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Today's knowledge economy is redefining what it means to be an effective leader. Wanda Wallace explores this evolving expertise leadership landscape in her book, You Can't Know It All: Leading in the Age of Deep Expertise. She joins me in this episode to discuss how leaders can become comfortable with not knowing everything and find value in their roles beyond their areas of expertise — what she calls “spanning.” Wanda shares her insights on the challenges of modern leadership, including how women are pigeonholed into areas of expertise and not given the chance to advance to broader leadership positions. We also dive into the power of executive presence and self-assessment, sharing tips on how leaders can enhance their influence, refine their communication skills and spanning abilities, and reach their career goals. Tune in as we unpack strategies for leaders to balance between deep expertise and the adaptability required to thrive in leadership roles! TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE: - The growing importance of expertise in business - Expert leadership to spanning leadership - How to be an expert leader without micromanaging - Transitioning from expert to spanning leadership - Key elements of executive presence - The art of listening and communication - Self-assessment for leadership development Learn more in Wanda’s book, You Can't Know It All: Leading in the Age of Deep Expertise! https://lnkd.in/g6dEvp7E Connect with Wanda Wallace: https://lnkd.in/gYTmtHQ7 https://lnkd.in/gRvxyUak #leadership, #feedback, #self-assessment, #leadershipassessment, #LinkedIn, #managementskills, #micromanaging, #teamtraining, #spanningleadership, #organizationskills SUBSCRIBE to the show: https://lnkd.in/g-pxvKEN This episode was produced by Podcast Boutique https://lnkd.in/gZBT-P5e

In this episode of Change Leader Insights, Jessica Crow speaks with Shoshanna French, the founder of Simple Spirit, about leadership, change, and listening to your intuition.   Shoshanna French is the founder of Simple Spirit™, a keynote speaker and executive coach to million—and billion-dollar business founders, CEOs, and business professionals. She generates unpredictable and profound results for leaders ready to align purpose and action. Shoshanna combines two decades in the professional development field with executive coaching to support visionary leaders. During the conversation, Jessica and Shoshanna discussed the significance of active listening in change leadership and how important it is for people to feel heard. Balancing intuition with active listening takes time to develop, and Jessica asked Shoshanna how active listening plays into following intuition. Says Shoshanna, “My general philosophy about listening to yourself is that within ourselves is wisdom. Wisdom is a combination of experience, what you’ve learned, and your intuition. We have access to all of it at any moment.”  Highlights from the conversation include:  ☑️ Remembering how to use your intuition as a change leader by using curiosity and asking yourself questions to make better decisions   ☑️ Managing resistance in yourself and others when teaching intuitive decision-making by building new neural pathways   ☑️ How to lean into your intuition in moments of conflict (and why conflict – especially amidst change - isn’t a bad thing) If you want to learn more about listening to and leveraging your intuition as a change leader, be sure to tune in and hear what Shoshanna has to say!    👀 To watch the video: https://lnkd.in/gcqyNVZz 👂 For streaming options: https://lnkd.in/gTcYStaE  Like this post? Follow Apogy on LinkedIn to get our weekly updates.

Are some people just 'born to lead'? Is it really that simple? According to Joseph Fetzer, whilst some people have innate qualities that might predispose them to being a competent leader, it is a skill others can acquire and we don't do enough to highlight leadership as a developable skill in the workplace. If we explicitly state what good leadership looks like, what specific skills we need to succeed, and build self-awareness around them, this becomes something we can learn. We can build develop emotional intelligence through training and practical learning transfer, and by fostering a culture of open feedback we can help leaders develop, grow, succeed and, ultimately, pass on those skills to others. Listen to the latest leadership insights on the Leadership 480 Podcast from DDI | Development Dimensions International.   #LeadershipDevelopment #SkillsTraining

𝙒𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙙 𝙤𝙛 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙙𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝙗𝙚? Someone who manages with an iron fist or someone who leads with purpose, trust, and inspiration? Becoming the leader you want to be is a journey, not a destination. “𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙣𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙙 𝙗𝙮 𝙛𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙗𝙪𝙩 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙧𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣.” 💡 If you’re ready to explore more about what it means to lead with impact, join our 𝙏𝙖𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩2𝙏𝙚𝙖𝙘𝙝 - 𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮. It’s free and full of powerful strategies, insights, and hands-on learning to help you grow as a leader. #Leadership #GrowthMindset #Empowerment #TrustInLeadership #Taught2Teach

Beyond the Title: What True Leadership Really Means with James Barrett In a recent enlightening video, James Barrett sheds light on the indispensable role of empathy and servitude in effective leadership. Leadership, as Barrett eloquently puts it, transcends mere oversight. It embodies a profound responsibility not only to guide but to serve, empathize, and understand those we lead. This short clip offers a treasure trove of wisdom for leaders and aspiring leaders alike, emphasizing the human component that is often overlooked in the quest for success. 🔍 Key Learnings: 🌟 Leadership is a Service: Recognize the servant component inherent in leadership roles. Your actions and decisions impact more than just your trajectory; they influence everyone you lead. 💡 Responsibility is Key: Owning up to your mistakes and understanding their broader implications is fundamental. Leadership carries the weight of collective outcomes, not just individual achievements. 🗣️ Know Your Team: Engagement and genuine conversations with your team are crucial. Without understanding the personal and professional challenges they face, effective leadership is compromised. ❤️ Empathy Drives Success: The cornerstone of any successful team is empathy. Building something meaningful requires a deep understanding and care for the team's human element. James Barrett's insights challenge us to rethink leadership paradigms and embrace a more human-centric approach. It's not just about leading; it's about caring, understanding, and serving those who follow us. Catch the full video for a deeper dive into James Barrett's perspective on leadership and empathy. Plus, explore more enriching content on our YouTube channel and subscribe to our "Cracking The Growth Code" podcast for continuous learning and growth. 📺 Full video and more insights at: https://lnkd.in/gzHJgtNd #leadership #talentmanagement #EmpatheticLeadership Dive deeper into leadership transformation with James Barrett. Visit our YouTube channel for more enlightening videos and subscribe to our "Cracking The Growth Code" podcast for your weekly dose of growth insights!

Mark Cuban believes leadership is more than setting expectations—it's about truly connecting with your team. On Draymond Green's podcast, Cuban shared how immersing himself in various roles within the Dallas Mavericks, even risking fines, helped him build genuine relationships and drive success. Research shows humble leaders are more effective and relatable. Cuban’s approach emphasizes developing employees' skills and aligning company goals with personal aspirations. "Leadership is having a vision and knowing your people's goals, then merging the two," says Cuban. Ready to transform your leadership style? Click the link to discover more: https://lnkd.in/gx2ZKqUr #Leadership #MarkCuban #HumbleLeadership #EmployeeDevelopment #ServantLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceWellness #EmployeeEngagement

Have you ever taken a step back and thought about what kind of leader you’re becoming in your position? It’s so easy to get lost in the day-to-day grind, managing numbers and processes, but true leadership goes beyond that. It’s not about control or ticking boxes—it’s about trust. It’s about creating an environment where people feel safe to experiment, where they feel empowered to grow and succeed. Leadership isn’t a title—it’s about how you inspire and elevate your team to reach their full potential. It’s about the subtle difference between managing and truly leading. So, here’s the question: What kind of leader do you strive to be? Someone who manages with an iron fist or someone who leads with purpose, trust, and inspiration? Let’s dive deeper into this together. Because becoming the leader you want to be is a journey, not a destination. “𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐟𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐛𝐲 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.” 💡 If you’re ready to explore more about what it means to lead with impact, join the “𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝟐𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 - 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲.” 👉🏻 𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐢𝐨! It’s free and full of powerful strategies, insights, and hands-on learning to help you grow as a leader. And while you’re at it, don’t miss out on my “𝐓𝐚𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭𝟐𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 - 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬, 𝐁𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬” 𝐩𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭🎙️where I share practical tips and speak with industry leaders on how to conquer challenges and lead with impact. 🎧 Available on 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲, 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 & 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐬 #Leadership #GrowthMindset #Empowerment #TrustInLeadership #Taught2Teach

When Love and Fun meet Leadership. Would you associate the word “love” with leadership? You should. I talked about it with Steve Reiner, a seasoned navigator of the corporate seas, in the latest episode of "When Leaders Talk." Steve is also the author of the best-selling book Leaders Created, in which he discusses his great experience as a leader and how he has improved his skills. We talk about: → The Core of Leadership: empathy, care, and genuine support as the cornerstone of effective leadership. → The Power of Giving Time: meaningful one-on-one interactions are your most strategic investment. → Emotional Intelligence & Self-Improvement: transformative impact of emotional awareness in leadership roles. → The Balancing Act: fun and productivity can coexist in the workplace! Steve's insights go beyond mere storytelling because each reflection and anecdote he shares is a practical toolkit for anyone looking to forge a robust and responsive leadership style. Let me brag: this is another excellent episode filled with real-world wisdom that can help revolutionize your leadership approach and inspire you to act with conviction and care. Go to the comments if you want to listen to the episode. ----- I support business leaders who want to step up their game and build a legacy, leveraging 30+ years of leadership experience, training, and coaching. If you want to know more, schedule a call, and let's chat.

🎙️ 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 Navigating leadership transitions can be one of the most critical and rewarding, times for leaders. 🌟 In a recent HBR On Strategy podcast, Michael Watkins, professor at IMD Business School and cofounder of Genesis Advisors, shares invaluable insights on how to thrive in these pivotal moments. 🛠️ 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀: 🔹 Not every situation calls for the same strategy, what worked in the past may not work now. 🔹 Use the STARS Framework to assess your leadership context: Startup: Building from the ground up. Turnaround: Managing a crisis. Accelerated Growth: Scaling operations. Realignment: Addressing emerging issues. Sustaining Success: Maintaining excellence in mature markets. 🔹 Adapt your leadership style to the specific needs of the business for early wins and long-term impact. Whether you're stepping into a new role or supporting others in their transitions, this episode offers actionable frameworks and insights to help leaders succeed. 🎧 Check it out: https://bit.ly/3Z623Y1 #Leadership #CareerGrowth #Strategy #HBR #ProfessionalDevelopment

True leadership goes beyond managing tasks—it’s about building a culture of accountability and a community of leaders. In my latest Forbes column and Leadership NOW podcast episode, I dive into insights with good friend Vince Molinaro Ph.D. and best-selling author of his fantastic new book, “Community of Leaders: What It Takes to Drive Strategy, Culture, and Change.” Vince’s work reminds us that sustainable success happens when leaders foster shared accountability, break down silos, and cultivate empathy across teams.   Here’s what resonated: 1) Accountability Starts at the Top: Leaders who model accountability set the standard for everyone. Vince makes it clear that leadership accountability can’t be delegated—it must be embodied. 2) Silo-Busting for Success: Silos stunt growth. Vince shares how cross-functional collaboration not only boosts performance but keeps everyone aligned toward shared goals. 3) Empathy & Clarity in Leadership: Leaders who bring clarity and empathy create trust, engagement, and resilience. Vince emphasizes that great leaders care about their teams, not just their own agendas. Catch our conversation on Leadership NOW and explore the full Forbes column for actionable insights on building a stronger, more cohesive team. (Plus, go out and get his book!) Let’s “raise barns together,” as Vince says—it’s time to build a community of leaders ready to make a difference. 🔗 Forbes https://lnkd.in/ggPpUEWk 🔗 YouTube https://lnkd.in/giFmXSgt 🔗 Apple Podcast https://lnkd.in/ge8W3dSz 🔗 Spotify Podcast https://lnkd.in/gNqCPHR3 🔗 Amazon Podcast https://lnkd.in/gmMcqq4j #communityofleaders #community #leaders #leadership