In this episode, host Gino Degregori interviews Lauren Pennell, the COO of Big T Properties, about the concept of kind leadership. They discuss the importance of leading with integrity and sincerity, as well as the role of empathy and curiosity in leadership. Lauren shares lessons she learned from working with horses and how they apply to leadership. They also explore the growth mindset and the value of overcoming challenges. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of kind leadership and the importance of intentional leadership.

Takeaways

Kind leaders demonstrate integrity and lead with sincerity.

Leaders should be consistent and genuine in their kindness.

Challenges and failures provide opportunities for growth and learning.

Kind leaders set expectations based on potential and allow for growth.

Kindness starts with being kind to oneself as a leader.

The future of leadership lies in maintaining human connection and preventing isolation.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

01:26 Background and Definition of Kind Leadership

05:31 Consistency and Sincerity in Kind Leadership

06:30 Leadership Challenges and Overcoming Them

08:47 The Importance of Work Ethic and Persistence

10:10 Lessons from Working with Horses

11:34 The Spectrum of Fear to Curiosity

16:20 Growth Mindset vs Scarcity Mindset

21:29 Setting Expectations and Allowing Growth

23:25 Kindness and Leadership in Challenging Situations

26:41 Being Kind to Yourself as a Leader

34:42 The Future of Kind Leadership

44:38 Connecting with the Guest

46:07 Final Thoughts and Closing