The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive
Embracing Leadership Shock with Pete Steinberg
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we engage in an insightful conversation with Pete Steinberg, President of Innovative Thought and author of ‘Leadership Shock: Using Authenticity to Navigate the Hidden Dangers of Career Success.’ They discuss the challenges leaders face during transitions, the importance of intentionality, the value of feedback, and how understanding one’s purpose is crucial. Pete shares his experiences coaching the U.S. Olympic women’s rugby team and offers valuable guidelines for developing authentic leadership. Enjoy!
Five Questions to Foster Courage and Clarity in Leadership
In this episode, which originally aired back in 2021, we share a conversation with founder Brian Schubring and former consultant Melissa Hiatt about five essential questions leaders can use to foster courage and gain clarity in their leadership. Through stories and practical advice, we reveal how understanding the broader context of one’s journey can unlock multiple choices and strategies for overcoming challenges.
You’ll hear how these questions prompt leaders to recount their stories, uncover hidden concerns, and expand their perspectives, ultimately leading to greater success and emotional health. This conversation is a treasure trove for leaders looking to understand their fears, define success, seek necessary support, and set effective boundaries to build a positive team culture. Enjoy!
Transforming Team Culture Through People with Martin Gonzalez
In this episode, we sit down with Martin Gonzalez, creator of Google’s effectiveness founders project and author of ‘The Bonfire Moment.’ With a background in organizational psychology, Martin highlights real-world challenges and solutions, drawing from his extensive experience with global leaders. This conversation is a rich resource for anyone aiming to create a positive team culture and build mentally engaged, emotionally healthy teams. Whether you’re a startup founder or a leader in any organization, you’ll find practical advice to enhance your leadership skills. Enjoy!
Empowering Leaders Through Strengths Communicator Training
We are excited to announce our next Strengths Communicator Training in Minneapolis! This program is aimed at helping leaders understand and apply Strength-based approaches to foster positive team cultures. Learn from participants of past cohorts who share their experiences and the transformative impact of the training. The episode offers insights into the training’s four main takeaways and encourages listeners to join our next cohort in August 2024.
Mastering Workplace Conflict: Insights from Carol Bowser
Have you ever wondered how childhood experiences shape our conflict stories in the workplace? In this episode, we share an eye-opening conversation with Carol Bowser, founder of Conflict Management Strategies. Carol shares her unique journey from employment law to conflict mediation, offering profound insights on how leaders can effectively navigate conflict and foster a healthy work environment. Enjoy!
Inside the Mind of a Leader: A Talk with Former US Bank VP Bob Erickson
Leadership Development often takes a one-size-fits-all approach, overlooking individual nuances. Merely being skilled doesn’t equate to effective leadership. Traditional training, like conferences and generic courses, misses the mark. Bob Erickson, retired EVP of US Bank, highlights the importance of a tailored, human-centric leadership model, emphasizing key traits to foster empowered, cohesive teams.
How The Best Leaders Master The Art Of Authentic Care
Our latest podcast episode explores how the best leaders express authentic care to those on their team. We delve into genuine care beyond obligations, share stories of everyday heroes embodying this virtue, and discuss the impact of receiving care on a leader’s ability. Curious about bridging the intention-perception gap in caring? We also share examples and give practical strategies on cultivating and effectively communicating authentic care. This episode will be helpful for anyone eager to enhance their leadership skills and help their team succeed!
How Leaders Can Prioritize Self-Care in a Fast-Paced World
In our fast-paced world, where political divides, global challenges, and tribal mindsets often consume our thoughts, it’s easy to overlook the fundamental need for self-care and emotional well-being. This blog post delves into the profound practice of answering three simple yet transformative questions: What brings you happiness and joy? What are you grateful for? Who and what do you love? These questions, explored through the lens of mindfulness and positive psychology, are not just a luxury but a vital act of self-preservation and leadership. They enhance positive emotions, promote gratitude, and nurture social connections. The post highlights practical applications, such as daily journaling and mindful conversations, to help individuals navigate life’s complexities, strengthen their mental and emotional health, and contribute to a more compassionate and connected society. Learn more!
The Impact of Trust on Personal and Professional Dynamics
Trust is complex. Sometimes it comes easy, sometimes not so much. It can be delicate, fragile, or in some cases nearly indestructible. But what makes certain people trust more easily than others? And what even is trust to begin with. In this post, we’ll explore trust, a vital element of team health, by examining personal trust patterns, preferences, reasons, and methods. Our goal is to help you in forming your unique definition of trust.
2 Keys to a HEALTHY and HAPPY Workplace
Let’s dive into the profound impact of nurturing connection and community within the workplace, with insights inspired by the Surgeon General’s report on workplace mental health and well-being. Join Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring of Leadership Vision, as they stress the significance of fostering social bonds and relationships among employees to bolster their overall well-being.
Connection and Community revolves around creating an environment where individuals feel seen, heard, and valued, fostering a sense of belonging and social support. We emphasize that leaders should prioritize getting to know their colleagues personally, transcending professional boundaries. This goes beyond traditional team-building activities, and trust falls, focusing on acknowledging and celebrating the diversity of team members’ backgrounds and perspectives.
The key takeaway is that cultivating trust, inclusion, and diversity within teams can contribute significantly to a positive workplace culture that enhances mental health and well-being. By creating an atmosphere where every team member feels valued and included, leaders can promote satisfaction, motivation, and a more supportive work environment.
The Surgeon General’s insights underscore the importance of these principles in shaping a workplace culture that prioritizes the mental health and overall well-being of employees, emphasizing the need for leaders to lead in ways that benefit both individuals and the broader workplace community. Learn more!
Why Leaders Get it Wrong and Embrace Failure
In this episode of the podcast, discover the transformative power of embracing failure in leadership. Rather than fearing mistakes, effective leaders view them as stepping stones for growth, innovation, and learning. This approach encourages ambitious goal-setting, emphasizes strengths over weaknesses, and fosters a culture of adaptability within teams. By openly discussing failures and sharing missed goals, leaders build transparency and trust. Embrace failure as a catalyst for success and join the conversation on revolutionizing leadership through embracing and learning from failures. Enjoy!
Our Top 4 Lessons from Coaching High-Level Leaders
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, Dr. Linda and Brian Schubring share their insights and wisdom from their coaching clients. They will share how to improve team dynamics, positivity, and passion in your organization. Their coaching approach emphasizes self-awareness, mindfulness, and positive perception to transform individuals and teams. Join the conversation to create a thriving organizational environment.
Unlocking the Power of Empathetic Listening for Effective Leadership
Empathetic listening is the catalyst for transformative leadership. On this episode of the Leadership Vision podcast, we explore its profound impact, from understanding emotions in conversations to conflict resolution and fostering innovation. Master empathetic listening to unlock trust, belonging, and motivation in your team. Enjoy!
The Role of Human Connection in Collaborative Success featuring Jeff Brown
On this episode of the podcast, we explore collaboration’s influence on success with insights from business coach Jeff Brown. His story highlights how collaboration fuels innovation, and overcomes change resistance. Small businesses thrive on human connection, differentiating collaboration from cooperation. You’ll iscover strategies for effective collaboration in evolving landscapes.
The Hidden Power of Small Steps in Leadership
In this podcast episode, we discuss the importance of taking small steps in leadership. Extraordinary leaders not only cast big visions but also break them down into achievable milestones for their teams. By doing so, they foster a sense of connection, motivate individuals, and ensure steady progress towards the ultimate goal. Enjoy
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