68. Authentic Visibility
Apr 15, 2026In this episode of Grounded and Aligned™, Karen Gombo looks at a common tension in senior roles: you are expected to be visible and well-connected, but much of the advice on how to do this feels unnatural.
As expectations increase, visibility is no longer optional. It affects how often you are brought into discussions, how your work is recognized, and how decisions move.
The episode focuses on how to approach visibility and relationships in a way that is consistent with how you naturally operate, rather than adopting behaviours that feel forced.
Karen looks at
- Why visibility is required if you want your work to be seen, supported, and acted on
- Two practical ways visibility shows up: being consistently present and top of mind, or being more selective but clear when something matters
- The downside of forcing visibility tactics that don’t match how you naturally interact, and how quickly that becomes noticeable
Closing insight
You do not need to change your personality to be visible, but you do need to be intentional. The key is to make sure people know you are there, understand your contribution, and hear from you when it matters.
Next steps
If your scope has recently expanded and you are operating with greater visibility and stakeholder complexity, a short, structured reset can materially improve how you deploy your time and authority.
Book a Focus-15. In 15 minutes, you will clarify what requires your attention now, what no longer does, where to focus to reinforce authority, and one concrete adjustment to implement immediately. You will leave with a clear direction for the next 30 days.
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