A Conversation With Monica Radulescu, Learning Consultant at TELUS
At Karrikins Group, we work alongside leaders to close the gap between great ideas and real results by combining business expertise with social science to help teams align on how to deliver together - driving better outcomes and stronger connections.
In this episode of the Failure Gap podcast, Julie Williamson, Ph.D. speaks with Monica Radulescu, a Learning Consultant at TELUS, about her journey to leadership, the importance of overcoming fears, particularly in public speaking, and the role of senior leadership support in organizational development. They discuss the significance of creating meaningful connections in the workplace and the need for simplification to foster alignment and collaboration. Monica shares her insights on navigating the space between agreement and alignment, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, playfulness, and psychological safety in fostering a thriving organizational culture.
Episode Takeaways
In this episode of the Failure Gap podcast, Julie Williamson, Ph.D. speaks with Monica Radulescu, a Learning Consultant at TELUS, about her journey to leadership, the importance of overcoming fears, particularly in public speaking, and the role of senior leadership support in organizational development. They discuss the significance of creating meaningful connections in the workplace and the need for simplification to foster alignment and collaboration. Monica shares her insights on navigating the space between agreement and alignment, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, playfulness, and psychological safety in fostering a thriving organizational culture.
Episode Takeaways
- Monica's journey to leadership began in kindergarten, inspired by her teacher.
- Overcoming public speaking fears is essential for personal and professional growth.
- Creating a culture of curiosity and playfulness encourages innovation.
- Leadership support is crucial for successful development programs.
- Building meaningful connections enhances collaboration and alignment.
- Removing barriers fosters psychological safety in the workplace.
- It's important to embrace failure as a learning opportunity.
- Asking questions can deepen relationships and understanding.
- Simplifying processes can create more space for important work.
- Continuous learning and taking small steps lead to significant progress.
If you would like to connect with Monica outside of this episode, connect with her on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rmonica/ or learn more about TELUS here: http://www.telus.com
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Creators and Guests
Host
Julie Williamson, PhD
Julie Williamson, PhD is the CEO and a Managing Partner at Karrikins Group, a Denver-based, global-serving business consultancy. Author, Keynote Speaker, and Host of The Failure Gap Podcast, Julie is a leading voice in how alignment can transform leaders and organizations.
Guest
Monica Radulescu
Monica supports one of TELUS' flagship Leadership Development programs, designed to accelerate the growth of high-potential emerging leaders. This immersive program builds essential leadership capabilities, focusing on self-leadership, innovation, strategic thinking, and emotional intelligence, while also providing career development and professional coaching to drive long-term success. With 18 years of experience in the organization, Monica has always been deeply committed to relationship-building, cultivating curiosity, and guiding others through change. Believing in the power of storytelling, resilience, and lifelong learning, she is passionate about empowering emerging leaders to reach their full potential and become impactful leaders.
