Join Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand known for her empathetic leadership, as she delves into the significance of compassion in governance. She discusses overcoming self-doubt, especially in the face of challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. Ardern shares personal stories about navigating tall poppy syndrome and the burdens of leadership while emphasizing the importance of kindness and vulnerability. Explore how her experiences redefine effective political leadership in today's world.
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Open About Imposter Syndrome
Jacinda Ardern openly shared her experience with imposter syndrome and self-doubt as a leader.
She aimed to encourage others who feel excluded from leadership due to these feelings.
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Doubt Can Motivate Preparation
Imposter syndrome ranges from debilitating doubt to motivating uncertainty.
Doubt can prompt better preparation if it doesn't become overwhelming.
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Leadership As Responsibility
Jacinda Ardern became leader unexpectedly when her party leader resigned before an election.
She felt the call to responsibility overcame her self-doubt and made her step up.
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This memoir is a personal account of Jacinda Ardern's extraordinary rise to becoming the Prime Minister of New Zealand. It highlights her compassionate leadership, particularly during crises like the Christchurch mosque attacks and the COVID-19 pandemic. The book explores themes of redefining leadership with kindness and empathy, making it an insightful read for aspiring leaders.
When Jacinda Ardern was thrown into the race for New Zealand’s prime ministry just months before the general election in 2017, she had no intention of even running for the position—but she knew it was her responsibility to become the leader her country needed. In this episode, Adam and Jacinda reflect on strategies for closing confidence gaps, discuss the importance of compassion in leadership, and break down a phenomenon that New Zealanders call “tall poppy syndrome.” They also look back on Jacinda’s most pivotal decisions, from steering the country through the COVID pandemic to stepping down as Prime Minister.
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