178. Rethinking Professional Development with Gemma Toner
A chance invitation to present at a Women in Leadership Conference on the topic of “Career’ Pivots” led today’s guest to found a network dedicated to empowering tomorrow’s leaders to take control of their own professional growth and success. Gemma Toner, a media and telecommunications leader and the founder and CEO of Tone Network speaks to us on the topic of Rethinking Professional Development and how employees and employers can benefit from a focus on professional development. Guest’s Website: Tone Networks Guest Mentions: Daring Greatly - Brené Brown TALK BIG QUESTIONS Use these prompts to have the opposite of small talk in real life. Has your employer offered you professional development opportunities? Does the type of professional development described in this episode sound like something you would participate in? What are some specific skills you’d be interested in strengthening in your own professional development? Work with Danielle: If you are ready to start working with a life coach or just want to learn more about the impact that coaching can have in your life, visit Danielle's website at www.daniellemccombs.com and schedule a complimentary exploratory session. Work with Kristy: You can work with Kristy one-on-one or hire her to speak with your team to improve workplace communication. Visit Kristy’s website at www.kristyolinger.com and find her work journal at Work Journal — Kristy Olinger.