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Red Light, Green Light

Red Light, Green Light

Written by: Cindy Skalicky
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Hi everybody and welcome to Red Light Green Light, the podcast where we bring you incredible guests in science, technology and innovation to help you understand kind of what's under the hood, right? When we're thinking about red lights and green lights, we're thinking about how to get our audiences to action.© 2025 Cindy Skalicky Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
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  • S03E11 Mastering Executive Brevity for Effective Communication | Tim Dumas
    Jan 9 2026

    In this episode of Red Light, Green Light, host Cindy Skalicky speaks with Tim Dumas, an executive coach and football coach, about the art of storytelling, effective communication, and leadership. Tim shares his journey from aspiring football coach to executive coaching, emphasizing the importance of brevity in communication and the need for personal growth. They discuss overcoming fear, the significance of hiring the right people, and the necessity of confronting brutal facts in leadership. Tim introduces the concept of neutral thinking as a strategy for success and offers valuable advice for emerging leaders.

    Connect with Tim via https://www.linkedin.com/in/servusleadership/

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    Cindy


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    We explore business and leadership, helping you spot red light behaviors that create risk and doubt while embracing green light strategies that drive success. Learn about the power of silence in communication, storytelling for impactful presentations, and the importance of mentorship. Discover why your ability to learn is more important than what you know, how walking the circle in leadership builds trust, and why you are in charge of your calendar. Plus, we cover mindset shifts, navigating change, and podcast coaching for leaders to help you grow.

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    37 mins
  • S03E10 Overcoming Communication Barriers | Emily Lopez
    Jan 2 2026

    In this episode of Red Light, Green Light, host Cindy Skalicky engages with Emily Lopez, a leader in HR and change management. They discuss Emily's journey from education to HR, emphasizing the importance of authentic leadership and effective communication. The conversation explores the challenges leaders face in guiding others, the significance of understanding audience needs, and strategies for successful communication. Emily shares insights on red light moments in communication and highlights the importance of aligning expectations in meetings for productive dialogue. In this conversation, Cindy Skalicky and Emily Lopez discuss the significance of having clear objectives in meetings, the importance of clarity in communication, and the evolving landscape of learning and development in organizations. They explore the role of AI in the workplace, emphasizing that it should be viewed as a tool to enhance efficiency rather than a threat. The discussion also highlights the necessity of building authentic connections among team members and the importance of personal growth and engagement in professional settings.

    I hope you enjoy this episode!
    Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.

    Cindy


    #redlightgreenlight #onpoint #podcast #podcastshow #newepisode #foryou #foryoupage
    #business #advice #success #leadership #podcast #fyp #redlightgreenlightpodcast #businessleadership #storytelling #mentorship #effectivecommunication #mindsetshifts #navigatingchange #podcastforleaders
    We explore business and leadership, helping you spot red light behaviors that create risk and doubt while embracing green light strategies that drive success. Learn about the power of silence in communication, storytelling for impactful presentations, and the importance of mentorship. Discover why your ability to learn is more important than what you know, how walking the circle in leadership builds trust, and why you are in charge of your calendar. Plus, we cover mindset shifts, navigating change, and podcast coaching for leaders to help you grow.

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    45 mins
  • S03E09 Leading with Heart in Regulated Industries | Jessica Hilton
    Dec 19 2025

    In this episode of Red Light, Green Light, host Cindy Skalicky sits down with Jessica Hilton, a seasoned senior executive with over 30 years of leadership experience across highly regulated industries, including finance and pharma. Together, they explore the realities of modern leadership, the power of communication, and what it takes to lead with authenticity in complex, fast-evolving environments.

    Jessica shares her remarkable career journey from finance to the pharmaceutical industry, highlighting how continuous learning, adaptability, and curiosity fueled her success. The conversation dives deep into women in leadership, the challenges and opportunities female executives face, and the critical role of mentorship in personal and professional growth.

    This episode emphasizes the importance of compassionate leadership, strong team building, and the often-overlooked power of listening. Cindy and Jessica also discuss navigating technology and digital transformation, balancing data with the human element, and fostering trust within teams to drive sustainable results.

    Whether you’re an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this episode offers practical insights on leadership development, personal growth, and building meaningful relationships in today’s regulated and technology-driven workplace.

    I hope you enjoy this episode!
    Give it a like, share, and subscribe to not miss the content coming your way weekly.

    Cindy


    #redlightgreenlight #onpoint #podcast #podcastshow #newepisode #foryou #foryoupage
    #business #advice #success #leadership #podcast #fyp #redlightgreenlightpodcast #businessleadership #storytelling #mentorship #effectivecommunication #mindsetshifts #navigatingchange #podcastforleaders
    We explore business and leadership, helping you spot red light behaviors that create risk and doubt while embracing green light strategies that drive success. Learn about the power of silence in communication, storytelling for impactful presentations, and the importance of mentorship. Discover why your ability to learn is more important than what you know, how walking the circle in leadership builds trust, and why you are in charge of your calendar. Plus, we cover mindset shifts, navigating change, and podcast coaching for leaders to help you grow.

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    52 mins
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