The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive
Embracing Perspective: How Leaders Can Innovate and Empathize for Better Decision Making
In the ever-evolving world of leadership, adaptability and embracing perspective stand as pivotal skills that distinguish good leaders from great ones. In this episode, we take a deep dive into the transformative power of perspective in leadership and decision-making. We reveal why a shift in outlook is not just beneficial, but critical for innovation and empathy in our decision-making processes, and discuss the necessity for leaders to evolve their perspectives in the face of complex challenges. Enjoy!
Building Positive Team Culture: Insights and Actions for the New Year
What do you wish for your team in the year ahead? In this episode, we reveal the secrets to cultivating a vibrant team and uncover strategies to foster a positive team culture. We share real-life insights and wisdom that we’ve learned from our clients, and a few strategies to encourage you to elevate your team in the new year. Enjoy!
Unlocking the Power of Your Unique Strengths
Think back to the moment when you first received your unique StrengthsFinder results. What was that experience like for you?
For me, I remember so vividly the moment I got my results back. I read the descriptions for the theme of ideation and felt like wow, for the first time, this, this thing, this tool, this assessment, has finally put words to what I had already known about myself for my entire life. It was extremely freeing and gave me permission to stop trying to be someone I wasn’t.
Whether you’ve recently taken StrengthsFinder assessment or are a little further along on your journey, this episode is a good reminder to never stop being curious about the things that make you, you. The language of Strengths is fantastic when it comes to communicating things about yourself that help you stand out. With a little bit of time and energy, you can get a better perspective on your top five themes of Strength and possibly see new ways in which you can approach your personal and professional life.
Unleashing Team Success: Exploring Team Health and Emotional Needs
What if I told you the key to a team’s success resides not just in skills and knowledge, but significantly, in team health? In this episode, we dive into our archives from way back in season one for a conversation about team health, something that never goes out of style.
Throughout our conversation, we take a deep look at the emotional needs within a team setting and the profound impact they can have on performance. Drawing from our collective experience, we share five crucial lessons we’ve gleaned over the years, designed to boost the overall health and effectiveness of your team.
If you are looking to enhance personal growth and uplift your team’s health, this episode is your roadmap to success. Enjoy!
Exploring Strengths: From Cognitive Development to Team Dynamics
In this episode, we go beyond the surface-level appreciation of Strengths, and delve into their developmental roots, dynamic nature, and vulnerability. As we pause from recording new episodes during the holiday season, we want to share the main six lessons from our course, Seeing Strengths from a New Perspective. It’s a fascinating way to think about your Strengths in a new or different way. We invite you to wrestle with these lessons over the holiday break and engage with your Strengths in a new way in the new year. Enjoy!
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
The Evolution of Clifton StrengthsFinder: Understanding and Appreciating Our Results Over Time
In this episode, we share insights on the evolution of Strengths over time. Our Themes of Strength remain consistent while our interpretation of them evolves, reflecting our personal growth and transformation. Understanding this concept requires a recognition of the significance of perspectives, self-awareness, adaptability, flexibility, and the ability to embrace growth, change, and relationships throughout our journey. We talk about these five things and give a reflection question for each one to ponder as you consider how you have come to understand and appreciate your Themes of Strength over time. Enjoy!
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