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The Path to Inspired Leadership

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Feb 5, 2025
Join Adam Galinsky, a social psychologist and leadership expert from Columbia Business School, as he delves into the art of inspiring leadership. He outlines two types of leaders: inspirers and infuriators. Discover the essence of leadership through vision, behavior, and mentorship, illustrated by pilot Tammy Jo Schultz's story. Learn how core values foster visionary leadership and enhance collaboration. Galinsky also shares tips on using communication styles and informal dress to break down barriers and promote a positive environment.
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INSIGHT

Three Universal Leadership Qualities

  • Inspiring leaders possess three universal qualities: visionary, exemplary, and mentorship.
  • These qualities address fundamental human needs: meaning/purpose, protection/passion, and belonging/status.
ANECDOTE

Tammy Jo Schultz: An Exemplar of Leadership

  • Captain Tammy Jo Schultz exemplified inspiring leadership during Southwest Airlines 1380's engine failure.
  • She demonstrated vision, reassurance, exemplary calmness, and mentorship by comforting passengers.
INSIGHT

The Leader Amplification Effect

  • The "leader amplification effect" means a leader's actions, both positive and negative, are magnified.
  • This occurs because leaders are constantly observed, intensifying the impact of their behavior.
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