Leadership Is Changing

In today's mashup episode, Denis brings back his conversations with Bengu Altinordu and Mark Trafford. Tune in to get a glimpse of the revolutionary transformation of Turkey through the modernization of civil and political equity for minorities and women and to get some valuable advice for those learning how to lead.

In this episode:

• Bengu's favorite leaders and their leadership qualities
• Lessons Learned in Corporate Leadership

Main takeaways:

• Accountability is critical to leadership success
• It is never too small to make a change or impact
• Leadership is about belief in the person you are following
• Leaders need to lead by example and drive their business
• Decisions need to be made and discussed

Quotes:

"It's easy to get drowned in office politics or criticism, but the best way is to stay positive, focus on the good things that could initiate a change, and show positive results and a positive environment with your actions. - Bengu Altinordu

"You are never too small to make a change, and you are never too small to make an impact." - Bengu Altinordu

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Learn to brave any storm in today's episode as Denis welcomes Josh Fuller. After facing several unexpected obstacles, Josh persevered through tough times and eventually turned his business, Matic Digital, into a successful digital strategy and talent growth agency. Josh discusses the importance of resilience, humor, trusting your gut, and discovering and shaping talent. He shares how he regained confidence, excitement, and hope that he could find a way out by mapping out his problems on a whiteboard and tackling them individually. Josh explains why empathy, approachability, and humility are more important now than ever before when it comes to being an effective leader. Tune in to hear Josh's inspiring story and get valuable insights on what it takes to be a successful leader.

In this episode:

• Josh Fuller's story of resilience, pivoting, and humor
• Phil Knight: From Subcontractor to Global Leader and Celebrating Everyday Athletes
• How has leadership changed, and what makes a leader successful

Main takeaways:

• Through any storm, there is a way out
• Leaders need to be able to leverage technology quickly and harness it into the human pattern
• The positive impact of technology and automation
• Employees expect empathy, face time, approachability, and humility from their leaders

Quotes:

"Through any storm, there's a way out." - Josh Fuller

"If you can get it out of your head and get it onto paper, then you can see it. But also you do not have to carry it around with you in your head all the time, which is important." - Josh Fuller

Connect with Josh!

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

Website: www.maticdigital.com 

Connect with Denis: 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Are you looking to become an effective leader and build a successful team? Denis discusses the seven essential principles of becoming an accountable leader in this episode. He talks about the importance of setting clear expectations, leading by example, encouraging open communication, taking ownership of mistakes, holding the team accountable, providing support and resources, and learning from failure. Denis delivers actionable advice on implementing these essential principles to create a culture of accountability within your team, leading to tremendous success. Tune in now for practical tips on developing your leadership skills and creating a winning team!

In this episode:

• Setting clear expectations
• Leading by example
• Encouraging open communication
• Taking ownership of mistakes
• Holding your team accountable
• Providing support and resource
• Learning from failure

Main takeaways:

• Becoming an accountable leader is essential for creating a successful team
• Learning from failures improves processes and achieves better outcomes
• Providing support and resources will set your team up for success
• Taking ownership of mistakes builds trust and credibility

Quotes:

"Leadership is not just about telling others what to do. It's actually about taking responsibility for the team's success and building a culture of accountability." - Denis Gianoutsos

"If you are running team meetings and you are the only one talking and nobody else is contributing, you've gotta go and look in the mirror and ask the question why." - Denis Gianoutsos

Connect with Denis: 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Leadership is an individual's ability to provide for their family without relying on the success of an organization.

Denis shares his past episodes with Patrick Snow and Barbara Gustavson in this mashup. Tune in to learn the value of hard work and the values of a great leader.

In this episode:

• From Left-Handed Underdog to Self-Leadership: The Story of Patrick's Journey to Success
• Discovering the Power of Brain Health 

Main takeaways:

• Leadership is more than a title; it is about providing for your family without relying on an organization
• Education is a significant investment, but learning how to fish for yourself is essential

Quotes:

"I'm a huge fan of self-leadership, but I've not been one that's worked for the big Fortune 500 company and had an organizational development chart where I had 200 people report to me. I've always been the guy that's like, you know what? I can do it better than these guys" - Partick Snow

"Family is the most important thing in the world, and you need to fight like hell always and forever to protect your family emotionally, financially, in every way that you can." - Partick Snow

"If our brain is healthy and working right, we will likely succeed. And if it's not working as well, it impacts our decisions, our focus, our relationship, judgment, and character." - Barbara Gustavson

Connect with Denis: 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Denis interviews Jim Massey, a leading global trust, sustainability, and ethics practitioner. Jim has worked on the front lines of business change and has developed groundbreaking programs such as Ambition Zero Carbon, which have positively impacted the world. He is also the author of Trust in Action, which looks at the role of trust in tackling society's biggest challenges and how leaders can cultivate it. In their conversation, Jim shares his unique perspective on human behavior and interacting with people. He discusses tips on how to help people through change, such as inspiring them to understand their power to change, taking action over inaction, and learning to embrace moments of uncertainty. Please tune in for an engaging conversation about leadership in today's fast-paced environment and how it manifests differently.

In this episode:

• Jim Massey's ABC Rule and How to Adapt and Evolve for a Better Life
• How Jim Used Martin Luther King Jr.'s Quote to Move Forward During Change
• What Makes a Leader Successful in a Fast-Paced, Ever-Changing World?
• Moving from Employee Engagement to Activation

Main takeaways:

• The importance of embracing change
• Trust yourself and be prepared for what is next
• The importance of having a network around you for honest discussion and unconditional love
• Action beats inaction every time
• Leaders are expected to influence those around them positively
• Leaders should have clarity of the direction they want to go in
• Employees are demanding authenticity, and leaders must walk the talk

Quotes:

"If you can't fly, run. If you can't run, walk. If you can't walk, crawl. Always move forward. Action beats inaction every time." - Jim Massey

"My favorite leader is the one who I haven't heard about today, but I will tomorrow because they took action and did something." - Jim Massey

"Employees are no longer sitting back and waiting for things to happen. They're no longer waiting for leadership to anoint. And I think the new expectation is we're hearing words like empathy, trust, balance, and wellbeing." - Jim Massey

Connect with Jim!

Website: www.JimMassey.co

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

Connect with Denis! 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Are you a leader navigating the ever-changing business landscape? In this episode of Ask Denis, Denis shares his top seven strategies for executive leaders to navigate change and uncertainty. He dives into critical topics such as embracing a growth mindset, fostering a culture of resilience, developing robust communication strategies, prioritizing innovation and experimentation, building strong networks, and maintaining focus on long-term goals. Find out why seeking outside expertise is important and learn how to implement these strategies in your organization. Plus, get tips on how to build your team's problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability skills. Tune in now to equip yourself with the necessary tools to handle change and uncertainty in your organization.

In this episode:

1. Embrace a growth mindset
2. Foster a culture of resilience
3. Develop a strong communication strategy
4. Prioritization around innovation or experimentation
5. Build a strong network
6. Maintain focus on long-term goals
7. Seek outside expertise

Main takeaways: 

• Provide training and development opportunities to build problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability skills
• Build a strong network with peers, mentors, and industry leaders
• Provide training and development opportunities to build problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability skills

Quotes:

"We are living in a fast-paced, ever-changing business landscape world, and executive leaders face a constant challenge of navigating change and ambiguity or uncertainty." - Denis Gianoutsos

"Nothing is more important than everybody being on the same page. Leaders can also encourage two-way communication by creating opportunities for the employees to share the feedback and ideas and make sure it is two way." - Denis Gianoutsos

"When going through and navigating through change and uncertainty, it's okay to ask for help." - Denis Gianoutsos

Connect with Denis! 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/

Do you want a life that's unlike anybody else and that's exceptionally amazing? If so, then this episode is for you. In this episode, we speak with Scott Royal Smith, a real estate investor, and asset protection attorney who is also the founder and CEO of Royal Legal Solutions. Scott has had an incredibly diverse career, having graduated from law school and running his auto mechanic shop to pay his way through school. In this conversation, Scott shares his experiences with leadership and how he stumbled into it while running a car repair business. He advises on the importance of being present, understanding what you want in life or business, and committing to yourself. They discuss the value of looking to ancient wisdom and practices for guidance during times of change and how leaders need to be courageously present to stand out. This episode is an inspiring reminder for leaders to take time for themselves to succeed in today's fast-paced world.

In this episode:

• Scott Royal Smith's background and career
•  How to feel fulfilled now and reach your goals
• Unlocking the power of leadership with Jesus as a guide

Main takeaways:

• Why people have a lack of fulfillment and how to become a true leader
• People often rate their fulfillment level at 6/10, even if they are successful
• To increase energy levels and make tasks effortless, focus on how to feel right now
• Adopt practices to become the most excellent version of yourself and life will naturally flow to you
•  Leadership is a reflection of living inside the greatest version of yourself
• Leaders must have the courage to do something radically different and uncomfortable to stand out as influential leaders

Quotes:

"If you want a life that's unlike anybody else, and that's exceptionally amazing, you must look to the places that the other people aren't looking at." - Scott Royal Smith

"Finding what you are as a true leader is a very organic process." - Scott Royal Smith

"Right now is the time to make the change. If you want to be in the top levels of leadership and you want to be one of the true standout people, I highly encourage you to have the courage that it takes to do something radically different, radically uncomfortable and step into your power as a person." - Scott Royal Smith

Connect with Scott:

Email: [email protected] 

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Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

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In this mashup, Denis brings back some clips from his conversations with Njeru Nthigah and Colin Kennedy. Please tune in to learn how determination created an inspiring life and how to empower others to grow in their leadership.

In this episode:

• Njeru's journey of leadership and Mentorship
• Colin's transition from journalism to leadership

Main takeaways:

• Successful people get out of their comfort zones, are not afraid to take risks, and pursues and do everything they can to reach their goals
• The importance of taking opportunities

Quotes:

"My aunt taught me the basics of making my bed, learning how to cook, the survival things that have kept me in the world. My mother taught me to adventure."

Connect with Denis: 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

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Denis discusses the five essential strategies that can help ensure you end the quarter on a solid note. He addresses how to review progress, communicate with your team, prioritize tasks, motivate and inspire them, and plan for the next quarter to stay ahead of the competition. If you're looking for ways to help your team reach their targets and achieve their objectives in the last month of the quarter - this is an episode to be noticed! 

In this episode:

• Review your team's progress toward its goals
• Be transparent about where your team stands 
• Prioritizing your tasks
• Why is it critical to motivate your team
• Plan for the next quarter

Main takeaways:

• Identify any gaps or weaknesses in the team's performance
• Understand what roadblocks may need to be removed
• Set clear expectations and objectives for the last month of the quarter
• Monitor progress and adjust strategies as needed
• Celebrate small wins, provide positive feedback, and encourage commitment

Quotes:

"As a leader, you have a lot of responsibilities, but one of the most important ones is ensuring that your team hits its targets and meets its objectives in the last month of the quarter. It's essential to focus on the activities that can help you achieve this goal." - Denis Gianoutsos

"It's essential to keep the team engaged and energized. That is a keyword: the energy and the actual team engagement. And also being energized even as pressure builds to hit your targets." - Denis Gianoutsos

"The last month of the quarter is a critical time for all leaders by reviewing the progress, communicating with your team, prioritizing the task, motivating, inspiring your team, and planning for the next. You can help your team hit its targets and achieve its objectives." - Denis Gianoutsos

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Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

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In today's Mashup episode, we hear again from Greg Rice and Joana Makris their perspectives when it comes to leadership. Tune in for this engaging conversation about communication and connections in achieving success!

In today's episode:

• Exploring the art of communication: learning to connect across cultures and transform lives
• Abraham Lincoln: a leader of compassion, humor, and perseverance
• A new approach to leadership: looking inside to unify the person behind the leader

Main takeaways:

• The importance of connections and communication
• Leadership involves motivating and helping people solve problems
• Focusing on the person behind the leader, looking inside for solutions

Quotes:

"You can have a better mousetrap, but you need the connections too." - Greg Rice

"Leadership is about the same human being, and this is where the focus goes. The solution is to look inside." - Joanna Makris

Connect with Denis: 

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/

Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/

Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/