We were lucky to catch up with Simone Sloan recently and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Simone, thanks for joining us today. Before we get into specifics, let’s talk about success more generally. What do you think it takes to be successful?
There are so many definitions of success and the word can hold a different meaning to people. For me, I believe success comes from a combination of self-awareness, consistency, resilience, and meaningful relationships. It is about knowing who you are, what you stand for, and staying committed to your values. One moment that shaped my view was when I transitioned from a corporate job to becoming an entrepreneur. It was a bold move, full of unknowns, but I stayed grounded in my passion and focused on my greater why. That experience taught me that taking risks, showing up authentically, and staying aligned with your “why” often open doors you did not even know existed. Success, to me, is living in alignment with your values while making a positive difference in the lives of others.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I am an executive strategist and facilitator who collaborates with people managers to enhance team dynamics through a focus on emotional intelligence. I specialize in identifying and eliminating toxicity within teams to foster healthier, more productive environments.
I partner with leaders to strengthen their executive presence, presentation abilities, personal brand, communication skills, and overall confidence in their leadership. The journey begins by uncovering key pain points, clarifying objectives, and defining what success looks like. We often incorporate self-assessments or 360° feedback to surface behaviours that may be limiting their effectiveness.
I bring corporate experience both in the U.S. and internationally, working with professionals across diverse industries including pharmaceutical, financial services, real estate, media, healthcare, nonprofit, and retail.
Books I enjoy reading include Dare to Lead by Brene Brown, Leaders Eat Last by Simon Sinek, and The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz.
Any stories or insights that might help us understand how you’ve built such a strong reputation?
What helped me build my reputation within my market is showing up consistently with authenticity, integrity, and a genuine desire to help others. I am in the business of relationships and take an approach to find mutually satisfying relationships. People remember how you make them feel, so creating meaningful, value-driven experiences is important to me. Staying committed to personal growth, education, and surrounding myself with other driven, heart-centered professionals is key. By being intentional with how I show up, staying aligned with my values, and earning and developing trust with others. These things have helped build a strong, respected presence in my space.
How do you keep your team’s morale high?
Managing a team and maintaining high morale starts with leading with empathy and clear communication. People thrive when they feel seen, heard, valued, and respected. People are dynamic and have a need to be seen not just for what they do, but for who they are. Setting clear expectations, while also creating space for feedback, creativity, and personal growth are all important.
Other aspects to cultivating trust and safety include celebrating wins, both big and small. Acknowledging and recognizing individual’s contributions. Show that you care by making time for connection beyond the day-to-day tasks.
A connected, empowered team creates results that go far beyond productivity, they create lasting impact. People managers should model the culture they want for the team. Show up with positivity, stay solution-oriented, and be open to learning alongside your team. When people feel supported and aligned with a shared vision, they are naturally more motivated and invested.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.yourchoicecoach.com
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonesloan/
