Walking Your Talk | Culture Change & Leadership

56: Symbols series - Don't Be Perfect, Be Real

Jul 23, 2020

Leaders share powerful stories of growth by acknowledging mistakes and showing vulnerability. Embracing authenticity and personal growth through transformational stories inspire others to embrace their own journey.

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Leaders should acknowledge mistakes to promote growth and learning in the organization.

Embracing vulnerability and imperfection fosters a culture of continuous learning and self-improvement in leadership.

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Demonstrating Vulnerability and Responsibility as a Leader

Leadership involves demonstrating vulnerability and taking responsibility for mistakes to gain credibility among followers. In a notable example from the podcast, a CEO faced a media uproar due to a misinterpreted press interview. Instead of blaming others, he took full responsibility, apologized to employees, and acknowledged the impact of his actions on the company's reputation. By showing vulnerability and admitting mistakes, leaders can set an example that fosters a culture of growth and learning.

Introduction

3min

Demonstrating Leadership Through Responsibility and Vulnerability

6min

Embracing Authenticity and Growth through Personal Stories

2min

Leaders feel they need to demonstrate that they always role model the culture they aspire to. And yet some of the most powerful stories come from leaders who are willing to acknowledge when they got something wrong. In this way, they show that everyone has to grow and learn to build the best culture.

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