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552. Diane Flynn, Coaching a Growth Mindset

Unleashed - How to Thrive as an Independent Professional

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2024 37:23

Diane Flynn, a multi-talented professional and author of two books and two popular courses on Udemy, Growth Mindset and Communicating with Confidence, has been working with her company, Reboot Excel, for the last decade. The company aims to help women feel current with technology, connected with a professional network, and confident in their return to work. She has had thousands of people go through their programs and continues to offer resources on their website and coaching workshops. Diane talks about her experience of returning to the workplace after taking a long hiatus, and how she became aware that many women wanted to return to careers but found it difficult to do so for a variety of reasons. She observed that many women returning to work are immensely talented and capable, but they often face a confidence crisis when trying to get back into the workplace. Consequently, she was inspired to start Reboot Excel with four friends. The company was successful, and through her work, she found that many people in the workplace also needed the same leadership skills. She launched her own company and started working in the B2B space. Today, she coaches executives to build more inclusive workplaces and empower people to do their best work. Helping Women Return to the Workplace As a stay-at-home mom, Diane met many intelligent, skilled, and immensely talented women who had been successful in their prior careers but had lost confidence. To help women regain confidence, she encourages them to reframe their achievements and skill sets based on what they have done, whether they received a paycheck or not. Many of these women have since landed amazing careers, and some have even held significant roles at Stanford University. Diane also worked closely with Carol Cohen, founder of I Relaunch, who works with companies like McKinsey, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and Goldman Sachs. They offer a return-ship program, similar to an internship for someone returning to their career, which is usually three months long and provides extra mentorship. Diane uses this program daily to help women navigate the latest workplace technologies and navigate the culture they'll be working in. Typically, 80% or higher of the women who go through these returnships are hired into full-time roles. Diane recommends checking out I Relaunched.com for more information on their work in this area. Working As an Instructor at Modern Elder Academy She mentions that Chip Conley, an instructor at Modern Elder Academy, founded the program to help people stay relevant, purposeful, motivated, and energized in midlife. She shares what motivated Chip to start the program or, as it is also known, the first modern wisdom school. The course is designed for women aged 45 to 70, but can accommodate older and younger individuals. The focus is on helping participants identify their strengths, sparks of joy, drains, impact they want to have, and who they want to work with. The most important aspect of the program is focusing on core non-negotiable values, as they are crucial for finding fulfillment in one's job. The program includes various exercises, one-on-one coaching, and meals together. The alumni program has thousands of people who come back for reunions and support each other. Chip is also launching his newest book, Learning to Love Midlife, which shares his story. Women Helped by the Program Diane talks about some participants who have found their purpose and passion and decided to pursue new career paths, such as a corporate executive who wants to become a coach. Another participant, a young woman in her mid-30s, decided to start a new type of university and seek funding and advisors. This is an exciting example of how people can take time to reflect on their goals and motivations and explore opportunities outside their current career. Many people are going through transitions, such as divorce, widowhood, or moving geographically, and it is essential for them to take time to reflect on what they can bring into the world and what impact they want to have. By taking time to reflect on their goals and motivations, companies can better serve their needs and create a more fulfilling and fulfilling life. How the Program Helps Women Diane discusses the exercises he uses to help people find their purpose and passion at home. She recommends that anyone interested should visit her website (see below) and where they can find two-pages of questions to take personal inventory and help them start the process. She talks about aspects of the inventory, including identifying what fills your tank, what drains you, your non-negotiable values, strengths, and many other areas for development. She encourages people to ask their friends what they think they do well and what they do not. This exercise helps them understand their strengths and weaknesses, which can help them develop their skills and pursue opportunities in their chosen fields. Diane also emphasizes the importance of getting feedback, as it is crucial for growth and development. The conversation revolves around personal inventory, reflection exercises, and the importance of having a north star and a mantra Diane shares her mantra, which is to engage in creative collaboration with people she respects to change lives and build community. She describes what's important to her and how she applies it to work. This is a creative process that she finds fulfilling and helps her say yes or no to opportunities. Diane suggests that after completing these inventories, individuals can gather insights and advice on how to find their purpose and passion. She suggests finding an accountability partner, hiring a coach, attending workshops, or using the Japanese concept of Ikigai to help move forward in the right direction. The Growth Mindset Course One of Diane's courses on Udemy, "Growth Mindset," focuses on the importance of changing one's mindset and getting out of their comfort zone. She describes a fixed mindset as defined by playing it safe, not taking risks, not asking for feedback, and worrying about failure and goes on to explain how this limits growth, on the other hand, a growth mindset is an uncomfortable space that requires stepping out of one's comfort zone to make great things happen. The course covers six key roadblocks that hold people back from having a growth mindset. These include fear, lack of confidence, fear of failure, fear of success, perfectionism, inertia, and not knowing what to do. By addressing these barriers, individuals can tap into their passions and find meaningful activities that bring them joy, after which, through the course they develop strategies to overcome these barriers. In conclusion, Diane's personal inventory exercise and Udemy course on growth mindset offer valuable insights for individuals and organizations seeking to improve their lives. By addressing the six roadblocks and tapping into the joy that comes from finding meaningful activities, individuals can find their passion and purpose in their lives. Timestamps: 04:13 Rebooting careers and hiring experienced professionals 08:42 Modern elder Academy and finding purpose and passion in midlife 13:54 Finding purpose and passion through self-reflection exercises 19:16 Self-awareness and personal growth 25:11 Self-reflection and career development 29:23 Growth mindset and overcoming obstacles to achieve success Links: Company website: https://www.rebootaccel.com/ Modern Elder Academy: https://www.meawisdom.com/ Udemy Profile: https://www.udemy.com/user/diane-flynn-2/ Books on Amazon Unleashed is produced by Umbrex, which has a mission of connecting independent management consultants with one another, creating opportunities for members to meet, build relationships, and share lessons learned. Learn more at www.umbrex.com.

Practical tips to become a more inclusive leader

Call In

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2023 29:13

The authors of “50 Questions Inclusive Leaders Ask,” Dr. Alexandria White and Diane Flynn, provide ways to stay current and foster meaningful dialogue in today's polarized environment.

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3. Designing work cultures that support and promote the “onlys and the lonelies.”

Let’s Talk About Skills, Baby

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 45:20

Retaining key talent mandates more support and encouragement for workers in the minority. So many of our current systems are set up to help men succeed. We must create similar systems for women and people of color so that they are supported in returning to, and remaining in the workforce. Diane Flynn; Co-Founder and CEO of Reboot Accel joins Kelly to discuss ways we can better nurture the skills of those who feel like the lonely or the only in the workplace. Diane believes; “ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) are a critical piece to creating more inclusive environments. "They are really sessions to embolden people, to give people a majority experience, many of whom never feel it throughout their day. They are the "onlys" or the "lonelies" in a lot of meetings, and all of a sudden, they can show up in a space that is safe, where they can express their full self.” Big Takeaways: Informal networks are just as important as formal networks when it comes to landing opportunities and new experiences. (15:00) Women and people of color are so often subject to a minority tax in the workplace. This isn't just a women's problem or people of color problem. It is all of our problems and we must all be part of the solution. (24:00) Every role today requires constant learning on the job. Lifelong learning is a skill everyone needs no matter how old they are. (35:00) Resources mentioned: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/diversity-and-inclusion/women-in-the-workplace (McKinsey Report: Women In the Workplace 2020) https://medium.com/@marenkate/ikigai-and-the-four-ps-how-to-get-paid-enjoy-your-work-solve-problems-and-find-purpose-8c9dc615648f (Ikigai and The Four P's) Follow Diane on LinkedIn: @Diane Johnson Flynn Email Diane: diane.flynn@rebootaccel.com Follow https://www.linkedin.com/company/reboot-accel-inc./ (Reboot Accel) on LinkedIn @Reboot Accel

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Becoming a Sage: Diane Flynn

Jann E. Freed, PhD

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020

Welcome to the Becoming a Sage podcast, hosted by Dr. Jann. This week’s episode features Dr. Jann’s conversation with Diane Flynn. Diane Flynn is Cofounder and CEO of ReBoot Accel, designing work cultures that support and advance women. ReBoot Accel has assisted over 2500 women interested in resuming careers after time out of the workforce. Diane also consults with Fortune ... Read More

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Diane Flynn: How Companies Should Respond to Changing Workplace Demographics

Working Capital Conversations

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 35:42

From gender-based pay gaps to leadership roles, advancement opportunity to corporate culture, the treatment of women in the workplace – and how to enhance growth opportunities for women executives – is and has been under continual focus.But now this focus is frequently combined with a new, and growing trend: The aging and multigenerational workforce. The numbers may surprise you: The number one growing demographic in today’s workplace is women over 55. In fact, the number of people over 55 is going to be 25% of our workforce in five years.The statistics come from Diane Flynn, Co-Founder and CEO of ReBoot Accel, accelerating the careers of women in the workplace and consulting with high-growth and Fortune 500 companies, as she puts it, “interested in creating workplaces where women thrive.”It’s also why – with companies like Airbnb, Udemy, Visa and Gap, Flynn has launched The Silicon Valley Longevity Project, which seeks to bring together companies recognizing that “How companies prepare for and respond to changing workplace demographics will have a profound influence on their ability to compete in the global marketplace and will affect the communities in which they operate.”More background: Flynn previously served as Chief Marketing Officer of GSVlabs, a marketing executive at Electronic Arts, and an associate consultant at The Boston Consulting Group. Like many professional women, she also left the workforce for a period to raise her family.So what can and should companies do? And what lessons can be learned from executives and firms who have succeeded – and from those who have failed?

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MEA Workshop with Diane Flynn

Next For Me - Rewriting +50 Life

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2019 6:27

If you’re looking for inspiration or transformation Diane Flynn of Reboot Accel is overseeing a Special Women’s Week, January 5 – 12, 2020 at The Modern Elder Academy in Baja, Mexico. The Academy is the world’s first midlife wisdom school, designed and dedicated solely for navigating this time of life. Through an engaging curriculum and […] The post MEA Workshop with Diane Flynn appeared first on Next For Me.

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