Conflict is inevitable in the workplace, it’s how you handle it that matters. Conflict has always been my least favorite part about being a CEO. I knew I wasn’t the only one who gets uncomfortable dealing with hard conversations so I brought enneagram expert Jenn Whitmer to coffee to help us become more self aware, confident in conflict and ready to engage in a meaningful way. Notes:03:19 What Is The Enneagram & Why Is It Helpful 15:00 Defining The Range Of Conflict 19:53 Getting Curious Vs Getting Defensive 25:23 Handling Conflict At Work 31:00 Make Your Thinking Visible 33:10 Early & Often Feedback 37:04 Speed Round Questions If you loved this episode you should check out this episode How To Navigate Conflict At Work With Liane Davey. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Have you had an experience where a company’s values (ex. friendly, fast customer service) don’t match your experience (slow, unhelpful customer service agent)? Simply having a value (ex. great customer service) doesn’t mean that’s what happens every day at an organization. Great organizations succeed based on what they think, do and say. From the receptionist at the front desk to the CEO, how do you make sure your team is living out your company’s values? Ron Tite and I sat down to discuss how to build trust in a world that’s full of uncertainty and broken promises. Notes:05:00 Winning People's Time08:35 Assembly Line Vs Concept Car Analogy15:05 Defining Cause And Purpose20:07 How To Build A Brand26:40 Meaningful Employment And The Customer Experience32:24 The Three Types Of Stories To Tell In An Organization37:31 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out this episode: “Marketing Tips & Tricks With Brad Batesole” If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Storytelling can make or break a business, an interview or an opportunity. People connect with stories because they’re eager to hear how YOUR story, or what you offer, can make THEIR life better. How do we make sure our story is worth listening to? Kristina Paider, a former Hollywood screenwriter, is breaking down the best kept secrets in tinsel town to show us how to tell our story in an Oscar award winning way. If you’ve ever wondered how to make your customers feel like the main character this talk will fill your notebook with takeaways! Notes: 04:34 Why Is Your Story Important? 08:40 Owning Your Character's Strengths & Flawesomeness (aka awesome flaws!) 14:25 Telling Your Story When You're Scared Of Judgement 17:07 Written Stories Like Resumes And Bios 22:15 Using Story Forensics 27:00 How To Tell The Story Of A Company 32:40 Speed Round Questions If you loved this episode you should check out this episode Telling Your Story With Jess Ekstrom If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

This week I’m sharing my conversation with guest Steve Nudelberg aka, ‘The King of Sales’. He has been helping companies grow for over 20 years. The author, podcast host, “principal thinker”, and father shared the importance of serving over selling, giving with intention, and running a family business. In our conversation we find out more about this fellow University of Florida alum’s approach to growth in work and life and why his clients rave about it. Notes: 05:42 Sales = To Serve 09:57 Managing Your Expectations 15:25 Three Things You'd Tell Your 20 Year Old Self 20:01 Daily Ah-Ha Moments 30:23 Family In Business 32:00 Upfront Contracts 41:20 The ROI of Giving If you loved this episode you should check out this episode Staying Authentic In Sales With Kevin Dorsey If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app.Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

More than 50 million people worldwide consider themselves content creators. What does this really mean and how does one become a "creator"? This week I shared a sneak peek of my latest course out on LinkedIn Learning all around Launching Your Creator Business. From insider secrets to questions about logistics on content creation we discussed it all. Notes:11:50 Knowing What To Share On LinkedIn 19:00 How To Create A Realistic Schedule 23:38 When To Post On LinkedIn 33:00 2 Big Content No No's 42:00 An Insider Secret To Getting More Views 44:20 How To Grow & Other Questions If you loved this episode you should check out this episode on Leveraging LinkedIn: https://kimkaupe.com/mini-training-leveraging-linkedin/ If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Love making meaningful connections but hate networking? Do you thrive in small groups but drown in large, overcrowded convention halls? If forming meaningful connections is something you hope to do more of then Nick Gray is someone you have to meet. Fresh off of the launch of his new book, The 2 Hour Cocktail Party, me and Nick breakdown how to host a small event from when to start and who to invite to email templates and agenda’s for the event. Notes:07:41 The Best Day To Schedule A Party09:53 Getting Guests To Leave Politely17:30 How To Use Icebreaker Activities22:44 Why You Should Host At Home29:37 How Many People To Invite40:58 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out this episode with Myka Meier on Business Etiquette. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

We might be going back to in person meetings, events and work but virtual presentations aren't going. This week we dig into day-of logistics of setting up an enticing virtual presentation, best tips for when you’re on screen and how you can show up looking professional & prepared every single time - even from your living room! As the Head of Editorial at presentation company Prezi, Lorraine knows how to keep the virtual audiences engaged and shares her favorite tools with us. Presentations can be daunting but these tried & tested techniques will have you ready to wow the crowd. Notes:05:45 Intro To Lorraine & Prezi09:27 Tips For Showing Up On Camera14:05 Reading The Virtual Room25:53 Biggest Mistakes With Virtual Presentations32:30 Async Communication38:00 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out my “Perfecting Your Presentation Skills With Jessica Chen” https://kimkaupe.com/jessicachen-2/   If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

I’ve gone live (almost!) every Wednesday on LinkedIn for the last two years…99 times to be exact! What started as a fun experiment during quarantine has led to a full-blown podcast filled with big business opportunities & a network I could have never dreamed of. They aren't kidding when they say consistency pays off! This week we’re looking back on my favorite golden nuggets of wisdom shared by past powerhouse guests. Pour yourself a big cup of caffeine and get ready to revisit lessons about content creation with Terry Rice, consistency with Dorie Clark, focus with Jim Kwik and more!  Notes:03:55 Why Coffee With Kim 09:30 Funny Faces Of Kim 15:05 Terry Rice & Content Creation 19:38 Why Consistency Matters With Dorie Clark 22:53 Business Needs Vs Wants 30:01 Becoming The Person We Want To Be 33:55 Jim Kwik On Focus 37:35 Remembering Cheslie Kryst If you loved this episode you should check out my “Monetizing Your Knowledge With Terry Rice” https://coffee-with-kim.simplecast.com/episodes/terry-rice If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app.Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

My secret to gaining 10,000 new followers on LinkedIn? Live streaming each week! What started as a fun experiment during quarantine has led to a full-blown podcast filled with big business opportunities & a network I could have never dreamed of. This week I’m sitting down with my producer Shelby Merryweather for a peek behind the podcast we built from the ground up. We talk about everything from software to the systems we created to build a consistent, successful live format. What used to take 15+ hours a week has been streamlined to less than 5 and we can’t wait to share our tips and tricks for you to do the same!   Notes:06:27 Meeting Agenda14:30 3 Big Tips While Live20:14 Tech Set Up / Streaming Platform Insights25:05 Getting Support While Live32:52 FAQ’s about live streaming37:08 Branding Your Stream44:02 Advice for first timers vs people who have gone live before If you loved this episode you should check out my “Mini-Training: Leveraging LinkedIn” https://coffee-with-kim.simplecast.com/episodes/mini-training-leveraging-linkedin If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok: @kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe

Optimizing productivity and decreasing anxiety in the workplace sound like a fairytale’s happy ending? This week I’m sharing my chat with “The Workplace Therapist,” Brandon Smith, to get his crash course in Workplace Happiness 101. He is a wealth of knowledge on how to take control of your workplace experience and gives tactical tips on how to eliminate dysfunction and create room to become the best leader you can be. We deep dive into principles from his book “The Hot Sauce Principle: How to Live and Lead in a World Where Everything is Urgent All the Time” and break down how to manage the intense urgency flooding employees as offices rush to get “back to normal. Notes:08:55 The 3 Parts To Workplace Happiness11:55 How To Be A Respected Leader18:10 Hot Sauce and Urgency23:56 The Worst Kind Of Leader To Work With34:29 Operational and Relational Values40:00 Coach vs Mentor44:50 Speed Round If you loved this episode you should check out “How To Speak Confidently At Work With Jessica Chen” https://coffee-with-kim.simplecast.com/episodes/how-to-speak-confidently-at-work-with-jessica-chen If you enjoyed today’s episode, please:1.) Sign up for notes at copymyhomework.com for a full list of resources, links and recommendations listed on today’s episode.2.) Post a screenshot of the episode & tag me on LinkedIn or Instagram @kimkaupe so we can talk about your favorite parts!3.) Leave a positive review (shameless, but someone’s gotta say it right?!)4.) Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday on your favorite podcast app. Connect with Kim over on the socials!Instagram + TikTok:@kimkaupeLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimkaupe