In episode 6, I lecture on chapter 5 of the 9th edition of Peter G. Northouse's "Leadership: Theory and Practice." During the segment, I provide an overview of Hersey and Blanchard's Situational Leadership Model, discuss details about the connection between a leader's style and the follower's developmental level, and why it's essential that leaders engage in conversations with their team members.

In the Living Leadership Interview segment, I discuss leadership philosophy and principles with Lee Hoos, the CEO of Queens Park Rangers Football Club from Shepherd's Bush in West London. Lee provides great advice for students about how to separate themselves from the pack, and highlights why we have to be a little bit adventurous to be successful. 

He describes leadership as being "lots of different things" and that there are many ways for leaders to accomplish goals. But he asserts that great leaders focus on inclusivity, empowering their employees, and creating a culture where followers have the freedom to take risks. He says that every situation is unique and leaders must focus first on developing trust before asking team members to engage in the difficult day-to-day tasks. And I love how Lee describes why successful teams debate and disagree when making decisions, but that when choices are made they all "row in the same direction."

Let me know your reactions to my chat with Lee. Reach out on Twitter or LinkedIn and let's keep the conversation going.