Brené with Mike Erwin on Leadership Is a Relationship, Part 1 of 2
Dec 5, 2022
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Brené Brown chats with Mike Erwin, founder of the Character and Leadership Center, about the importance of prioritizing relationships in leadership. They discuss building trust, vulnerability, forgiveness, and the power of human connection in leadership roles. Mike shares his journey from the military to positive psychology advocacy, offering insights on personalized leadership styles and creating a culture of accountability.
Prioritizing relationships is crucial for leadership effectiveness and personal growth.
Forgiveness is a powerful tool for building resilience and trust in relationships.
Deep dives
Importance of Prioritizing Relationships in Leadership and Personal Life
Focusing on the significance of prioritizing relationships in leadership and personal life, the podcast explores a conversation with Mike Irwin, founder of the Character and Leadership Center. Mike discusses his new book 'Leadership as a Relationship,' highlighting the seven functions of relationship building. Emphasizing the importance of investing in relationships for success and happiness, Mike draws from his experiences to illustrate the impact of strong connections on leadership effectiveness and personal growth.
The Power of Forgiveness in Building Bravery and Trust
Examining the theme of forgiveness in fostering bravery and trust, the podcast delves into the concept of grace and resilience. Stories shared include Dr. Virginia Hill's experience in promoting forgiveness within her school environment and reflections on forgiveness as a powerful act both personally and professionally. The discussion highlights how forgiveness can enable audacious actions and create a culture of resilience within communities.
Resilience and Community Strength in Facing Adversity
Exploring the interconnectedness of resilience and community strength, the podcast narrates stories of resilience beginning in darkness and adversity. Examples like the Michigan basketball team's aviation incident underscore how facing challenges together within a supportive community enhances resilience. The conversation stresses the vital role of relationships and community support in fostering individual and collective resilience in various contexts.
Building Accountability Through Strong Relationships
Delving into the theme of accountability within the context of strong relationships, the podcast highlights the role of healthy connections in fostering productive accountability. Drawing examples from everyday scenarios, the discussion emphasizes the effectiveness of accountability within relationships and the importance of trust in accountability processes. The conversation underscores how leaders can cultivate accountability through understanding, support, and meaningful relationships.
This is the first of two episodes with Mike Erwin, the founder and CEO of the Character and Leadership Center and the co-author of Leadership Is a Relationship, a timely book that details why leaders who prioritize relationships are more effective. It’s a conversation about the seven functions of relationship-building and the importance of prioritizing our relationships as people and also as leaders.