L. Michelle Smith

When business dinners are really friendship dinners that are really business dinners that are mostly friendship dinners…

Some people hang on for all the wrong reasons—to consume, to take, to watch your every move and try to be you. Others connect and stay connected for all the right ones: to contribute, learn, support and be supported and become even more authentically themselves. This is a LinkedIn follower who traveled from Dallas all the way to Detroit in 2018 to hear me speak at a conference,…

“Read the room,” you’re told, but what if your read isn’t grounded in reality?

How can you be sure? Regular 360 assessments can be one dimensional, but what if you were able to apply the DISC styles and approach to a 360 model. We’ve done that. You’ll receive great depth on your behavioral, work and communications style and how it is actually translating to others–if at all. Introducing, our SOAR DISCernIQ™ 360 Assessment, Consult & Coaching Session. Find out how powerful knowing…

So this is me struggling a bit to capture some content

From a virtual speaking engagement for a global organization last night from my office/studio. I accidentally hit record and giffed myself. 🤣 Guess what? I quit trying. 😂 I thought of a statement that I’ve been sharing with clients this past month: “Know what is worth your energy.” It occurred to me that five years into my coaching practice and eight years into speaking nonstop for all sorts…

Navigating Phone Conversations with S Style – Steadiness 🌿

Welcome to the third installment of our four-day series on DISC Styles Phone Communication. Today, let’s explore the serene world of Steadiness personalities and how to foster meaningful connections over the phone. 🗣️ What is important to the Steadiness Style on the Phone? – Neutral, Personal Greetings: Start with a warm, personal touch. – Pace: Slower, relaxed, and easy-going conversations. – Tone: Sincere, respectful, and patient, emphasizing listening…

I had conversations about stagecraft back during lockdown with clients often.

But now that more people are hybrid or back in the office I’ve noticed slippage. I’m here to remind you that how you show up on camera matters. I understand I have full on studio equipment and broadcast quality streaming that I use for online, virtual speaking engagements and remote TV appearances. You say, “but I’m an executive!“ Let me tell you: how you stage your shot on…

Elevate Your Phone Connections with I Style – Influence 🎉

Continuing our four-day series on DISC Styles Phone Communication, today, let’s unravel the vibrant world of Influence personalities. When communicating with the I Style over the phone, it’s all about upbeat and engaging conversations! 🎙️ What is important to the Influence Style on the Phone? – Upbeat, Engaging Conversations: Infuse energy into your talks. – Conversation: Starts with a lively, informal greeting. Loves to connect immediately through personal…

How to communicate with D Style on the phone – Dominance ☎️

Over the next four days, we’ll unravel the secrets of connecting with Dominance, Influence, Steadiness, and Conscientiousness behavioral styles over the phone. Whether you’re aware of your DISC Style or not, these insights will elevate your conversations. If you spot yourself or someone you know in these descriptions, let me know. In the fast-paced world of business, mastering communication with D Style personalities is key. So we’ve decoded…

Is there anything good about negative emotion?  🤔

I get asked about negative emotions often. At one of my book signings in DC, a leader told me that he was driven by the anger that resulted from his boss undermining him at work. I asked him if that was sustainable? What could be the cost? Another community member here on IG said that his anxiety had been driving him more than any positive emotion could. Well……

Book a History & Future Maker for your Women’s History Month Event  📆

As we approach Women’s History Month in March, I invite you to consider booking me as a speaker for your conferences and meetings. I am a history and future maker who will engage your leaders, inspire action, and provide evidence-based insights through compelling storytelling. While my schedule is filling up quickly with several events, I still have a few slots available for engagements. I specialize in working with…

Coach L talks about the power of connection with Vanessa J. Simmons of U4RIA

  The villain in the book is isolation, not only in my book, Yes Please! 7 Ways to Say I’m Entitled to the C-Suite, but in your narrative and mine too. It not only keeps us in fear, but it slows us down. Recently, I joined actress and founder Vanessa J. Simmons for a conversation about how to grab on to happiness so that we can live fuller…

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