The Leadership Vision Blog & Podcast Archive
Unlocking the Secrets of Exceptional Leadership and Employee Engagement with Tom Willis
Are you leading your team to its fullest potential or unknowingly holding it back? In this episode, we discuss the ‘secrets’ to fostering a thriving work culture with executive coach Tom Willis and discuss his book, “The Great Engagement,” and leadership’s transformative role in employee engagement. Together, we examine how leaders are the source of workplace disengagement and its remedy, emphasizing the shift from blame to self-awareness and proactive change. Our conversation unveils how anyone—from CEOs to janitors—can find profound meaning in their work by aligning personal purpose with organizational missions.
Leading with Cultural Sensitivity: Insights from Elizabeth Hoemeke on Managing Diverse Teams
Leading a culturally diverse team requires more than just management skills—it’s an art form that hinges on cultural sensitivity and inclusivity. In this episode, we dive into the intricacies of leading such a team in the global business arena with our guest, Elizabeth Hoemeke, CIO of One Inc. Elizabeth shares her valuable insights and experiences in navigating the complexities of cultural diversity within her team, from fostering effective communication to understanding the unique backgrounds of each team member. Through our conversation, we offer a look at how Elizabeth manages her unique team and emphasize the importance of adaptability, empathy and clear expectations in leadership. Enjoy!
Celebrating Workplace Friendships and Mentorship in Leadership
Have you ever encountered a friendship or mentorship that felt more like family? A connection so profound that it reshaped your perspective on work, life, and leadership? We dive into the heart of such a relationship and the remarkable synergy it brought to the forefront of leadership and mentoring.
Dr. Linda Schubring interviews her dear friend, Carlos Fernandez, in this podcast episode. It’s a story of connection, mentorship, and the unexpected ways we find family in our lives and careers. Linda and Carlos share a bond that transcends the typical definition of friendship. Meeting over two decades ago in a university setting, their paths crossed in a way neither could have predicted. It led to a deep familial bond that influenced their approach to leadership, mentorship, and life.
Throughout the conversation, we cover the concept of finding a “work best friend,” the impact of a nurturing leadership style, and the power of recognizing and fostering potential in others. Linda and Carlos’ story is a testament to the transformative effect of meaningful connections and their role in our personal and professional growth.
Harmonizing Team Culture and Leadership in a Hybrid Work Era: The Power of Purpose and Expectations
Can daily habits and clear expectations supercharge your team’s culture, even in a hybrid work world? In this episode, we journey through the significant yet often-overlooked elements that are key to nurturing a thriving team environment. Together with Dr. Linda Schubring, we examine the influence of purpose-filled gatherings and the powerful impact of intentional leadership choices on team dynamics. Discover the secret to creating spaces that not only encourage connection but also spark creativity and foster a shared sense of purpose. We also delve into our own transformative moments, inviting you to reflect on the experiences that have profoundly shaped your leadership journey. Enjoy!
Visualizing Strengths: A Journey Through AI-Generated Landscapes of Human Motivation
In this episode, we embark on an imaginative exploration as we merge Strengths with the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI).
We picked five different Strengths and created AI images for each of them. What’s fun about this activity is that there’s no right or wrong answer. We had a lot of fun playing with this new technology, but even better, we found it helpful to explain Strengths through our eyes.
Our conversation springs from that moment of ingenuity, taking a deep dive into the world of Strengths visualization, where we translate the essence of unique qualities into AI-generated images. We hope this conversation enhances your understanding of your Strengths and the Strengths of others. 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!
Unlocking Personal and Professional Growth through Strengths Awareness
It’s the holiday season here in the United States and this time of year people often reflect and think about how they can do things differently in the new year ahead. Maybe they want to rethink elements of their job, personal life, habits or the way that they do things.
In this episode, we delve into the world of understanding and leveraging personal and team Strengths. We share excerpts from our course called Seeing Strengths from a New Perspective and highlight the first three lessons. It’s a fascinating way to think about your Strengths in a new or different way, or perhaps even consider things you’ve never considered before.
At Leadership Vision, we believe understanding our Strengths can help us navigate personal and professional growth more effectively. We encourage you to engage with these ideas over the holiday break and into the new year. Enjoy!
5 Methods that Promote Team Trust
In today’s hyper-connected world, where the line between personal and professional lives often blurs, fostering trust within teams is more crucial than ever. In this episode, we delve deep into the journey of building team trust and its profound impact on team productivity, engagement, and innovation. We explore five key behaviors that lay a solid foundation of trust within teams, share glimpses from our own experiences, and offer guidance on nurturing a positive team culture where everyone feels safe, engaged, productive, and inspired to innovate. Enjoy!
Five Principles that Propel Leaders Forward
Leadership growth is a journey. In this episode, we discuss five principles to help propel leaders forward and unravel why leaders must keep persevering, the benefits of lateral career moves, and how intuition and emotion could be your best compass. We also share practical resources, reflection questions, and individual and team challenges to help you get started. By adopting these unconventional approaches, leaders can not only enhance their skills but also foster an environment that nurtures leadership growth. Enjoy!
Exploring the Unconventional Power of Gratitude: Joy, Sorrow & Thanksgiving
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Leadership Vision! In this episode, we’re flipping the script and delving into how embracing all human experiences – the ecstasy and the agony – leads to a life of heightened compassion and understanding. We illuminate the paradoxical concept that our most challenging experiences, when seasoned with a pinch of gratitude, can shape us positively. Moreover, we explore how acknowledging our own trials can arm us better to comfort others in their times of need. Join us on this journey and discover a fresh, stimulating perspective on gratitude just in time for Thanksgiving. Enjoy!
Revolutionizing Team Culture: Unpacking the KICK Model
Are you ready to revolutionize your team culture? In this episode, we shed light on our groundbreaking leadership model, KICK. This model is a game-changer for CEOs, team leaders, and anyone eager to keenly comprehend the dynamics of a vibrant team environment. The heart of our discussion centers around fostering genuine connections with your team members and creating a personal and emotional bond crucial for trust-building.
Join us for this lively discussion, as we touch on how to keep your team engaged, invigorated, and encouraged, and how to maintain their loyalty to the organization long after their tenure. Enjoy!
Building a Strong Team Culture: The 4C Model of Team Health
In today’s fast-paced, increasingly interconnected world, effective teamwork and strong leadership are more crucial than ever. Building a robust team culture is no easy task, but it is fundamental to the success of any organization. In this episode, we delve into the unique 4C model of team culture—collaboration, communication, conflict, and change. We also provide valuable insights into the dynamics of teamwork and the crucial role of leadership in fostering a productive and positive team environment. Enjoy!
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