The Fulfilled Leader with Jean Balfour

In this episode Jean is joined by Serena Evans. Serena has worked as an actor for over 40 years in theatre and television. She also helps people to find their authentic voice through coaching and facilitating groups.In this episode they discussHow to build connection and belonging with people when working virtually, How anxiety is a normal response to public speaking!Strategies for calming and relaxing when we are speaking to an audience or in meetingsThe importance of telling stories to connect with and relate to othersHow this period has led to us learning new skillsThe role courage plays in helping us to take risks and be ready for rejection!How to see our careers as a long game - which helps us to overcome the knocksIf you would like to work with Serena to find your own Authentic Voice you can contact her via her website - https://serenaevans.co.uk/Time to Think by Nancy Kline https://www.timetothink.com/books/time-to-think/Be Heard Now by Lee Glickstein https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2025790.Be_Heard_Now_The Moth - Podcast https://themoth.org/podcastJean Balfour - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/Bailey Balfour Asia Pacific https://www.baileybalfour.com Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Discover the vital role of self-awareness in both professional and personal life. The discussion highlights how our mood can influence workplace dynamics and the importance of understanding our emotional state. Through personal anecdotes, practical strategies are shared to enhance self-awareness. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their behaviors and relationships, striving for personal growth and improved effectiveness in their careers. It emphasizes that self-awareness can transform how we interact with others at work.

In this episode Jean is joined by Ambica Yadavalli.  Ambica is Director, Head of YSC Consulting South East Asia and Hong Kong. Ambica has consulted globally in assessment, executive coaching, top team development and leadership strategy across a range of industries. She specializes in the space of inclusive leadership, with a particular interest in female leadership and creating psychologically safe work spaces. Ambica is passionate about gender equality and aims to partner with top management teams to bring diversity and inclusion to the forefront of their leadership strategy. She has extensive experience as an advisor to organizations in aligning their people strategy with their business strategy.Ambica starts by sharing how important purpose is in our working lives, especially at the moment. She goes on to shareThe impact of hybrid working on organisational culture and how we can positively and intentional build inclusive cultures where people have a sense of belonging. The 3 key signals leaders can use to create organisational cultureHow to navigate organisational politicsGreat tips on how to talk to your line manager if you are thinking of resigning - before you take the big leapwww.ysc.comhttps://www.ysc.com/team/ambica-yadavalli/https://hbr.org/2018/01/podcast-ideacasthttps://howswork.estherperel.com/https://brenebrown.com/https://www.instagram.com/jean.balfourhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/https://www.baileybalfour.com Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

The Great Resignation is on everyone’s lips. A google search found 255 million hits on something we only heard about in 2021. What is it? And what happens if I am feeling the urge to join the movement and resign from my job?Covid-19 has had a big impact on our mood and experience of work - but is changing jobs really the answer?In this podcast Jean Balfour looks at the reasons why we might be tempted to leave our jobs at the moment. She identifies·       How to make sense of the feelings we have about work at the moment·       What to do if you do want to resign·       How to make sure you make the right decision for youIf you are thinking about changing jobs, and are not sure what to do, a coach can help.  If you would like to know more about finding a coach you can find Jean at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/You can also contact us via our website www.baileybalfour.com. Sign up to my weekly newsletter. Book a free strategy call: https://calendly.com/jean-balfour/30min Learn more about my work: https://jeanbalfour.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeanbalfour/

Discovering your purpose can be a challenging journey, especially after burnout. The discussion emphasizes the importance of realigning personal values with professional roles. Listeners explore practical exercises to uncover motivations and strengths. There’s a focus on the difference between purpose and goals, and how understanding this can lead to greater fulfillment. Strategies for navigating career disconnection and maintaining creativity at work are also shared, encouraging ongoing reflection and personal growth.

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