#19 | Your Reputation Walks Into Every Room Before You Do and the Leadership Move That Makes It Work for Your Promotion.

In this engaging conversation, Jon McLeod shares insights on reputation management, the importance of treating people well, and the nuances of building a strong personal and professional reputation. He discusses the challenges of navigating career paths, the impact of generational differences on work ethic, and the significance of learning from mistakes. The dialogue emphasises the value of self-awareness, effective communication, and the necessity of seeking feedback in both personal and professional contexts. Jon also provides practical advice for managing crises and the art of delivering sincere apologies, ultimately encouraging listeners to enjoy their work and maintain a positive outlook.KEY TAKEAWAYSTreat everyone well, not for transactional benefit.Reputation is contingent on actions aligning with words.You can't talk your way out of a bad reputation.Take care of your reputation like an organ of the body.Don't rush to action in a crisis; reflective pause is key.A well-handled failure can boost your credibility.80% of success is showing up; attend optional events.Seek feedback, even though it's difficult.Be honest about your mistakes and learn from them.Build your circle of support as you progress in your career.SOUND BITES"Be honest about your mistakes.""80% of success is showing up.""Have a good time all the time."RESOURCESYour Bold Moves briefThe Big Conversation Guide for teamsOur blog develops the ideas further hereConnect with Jon hereConnect with Caroline hereNew episodes are released every Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings.Stuck, simmering, or onto something juicy? I want to hear it. Drop me a line at [email protected] - I read them all.And here is the Spotify Playlist to accompany UnShakeable Her.Unshakeable Her is the podcast for women in leadership who are ready to build real influence, earn the promotion they deserve, and lead with confidence in systems that weren't built for them. Each episode tackles the challenges that shape leadership from the inside out, including imposter syndrome, resilience, credibility, boundaries, conflict, and feedback, while unpacking how pressure, workplace politics, strategic thinking, decision-making, and visibility affect the way ambitious women grow, lead, and get promoted without losing themselves in the process.