Feb 05 2025 34 mins
In this episode of Inspired Nonprofit Leadership, host Sarah Olivieri welcomes executive coach and leadership consultant Rachel Burr. With over 20 years of experience in leadership, coaching, and organizational development, Rachel shares invaluable insights into effective communication, the power of humor, and overcoming imposter syndrome. They discuss the importance of authenticity, practical tips for new leaders, and strategies to navigate the complexities of leadership. Rachel also emphasizes the significance of self-care for nonprofit leaders driven by purpose and mission.
Episode Highlights
The Importance of Communication in Leadership
Using Humor and Authenticity in Leadership
Challenges Leaders Face: Stepping into Broader Roles
Promoting the Right People into Leadership Positions
Bridging the Confidence Gap in Leadership
Meet the Guest
Rachel Burr is an executive coach, leadership consultant, and people expert. She understands how people "work" inside and out. Rachel specializes in coaching leaders who are-
· Advancing their leadership to a new level in the organization, managing increased levels of ambiguity, and navigating a larger, more complex people matrix.
· Experts in their field and have a keen mind for business, but who may need help with some of the “people” parts of leadership.
· Building and strengthening their people strategy. Rachel works with these leaders as a strategic thought partner, sounding board, and organization development consultant.
Rachel coaches individual leaders as well as their teams. Her coaching and consulting draw from decades of experience, skills, education, and passion:
· Over 20 years of corporate and consulting experience in leadership coaching, people development, learning, and organization development.
· Working with leaders and teams around the world to help them thrive in complex business environments.
· Master’s degrees in organization development and clinical psychology, with insights into individual behavior and group dynamics.
· Expertise in qualitative and quantitative data analysis to generate insights and recommend actions.
Rachel partners with leaders to mine the untapped potential in people. She helps them unleash the power within themselves and in their teams to achieve results, improve collaboration, and increase their influence up and across the organization.
Connect with Rachel:
Website: https://catamentum.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelmburr/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Catamantum
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catamentum/
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