Leadership Is Changing

If someone tells you the highlights of a movie you were about to watch, wouldn’t that spoil your experience? This is why we should allow others to go through the experience themselves. In today’s episode, Denis explicates how this example rings true when it comes to learning. As leaders, we must allow the team to go through the learning process instead of merely telling them what to do. Leaders should be present but not always in control, allowing their staff to have the opportunity to learn on their own. Listen in!

In this episode:

• I explain how stealing the learning experience can be applied to personal and professional situations.
• I share the three reflection questions from a learning experience.
• I discuss how leaders sometimes must let go to allow others to learn.

Key Takeaways:

• Allow others the opportunity to learn so they can grow and develop their skills.
• Leaders should not steal learning experiences from their staff
• Observation and reflection are essential parts of the learning process
• Reflection is vital to help learn from mistakes
• Be there to support your team as they grow

Tweetable Quotes:

"We need to step back and allow people to learn.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

“We shouldn't steal that learning experience. We should allow people to have that learning experience for them to grow.” - Denis Gianoutsos

“Think about what you want to do with your teams and how you want to develop them. Give them the opportunity to learn. Stop stealing their experience.” - Denis Gianoutsos 

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Embracing change is critical for leaders of today. In the fast-paced world we live in, not only do leaders need to learn to pivot with the times, but they also need to balance executive excellence with personal wellbeing. 

World-leading project management champion and strategy implementer, Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez has transformed project management into one of the central issues of every CEO's 2030 agenda. Author of the Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook, the featured HBR article The Project Economy Has Arrived, and four other books, Antonio is the creator of concepts such as the Project Economy and the Project Manifesto.

In this interview, Antonio and I share advice on how to embrace change and navigate disruptions as a leader. We discuss the challenges of leading an organization while not having direct reports. 

You don’t want to miss this one. Tune in for more insights on how to be successful in today's world. 

In this episode:

• Find out more about Antonio’s background as an author, speaker, and advisor on projects and change
• How Antonio transformed project management into one of the central issues of every CEO's 2030 agenda
• CEOs today have more projects than they have employees
• Due to automation, the importance of prioritizing projects has surpassed other areas of management such as operations 
• In today’s world, being a leader of a project is more important than a person who's a direct leader
• Tips on how to lead an organization in a changing world
• Become a professional in your domain; invest in yourself, develop yourselves, and become world-class in your field 
• How to become a successful leader: Follow successful people and ask for advice

Key Takeaways:

• The key focus for CEOs and senior leaders in today's world is managing projects and leading an organization in a changing world
• Project management has become more important than operational management, and leaders need to be more influential to get their teams to do their jobs
• Becoming a leader is a marathon, not a sprint
• Leaders need to be patient and invest in themselves to learn and grow
• Leaders should be around successful people to learn from them

Tweetable Quotes:

“I think projects are critical. Project management is critical for every leader to understand.” -  Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez 

“One of the biggest challenges that CEOs and senior leaders have today around the world, is that they have more projects than employees. Because they launch so many initiatives.” Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez 

Connect with Antonio on LinkedIn, Twitter. Visit his website antonionietorodriguez.com and his personal website thefocusedorganization.com  

Watch him on Youtube at The Project Economy by Antonio Nieto-Rodriguez 

Other Resources Mentioned: 

• Marshall Goldsmith
• Alan Mulally 

Email: [email protected]

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

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Being part of the military requires going beyond skill and talent–the foundation lies in the grit for the mission to serve. In today’s episode, Kenneth Harbaugh shares his story in the military and how the values from this experience are relevant to leadership. He talks about how important it is for veterans to continue serving their communities after they leave the military and stresses the importance of rewarding talent and drive in this population.

Ken Harbaugh is a former Navy pilot and past president of Team Rubicon Global, a disaster relief organization that has helped train over 100,000 veterans as disaster responders. He has served in senior leadership roles at multiple veteran service organizations, and is a prominent commentator on leadership and civil-military affairs, serving as a guest fellow at Yale University and writing for The New York Times, The Atlantic, and elsewhere. He is the host of several award-winning podcasts, including Reclaiming Patriotism (Crooked Media) and Warriors In Their Own Words (Evergreen Podcasts). He holds a BS from Duke University and a JD from Yale Law School.

One of the most valuable assets in the workplace is diversity and this is done by promoting the varying perspectives and experiences. Listen closely to Denis and Kenneth as they share their wisdom on how to embrace change.

In this episode:

• Kenneth discusses how veterans bring a unique ethic to their service after leaving the military and his organization helps with the transition into civilian life.
• Skill and talent in leadership are important, but the ethic of service is a key factor in success.
• The key thing that makes a good leader is having a real-world mission.
• Kenneth tackles how President Zelensky has changed people's opinions of him and is changing the way Ukraine feels about itself and about him as a leader.
• Leadership has had to adapt to different expectations among employers, clients, and customers in the current generation.
• Leaders need to be aware of the diversity of opinion and experience in order to be successful in today's fast-paced world.
• Leadership in the business world will have to be even more aware of employee expectations and adapt to changing labor markets.

Key Takeaways:

• Ethic of service is a key factor to success
• True leadership requires stronger actions than words
• With the changing times arises the need to adapt dramatically
• Today’s generation looks for meaning in the work they do
• Embracing diversity allows you to step up in the game
• The lack of awareness is the biggest detriment in today’s world

Tweetable Quotes:

“There is just this immense reservoir of talent out there among the veteran population. They want to continue being part of something bigger than themselves.” - Kenneth Harbaugh

“Leaders have had to grow with the times. And we have to understand that our employees have much different expectations in the 2020s than they did a generation ago.” - Kenneth Harbaugh

Connect with Kenneth on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn. Check out the podcasts Warriors In Their Own Words and Burn the Boats. You can also look into Team Rubicon.

Email: [email protected]

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

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This episode is all about you. We want to thank you, listeners, for tuning in. Today marks the podcast's second anniversary, which would be impossible without your support! Denis discusses how you can hone your skills and capabilities to have your voice heard and create an impact. If you are in an organization seeking executive coaching, do not hesitate to reach out!

In this episode:

• I share the impact of COVID-19 on life and business and relying on virtual tools.
• I discuss the launching of the podcasts and the incredible guests encountered along the way in the early days.
• I thank the listeners for the support by listening and giving their ratings and comments. 

Key Takeaways:

• Work from the voice of silence to the voice of impact
• One thing constant in the world is change
• Develop your leadership skills to be heard
• Hone your influence to show up stronger at the table

Tweetable Quotes:

"You see, one of the biggest aspects for me was the launch around having the leadership side of things and voices being heard, and so forth. But a big one was actually helping you, as listeners, to develop your leadership skills and capabilities and have your voice heard as a leader going forward.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

Reach out to Denis:

Email: [email protected]

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

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Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page:

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How do we mold a company that is equitable and just? In this episode, Dr. Judy Lubin shares her insights on the changing role of leadership. She notes that many of the traditional ideas associated with leadership – such as being in an office – are no longer necessary for many workers. This has led to a change in the way leaders must engage their employees and other stakeholders.

Dr. Judy Lubin, PhD, MPH is a sociologist, racial justice advocate and founder and president of the Center for Urban and Racial Equity (CURE). Dr. Lubin has devoted her career to promoting equity for underserved and marginalized communities and has 20 years of experience working at the intersection of racial equity, institutional change, public health, and policy advocacy.

In order to maintain connectivity and community, leaders need to shift their mindset. Listen in to pick up on the valuable insights in this conversation with Denis and Dr. Judy!

In this episode:

• Dr. Judy Lubin discusses how diversity is essential for creating an inclusive workplace and culture, which leads to equity.
• Leadership is important in promoting equity and inclusion, as it can help organize thoughts and create a change in the process.
• Leaders need to be able to listen, take on questions, and answer them in a way that makes people feel seen and heard.
• Working towards diversity, inclusion, and equity is a process that results in substantive change.
• Being flexible is important, as it allows leaders to listen and understand different perspectives.
• Defensiveness among leaders hinders progress. Embrace the beginner’s mind and acknowledge the need for further learning.

Key Takeaways:

• In leadership, it is essential to build equity and inclusion
• Leverage the power of diversity and push for equity
• Leadership is expected to be more diverse and inclusive
• Build your reserves to show up authentically and at full capacity
• Defensiveness hinders flexibility and innovation

Tweetable Quotes:

“Equity pushes us even further… Now that we have diverse representation, we are creating the space and the opportunity to leverage the power of diversity.” - Dr. Judy Lubin

“We don't move towards equity without intentional and deliberate commitment, sustained commitment and being clear that we want to change things.” - Dr. Judy Lubin

“I fundamentally believe that if you are working towards equity and justice and inclusion, you have to be a leader, even though you may not call yourself a leader.” - Dr. Judy Lubin

Connect with Dr. Judy on Twitter and LinkedIn. Check out her website. You can also look into Center for Urban and Racial Equity.

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/

A change of opportunities calls for a change of expectations. How do we, as leaders, navigate our way to become effective throughout this shift? In this episode, Denis welcomes Heather Osgood, founder of True Native Media. Heather discusses the importance of adapting to change, dreaming a bigger dream, and being willing to take on challenges. Today's leaders must be able to listen well - both to their teams and the world - in order to be successful. 

Heather Osgood is the founder of True Native Media, a boutique podcast representation agency specializing in podcast advertising. With an extensive background in radio advertising and love for podcasting, Heather was in a unique position to start an agency that could help both advertisers get better results and assist podcasters in finding sponsors. She is an influential voice in the podcast advertising space and has sold over 50K ads in the last five years. Heather is also the Podcast Moneymaker's creator, a course designed for podcasters who want the formula, tools, and tactics to get advertisers in 6 weeks. 

Tune in as Denis and Heather discuss what it takes for team members to feel like they're part of something greater than themselves–if leaders cannot provide this motivation for their team, they may lose them. 

In this episode:

• Heather Osgood shares her experience as the founder of True Native Media and host of her own show Podcast Advertising Playbook.
• There are differences between leading an independent contractor versus having an employee and one employee versus multiple employees.
• When doing business, it's easy to get lost in the details, but it's important to have a clear vision and focus on what's important.
• It is essential for leaders to respond well to different situations. Leadership is changing because of the fragmentation of the world.
• Listening is important for understanding what is happening around us and for building relationships with those close to us and with our team.
• Heather talks about one of her favorite leadership books, which is Reinventing Organizations by Frederic Laloux.
• Leadership will increasingly be evident as individuals need to be able to lead themselves.

Key Takeaways:

• Finding out your roles as a leader and entrepreneur can be difficult to figure out
• Push yourself beyond what you think you can accomplish
• The world is changing and leadership is changing with it
• The leaders who are successful today are those who are able to listen well
• It is also important to listen to the world in general, as changes happen constantly
• Leadership is not about a pyramid - it becomes about having individual leadership
• Change of opportunities calls for a change of expectations
• Leadership is about having a voice, having a say, and having an opinion

Tweetable Quotes:

“There are different levels, I think, of growth that's appropriate as you grow with a team. And really, it's about figuring out how you can structure what each of those people is doing and then I think most importantly, and most difficult is what exactly is your role as a leader.” - Heather Osgood

“People want to feel like they're part of something that is greater than themselves. And if you, as a leader, can't provide that motivation for someone, I think that's when you lose them, right? You lose their attention.” - Heather Osgood

Connect with Heather on Instagram and LinkedIn, follow her on Twitter, and check out her website. You can also look into True Native Media and its YouTube Channel.

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/

If you're looking to start or improve your habits, this episode is for you. Denis discusses the basics of habit formation, breaking bad habits, and how to stay on track. Listen carefully as he offers advice on navigating the journey to building better habits as you try to lead people or try to achieve something in your life.

In this episode:

• I discuss why creating new habits is important and how this can be done by replacing old habits with new ones.
• I explain that although in theory, it can take 30 days for a new habit to form, it can also take longer if the habit is not done every day.
• Change of habits is a gradual process that needs consistency and focus.

Key Takeaways:

• Habits need to start off small in order to be successful
• Set yourself up for success by staying focused
• Understand that there is a process that you need to go through
• It is important to have a consistent routine
• Take a time out to reflect on your progress

Tweetable Quotes:

"Celebrate the formation and the strong foundation that you put in place for this new habit once it's established”  - Denis Gianoutsos

“It really comes down to you... Have fun doing it [creating new habits]. Enjoy the journey.” - 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/

What does it take to make a lasting impact? In today’s episode, Denis interviews Mario Bekes, managing director of Insight Intelligence Group. He shares his background and experiences as a war veteran, business consultant, and best-selling author. They discuss how leaders must be aware of their surroundings and act in a way that is beneficial not only to themselves but also to those under their command.

Mario Bekes is a natural leader, public speaker, result-driven, published book author, relationship-builder, and facilitator with experience in investigative techniques and interviewing, interrogation methods, and corporate human and competitive business intelligence.

Pay attention as Denis and Mario tackle the importance of staying conscious of the way you act and the way your mind works in order to ensure a more significant impact on those around us.

In this episode:

• Leadership is not something that you are born with, it is something that you earn.
• Mario shares how he was able to earn his leadership position through his service to his country and by setting an example for others.
• Denis and Mario discuss how leadership is not just about having the ability to lead troops into battle or make strategic decisions, but also about being able to connect with and understand the people under their command. 
• Mario discusses the importance of premortem analysis, which is a technique used to identify potential problems before they happen.
• Mario shares his two favorite books, which are The Art of War by Sun Tzu and The Prince by Nicolo Machiavelli.
• Leadership is not just about making decisions for others, but also about being able to display compassion and care.
• New generation leaders are different and more strategic in their thinking. 
• Leaders also need to be able to develop new methods of thinking in order to stay ahead of the curve.
• Mario discusses how the expectations of employees have changed in recent years, with employees looking for more accountability from leaders.

Key Takeaways:

• Sometimes, leadership chooses you
• Always be grateful and don’t take things for granted
• We can do so much today to impact generations of the future
• New generation leaders are needed as the landscape of business changes
• The key ingredient is information
• Stay ahead of the curve by seeking knowledge

Tweetable Quotes:

“Sometimes we just need to step back and take stock of where we are and understand what we've got in our hands and maybe be a little bit grateful.” - Denis Gianoutsos

“Information is the most valuable commodity in business.” - Mario Bekes

“When you put people who follow you, and people you follow… It's a golden rule, you find the middle ground, and then you become the proper leader.” - Mario Bekes

“The leader is not a job, that's not the job, that's a lifestyle. And it requires a lot of sacrifices, requires a lot of learning, education, and training” - Mario Bekes

Connect with Mario on Facebook and LinkedIn, follow him on Twitter @sydneybiz, and check out his websites Insight Intelligence Group and Mario Bekes. 

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/

Can creating a connection happen on a whim? It may not work out that way at all. Preparation is still key. In this episode, Denis and Peter tackle the importance of storytelling and establishing a connection by using the right words, tones, and approach to effectively convey our message.

Peter Hopwood is a British Global Speaker Coach, Virtual Speaking Specialist & TEDx Coach, Storytelling for Sales Trainer, Worldwide Corporate Events MC & Speaker - lived in 7 countries, worked in 42, currently based in Split, Croatia - working worldwide on Zoom! 

Tune in as Denis and Peter discuss the impact of storytelling as leaders navigate their way to success and better positioning.

In this episode:

• Peter discusses how he got into leadership and communication, his work as a speaker coach, and how leaders can connect with their audiences.
• Being animated and having gestures helps to show that you are more confident and in control.
• The way we speak and how we look will influence the way that people think about us.
• Peter emphasizes the importance of spontaneity in audio productions, which can be difficult to achieve with recorded messages.
• Curiosity is a key ingredient for a successful relationship with someone. When we are curious about someone, we are more likely to connect with them and feel comfortable around them.
• Leaders should use storytelling to engage their audiences and communicate their messages more effectively.
• Stories are an important way to connect with others, build credibility, and strengthen the connection between people.
• Good connectors are aware of their surroundings and manage to connect with others through body language, facial expressions, and other signals.

Key Takeaways:

• Take advantage of gestures when speaking to provide emphasis
• How you present yourself matters in people’s minds
• Remain spontaneous even when doing recordings
• Stay curious and authentic when communicating with others
• Leaders should utilize the power of storytelling for effective communication

Tweetable Quotes:

“It [effective speaking] is about the signals that you share, making sure that things are moving, there's something changing, there's something that's going to stimulate the brain… Anything predictable is not good.” - Peter Hopwood

“When we know our intention, it's so much easier to share it.” - Peter Hopwood

“It [creating connection] is something that we do constantly every day. So, why not say to ourselves, ‘I'm going to get really good at this. I can practice this every day.’ “ - Peter Hopwood

Connect with Peter on Instagram and LinkedIn, follow him on Twitter, and check out his website.

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 have always done it this way.” versus “How might we make things even better?” – the biggest difference is that one is moving forward while another is falling behind. As the world keeps evolving, we must keep up with the times and target the limiting beliefs we have in our minds to learn how to take the challenge head-on. The key is to know how to communicate this movement with the team to enable inspiration. In this way, organizations would not be held back.

In this episode:

• I examine the dangers of not coping with change as organizations and leaders.
• Communicate with people and take them on the journey.
• When it comes to going through change and leading through change, take the challenge head-on. 

Key Takeaways:

• Standing still and not upgrading means going backward
• It is all about attitude and change in perspective
• Change starts with us first
• Inspire people to think differently

Tweetable Quotes:

" ‘We have always done it this way,’... That’s proven as the most dangerous phrase in business and leadership today.”  - Denis Gianoutsos

“If you can lead your business through change, you’re on to a real winning combination… Take it head-on.” - Denis Gianoutsos

“When people, organizations, businesses, and leaders let go and get out of their comfort zones, this is where the magic happens.” - 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/