Unpacking True Leadership – Beyond Titles and Authority

Welcome back to The Defiant Spirit Podcast! Leadership is a critical aspect of any organization, but it’s often misunderstood or neglected. In this episode, Adam and B explore what leadership is, what makes effective leaders, and how to navigate the roadblocks that create breakdowns in leadership.

Leadership is not linked to titles and authority. Quite the opposite, in fact. It’s about inspiring others, fostering collaboration, and creating a holistic approach to personal and professional growth. The question is, how do you do that? This is the question we seek to answer in our conversation.

🔹 What You’ll Learn:

A critical leadership principle from a true titan of American Industry
The key to Tom Watson Jr.’s innovative leadership at IBM
How outside issues and defense systems can sabotage leadership
A new, proven formula to become a better leader
Personalized cheat sheet to connect with and inspire your team

📌Highlights:

00:00 – Introduction to Defiant Spirit and Overview of 360 Consulting

01:29 – The Core Component of Leadership: Show, Don’t Tell

09:28 – Leadership as Walking the Path and Inspiring Others

14:22 – Detoxing from Title-Based Leadership and Embracing Humility

26:26 – The Importance of Crisis as an Opportunity for Growth

30:23 – Different Skill Sets in Starting Up and Scaling Up

35:00 – Leadership Beyond Charisma: Compassion and Hope

We’re also thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of 360 Consulting, a transformative venture that combines the power of the Enneagram personality typing system with proven business strategies and a breakthrough system to unlock new results. Our mission is to empower individuals and organizations to reach their full potential by developing authentic leaders who drive meaningful change.

Through our unique approach, we’ll help you:

Gain Deep Self-Awareness: Understand your core motivations, strengths, and blind spots to become a more effective and compassionate leader.
Build Stronger Teams: Leverage the Enneagram to improve communication, resolve conflicts, and create a more cohesive and productive work environment.
Develop Tailored Strategies: Align your leadership style with your organization’s goals to achieve sustainable growth and success.
Navigate Challenges with Confidence: Embrace a 360-degree perspective to address complex issues and seize opportunities for innovation.

Stay tuned for our official launch date and be prepared to embark on a transformative leadership journey with 360 Consulting! To schedule a 30-minute discovery call to discuss your business CLICK HERE.

🔔 Stay Connected:

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