What happens when seasoned leaders from different walks of life explore the evolving nature of leadership? In this special mashup episode of Leadership is Changing, host Dennis Gian invites you to hear from four inspiring voices — Nik Cree, Landi Jac, Mark Rees-Thomas, and Kate Erickson. They each bring fresh insights on how leadership is no longer about control or command but dialogue, collaboration, authenticity, and purpose. 

Tune in for stories that challenge traditional thinking, uplift the role of personal leadership growth, and reveal why change isn’t something to fear — it’s something to lead.

Nik Cree: Question Everything — Even Leadership

• The pandemic revealed how easily people follow authority without debate
• True leadership creates space for dialogue and diverse perspectives
• Mistakes are necessary for growth — silence kills innovation
• Leaders must invite conversations that encourage independent thinking
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Landi Jac: Leadership is a Living, Breathing Ecosystem

• Leadership can’t be defined by textbooks anymore — it’s deeply personal
• As leaders evolve, so do the people who follow them
• Think of leadership as a “beehive” — powered by constant pollination of ideas
• Collaboration isn’t just a buzzword — it’s the lifeblood of modern leadership
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Mark Rees-Thomas: Lead with Purpose or Why Bother?

• “Today has immense purpose” — this affirmation guides Mark’s work and life
• True leadership connects people to meaning, not just tasks
• Purpose turns mundane work into mission-driven engagement
• Leaders must help others climb the right wall, not just any wall
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Kate Erickson: No Masks Allowed — The Rise of Authentic Leadership

• Technology has amplified the need for authenticity and transparency
• Leadership isn't about the performance — it's about the person
• Real influence comes from consistency across platforms and in real life
• People are drawn to leaders who are genuinely themselves

Key Quotes:

“If you take away people's right to express a view, you're also taking away the other side’s

right to share theirs.” – Nik Cree

“Leadership is becoming a non-textbook field — it’s customized because we are changing.” – Landi Jac

“Today has an immense purpose.” – Mark Rees-Thomas

“The most powerful leaders are the same online, onstage, and in person.” – Kate Erickson

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