Forbes named today’s guest the premier expert on standing up for yourself at work.

She trains some of the brightest minds on leadership development at places like The World Bank, Microsoft, Under Armour, Pfizer, and Nestlé – helping emerging leaders enhance their presence and self-confidence. She is an internationally known leadership speaker and 3X author, TEDx speaker, and an award-winning journalist. 

Her advice has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Oprah.com, Today, The LA Times, and ABC and NBC television. She has been featured in Harvard Business Review, Inc., The Today Show, and NPR. Today she’s a columnist for NBC News Know Your Value.

She is the author of the brand new career guidebook “Quick Confidence” and also wrote the bestseller “Pushback” and “The Next Generation of Women Leaders.” 

Please join me in welcoming Selena Rezvani. 

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In this engaging podcast episode, Selena Rezvani, a renowned leadership expert and author, unveils her unique journey and insights into leadership, empowerment, and the transformative power of authenticity.

In this episode, we discuss:

► Leadership as Curiosity and Experimentation: Selena defines leadership as having a curious mindset and being open to experimentation, especially when conventional approaches aren’t practical.

► From Craigslist to Dream Job: She discovered her dream job through an unexpected source, Craigslist. This highlights the importance of keeping an open mind and exploring various avenues.

► Empowering Women and Girls: Selena’s interactions with influential figures, including Rosemary Price of UPS, inspired her to empower women and girls. She recognizes the significance of sharing experiences and insights to uplift others.

► Turning Personal Challenges into Strengths: Her background as the youngest of four siblings and her multicultural heritage influenced her resilience and desire for belonging. Her experiences of loss, advocating for herself, and pursuing education have shaped her journey and perspectives on leadership.

🎙️ Tune into this episode and discover how Selena Rezvani spills the “confidence beans” on mastering leadership with a splash of curiosity, a dash of experimentation, and a whole lot of self-belief. Don’t miss out on unleashing your inner leader with Selena’s expert insights! 🌟

Links

• Selena Rezvani on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Twitter.
• www.selenarezvani.com 

Books mentioned in this episode:

• “Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself” by Selena Rezvani 
• “Pushback: How Smart Women Ask–and Stand Up–for What They Want” by Selena Rezvani 
• “Next Generation of Women Leaders, The: What You Need to Lead but Won’t Learn in Business School” by Selena Rezvani 
• “Everything is Figureoutable” by Marie Forleo 

Other Resources

• Listen to my episode with Dorie Clark.



On the Schmooze is a podcast that features interviews with talented professionals who have overcome challenges to achieve success. I ask probing questions, and guests share untold stories about their leadership journey and how they built and sustained their professional network.

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