Former leaders of Ford, the Federal Reserve, and the USGA, along with other notable guests, share insights on topics such as facing reality, transparency in leadership, color coding for problem-solving, career journeys, storytelling, maintaining quality in the restaurant industry, and the power of vulnerability in leadership.
Transparency and open communication build trust and collaboration within a team, leading to effective problem-solving and business growth.
Continuous learning, studying different approaches, and staying open to new ideas enhance leadership acumen and decision-making skills.
Deep dives
Embracing Reality and Transparency in Leadership
Alan Mulally, former CEO of Ford, shares the importance of dealing with reality and being transparent with your team. By openly discussing challenges and sharing all relevant information, leaders can create a culture of trust and collaboration, leading to effective problem-solving and business growth.
Continuous Learning and Adapting in Leadership
Brandon Beane, General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, emphasizes the value of continuous learning and adapting in leadership. By seeking out opportunities to learn from others, studying different approaches, and staying open to new ideas, leaders can enhance their business acumen and make informed decisions.
Learning from Successful Leaders
Kevin Walsh, former member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, highlights the importance of learning from successful leaders. By observing and emulating the qualities and behaviors of respected leaders, individuals can enhance their own leadership skills and positively influence those around them.
The Power of Deliberate Practice in Leadership
Jeff Colvin, senior editor at large for Fortune Magazine, discusses the significance of deliberate practice in leadership. By engaging in focused and purposeful practice that pushes one's abilities, leaders can continually improve their skills and achieve peak performance.
In this episode, we take all the great wisdom from the last three months and highlight the most impactful takeaways for you.
The Best Of Q3 features leadership insights from these incredible leaders:
Alan Mulally, Former CEO of Ford
Brandon Beane, GM of Buffalo Bills
Kevin Warsh, Former Member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors
Diana Murphy, Former President of the USGA
Geoff Colvin, Fortune Magazine Senior Editor at Large
Ben Weprin, CEO of AJ Capital and Graduate Hotels
Jim Fish, CEO of Waste Management
Mike McCoy, Walker Cup captain
Dr. Bob Grossman, CEO of NYU Langone Health
Scott Redler, Cofounder of Freddy’s and Chairman of the National Restaurant Association
Korie Robertson, Television star on Duck Dynasty
Patrick Lencioni, Bestselling author and Founder of the Table Group
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