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Can leaders prioritize power skills such as empathy and communication - and still be effective in driving performance & accountability across the organization?
In this episode of the Leading with Power & Purpose Podcast, Sabine speaks with Kim Carpenter, a high-performance leader, executive coach, corporate trainer, and speaker. As the founder of People at the Center, Kim works with leaders and teams to create people-centric cultures that overcome challenges and deliver breakthrough results. Tune in to learn how to tap into your true power and cultivate a “power with” dynamic that fosters growth and success for everyone in the organization.
Listen in to learn how to create a "power with" dynamic where everyone in the organization thrives. You'll also learn the vital role of community support in helping you navigate challenges and stay motivated.
Key Takeaways
- How soft skills like empathy, collaboration, and communication are reshaping leadership priorities.
- The essential role of community support in guiding leaders through challenges and providing ongoing encouragement.
- Techniques to connect with your inner power through meditation, self-awareness, and introspection.
- The impact of mentorship and authentic storytelling in promoting inclusivity and inspiring future leaders.
- The power of stepping into a leadership identity as a female leader before external recognition follows.
What You Will Learn in This Episode:
- [02:29] Kim on her corporate career, the moment she realized she was out of alignment, and transformed her journey into coaching.
- [08:12] Defining power as an innate, internally sourced resource that gets suppressed over time and how to reclaim it through self-reflection.
- [13:45] Defining authority as accountability and collaboration, and influence as putting people at the center of the strategic vision.
- [19:28] How old leadership models of command and control are shifting to soft skills to navigate modern workplaces.
- [23:54] The cultural shifts needed to embrace diversity and for women to claim their innate power, authority, and influence.
- [26:23] How she embraces meditation and community as cornerstone practices for grounding and returning to her center as a leader.
- [32:51] The importance of stepping into a leadership identity before external recognition follows to defy traditional promotion norms.
- [37:30] Kim advises aspiring leaders to practice active listening, observe organizational dynamics, and stay curious about their environment.
Connect With Kim Carpenter:
- Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimcarpenter
- LinkedIn: https://www.peopleatthecenter.com
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About Sabine
Sabine Gedeon is a dynamic force in the world of leadership and personal development. As the Founder of Transformed Leadership Institute and CEO of Gedeon Enterprises, Sabine leverages nearly 20 years of experience to guide clients in both startups and Fortune 500 companies. She specializes in supporting leaders during pivotal seasons of transition, helping them embrace a growth mindset, cultivate meaningful connections, and lead purposeful lives.
What sets Sabine apart is her unwavering commitment to growth and transformation, which goes beyond mere words—it's a lived reality. Her approach is rooted in a blend of human-centered principles and tech-enabled solutions, which equipped and empowered leaders at all levels with tailored programs and solutions that address their most pressing leadership and talent development challenges.
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