Welcome back, TheraSwifties! In this episode, Dr. Mariah Yates, PhD, MBA discusses her new book Swift Leadership: A Taylor-made Approach to Influence and Decision Making, which teaches leadership theories through the lens of Taylor Swift’s career. We explore the value of authenticity in leaders, the gender bias of pop culture, and why it’s important for academics to find new ways to deliver material to their students. Enjoy!

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Episode chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Dr. Mariah Yates and Her Work

02:59 Becoming a Swiftie: Personal Connections to Taylor Swift

06:09 The Cultural Impact of Taylor Swift's Music During the Pandemic

09:03 Experiencing the Eras Tour: A Collective Celebration

12:02 The Intersection of Leadership and Popular Culture

15:02 Teaching Leadership Through the Lens of Taylor Swift

17:57 The Broader Implications of Taylor Swift's Influence

21:00 The Future of Education and Pop Culture in Academia

24:35 Communicating Complex Ideas Effectively

27:02 The Gender Bias in Pop Culture

29:50 Defining Leadership Beyond Titles

32:40 Authenticity as a Leadership Trait

35:06 Taylor Swift's Unique Leadership Style

38:52 Setting Boundaries in the Digital Age

45:59 Surprising Insights from Researching Taylor Swift

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