Leadership Is Changing

Now that COVID-19 restrictions have become less disruptive as time passes by, events are taking place again. How do we, as leaders, take advantage of these opportunities to bring more value to our work?  Denis says that if you don't have a clear intent or intention for attending a conference, then it's not worth your time and money. How do we become prepared to put in the time and investment to get the best out of it? Tune in!

In this episode:

• I share 3 ways to get the most out of conferences to maximize your investment and time for more value.
• Take the opportunity to expand your network and leave the event with more knowledge through note-taking.

Key Takeaways:

• You need to be clear about what you want
• Know how you will show up at the event - an attendee or a leader
• Find out who is attending the event and reach out to them beforehand
• Take notes so you can review them later and learn from them

Tweetable Quote:

“I encourage you to take those notes… Sometimes, when we write down those, just this one word, one statement, one quote, one story, one experience… Something that somebody shares in that room could be life-changing for you, your team, and your organization.” - Denis Gianoutsos

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Reaching out to successful people and admirable leaders is more feasible now than ever before. Our guests for this mashup, Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez and Julian Hayes II, highlight this fact and encourages us to take advantage of this opportunity to learn from them. Tune in as they share their insights on what leaders should watch out for in order to avoid mismanagement and failure.

In this episode:

• Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez shares what he learned from one of the world's experts in executive coaching and a successful CEO.
• Successful people are now reachable. Take the opportunity to reach out to them, appreciate their work, and ask for advice.
• Julian Hayes II talks about the leadership of JFK and the importance of talking to people to learn from them.
• Our health is like the head of the octopus, and everything else is the tentacles - without our health, every other aspect of life will not function properly.

Key Takeaways:

• Be around successful people and ask for advice politely
• People want to have their leaders’ support
• Company structure and culture need to be more agile
• Health has a big effect on our lives - take care of your body

Tweetable Quotes:

“I'm afraid that leaders are not prepared… Imagine if you invest 1 billion in projects every year, then 700 million are just wasted by senior executives because they don't know their role. They don't know how to prioritize, and they have not adapted the structure of their organization, that culture to be more agile. They don't know how to sponsor projects. So I think it's just a very, very different type of leaders that we need to succeed in what I call the project economy, which is [where] most of the work is carried out through projects now, and it's a different game, and you need to really change the type of leadership.” - Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez

“If you think about this, our health is like the head of the octopus, and then these other different facets of life are those tentacles. But that head is the middle of the essential thing… [If] it’s not functioning properly, those other facets of life are not going to function properly. ” - Julian Hayes II

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Leaders must embody the virtues of authenticity and sensitivity in order to be successful in leading today’s generation. This episode features Dr. Judy Lubin and Kenneth Harbaugh as Denis asks the important question of what it means to be a noteworthy leader. Listen as they discuss the impact their favorite leaders left on the world and how we, as leaders in our organizations, can learn from their performance. Tune in!

In this episode:

• Dr. Judy Lubin shares how her favorite leaders possess the powerful skill of touching a broad audience.
• Building an equitable organization means allowing for opportunities for advancement and inclusivity.
• Kenneth Harbaugh discusses how President Volodymyr Zelenskyy direct the country as a true leader.
• Not being aware of the current employment marketplace can hurt organizations. Without being sensitive to it, companies cannot get the most out of their employees.

Key Takeaways:

• Authenticity comes with showing our different sides
• Keeping up with the energy and sustaining it requires self-care
• Leaders can change people's feelings and understanding
• Work-life balance is highly regarded in today’s generation

Tweetable Quotes:

“If leadership is not in the room, and leadership is not part of the change process, not just talking about it, but really being present, and verbalizing and vocalizing why it is important for themselves personally, as well as for the organization that they are trying to change… All of that work really gets thrown out the window.” - Dr. Judy Lubin

“Work-life balance has become a real priority for my daughter's generation… If you're not sensitive to that, I don't think you're going to get the most out of your employees. It's not just a clock-punching generation, they want meaning in the work. They want meaning out of their non-work hours. And I think good leaders recognize that and can foster it.” - Kenneth Harbaugh

Reach out to 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:

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Greatness is born when planning, execution, and improvement happen. In this episode, Denis discusses the familiar feeling of being on a plateau and the frustration of not having your plans work out for you. As long as leaders keep going and stay focused, the moment of breaking through and reaching the peak can happen. Listen in for more practical advice on inviting more breakthroughs.

In this episode:

• I tackle the frustration of not having your goals work out for you and how to invite breakthroughs.
• It is amazing to witness when people peak and show how good they are at what they do. 

Key Takeaways:

• Stay focused and keep working at it to invite a breakthrough
• Consider pushing yourself a little further
• Have confidence while allowing for room for growth
• Work with a coach to reveal your opportunities for a breakthrough

Tweetable Quote:

"This is where greatness is born. This is where leaders are born. This is where you see high performance born… It comes down to the fact that when people have a plan, and they execute it, and they keep working at it, they keep debriefing, they keep reflecting, they learn from mistakes, they get better each time, that's when you see them have a breakthrough, that's when you start to see them pop and actually become better at what they're doing.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

Reach out to 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:

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Staying authentic and making an impact are the key attributes of a successful leader in today’s world. In today’s episode, Mario Bekes and Heather Osgood share their favorite leaders and why they admire them. Leadership is changing, and we need to think differently in order to succeed in this new world. There are those who may not be as comfortable with how things are changing, those who are adaptable and have a good sense of communication, and finally, there is a new group of leaders who are setting the narrative and willing to step up and become leaders themselves. Who will you be? Tune in!

In this episode:

• Mario Bekes discusses why Sun Tzu and Niccolò Machiavelli are his favorite leaders and their influence on history.
• Leadership is different when you are sitting behind a desk and are protected by obstacles. Leaders must understand their local market in order to make strategic decisions.
• Heather Osgood shares why she admires the leadership of Sara Blakely, the CEO of Spanx, and how she is an authentic leader who is always looking to learn and grow.
• The way leadership is changing has led to a more fragmented world, which makes it easier for smaller businesses to compete with larger corporations. 

Key Takeaways:

• The information you share may impact generations to come
• The flow of information will change leadership - it is inevitable
• A display of leadership is using one's time wisely to deliver on goals
• The desire to give back to people is admirable as a leader
• Dream a bigger dream and do not feel small and limited
• Leaders have different reactions to the changing environment

Tweetable Quotes:

“Last two years, I saw how COVID-19 amplified people’s behaviors in a good or bad way. Leadership is different when you’re sitting behind a desk, being protected by the many obstacles… Leaders do the decision-making for everybody in the corporation… That’s a display of leadership.” - Mario Bekes

“We have become so fragmented… The way we approach things is so much different… There is so much more opportunity now.” - Heather Osgood

Reach out to 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/

What tools do we have as leaders to help us go through the changing times more successfully? This mashup features Hermann Simon and Peter Hopwood. Hermann discusses the qualities that make world-class leaders unique and highlights the importance of focus and singlemindedness in leading successful businesses and how these qualities can be applied to personal life as well. Peter stresses how leaders should be using storytelling to get their messages across. He also mentions that storytelling happens all the time and is an important tool for leaders that should not be overlooked. Tune in!

In this episode:

• Hermann Simon talks about his three favorite leaders and how they left a strong impression on him.
• Leadership is changing, but the fundamentals remain the same. Hermann shares some principles from his book, Many Worlds, One Life.
• Peter Hopwood discusses the importance of storytelling and understanding moments of emotion.
• Stories are viral and easy to pass on. It can function as a way to build a brand, build credibility, and establish a connection.

Key Takeaways:

• Leaders are characterized by the unity of person and purpose
• The concrete values and tools are adjusting, and leaders must take advantage
• Storytelling is a combination of moments of emotion with lessons
• The more we share stories, the more will be shared with us

Tweetable Quotes:

“As a leader, you cannot do it alone. An artist, the painter, an author can be world-famous on his or her own, not a leader or entrepreneur.” - Hermann Simon

“Stories are moments of emotion with a lesson that can help us all… It could do many things. It could build a brand, it could build credibility, and it also really helps the connection.” - Peter Hopwood

Reach out to 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/

What does it take to keep working at success and staying on top of your game? In this episode, Denis discusses how often people lose their success because they forget about what has helped them get there in the past. He reminds listeners of the importance of focus, discipline, and consistency and how success is earned, not owned. Listen in for more practice advice to help you stay on top of your game and achieve your goals.

In this episode:

• I discuss further the meaning and essence of the quote, “Success is not owned, it's leased, and rent is due every day.”
• I break down the seven ways to stay consistent and achieve success.

Key Takeaways:

• To stay at the top, learn from your mistakes, and celebrate your success
• Reflect on how you became successful in learning from your lessons
• Consistency is always key in whatever you do
• Taking massive action is important - be wary of being too complacent
• Success isn't owned; you have to earn it
• Consider having a coach to help set yourself up for success

Tweetable Quote:

"If you commit to doing something that you’re wanting to do, then make sure that you do it, and you continue to do it.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

Reach out to 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/

We’re revisiting episodes 303 and 305 with Ruben Gonzalez and John C. Morley. Denis asks our guests who their favorite leader is and what the one question is that they would ask over coffee. We tackle the downsides of how today’s leaders are too concerned about being ‘liked’ that they avoid hard conversations and the importance of never giving up after a setback. Tune in! 

In this episode:

• Ruben shares why Nelson Mandela, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Mahatma Gandhi are his favorite leaders and what is one question he would ask them.  
• How today’s society has become so afraid of truth and toughness that people have begun walking on eggshells about everything. 
• John shares why immersion is the key to implementing lessons to change your life.
• Why you need to think outside the box in order to make things happen.

Key Takeaways:

• Have the courage to not only get started but also to not quit. 
• We need to work with people to get the best out of them – That includes having hard conversations.  
• Be proactive, rather than reactive.
• Change your mind, change your life.
• Don’t wait for opportunities to come, make them happen. 

Tweetable Quote:

“The coach's job is to teach, correct, and lead the way. And the athlete’s job is to work their tail off and do whatever the coach says. If they both do their job, they have a greater chance of the team winning. That’s business.” – Ruben Gonzalez

Reach out to 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/

Let’s go back to the special 300th episode featuring Mike Handcock and Landi Jac. Denis asks questions about self-discipline in today’s world with lockdowns and work-from-home systems. We tackle the conditions needed for a successful organization and the importance of checking in with yourself to ensure that time is well-spent. Tune in!

In this episode:

• Mike Handcock and Landi Jac share how COVID-19 affected their lifestyle, from traveling to being used to being home.
• Globally, 45% of leaders prefer to work from home, but they are 33% more effective in the office.
• 61% of leaders value privacy and are not finding it in the office. The concept of the open office may be a distraction.
• The idea of intent may be distorted now because of the work-from-home setup, making it easier to be distracted.
• Mike Handcock and Landi Jac discuss the idea of the white wolf and black wolf in relation to how people cope with COVID-19. 

Key Takeaways:

• Use the time to upscale your skills, and add more value to what you do
• Privacy is essential for people working in the organization
• Work-life balance is changing - check on your intent
• Checking in on your self-discipline is the way to establish consistently

Tweetable Quote:

“In the past two years, we've noticed working from home, the incredible frustration around it because your intent gets completely muffled.” - Landi Jac

Reach out to 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/

Many leaders and entrepreneurs feel like they have no time to take a break with their hectic schedules and endless to-do’s. However, when our body forces us to take a break, we reflect on the importance of rest. Denis talks about his experience of being infected with COVID-19 and the process of recovery. This goes to show that sickness must not be the only time to take a rest. Leaders must be proactive in allowing themselves permission to get time out without guilt. Listen in!

In this episode:

• I share my experience in having COVID-19 and the recovery process - it means focusing on the time to rest, relax, recover, and reset.
• I discuss the power of changing our thoughts and how it influences our behavior and communication.
• Recognizing the work that has been done allows for guilt-free celebration. Let yourself sit back and admire the efforts made.

Key Takeaways:

• There is no right or wrong time to take a time out
• Give yourself permission to have time out
• It is not only during times of sickness we should consider taking a rest
• Allow yourself what you want to do and achieve
• Realize the power of language by being mindful of your thoughts
• Do things that serve you and the people around you

Tweetable Quote:

"Giving yourself permission is one of the biggest things you can do in today’s world… It’s okay to take time out… and do what you want to do.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

Reach out to 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/