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April 30, 2025 65 mins

Join Coach Katina Christmas Robertson and style strategist Kellye Adams for game-changing insights on overcoming workplace barriers and showing up authentically in your career. Perfect for professionals feeling stuck, struggling with office politics, or ready to level up their executive presence!

Episode Breakdown:

00:00 - Welcome & Introduction 

01:51 - Understanding the "Bobblehead Syndrome" in Leadership 

04:18 - Navigating Workplace Politics Without Losing Integrity 

06:41 - The Global Perspective vs Individual View 

09:06 - Finding Your Voice Without Being Oppositional 

11:35 - Setting Professional Boundaries 

13:50 - The Truth About "Looking the Part" 

16:13 - Rethinking Work-Life Balance 

18:32 - Packaging Your Ideas for Impact 

20:24 - Choosing Your Battles Wisely 

22:45 - Understanding Different Leadership Levels 

24:58 - Managing Personal Challenges 

27:21 - Cross-Generational Communication 

29:49 - The Importance of Global Thinking 

32:11 - Problem-Solving vs Problem-Spotting 

34:18 - Personal Style as Professional Strategy 

36:42 - Self-Reflection and Growth

🔑 Game-Changing Strategies:
  1. Navigate Leadership Without Compromising Integrity
  2. Build Professional Boundaries
  3. Develop Executive Presence
  4. Master Workplace Communication
  5. Create Solution-Focused Approaches
Expert Tips from Kellye Adams:

"Don't just bring problems - bring solutions. Otherwise, you'll be labeled a problem picker." "Looking professional isn't about conforming - it's about packaging your brilliance effectively." "Sometimes it's not about agreeing or disagreeing - it's about understanding the global perspective."

Professional Development Action Steps:
  1. Assess Your Professional Appearance Strategy
  2. Build Cross-Generational Communication Skills
  3. Develop Solution-Focused Mindset
  4. Create Clear Professional Boundaries
  5. Practice Strategic Communication
Work With Coach Katina:

https://katinachristmasrobertson.com/ola/services/discovery-call

🎯 READY TO LEVEL UP YOUR CAREER? Hit SUBSCRIBE and the notification bell for weekly professional development insights!

CONNECT WITH KELLY: Website: www.jkellydesigns.com

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