The Upgraded Leader Podcast
The Upgraded Leader Podcast is for high-performing corporate women who are ready to get promoted - without burning themselves out to do it.
If working harder actually got you promoted… you’d already be there.
Hosted by executive coach and HR Director Nicole Case, this podcast breaks down what it really takes to move from high performer to Director, VP, and beyond.
Each episode gives you the strategy, mindset shifts, and real-world insight to:
- Get out of the weeds and be seen as a strategic leader
- Build a team that actually performs without you in the middle of everything
- Communicate with confidence up, down, and across your organization
- Position yourself as the obvious next choice for promotion
No fluff. No “just work harder” advice. No corporate clichés.
Just honest, actionable leadership guidance from someone who’s been in the room where promotions actually happen.
If you’re ready to stop being overlooked and start operating at the next level -this is your next move.
Subscribe today and for even more Upgraded Leader advice, a peek behind-the-scenes, and exclusive content, follow Nicole Case on LinkedIn or Instagram.
The Upgraded Leader Podcast
The Most Important Meeting On Your Calendar
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We are all under pressure to deliver more with less. At the same time, we are already overworked, overwhelmed, and exhausted.
And the last thing we need is another meeting on our calendar. But if done well, this meeting can actually replace other meetings or emails or Slack threads that are not as effective.
Plus, your can increase the engagement and productivity of your team.
In this episode, I share:
- What employees need from their leaders to be effective in their roles
- How regular 1:1's with your employees increase engagement and productivity
- Mistakes leaders and employees make with 1:1s and why most of them suck
- Tips to make 1:1's valuable for everyone including with your own boss
Want more info on this! I made you a template on how to structure your 1x1's with your employees or your own boss and helpful questions to cover to make these meetings valuable.
Download the 1:1 Meeting Template here.
Full episode show notes and transcript here.
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