24. The Man Behind the Microphone, Unhurried Productivity, and the Power of ‘I-Matter’ Conversations | Digby Scott

What if your perception of "unhurried productivity" isn't about someone constantly on holiday, but rather a deliberate approach to crafting a life aligned with your values?

And what if the most powerful leadership practice isn't about getting things done faster, but creating genuine I-matter conversations where people truly feel seen and heard?

That's what emerges in this special episode of Dig Deeper, where the tables are turned as I step into the guest chair of my own podcast. My friend Antonia Milkop takes the host role, guiding a conversation that explores the person behind the mic.

We get into:

• Why "meeting people where they're at" transforms resistance into meaningful connection
• How burnout at 30 led to a complete reevaluation of my approach to life and work
• The distinction between being "nice" versus being "kind" in leadership
• Why connection before content is the foundation of trust in any relationship
• How unhurried productivity is a state of mind, not just a state of movement
• Why pivotal moments with "tough love" mentors can shape our leadership journey
• How embracing discomfort and messiness might be the gateway to our most significant growth

Whether you're wrestling with busyness, curious about building trust quickly with new teams, or simply interested in the philosophy behind Dig Deeper, this conversation offers a glimpse behind the curtain that might change how you think about creating space for what truly matters.

In this role-reversal episode, Antonia skillfully draws out perspectives on my journey from being a people pleaser to someone who stands for something, and why focusing on intentionality rather than constant activity leads to more meaningful outcomes.

Timestamps:

(00:00) - Introduction

(05:16) - The Importance of Intentionality 

(12:09) - Pivotal People and Moments in Life

(15:32) - Building Trust in Leadership

(23:40) - The Power of Connection Before Content

(36:27) - Unhurried Productivity: Finding Balance in Busy Lives 

(41:02) - Embracing Discomfort and Uncertainty in Leadership

You can find Antonia at:

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

Others mentioned:

Cam Fink: https://www.camfink.com/

Simon Dowling: https://dig-deeper.captivate.fm/episode/18-why-creating-space-matters-more-than-efficiency-simon-dowling-on-intentional-leadership

Georgia Murch: https://georgiamurch.com/

Jennifer Garvey Berger: https://www.cultivatingleadership.com/team-member/jennifer-garvey-berger

Adam Cooper: https://dig-deeper.captivate.fm/episode/14-natural-systems-nervous-systems-and-navigating-change-adam-cooper

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