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LEADING WITH PURPOSE. Why Joining a Nonprofit Board Could Be Your Next Big Move
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 Braun#boardwork #volunteerism #governance #growthComment
THE HEART OF LEADERSHIP. Why Human Skills Matter.
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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Innovation, Leadership Mindset, Career DesignAngela Braun#vision, #leadership, #strategy, #buildingteams, #continuousimprovementComment
ELEVATE YOUR LEADERSHIP. Lessons from the Sky.
ELEVATE YOUR LEADERSHIP. Lessons from the Sky.

There’s something undeniably thrilling about flying. Maybe it’s the #avgeek in me, but the aviation industry fascinates me—the intricate choreography of countless moving parts coming together to get that plane in the sky. With twenty years of corporate experience in aviation, from frontline roles to headquarters, and collaborating with airports across the globe, I’ve gleaned invaluable lessons both professionally and personally. Now, I’m channeling those insights into my leadership journey.

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braunaviation, business, life lessonsComment
PERFECTIONISM VERSUS MASTERY: Which Are You Striving For?
PERFECTIONISM VERSUS MASTERY: Which Are You Striving For?

“What’s wrong with perfectionism?” I asked. “It depends,” my coach said. “Are you coming from a place of love or fear?” What does that mean? I had always prided myself on my perfectionistic tendencies. Didn't that just mean that I cared greatly about my output? Not exactly. 

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Leadership Mindset, ProductivityAngela Braun#progressoverperfection, #mastery, #growthmindsetComment
HOW TO FUTURE PROOF Your Long Term Career Goals
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 Braun#mastery, #vision, #strategy, #careerComment
SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE OF WORK. What Skills Do You Need to Focus On?
SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE OF WORK. What Skills Do You Need to Focus On?

How many times have you heard how important it is for leaders to demonstrate self-awareness, emotional intelligence, inclusion, mindfulness, empathy, social intelligence, and learning agility? Don’t forget the importance of advanced technical skills, continuing education, being a part of  industry associations, and cultivating your professional brand and network. This doesn’t include the reality of boots on ground work, deadlines, managing up, being a master of time management and efficiency and the growth and development of your teams.

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Innovation, Leadership MindsetAngela Braunself leadership, future of work, skillset, teamwork, corporate culture, leadership development Comment
LIFE LONG LEARNING. What’s On Your To Learn List?
LIFE LONG LEARNING. What’s On Your To Learn List?

If I had a million dollars…..

Does anyone else remember playing this game when they were younger? I remember playing this all the time.

If I had a million dollars… I would travel the world and become a forever student. Academia, basket weaving, doesn't matter to me; I just want to learn new things and see the wonders of the world. I look back on this now and recognize this love of learning has been with me my whole life. Here's the thing though, learning is so much more than academia; it also includes life lessons and exploring curiosity. 

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Leadership Mindset, InnovationAngela Braunlearning, tolearnlist, lifelonglearner, growth, skillsComment
SELF REFLECTION. How to Reach Your Work and Life Goals
SELF REFLECTION. How to Reach Your Work and Life Goals

Before you begin your annual goal-setting mission, it’s imperative to start with self-reflection. Why? Because if you don’t, you can blindly wander down this path called life wondering why things never change. You will  continue to live in a reality blind-spot, creating the same vicious circle and wondering why you’re in the exact same spot as last year. You will also fail to achieve anything extraordinarily new. 

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braunreflection, self-reflection, vision, habit buildingComment
DECLUTTER YOUR MIND. The Secret to Better Focus and Productivity.
DECLUTTER YOUR MIND. The Secret to Better Focus and Productivity.

Who else is in full spring-cleaning mode? I’ve been decluttering my surroundings, my business model, AND also focusing on decluttering my mindset. When your mind is cluttered, it wastes your precious time and mental energy which prevents acting on priorities, making decisions, having focus, and being productive. And it also doesn’t feel good, am I right?

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Productivity, Leadership MindsetAngela Braunproductivity, mindset, simplify, declutter, wellbeing, simplifylife, whatwevalueComment
MANIFESTO MOTIVATION. Is the MVV still relevant?
MANIFESTO MOTIVATION. Is the MVV still relevant?

What do you think of when you hear the word Manifesto? A call to action, an inspired movement? Manifestos are best known for political movements, but why aren’t they used more in business? Don’t get me wrong, the good old-fashioned Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) is still powerful, but if it’s just something you write down, laminate, throw in a drawer never to be seen again, it won’t be a rallying cry for your business or yourself.

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braunmanifesto, visiondrivenbusinesses, peoplematter, storytelling, mvv, scaledComment
A WORD OF THE YEAR. Does it Matter?
A WORD OF THE YEAR. Does it Matter?

Ready to make changes in 2021? I don’t know about you, but I love the concept of choosing a Word of the Year.  I decided to give it a go because I'm a big believer in laser focus and clarity on what we want to create in our lives. It provides an anchor and encourages us to consciously (and subconsciously) consider this word of focus when making decisions of what we want more of and what we want to have less of in life. It provides a lens in which to look through when at a crossroads.

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braun#wordoftheyear, #simplify, #CEOmindset, #newyearnewyouComment
WHAT IF I CHOOSE WRONG? The Only Bad Decision Is Indecision
WHAT IF I CHOOSE WRONG? The Only Bad Decision Is Indecision

What if I choose wrong? Ugh…indecision. Here’s the thing. Indecision is a decision. And the decision to do nothing creates inaction. Action is often the difference between success and failure. According to a recent study published in Harvard Business Review, one of the four things that set successful CEOs apart is the ability to make decisions with speed and conviction.

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braun#decisionmaker, #indecision, #bolddecisionmaking, #fear, #CEOmindsetComment
YOUR PERSONAL BRAND. Owning Your Narrative.
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 Braunleadership, leadership practise, high performers, brandComment
Why A Growth Mindset is Crucial in Uncertain Times
Why A Growth Mindset is Crucial in Uncertain Times

Did you know that Steven Spielberg was rejected from film school three times before getting his big break? Even Oprah Winfrey was fired from her news co-anchor position at a Baltimore TV station before going on to build a successful daytime talk show. A producer reportedly told her that she was “unfit for television news.”

So, how did they go on to see such phenomenal success? Talent for sure. That’s hard to argue, but there are a lot of talented people in the world, so what makes them different?

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Leadership Mindset, InnovationAngela Braun#growthmindset, #strategy, #visionComment
WHY ISN'T MY TEAM MOTIVATED? Investing in the Power of Employee Engagement
WHY ISN'T MY TEAM MOTIVATED? Investing in the Power of Employee Engagement

Corporate culture and employee engagement are all the rage. And for good reason.

The biggest expense as you grow your business will be your team investment. If they aren’t aligned, engaged and motivated your investment will go down the drain. Here’s the thing, turnover is just bad for business. It’s costly, time-consuming, and can harm morale.

Keeping good people isn’t always just based on the salary you pay them. In fact, studies have shown that employees with high job satisfaction are generally more productive, engaged and loyal to their companies. 

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WANT TO HAVE THE BEST YEAR YET? Five Powerful Reasons Why Goal Setting Is a Game Changer.
WANT TO HAVE THE BEST YEAR YET? Five Powerful Reasons Why Goal Setting Is a Game Changer.

Did you know that 92% of people who set goals, never follow through? If that’s the case, how are we going to make 2020 any different?  I’m a planner by nature and carving out time to set goals for the New Year is something that I always look forward to. Sounds great right? In theory it is, but what I found is that although the practice of planning was in place, I often struggled to achieve them.  I would inevitably find the same goals on my list the following year, just to start the planning process all over again. 

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Leadership MindsetAngela Braungoalsetting, 2020vision, leadership, bestyearever, 2020goals, lifeandbusinessgoalsComment
WHY SLOWING DOWN SPEEDS THINGS UP. Ten Questions to Ask Yourself to Make The Next Year Successful
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 Braun#strategy, #vision, #newyearnewyouComment
SELF CONFIDENCE. Your Key to Becoming a Great Leader.
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 Braunconfidence, leader, self confidence, leadership, imposter syndrome, decision makerComment
FINDING YOUR PURPOSE- What do curiosity, musical recorders and big people pants have in common?
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 Braunleadership, PURPOSE, curiosity, passionComment