144: Unleash Your Potential: The Power of Coaching for Personal and Professional Growth with LaTresse Snead

Have you heard these myths about coaching for personal and professional growth? Myth 1: Coaching is only for people who are struggling. Myth 2: Coaching is a sign of weakness or incompetence. Myth 3: Coaching is a luxury that only top executives can afford. In this episode, our guest LaTresse Snead will debunk these myths and share the truth about the value and benefits of coaching for professionals in leadership positions seeking growth. 

LaTresse’s impressive career journey boasts leadership roles at major organizations like the American Red Cross and the National Park Foundation. With over 25 years of experience in the nonprofit sector, she recognizes the pressing need for coaching, consulting, and recruiting services in today's demanding professional environment. As the CEO of Bonsai Leadership Group, LaTresse answers this need, helping countless organizations optimize their performance and potential. Through her distinct perspective on time and energy management, she inspires leaders to nourish their inner strengths, leading them toward success without compromising their well-being.

In this episode, you will:

• Grasp the critical role of boundary setting and energy management in fostering a healthier workplace environment.
• Delve into the distinct challenges confronted by Black fundraisers shedding light on the need for better inclusion in the fundraising field.
• Ascertain the overwhelming benefits of adopting coaching strategies for the development of your personal and professional life.
• Rethink negotiation as a path to shared success, challenging the classical view of winner-take-all.
• Realize the empowering potential of negotiation skills in revealing your own authority and amplifying your influence.

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