You Cannot Outman a Man

Diane DiResta is the CEO of DiResta Communications, Inc., a consultancy serving business leaders who deliver high-stakes presentations. As a certified speaking coach and communications professional, she coaches executives to be influential public speakers and delivers keynote speeches, seminars, and workshops to train teams in effective communication and leadership skills. Diane is also the author of Knockout Presentations and has been featured on CNN and quoted in the New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [3:14] Diane DiResta’s inspiration and writing process for her book Knockout Presentations
  • [8:22] How to overcome the fear of public speaking
  • [12:01] The YAM formula for public speaking
  • [15:07] Diane shares how her military upbringing shaped her personal and professional journey
  • [20:42] Avoiding “wimpy words” to speak with confidence and conviction
  • [24:58] Tips for navigating Q&A sessions during speaking events
  • [30:45] How Diane leads like a woman

In this episode...

Although it may seem far-fetched, 78% of people would rather die than speak on stage. This is especially true for women, who often overanalyze their public personas. Yet public speaking is crucial for leaders who want to make an impact. How can you overcome your fears to deliver confident speeches?

Master presenter Diane DiResta maintains that since the presentation is for the audience’s benefit, to be nervous is to be self-centered. Instead, shift your perspective to create an informative and memorable experience for your listeners. Delivering powerful speeches requires understanding yourself, your audience, and your message without relying on memorization or using passive phrases such as “like” or “I think.”

In today’s episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Diane DiResta, the CEO of DiResta Communications, joins Andrea Heuston to discuss how to communicate with confidence and intention. Diane talks about her military upbringing, how she leads like a woman, and the dos and don’ts of Q&A sessions.

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Quotable Moments:
  • “To be a leader with influence, you have to be a knockout presenter.”
  • “If you’re extremely nervous, you’re being self-centered; get over yourself because it’s not about you, it’s about the audience.”
  • “Gifted speakers are born, but effective speakers are made.”
  • “Don’t memorize your speech; familiarize and be conversational.”
  • “People don’t realize your audience is nervous too. They’re thinking, ‘Who is she? Do I like her? Can I trust her? What’s in it for me?'”
Action Steps:
  1. Shift the focus from self to audience: Remind yourself the presentation is for the audience’s benefit, not a performance review for yourself. This mindset helps relieve self-imposed pressure.
  2. Prepare for Q&A in advance: Identify potential questions and strategize responses to ensure you aren’t caught off-guard, promoting confidence and authority.
  3. Avoid “wimpy words”: Practice using strong, decisive language to convey your message with authority and boost your credibility.
  4. Apply the ‘YAM formula’: Understand yourself, your audience, and your message to create a tailored and effective presentation strategy.
  5. Close Q&A sessions powerfully: Finish with a succinct summary or a thought-provoking statement to ensure your message remains memorable and authoritative.

Sponsor for this episode…​

This episode is brought to you by Artitudes Design by Andrea Heuston. Artitudes Design is an award-winning creative agency that has been creating visual communication for Fortune 500 companies for over 25 years. They have worked with notable companies such as Microsoft, Starbucks, Expedia, and have also served startups and nonprofit organizations.

They specialize in connecting speakers with audiences by creating visual value with presentations and through the creation of motion graphics, video, and content.

To learn more about Artitudes Design, visit their website today. Checkout their portfolio to see their previous projects, and contact them today to find out how they can help you bring your business a cut above the rest.

What Women Need to Know

Sarah Moody is the Founder of Iconic, a program that helps high-achieving women have the career and love life of their dreams. After spending 25 years working with C-suite executives at global tech companies, she became a mentor to women experiencing burnout and wrote the book Rock Your Brain Rock Your Life. Sarah is also an engaging speaker and presenter delivering events in Silicon Valley and hosts the Rock Your Brain. Rock Your Life podcast.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [3:16] Sarah Moody’s transformative journey from burnout to serving high-achieving women
  • [7:41] How women can fully embrace their leadership qualities
  • [11:34] Sarah shares her inspiration for embarking on a self-healing journey
  • [14:39] The writing process for Rock Your Brain Rock Your Life
  • [16:56] What is divine femininity?
  • [21:44] How to support Sarah in reaching her goal of servicing 1,000 women in 2024
  • [24:57] The importance of self-love

In this episode...

So many women feel exhausted and unfulfilled in their careers despite their achievements. This often stems from an unconscious tendency to emulate masculine leadership styles, which contradicts their natural feminine qualities. How can you embrace your femininity to create the life you desire?

After struggling with corporate burnout and an eating disorder, Sarah Moody was determined to alter her life’s trajectory for the better. She believes in fully embodying the feminine essence to create a more authentic and powerful presence in work and relationships. Sarah notes that true happiness and fulfillment come from within, and by trusting your intuition and relinquishing your masculine armor, you can feel safe in your body and mind.

Tune in to this week’s episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as Andrea Heuston chats with Sarah Moody about cultivating self-love and feminine strength. She shares her personal struggles, including battling an eating disorder, insights from her coaching program, and her upcoming book focused on tapping into divine femininity.

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

Quotable Moments:
  • “I gotta be successful. I’ve gotta emulate the masculine.”
  • “None of that is going to fucking change how you feel.”
  • “I teach them how to fall madly in love with themselves.”
  • “This is a gift to my future self.”
  • “It is the big unlock to being the woman you are dying to be on the inside but don’t believe you can be.”
Action Steps:
  1. Hire a coach to mentor you through personal and professional challenges: A dedicated coach can offer personalized strategies and support for overcoming burnout and finding fulfillment.
  2. Rewire your mindset using cognitive-behavioral therapy: CBT is evidence-based and proven to change internal narratives, leading to increased confidence and success.
  3. Embrace your feminine essence while maintaining a masculine structure: Mixing ease and intuition with discipline creates balance in life, pushing past hustle culture to cultivate joy and fulfillment in work and relationships.
  4. Practice daily affirmations of self-love: Affirming your love for yourself fosters internal safety, boosts self-esteem, and leads to a more empowered presence in all areas of life.
  5. Listen to Sarah Moody’s podcast Rock Your Brain. Rock Your Life: Gaining insights through the podcast can provide listeners with tangible tools for transforming their mindset and achieving their iconic life.

Sponsor for this episode…​

This episode is brought to you by Artitudes Design by Andrea Heuston. Artitudes Design is an award-winning creative agency that has been creating visual communication for Fortune 500 companies for over 25 years. They have worked with notable companies such as Microsoft, Starbucks, Expedia, and have also served startups and nonprofit organizations.

They specialize in connecting speakers with audiences by creating visual value with presentations and through the creation of motion graphics, video, and content.

To learn more about Artitudes Design, visit their website today. Checkout their portfolio to see their previous projects, and contact them today to find out how they can help you bring your business a cut above the rest.

No Straddling Fences!

Lori Michele Leavitt is the Founder of LML Services, a collaborative group of independent thought leaders and experts who serve various industries. She is also the Founder and President of Abrige Corp, which offers the Aligned Momentum (A.M)® program and software to help managers lead.

Widely recognized as The Pivot Catalyst, Lori has coached, consulted, and trained hundreds of global leaders to achieve their objectives and generate momentum. She speaks globally about catalyzing momentum, leading, pivoting, and workplace culture change. Lori also leads the 10x!® business and leadership private peer advisory groups. As an author, she wrote The Pivot and Pivot to Clarity.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [2:53] Lori Michele Leavitt’s trajectory from corporate America to leadership consulting
  • [6:29] What is the 10x!® peer advisory group?
  • [10:47] Lori talks about her books Pivot and Pivot to Clarity
  • [13:25] How to create a culture that fosters change readiness
  • [17:20] Six key indicators of aligned momentum
  • [24:47] The role of mindset in pivoting successfully

In this episode...

Organizational change is necessary to kickstart and sustain growth, but resistance from leaders and other changemakers can impede progress and create friction. How can you instruct your team to adapt and pivot during challenges?

Leadership catalyst Lori Michele Leavitt believes in fostering a vibrant workplace and business, which entails future-proofing your team and company by maintaining high value. She encourages leaders to identify and recognize the fear surrounding change and create a safe space to work through those fears and foster trust. By aligning progress with your end goals and pivoting in response to setbacks, you can build a resilient and change-ready organization.

In today’s episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston chats with Lori Michele Leavitt, the Founder of LML Services, about adaptable leadership. Lori talks about cultivating an organizational mindset that anticipates change, her 10x!® peer advisory group, and how to align your momentum.

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

Quotable Moments:
  • “You can keep the traits that you want and create buffers, boundaries, and disciplines around yourself so you’re not realizing the negatives from those positives.”
  • “Leadership is not about stepping over other people; it’s about being kind, respected, and staying true to yourself.”
  • “Hope is the opener, but fear could just close that door right up. To have your message land, you need to know what their fears are.”
  • “We can do the things if we’re finding that people are taking advantage; it’s not that we need to stop being kind or respectful.”
  • “Talent adaptability is about how you inspire others to make changes in their own talents when it’s not yet urgent.”
Action Steps:
  1. Embrace change wholeheartedly: Commit fully to new strategies and objectives, tracking progress along the way. This approach ensures a focused and concerted effort towards organizational change.
  2. Cultivate a vibrant workplace: Strive for a business environment that’s exciting, high-value, and a great place to work. This vibrant culture is critical for maintaining a successful business.
  3. Foster an adaptable workforce: Encourage employees to be open to developing their talents in anticipation of future changes.
  4. Address the role of fear: Acknowledge and address the fears that may impede change, creating an atmosphere where open communication can thrive.
  5. Anchor leadership in kindness: Maintain kindness and respect in leadership while establishing boundaries to protect against being taken advantage of.

Sponsor for this episode…​

This episode is brought to you by Artitudes Design by Andrea Heuston. Artitudes Design is an award-winning creative agency that has been creating visual communication for Fortune 500 companies for over 25 years. They have worked with notable companies such as Microsoft, Starbucks, Expedia, and have also served startups and nonprofit organizations.

They specialize in connecting speakers with audiences by creating visual value with presentations and through the creation of motion graphics, video, and content.

To learn more about Artitudes Design, visit their website today. Checkout their portfolio to see their previous projects, and contact them today to find out how they can help you bring your business a cut above the rest.

Don’t Be Afraid To Take a Risk!

Kate Pozeznik is the Founder and CEO of Quirk, a personal branding and career consulting firm that helps accelerate women executives’ careers. She works with mid-six- to seven-figure executives to showcase their unique professional qualities during career transitions. Kate’s clients include executives and leaders at Google, Amazon, Meta, and other notable organizations. She has been featured in articles on Buzzfeed, AARP, and Upworthy.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [6:27] How Kate Pozeznik turned her side gig in resume writing into a full-fledged career consultancy
  • [11:42] Kate’s desire to help C-suite executives communicate their value proposition
  • [16:40] Why Kate began working with women executives
  • [18:43] The importance of establishing a personal brand
  • [22:20] Developing resilience to manage challenges and embrace risks
  • [28:55] Advice for taking calculated risks

In this episode...

Sometimes, C-suite executives seem to have it all in their careers. However, many of them — especially women — have become stagnant in their journeys, longing for more fulfilling opportunities. How can personal branding, resiliency, and risk-taking elevate your career?

Having struggled with networking, gaining confidence in her skills, and achieving fulfillment, Kate Pozeznik understands the frustration of identifying an ideal career path. She encourages high-salaried women to develop a personal brand representing their values, mission, and purpose. This unlocks professional opportunities that align with your career goals. Kate also advises taking small, calculated risks to develop resilience to challenges and build confidence.

Join Andrea Heuston in this episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show as she interviews Kate Pozeznik, the Founder and CEO of Quirk, about embracing risks and creating an impactful personal brand. Kate shares how she helps women define personal success, how she turned her side gig into a career opportunity, and how C-suite executives can communicate their value propositions.

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Quotable Moments:
  • “We all have a unique version of success. There’s no one size fits all.”
  • “Don’t take things personally. When something didn’t go my way, I had to develop a growth mindset.”
  • “Taking calculated risks, even when there’s a chance of failing, always opens the door for learning.”
  • “You’ve got to take a risk, and you’ve got to be willing to show up.”
  • “Reflect back, and… take time to look back and reflect on how far you have come.”
Action Steps:
  1. Reflect on your personal mission and align your career goals accordingly: This encourages intentional decision-making and ensures your professional pursuits resonate with your values.
  2. Cultivate a growth mindset and be resilient in the face of adversity: Opening yourself to learning from setbacks contributes to personal development and career progression.
  3. Take calculated risks in both personal and professional realms: Kate emphasizes that risk-taking is essential for discovering opportunities and cultivating self-trust.
  4. Invest in developing your personal brand as a key to career advancement: A strong personal brand builds credibility and can influence your career positively.
  5. Step out of your comfort zone through solo activities like travel or dining: These experiences can enhance self-confidence and translate into assertiveness in professional scenarios.

Sponsor for this episode…​

This episode is brought to you by Artitudes Design by Andrea Heuston. Artitudes Design is an award-winning creative agency that has been creating visual communication for Fortune 500 companies for over 25 years. They have worked with notable companies such as Microsoft, Starbucks, Expedia, and have also served startups and nonprofit organizations.

They specialize in connecting speakers with audiences by creating visual value with presentations and through the creation of motion graphics, video, and content.

To learn more about Artitudes Design, visit their website today. Checkout their portfolio to see their previous projects, and contact them today to find out how they can help you bring your business a cut above the rest.

What’s Holding You Back?

Hannah Kain is the President and CEO of ALOM, a global supply chain, contract packaging, and fulfillment company. As a global supply chain executive, she has written business books and papers, taught graduate classes, and spoken at various business events. Hannah has extensive international management experience as well as membership and involvement in governmental agencies and business groups, including the National Association of Manufacturers, Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), and How Women Lead.

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Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

  • [4:13] Hannah Kain’s journey from Denmark to founding a supply chain company in Silicon Valley
  • [11:54] How Hannah’s Danish background influences her approach to entrepreneurship
  • [21:53] The evolving role of women in the supply chain industry and Hannah’s efforts to promote it
  • [24:42] Supporting women in leadership roles to boost company performance
  • [28:20] Hannah talks about her drive to empower women
  • [35:00] Advice to women leaders for uplifting their teams

In this episode...

Studies show that business financial performance increases when women are given leadership positions. Yet many industries, including the supply chain industry, are perpetually male-dominated. How can male support and organizational collaboration elevate female representation in these industries?

As a Danish immigrant with an innate drive to challenge the status quo and help women break into leadership roles, Hannah Kain advocates for involvement with industry networks and leadership associations that promote women’s voices and ideas. Organizations like the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council and other niche associations can advance women’s roles in their companies and industries. When men and women collaborate within these organizations, they can enhance company culture and results.

In today’s episode of the Lead Like a Woman Show, Andrea Heuston sits down with Hannah Kain, the President and CEO of ALOM, to discuss empowering women in the supply chain industry. Hannah shares her Danish upbringing, advice for women leaders to encourage their teams, and how she champions women’s leadership.

Resources Mentioned in this episode:

Quotable Moments:
  • “I felt I had an obligation to do the best with my life, be the best I could be, and really leverage opportunities.”
  • “You cannot have the roast be done two hours before the potatoes.”
  • “Nobody’s perfect; it’s not about being perfect; it’s about those strengths and putting them to work and really leveraging what you can bring to the party.”
  • “I learned something in my process. I’m learning something from everybody around me, including you.”
  • “It’s not that women are winning and men are losing… This is about collaboration.”
Action Steps:
  1. Cultivate a collaborative culture: Build environments that value team contributions and collective success. It’s effective because collaboration often leads to more innovative solutions, as emphasized by Hannah’s description of effective supply chain management.
  2. Embrace continuous learning: Never stop seeking knowledge and insights from those around you, as all individuals have valuable experiences to offer. Continuous learning keeps you relevant and adaptive in today’s fast-paced world.
  3. Lead without regrets: Draw inspiration from personal history to fuel your leadership drive; use your own narrative to foster a sense of purpose. This approach ensures a strong focus on what’s truly important in both professional and personal realms.
  4. Empower underrepresented groups: Actively work towards increasing diversity and representation within your field, as diversity in leadership has been proven to drive better financial results. It also reinforces the importance of inclusivity, which is a cornerstone of progressive leadership.
  5. Align vision with action: Regularly check team alignment with organizational goals and ensure that team members’ personal objectives support the company’s direction. This alignment prevents miscommunication and maximizes resources towards achieving collective milestones.

Sponsor for this episode…​

This episode is brought to you by Artitudes Design by Andrea Heuston. Artitudes Design is an award-winning creative agency that has been creating visual communication for Fortune 500 companies for over 25 years. They have worked with notable companies such as Microsoft, Starbucks, Expedia, and have also served startups and nonprofit organizations.

They specialize in connecting speakers with audiences by creating visual value with presentations and through the creation of motion graphics, video, and content.

To learn more about Artitudes Design, visit their website today. Checkout their portfolio to see their previous projects, and contact them today to find out how they can help you bring your business a cut above the rest.