Leadership Transformations

Align your team for leadership growth

In this episode of Leadership Transformations, we tackle one of the most critical transitions in a professional’s journey: moving from a technical track to a leadership role. Janet Taggart joins us to explore how leaders can guide their talented employees through this pivotal shift. 

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Keep your team inspired and empowered

In this episode, we discuss the critical differences between job satisfaction and employee engagement, as well as why both are essential for retaining top talent. Janet Taggart joins us today to unpack how leaders can foster meaningful connections, build trust, and create an environment where employees feel valued, inspired, a...

Turn uncertainty into opportunity

In this episode, we explore the challenges leaders face when navigating unexpected changes. Janet Taggart, a seasoned leadership coach with Peridot Circle Consulting, shares insights on transforming uncertainty into opportunities for growth and resilience, offering a clear roadmap for approaching change with confidenc...

Take your leadership journey to the next level

In this special episode of the Leadership Transformations podcast, we turn the tables and get to know Stephanie Willmore, our host and Head Accountability Coach at Peridot Circle Consulting. Stephanie shares how accountability coaching helps leaders and aspiring leaders navigate their career paths with cl...

Start using time constraints to your advantage

Today on the Leadership Transformations podcast, we're diving into the ways leaders can approach time management and task prioritization. Janet Taggart, a seasoned leadership coach with Peridot Circle Consulting, joins us to unpack why feeling the “pinch” of time constraints can be a positive force for growth. Rather ...

Prioritize purpose and vision by doing the right things at the right time for the right reasons

Today we are excited to be hearing from Janet Taggart, a personal leadership brand strategist who specializes in helping leaders in growth-oriented companies succeed in dynamic and complex environments. Our discussion breaks down some core differences between efficiency and effectiveness and why we should care.

Develop a leadership presence that fuels credibility, respect, and influence

Today we have the privilege of hearing from Janet Taggart, a personal leadership brand strategist who specializes in helping leaders in growth-oriented companies succeed in dynamic and complex environments. Our discussion focuses on developing a key element of your personal leadership brand—gravitas. 

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Empowering autonomy in your teams by applying lessons learned from more than four decades of leadership experience

Today we have the privilege of speaking with David Berg, founder of the Association for Information Management’s Leadership Development Institute. David Berg started his career as a US Navy Flight Officer, eventually transitioning to business and technology where he worked for more than 25 yea...

When you think you’re ready for your next opportunity, but things are not going the way you think they should, what can you do to attract the right kind of attention to your capability and readiness? Not in a desperate panicked state—but in a way that allows you to move forward purposefully and powerfully. 

In other words, what can you do when you believe you’ve prepared as well as you can already for an o...

In a recent interview, cybersecurity expert SVP and CSO Kristina Belnap recalled her experience of learning to embrace workplace friction as the catalyst for her personal growth and the development of her team. By showcasing the relationship between beliefs and decision-making Kristina illuminates the power of giving and receiving feedback in the workplace. Her personal leadership philosophy has enabled her to traverse...

Stepping into a leadership role can be exhilarating yet daunting because you want to be ready for whatever challenges await you. Whether you've just accepted your first leadership position, expanded your leadership responsibility, or hope to be promoted into a leadership role—your desire to exude confidence and competence is clear. 

But here's the catch: effective leadership isn't just about showcasing suc...

For high-performing teams, the magic often lies in appreciating differences rather than striving for uniformity. Typically, a team is not a group of people you’ve chosen yourself. Whether you’ve been hired directly or reassigned to a team, or whether you’ve been promoted to lead former colleagues or inherited teams as a result of organizational realignment – how can you help your team thrive? Join us as we focus on how...

In today’s episode you’ll meet and hear the inspiring journey of Natalie Atwood, a vanguard in the HR industry with over 15 years of experience. From her unconventional path into HR to her transformative role at bswift, Natalie shares invaluable insights on letting go to grow, the nuances of effective delegation, and strategies for igniting true potential in others. She also discusses the challenges of standing out in ...

Do you work in a technical field and struggle to have your voice heard and your contributions recognized at work? You're not alone. Many technical professionals excel in their craft yet find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to leadership and influence. In part 2 of this two-part podcast series on making the leap from technical expertise into leadership, we'll be diving into how to shape your communication so ...

Are you a technical expert striving to make a broader impact beyond your defined role?

This episode of the Leadership Transformations podcast dives into the common challenge of breaking through the confines of technical expertise and stepping into influential leadership opportunities. In part 1 of this two-part podcast series, we'll be diving into how to position yourself as the natural choice for leadersh...

Have you ever felt your boss just doesn’t see your value and potential? This can be confusing, frustrating, and, at times, demoralizing when you think you have a “good” working relationship and communicate openly with your boss.

The importance of communicating up—effectively communicating and collaborating between you and your leader—cannot be overstated. When challenges and concerns (even when presented w...