Just remember, you asked for it!
Moments of uncertainty, complexity and ambiguity are the uncomfortable leadership moments, and what you signed up for.
The discomfort of not knowing, and learning how to be comfortable with the discomfort of the role.
These are the times when leadership is most needed, your leadership, and in fact.
Our first guest on the ‘In the Arena’ Podcast is Michael Voss, three-time AFL Premiership Captain of the Brisbane Lions and the Senior Coach of the historic Carlton Football Club.
As a member of the Australian Football Hall of Fame, Michael Voss would feature near the top of most football pundits’ ‘greatest ever’ lists, elevated not only for his sublime talent but also for his capacity to exert his will on the game and the teams he led.
One thing that separates the most impressive and influential leaders is their willingness to embrace reflective learning and generously share their lessons and insights.
This makes Michael Voss a great football coach, leader, and super podcast guest, hence our decision to lead off the first episode of ‘In the Arena’.
The conversation also benefits from our personal relationship. A couple of years ago, Michael sought support in his role, and I have been his coach, focusing on leadership, the mechanics and dynamics of a layered and complex role, all playing out in the public eye as coach of one of the biggest clubs in the country.
There are many layers to this conversation. Yes, the insights are invaluable, but you will also sense the principles he leads, be it his generosity, humility, and a sense of purpose, while acknowledging his role’s impact on the players he coaches and the club he leads.
He genuinely embraces his old coach Leigh Matthews’ mantra of:
- Know your role
- Accept your role
- Play your role
He will have you reaching for a pen and paper, jotting down the ideas and thoughts of a leader and teacher who has ‘done the work’, and challenging you to do likewise.
Episode #001 is a leadership masterclass, and we are so grateful to have the opportunity to share it with you.
You’re going to love this.
Play On!
Cam
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Episode #001 of 'In the Arena' with Cameron Schwab podcast will be available across leading streaming platforms this Wednesday, 17 July 2024. Follow the journey by subscribing via your chosen platform or at https://www.design.ceo/
