Michele Siekerka, Esq.’s Post

Many high achievers are plagued with the habit of comparing themselves to their ideal selves, leading to constant negative thoughts, and rarely feeling like they're hitting their stride. Being negative is easy and the majority of us talk to ourselves in a negative tone and manner. We nitpick all of the things we shouldn't have done, should have done better and the way we talk to ourselves when we look in a mirror is even worse ,especially as we age all of these thoughts make you feel terrible. Today, I am honored to be a panelist for the CHPA 'Confidence to be My Best Self' event along with six other talented and successful women. As a panelist I hope to share the positive impact of frequent reflection on my successes as a woman who worked in corporate America and as the founder of Checkable. After deep reflection and coaching I realized I was constantly feelinging like I wasn't living up to the woman I wanted to be in my mind, I was comparing myself to who I wanted to be and it was dragging me down. 9 months after starting Checkable I wrote down everything I had accomplished personally and professionally, I started to remember new accomplishments as the days passed since doing the exercise, I would smile and feel proud of the woman who went for it. This is how we should feel about ourselves and our bodies, this shifts your mindset and puts in you a state of positivity and confidence. Growing and getting confidence back starts with this exercise and continues with daily relection on wins and appreciation/recognition for the losses and what they taught you for your future self.

🎉 🎉 🎉 🎉 Congratulations to our Founder/CEO, Patty Post, who had the opportunity to be a panelist for the CHPA 'Confidence to be My Best Self' yesterday. Cheers to a great start to 2024! #startup #startuplife #ceoleadership #founders #foundersjourney #health #healthcare #diagnostics #diagnostictesting

Is female representation increasing in organisations' executive committee (ExCo) succession plans? To discuss this, BIE’s Amelia Black and Eoin Canty hosted an event where they were joined by Chair, NED and Co-Founder of The Pipeline, Lorna Fitzsimons, and experienced CFOs and CPOs. We have created a write up of the event which explores the key themes that were discussed, including: 💡       Understanding the representation gap 💡       How succession plans can be improved 💡       The importance of the CEO 💡       The power of executive sponsorship To read the full write-up, click the link here - https://bit.ly/3zy9z3D #leadership #equalitydiversityandinclusion #genderequality

I consider it a great privilege to work closely with Steve Helmbrecht here at Treasury4. He is one of the most thoughtful and capable individuals I know. Thanks to the Journal of Business for recognizing his lengthy and positive impact on our community. #spokane #innovation #cfo #treasury #cashmanagement #treasurymanagement #entitymanagement

Will you be at FORTUNE Impact Initiative 2024 in Atlanta? Join Ellen Weinreb on October 8th where she will speak during a member-led roundtable on "The Future Of Corporate Impact Roles." Impact leadership positions have seen many shifts throughout the last few decades. What was once primarily focused on compliance and charity has now evolved to emphasize sustainability, diversity, and inclusion, taking on a more central role within organizations. This session will explore how impact leadership roles have evolved — and what the future holds. If you're a corporate impact leader, join Ellen at #FortuneImpact. #ImpactLeadership #Sustainability #CorporateImpact #FutureOfWork

🌍 Strengthening Leadership Through Diversity 🌍 Associations Now makes a compelling case for board diversity, highlighting its significance in today's organizational landscape. Diverse boards bring varied perspectives, richer decision-making, and a closer connection to the communities they serve. This article is a must-read for any organization striving for excellence through inclusivity. Credit to Associations Now for shedding light on this critical issue. Explore the benefits of board diversity: https://ow.ly/aMoN50QIQwv #BoardDiversity #StrategicLeadership #AssociationsNow

IWFM is delighted to share our 2023 leadership and governance survey findings, outlining the state of #equity, #diversity and #inclusion (#EDI) in the leadership tier of our organisation. #Embraceequity Discover more > https://ow.ly/5xr450QtZI2

Centred around inclusive leadership, the International Women’s Day topic this year is “inspire inclusion”. Our core belief is that a workplace thrives when everyone is respected and included — a place where every voice is heard and valued. We asked some of our people and leaders to share their personal examples and insights on what Deloitte Switzerland is doing to champion inclusion. Watch 👀 the video and hear their stories. 👇 #ChooseYourImpact #IWD2024 #InclusiveLeadership #InspireInclusion

Discover our recent 2023 leadership and governance survey findings, outlining the state of #equity, #diversity and #inclusion (#EDI) in the leadership tier of our organisation. #Embraceequity Find out more > https://ow.ly/5xr450QtZI2

🌟 **Breaking Barriers and Leading with Purpose** 🌟 Last week I spoke at the WA Women in Leadership Summit - a great opportunity to connect with leaders from a range sectors across WA. I reflected on the challenges and progress in my own career. My messages: 1. Resilience: difficult things, and the stress that follows, enable growth and insight into yourself and the experience of others. This is essential for developing as a leader with purpose. Channel your adversity into advocacy. 2. Change Making: As a senior woman in the industry, I’m committed to championing diversity, flexible work, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. 3. Measures of Success: Raising three children while leading large teams has required adaptability and support, but it’s possible to succeed in both. When you lead in complex environments and also have a complicated life, measuring success is about recognising progress rather than ticking off a bunch of goals. 4. Leadership: True leadership is about creating space for others to thrive.