace of mind! Click here to read the article I referenced Audiobook excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for the Compass Leadership Accelerator at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

In celebration of Women's History Month, today's episode is sharing the 3 traits you must have to be a high-impact female (or male) leader in today's world. Whether you're in business, ministry, or a little of both, focusing on mastering these 3 skills and the mindset that goes along with it will guarantee your success! We're going to get into: How to make sure you never get overlooked for another opportunity or promotion Why some people who claim to "pay it forward" should really start paying it backward The connection between cars, planes, and your personal success strategy Get ready for this light-hearted, informal, real-talk chat about what it really takes to be a successful female business or ministry leader. Let's go! Audio book excerpt: bit.ly/freeexcerptks For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for coaching at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

"Because I said so!" isn't a successful leadership strategy! Anybody can boss their team around but real leaders use influence to bring the best out of everyone. You don't need a special title to lead and, if you have one, you shouldn't let it do all the talking. Today's episode is a throwback* Bible study talking about the power of influence vs leading from your positional authority. Grab your Bible and let's go! Join the #GoodFruitGoals challenge kicking off in March 2021 by signing up on kellysymone.com *Excerpt from a previously live recorded video. For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for coaching at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

Ever inherited an underperforming team or taken over leadership during unprecedented challenging times? Then this episode is for you. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I lead through this mess?,” grab your notebook and get ready for a fluff-free, rundown of the three things you MUST do to lead through your “mess” with faith, finesse, and effectiveness. Let’s go! For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram, Clubhouse, or at kellysymone.com Ready to invest in your leadership development? Book Kelly to speak or apply for coaching at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

What if you could transform your life by investing 10 minutes a day for 30 days? Epsiode 25 is about how to create power-packed daily affirmations that upgrade your confidence and competence as a leader. I'm sharing 5 of my personal affirmations and the #1 secret to why affirmations or confessions don't work for most people. This is an interactive episode so grab your index cards or notebook and let's go! For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram or at kellysymone.com Interested in being coached by Kelly or in booking Kelly to speak? Apply at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

What's the ONE thing you can change that will position you for maximum productivity in 2021? Then today's episode on creating a master morning is perfect for you! Your master morning will answer three key questions to unlock your most purposeful, intentional year— no matter the change of pace, direction, or load you’ll carry in 2021. Grab your notes & let’s go! For the podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram or at kellysymone.com Interested in being coached by Kelly or in booking Kelly to speak? Apply at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

It’s time to wrap up the year and take inventory of successes, opportunities, and what’s on the horizon for 2021. Grab your notebook for this guided annual audit and get your mind aligned for the spiritual and practical strategies you need for your next level. You’ll hear: - How to prep your 2020 scorecard - The mindset + toolkit to help you prep for annual performance reviews - How to get your 2021 agenda set - What to decide before you do anything - 4 areas leaders need to develop for 2021 Suggested reading: - The Speed of Trust by Stephen Covey https://amzn.to/3oTim5z - Safe People: How to Find Relationships that are Good for You & Avoid Those That Aren’t https://amzn.to/37idl0A For the toolkit and podcast notes, subscribe at kellysymone.com/podcast Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram or at kellysymone.com Interested in being coached by Kelly or in booking Kelly to speak? Apply at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

Your self-esteem is the foundation for your leadership capacity. Reinforcing your spiritual foundation is necessary for keeping your self-esteem intact. This episode features an excerpt from a message, Protocols of Royalty, that will help you stop comparing and competing with others and show you how to grab your seat at the table. Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram or at kellysymone.com Interested in being coached by Kelly or in booking Kelly to speak? Apply at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.

This episode wraps up the short series on finding your voice as a leader. Part one established the right mindset for discovering your voice. Part two walks you through a 5 step action plan that will help you identify and clarify your unique voice. Grab your notebook and share this episode with a friend! Share, like, and comment. Visit Kelly @thekellysymone on Instagram or at kellysymone.com Interested in being coached by Kelly or in booking Kelly to speak? Apply at kellysymone.com/workwithkelly.