Women in Leadership Series: In conversation with Lindsey LeClair, Chief Legal, Compliance & Risk Officer

2022-04-14

Our Women in Leadership Series features some of our own Valeyo leaders and explores some the challenges, opportunities and moments and inspiration of women working in the technology & insurance industry. Watch the full video above or read Lindey’s answers below.

1. What do you believe is an important trait to have when leading a team?

In any kind of engagement, it’s important to develop a relationship built on trust. Whether I am speaking with my own team, with colleagues or if there’s an opportunity to lead others, I always start with a foundation of trust and I think that’s the best leadership trait to have.

2. How do you get to a place of trust with colleagues in the workplace?

In my opinion, transparency, candor, the ability to be your own authentic self and strong communication are the elements to building trust with your team and colleagues around you.

3. Describe your own leadership style

My leadership style is very open; I consider myself a candid person. I try to focus most of my leadership efforts on that strong communication aspect. I give feedback, I even ask for feedback. Those are my own leadership themes.

4. What advice would you give to the next generation of female leaders?

My advice to the next generation of women leaders is to not be afraid to ask for help. Over my career, I’ve had many great mentors, in both my personal and professional life. I know sometimes this can be seen as challenging, but to overcome this, surround yourself with people who are there to help you, who are likeminded and who want to see you succeed.


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