Your Power To Influence

Do you remember the last time you tried to influence someone in their decision?

In my last podcast episode (Permission to Chill: Vacation Inner Critic Edition ) I was trying to convince my listeners that it’s OKAY and even necessary to take vacation. We all have an innate ability to make our case, just look at your own life examples.??

When you are in roles of great responsibility and power, the stakes are a bit higher when trying to influence change and new decisions. I was reminded of that with a recent opportunity that came about. A young woman in HR believed that their workforce would benefit from learning how our inner critics can hold us back from personal and professional growth.

Bringing in a speaker to talk about our inner critics - which basically is about how we deal with our FEELINGS - was met with resistance on many fronts.??But this BRAVE and COURAGEOUS woman stood tall and navigated many obstacles. She was an advocate for her employees, for her own beliefs and for a better future. She also had another wing woman by her side?supporting ?her along the way. And guess what?? She got her initiative through, and I spoke at her event.

I share this story for a few reasons: The first is because I know that the reason it's possible for me to do the work I believe in is because there are advocates that believe in it as much as I do.?

Who is making it possible for you to do what you do?Have you thanked them lately??

The second reason I share is because influencing change is about playing the long game. I hope you are giving yourself the credit you deserve for the changes you are working on – be that in how you are parenting your kids, how you are choosing new ways to show up for yourself, challenging the status quo at work or driving social change.?If you are looking for permission to pause and celebrate, let this be your sign.

Summer can be a time for reflection, re-calibration and rest (aka?vacation ). I hope that in this mix, you are also taking time to celebrate the change you are igniting within yourself?and?the spaces you enter. The work is worth it, and you are appreciated – even if no one has told you lately. My friend had a line she used to use with her boyfriend, and I’ll use it here with you:

“I appreciate you, even when others don’t”. ;)

NEW SIGNATURE TALK & UPCOMING OPENING KEYNOTE

Speaking of influencing change, I could not be more thrilled to share that I’ll be providing the opening keynote in October at?The Maine Women’s Conference . The session title is “Unapologetic Advocacy for a New Tomorrow” – which just brings me so much joy because the core of my passion is about igniting, influencing and implementing change. Recent political happenings sure makes this feel especially relevant right now. If you want to inquire about bringing this to your team or organization, message or email me at [email protected]!

CULTURE IMPACT:?Audio Book Available Now!

Last June I was published in a book anthology;?Culture Impact: Strategies for World-changing Workplaces .

My chapter is titled:?Inner Critics: The Key to Unlocking Potential and Shifting Culture.

The audio book version is now available! The first five people that message me with the word AUDIO will?receive it for FREE on Audible.

Did you catch the latest episodes?

Episode. 26 - Speaking as a Service and Brand Building Tool

Building off of my series on personal branding, this episode spans not just the benefits of speaking engagements for building your brand, but I also share some of my recent journeys as a speaker. Whether you want to drive change, share your knowledge, or just get your voice heard, gain practical advice and inspiration for how to make a true splash.?

Listen on?APPLE ?or?SPOTIFY .?

Episode. 27 - Relationships That Work At Work?

In this episode, I reflect on my recent speaking engagement in California. I share this story to make a point on the importance and impact of nurturing connections that we value over time. This episode is all about remembering that the hardest things we do at work revolve around relationships.

Listen on?APPLE ?or?SPOTIFY .?

Episode. 28 - Permission to Chill – Vacation Inner Critic Edition

In my last episode until September, I talk about those nagging “vacation inner critic” voices that tell us we shouldn’t or can’t take a break. Hear tips on how to ignore those narratives and give yourself permission to chill.

Listen on?APPLE? or?SPOTIFY .?

I hope you're enjoying this summer season! I’m excited to say I am getting lots of beach time – and that feeds my soul. Be easy on yourself, and give yourself time to rest and recharge while we there is a collective mentality for refueling.

If your vibe is that you want to start working on your own personal growth so you can experience professional breakthroughs this fall, my door is always open - message me and I promise you won't get a bot response.

Stay Feisty and Fabulous,

Tosca DiMatteo