LEADING WITH PURPOSE. Why Joining a Nonprofit Board Could Be Your Next Big Move

Nonprofit organizations are the backbone of many communities, filling critical gaps and providing essential services. For those considering ways to make a tangible difference, serving on a nonprofit board could be one of the most fulfilling paths. Not only does it allow you to contribute to a cause, but it also opens up doors for personal and professional growth. If you’ve thought about getting involved but aren’t sure what to expect, this post is for you.

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Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela BraunSeptember 17, 2024#boardwork #volunteerism #governance #growthComment

THE HEART OF LEADERSHIP. Why Human Skills Matter.

Soft skills, hard skills. Personally, I’m not a fan of these terms. I prefer human skills and technical skills because there is nothing soft about human skills. They can be much harder to master. In the realm of executive leadership, the spotlight often shines on technical expertise, strategic vision, and operational efficiency. While these elements are undeniably crucial, the significance of human skills should not be underestimated. Human skills, such as empathy, communication, and emotional intelligence, play a pivotal role in effective leadership.

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COACHING, MENTORSHIP, OR SPONSORSHIP. Navigating Career Growth.

In the journey to break the glass ceiling and achieve professional growth, women often face unique challenges. Coaching, mentorship, and sponsorship are all vital tools in the professional development toolkit. And they are not always the same person. In fact, they are often different people and should be cultivated along the corporate path.

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Career DesignAngela BraunJuly 29, 2024#mastery, #leadbyexample, #growthmindsetComment

HOW TO FUTURE PROOF Your Long Term Career Goals

I remember sitting in a leadership summit with 500 leaders from around the world. Money well spent, in my opinion, as the topic was the updated vision of the organization and the re-engagement of the company culture; essentially a refresh of the Mission, Vision and Values (MVV). It made sense from a corporate perspective, but as I walked out of that room, I thought to myself, “I wonder how many people know what their personal MVV is or even have one?”

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Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela BraunApril 4, 2023#mastery, #vision, #strategy, #careerComment

YOUR PERSONAL BRAND. Owning Your Narrative.

Whether you know it or not, you have a personal brand. Google yourself; what shows up? Think about it. If you have a date, a job interview or a potential client, chances are someone is going to Google you to learn more about who you are. In the land of social media and the explosion of the gig economy, it has become essential to embrace personal branding.

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Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela BraunJuly 8, 2020leadership, leadership practise, high performers, brandComment

WHY SLOWING DOWN SPEEDS THINGS UP. Ten Questions to Ask Yourself to Make The Next Year Successful

It’s almost the end of the year. For me personally, I love this time of the year; it's the time when I take a breather, look back and see how the year has gone. It’s a time for personal reflection and an opportunity to look at my career to assess what went well and what I want to do differently moving forward. And the truth is how you show up in life is how you show up as a leader so taking the time be clear on what went well and what you would like to change can be done in tandem.

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Career Design, Leadership MindsetAngela BraunNovember 26, 2019#strategy, #vision, #newyearnewyouComment

FIVE WAYS TO INCREASE IMPACT And Benefit Your Career All at the Same Time

Life can get busy and it’s not always easy to find the time in an already hectic schedule, but what if I told you that volunteering can be beneficial not only to your community and the world, but also you?

So, in recognition of World Kindness Day, lets chat about the many benefits of volunteerism, shall we?

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Career DesignAngela BraunNovember 13, 2019worldkindnessday, volunteerism, careeradvancement, leadership, confidenceComment

SELF CONFIDENCE. Your Key to Becoming a Great Leader.

Confidence is key to success.

As people, we sometimes find ourselves in situations that leave us feeling uncomfortable and uncertain. As leaders, stepping into the unknown, that’s pretty much guaranteed. And that can lead to lack of confidence. But confidence ebbs and flows. This is where impostor syndrome can rear its ugly head. An estimated 70% of people experience this at some point in their lives, according to a review article published in the International Journal of Behavioral Science.

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Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela BraunOctober 29, 2019confidence, leader, self confidence, leadership, imposter syndrome, decision makerComment

FINDING YOUR PURPOSE- What do curiosity, musical recorders and big people pants have in common?

I’ve had a few conversations as of late about purpose. And if you so desire to google search this, you will find a million ways on how to discover your purpose in life. Now there seems to be a couple of definitions on purpose that have sparked some interesting debates. One being that purpose is the way in which you live your life. Bravery, authenticity and gratitude to name a few. This will come down to the decisions you make and how your values shape your decisions.

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Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela BraunSeptember 17, 2019leadership, PURPOSE, curiosity, passionComment

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