In this episode of the Vision to Reality podcast, host Curtis Jenkins speaks with Angela Cheng-Cimini, an accomplished HR leader, about building future-ready teams and the evolving landscape of talent acquisition. Angela shares her personal journey, the importance of mentorship, and her current role at the Chronicle of Philanthropy. They discuss the chaos surrounding DEI initiatives, the significance of hyper-personalization in employee experiences, and the need for transparency in hiring processes. Angela emphasizes the importance of understanding individual strengths and the impact of mentorship on career development, while also addressing the challenges of imposter syndrome and the vision for a fulfilling future.

Chapters:

00:00Introduction to Building Future-Ready Teams

02:09Angela's Backstory and Journey in HR

05:41Mentorship and Paying It Forward

07:06Transitioning to the Chronicle of Philanthropy

09:21Mission and Impact of the Chronicle

10:22Navigating the Chaos of DEI

12:07Job Seeking Strategies in a Changing Landscape

14:27Hyper-Personalization of Employee Experience

20:16Career Development and Lateral Moves

22:05Improving the Hiring Process for All Stakeholders

24:43Embracing Innovative HR Practices

28:17The Impact of Mentorship

30:56Reflections on Personal Impact

34:08Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

37:21Vision for the Future

39:53Career Advancement Strategies

Connect with Angela:

Email: achengcimini@yahoo.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-cheng-cimini/

Website: https://www.worldclassspeakers.com/speakers/angelachengcimini

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Laura Sicola, a leadership communication expert, shares her insights on the importance of effective communication in career advancement. She emphasizes the need for authenticity in leadership, the significance of mastering one's voice, and the art of delivering impactful messages. The discussion also covers the nuances of interviewing, the role of personal stories, and the concept of gravitas in executive presence. Dr. Sicola provides practical tips for navigating apologies and enhancing communication skills, making this a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their influence and leadership capabilities.

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Chapters

00:00 Interview Techniques and Leadership Fit

32:17 Storytelling in Interviews

34:31 Transformative Coaching Experiences

38:01 Understanding Gravitas and Executive Presence

46:46 The Role of Appearance in Professional Settings

50:46 Authenticity and Communication Strategies

Connect with Dr. Laura

email: mailto:laura@laurasicola.com

linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola/

web: https://www.laurasicola.com

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In this episode of the Vision to Reality podcast, Curtis Jenkins speaks with Ang Onorato, a human capital executive and conscious leadership coach, about breaking free from corporate conditioning and the importance of self-leadership. They discuss the challenges faced by different generations in the workplace, the need for psychological safety, and the impact of AI on human capital. Ange shares her Living Oak Leadership framework, emphasizing the importance of embodying one's vision and the role of nervous system intelligence in effective leadership. The conversation also touches on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the necessity of personal experience in coaching.

Chapters

00:00 Breaking Free from Corporate Conditioning

03:13 The Journey to Conscious Leadership

04:29 Identifying the Target Audience

07:10 Navigating Generational Differences in the Workplace

08:52 Clearing the Fog: Understanding Personal Biases

10:15 The Importance of Psychological Safety

12:35 Filling Your Cup: Self-Leadership and Overflow

15:44 Living Oak Leadership: A Metaphor for Growth

22:02 Understanding Corporate Conditioning

24:21 The Future of Work and AI

28:41 The Human Behind the Work

32:48 Finding Your Market Dominating Position

37:18 Navigating DEI Policies in Business

45:08 Leadership's Role in Shaping Company Culture

49:46 The Importance of Authenticity in Coaching

51:49 From Vision to Reality: Embodying Leadership

56:07 Understanding Nervous System Intelligence

01:00:26 Practical Tips for Managing Burnout

01:06:07 Curtis Outro.mp4

Note: A correction to the episode at 29:58 — The KPI steps are Pitch, Profile, Publish, Product, Partnerships (not Promotion).

Connect with Ang:

Email: aonorato@livingoakleadership.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angonorato/

Website: https://www.angonorato.com

Join the Living Oak Leadership Community: https://www.skool.com/living-oak-leadership/about?ref=0a3b89e4e47b4c1dbad710be5ff3b264