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In this episode, host Thomas Bertels talks to Dennis Adsit, president of AdsumInsights, about employee development.
Dennis explains why leaders should prioritize developing their employees. He starts by emphasizing the significance of people development beyond the altruistic perspective. Leaders who focus on developing their teams not only leave a lasting legacy but also benefit from improved team productivity.
A key point in the conversation is the lack of a coherent mental model for people development among many leaders. Dennis stresses that having a framework or mental model helps leaders systematically approach development rather than relying on random or haphazard methods, and shares his mental model for people development, which consists of five crucial elements:
The episode concludes with a discussion on the "generosity gene," a concept tracing back to GE’sJack Welch. This meta-skill involves a genuine delight in the success of others and is critical for effective leadership. Leaders who possess this trait are more likely to foster a supportive and growth-oriented environment, ultimately leading to a more motivated and capable team.
Dennis' insights offer a comprehensive framework for leaders seeking to enhance their team's development and effectiveness. His practical advice on fostering intentionality, setting clear targets, creating learning environments, providing honest feedback, and designing challenging roles provides a valuable blueprint for leaders looking to make a lasting impact on their organizations.
For more information on Dennis' work, including executive coaching and organizational consulting, listeners can visit his website: www.adsuminsights.com
This blogpost provides a good overview of his framework for employee development:
https://www.adsuminsights.com/blog/answering-the-call-of-the-generosity-gene-helping-others-grow
His latest offering is a service for to help leaders get off to the best start possible in challenging new positions:
https://www.adsuminsights.com/first-hundred-days
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In this episode, host Thomas Bertels talks to Dennis Adsit, president of AdsumInsights, about employee development.
Dennis explains why leaders should prioritize developing their employees. He starts by emphasizing the significance of people development beyond the altruistic perspective. Leaders who focus on developing their teams not only leave a lasting legacy but also benefit from improved team productivity.
A key point in the conversation is the lack of a coherent mental model for people development among many leaders. Dennis stresses that having a framework or mental model helps leaders systematically approach development rather than relying on random or haphazard methods, and shares his mental model for people development, which consists of five crucial elements:
The episode concludes with a discussion on the "generosity gene," a concept tracing back to GE’sJack Welch. This meta-skill involves a genuine delight in the success of others and is critical for effective leadership. Leaders who possess this trait are more likely to foster a supportive and growth-oriented environment, ultimately leading to a more motivated and capable team.
Dennis' insights offer a comprehensive framework for leaders seeking to enhance their team's development and effectiveness. His practical advice on fostering intentionality, setting clear targets, creating learning environments, providing honest feedback, and designing challenging roles provides a valuable blueprint for leaders looking to make a lasting impact on their organizations.
For more information on Dennis' work, including executive coaching and organizational consulting, listeners can visit his website: www.adsuminsights.com
This blogpost provides a good overview of his framework for employee development:
https://www.adsuminsights.com/blog/answering-the-call-of-the-generosity-gene-helping-others-grow
His latest offering is a service for to help leaders get off to the best start possible in challenging new positions:
https://www.adsuminsights.com/first-hundred-days
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