Executive presence is not making you a more influential leader

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The Standup

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12 episodes

3 months ago

How can you become a more impactful leader? One who motivates a team? Who turns visions into accomplishments. One who inspires others to achieve more than they dreamed possible? To help answer those questions, we created The Standup. In every episode, Host Yael Miller and our guests will share challenges faced by leaders just like you, explain their practical strategies for success, and do it all in about twenty minutes.

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Executive presence is not making you a more influential leader

The Standup

18 minutes 36 seconds

9 months ago

Executive presence is not making you a more influential leader

What happens when you embrace your authentic self at work?

In this episode of The Standup, global marketing leader Cynthia Kleinbaum, Co-founder of the A LA LATINA Network, shares how staying true to her identity and flipping biases into strengths has shaped her success. From her journey as a Latina in corporate America to fostering environments where employees thrive, Cynthia dives into actionable tips for impactful leadership. Discover why “leading like a mom” can be the ultimate leadership superpower and learn her Barometer Method—a simple framework for creating honest, open team communication.

Listen in for practical advice on empowering your team, overcoming biases, and redefining leadership.

What you’ll learn:

Bringing your true self to work builds trust and drives better results
Leading with care creates environments where teams thrive and feel valued
Traits often seen as weaknesses—like passion or kindness—are actually leadership advantages

Things to listen for:

(00:00) Introduction to Cynthia Kleinbaum

(01:26) Realizing authenticity as a strength: Humor in the workplace

(03:13) Owning identity: The impact of being a Latina leader

(07:31) Leading like a mom: Empathy meets accountability

(09:18) The Barometer Method: Checking in with your team

(11:07) Breaking down workplace barriers for authentic leadership

(14:44) Advice for leaders on navigating biases and cultural expectations

(17:24) Cynthia’s favorite resources and habits for success

Resources:

Connect with Cynthia
Connect with Yael
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