Dina Denham Smith
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Executive Coach | Author | Keynote Speaker Contributor, @HarvardBiz, @Forbes, @FastCompany and @Newsweek Get my free Leadership Brand workbook: https://t.co/7hh6caaZE7
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Joined January 2020
Even capable leaders can unknowingly get in their own way. In her @HarvardBiz article, @MurielMWilkins explores what she calls “hidden blockers.” https://t.co/Ui3US9dWkO If you enjoy the article, check out her book. It's a winner. https://t.co/aqBIXLLALx
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Grateful to @FerraroRoberto for his illustration inspired by my @HarvardBiz article, "The Best Leaders Normalize Emotion at Work." Explore more of Roberto's insightful work and subscribe to his newsletter at https://t.co/ntK4VIEMGJ
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We’ve all heard it: “You need more presence.” But what does that really mean? If you’ve ever been told to “you need to develop more presence” (and left wondering what that means), my @HarvardBiz article will give you a clear roadmap. https://t.co/IsWFB17Cdd
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If you—or someone you know—is navigating a layoff, I hope my @FastCompany piece offers perspective, support, and some much-needed breathing room. https://t.co/y6ww7VwMci
#leadership #careertransition #layoffs #resilience #futureofwork
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Emotions are central to leadership. On the PeopleFirst Podcast with Morag Barrett, I shared why and how my book with @AliciaGrandey, Emotionally Charged, helps leaders understand the science behind them. https://t.co/QFtdJj850a
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11/11 has always been special—it’s my dad’s birthday, and I dedicated Emotionally Charged to him. 💙 So it is fitting that today the audiobook, coauthored with @AliciaGrandey & narrated by Tom Beyer, is out now! Available now: https://t.co/W3gHFzXUwI
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I grew up at an all-boys boarding school as a “faculty brat.” Later, as a consultant, I was often the only woman in the boardroom. But those spaces didn’t intimidate me—I’d been practicing for them my whole life. Don’t forget—you’re in that room for a reason. #leadership
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Excited to share that today’s @HarvardBiz's Management Tip of the Day comes from my latest article, How to Ask for Executive Support—Without Undermining Yourself! Read the full article here: https://t.co/6zMacqOqOe
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What an incredible few days at @thinkers50 in London! I'm so grateful to be surrounded by such thoughtful, generous, and brilliant minds — people shaping the future of leadership and organizational impact. @RonCarucci @RichardBistrong @dorieclark @AliciaGrandey @Dlancefield
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You did it. You’re a manager. So why do you feel uneasy instead of elated? Nearly 50% of newly promoted managers underperform for up to 18 months. In my @HarvardBiz article, I share 5 mistakes new managers make and what to do instead. https://t.co/xHJFpZsEpA
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“Good work speaks for itself,” the adage goes. And while it’s a comforting thought, it’s also wishful thinking. So, how do you promote yourself and your work without coming off as full of yourself? I share a few tactics via @FastCompany: https://t.co/ed9Eh55Ve2
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Your team doesn’t just need you today—they need you to last. In this new video for @HarvardBiz, I share why protecting your energy isn’t selfish—it’s strategic—and offer four proven ways to restore it. https://t.co/JKhQK6eMcE
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Often the difference between success and derailment isn’t talent or effort—it’s discernment and timing. In my latest for @HarvardBiz, I share how to recognize when backing from above is essential and how to lead effectively—even without it. https://t.co/Pse94rx4dm
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If your stress is either too low to care or too high to think clearly, you're outside your “sweet spot." Try tackling your most important work when your energy is highest, and use strategies like movement, reflection, or connection to reset when your stress starts to spike.
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We need everyday courage. Tanmay Vora’s graphic inspired by Alex Budak’s @HarvardBiz article captures 6 types of courage we can strengthen daily. A powerful reminder that courage isn’t a headline moment—it’s a habit. Find the article here: https://t.co/awnj1c50ag
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How do you protect your energy while still showing up for your team?
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Resentment is on the rise in the workplace, and it’s not just employees who are experiencing it—leaders are, too. In @HarvardBiz, I share 5 strategies to process resentment before it festers so you and your team to thrive. https://t.co/SnFOkYD8FN
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What happens when organizations don’t take kindness seriously? Nicki Macklin, Thomas H. Lee, and Amy Edmondson in @HarvardBiz show why kindness is not optional. It has to be built into systems, just like safety or performance. https://t.co/hBJlW2iv9W
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You disagree with your boss. Now what? Whatever the case, it's valid to worry about potential blowback if you address it. In this @FastCompany article, I share a few strategies to help you handle a disagreement with your boss: https://t.co/eEMKdDfkY0
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