When most people say they want to “be authentic,” what they really mean is they want to be comfortable, says Dr. Laura Sicola. But “comfort zones and authenticity have nothing to do with each other when it comes to real performance,” she says. Laura Sicola is a cognitive linguist, communication expert, speaker, and coach who helps leaders become master influencers. Her TEDx presentation, “Want to Sound Like a Leader?” has been viewed approximately 7 million times. Laura joins Daniel and Peter...
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When most people say they want to “be authentic,” what they really mean is they want to be comfortable, says Dr. Laura Sicola. But “comfort zones and authenticity have nothing to do with each other when it comes to real performance,” she says. Laura Sicola is a cognitive linguist, communication expert, speaker, and coach who helps leaders become master influencers. Her TEDx presentation, “Want to Sound Like a Leader?” has been viewed approximately 7 million times. Laura joins Daniel and Peter...
A good coaching session is about more than just complaints or chit chat. “Coaching sessions are not just to have a feel-good moment,” says Daniel. “They are intended to focus on action and follow up.” In this week’s episode, Daniel and Peter demystify a typical coaching session. They discuss some of the questions they typically ask, the common way they begin many sessions, and the importance of both behavior change and mindset shift. Tune in to learn: The one thing a coachee should do to opti...
The Leadership Growth Podcast
When most people say they want to “be authentic,” what they really mean is they want to be comfortable, says Dr. Laura Sicola. But “comfort zones and authenticity have nothing to do with each other when it comes to real performance,” she says. Laura Sicola is a cognitive linguist, communication expert, speaker, and coach who helps leaders become master influencers. Her TEDx presentation, “Want to Sound Like a Leader?” has been viewed approximately 7 million times. Laura joins Daniel and Peter...
