The Rising Leader The Cornerstones of Building World-Class Teams and Organizations with Anton Gunn
Anton Gunn is an international speaker, expert on leadership and workplace culture, and the world’s foremost authority on socially conscious leadership. A former advisor to President Barack Obama, Anton currently serves as the CEO of 937 Strategy Group LLC, a management consulting and professional services firm that helps executives and teams build world-class cultures in their organizations. Anton is also a former SEC football player and the first African American in history to be elected to the South Carolina House of Representatives from District 79. He holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts degree in History from the University of South Carolina.
Anton joins us today to discuss the characteristics of great leaders and what it takes to build world-class companies. He describes his experience in advocacy work and explains how to help people believe in themselves by finding passion, purpose, and expertise to create opportunities. He highlights the power of understanding people and their motivations. Anton also explains why authenticity is essential when leading peers and outlines how leaders can transform their organization’s company culture in 100 days.
“Serve first, then empower people. Give them the tools, information, and resources to determine their own destiny.” - Anton Gunn
This week on The Rising Leader Podcast:
● Anton’s origin story and the experiences that developed his mindset for leadership
● His advocacy and community organizing work and what it taught him about leadership
● The cornerstones of leadership and team culture
● The value of teaching people to believe in themselves
● How to build great teams in any organization
● How to make people believe in their potential as leaders
● Teaching others the importance of empathy and human connection
● Transforming your organization’s culture in your first 100 days as a leader
● “Cooper-tition” and leading among a group of powerful peers
● Service, empowerment, and legacy
Resources Mentioned:
● Podcast: Grow Strong Leaders and Teams: Leading from the Presidential Principles with Anton Gunn
Connect with Anton Gunn:
● Book: Just Lead: 44 Actions to Break Down Barriers, Boost Your Retention, and Build a World-Class Culture
● 937 Strategy Group on LinkedIn
● Email: Info@AntonGunn.com
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