Worklife with Adam Grant Estonia’s Prime Minister Kaja Kallas on leading with strength and sincerity
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Jan 31, 2023 Kaja Kallas, the first female Prime Minister of Estonia, shares insights on leadership shaped by her experience in a nation facing external threats. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and the dangers of inauthenticity in political discourse. Kallas discusses the necessity of accountability in global politics, advocating for effective communication and collaboration. She also reflects on the unique challenges women face in leadership, promoting inclusive practices. Her perspectives on navigating crises and cultural dynamics are both enlightening and inspiring.
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Authenticity in Leadership
- Be sincere in your leadership, as people can eventually detect inauthenticity.
- Embrace your true self instead of trying to play a role you're not comfortable with.
Estonia's Education System
- Kaja Kallas discusses Estonia's unique education system, where formal schooling begins at age seven.
- She emphasizes early exposure to STEM, mandatory music education, and the importance of play.
An Unlikely Path to Politics
- Kaja Kallas's path to politics wasn't straightforward; she initially pursued law to avoid following in her family's footsteps.
- This allowed her to forge her own path and develop a unique perspective.
