January 09, 2026

The Hidden Dangers of Multitasking

35 minutes

In this episode of Perpetual mOetion, Dr. mOe Anderson speaks with leadership consultant Michael DeLisser about the critical aspects of effective leadership, including the importance of communication skills, the dangers of multitasking, and the need for self-awareness. They discuss strategies for conducting effective meetings, the significance of pre-work, and the impact of gender diversity in leadership roles. Michael also shares insights from his book, Leadership Accelerators, which emphasizes emotional intelligence and the development of strong communication skills for leaders.

Quote of the Day:

"Diverse teams outperform homogenous teams."

Takeaways

1. Leaders often lack training in communication skills.

2. Multitasking can damage our ability to focus and learn.

3. Effective meetings require purpose and preparation.

4. Self-awareness is crucial for leadership effectiveness.

5. Emotional intelligence is more important than IQ in leadership.

6. Leadership development is an ongoing process.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership Challenges

00:59 The Roots of Leadership Coaching

01:58 Communication Skills and Leadership

04:01 The Dangers of Multitasking

08:22 Effective Meeting Management

11:52 Pre-Work and Meeting Preparation

15:34 Self-Awareness in Leadership

17:54 Coaching Team Members Effectively

20:09 The Importance of Gender Diversity in Leadership

To learn more and connect with Michael online website at https://www.delisserconsulting.com/.

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