In this insightful episode of Partnering Leadership, Mahan Tavakoli is joined by Tricia Brouk, an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and leadership communication strategist. Tricia is the author of The Influential Voice: Saying What You Mean for Lasting Legacy, a powerful book that explores how leaders can use their voices to connect, inspire, and leave a meaningful impact. Drawing from her background as a professional dancer, choreographer, and director, Tricia shares how her experiences have shaped her approach to leadership and communication, offering actionable advice to help leaders connect more authentically with their teams and audiences.

Throughout the conversation, Tricia emphasizes the importance of personal storytelling in leadership, showing how even the most accomplished CEOs and executives can strengthen their influence by sharing their authentic selves. She delves into how vulnerability and empathy, when paired with courage, create the foundation for building trust and inspiring others to follow. Tricia also highlights the transformative power of active listening—not just as a communication tool, but as a discipline that leaders must master to elevate their teams and drive meaningful results.

Leaders navigating today’s noisy and fast-paced world will appreciate Tricia's perspective on cutting through distractions and communicating with purpose. Her actionable insights on recognizing and overcoming limiting beliefs and leveraging feedback loops will resonate with executives looking to foster growth and innovation within their organizations. Whether you’re leading a boardroom discussion, presenting at a conference, or managing a team, this conversation offers a masterclass on how to elevate your voice and leadership impact.

Actionable Takeaways:

• Learn why personal storytelling is a leader’s most underutilized tool and how sharing your origin story can inspire trust and connection.
• Hear how active listening transforms leadership and why it’s not just about hearing words but creating a culture of understanding and empathy.
• Discover how to have courageous conversations with your team by balancing radical honesty with empathy to build trust and alignment.
• Find out why recognizing truth versus lies is critical for overcoming self-doubt and how reframing limiting beliefs can unlock your leadership potential.
• Understand the power of feedback loops in leadership and how to create a culture where feedback is freely given, received, and acted upon.
• Explore the art of cutting through noise and distractions to communicate with clarity, purpose, and impact in today’s fast-paced environment.
• Learn how to embrace vulnerability as a leadership strength, allowing you to foster deeper connections while maintaining credibility and authority.
• Hear Tricia’s advice on amplifying others’ voices and how supporting your team can naturally elevate your own leadership influence.
• Discover why active listening is the ultimate leadership discipline and how it can become your superpower for solving complex challenges.
• Gain actionable insights on leading with purpose, clarity, and authenticity in a world that demands more from leaders than ever before.

Connect with Tricia Brouk:

Tricia Brouk Website

Tricia Brouk’s free visualization guide to becoming an influential voice

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Connect with Mahan Tavakoli:

Mahan Tavakoli Website

Mahan Tavakoli on LinkedIn

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