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The strength in vulnerability: A Leadership Essential
Episode 76
The strength in vulnerability: A Leadership Essential
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule discusses one of the most misunderstood leadership qualities: vulnerability. Far from being a weakness, vulnerability is a gateway to building trust, fostering connection, and strengthening team culture. Through powerful examples from the worlds of sport, business, and public service, James explores how leaders can embrace vulnerability without losing authority and why doing so is critical for leading in today’s world.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why vulnerability builds trust and connection
How to share authentically without oversharing
What high performers like Simone Biles, Ford CEO Alan Mulally, and Michelle Obama teach us about courageous transparency
How to balance strength with self awareness
7 practical ways to lead with vulnerability every day
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Episode 10 - Leadership Essentials: Authenticity
Episode 48 - Leadership Essentials: Presence
Episode 56 - Leadership Essentials: Positivity
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episode 76
The strength in vulnerability: A Leadership Essential
SUMMARY SECTION
In this episode of The Lonely Leader Podcast, James Rule discusses one of the most misunderstood leadership qualities: vulnerability. Far from being a weakness, vulnerability is a gateway to building trust, fostering connection, and strengthening team culture. Through powerful examples from the worlds of sport, business, and public service, James explores how leaders can embrace vulnerability without losing authority and why doing so is critical for leading in today’s world.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Why vulnerability builds trust and connection
How to share authentically without oversharing
What high performers like Simone Biles, Ford CEO Alan Mulally, and Michelle Obama teach us about courageous transparency
How to balance strength with self awareness
7 practical ways to lead with vulnerability every day
ABOUT THE HOST
James is an experienced mentor, coach and thought leader who works with a range of clients from FTSE 100 companies, SME´s the NHS and wider public and not for profit sectors.
His twenty year career in elite sport initially as a professional rugby player but predominantly as a chief executive has given him an invaluable insight in managing the success, failures and pressures associated with leadership at the highest level.
As a high performance coach James specialises in enhancing resilience and leadership development. He is a passionate advocate of the notion that to find lasting fulfilment we need to take a holistic view of high performance and create it in both our professional roles and personal lives.
EPISODES TO CHECK OUT NEXT
Episode 10 - Leadership Essentials: Authenticity
Episode 48 - Leadership Essentials: Presence
Episode 56 - Leadership Essentials: Positivity
CONNECT & CONTACT
www.thelonelyleader.co.uk
The Lonely Leader's LinkedIn
James' LinkedIn
THIS SHOW WAS BROUGHT TO YOU BY LONELY LEADER MEDIA
NEWSLETTER
Sign Up to The Leadership Accelerator Newsletter for advice, inspiration and ideas, you'll also receive James' Top 10 Tips for Combating Your Fear of Public Speaking.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.