In this inspiring conversation on Talks with Dr Shafer, Dr. Shafer welcomes special guest Kirsten Ramos, President of Elevate Performance Solutions, Speaker and Host of the Business Podcast The Savvy Session. On today's episode, Dr Shafer and Kirsten explore the significance of empathetic leadership. Kirsten shares her personal story of transitioning from various roles into leadership coaching, emphasizing the importance of understanding team dynamics and the challenges leaders face. They discuss the necessity of effective communication, the impact of feedback, and the phenomenon of imposterism. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for fostering a supportive work environment and the importance of gratitude and trust in leadership.
Takeaways:
-Leaders are developed through experience and learning.
-Empathy in leadership requires setting boundaries.
-Feedback should be specific and constructive.
-Change is a constant in organizations; mindset matters.
-Imposter phenomenon affects many, regardless of success.
-Gratitude can shift perspectives on leadership roles.
-Effective communication builds trust within teams.
-Asking questions fosters engagement and collaboration.
-Coaching is an investment in personal growth.
-Women supporting women is crucial for empowerment.
Sound Bites
"Ask the question first."
"We are in this together."
"Feedback is a gift."
Thank you to Kirsten Ramos for being on the show!
Learn more about Kirsten Ramos, Elevate Performance Solutions and her mission to elevate others on her website:
https://www.elevateperformance.net/about
Listen to The Savvy Session with Kirsten Ramos and Paula Kircher here:https://www.thesavvysession.com/
Follow Kirsten Ramos on Instagram as @Kirstenramoselevate and LinkedIn as linkedin.com/in/kirsten-ramos-elevate
Dr Shafer Stedron, MD is a musician turned Neurologist, a mom, a Jay Shetty-Certified Life Coach, an Author, Publisher, and so much more. She is passionate about helping others reclaim their stories and build their most beautiful future, unlocking their fullest potential informed by her background in neurology, psychology, business and entertainment.
Dr. Shafer's story is one of triumph, self-awareness, and tireless creation. As she has reclaimed her own story, rebuilding her life after difficult experiences, she launched We Don’t Tell Our Stories, an online community to help people suffering from Domestic Abuse and Intimate Partner Violence. Her love of writing inspired her to launch Little House of Dreams Publishing, a children’s literature publishing house focused on sharing the stories of children. Dr Shafer believes it is never too early to show young people how important their voice truly is, and the power they possess to create a better world.
Coming January 2025, Dr Shafer co-authors the Cracking the Rich Code 16th Edition, endorsed by Tony Robbins.
Coming May 2025, Dr Shafer shares her children's book, The Boy and His Brightly Colored Blocks, about a young boy whose mother helps him through tricky transitions and the trouble of having to do anything other than play with his beloved blocks.
Connect with Dr. Shafer: https://drshaferstedronova.com/
To watch inspiring and informative Talks with Dr Shafer head to her YouTube Channel: / @talkswithdrshafer
This episode does not offer individualized medical advice. Opinions discussed are for informational purposes only, and should not be considered medical advice.
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Music Credit: Shafer Yost, Impulse
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