Leadership Insights: Navigating Challenges in Corporate America

Guest:Nadine HallFormer Executive Lead at HanesBrandsLinkedInHost:Melissa AarskaugExecutive Connect | WebsiteYouTube: @ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, Melissa Aarskaug speaks with Nadine Hall, a seasoned executive and former leader at HanesBrands. Nadine offers a wealth of insights on leadership, corporate resilience, and career evolution in the world of global retail and consumer goods. From product innovation to building your own professional brand, Nadine shares the key traits that helped her rise through the ranks, navigate change, and lead with intention. She also opens up about the lessons she’s learned through mentorship, feedback, and collaboration with cross-functional teams—and what future leaders need to thrive in today’s corporate world.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction to Nadine Hall02:30 – Consumer-driven differentiation and standing out in a crowded market06:00 – Crafting your personal brand and defining your “superpower”10:15 – Leadership 101: Continuous learning and active listening14:00 – Managing change and aligning your team’s purpose17:45 – Building successful partnerships across departments21:20 – Why feedback is a gift and how to use it for growth25:00 – Nadine’s final advice for rising leadersConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-executive-connect/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug