A conversation about leadership is inherently a conversation about power, and a conversation about power is inherently a conversation about conflict. In this episode, we explore how trustworthy and transformative leaders understand how power dynamics are always present in conflict and how they can be navigated wisely, creating the results we want. Thanks for listening!

Summary:

• Assumptions about power
• Having power exposes our values
• Power determines the terms of a conflict
• Power as dominance
• Hidden expressions of power
• When powerful people feel powerless
• Passive Aggressive power
• How conflict helps us reach our goals

Links:

• 5 Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
• Explore the various forms of power in this download from Brene Brown
• Giving & Receiving Feedback
• Effective and Empowering Accountability
• How did Jesus deal with Conflict?
• Dare to Lead by Brene Brown
• Defined and Connected
• Applying Systems Thinking
• Bowen Family Systems Theory Series
• Spiritual Practices That Lead To Breakthrough
• The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
• Quit Getting In Your Own Way