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Hi there. It’s been a little quiet on my end lately, but for good reason! I’ve been working on something exciting: starting in 2025, I’m relaunching my newsletter with a fresh format designed to give you even more tools and insights you can use immediately with your teams. I can’t wait to share it with you, so stay tuned. In the meantime, I’ve got some updates I’d love to share with you: 1. My Latest Forbes Coaches Council ArticlesI’ve been diving deep into leadership and team dynamics over on Forbes, and here are two recent pieces I think you’ll find helpful:
2. Podcasts You’ll Want to Tune IntoI’ve been thrilled to share my insights on some excellent podcasts recently. Here’s where you can listen: Topics we covered: ➢ How to handle a “difficult” manager ➢ Why building trust with your boss is critical for career growth ➢ How to influence without being the loudest voice in the room Here, I discussed: → How leaders can broaden their perspectives to empower their teams → Fostering a true sense of purpose and belonging → How forward-thinking leadership and advanced AI tools are reshaping the future of teamwork Both conversations were a blast, and I hope you’ll check them out when you have a moment. 3. My New Productivity Tool: The 15/30 PlannerI’m so excited to share that my 15/30 Planner: Your Evergreen Weekly, Quarterly, and Yearly Reflection Journal is now available on Amazon! This planner is based on a system I’ve personally used for years to stay focused, prioritize what matters, and achieve my goals. It’s designed to help you:
If you’re ready to take control of your time and focus, you can order your copy here. And if you enjoy it, I’d be so grateful if you left a review – it would mean the world to me! As we wrap up this year and head into a fresh start, I’m looking forward to sharing tools, strategies, and frameworks that will help you build self-sufficient, high-performing teams. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth and transformation – together. Wishing you the happiest holiday season and a wonderful new year ahead! Take care, Daria PS – If you’re not already following me on LinkedIn, you can connect with me here for updates, articles, and tips. Let’s stay in touch! PPS – If you’d like a sneak peek at the new newsletter format and what’s coming in 2025, let me know. I’d love your feedback! |
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