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Leaders worth following will listen, learn, and seek to understand. Empathy isn’t a given, it’s a discipline. ---- Reggie Joiner joined Adam and I on the How to Lead podcast to discuss how we can learn from working with different generations, people we don’t like, and those we disagree with. The main takeaway for me from this conversation was this insight from Reggie: “The powerful thing, generationally in any organization, is not simply understanding the different generations (Gen Z/Alpha), it’s understanding that the individual sitting across the table has their story, their experiences, the things they’ve wrestled with and learning to acknowledge why they see something that someone else doesn’t see.” In other words, we have the ability to change entire organizations when our empathy toward others is intentionally developed. Suspending your own opinions, thoughts, and beliefs so you can seek to understand someone else’s experience (no matter their age) is how we grow. What's the most effective way you've found to connect with people in a different generation (older or younger)? I'll link to the episode in the comments below.

To say that I am excited to attend Clay's course on leadership and influence is an understatement. As Clay states: Empathy isn't a given, it's a discipline. And intentional empathy is something that leaders should strive to develop and apply, because when applied intentionally and appropriately, it has the potential to positively change an entire organization. Now that's powerful! Thank you FFB Bank for this amazing development opportunity! Can't attend a course or tune in to Clay's podcast? Pick up his book and add some leadership and influence tools to your skillset.

Feeling the weight of a disconnected team? Every leader knows the struggle: finding the balance between productivity and a genuinely happy team environment.   It's a puzzle that, when solved, can unleash unparalleled success and innovation within your organization.  𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬?🤔  Introducing our latest podcast series: 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐜𝐞. Designed for leaders like you, our episodes are packed with actionable insights and real-world strategies from industry experts and CEOs who've successfully navigated the journey you're on.  💡 Imagine injecting your workplace with an energy that drives productivity, fosters creativity, and celebrates collaboration. We're here to show you it's achievable with the right tools.  Each episode is a treasure trove of quick wins and long-term strategies to help you sculpt a workplace culture that not only attracts top talent but retains it by nurturing a sense of belonging, purpose, and happiness.  👉 Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/gwgMkcgH    #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Innovation #Teamwork #Productivity #PodcastForLeaders

I had the great pleasure of interviewing Laurel Donnellan for the latest version of the Compassionate Leaders Circle Podcast. In this episode, we dive into Laurel's early childhood and explore the pivotal moments that shaped her as a leader. Take a listen: https://lnkd.in/gdwTr9D4 #compassionateleadership #loveablework #changingwork

Feedback shouldn’t be a once-a-year event. It should be an ongoing conversation. 🗣️ If your team is surprised by their performance review, it means there’s been a gap in communication. Regular feedback helps guide and support your team, ensuring they always know where they stand and how they can improve. 🎯 Think about it—how often are you checking in with your team? Are you creating an environment where feedback is continuous and constructive? 💬🔄 For more content on this topic, listen to episode 32 of the Leadership Jam Session Podcast - Jam Session Scenarios: Performance Reviews with Ted Cowles, Dean DiGiacomo, and Matt Melloy https://loom.ly/8Nl8Ey0 #LeadershipDevelopment #ContinuousFeedback #PerformanceManagement #TeamGrowth #EffectiveCommunication __________________ 👍 Like this post if you found it helpful, and don't forget to comment your thoughts below! ♻️ Feel free to share this if you think others will find it useful too.

You know that we're big readers (and podcast listeners, and culinary fans, too...!) Check out our Resources page for a few of the books that are always on our recommended list. https://lnkd.in/gQESfnQZ Have a book you think should be on our list. Let us know in the comments below. #NovaLeadership #Leadership

I'm someone who learns best from mistakes: my own and stories of others' mistakes. Especially when it comes to leadership, these kinds of lessons can be hard to come by. Making mistakes of your own is costly. In general, leaders can be buttoned-up about professional "breaking changes" and difficult lessons, especially when others have been impacted. My goal for this season of Postman's "Breaking Changes" podcast, which I hosted, was to assemble a group of people who could provide raw, unfiltered insights they've learned in their careers as leaders in the software industry. I'm super grateful to Mitchell Hashimoto, Will Larson, Gwen (Chen) Shapira, Steven Sinofsky, Albert Strasheim, Becky Weiss, David Fowler, Tido Carriero, Charity Majors, David Cramer, Cliff Chang, and Nick Schrock for opening up about their experiences. Read more in my blog post about what to expect: https://lnkd.in/df3xdGj8 🎙️ Subscribe where you listen to podcasts! 🎧 #leadership #podcasts #softwaredevelopment #engineeringmanagement

You know that we're big readers (and podcast listeners, and culinary fans, too...!) Check out our Resources page for a few of the books that are always on our recommended list. https://lnkd.in/gzuWDa_2 Have a book you think should be on our list. Let us know in the comments below. #NovaLeadership #Leadership

Feeling the weight of a disconnected team? Every leader knows the struggle: finding the balance between productivity and a genuinely happy team environment.   It's a puzzle that, when solved, can unleash unparalleled success and innovation within your organization.  𝐁𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬?🤔  Introducing our latest podcast series: 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐚𝐮𝐜𝐞. Designed for leaders like you, our episodes are packed with actionable insights and real-world strategies from industry experts and CEOs who've successfully navigated the journey you're on.  💡 Imagine injecting your workplace with an energy that drives productivity, fosters creativity, and celebrates collaboration. We're here to show you it's achievable with the right tools.  Each episode is a treasure trove of quick wins and long-term strategies to help you sculpt a workplace culture that not only attracts top talent but retains it by nurturing a sense of belonging, purpose, and happiness.  👉 Listen Here: https://lnkd.in/g58aEkvg    #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #Innovation #Teamwork #Productivity #PodcastForLeaders

🎤Exciting New Episode Release!🎤 We're thrilled to bring you a dynamic discussion featuring six incredible speakers who are experts in their fields with Season 3 of our podcast series Tech Talks! Our speakers bring diverse perspectives, tackling big questions and offering real-world solutions to help you level up in your personal or professional journey. Whether you're looking for inspiration, leadership advice, or just some fresh ideas, this episode has something for everyone! Get ready as our speakers: 🎤Unpack the biggest trends and issues shaping industry, giving you the knowledge to stay ahead. 🎤Share their personal experiences, successes, and challenges, leaving you with valuable lessons and inspiration to apply in your own life or career. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking conversation! Hit the link to listen, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! Listen here: - Spotify: https://lnkd.in/ehQvCtsQ - Podbean: https://lnkd.in/e8shrWNU - YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eJGc-3gr #Technophiles #DU #BharatiCollege #InConversationWithExperts #PodcastLife #ThoughtLeadership #FreshPerspectives #InspirationToAction #ExpertPanel #DeepDiscussions #KnowledgeSharing #LearnFromTheBest #InnovationTalks #GrowthMindset #Changemakers #IdeasThatInspire #CreativeConversations #PodcastCommunity #NewEpisode #Leadership