Welcome to my Insider Notes where I'm sharing weekly career and leadership insights and the most up to date information on the Your Next Move Podcast and Brown Leadership™.
Why doing good work isn’t enough anymore
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Hi Reader, You’ve done everything “right.” But you’re still being passed over—for the big projects, the stage, the recognition. Let me offer you another explanation: You’re not lacking credibility. You’re lacking strategy. So what do you do? Start showing up for the kind of leadership and speaking opportunities you want—even if they feel slightly outside your comfort zone. That’s the signal that it’s time to grow. This summer, I’m working with five high-performing professionals to help them go from hidden leader to sought-after voice through my 1:1 coaching program, the Strategic Growth Series. Inside this personalized coaching experience, we’ll build:
And no, you don’t need to post on LinkedIn every day or build a flashy brand. You just need a strategy that works for you. Here’s what’s included:
Be sure to select the Strategic Growth Series option on the application. You’ve already proven yourself. — Kimberly P.S. |
Kimberly Brown, @kimberlybonline
Welcome to my Insider Notes where I'm sharing weekly career and leadership insights and the most up to date information on the Your Next Move Podcast and Brown Leadership™.
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