In this episode, host Lorie Jones sits down with Candice Mitchell, CEO of The Talent Collective and creator of the Talent Development Academy, for an honest conversation about building human-centered leadership and speaking up for your own achievements.
Candice Mitchell recounts her inspiring path from aspiring teacher to business leader to build a meaningful career around her passion for developing people, sharing candid lessons about finding your voice, making authentic business decisions, and navigating setbacks. She discusses overcoming imposter syndrome, building meaningful networks, and the subtle barriers women face as they strive for leadership roles.
Get ready for practical strategies, a dose of courage, and the motivation to say yes more often and claim more space in the workplace. This episode offers a wealth of real-world advice to help you step confidently into your next big move!
Show Highlights:
- Shaping a pivotal career through honest, non-linear thinking. [07:10]
- Expanding learning and development professionals' impact. [11:13]
- Get out of your own way with business and mindset coaching. [14:00]
- Why women must say yes to opportunities and visibility more. [16:09]
- Growth hacks vs. authentic, no-B.S. social media marketing. [18:30]
- How not networking deliberately will cost you promotions. [24:38]
- How to share achievements without bragging. [28:48]
- Financial wisdom on saving and grounded upgrading. [31:53]
- Why do top-level women struggle to find work? [37:36]
- Advice to “choose you” and not dilute your identity and role. [45:03]
Connect with Candice Mitchell on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/candicemitchelltc/.
Learn more about the Talent Collective at https://talentcollective.org/about.
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