In this episode, Ulrike and her guest, Poorya Amini, delve into the complexities of managing a start-up's agility and how these insights can be applied to handling change and instability in your organization. Tune in to hear Ulrike and Poorya's full conversation and learn how to apply start-up agility principles to your corporate environment.

Key Insights:

Flexibility Over Rigidity:

• Keeping the initial idea in mind is important, but sticking to it at all costs won't yield the best results.
• Stay flexible and be willing to pivot to bring more promising ideas to life.

Embracing Trial and Error:

• Expect pushback on your proposals; it’s a normal part of developing or delivering the best product or work.
• Mentally prepare yourself and your team to understand that pushback is not a personal attack.

Redefining Success:

• In a volatile environment, demands change regularly. Thus, success should be redefined.
• Understand that success is the journey itself; learning from errors is a form of success.

Valuing Negative Feedback:

• Treat negative feedback as a valuable asset.
• Use the perspectives and experiences shared by others to grow yourself and improve your product.

Adaptive Communication:

• Tailor your communication to fit the personalities of your team members.
• Recognize who needs more background information or data to feel secure enough to embrace change.

Small Team Dynamics in Larger Organizations:

• Even if you lead a large team, focus on your direct reports as if they were a small team.
• Communicate openly, frequently, and authentically with them to leverage their multiplier effect.

Encouraging Open Dialogue:

• Admit when you are wrong and encourage your team to speak up and challenge your ideas.
• Value the input of critical minds to arrive at the best solutions together.

Permanent Exchange and Active Listening:

• Engage in constant exchange, listen carefully, and encourage others to voice their opinions.
• Even with limited time, this practice helps avoid unnecessary work and potential mistakes.

One of the most significant lessons for any leader from managing a start-up is to foster a culture of permanent exchange and active listening. By incorporating these principles, leaders can navigate and lead change more effectively within larger organizations.

Join us next time as we continue to explore strategies for effective leadership and personal growth. Remember, it's okay not to have all the answers. Embracing uncertainty is the first step towards authentic leadership.

Tune in next time for more insights on leadership and organizational dynamics. If you want to improve your own skills in leading change or communicating more effectively, check out Ulrike’s online live courses for individuals here.

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About Poorya Amini

Poorya obtained a master’s degree in veterinary medicine before pursuing a PhD in immunology, where his research focused on investigating pharmacological candidates in the pre-clinical stage. Following this, he pursued a Diploma of Advanced Studies in Clinical Trial Practice and Management. For over seven years, Poorya served as a trial project manager at a clinical research organization. During this time, he noticed significant issues with how clinical trial protocols were developed, prompting him to explore solutions. In 2019, Poorya founded Risklick, dedicating himself to creating the first AI-driven solution aimed at streamlining clinical trial protocol development.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/poorya-amini-028951106/ 

About Ulrike Seminati

Ulrike is a globally operating coach, trainer, and consultant who brings a wealth of experience as a former C-level executive to her expertise in authentic leadership and impactful communication. By blending the latest self-development methodologies with her extensive practical experience in leading across all levels of hierarchy, she enables leaders to establish trust and lead change through effective communication. Ulrike's clients benefit from her pragmatic and user-friendly tools that enable them to make lasting improvements.

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Website: https://ulrikeseminati.com 

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