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Dima Ghawi, author of ‘Breaking Vases: Shattering Limitations and Daring to Thrive,’ discusses the phenomenon of ‘failing upward’ in the workplace. How to deal with people less qualified “falling up” and getting promoted past you, how to deal with managing people who “fall up” into your department! With her extensive experience in leadership and diversity, equity, and inclusion, Dima offers insights into overcoming unconscious biases and navigating office politics. Learn how to create a resilient career path and foster an inclusive work culture in this engaging episode.

“I just think a lot of these individuals get promoted because they know how to play the game. They know how to play politics. They say the right thing. They do the right thing.” – Dima Ghawi

Key Takeaways:

-Peter Principle and Pretty Principles

-Unconscious Bias and how that plays into “Falling Up” dynamics
-What strategies can individuals use to cope with being passed over for promotions? 
-Managing those who have fallen up into your department and managing the existing teams around them

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https://www.dimaghawi.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimaghawi
https://www.breakingvases.com

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Our guest today is an expert in many things but “what to do when things don’t go according to plan” in her personal and professional lives is what has driven her to amazing heights including climbing to the top of Mount Fuji!! .

International Keynote Speaker, Mountain Climber and Best-Selling Author Dima Ghawi has 20+ years experience as a global leader working for Fortune 100 companies like IBM, Merrill Lynch and Intuit and another decade advising organizations and leaders to create courageous and inclusive work cultures. Her book is entitled ‘Breaking Vases: Shattering Limitations and Daring to Thrive.’ But it’s the strength and resiliency she’s shown in breaking free from years of cultural norms as a young girl growing up in Jordan that really show who she is, and the inspiration she offers. Dima’s story began with an arranged marriage at the age of 19 in Jordan, which led to a challenging period of her life marked by deep depression and isolation.

However, she found the courage to break free and pursue an MBA in San Diego, leading her to join IBM’s leadership development program.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Leadership Lessons from Mount Fuji: The podcast highlights a story about a team-building exercise on Mount Fuji, emphasizing that true leaders support their team rather than

racing to the top alone.

Overcoming Cultural Barriers: Dima Ghawi shares her experience as a Middle Eastern woman navigating cultural differences in the U.S.

Dealing with Workplace Jerks: The podcast discusses strategies for handling difficult

colleagues.

Breaking Free from Limitations: Dima Ghawi’s journey from an arranged marriage to becoming a successful leader illustrates the power of self-reflection and education in

overcoming personal and professional limitations.

The Misfit Advantage: Embracing one’s differences can be a powerful tool in the workplace.

“A leader is a person who helps the team get to the top step by step. Sometimes we’re pushing the team forward. Sometimes we’re walking to their side, but not the one who leaves

the team behind just to get to the top first.” – Dima Ghawi

#leadership #culturaldifferences #workplaceculture #careers #HR #Jordan #professionaldevelopment

CONNECT WITH DIMA GHAWI

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dimaghawi/

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·         LinkedIn: Audrey Strong                                                                   

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In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of transparency and honesty in leadership with Grace Gavin, co-founder of Know Honesty. Grace shares her insights on how open communication can reduce anxiety, ease aggression, and limit indecision in the workplace.

Drawing from her diverse background and personal experiences, including her father’s battle with cancer, Grace emphasizes the importance of being truly and freely yourself. Discover practical exercises like ‘The Agreement’ and ‘Fake You’ to enhance your communication skills.

Whether you’re a leader or team member, learn how to build a better culture of trust and openness.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

-The Importance of Transparency in Leadership: Transparency is crucial in leadership as it helps reduce anxiety, ease aggression, and limit indecision. Leaders must find the right balance between sharing enough information and not oversharing to maintain effective communication within their teams.

-Building Trust Through Open and Honest Communication: Trust is essential for effective communication, and it starts with leadership. Leaders should be trained to be open and honest, creating a culture where employees feel safe to express their thoughts and ideas without fear of negative consequences.

-Practical Exercises for Enhancing Communication Skills: Simple exercises like ‘The Agreement’ and identifying ‘Fake You’ can help individuals improve their communication skills. These exercises encourage people to be honest and open, fostering better relationships and more effective teamwork.

-The Impact of AI on Communication: While AI can aid in generating ideas and writing, it may lead to communication that lacks authenticity and human connection. It’s important to use AI as a tool for brainstorming while ensuring that genuine human interaction remains at the forefront of communication strategies.

“Honesty at the root of it, as we define it, is being truly and freely yourself speaking into what you want and how you feel. If we are not doing it, speaking honestly, being open to others, I don’t think it’s the best use of our time or this life that we have.” – Grace Gavin

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knowhonesty.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/grace-gavin/

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·         LinkedIn: Audrey Strong                                                                   

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#honesty #workplaceculture #employees #humanresources #leadership #workplacedrama #workdrama #communication #AI #artificialintelligence

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This week we’re talking about one of the most common growing pains for any ambitious business: figuring out the real difference between a strong sales manager and a top-notch sales representative

Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com

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Andrew Barry is a seasoned expert in learning and development, with a rich background that includes executive roles at global organizations such as KPMG. He is the founder and CEO of Curious Lion, a company dedicated to high-performance leadership and learning. Andrew and his team have successfully developed thousands of leaders at prominent clients like Workday, Pinterest, IMG, and USAA. His innovative approach to corporate training is heavily influenced by his experience as a mentor in the ‘Write of Passage’ writing course, which he describes as the best cohort-based training program he has ever been a part of.

In this episode, Barry delves into transformative learning and leadership. He discusses the role of curiosity, adaptive intelligence, and AI in training programs. Barry also offers practical tips for managers to foster continuous learning and align personal growth with business objectives. Discover how to create high-performance teams and navigate today’s corporate complexities.

Key Takeaways:

-Learning as Transformation: Learning isn’t just about transferring information; it’s about transforming the learner. Managers need to focus on lifelong learning philosophies, especially in the age of AI, to ensure continuous growth and development.

-Curiosity-Driven Development: Managers should identify what their team members are curious about and align these interests with business objectives.

-Effective Use of After Action Reviews: Conducting thorough after-action reviews by unpacking stories from all team members can lead to better learning outcomes.

-Role of Emotional Presence in Leadership: Instead of focusing on executive presence, leaders should aim for emotional presence. Being authentic, vulnerable, and having a strong point of view can make leaders more effective and increases credibility.

“Learning isn’t the transfer of information, it is the transformation of the learner. Information used to be power. Knowledge is still power. But really, I think it’s forced us to think a lot about what is the difference between information and knowledge.” – Andrew Barry

#learning #professionaldevelopment #training #AI #artificialintelligence #knowledge #knowledgetransfer #credibility #leaders #managers #CEO #talentdevelopment

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https://curiouslionlearning.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/realandrewbarry

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·         LinkedIn: Audrey Strong                                                                   

·         LinkedIn: C. Lee Smith  

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·         Twitter: @SalesFuel 

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This week, we’re diving into another crucial topic for leaders: Dealing with “Quiet Quitting” in the workplace. Gain valuable insights on leadership and team dynamics with host Chip Gray.

Join us each week for a brand new bonus Extra Point episode. In less than 5 minutes, you’ll get additional insights about the psychology of leadership and management from the producers of the Manage Smarter podcast. Find all of the Manage Smarter episodes on ManageSmarter.com

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