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Engineering Success Through Vulnerability: Exploring Fear and Leadership with Ron Macklin

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What’s the secret to creating a high performance team? 


On today’s podcast we have Ron Macklin who is an author and leadership expert and has spent over 20 years studying and implementing effective team-building strategies. He is the creator of the Macklin Connection Method and the founder of Macklin Connection, a company that helps organisations build strong and successful teams. Ron has a degree in engineering and has led teams that set world records and won numerous awards for customer satisfaction. His new book, “Everyone is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flourishing,” explores the power of vulnerability and connection in building successful teams.


Takeaways
  1. Vulnerability is essential for building high-performing teams.
  2. Open communication and trust are key components of successful teams.
  3. Fear can hinder team performance, but vulnerability can overcome it.
  4. Leaders should create a culture of vulnerability and allow others to contribute.
  5. Everyone is afraid, and leaders have a role in inspiring vulnerability.


    6. Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Background

    05:23

    Passion for Helping Teams Succeed

    08:15

    Creating High-Performing Teams

    09:15

    Building Trust and Open Communication

    11:33

    The Power of Vulnerability

    15:04

    Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability

    18:14

    The Fear of Losing and Holding On

    20:02

    The Impact of Fear on Team Performance

    22:50

    Becoming a Leader Who Inspires Vulnerability

    26:28

    Creating a Culture of Vulnerability

    27:44

    Empathy and Connection

    32:11

    Practical Steps to Foster Vulnerability

    35:23

    The Seven-Step Methodology

    40:38

    The Importance of Knowing Your Stand

    43:52

    The Seven Steps to Building Connection

    46:53

    Allowing Others to Contribute

    47:46

    Everyone is Afraid

    48:45

    Closing Remarks and Contact Information


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      ABOUT THE GUEST


      LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronmacklin


      Website: https://www.macklinconnection.com


      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ron.macklin

       

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