In this episode of the Maven podcast, Natalie Hamer and Zoe Hanson explore the essence of good leadership, emphasising the importance of support, inspiration, and community. They discuss various leadership styles, the significance of personal growth, and the lessons learned from both good and bad leadership experiences. The conversation highlights the role of community in empowering female entrepreneurs and the journey towards assertiveness and entrepreneurship.

Takeaways

• Good leadership is about encouraging and inspiring others.
• Leadership styles vary, and it's important to find your own.
• Being supportive and nurturing leads to better results.
• Learning from both good and bad leaders shapes your style.
• Community support is crucial for female entrepreneurs.
• Assertiveness can be misunderstood in leadership roles.
• Building relationships is key to effective leadership.
• A good leader uplifts others rather than seeking the spotlight.
• Creating a supportive environment fosters collaboration.
• Leadership qualities can be learned from both personal and professional experiences.

Titles

• The Essence of Good Leadership
• Empowering Female Entrepreneurs

Sound bites

"What does good leadership look like?"

"We need other people to do that for us."

"I think we all have our own personalities."

"I hate being told what to do."

"You want to go where everybody knows your name."

Chapters

00:00 The Essence of Good Leadership

05:06 Leadership Styles and Personal Growth

11:03 Learning from Experience: Good vs. Bad Leadership

16:59 Building a Supportive Community

23:33 The Journey to Entrepreneurship and Assertiveness