Navigating the Top Series: Trailblazing Executive Leaders Share Their Journey with COO, Kelly Sia
10/13/23 • 45 min
From chemical engineer to COO, our remarkable guest for today, Kelly Tsea, shares her intriguing journey and lessons learned. What does it really take to transition from a technical role into leadership within a mission-driven company like Curriculum Associates? With her rich experiences spanning from the manufacturing plant floor to coaching a basketball team, Kelly brings unique insights and practical advice on building a strong, positive work culture.
Navigating the challenges of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kelly discusses the importance of trust and vulnerability in fostering deep relationships within a team. More than ever, understanding people on a deeper level has become a cornerstone in her leadership approach. She imparts how her mentorship at Proctor Gamble, along with her interest in elevating the customer experience, has shaped her into the leader she is today.
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential, and Kelly shares how she strategically sets boundaries to create harmony. From staying connected to your purpose to adopting service leadership during transitions, Kelly provides valuable insights and strategies. So join us in this episode as we explore the nuances of leadership, culture-building, and resilience in the professional world. A must-listen for those seeking to enhance their leadership skills and create a more impactful work culture.
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From chemical engineer to COO, our remarkable guest for today, Kelly Tsea, shares her intriguing journey and lessons learned. What does it really take to transition from a technical role into leadership within a mission-driven company like Curriculum Associates? With her rich experiences spanning from the manufacturing plant floor to coaching a basketball team, Kelly brings unique insights and practical advice on building a strong, positive work culture.
Navigating the challenges of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kelly discusses the importance of trust and vulnerability in fostering deep relationships within a team. More than ever, understanding people on a deeper level has become a cornerstone in her leadership approach. She imparts how her mentorship at Proctor Gamble, along with her interest in elevating the customer experience, has shaped her into the leader she is today.
Maintaining a healthy work-life balance is essential, and Kelly shares how she strategically sets boundaries to create harmony. From staying connected to your purpose to adopting service leadership during transitions, Kelly provides valuable insights and strategies. So join us in this episode as we explore the nuances of leadership, culture-building, and resilience in the professional world. A must-listen for those seeking to enhance their leadership skills and create a more impactful work culture.
Unfazed Under Fire Podcast - Host: David Craig Utts, Leadership Alchemist
Our podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music
To access additional platforms, follow this link:
https://www.unfazedunderfirepodcast.online
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Our podcast is also available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Amazon Music
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Unfazed Under Fire Podcast - Navigating the Top Series: Trailblazing Executive Leaders Share Their Journey with COO, Kelly Sia
Transcript
I want to welcome everybody back to Face Under Fire . I'm David Kreguts , the Resilient Leadership Guide , your host and moderator for this show . Now , this show aims to support executives to improve their leadership and impact and gain insights into how to be more resilient during these crazy and disruptive times . Today , I'm very excited to add anot
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