In this episode of Life-Changing Challengers, host Brad Minus talks with Katherine Lazaruk, professional presence expert, executive coach, and author of Executive Being: Humanizing Business One Leader at a Time. Katherine shares her personal and professional journey, from growing up in a small Canadian town to her career in opera, teaching, and ultimately becoming a coach specializing in leadership and personal presence. Her mission is to help leaders embrace their authentic selves while transforming how they show up in their personal and professional lives.

Katherine delves into topics such as emotional intelligence, professional image, and creating alignment between internal values and external behaviors. With her innovative approach to leadership and personal development, she challenges traditional norms while providing practical guidance for leaders to become their best selves.

Episode Highlights:

• [1:00] – Katherine discusses her childhood in Prince George, Canada, and how her artistic upbringing shaped her early identity.
• [10:30] – Her transition from opera singer and music teacher to becoming a corporate trainer and coach.
• [18:45] – Overcoming a life-changing health diagnosis and the role of visualization and the mind-body connection in her healing journey.
• [27:50] – Katherine’s approach to professional presence, focusing on authenticity and alignment between internal values and external image.
• [35:00] – The importance of emotional intelligence and creating safe spaces in leadership for others to thrive.
• [45:20] – Insights from her book Executive Being, including the concept of the three C’s: character, congruence, and choice.

Key Takeaways:

• Authentic leadership begins with self-awareness and embracing your true values and strengths.
• Emotional intelligence is crucial for fostering trust and creating safe environments where teams can thrive.
• Professional presence is not about conforming to traditional standards but aligning your internal and external self to show up authentically.
• Life challenges, including health crises, can serve as catalysts for transformation and clarity.

Links & Resources:

• Katherine Lazaruk’s Website: LZRKConsulting.com – Learn more about her services and programs.
• Katherine’s Book: Executive Being: Humanizing Business One Leader at a Time – Available at Amazon.
• Follow Katherine on Social Media:
  • LinkedIn: @KatherineLazaruk
  • Instagram: @KatherineLazaruk

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