Summary:

Craig Beavers, COO of Axela Group and former fire and rescue battalion chief, joins Dr. Jim to discuss navigating organizational transformation. Reflecting on past leadership missteps, Craig highlights the importance of communication, employee buy-in, and strategic planning in change management. He emphasizes the need for robust training and creating a leadership presence to ensure successful initiatives. This episode offers valuable lessons on overcoming blind spots and building organizational playbooks to guide leaders through effective change processes. Tune in to gain insights from Craig’s extensive experience in public service and leadership.

Chapters:

0:00

Lessons in Leadership and Communication from Craig Beavers

3:51

Challenges in Fire Department Operational Overhaul

8:55

The Importance of Communication and Buy-In in Organizational Change

12:23

Improving Leadership Through Training and Development in Organizations

14:39

Leadership Lessons on Change Management and Organizational Success

Host Dr. Jim Kanichirayil: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Guest Craig Beavers: linkedin.com/in/craig-beavers-49b7129

Executive Producer Jim Kanichirayil: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Music Credit: "Lost in Dreams" by Kulakovka