"If you don't like your circumstances, you actually have a responsibility, but you also have the power to change your circumstances." - Kylee Leota
As female leaders, we often juggle multiple responsibilities while maintaining high performance standards. Kylee Leota, with her 20 years of experience, shares how she transformed from a government role to building her own business during COVID-19 - a journey that many aspiring women leaders can relate to. Her story demonstrates that taking bold steps, even during uncertain times, can lead to greater alignment with our personal values and professional goals.
Kylee emphasizes that when we're "calm and regulated and in flow," we operate at our best - a crucial insight for women leaders managing complex corporate environments and team dynamics.
In this episode you will learn:
How to understand and manage your brain's "air traffic control tower" for better leadership performance
Practical strategies for recognizing stress signals and maintaining emotional regulation in high-pressure corporate environments
The power of modeling vulnerable leadership and creating supportive team environments
How to embrace continuous learning as a pathway to infinite leadership opportunities
For women navigating the corporate landscape, understanding executive functioning is like having a secret weapon in your leadership arsenal. The episode delves deep into creating supportive ecosystems for emotional regulation, a particularly relevant topic for women in leadership positions.
By implementing proactive strategies and developing a common language around stress and executive functioning, we can create more inclusive and understanding workplace cultures. As Kylee notes, "90% of things are about being proactive," highlighting the importance of preparation and self-awareness in leadership roles.
Connect with Kylee
Grab your copy for free of Kylee's white paper on executive functioning: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/iz4TgzCTwYHlyKQG5Ryl
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylee-leota-certified-chair-%E2%84%A2-65a332100/
Connect with Rochelle
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