The Inner Shift: Advita Patel on Leading with True Confidence

Show notes

In this episode of the Aspire to Inspire Podcast, Brian Tomlinson is joined by Advita Patel, president of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations, founder of Comms Rebel, and cofounder of both A Leader Like Me and Asian Comms Network. Advita is a powerhouse in comms and an admired advocate for building confidence and inclusivity in the workplace.

With her unique blend of experience in DEI strategy, leadership coaching, and change communication, Avita brings a refreshing perspective on how leaders can cultivate a culture. She shares her journey from overcoming imposter syndrome to becoming a leading voice in communications. Then, Advita dives deep into what it takes to build a thriving, inclusive culture—including the importance of self-awareness in leadership. Plus, learn why confidence isn’t about being loud: it’s about quiet assurance and knowing your value.

This episode is filled with actionable strategies for leaders looking to elevate their teams, create psychological safety, and foster a workplace where everyone can thrive. Whether you're seeking to build confidence or transform your organizational culture, this conversation is packed with wisdom you won’t want to miss.

=========

Selected People, Places & Things Mentioned: Chartered Institute of Public Relations; Comms Rebel; A Leader Like Me; Asian Communications Network; Building a Culture of Inclusivity; Decoding Confidence: The Seven Habits of Confident Leaders; Charlotte Otter; We Need New Leaders; Charlotte Otter on the Aspire to Inspire Podcast; Psycho-Cybernetics; OpenAI; ChatGPT; Perplexity; Claude; Gamma; Presentation; The Year of Yes; Dare to Lead; Advita Patel On Instagram; Comms Rebel on TikTok

=========

Follow the host and guest: Advita Patel on LinkedIn, Brian Tomlinson on LinkedIn

=========

Join the You’ve Got Comms newsletter: https://insights.staffbase.com/join-the-comms-club

Follow Staffbase:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/staffbase/mycompany/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Staffbase

=========

About Staffbase:

Staffbase is the fastest-growing, most experienced employee communications platform provider for enterprise companies seeking to inspire diverse, disconnected, and distributed workforces. Staffbase is on a mission to empower communicators worldwide with a platform that helps companies connect with every employee through inspiring communication that drives collaboration and achieves business results.

Headquartered in Chemnitz, Germany, Staffbase has offices worldwide, including New York City, London, Berlin, Sydney, and Vancouver.

Learn more at staffbase.com.