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Amy Edmondson: The Right Kind of Wrong

Episode 317 | There is immense value in hard work, commitment, and continuing to show up amid life’s challenges personally and professionally. Professor of business and leadership at Harvard Business School, Dr. Amy Edmondson, dives into these topics as she discusses her new book The Right Kind of Wrong: The Science of Failing Well. Recognized as the number one management thinker in the world for two consecutive years, Dr. Edmondson explores the concept of psychological safety and its impact on team performance. She also discusses the different types of failure and the importance of learning from all of our experiences.
4 Steps to Refine and Execute Your Team Goals: Like a bullseye, a clear goal is a target that leaves nothing to interpretation. You either hit it, or you don't. Without a clear goal, people can't tell how well they are doing or even what they should be doing. Download this guide to bring laser focus and clarity to your goals.

Bo Seo: Listen and Be Heard

Episode 316 | Effective communication is paramount in various contexts, including leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Former journalist and two-time debating world champion, Bo Seo, demystifies these topics by emphasizing the need for clarity in arguments, the importance of understanding the other person's perspective, and the value of crafting persuasive arguments. Bo shares his personal journey from South Korea to Australia to the US, highlighting the challenges he faced as a non-native English speaker and the impact it had on his communication style. He discusses the importance of being willing to engage in disagreements and the power of debate in fostering understanding and growth. Bo delves into the concept of truth in arguments and the challenges of navigating disagreements in personal relationships, providing practical advice on how to engage in productive debates.
Listen Like a Leader: Download our guide to learn how to listen and then pick one or two skills you can start building this week.

Dean Graziosi: Mastermind Your Legacy

Episode 315 | Life is happening for you, not to you. Bestselling author, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur Dean Graziosi has learned a lot from his time working with Tony Robbins, but he says this concept about life has been most impactful for him. As the co-founder of Mastermind.com, Dean discusses the concept of masterminds and their value in professional development and self-education. He explains that a mastermind is a collective gathering of minds with a shared desired outcome, where individuals come together to solve problems, fuel opportunities, and share their knowledge and breakthroughs. Dean emphasizes the importance of learning from others who have already been successful and highlights the power of masterminds in accelerating growth and learning. He also discusses the future of self-education, noting the rise of thought leaders and the need for more niche-focused and entertaining content.
Leverage Learning Science for Lasting L&D Impact: Organizations are increasingly investing in learning and development (L&D) programs, but not all programs are created equal. To produce behavior change that drives breakthrough results, discerning HR leaders need to look for solutions grounded in learning science that encourage active learning, intentional application, and accountability.

Rory Vaden: Take the Stairs

Episode 312 | Without a clear vision, you can’t expect to know where you’re going. This may seem obvious to some, but for Rory Vaden it’s a lot more than that. As a NYT bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders, Rory discusses the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and having a clear vision for success. He emphasizes the power of choosing to focus on gratitude rather than worrying about what we don't have. He also highlights the significance of serving others and finding purpose in our lives. Vaden shares insights from his book, "Take the Stairs," which offers principles for achieving true success, explaining that success is not about self-actualization, but about helping others succeed.
Crucial Insights For First-Level Leaders: Develop your people into a high-performing team with these time-tested and proven insights.

Lindsay Gibson: Emotionally Immature Parents

Episode 314 | How can you be your best self as a parent? Dr. Lindsay Gibson, author of "Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: How to Heal from Distant, Rejecting, or Self-Involved Parents” joins On Leadership to discuss and reflect on modern parenting. Dr. Gibson explains that emotionally immature parents often train their children to prioritize the parent's needs over their own, leading to a lack of self-connection and boundary-setting. She emphasizes the importance of regaining self-connection and setting boundaries to maintain psychological health. Dr. Gibson also advises listeners to reflect on their own upbringing and consider how it may have influenced their current relationships.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: A Brief Guide  - Download our guide for a summary of principles and practices that can help you cope with change in resilient, creative ways.

Nedra Glover Tawwab: Drama Free

Episode 313 | The holidays are a hot bed of family drama for many people. Prepare your hearts with this engaging interview featuring NYT bestselling author Nedra Glover Tawwab. Nedra discusses the importance of setting boundaries in family relationships and how it can positively impact other areas of life. She shares the challenges of navigating relationships with parents, siblings, and children during the holiday season, providing advice on how to have difficult conversations and handle conflicts in a healthy way.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: A Brief Guide  - Download our guide for a summary of principles and practices that can help you cope with change in resilient, creative ways.

Jennifer McCollum: In Her Own Voice

Episode 311 | Creating cultures where we are all celebrated rather than tolerated is a passion of Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage and author of In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO. Jennifer explores the challenges and hurdles that women face in their journey to leadership positions, emphasizing the need for organizations to create inclusive cultures where women can thrive. Jennifer encourages everyone, regardless of gender, to be selective in choosing organizations that celebrate and support their growth.
3 Steps to Build a Culture Where Teams Thrive: To provide lasting support to their people, organizations need to build a winning culture with inclusive, high-trust values that help their people succeed both at work and outside of it. Download and share this guide and help your organization align its culture and values with what’s best for its people.

Sal Kahn: The Future is Here

Episode 310 | The future of education and learning is up for discussion in this episode of On Leadership. Author and founder of the Khan Academy, Sal Khan, shares his journey of starting Khan Academy and how it has grown to become a platform with over 150 million users worldwide. He emphasizes the importance of traditional skills like reading, writing, and math, as well as soft skills like communication and empathy. Khan predicts that the future of education will involve AI assistants that provide real-time feedback and support to students and teachers. In a corporate setting, Sal also encourages leaders to embrace AI technology and use it to improve productivity and quality.
The Energy of Change—5 Leadership Behaviors to Drive Collective Action in a Fluid Landscape: Help your leaders prepare their teams to move through change and transform your organization’s approach to change by downloading and sharing this guide.

Stephen M. R. Covey: Leaders Go First

Episode 309 | The work required to build a high trust culture starts with you. New York Times bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey outlines the importance of extending trust to others and the need for leaders to go first by setting the stage for high-trust engagement. Stephen shares examples of companies that have successfully built trust within their organizations, emphasizing the need for smart trust and good judgment. He also encourages individuals to look inward and ask themselves questions about their own trustworthiness, such as whether they demonstrate integrity, care about others, and continuously improve their competence.
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Ed Bastian: Leading with a Heart of Service

Episode 308 | People-driven and customer-focused is how Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastain intentionally chooses to lead his team of 100,000 global professionals. Ed shares personal stories of Delta employees going above and beyond to assist passengers in difficult situations, highlighting the value of empathy and humanity in customer interactions. He emphasizes the cultural imperative of treating customers with kindness and courtesy, regardless of the circumstances. Ed also discusses the hiring process at Delta, focusing on the importance of finding individuals with a heart for service and a track record of going the extra mile.
Building Exceptional Leaders in Uncertain Times: During uncertain times, people look to their leaders to reassure and realign them toward their most important goals. These four critical behaviors help leaders motivate and focus their people on what really matters, even amid uncertainty, stress, and burnout.