On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Marcus Allen shares how your background influences your ability to seek opportunities and lead others. Listen in as Laura and Marcus discuss helping teams stay focused through communication, creating policies that impact a wide variety of people, and how Marcus initiated a difficult conversation that led to personal and company-wide growth.

Marcus Allen, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region – a one-on-one mentoring organization that works with children at risk.

 

You can learn more about Marcus and Big Brothers Big Sisters here: https://www.independencebigs.org/

 

To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/quickstart and download the quick start guide for mastering the three C’s of influence.

 

You can connect with Laura in the following ways:

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

LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA

Facebook: Vocal Impact Productions

Twitter: @Laura Sicola 

Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vocalimpactproductions

Instagram: @VocalImpactProductions

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On this episode of Speaking to Influence, Marcus Allen shares how your background influences your ability to seek opportunities and lead others. Listen in as Laura and Marcus discuss helping teams stay focused through communication, creating policies that impact a wide variety of people, and how Marcus initiated a difficult conversation that led to personal and company-wide growth.
Marcus Allen, president and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence Region &ndash; a one-on-one mentoring organization that works with children at risk.
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You can learn more about Marcus and Big Brothers Big Sisters here: <a href="https://www.independencebigs.org/">https://www.independencebigs.org/</a>
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To learn more about Dr. Laura Sicola and how mastering influence can impact your success go to https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com/quickstart and download the quick start guide for mastering the three C&rsquo;s of influence.
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You can connect with Laura in the following ways:
LinkedIn:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola">https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola</a><a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fdrlaurasicola"></a>
LinkedIn Business Page: <a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fcompany%2Fvocal-impact-productions%2F">https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/</a>
YouTube: <a href="https://slack-redir.net/link?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fchannel%2FUCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA</a>
Facebook: Vocal Impact Productions
Twitter: <a href="mailto:laurasicola@gmail.com">@Laura Sicola</a>&nbsp;
Twitch: <a href="https://www.twitch.tv/vocalimpactproductions">https://www.twitch.tv/vocalimpactproductions</a>
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When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal.

Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more!

For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com 

To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@vocalimpactproductions.com

Speaking to Influence

When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal. Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more! For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com  To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@laurasicola.com

When you speak, do you want to inspire others and be recognized as a true leader? Do you want to feel more confident, have greater influence, and get bigger results? This is the show for executives, business owners and leaders who need to command the room, connect with their audience and close the deal. Join host Dr. Laura Sicola, communication and influence expert, as she interviews world-class business and industry leaders, who reveal the importance of strong communication skills in their success and the (sometimes hard) lessons they learned along the way. You’ll gain insights into confident public speaking, conflict management, executive presence, and more! For more information, visit https://www.speakingtoinfluence.com  To book Laura as a guest or speaker email info@laurasicola.com

Marcus Allen,  CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters SE PA: Mentorship & Creating Opportunities

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Wetzler, co-founder and co-CEO of Transcend, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education. They discuss the need for education reform and the challenges of communication in leadership. Wetzler emphasizes the importance of listening and creating a safe space for open communication. He also highlights the power of curiosity and asking questions to learn from others. The conversation concludes with a listener challenge to practice no BS listening. Overall, the episode explores the role of effective communication in driving educational innovation and leadership success.

In this episode you will learn:
Schools need to be reinvented to meet the changing needs of students in the 21st century.
Effective communication requires active listening and creating a safe space for open dialogue.
Curiosity and asking questions are essential for learning from others and fostering innovation.
Avoid jumping to conclusions and be willing to laugh at yourself.

About Jeff:

JEFF WETZLER is co-CEO of Transcend, a nationally recognized innovation organization and author of Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You. Wetzler combines unique leadership experiences spanning more than 25 years in business and education, as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, and as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America. He earned a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in psychology from Brown University. Based in New York, he is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and is an Edmund Hillary Fellow. See his new Harvard Business Review article here.

You can connect with Jeff Wetzler in the following ways:
Company Websites:

https://transcendeducation.org/
https://www.teachforamerica.org/
Book: https://www.askapproach.com/
Assessment: https://assessment.askapproach.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wetzler-9ba3824/



You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola
LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions
Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola
Twitter: @LauraSicola
Instagram: @drlaurasicola
Website: https://laurasicola.com
Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. Laura Sicola interviews Jeff Wetzler, co-founder and co-CEO of Transcend, a nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming education. They discuss the need for education reform and the challenges of communication in leadership. Wetzler emphasizes the importance of listening and creating a safe space for open communication. He also highlights the power of curiosity and asking questions to learn from others. The conversation concludes with a listener challenge to practice no BS listening. Overall, the episode explores the role of effective communication in driving educational innovation and leadership success.
In this episode you will learn:
<ul>
<li>Schools need to be reinvented to meet the changing needs of students in the 21st century.</li>
<li>Effective communication requires active listening and creating a safe space for open dialogue.</li>
<li>Curiosity and asking questions are essential for learning from others and fostering innovation.</li>
<li>Avoid jumping to conclusions and be willing to laugh at yourself.</li>
</ul>
About Jeff:
JEFF WETZLER is co-CEO of <a href="https://transcendeducation.org/">Transcend</a>, a nationally recognized innovation organization and author of<a href="https://www.askapproach.com/"> Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You</a>. Wetzler combines unique leadership experiences spanning more than 25 years in business and education, as a management consultant to the world’s top corporations, a learning facilitator for leaders around the world, and as Chief Learning Officer at Teach For America. He earned a Doctorate in Adult Learning and Leadership from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in psychology from Brown University. Based in New York, he is a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network and is an Edmund Hillary Fellow. See his new Harvard Business Review article <a href="https://hbr.org/2023/12/how-to-get-the-honest-input-you-need-from-your-employees">here</a>.
You can connect with Jeff Wetzler in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>Company Websites:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://transcendeducation.org/">https://transcendeducation.org/</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.teachforamerica.org/">https://www.teachforamerica.org/</a> </li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Book: <a href="https://www.askapproach.com/">https://www.askapproach.com/</a></li>
<li>Assessment: <a href="https://assessment.askapproach.com">https://assessment.askapproach.com</a></li>
<li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wetzler-9ba3824/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-wetzler-9ba3824/</a></li>
</ul>
 
You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola</li>
<li>LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc</li>
<li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions</li>
<li>Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola</li>
<li>Twitter: @LauraSicola</li>
<li>Instagram: @drlaurasicola</li>
<li>Website: https://laurasicola.com</li>
<li>Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today</li>
</ul>
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Jeff Wetzler, Transcend: Curiosity and Reinventing School

In this compelling episode, Amy Bernstein, esteemed editor at Harvard Business Review, delves into the nuances of leadership communication and the transformative power of relinquishing control. Drawing from her wealth of experience, Amy underscores the importance of motivating over micromanaging, advocating for a leadership style that empowers others and fosters trust in their capabilities.

Through candid reflections, Amy navigates the challenges of self-doubt and missed opportunities, urging listeners to embrace risk-taking and cultivate unwavering self-belief. She shares a poignant personal anecdote of confronting workplace bullying, emphasizing the indispensable role of integrity in leadership.

As the episode unfolds, Amy issues a powerful call to action, challenging leaders to reevaluate their approach by stepping back from micromanagement and embracing a culture of empowerment. Listeners are bound to glean invaluable insights into fostering effective leadership communication, navigating adversity with resilience, and championing integrity in the workplace.

Join us for a transformative journey as we explore the keys to empowering leadership and communicating with enduring impact.

In this episode you will learn:
Leadership communication involves motivating rather than micromanaging
Empowering others and trusting their abilities is essential for effective leadership
Self-doubt can hinder personal and professional growth, but taking risks and believing in oneself is crucial
Standing up against workplace bullying demonstrates integrity and sets a positive example
Stepping back from micromanaging and empowering teams can lead to better outcomes

About Amy:

Amy Bernstein is the Editor of Harvard Business Review, where she oversees the magazine and its team of editors. She’s also the Vice President and Executive Editorial Director for Harvard Business Publishing, responsible for the editorial strategy and content development of the learning and educator assets for HBP’s Corporate Learning and Higher Education businesses.

You can connect with Amy Bernstein in the following ways:
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amybernstein
Twitter: https://twitter.com/asbernstein2185



You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola
LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions
Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola
Twitter: @LauraSicola
Instagram: @drlaurasicola
Website: https://laurasicola.com
Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this compelling episode, Amy Bernstein, esteemed editor at Harvard Business Review, delves into the nuances of leadership communication and the transformative power of relinquishing control. Drawing from her wealth of experience, Amy underscores the importance of motivating over micromanaging, advocating for a leadership style that empowers others and fosters trust in their capabilities.
Through candid reflections, Amy navigates the challenges of self-doubt and missed opportunities, urging listeners to embrace risk-taking and cultivate unwavering self-belief. She shares a poignant personal anecdote of confronting workplace bullying, emphasizing the indispensable role of integrity in leadership.
As the episode unfolds, Amy issues a powerful call to action, challenging leaders to reevaluate their approach by stepping back from micromanagement and embracing a culture of empowerment. Listeners are bound to glean invaluable insights into fostering effective leadership communication, navigating adversity with resilience, and championing integrity in the workplace.
Join us for a transformative journey as we explore the keys to empowering leadership and communicating with enduring impact.
In this episode you will learn:
<ul>
<li>Leadership communication involves motivating rather than micromanaging</li>
<li>Empowering others and trusting their abilities is essential for effective leadership</li>
<li>Self-doubt can hinder personal and professional growth, but taking risks and believing in oneself is crucial</li>
<li>Standing up against workplace bullying demonstrates integrity and sets a positive example</li>
<li>Stepping back from micromanaging and empowering teams can lead to better outcomes</li>
</ul>
About Amy:
Amy Bernstein is the Editor of Harvard Business Review, where she oversees the magazine and its team of editors. She’s also the Vice President and Executive Editorial Director for Harvard Business Publishing, responsible for the editorial strategy and content development of the learning and educator assets for HBP’s Corporate Learning and Higher Education businesses.
You can connect with Amy Bernstein in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amybernstein">linkedin.com/in/amybernstein</a></li>
<li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/asbernstein2185">https://twitter.com/asbernstein2185</a></li>
</ul>
 
You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola</li>
<li>LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc</li>
<li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions</li>
<li>Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola</li>
<li>Twitter: @LauraSicola</li>
<li>Instagram: @drlaurasicola</li>
<li>Website: https://laurasicola.com</li>
<li>Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today</li>
</ul>
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amy Bernstein, Harvard Business Review: Motivate, Don't Micromanage

In this episode, Dr. Robert Cavagnol, President of St. Luke's Clinic, shares insights on communication and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening and empathetic listening as key communication skills.

Dr. Cavagnol also discusses the use of the DISC profile for understanding communication styles and adapting to different individuals. He shares personal experiences of taking risks, making mistakes, and learning from them.

Additionally, he highlights the importance of advocating for others, especially in challenging situations.

Overall, Dr. Cavagnol's insights provide valuable lessons for effective communication and leadership.

In this episode you will learn:
Listening is a crucial communication skill, and empathetic listening is particularly important for leaders.
The DISC profile can help understand communication styles and adapt to different individuals.
Taking risks and making mistakes are part of leadership, and it's important to learn from them.
Advocating for others, especially in challenging situations, is an essential aspect of leadership.

About Rob:

Dr. Robert Cavagnol, MD, MHA, FACS, currently serves as the president of St. Luke’s Clinic, based in Boise, Idaho. Rob joined St. Luke’s in 2020, just as the COVID pandemic took off. He continues to practice clinically, participating in acute care surgery shifts in the Treasure Valley. He leads a clinic of 1600 providers as the accountable executive for the physician enterprise at St. Luke's, which is the largest health system and largest private employer in the state of Idaho.

Dr. Cavagnol received his bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Kalamazoo College and his medical degree from Wayne State University, School of Medicine. He completed his surgical training at the University of Cincinnati. Following his general surgery residency, Dr. Cavagnol spent three years on active duty with the U.S. Navy, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. During his naval career, Dr. Cavagnol deployed twice, first on the hospital ship USNS Comfort in support of humanitarian relief after hurricane Katrina, and then as a trauma surgeon to Fallujah, Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.

After completing his commitment to our country, Dr. Cavagnol joined Mercy Health System in Springfield, Missouri, as a practicing general surgeon. He attended Missouri State University during his time with Mercy and earned a master’s in healthcare administration. While at Mercy, Rob was recognized with the Young Physician of the Year award in his third year with the health system. He also held numerous leadership positions with Mercy, including medical director of patient safety and quality, section chair for general surgery, vice-president of surgery, chief physician officer, and president of the Mercy Springfield clinic.

You can connect with Rob Cavagnol in the following ways:
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/robertcavagnol
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RCavagnol
Medium: https://medium.com/@drcavagnol
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robert.cavagnolmdphysician



You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola
LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions
Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola
Twitter: @LauraSicola
Instagram: @drlaurasicola
Website: https://laurasicola.com
Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today



See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr. Robert Cavagnol, President of St. Luke's Clinic, shares insights on communication and leadership. He emphasizes the importance of listening and empathetic listening as key communication skills.
Dr. Cavagnol also discusses the use of the DISC profile for understanding communication styles and adapting to different individuals. He shares personal experiences of taking risks, making mistakes, and learning from them.
Additionally, he highlights the importance of advocating for others, especially in challenging situations.
Overall, Dr. Cavagnol's insights provide valuable lessons for effective communication and leadership.
In this episode you will learn:
<ul>
<li>Listening is a crucial communication skill, and empathetic listening is particularly important for leaders.</li>
<li>The DISC profile can help understand communication styles and adapt to different individuals.</li>
<li>Taking risks and making mistakes are part of leadership, and it's important to learn from them.</li>
<li>Advocating for others, especially in challenging situations, is an essential aspect of leadership.</li>
</ul>
About Rob:
Dr. Robert Cavagnol, MD, MHA, FACS, currently serves as the president of St. Luke’s Clinic, based in Boise, Idaho. Rob joined St. Luke’s in 2020, just as the COVID pandemic took off. He continues to practice clinically, participating in acute care surgery shifts in the Treasure Valley. He leads a clinic of 1600 providers as the accountable executive for the physician enterprise at St. Luke's, which is the largest health system and largest private employer in the state of Idaho.
Dr. Cavagnol received his bachelor’s degree in health sciences from Kalamazoo College and his medical degree from Wayne State University, School of Medicine. He completed his surgical training at the University of Cincinnati. Following his general surgery residency, Dr. Cavagnol spent three years on active duty with the U.S. Navy, stationed at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. During his naval career, Dr. Cavagnol deployed twice, first on the hospital ship USNS Comfort in support of humanitarian relief after hurricane Katrina, and then as a trauma surgeon to Fallujah, Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
After completing his commitment to our country, Dr. Cavagnol joined Mercy Health System in Springfield, Missouri, as a practicing general surgeon. He attended Missouri State University during his time with Mercy and earned a master’s in healthcare administration. While at Mercy, Rob was recognized with the Young Physician of the Year award in his third year with the health system. He also held numerous leadership positions with Mercy, including medical director of patient safety and quality, section chair for general surgery, vice-president of surgery, chief physician officer, and president of the Mercy Springfield clinic.
You can connect with Rob Cavagnol in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcavagnol">www.linkedin.com/in/robertcavagnol</a></li>
<li>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RCavagnol">https://twitter.com/RCavagnol</a></li>
<li>Medium: <a href="https://medium.com/@drcavagnol">https://medium.com/@drcavagnol</a></li>
<li>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/robert.cavagnolmdphysician">https://www.facebook.com/robert.cavagnolmdphysician</a></li>
</ul>
 
You can connect with Dr. Laura Sicola in the following ways:
<ul>
<li>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola</li>
<li>LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/laurasicola-inc</li>
<li>YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/VocalImpactProductions</li>
<li>Facebook: Dr. Laura Sicola</li>
<li>Twitter: @LauraSicola</li>
<li>Instagram: @drlaurasicola</li>
<li>Website: https://laurasicola.com</li>
<li>Laura’s Online Course: virtualinfluence.today</li>
</ul>
 
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Marcus Allen, CEO Big Brothers Big Sisters SE PA: Mentorship & Creating Opportunities

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