Welcome back to another exciting episode of Style and Strategy! In today's session, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Kim Payne—keynote speaker, trainer, and empowerment coach. Kim is on a mission to empower ambitious professionals to show up, speak up, and step up so they can be seen, heard, and fully valued. Her journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship is inspiring, and her insights into personal brand and style are truly transformational.
Highlights from the Episode:
- Kim's Signature Style: The Hot Pink Suit
- Kim's go-to signature piece is her hot pink suit, representing her vibrant and empowering personal brand.
- This distinctive style has become synonymous with her brand, making her easily recognizable in the financial services space.
- Transformational Reads:
- Kim recommends three powerful books: "Brave" by Sheila V., "Believe Bigger" by Marshon, and "Believe It" by Jamie Kern Lima.
- These books share the journeys of women who transitioned from corporate careers to impactful and empowering endeavors.
- Mindset Ritual: The High Five Connection
- Inspired by Mel Robbins, Kim practices the High Five ritual in front of the mirror.
- Starting her day with self-affirmation—high-fiving herself and declaring, "You are beautiful, I love you, and you've got this."
- Leadership Journey: Embracing Authenticity
- Kim reflects on her corporate years and how conforming to a male-dominated environment impacted her leadership.
- The importance of embracing authenticity and being true to oneself, especially for women in male-dominated industries.
- Empowering Others Through Style: Kim's Impact
- Kim's empowering approach is not just about personal transformation but also inspires others to embrace their authentic selves.
- Her distinctive style has become a conversation starter, encouraging women to be bold in expressing their uniqueness.
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