Today, I share what I've learned from my 13 years of working and living "a virtual" life. For many, COVID-19 has presented new challenges to getting things done. Being virtual is definitely more complicated, but there are some things you can do to do more and feel more productive. #COVID-19 #virtual #lifestyle #work #businesswomen #lifeisgood

Since the COVID-19 pandemic struck, it's hard to stay focused. Your team is counting on you to provide guidance and support. As an executive or manager, your first responsibility is to identify what accomplishments matter most. Here's Denise offering 10 minutes of advice on how you can adapt your communication to ensure your staff is getting the right things done. This episode provides guidance on how to keep your team focused on getting what matters most done.

It's the 21st century! Time to rethink recruiting. It all starts with a killer job posting. The best talent wants to work for a company that fits their values and makes them feel like they are valued and welcome. Katrina Kibbens, CEO Three Ears Media, is an expert at teaching recruiters and executives how to write the best job postings and rethink their recruiting strategies to attract and retain the best talent.

Ever taken the DiSC or Myers Brigg Personality Assessment? Afterward, did you know what to do with the information provided? Why are more and more employers using them as part of their selection criteria for new hires, or developing managers? My guest Michael Bouton, President ViaTech Global (www.ViaTechGlobal.com), knows first hand how these tools can be used and misused. Today, we talk about how assessments can identify what gets in the way of high performance and even how to improve your love life.

When we talk about work/life balance seems like employees are expected to get it right and managers have little to do. What would be different if we recognized we live integrated lives? There's no leaving our personal life at the door. What kind of workplace is needed to achieve high performance and support the needs of high performing employees. My guest Carla Carlisle shares a very intimate story of her journey to find work life integration for herself and her team.

Before #MeToo Judy’s organization was creating monthly events called Connect LIVE!:tm: which provides ongoing opportunities for women to Connect, Encourage and Inspire each other.
When women work together all the necessary resources show up to further their careers, start a business, gain financial freedom, enhance their spirituality and improve health awareness. Both the monthly and the national conference offer practical every day knowledge about presenting yourself and transitioning to your next greatest adventure.

To learn more go to https://www.whatwomenwantnetworking.com/

Right now the odds are you know someone who’s being battered, verbally or financially abused. The numbers don’t lie. 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men. Finding a way to help can be tricky. How we judge each other keeps them from speaking up. My guest Elyshia Brooks is President of BrandNiquely:tm: You! Inc., a Personal and B2B Brand Strategy Boutique. Elyshia mentors to hundreds of women locally and abroad on personal mastery, self-love and specifically topics on Abuse through Domestic Violence and Mental Wealth. She's beautiful, smart finishing her doctorate at Walden University. She has one adult son who plays professional basketball overseas and the opinions of others kept her from telling anyone she was raped and later involved in an abusive marriage. Is your opinion... your words keeping someone from safety? You can contact Elyshia at hello at BrandNiquelyinc com

Name: Eric Watson
Title: Executive Consultant
Company: The Kaleidoscope Group
Contact information: linkedin.com/in/ericnwatson

What does it take to be successful and how do you stay stay the course when it seems like nothing is changing? A deep commitment and a bit of a maverick spirit. Eric Watson, executive consultant, advises C-suite executives about the power of inclusion and how to improve their revenue line by creating inclusive high performance workplace. Tell us what does diversity mean to you?

Decoding The Executive Search Process – Ever wonder what does a recruiter or executive search firm do and how do they decide who to present as the best qualified candidate? When a recruiter calls, you know they are looking to fill a position. Listen to my conversation with Deborah Snow Walsh, owner of her own boutique executive search firm. You’ll learn what most hiring managers ask for, how a recruiter is evaluated and what you can do to show you are the right candidate.

Debbie and I answer questions like “what’s a good fit?” How a passive candidate can suddenly turn into someone looking for another job and if you do these two things can sabotage your chances of being presented to the hiring manager.

Deborah Walsh – 20 year veteran as a senior level talent acquisition’s specialist. Deborah has a rich background working both inside some of the best talent search organizations as well as the CEO of her own boutique talent acquisition firm.

As a women-owned boutique firm she’s had to prove her ability to deliver exceptional talent in a field controlled by large male dominated firms. Her ability to nurture relationships with emerging talent offering them guidance and exposure has served her well as she continually is refreshing her network of connections. You can reach Deborah via LinkedIn.

Closing the Gap with Denise Cooper share the life stories from ordinary people who realize success is achieve because of your conviction, belief and approach in other words your mindset. Each has learned how to become a skilled agent for positive change and thrive in the midst of chaos. Join us as my guests share how they use 4 principles of success – context, choices, bridging perspectives and mastering relationships - to disrupt the status quo and thrive during the chaos of change.

Closing the Gap with Denise Cooper is hosted by Podomatic. Find us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tune In.

What’s the one thing business and leadership development thought leaders like Marshall Goldsmith, John Maxwell, Gary Vaynerchuk, Brene’ Brown and Lisa Nichols will tell you. If you want to be a great leader the first place to start is with self-awareness. What are you passionate about? What are your strengths, weaknesses, blind spots and bias’s and how do they frame and shape your decisions? Today’s guest Pamela Brooks is a hidden gem that is quietly turning the leadership develop industry on its ear. Blending neuroscience and behavioral assessments with the best practices in group dynamics she’s a force building the leadership pipeline for Arizona State University. If after you’ve taken an assessment and wonder ok now what this conversation will help you figure out your next step to high performance.
Closing the Gap with Denise Cooper share the life stories from ordinary people who realize success is achieve because of your conviction, belief and approach in other words your mindset. Each has learned how to become a skilled agent for positive change and thrive in the midst of chaos. Join us as my guests share how they use 4 principles of success – context, choices, bridging perspectives and mastering relationships - to disrupt the status quo and thrive during the chaos of change.
Closing the Gap with Denise Cooper is hosted by Podomatic. Find us on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, Google Play, and Tune In.