Dr. Sharalyn Payne

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Dr. Sharalyn Payne

Leadership and Culture Expert. Partner with executives and teams to transform managers into leaders. www.smpistrategies.com

06/12/2025

🚨 IT’S HERE! ⁣
🎙️ The Game Changer with Dr. Sharalyn is officially LIVE!⁣
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This podcast is for the bold, the brilliant, and the built-for-more leaders. The ones who aren’t afraid to challenge broken systems, speak truth in silent rooms, and lead with legacy in mind.⁣
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🔥 EPISODE 1 — “What High-Impact Leaders Do That Most Never Will” — is now streaming.⁣
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💡 If you’re ready to:⁣
✔️ Lead with unshakable credibility⁣
✔️ Transform culture, not just manage it⁣
✔️ Build a legacy that outlives the noise⁣
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🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform to subscribe + hear the full episode.⁣
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This isn’t just another leadership podcast. It’s a movement for Game Changers who lead with strategy, soul, and seismic impact.⁣
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06/05/2025

🚨 LEADERSHIP ALERT 🚨
Do you really have what it takes to lead in today’s high-stakes world of AI, business, and beyond?

🎙️ Join me LIVE this Friday, June 6th @ 7PM CST on YouTube (Ernest Hale’s Page) for a powerful conversation with the brilliant Sir Ernest Hale and Leadership Speaker and Pastor Daniel Jones.

We’re breaking down The Levels of Leadership—what separates those who manage from those who move mountains.

💡 From influence to innovation, from culture to credibility—this is the conversation forward-thinking leaders can’t afford to miss.

🔥 Turn your potential into power. Tune in. Tap in. Lead up.

05/01/2025

The future of leadership isn’t about control—it’s about creating cultures of ownership.

Top-performing organizations don’t chase obedience.
They engineer ownership by giving their people decision-making power and connecting every role to purpose.

Here’s your leadership challenge:
❓ Are your people clear on how their work drives impact?
❓ Are you defining roles by responsibility—or by results?

If you want a culture that performs, transforms, and scales, start here.

04/17/2025

Micromanagement isn’t strategy—it’s control disguised as “excellence.” If you constantly correct your team’s how, you’ll never discover their brilliance.

Great leaders delegate outcomes, not just tasks. Autonomy isn’t optional—it’s essential.

👉 What’s the hardest part about letting go of control as a leader? Drop your thoughts below ⬇️

04/10/2025

Lead Like a Legend. Influence Like an Icon.
Because ordinary leadership won’t cut it in an extraordinary world.

The Ultra Influential Newsletter is your weekly dose of clarity, boldness, and executive edge—designed for leaders who build movements, not just manage tasks.

If you’re ready to think differently, lead strategically, and rise with purpose…
This is for you.

Subscribe now.
Because icons don’t guess—they lead with intention.

04/03/2025

🚨 Your Culture Isn’t Broken—It’s Just Misaligned. And It’s Costing You.

Culture isn’t created in boardrooms. It’s forged in the trenches—through habits, behaviors, and what leadership rewards (or tolerates) every single day.

In my latest Ultra Influential article, I break down 3 game-changing strategies every high-performing leader must implement to build a culture that wins—and scales.

✅ Audit your culture like your P&L
✅ Over-communicate with clarity
✅ Reward ex*****on, not just ideas

If you want engaged employees, consistent results, and a culture that attracts top-tier talent—you’ll want to read this.

🧠 It’s not just a leadership article. It’s a playbook for performance.

👉 Read it now. Share it later. Win always.

03/28/2025

Embracing vulnerability as a leader isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a testament to your strength and authenticity. Remember, seeking support and collaborating with others not only enhances your leadership but also fosters a culture of trust and innovation.

03/14/2025

Great leadership requires wisdom, intelligence, and intention. Let’s dive deeper into what it takes—join me on Clubhouse at 9!

03/05/2025

🚨 Real Talk: Employees don’t leave companies — they leave managers who never learned how to lead.

And here’s the truth no one’s saying loud enough:

👉 Most leaders were promoted because they were great at their job — not because they knew how to develop people.
👉 When performance slips, they correct — they don’t coach.
👉 And that’s how trust breaks down and teams fall apart.

I see it every day.

That’s why organizations bring me in — to teach leaders how to coach — not just manage.

One client said this after working with me:
“Dr. Sharalyn’s insights are sharp and professional. She’s built trust with our leaders and helps them coach their teams through tough situations. Her instincts are incredible — she knows the right questions to ask before offering solutions. Honestly, we’ve only scratched the surface of what she can do.”

Coaching isn’t a soft skill — it’s a survival skill for leaders who want to drive performance and build trust.

Here’s the question every organization needs to ask:
Are your leaders helping your employees grow — or pushing them out the door?

If you’re ready to build a coaching culture, let’s talk. Because the best leaders don’t just manage — they multiply potential.

01/01/2025

May 2025 be your absolute best year ever - not only in how you lead, but in every department of your life!

Stay elevated!
Stay excellent!
Stay exceptional!

12/26/2024

As the day winds down and the glow of Christmas lights softly fades, I’m taking a quiet moment to reflect on the beauty of today. Christmas isn’t just about gifts and gatherings; it’s about love, gratitude, and connection. Whether you spent the day with family, friends, or found peace in your own company, my hope is that your heart feels full tonight. Here’s to cherishing the magic in the small, meaningful moments. Merry Christmas to you and yours. ❤️

01/23/2024

As we explore actionable strategies to navigate and succeed in the evolving work landscape. Ready to shape your future?
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