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Leading Change Conversations

By: Ulrike Seminati
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  • Welcome to “Leading Change Conversations”, THE unique podcast where we explore real-life situations with leaders like you, helping you conquer organizational change challenges. In every episode, we take a deep dive into a specific case study, sharing practical tips and strategies along the way. Our mission is simple: to arm you and your team with actionable roadmaps that make implementing these lessons at work a breeze, all while helping you achieve your goals with ease and joy.
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Episodes
  • Fearless Leadership: Embracing not knowing

    Fearless Leadership: Embracing not knowing
    May 14 2024
    In this episode, Ulrike and her guest Erika Darmstaedter explore the challenge of managing the fear of not having all the answers as leaders and how admitting uncertainty can foster authenticity and trust within teams. Leaders, especially in higher positions, often feel compelled to have all the answers. This pressure can lead them to provide responses even when they're unsure, fearing that admitting ignorance might undermine their credibility. But actually, the opposite is true. Pretending to know when unsure can erode trust and credibility over time. It can lead to resistance when discrepancies arise between stated knowledge and reality.Our best picks on how to shift from the fear of not knowing to a constructive approach:Letting Go of Old Ideas: In today's world, leadership isn't solely about possessing knowledge but also about knowing where to find information. Leaders must overcome the ingrained notion that their value is solely determined by their knowledge.Learning to Admit in a Safe Space: Creating a safe environment to admit uncertainty is crucial. Leaders should practice acknowledging their lack of knowledge in a trusted setting before applying it in real-life situations.Creating a Learning Environment: Being open about uncertainties in meetings sets a positive example and encourages others to do the same. This fosters a culture of learning and collaboration.Repositioning Not Knowing as Valuable: Rather than viewing uncertainty as a weakness, leaders should see it as an opportunity to enhance understanding and prevent misunderstandings. Asking questions adds value to projects by providing clarity and detail.Maintaining a North Star: While embracing uncertainty, it's essential for leaders to maintain a clear long-term goal or purpose. This acts as a guiding principle while remaining flexible in execution, fostering consistency and credibility throughout the process.Relearning that perfection isn't necessary takes time and self-awareness. However, embracing authenticity and admitting uncertainty can ultimately lead to increased trust and support from those around you.Join us next time as we continue to explore strategies for effective leadership and personal growth. Remember, it's okay not to have all the answers. Embracing uncertainty is the first step towards authentic leadership.Tune in next time for more insights on leadership and organizational dynamics. If you want to improve your own skills in leading change or communicating more effectively, check out Ulrike’s online live courses for individuals here.Thanks for tuning into 'Leading Change Conversations'! We hope you found our discussion inspiring and informative. Remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoyed it. Plus, sign up for our Newsletter to access our practical transformation roadmaps regularly. Until next time, keep leading, keep learning, and making a difference!About Erika DarmstaedterErika is a global business leader with 30+ years in the creative industry, including 20+ years in CEO- and C-Suite and Board roles. She is Co-founder of Collective 63, a business-transformation advisory, Non-Executive Chairperson of the Avantgarde Brand Experience network, and Advisor to various tech-startups. She holds mentorship roles at The Founder Institute, the University of St. Gallen and INSEAD Alumni. Her expertise is directed at transforming companies into resilient entities poised for future challenges while championing gender equality and addressing ageism in the evolving business landscapes.https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikadarmstaedter/ About Ulrike SeminatiUlrike is a globally operating coach, trainer, and consultant who brings a wealth of experience as a former C-level executive to her expertise in authentic leadership and impactful communication. By blending the latest self-development methodologies with her extensive practical experience in leading across all levels of hierarchy, she enables leaders to establish trust and lead change through effective communication. Ulrike's clients benefit from her pragmatic and user-friendly tools that enable them to make lasting improvements.Connect with Ulrike!Website: https://ulrikeseminati.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulrikeseminati/Email: contact@ulrikeseminati.com
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    32 mins
  • Managing personal anxiety amidst change

    Managing personal anxiety amidst change
    Apr 23 2024

    In this episode, Ulrike and her guest Jennifer K. Hill explore practical strategies for leaders to manage their anxiety during change and empower themselves to guide their teams effectively.

    As leaders, it's crucial to begin by working on ourselves. Even if we never verbalize our feelings, our team can sense our emotions, leading to their discomfort and distress. Thus, the first step is for leaders to foster a deeper connection with themselves. We share here a few concrete techniques:

    1. Practice deep listening, starting with ourselves and extending to our team members. Recognize that everyone has unique motivations, and by understanding and speaking to these motivations, we can cultivate psychological safety, productivity, and effectiveness.

    2. During times of change, reflecting on what truly matters to us is essential. Jennifer refers to this as the "golden triangle" of connection to ourselves, others, and our purpose. Everything else falls into place when our actions align with a greater mission. Effective leaders embody these principles and engage in daily reflection.

    3. Before bed, consider three questions: How could I have improved today? What am I proud of? What are three things I appreciated about my day?

    4. When anxious, practice regulating the nervous system through deep breathing techniques, focusing on the heart center.

    5. Physical posture also influences our mindset. We can access new perspectives and behaviors by consciously altering our body position. Inner child work is another valuable technique discussed in the episode.

    Addressing our psycho-spiritual and emotional needs prevents reactive behavior and avoids burdening others with our emotional baggage. We create a healthier environment for ourselves and our teams by attending to our emotional well-being.


    Tune in next time for more insights on leadership and organizational dynamics. If you want to improve your own skills in leading change or communicating more effectively, check out Ulrike’s online live courses for individuals here.


    Thanks for tuning into 'Leading Change Conversations'! We hope you found our discussion inspiring and informative. If you enjoyed it, remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a review. Plus, sign up for our Newsletter to access our practical transformation roadmaps regularly.


    Until next time, keep leading, keep learning, and making a difference!



    About Jennifer Hill

    Jennifer K. Hill is an Evolutionary Leader, entrepreneur, author, speaker, podcaster and TV host. She has hosted popular shows with Dr. Deepak Chopra, Bruce Lipton, and many other leaders from around the world on her Regarding Consciousness podcast. After exiting her first company in 2018, she recently co-founded a new company in the technology space, OptiMatch (om.app) that utilizes their proprietary algorithm and built in AI to match people in business.

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


    About Ulrike Seminati

    Ulrike is a globally operating coach, trainer, and consultant who brings a wealth of experience as a former C-level executive to her expertise in authentic leadership and impactful communication. By blending the latest self-development methodologies with her extensive practical experience in leading across all levels of hierarchy, she enables leaders to establish trust and lead change through effective communication. Ulrike's clients benefit from her pragmatic and user-friendly tools that enable them to make lasting improvements.


    Connect with Ulrike!

    Website: https://ulrikeseminati.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulrikeseminati/

    Email: contact@ulrikeseminati.com
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    29 mins
  • CEO insights: Maintaining productivity in times of change

    CEO insights: Maintaining productivity in times of change
    Apr 9 2024

    CEO Diego Pesciatini and Ulrike Seminati share strategies to improve productivity and create buy-in for ambitious change projects in this episode.

    Main Discussion Points:

    Obligation to Dissent:

    • Encouraging a culture of dissent fosters critical thinking and empowers team members to voice their perspectives.
    • Leader actively solicits opposing viewpoints from team members before making decisions, instilling confidence in the team's ability to contribute constructively.

    Understand Your Own Motivations First:

    • Effective leadership needs setting aside personal ego and identifying motivating factors to align team efforts towards shared goals.
    • Leaders must discern individual and collective motivators to inspire team commitment and drive success.

    Learn to Pass the Message:

    • Tailored communication approaches to resonate emotionally with diverse team members enhance message reception and alignment.
    • Flexibility in communication styles, ranging from directness to diplomacy, ensures effective conveyance of expectations and objectives.

    Help Your People Grow:

    • Prioritize nurturing the growth and development of ambitious team members over protecting personal status.
    • True leadership is exemplified by facilitating the growth of others, fostering a culture of collective advancement and success.

    Find the Right Balance Between Showing Strength and Vulnerability:

    • Embracing vulnerability and acknowledging limitations without hesitation instills trust and authenticity within the team.
    • Demonstrating strength in decision-making while acknowledging inherent uncertainties fosters confidence and a culture of decisive action.


    Conclusion:

    Maintaining productivity amidst change needs inclusive engagement and personalized support for team members. Leaders can effectively navigate transitions by nurturing individual growth and fostering a culture of open communication and mutual respect while maximizing team productivity and cohesion.

    Tune in next time for more insights on leadership and organizational dynamics. If you want to improve your own skills in leading change or communicating more effectively, check out Ulrike’s online live courses for individuals here.


    Thanks for tuning into 'Leading Change Conversations'! We hope you found our discussion inspiring and informative. Remember to subscribe, rate, and leave a review if you enjoyed it. Plus, sign up for our Newsletter to access our practical transformation roadmaps regularly.


    Until next time, keep leading, keep learning, and making a difference!



    About Diego Pesciatino

    Diego is the CEO of Amicorp Management Services, a global player in the financial services industry. After his law studies in Italy, he started his career as legal and business advisor in the MENA region where he advised prominent families, including Royal family members expanding their businesses globally. He moved to Zurich 10 years ago and he’s now leading a global team of professionals providing financial and administration services to Institutional, corporate and private clients.

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/diego-pesciatini-09a36086/


    About Ulrike Seminati

    Ulrike is a globally operating coach, trainer, and consultant who brings a wealth of experience as a former C-level executive to her expertise in authentic leadership and impactful communication. By blending the latest self-development methodologies with her extensive practical experience in leading across all levels of hierarchy, she enables leaders to establish trust and lead change through effective communication. Ulrike's clients benefit from her pragmatic and user-friendly tools that enable them to make lasting improvements.


    Connect with Ulrike!

    Website: https://ulrikeseminati.com

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ulrikeseminati/

    Email: contact@ulrikeseminati.com
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    27 mins
Management Economics Personal Success
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