The Ascend Method: Gala Jackson Dobbins' Vision for Women's Success

Winning Season

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Jacqueline Twillie interviews Gala Jackson Dobbins, an executive and leadership coach, in this episode. They discuss Gala's background and what inspired her to write the book Courage, Clarity, and Confidence. The conversation centers on the significance of authenticity, confidence, and curiosity in leadership. Gala shares her values, approach to leadership, and vision for a gender-equal world. They delve into the Ascend method outlined in the book, which empowers women to redefine success and navigate their professional and personal journeys. The discussion concludes with a conversation on recognizing a winning season and ways to connect with the Gala.

Takeaways
Authenticity, confidence, and curiosity are crucial qualities for effective leadership. Building relationships and valuing oneself is important for advancing in one's career. Breaking away from traditional job search methods is essential, as they often lead to pitfalls. Winning seasons can be recognized and embraced through personal experiences and milestones. Connecting with others and sharing accomplishments is not boastful but a way to add value and contribute to organizations.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:05 What Makes Gala Gala
03:45 The Inspiration for the Book
07:24 Contributing to a Gender-Equal World
08:47 Inspirations for Leadership Style
09:14 Values in Leadership Approach
11:02 Spotlighting Women and International Women's Day
17:12 Pivotal Moment in Career and Life
19:37 The Permission Slip Exercise
22:21 Authentic Alignment and Success
24:49 Cultural Expectations and Success
25:48 Breaking Away from Traditional Methods
28:09 Common Pitfalls in Traditional Methods
31:29 Realizing a Winning Season
33:21 Connecting with Gala
34:22 Closing Remarks

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