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❓ What does it take to lead an organisation through change while keeping culture and performance strong? ❓ In the latest episode of Life Beyond the Numbers, Willing to Take Risks, I chat with Liz Jarman, CEO of Living Goods, as she prepares to step down at the end of 2024. Liz offers invaluable insights into succession planning and leadership transitions, sharing how she’s scaled operations sustainably and fostered a high-performing culture. 🌟 Key highlights: An upside-down org chart—a powerful symbol of servant leadership. Liz’s approach to creating psychological safety, encouraging staff to speak openly about challenges and using a RAPID framework to ensure decisions are clear and well-informed. Her reflections on taking risks for experience, the influence of her childhood and embracing a non-linear career path. And what will Liz's team miss the most when she leaves? She says her Monday Morning Memo that shows her human side. Liz’s leadership journey is filled with practical takeaways for anyone navigating a leadership transition, organisational change or striving to build a thriving culture. Tune in for a thoughtful and engaging conversation! 🎧 Listen now https://lnkd.in/epzUB3yb #WorkLife #Leadership #SuccessionPlanning #OrganisationalCulture #LeadershipTransitions #HighPerformingTeams #Podcast

What’s the secret to creating a workplace where people love to thrive? I had the privilege of diving into this question with John Stahl-Wert on this week's Encore radio show episode. With over 30 years of experience, John is a master of serving leadership, helping leaders empower their teams, tackle challenges, and achieve extraordinary results. 🎧 LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE: https://lnkd.in/dycMx-ra Highlights from our conversation: 1️⃣ Success starts with your people: John reminded us that performance, profitability, and even safety are people issues. When leaders invest in their teams’ growth and well-being, success naturally follows. 2️⃣ Empowerment = better results: Ever wondered why companies like the Ritz Carlton shine? John explained how treating employees with dignity and giving them the freedom to wow customers leads to incredible outcomes. 3️⃣ Tackling toxicity: Toxic employees can harm even the best cultures. John shared strategies for creating accountability and protecting your organisation’s values. We also explored his journey, the founding of the Center for Serving Leadership, and his inspiring work with World Serving Leaders, a mission to develop 50,000 leaders worldwide. This episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration for leaders at all levels. Take a listen! #Leadership #EmpoweringTeams #ServingLeadership #JohnStahlWert

Have you heard this informative episode from Zoe Routh titled “A Gen Z Leadership Perspective from Iman Kibukamusoke? Why This Episode Is a Must-Listen: 🔥Generational Perspectives: Understand Gen Z’s unique viewpoints, especially their views on individuality, psychological safety, and the right to articulate ‘no’ in the workplace. 🔥Leadership Styles: Iman discusses the effectiveness of empathetic and collaborative leadership styles, which contrast sharply with traditional hierarchical approaches. 🔥Diversity and Inclusion: The episode dives into how identity and diversity impact leadership dynamics, illustrated through Iman’s personal experiences with gendered communication and tokenism. 🔥Future of Leadership: Learn about the leadership qualities valued by younger generations, which include flexibility, inclusivity, and a strong ethical compass.

Do you want to boost team productivity, retention, and innovation while fostering an environment where your team feels comfortable being their authentic selves? Let’s talk about embracing vulnerability in leadership and how this openness can help you create stronger connections with your team and peers. In this episode, I dive into the critical role of vulnerability in demonstrating a strong executive presence and fostering genuine connections within your teams. I explore what it truly means to be vulnerable, ways you can embrace more openness in your leadership, and how giving yourself and your team permission to be vulnerable will lead to a stronger work environment. I dive into: ▶️ The power of vulnerability as a leadership skill ▶️ Vulnerability client stories: making mistakes & work/life balance ▶️ The harm of inauthentic vulnerability ▶️ Balancing vulnerability and authority as women in leadership ▶️ How vulnerability can help you avoid the cycle of stress and burnout ▶️ Reframing vulnerability as a strength: self-compassion & boundary setting ▶️ 2 actions to help you start building your authentic vulnerability TODAY Listen to the full episode here https://lnkd.in/esUShZx7

Don't miss this episode of The Top Floor Podcast in Charlotte with Jared Poniatowski, the founder and owner of New Age Marketing Inc. He talks about his company which was named Charlotte's top marketing company in 2022 🌟 and has grown to 25 locations with 60 employees over the last decade. 📈 Hear about Jared's successful journey and leadership insights that could help your career or business❗ 💡 Early mentor shapes Jared's career 2:48 💡 Using a system to provide employee feedback 10:45 💡 Scaling by Growing Leaders 14:50 💡 Finding the right talent 20:00 💡 Making a better version of yourself 36:10 💡 Advice for new owners & executives 42:10 💡 Finding work-life balance 48:55 The full episode 🎧 link is below! Give it a like and subscribe if you'd like more content like this :) #TheTopFloorPodcast #CEO #leadershipinsights #businesssuccesstips #continuousimprovement #founder

Transforming your life involves shifting from a disempowered "To Me" mindset, where one feels like a victim, to a "By Me" consciousness that embodies responsibility and ownership. This journey fosters a powerful sense of agency, enabling individuals to become the architects of their own destiny. This episode of ‘Head Heart & Boots’ is out on all platforms! Ep 147 - Intro To Conscious Leadership, With Jim Fallon

Mistakes happen to the best of us, but what sets us apart is how we overcome them. 🔑 In the latest episode of Infernal Communications, we take a deep dive into the world of CEO blunders and the valuable lessons they teach us. 💼💥 Join our incredible host Brian Tomlinson as we explore the good, the bad, and the downright ugly moments. 🎤 Gain exclusive insights from renowned International Crisis Manager, Renu Bakshi, on how to guide your CEO away from common pitfalls. 🌟 Expert Julian Treasure shares his top tips for presenting with unshakeable confidence. 🎙️ Make sure to tune in for expert advice on steering your CEO in the right direction and keeping your PR team running smoothly. 🚀 Full episode here: https://staffba.se/4btCLr6 #InfernalCommunication #Communication #Leadership