Leading with Empathy and Cultivating Connection in Leadership with Jerry Colonna

Apr 9, 2024

Guest Jerry Colonna discusses merging profitability with social responsibility, emotional intelligence in leadership, challenges of coaching, and the importance of personal development in leadership. They explore fostering connections and empathy in business, promoting systemic change, and creating environments prioritizing human connection.

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Introduction

00:00 • 3min

Exploring the Power of Emotional Self-Reflection

03:03 • 18min

Exploring past pain and embracing emotional healing

21:16 • 5min

Embracing Vulnerability and Connection

26:13 • 20min

Reflecting on the Purpose of Business and Social Responsibility

46:26 • 4min

Exploring Tragic Consequences of Separation and the Urgency of Systemic Belonging

50:23 • 2min

Redefining Business Leadership

52:34 • 9min

Exploring Ancestral Struggles and Identity

01:01:53 • 27min

Encouraging Belonging and Promoting Guest's Work

01:28:42 • 4min

Jerry Colonna is a coach and facilitator known for integrating the principles of self-awareness and mindfulness into entrepreneurial leadership. He is the CEO of Reboot and the author of the influential books Reboot and Reunion. Through his work, Jerry has established himself as a guiding force in the world of leadership, advocating for a harmonious balance between personal well-being and professional excellence. His influence continues to grow as he teaches others to look within themselves to lead with integrity, compassion, and authenticity.

This week, Barrett talks with Jerry about the complex landscape of leadership and the significance of fostering deep connections and a sense of belonging within the business world. They discuss Jerry's belief in merging profitability with social responsibility in business, the value of emotional intelligence and vulnerability in leadership, the challenges and opportunities of coaching, and the importance of looking inward for personal and professional development. They also explore how business leaders can encourage positive systemic change and create environments that prioritize human connection and empathy, paving the way for a stronger sense of community.

In this episode:

[02:46] - Jerry's journey from executive to holder of stories
[03:09] - The power of presence and emotional rapport
[06:53] - Exploring inner work and radical self-inquiry
[09:48] - Learning to hold space for others
[13:57] - The impact of coaching and psychoanalysis on leadership
[20:22] - Embracing pain and grief for personal growth
[26:33] - The journey of healing and letting go
[32:05] - The importance of community and belonging
[39:00] - Confronting social issues and embracing humanity
[46:00] - Reflecting on economic prosperity and its purpose
[46:53] - The role of business in society
[48:17] - Personal stories of business and social responsibility
[49:58] - Why climate change is a global emergency
[50:30] - The human cost of conflict and separation
[53:30] - Leadership, belonging, and the CEO's role
[01:01:31] - The power of ancestral stories and belonging
[01:15:35] - Embracing leadership and creating belonging
[01:16:58] - Tools and insights for effective coaching
[01:25:03] - Envisioning an unbearably beautiful future

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