What if you could predict the success of leaders with precision in your organization? In our latest episode, we unlock the secrets behind effective leadership with our guests, Barry Conchie and Sarah Dalton, the brilliant minds behind "The Five Talents That Really Matter." Barry and Sarah bring a wealth of experience in leadership assessment, dissecting the critical elements that define exceptional leaders and how these talents—setting direction, driving motivation, influencing others, building connectivity, and managing execution—uniquely contribute to long-term success.

Join us as we challenge the traditional approaches to leadership selection and development. We explore the flaws of popular tools like the Myers-Briggs and instead focus on the predictive power of data-driven assessments. Barry and Sarah highlight how evidence-based tools offer profound insights into a leader's potential, far beyond the superficial analysis of many widely used methods. We also dive into the pitfalls of conventional interview questions and spotlight the importance of crafting questions that truly predict performance, avoiding the common traps that many organizations fall into.

Cultural fit versus cultural enhancement takes center stage in our discussion on the evolving workplace landscape. We examine the notion that unique perspectives and talents should triumph over mere likability in team dynamics. Our conversation extends to the importance of self-awareness and strategic thinking in leadership roles, highlighting the rarity of genuine strategic processing. Discover how to steer clear of the “fast cars without steering wheels” scenario in leadership, and why fair and unbiased assessment tools are crucial for identifying diverse talent. Whether you're looking to refine your leadership selection process or uncover robust leadership capabilities, this episode is packed with actionable insights and expert advice.

What You’ll Learn:

• Discover the five critical talents for executive success.

• Explore how structured interviews can provide a nuanced understanding of leadership capabilities beyond traditional methods.

• Learn why cultural enhancement is crucial for a dynamic and inclusive workplace.

• Understand the common pitfalls in leadership selection and how data-driven assessments can help identify truly effective leaders.

Podcast Timestamps:

(00:00) - Truly Predicting Leadership Success

(08:15) - Predictive Validity of Leadership Assessment

(17:22) - Leadership Talent Assessment

(22:48) - Common Unhelpful Interview Questions

(31:17) - Rethinking Cultural Fit in Leadership

(35:50) - Leadership Development

(48:38) - The Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership

More of Barry & Sarah:

Sarah on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/sjdalton/ 

Barry on LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/barryconchie/ 

Key Topics Discussed:

Positive Leadership, Leadership Selection, Organizational Performance, Leadership Assessment, Cultural Fit, Myers-Briggs, Predicting Performance, Team Dynamics, Self-Awareness, Predicting Success, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Effective Leaders, Personality Assessments, CEO Success

More of Do Good to Lead Well:

Website:https://craigdowden.com/

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/craigdowden/