DiscoverHR Higher Version Podcast35: You Don’t Have to Fit the Mold to Lead Like an HR Executive
35: You Don’t Have to Fit the Mold to Lead Like an HR Executive

35: You Don’t Have to Fit the Mold to Lead Like an HR Executive

Update: 2025-07-15
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Today I want to talk to you about something that comes up more often than you’d expect - even among smart, capable HR professionals.

 

I was having a conversation the other day with a talented HR leader. She’s experienced, driven, and respected. But she said something that really stuck with me.

 

She asked:
 "Can I really be successful if I show up as me? Or do I have to fit into some executive mold that doesn’t quite feel like mine?"

 

Maybe you’ve asked yourself a version of that question too.
 👉 “Do I have to be louder?”
 👉 “More aggressive?”
 👉 “More ‘corporate’?”
 👉 “Less emotional?”
 👉 “More like… them?”

 

The short answer? No. 

 

You don’t have to become someone else to be successful.


 But - you do have to learn how to think like an executive.

 

That’s what today’s episode is all about.

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Kristen Wade helps HR professionals who want to reach the executive level,
to stop putting out fires and become more strategic with their time. For individual support, apply for Kristen's Signature Program here and she'll be in touch to invite you to a free discovery call.

Or if you're ready to ensure your unique values shine, grab a Personal Branding Strategy Session with Kristen here.

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35: You Don’t Have to Fit the Mold to Lead Like an HR Executive

35: You Don’t Have to Fit the Mold to Lead Like an HR Executive

Kristen Wade, Executive Coach and Mentor for HR Professionals