In this episode, Jen Garrett explores the concept of building and auditing your personal board of directors. She shares actionable strategies for assembling a powerful inner circle, explains the roles you need on your team, and challenges listeners to run a “power audit” to level up their professional and personal Growth.

Episode Highlights:

1. [2:27] Celebrating 400+ Episodes & the Power of Community
   Jen reflects on reaching over 400 episodes, the impact of the Move the Ball community, and the importance of listeners in the show’s journey.
2. [4:55] What is a Personal Board of Directors?
   Jen introduces the concept of a personal board of directors, explaining how intentional Relationships can accelerate your growth and success.
3. [8:25] The Seven Power Players You Need
   A breakdown of the seven essential roles for your personal board: mentor, sponsor, challenger, confidant, connector, accountability partner, and specialist.
4. [15:01] The Power Audit Challenge
   Jen issues an “Executive Edge” challenge to audit your inner circle, identify gaps, and take action to build a smarter, more strategic network.

RESOURCES:

• GRAB a Copy of Dominate the Gameon Amazon: https://amzn.to/43CzOD1
• GRAB your Move the Ball: Mastering Your Unique Value Proposition Digital Workbook: https://bit.ly/masteringyourUVP
• GRAB your Move the Ball: Mastering Strategic Networking Digital Workbook: https://bit.ly/masteringnetworking

ACCELERATE YOUR CAREER BY LISTENING TO THESE OTHER MTB PODCASTS:

• Mastering the Executive Edge Part 1: The Mindset Shift: https://bit.ly/3ZoXyI1
• Mastering the Executive Edge Part 2: The Behavior Shift: https://bit.ly/3HyDexS
• The Strategic Career Map Part 1: Laying the Foundation: https://bit.ly/4kAuPsj
• The Strategic Career Map Part 2: Execution and Elevation: https://bit.ly/3HxEKAf
• The Influence Factor Part 1: Becoming a Trusted Voice: https://bit.ly/451wIYl
• The Influence Factor Part 2: Activating Influence: https://bit.ly/4odgjsK
• The Visibility Equation Part 1: The Positioning Shift: https://bit.ly/4mWlsE8
• The Visibility Equation Part 2: The Proximity Playbook: https://bit.ly/3HEPa1l
• No Permission Needed: 10 Power Moves: https://bit.ly/4lH1a19

IT’S TIME TO SHOW UP WITH CONFIDENCE, MAKE AN IMPACT, AND MOVE THE BALL:

🔗 Sign Up for Jen’s The Executive Edge Newsletter on LinkedIn: https://www.thenextfirstdown.com

📖 Unlock Exclusive Career & Branding Resources with The Executive Edge Pro Playbook: http://www.executiveedgeplaybook.com

🔗 Learn more about Jen’s services and how she can help you move the ball: https://www.getinsidethehuddle.com

🔗 Connect with Jen on LinkedIn for exclusive content: https://www.linkedin.com/in/movetheball

📸 Follow the movement on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/movetheball/

🎧 Listen to a Sample of Dominate the Game Audiobook: https://bit.ly/playtodominate

If you’re ready to take your brand, career, or leadership to the next level, reach out to Jen at [email protected] to see how she can help you make it happen.

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Jen Garrett Branding Expert, Army Lawyer, and Podcast Host

Jennifer A. Garrett is an internationally recognized branding expert and creator of the Move the Ball movement who currently works with corporate executives and professional athletes (NFL, NBA, etc.) on creating powerful brands and using those brands to "move the ball" in business. Jen hosts the Move the Ball podcast, has seven college degrees, is an Army officer, is a mom of five, is a former Fortune 50 executive and is the author of the books: Move the Ball: How American Football Can Help You Achieve Your Life Goals and Dominate the Game: How Life Changes When You Show Up.

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