Join Kimberly Benoit as she interviews communication strategist Lee Caraher about the real challenges leaders face around workplace communication. Discover the practical shifts that create better team dynamics, efficiency, and appreciation.

• Lee Caraher's personal story about a leadership communication blind spot and its impact
• The difference between appreciation and recognition in the workplace
• How assumptions and implied expectations cause misunderstandings across generations
• Practical strategies for clarifying expectations and closing communication gaps
• Actionable steps any leader can take to enhance team engagement and accountability

Lee Caraher is a communication strategist, CEO of Double Forte, and author who helps leaders and teams talk to each other better so work doesn’t suck. With 25+ years advising organizations through change, growth, and conflict, she’s known for helping leaders deliver clear, honest messages that actually land. Lee is the author of Millennials & Management and The Boomerang Principle, and a sought-after speaker on leadership, communication, and workplace effectiveness.

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Website: https://leecaraher.com/

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Struggling with resistance on your team? This episode breaks down how leaders can avoid common traps and handle challenging dynamics effectively.

• The dangers of making assumptions about team members before having conversations
• How assigning roles like "resistor" or "cheerleader" leads to self-fulfilling prophecies
• Why understanding the real reasons behind resistance is crucial for successful change
• The value of listening to critical feedback and leveraging it to improve plans
• Practical tools for stakeholder analysis to create better, reality-based strategies

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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!

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Attorney Jesse Weinstein joins us to discuss workplace retaliation, discrimination, and the realities of addressing conflict at work. Learn how to respond strategically, protect yourself, and when it’s time to escalate issues.

• Jesse’s personal story about mishandling workplace conflict in the Navy and how it shaped his career
• The difference between being correct and being practical in workplace disputes
• How to determine when and how to escalate a workplace issue
• The importance of documentation and knowing your rights as an employee
• When to call a lawyer and what to expect when legal counsel gets involved

To learn more about Jesse, visit: https://www.newyorkcitydiscriminationlawyer.com/our-team/jesse-s-weinstein/

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To learn more about Kimberly J Benoit or how you can work with her, check out her website, kimberlyjbenoit.com, or find her on LinkedIn.

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👋 Say hi on Instagram and and share your favorite takeaway from this episode in your stories. Be sure to tag @kimberlyjbenoit so I can say HI!

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