Lissa Appiah

Certified Career Transition & Job Promotion Coach | Career & Leadership Development Workshop Facilitator | Speaker & Trainer | Canada's Top 100 Black Women to Watch of 2022

Are you an introverted leader or founder who is delivering results yet still not getting the recognition, opportunities, or visibility you deserve? You are not alone.

Research shows introverts with a bachelor’s degree earn $290K less over their careers than extroverted peers, and $760K less with advanced degrees. Workplaces often reward visibility over quiet impact.

It is no surprise that 65% of senior executives view introversion as a barrier to leadership, and only 6% believe introverts have the people skills to lead teams. Without an intentional personal brand, introverted leaders and founders are often overlooked.

I know this struggle firsthand. As an introvert, I once believed I had to act extroverted to succeed. Everything changed when I built a personal brand rooted in my strengths. I earned five promotions in under eight years, and later, as a founder, went from avoiding visibility to becoming a LinkedIn Top Voice with a profitable personal brand.

Now, I help introverted leaders and founders do the same through The Introvert Leadership Method and The Brand Visibility Accelerator. These proven systems help you be seen, attract opportunities, and earn more without acting out of character.

💡 With these systems, you will learn how to:
✔ Position your résumé, LinkedIn, and personal brand so your value is clear and compelling
✔ Build influence and visibility without draining your energy
✔ Communicate your strengths in interviews, negotiations, client conversations, and stakeholder meetings
✔ Attract opportunities and step into roles or business growth where your quiet expertise is recognized and rewarded

📈 Client Results:

“Shortly after working with Lissa, I received a job offer exactly aligned with the role I was seeking.” — Anna Savelyeva, Director of Programs

“Lissa’s program gave me the tools to land new roles, negotiate better salaries, and not sell myself short.” — Linda Adwoa Aidoo, Certified Finance Professional

“Her coaching gave me clarity, confidence, and opened doors to new opportunities I never thought possible.” — Grace Udodong, Founder, Oasis Youth Care

🏆 Featured in: The Globe and Mail • Fortune Magazine • LinkedIn News • CTV News

👉🏽 Ready to turn introversion into your advantage and claim the opportunities you deserve, in your career or your business?
📩 Message me here on LinkedIn or book a discovery call at weapply.ca

Founder, Career & Leadership Development Workshop Facilitator

We help organizations develop and retain talent through career and leadership development workshops or programs. As a Workshop Facilitator & Keynote Speaker, my signature presentations are: 

"Building with LinkedIn: Mastering LinkedIn for Career Success"
"Brand You: Unlocking the Power of Personal Branding to Stand Out in Your Career"

All our workshops and coaching programs are customized based on your organizational needs.

Too often, loud gets mistaken for leadership.
But real leadership isn’t about making the most noise.

Some of the most impactful leaders lead quietly.
They lead with calm, clarity, and presence.

They don’t dominate conversations.
They guide them.

They don’t seek the spotlight.
They create space for others to shine.

Leadership isn’t about being the loudest.
Leaders create space, guide conversations, and move with purpose.

And when quiet leaders rise, everyone around them does too.

Your quiet strength is a career asset.
Find out how to use it. Take the Introvert at Work Quiz >>> https://lnkd.in/e8TsqSz5

I help introverted leaders land $150K+ roles & founders attract their 1st client on LinkedIn | Bilingual (EN/FR) Executive Coach & Personal Branding Consultant | Top 20 Career Coach & Top 20 LinkedIn Top Voice in Canada

Years from now, people won’t remember your title.
They’ll remember how you led them.
  
I've coached with 400+ professionals across 15 industries.
The leaders people talk about years later? They all do these 7 things:
 
What Makes You Forgettable:
❌ Leading with your title
❌ Talking about how busy you are
❌ Focusing on tasks over people
❌ Making everything about deadlines
❌ Taking credit for team wins
  
What Makes You Unforgettable:
✔️ Listen more than you speak → People feel heard
✔️ Remember personal details → Shows you care beyond work
✔️ Give credit publicly → Builds loyalty and trust
✔️ Support during tough times → Creates lasting bonds
✔️ Keep your promises → Builds unshakeable credibility
✔️ Stay calm under pressure → Becomes your leadership signature
✔️ Make time for 1-on-1s → Shows people they matter
  
Your projects will end.
Your title will change.
But how you made people feel becomes part of their story.

The leaders I remember most weren’t the loudest or busiest.
They made people feel seen.

Which one of these are you already doing well?
 
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I help introverted leaders land $150K+ roles and elevate their personal brand without endless networking | Certified Executive Coach | Top 20 Career Coach & Top 20 LinkedIn Top Voice in Canada | 400+ client wins

You think you're staying in your role because it's “stable.”
 
But really?
 
 You’re staying because of:
 ▪️ invisible loyalty
 ▪️ fear of stepping out there
 ▪️ not knowing your true value
 
This is the trap so many managers and directors fall into:
 
 ✔️ You feel guilty leaving a team that depends on you
 ✔️ You tell yourself it’s too late to pivot
 ✔️ You question whether you’re even qualified for something better
 
 I stayed in the same field for 14 years before I made my move.
 And here’s what I learned on the other side:
 
 ▪️ Loyalty shouldn’t cost you your growth
 ▪️ Time invested doesn’t mean time wasted
 ▪️ Being capable doesn’t mean being seen or valued
 
For a long time, I told myself I was already stretched.
That there was no room for change.

But the longer I waited, the heavier it felt.
Eventually, change stopped being optional and became necessary.

Coaching didn’t add more to my plate.
It created clarity, gave me time, energy, and direction.

Coaching isn’t about doing more.
It’s about doing the right things to build a career that actually fits.
 
I’ve lived this transition and helped 400+ professionals do the same.
On average, they gain $36K in salary and step into roles that finally reflect their value.
 
If your goal is to land your next $150K+ role by Spring 2026, now is the time to start.
Book a discovery call and let’s map out a promotion or transition strategy that works for you.
 >>> https://lnkd.in/gyGrMWVg

Kindness at work isn’t soft.
It’s one of the most effective leadership strategies there is.

The moments people remember at work aren’t the big presentations or polished speeches.

They’re the quiet moments most leaders overlook.

▪️Being asked how they’re really doing.
▪️Thanked when no one was watching.
▪️Supported without having to ask.
▪️Having your time and boundaries respected.

These small actions build trust.
And trust is what drives engagement, loyalty, and performance.

What makes quiet leadership powerful is this:
None of these require authority, charisma, or being the loudest voice in the room.
They’re available to anyone willing to lead with intention.
And over time, they compound.

Quiet leadership isn’t about doing more.
It’s doing the small things consistently and letting trust do the rest.

Coach Julie

As a dedicated Recruitment Specialist Coach, specializing in hospitality and retail recruitment,  I empower hiring managers and recruiters to go beyond traditional approaches.  

With proven strategies,  I guide professionals in refining their recruitment processes,  conquering  challenges,  and building top-tier teams.

Recruitment Coach

PriceSmart

- Collaborates with senior management to facilitate strategic alignment for the Club and HR initiatives.

- Leverages expertise in labor and employment law relations, performance management, and succession planning, resulting in an approximate 6% increase in the employee retention rate.

- Analyzes organizational data, improving the efficiency of the onboarding process by 28%.

- Improved employee and management knowledge and compliance to company and human resources procedures through training programmes.

- Promotes employee safety and health efforts through compliance interpretation, continuous improvement, and maintenance of the company's policies and records. 

Accomplishments:
• Member of the Planning and Implementation Committee for the Inaugural Leadership Academy for 3 years.
• Orchestrated and launched the new performance review online process.
• Maintained a harmonious relationship with the Union.

Human Resources Manager

Elegant Hotels Group

- Developed and strengthened the enforcement of HR policies and procedures.

- Spearheaded the talent acquisition and recruitment processes for over 220+ new hires.

- Organized and evaluated strategic workforce planning and organizational structure, redefining responsibilities and staffing requirements.

- Collaborated with management through leadership direction, coaching, and consultation; in areas of performance management, employee relations, employee engagement, compensation, and overall organizational effectiveness.

- Ensured and maintained compliance with the Laws of Barbados.

- Provided analytical, technical, and managerial support for payroll, benefits, reporting, and compliance measures.

Accomplishment
• Created and managed the human resources critical path for the closing and opening of Tamarind Hotel (2010).

- Spearheaded and transformed HR functions for Daphne's Restaurant, The House, and Tamarind Hotel.

- Collaborated with the Human Resources Director (HRD) to facilitate union negotiations.

- Oversaw the payroll processing activities for the entire group of hotels.

- Conducted needs assessments and designed and delivered training initiatives.

- Administered and launched the calendar of events.

Accomplishments
• Led the recruitment and selection process, ensuring the most suitable candidates were hired.

• Supervised the implementation of the new payroll system.

- Provided technical and administrative oversight to daily activities, ensuring compliance with the Law of Barbados.

- Co-assisted management with the planning and implementation of strategic programme goals, operational guidelines, and plans for the organization.

- Evaluated and monitored the recruitment and selection process, onboarding, retention, and offboarding initiatives, and provided adjustable recommendations to support an effective operation.

- Consulted with supervisors and management to collectively design strategies and solutions to resolve HR-related issues.

- Prepared and presented reports, briefings, and correspondences to identify strengths, gaps, and accomplishments.

Human Resources Officer

Interview Coach @ Coach Julie | HR Professional |

As a Recruitment Specialist and HR Professional, I help Hiring Managers and Recruiters with strategies to conquer challenges, refine processes, and build top-tier teams.  I am a certified interview coach with over 25 years of experience in human resources management and talent development across various industries, including retail and hospitality. 

My passion is to empower individuals to showcase their skills, strengths, and personality in the most effective and authentic way. I leverage my expertise in labor and employment law, performance management, succession planning, employee relations, and employee wellness to provide customized and practical coaching services. I also enjoy training, mentoring, and streamlining the HR processes of companies to enhance their organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.

If you are a Recruiter who wants to learn how to attract hire performance candidates that stay in the job for 10+ years.  BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION:  https://calendly.com/beyondhrpro/30min

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