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Inside the Promotion Room

Courtney O'Connell
Leadership
Executive Presence
Human Resources
Promotions
Emotional Intelligence
Career Development
Richard Hinton
Promotion
Career Advancement
Corporate Career Advancement
Personal Values / Brand
Storytelling
Facebook
Medium
Organizational Culture
Career Growth
Intuition
Diversity and Inclusion
Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Perception and Personal Brand

Inside the Promotion Room is a career advancement and leadership podcast for corporate professionals who want to get ahead.

Because, there's a conversation happening right now in a room somewhere in your company about who's getting promoted next, and you're not in the room. Most people never are.

Inside the Promotion Room is the show that changes that.

Every week, host Courtney O'Connell (a forme... more

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What if the person making your work life miserable could actually become one of your biggest career advocates?

Navigating office politics, difficult coworkers, and unsupportive leaders is part of corporate life. But how you handle those relationship... more

Chris Lynch on corporate navigation, mentorship, and staying real

Courtney reconnects with Chris Lynch about his career in corporate America, from Bank of America to Sony, PayPal, and US Bank. The conversation centers on what really drives success b... more

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Why Your Best Work Is Keeping You Stuck and What To Do When You're At a Career PlateauCourtney O'Connell shares a solo episode on how high performers get stalled in corporate careers and what it actually takes to move into executive-level roles. She ... more

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What does executive presence actually mean and how do you navigate the corporate game without becoming someone you're not?

In this episode of Inside the Promotion Room, Courtney O’Connell sits down with former Chief People Officer and transformation... more

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Chris Lynch
Business banking market manager with experience at Bank of America, Sony, and PayPal
US Bank
Episode: Why Your Reputation Matters More Than Your Job Title with Chris Lynch
Shari Chernack
Executive leader with Deloitte and Dell, former Chief People Officer
Deloitte, Korn Ferry, Dell
Episode: What Executive Presence Really Means (and How to Play the Corporate Game) with Shari Chernack
Darrell Fincher-Crusan
Learning and leadership development executive; former head of HR in multiple industries
Former Bank of America leadership roles; fintech and biopharma leadership
Episode: What Gets You Promoted? Darrell Fincher-Crusan on the Truth About People-Pleasing and Career Pivots
Mandy Wong
Director at Canada Post, introverted leadership advocate
Canada Post
Episode: Mandy Wong on being coachable, self-mastery, and rising through corporate leadership
Ben Brooks
Guest on the show, seasoned professional who discusses networking and career advancement
Industry professional featured on the episode
Episode: Ben Brooks on getting hired, standing out, and taking the initiative to create the career you want
Michelle Martin
Director Fleet Maintenance (former) at a Fortune 5 environmental services company
Fortune 5 environmental services company
Episode: Michelle Martin on Self-Belief, Office Politics, and the Real Path to Promotion
Richard Hinton
HR leader with a focus on diversity and inclusion, leadership development, and organizational growth
Chalmette (construction company)
Episode: Richard A. Hinton on Career Growth, Intuition, and Leading With Authenticity
Lisa Williams
Executive leader with over 20 years at Deloitte
Deloitte
Episode: Personal Branding at Work: Control Perception & Build Authentic Leadership With Lisa Williams
Denise Moss
HR leader and advocate for career development
Episode: Grit, Influence, and Boundaries: How to Get Promoted Faster With Denise Moss

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Courtney O'Connell
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
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    Exactly what those of us in corporate need to know!

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Why Your Reputation Matters More Than Your Job Title with Chris Lynch
Q: What do you think people would be surprised to know about what you're actually talking about behind closed doors?
Lynch says talent conversations consider results, demeanor, approachability, and whether someone contributes to a collective. He recommends seeking coaching and advocates, learning from circumstances, and focusing on how work gets done rather than competing to be number one.
Why Your Reputation Matters More Than Your Job Title with Chris Lynch
Q: Tell us, where did you grow up and what did you want to be when you were a little boy?
Lynch grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina, and as a child imagined being a paramedic after watching Emergency. He later considered the priesthood and was influenced by people he knew who worked in business.
Career Advice from a CHRO: Kacy Wickenhauser on Resilience & Trust-Building
Q: What role does personal values play in your professional branding?
Values act as your North Star; they guide how you show up, what you will or won't do, and how you handle high-stress situations while maintaining authenticity.
Career Advice from a CHRO: Kacy Wickenhauser on Resilience & Trust-Building
Q: How do you cultivate executive presence across different company cultures?
Focus on reading the room, staying calm under pressure, and delivering a steady, confident presence that fits the company's values rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all persona.
Career Advice from a CHRO: Kacy Wickenhauser on Resilience & Trust-Building
Q: What does it mean to be 'auditioning for your promotion' every day at work?
It means your daily behaviors, decisions, and how you interact with others collectively signal whether you're ready for a higher-level role, even before any formal interview.

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What is Inside the Promotion Room about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show pulls back the curtain on how promotions and advancement actually unfold inside large organizations. Each episode features senior executives and HR leaders who share real-world pathways to leadership, including proactive networking, personal branding, strategic visibility, and managing blockers. Listeners get practical frameworks, concrete examples, and candid stories about what decision-makers look for, how to navigate office politics, and how to position themselves as the undeniable choice for the next opportunity. A standout throughline across episodes is the emphasis on authentic leadership, executive presence, and measurable impact over mere effort, making it a valuable resource for mid-to-senior professionals aiming to accel... more

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1. Chris Lynch
2. Shari Chernack
3. Darrell Fincher-Crusan
4. Mandy Wong
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6. Michelle Martin
7. Richard Hinton
8. Lisa Williams

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