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 professional delivering strong results yet still not getting the recognition, promotions, or leadership opportunities you deserve? You are not alone!

Research shows introverts with a bachelor’s degree earn $290K less over their careers than their extroverted peers, and $760K less with advanced degrees. Many workplaces 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 intentional positioning and visibility, many introverted professionals are overlooked despite strong performance.

And I get it... as an introvert, I once believed I had to act extroverted to succeed. Everything changed when I learned how to build a professional brand aligned with my strengths. I landed 5 promotions in under 8 years and eventually became a LinkedIn Top Voice, using visibility strategically to expand my opportunities and influence.

Today, I help introverted professionals do the same through The Introvert Leadership Method. This system helps high-performing professionals build visibility, communicate their impact, and position themselves for leadership roles and higher compensation without acting out of character.

💡 Through this approach, you will learn how to:

✔ Position your résumé, LinkedIn, and professional brand so your value is clear

✔ Build visibility and credibility without draining your energy

✔ Communicate your impact in interviews, promotion discussions, and leadership conversations

✔ Position yourself for promotions, leadership roles, and higher-paying opportunities

📈 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

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

👉🏽 Ready to turn introversion into an advantage and position yourself for leadership roles?

📩 Message me 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.

Author, Board Governance, Public Speaker, Youth Advocate

Norma holds an MA in Adult Education and a BA in Sociology and Psychology. She is a retired RN with over forty years of healthcare leadership experience. A five-time self-published author of nonfiction books, she utilizes these books as educational tools to reach children, youth, and their families, enhancing their knowledge of the Canadian Youth Justice System.

She facilitates public education forums essential to strengthening the safety and well-being of Black and Minority Families. A dynamic public speaker who uses social media platforms and in-person delivery of education locally, nationally, and internationally. She collaborates with community stakeholders to connect literature with education, enhancing literacy, critical thinking, empowerment, and understanding of complex issues that affect Black and Minority communities.

In her recently published book, END, Incarceration of Black and Minority Youth, she highlights the lived experiences of trauma that youths encounter in their communities and when incarcerated. She strongly believes in educating families, youth and children about prevention before any child comes into contact with the criminal justice system.

She is an ardent community volunteer who was recently honoured with the King Charles 111 Coronation Medal, which recognizes her exceptional positive impact on the lives of communities across Ontario.

Norma is a sought-after voice in youth advocacy. Engage her for workshops, speaking engagements, or outreach — connect today!

Listen to her interviews on YouTube with Nikki Clarke Network, The Ordinary People Show, Rogers TV in Barrie and Podcasts, Black Mental Health Canada.  

Reach her via email: n.nicholson.a805@rogers.com 
 Visit her website: https://youthempowerments.com
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