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Networking Conversations: How to Make a Graceful Exit networking Oct 14, 2024

 

Starting a conversation is one thing, but what about when the dialogue starts to falter? Handle these moments with finesse to leave a positive impression.

Here’s how you exit a conversation while keeping the door open for future collaborations:

 

Acknowledge the Transition

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80. Stop Playing It Small: Close The Gap Between You And Your Success, with Anthony Flynn, Founder of Amazing CEO personal development podcast episodes succeed at work Oct 08, 2024

 

Go beyond your current role and elevate your career.

In today’s conversation, Patricia Ortega speaks with Anthony Flynn, founder and CEO of Amazing CEO, about closing the gap between where you are and where you want to be. The discussion dives deep into the power of mindset, the...

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Leading a New Team: Find Individual Genius to Create a Team Strategy elevated leadership series succeed at work Oct 07, 2024

 

Being a leader is more than just delegating. At the core, it’s about guiding your team to being their personal and collective best.

 

Like a music conductor, your goal is to know the individual instruments and the high and low notes needed to bring about harmony.

In a team,...

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79. The Fastest Way to Retarget Your Resume podcast episodes prepare for a job search Oct 01, 2024


 

Learn a streamlined process to retarget your resume in just 10-15 minutes. Break down steps to quickly adapt your resume to match job descriptions, from identifying key outcomes and skills to reordering bullet points and updating summary statements. Tune in for a systematic approach to...

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Leading a New Team: Fears, Expectations, and Role Modeling elevated leadership series succeed at work Sep 30, 2024

 

Isn’t it nerve-racking when you’re charged to make big changes with a new team and an existing system?

Addressing their fears and expectations while striking a balance between respecting existing processes and introducing new ideas is easier said than done.

 

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78. How to Prepare For And Address Public Conflict (Elevated Leadership Series) elevated leadership series podcast episodes succeed at work Sep 24, 2024


Patricia and Juliana dive into the complexities of managing public conflict as a leader. They explore the strategic and emotional intelligence aspects of dealing with conflict in a corporate environment. The conversation covers various types of conflict, including interpersonal disagreements...

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The Easiest Networking Tip networking Sep 23, 2024

 

You might think that all you need for networking success is the ability to speak well. And that's true—but it’s not the only skill you need.

In a person's networking arsenal, silence is a powerful but underutilized tool.

It’s often thought that it’s better to speak...

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77. Career Planning, Search, and Salary Tips From Jenn Smith, Career Coach & HR Consultant find career clarity network interview & negotiate podcast episodes prepare for a job search Sep 17, 2024


 

Jennifer Smith of the Flourish Careers Podcast shares her unique journey from corporate America to becoming a sought-after career coach and HR consultant. Jenn offers invaluable insights on career development, making intentional career moves, and adapting to different career phases....

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The Big Personality Misconception networking personal development Sep 16, 2024

 

Think being an introvert means you're not cut out for powerful communication? What if I told you that's a common (yet unhelpful) misconception?

“Extrovert” and “introvert” are labels that sometimes oversimplify our skillsets and abilities.

However, whether...

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