How to Be Awesome at Your Job

1020: The Three Keys to Being Inspirational with Adam Galinsky

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Jan 2, 2025
Adam Galinsky, a renowned social psychologist from Columbia Business School, discusses how anyone can become a more inspiring leader. He shares practical strategies to uplift others and introduces a 15-minute exercise that boosts visionary thinking. Galinsky emphasizes the importance of empathy and understanding individual needs in leadership, using personal stories. He also highlights the transformative power of written praise in fostering positive relationships. Lastly, he explains how reflecting on personal values can amplify leadership impact.
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INSIGHT

Inspiring Leaders Are Made

  • Inspiring leaders aren't born, they're made through learned characteristics.
  • These characteristics are universal, existing in every country worldwide.
INSIGHT

The Power of Generosity

  • Generosity elevates both the giver and receiver, even in competitive settings.
  • Insecure people wrongly believe crediting others diminishes their own status.
ADVICE

Be Visionary

  • Visionary leaders paint a big-picture, positive future vision.
  • Simplify and visualize the vision, repeating it often for impact.
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