Many of the most skilled and capable professionals in the workforce today are military veterans — yet too many find themselves underemployed after transition. Not because they lack talent, but because there is a communication gap between how veterans describe their experience and how hiring managers interpret it.

In this powerful and practical conversation, Tricia Kim, Transition Assistance Program Manager at the United States Air Force Academy, and Kevin Preston, Retired U.S. Army Colonel and leader of Veterans Programs for one of the nation’s largest media companies, share how veterans can confidently translate their service and how employers can better understand and value veteran talent.

You’ll learn:

• Why underemployment occurs during the military-to-civilian transition

• How to translate military experience into business language for impact

• How leaders and hiring professionals can better evaluate veteran skill sets

• How to tell your story confidently — without underselling or overselling

For Veterans & Transitioning Service Members:

• Communicate your experience clearly and confidently

• Identify and highlight your most transferable accomplishments

• Position yourself for roles that align with your strengths and purpose

For Recruiters, Hiring Managers & HR Leaders:

• Recognize high-value leadership, adaptability, and resilience in veteran resumes

• Ask more effective interview questions

• Access an exceptional talent pool often overlooked

This episode is for anyone navigating military transition, talent acquisition, leadership development, or veteran hiring— and for every leader who believes in building strong teams through empathy, clarity, and understanding. _____________________ Links from this episode Executive Coaching Translating Your Military Skills To Civilian Workplace

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Are you struggling to talk about yourself without cringing?

In this episode of The Lida Citroën Podcast, Lida explores why self-promotion feels uncomfortable for so many professionals — and how to do it authentically.

Learn how to confidently communicate your value and build lasting influence through narrative, presence, and intentional visibility.

You’ll discover how to:

• Reframe self-promotion

• Share your story with clarity, purpose, and authenticity

• Build influence by aligning your message with your values

• Elevate your personal brand while empowering those around you

Packed with actionable strategies, this episode is a must-listen for executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders who want to lead with confidence, impact, and authenticity. ____________________ Links from this episode The New Rules of Influence

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In this episode, Lida Citroën and master storyteller Param Venkat dive even deeper into the art and strategy of business storytelling. Discover how to turn data and complex information into compelling stories that connect, inspire, and influence. From origin and failure stories to value and vulnerability storytelling, Lida and Param share actionable insights to help leaders communicate authentically and make their message memorable. Learn the science and structure behind effective storytelling, and how leaders can use it to earn trust and drive business results.

Whether you’re a CEO, entrepreneur, or impact-driven leader, this episode will show you how to lead conversations with stories that move people, not just inform them. ____________________ Links from the episode

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"Stories are the shortest distance between two people." In this episode of The Lida Citroën Podcast, storytelling expert Param Venkat joins me to deliver a masterclass in business storytelling: the practical, research-backed techniques leaders need to influence, inspire, and get results.

You’ll discover

• How to wrap data in a story, so facts persuade instead of repel.

• The three-part structure that makes a message land successfully.

• Cross-cultural and ethical guardrails for storytelling: audience analysis, and “story ethics.”

• And so much more.

Whether you’re an executive, founder, salesperson, or communicator, this episode will help you tell stories that stick, connect across cultures, and move people from logic to action. Tune in to learn how to make your message unforgettable.

🎧 Listen now to master business storytelling, influence with integrity, and tell stories that drive real outcomes.

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How do you know if people truly trust you?

Learn how to:

• Build credibility by aligning your values and actions

• Create psychological safety that empowers teams to speak up

• Repair trust when it’s broken with accountability and authentic action

• Inspire loyalty, collaboration, and long-term impact

Packed with real-world examples and practical strategies, this episode is a must-listen for executives, entrepreneurs, and leaders who want to strengthen trust, influence effectively, and lead with integrity. _________________ Links from episode LinkedIn Learning Courses ______________ Stay connected

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Agile leadership is no longer optional; it’s the key to thriving in today’s fast-changing world.

In this powerful conversation with my special guest, Whitney Hake, we pull back the curtain on how to master executive presence, leave a lasting positive impression in every interaction, and make the pivotal shift from doer to leader. From leasing iconic office towers across Denver to guiding a high-performing team through turbulent markets, Whitney reveals the proven strategies that keep her credible, composed, and influential, no matter the challenge.

You’ll hear how Whitney:

• Preps for high-stakes meetings so her contributions add real value.
• Uses current events and market data to contribute with confidence (even on “off" days).
• Blends empathy with credibility, the “funny dance” every modern leader must master.
• Leverages silence as a negotiation strategy to avoid overselling and strengthen her position.
• Builds a "glass-half-full" culture, models vulnerability, and develops future leaders.
• Continually levels up with mentors, sponsors, and executive coaching to expand her impact.

Listen now to discover how to elevate your executive presence, lead with impact, and influence every room you walk into. ____________________ Links from this episode The New Rules of Influence Keynote Speaker & Program Facilitator ____________________ Stay connected LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube