55 | Siddharth Sharma | Wisdom in Words: Emotional Intelligence for Authentic Leaders

Podcast • February 4, 2025

  1. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/elevate-your-career/id1716284614?i=1000688889620
  2. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WPALqnMvsSBP3wcd4M0CF?si=20e260e7eda34154

In today’s episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast, Nicole is joined by Siddharth Sharma, founder of Select Smart, a professional development and leadership coaching business.

During the conversation, Siddharth and Nicole explore the subtle dynamics that shape professional environments, particularly as they intersect with individual confidence and cultural norms. Through thought-provoking anecdotes and relatable scenarios, Siddharth illuminates how personal experiences and societal expectations can quietly influence behavior in the workplace.

You’ll discover key insights about the power of communication and emotional intelligence in building connections and fostering growth. Whether navigating difficult conversations or inspiring teams, the art of storytelling takes center stage as a transformative tool. Learn how sharing relatable narratives can resonate deeply, fostering trust and driving impactful change.

This episode is a reminder that professional success is deeply intertwined with self-reflection, intentionality, and the courage to embrace one’s strengths while challenging limiting beliefs.

Don’t miss another episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast. Leave a review and subscribe today!

What You Will Learn In This Show:

  • Siddharth’s early leadership experience at Bank of America and his natural talent for communication and empathy.
  • His shift in focus to human-centric leadership and the challenges faced by women and underrepresented groups in their careers.
  • Practical examples of how leaders can use psychological concepts like attachment styles to improve communication.
  • The importance of storytelling in leadership and how it can be used to drive emotions and influence decisions.
  • And so much more…
  1. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/elevate-your-career/id1716284614?i=1000688889620
  2. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WPALqnMvsSBP3wcd4M0CF?si=20e260e7eda34154

Resources:

Select Smart

  1. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/elevate-your-career/id1716284614?i=1000688889620
  2. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WPALqnMvsSBP3wcd4M0CF?si=20e260e7eda34154

In today’s episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast, Nicole is joined by Siddharth Sharma, founder of Select Smart, a professional development and leadership coaching business.

During the conversation, Siddharth and Nicole explore the subtle dynamics that shape professional environments, particularly as they intersect with individual confidence and cultural norms. Through thought-provoking anecdotes and relatable scenarios, Siddharth illuminates how personal experiences and societal expectations can quietly influence behavior in the workplace.

You’ll discover key insights about the power of communication and emotional intelligence in building connections and fostering growth. Whether navigating difficult conversations or inspiring teams, the art of storytelling takes center stage as a transformative tool. Learn how sharing relatable narratives can resonate deeply, fostering trust and driving impactful change.

This episode is a reminder that professional success is deeply intertwined with self-reflection, intentionality, and the courage to embrace one’s strengths while challenging limiting beliefs.

Don’t miss another episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast. Leave a review and subscribe today!

What You Will Learn In This Show:

  • Siddharth’s early leadership experience at Bank of America and his natural talent for communication and empathy.
  • His shift in focus to human-centric leadership and the challenges faced by women and underrepresented groups in their careers.
  • Practical examples of how leaders can use psychological concepts like attachment styles to improve communication.
  • The importance of storytelling in leadership and how it can be used to drive emotions and influence decisions.
  • And so much more…
  1. iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/elevate-your-career/id1716284614?i=1000688889620
  2. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5WPALqnMvsSBP3wcd4M0CF?si=20e260e7eda34154

Resources:

Select Smart

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