“One of the best things we can do as a leader is to tell our team they can drive their own growth. It will take work, but it doesn't have to be hard.”

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Carla Fowler, Managing Director at THAXA Executive Coaching, who helps leaders level up and achieve their goals by using a unique approach combining the latest research from performance science with timeless best practices.

Listen in as Dr. Fowler shares strategies to help leaders gain more clarity and focus, take their time back, and what to do when we don't quite feel enough. Along the way you’ll also pick up tips on how to improve yourself and your team without feeling burnt out.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

1. Spend 90 minutes every 90 days with each team member to work with them to identify their motivations for growth and create personalized learning opportunities
2. Begin your week with personal reflection and planning to gain clarity on your leadership role
3. Break down complex tasks and big goals into smaller, manageable steps to prevent feeling overwhelmed

Things to listen for:

[07:33] Continuously improve, simplify, and diversify practice methods

[11:32] Embrace uncertainty and don't judge yourself

[14:36] Clarity and intention are keys to becoming a successful leader

[19:22] Recognize inner dialogue and celebrate progress

[23:15] Embracing uncertainty and running good experiments

[29:19] Distill thoughts and turn ideas into impactful content

Resources:

• Floyd Coaching
• The Culture Assessment
• Matthew Kelly’s Books
• Floyd Coaching’s Blog

Connect with the Guest:

• Dr. Carla Fowler’s Linkedin

Connect with the Host & Floyd Coaching:

• Kate Volman’s Linkedin
• Floyd Coaching on Linkedin
• Floyd Consulting on Facebook
• Floyd Consulting on Twitter
• Floyd Consulting on YouTube
• Floyd Consulting on Instagram