How Leaders Think with Kenny Lange How Chris Barnes Thinks About Evolving Leadership from Problem-Solving to Development
May 7, 2025
In a captivating discussion, guest Chris Barnes, a fractional integrator and executive coach at Wolf’s Edge Integrators, delves into evolving leadership. He emphasizes the shift from mere problem-solving to fostering team development. Barnes highlights the significance of self-awareness and conscious leadership, providing actionable frameworks like The Leadership Circle. He also critiques the dangers of insecurity in leadership that stifles team growth. With practical insights, he encourages leaders to embrace continuous personal growth and proactive strategies for meaningful organizational change.
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Leaders Stuck Doing It All
- Many people in leadership roles remain individual contributors and do not delegate because they haven’t developed others yet.
- They end up overworked with long hours trying to cover all responsibilities themselves.
Reactive vs. Conscious Leadership
- Most leaders are stuck in a reactive default mode, responding unconsciously without conscious leadership development.
- This limits their effectiveness and growth potential as leaders.
Leadership’s Crucial Role in Change
- Effective change management relies heavily on leadership at the top and immediate supervisors.
- Leaders must cascade clear reasons and support through all levels to successfully implement change.
