15. Scaling Learning: Magdy Karam x ‘Dare to Lead’
May 27, 2021
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Explore how Magdy Karam, Chief Learning Officer at Microsoft Canada, transformed learning experiences by shaping a culture of continuous learning. From evading hero syndrome to fostering inclusion and leading as an introvert, dive into the key insights from 'Dare to Lead' shared in this episode.
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Quick takeaways
Cultivating a learning culture boosts efficiency and marketability in organizations.
Transitioning to daring leadership and embracing uncertainty promotes continuous growth and effective decision-making.
Deep dives
Learning as a Lifelong Journey
Continuous learning is essential for personal growth as stagnation leads to missed opportunities. The guest, Magdi Karam, Microsoft Canada's C.L.O., exemplifies the transformational power of fostering personal development in a work environment. By cultivating a culture of learning and growth mindset, people are motivated intrinsically to improve, leading to increased efficiency and marketability.
Shifting from 'Know It All' to 'Always Learning'
Transitioning from a 'knower' to a 'curious learner' involves overcoming the need to always be right. The shift towards daring leadership and embracing uncertainty is essential for personal and organizational growth. Creating a learning environment based on curiosity and humility enhances collaboration and decision-making, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Embracing Inclusion in Leadership
Overcoming the challenge of inclusion beyond diversity is a critical aspect of effective leadership. Ensuring that every team member has a voice and is actively engaged fosters creativity and innovation. By intentionally prioritizing inclusion over exclusion, leaders can create a more collaborative and supportive work environment for all individuals.
Embracing Introversion as a Strength
Recognizing the strengths of introversion, such as thoughtful and deliberate responses, can lead to more profound insights and impactful interactions. Embracing one's natural tendencies and rejuvenating through solitary activities can empower introverts in their personal and professional growth. By valuing diverse personality traits, individuals can leverage their unique strengths to contribute meaningfully to team dynamics.
Let me be blunt: most of our learning experiences are TERRIBLE. They are not bad, just thoroughly, blandly, mediocre. I’m speaking specifically about learning in most organizations, and we’ve all had the experience of those courses that seem to suck the life out of us. But not every course, not every program. Magdy Karam is the Chief Learning Officer for Microsoft Canada. Over the years as a leader, he has scaled successful learning and development experiences, and in this episode, we get into the details of how he has successfully yielded results through shaping a learning culture. Get book links and resources at https://www.mbs.works/2-pages-podcast/
Magdy reads from ‘Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts.’ by Brené Brown. [reading begins at 11:10]
Hear us further discuss:
Evading hero syndrome. [16:33] | “There is no shame in not knowing or failing.” [20:05] | What we need to unlearn when adopting a growth mindset. [20:34] | Making inclusion a reality. [22:40] | Leading as an introvert. [25:00] | “Getting comfortable with what you’re doing means it’s time for change.” [31:24]
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