Why Being Real Gets You Heard - Leslie Mizerak

Brief summary of show:This episode features Leslie Mizerak. She is in Human Resources by trade but she's been in front of crowds of HR people to speak to declare that everyone in business today is in sales. She believes everyone has a responsibility to promote their organization and everyone is an ambassador for the business. Especially in Talent Acquisition.We had a great conversation to unpack her style of how she get's CEO's to listen to her in coaching and how she's influenced a movement with Disrupt HR Orlando. Her ability to listen, find commonality, and build community is why people are so drawn to Leslie.Key Takeaways by Time! (FFWD if you need, it's cool and busy humans do it)How Leslie approaches presenting new ideas to CEO's in her coaching practice. (7:03)Definition of a go-to person. What can you do to be seen as a go-to person within your workplace. (9:44)Her approach to active listening. What are some questions you can ask and a strategy to learn from (16:26)How one CEO transformed his relationships with his team by finding a commonality that was right under his nose (16:00)What can "non-sales" people practice to gain influence and what can trained sales people do to build stronger connections to people.Connect with Leslie!LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lesliemizerak/Connect with Us!LinkedIN: Website: