What is the 'missing 33%' in leadership development for women?

The 'missing 33%' refers to the perceived lack of strategic, financial, and business acumen among women leaders, despite being equally competent in interpersonal and team-building skills. Addressing this gap is crucial for advancing to higher leadership roles.

How can professionals increase their visibility in the workplace?

Increase workplace visibility by taking initiative in high-impact projects, actively participating in meetings, building a strong network within and outside the organization, and consistently communicating your achievements and strategic contributions to your superiors.

Why is business acumen important for career advancement?

Business acumen is critical as it demonstrates your ability to understand and influence the company’s financial and strategic outcomes. It positions you as a decision-maker and aligns your personal goals with the organization's objectives, crucial for advancing to senior roles.

What strategies can help women navigate male-dominated industries?

Women can navigate male-dominated industries by developing strong mentorship connections, advocating for inclusive policies, seeking roles that highlight their strategic contributions, and continuously upgrading their industry-specific skills and knowledge.

How can someone transition from being a technical expert to a managerial role?

Transitioning from a technical expert to a managerial role involves developing soft skills like leadership, delegation, and conflict resolution, understanding team dynamics, and focusing more on strategic planning and less on hands-on tasks.

What should I do if I am not being recognized for my contributions at work?

If you're not being recognized for your work, initiate discussions about your contributions in one-on-one meetings with your manager, seek feedback regularly, ensure your work aligns with the company’s goals, and consider establishing more visibility for your projects through presentations or company-wide updates.

Can leadership skills be learned, or are they innate?

Leadership skills can definitely be learned. While some individuals may have innate traits that make them natural leaders, effective leadership skills such as communication, empathy, strategic thinking, and resilience can be developed through training, experience, and mentorship.

How should I prepare for a leadership role in the future?

Prepare for a leadership role by seeking roles that challenge your decision-making and strategic planning skills, engage in continuous learning (formal education, workshops, reading), seek feedback, and develop a robust professional network. Engaging with a mentor or coach can also provide personalized guidance and insight.

Renata Bernarde

Sep 28, 2020

The Career Advice You Didn’t Get

Episode 49 - Leadership and Career Success: The Career Advice You Probably Didn’t Get, with Susan Colantuono

This episode is dedicated to a better understanding of the relationship between leadership skills and career progression. Susan and I go through many exciting discussions about leadership and its link to career development and advancement. This synergy and connection are crucial for my ambitious clients: those who want to look for a new job opportunity and want that opportunity to stretch their skills and experience further.

I was so grateful that, in preparation for the recording of this episode, I had the opportunity to read her book, No Ceiling, No Walls, which I now recommend to my clients as well.

About Our Guest, Susan Colantuono

Susan Colantuono's TED Talk "The career advice you probably didn't get" has over 4 million views and has recently been included as one of the top 10 TEDTalks for career moves by The Enterprise Project. TED has also included it in a special playlist for women's career development. It has been my favorite for years, and I often recommend it to my coaching clients. So it was a huge honor to have Susan as my guest for this episode. We recorded live in August 2020 during the 2020 Digital Innovation Forum, organized by the Department of Jobs, Precinct, and Regions of Victoria.

The Career Advice You Didn’t Get

Episode 49 - Leadership and Career Success: The Career Advice You Probably Didn’t Get, with Susan Colantuono

About Our Guest, Susan Colantuono

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