In my opinion, leadership is not about being particularly hard or particularly soft - but about leading authentically and putting people first. Regardless of whether we work in a traditional, very hierarchical environment or in a small, flexible start-up, in the end people come together everywhere who want to make a difference together. Leaders are NOT characterized by assertiveness, toughness and ambition. Your individual mix of strengths makes you a leader. This weeks blog focus on answering the question why it is worth knowing your strengths for your career.

Impostor syndrome is a phenomenon where individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a "fraud." While it is not a diagnostic term and can affect anyone regardless of gender, race, or background, research suggests that women, particularly women in male-dominated fields, may be more likely to experience impostor syndrome. There are some ways to handle impostor syndrome and increase your confidence at work from a female perspective.

Are you looking for valuable tips on how to strengthen your self-confidence and thereby gain self-confidence? Do you want to stand up for yourself more and be able to clearly express your opinion in business without thinking too much about whether it is the right thing to do? You want to be confident and self-assured with people who have a higher position in your job than you do, and you want to shine with your expertise without hiding it? Then check out my 7 tips here. You'll learn why good self-confidence is so important and what you can do to boost your self-confidence.
Remember: There is only one person that creates your career: YOU!

There are 4 phases when preparing your promotion.
Why do you want to be promoted?
Why should you be promoted?
How do you SHOW UP?
Go for it!
You can also apply these steps when preparing for your next salary round, your next performance interview, a job interview.
There is only one person that creates your career: YOU!

You want to make a career? To be successful, they also need to be visible. However, if you do a very good job, you will not automatically be seen. However, if you don't like talking in front of or with other people, this stands in your way. That is why I am giving you 5 tips today to make your first presentation in 2023 a success and SHOW UP! confidentially.

The Elevator Pitch uses the opportunity to make an inspiring statement, a short speech or presentation in around 60 seconds that arouses curiosity and stays in the memory. How does it work? Find out here: With proven tips and examples for the structure of an elevator pitch...
The blog looks at the Structure of the Elevator Pitch to answer the questions: How do you convince in just a few sentences? When is the elevator pitch used?
At the end you get 5 steps to structure an elevator pitch and a template to kick-start your next elevator pitch: Whether you need an elevator pitch template for a job interview or to introduce your business: This handy template is suitable for almost any scenario you will encounter during your professional life. Remember: You should tailor your elevator pitch template to suit you and your professional experience. If you want to develop your perfect elevator pitch, sign up for SHOW UP!

Many achievers cringe at the thought of talking about their successes. This reluctance can backfire quite badly. Performance is one thing. Talking about it and making it visible is the other, a form of promotion.
It is not enough to be diligent and deliver We are allowed to help bosses see our successes and achievements more quickly and not have to search for them in hidden messages and documentation.
Three strategies to position yourself without pretending:
Start your book of success, Communication is Key and Convince Yourself!
Impostor syndrome is a real thing. Confidence really is crucial and will help get you noticed. Understand your skills and what you bring to the table. While recognizing areas needing growth is essential, be sure not to underemphasize your current strengths. Work Smart

It is crucial to communicate your desire to your leadership team, know and recognize your worth, and work smart to get promoted at work.
I want to help you achieve that goal. If you want to develop your concrete plan, sign up for SHOW UP!

Ask yourself this question: Does your personal brand take you to the places you want to go in your career? How do people see you at work? Maybe you have a reputation as a problem solver, organizer or deal maker - but does it serve you well? One of the most important questions you can ask when building your personal brand and looking at what's next in your career, what do you want to be known for?

Networking is exciting once you get the why and the how. You never know who you’re going to meet, or how each person will become important in your life. Think of it as a treasure hunt of a net of opportunities. Remember to prepare and know what to say, practice your elevator pitch to introduce yourself. Your elevator pitch should answer the following questions: Who are you? What do you do? What do you want?

In her course SHOW UP! Katharina Engelhardt starts exactly with this topic.

This blog includes nine powerful tips and three actionable steps you can take right away.

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you are desperate to jump in and say your piece, but instead, you stew in silence? If you can relate to this, you might have trouble speaking up. This is a serious issue. If you aren't willing or able to speak up for yourself, rest assured that no one else will either. No concerns, issues, questions, or solutions you might have in your head will ever materialize if you can't speak up at the right time. If you'd like to be the type of person who speaks up when their best interests are at stake, please consider these nine tips.

Being an introvert doesn’t mean you won’t ever master networking. It means you might need to put a little more thought into what you’re doing than an extrovert does. It also means you’re going to have to pay closer attention to your energy levels as you network, and that you’ll need to be kind to yourself when you find your energy flagging.

It also means that you’ll more likely make deeper and longer-lasting connections than extroverts. That’s because introverts typically make for great listeners.

If you’re an introvert, take heart. You’re about to experience some of the best social interactions in your life. In my course SHOW UP! I give you the tips and tricks you need to have to build your network.

I've noticed 2 behaviors that get in the way of many talented women from landing a promotion:

Reluctance to talk about their accomplishments.

Expecting others to notice their contributions

you need to make sure that you're communicating your value and you're also communicating what your desires are, what your interests are. What are your plans for the next six months, the next year? Are you looking at other opportunities in the organization? Let them know what your plans are.

You are the pilot of your life and you are owning your career. At the end of the day, no one else is going to do it for you.

In her course SHOW UP! Katharina Engelhardt starts exactly with this topic.

The difference between show up and show off is what is happening in your mind. The main difference is how you and others perceive a message. We should not stop ourselves from showing up and feel good because we are afraid of the possibility of being judged. It is crucial for yourself to show up, be seen and receive feedback.

Showing up means you become visible. When you are not visible, you can not be seen. The positive effects of showing up outweigh the negative effects.

In her course SHOW UP! Katharina Engelhardt start exactly with this topic.

The elevator pitch is one tool to introduce yourself to someone in a compelling way to set up for a successful professional conversation. It makes introductions during networking and job search simple and effective. Your elevator pitch should answer the following questions: Who are you? What do you do? State what makes you different. What do you want? Include an attention-grabbing hook. Keep your pitch simple and tailored to the audience. It is recommended to invest time into your elevator speech and prepare it when you are not under pressure. During my course SHOW UP! you will work on your Elevator Pitch and get feedback in a safe environment. This course is a good forum to prepare and practice. We start mid-September after the summer break.