In this episode of L&D Leadership Edge, host Sheree Comninellis explores why your success in L&D leadership depends on how well you understand your internal stakeholders. From line managers and HR partners to executives and employees, each group has different priorities - and learning how to connect your work to what matters to them is what sets you apart as a true business partner.
Sheree Comninellis is an L&D Executive, strategist, and mentor with 18+ years of experience developing leaders and building capability across industries. She founded Lead with Sheree to help ambitious L&D professionals step into leadership.
What you'll learn in this episode:
01:25 Who your internal stakeholders are: Why they matter, What they care about & how you can partner with them
12:52 How understanding their priorities shapes your credibility
14:03 A practical move to start building stronger partnerships this week
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