In this exploratory conversation, author, executive coach and expert Muriel Wilkins discusses the concept of leadership blockages, exploring how beliefs can hinder effective leadership. She identifies seven common blockers that leaders face and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and unpacking these beliefs to foster personal and organizational growth. The personal, robust discussion highlights the need for leaders to engage in a continuous journey of self-discovery and exploration, ultimately leading to a more inclusive and effective leadership style.

You'll Learn

• How Leadership begins with self-awareness and understanding our blockages.
• Which common beliefs drive behaviors, and recognizing them is crucial for growth.
• The seven blockers that can significantly impact leadership effectiveness.
• Why unpacking beliefs is essential for sustainable leadership change.
• How internal validation is key to overcoming self-doubt in leadership.
• Why adulting in leadership involves recognizing and managing our beliefs.
• The back story on why journey of leadership is ongoing and requires continuous reflection.
• How creating a culture of feedback starts with leaders addressing their own beliefs.
• How the process of unblocking involves awareness, unpacking, and reframing beliefs.
• Just why a world of unblocked leaders can lead to more inclusive and effective organizational cultures and healthier societies.

Chapters

00:00 Understanding Leadership Blockages

05:05 Exploring the Seven Blockers

08:01 Unpacking the 'Need to Be Involved' Blocker

11:03 The Impact of Fear on Leadership

13:59 The Process of Uncovering and Unblocking Beliefs

21:58 Exploring Beliefs and Feedback

25:41 The Role of Resistance in Leadership

27:23 Adult Development and Leadership Maturity

30:13 The Importance of Unpacking Beliefs

34:06 The Journey of Integration and Behavior Change

37:58 The Invisible Adventures of Leadership

38:57 Creating a Culture of Unblocked Leaders

40:56 Leading with Humanity

40:56 Creating Flourishing Workplaces

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