Keeping it R.E.A.L.: A success strategy in leadership and in life w/ Dianna Fioravanti (President, Kuehne + Nagel Canada)

Dianna Fioravanti, the trailblazing president of Kuehne + Nagel Canada, joins us to unveil her transformative "REAL" leadership model—Resiliency, Empathy, Authenticity, and Legacy. As the first female President in her organization, Dianna shares her journey of breaking barriers, achieving gender parity on her executive team, and leveraging self-leadership in a post-COVID world. Get ready to be inspired as she details her strategies for flipping the switch from a fixed mindset to a proactive, growth-oriented approach, all while emphasizing the power of self-awareness and authenticity in effective leadership.

During our conversation, Dianna opens up about the importance of resilience and leading with authenticity, especially during challenging times. She shares personal anecdotes about overcoming imposter syndrome and highlights the necessity of creating a safe environment where team members are encouraged to fail forward and learn quickly. Discover how Dianna's empowering perspective on embracing one's uniqueness and building a supportive, innovative culture has not only driven organizational success but also empowered other women to pursue leadership roles.

Explore the critical role of emotional intelligence and personal connection as Dianna recounts her experiences fostering a positive team culture through trust-building and storytelling. Her insights into embedding diversity, equity, and inclusion within organizational values offer a blueprint for transformational change. Plus, she delves into the future of leadership with AI, sharing how embracing change with optimism can unlock new potentials for growth and efficiency. Join us for an enlightening episode packed with practical advice and leadership wisdom that will leave you ready to lead with heart and hustle.

What You’ll Learn

- Strategies for flipping the switch from a fixed mindset to a growth-oriented approach.

- Overcoming imposter syndrome.

- Creating a safe environment for team members to "fail forward" and learn quickly.

- Building a culture of trust, innovation, and emotional intelligence.

- Why the best executives lead with empathy

- Embracing AI and change for the future of leadership.

Podcast Timestamps

(00:00) – Keeping it R.E.A.L. – A Blueprint for Leadership Excellence

(06:52) - Staying Resilient and Authentic as Leaders

(17:40) - Building a Positive and Empowering Culture

(30:22) - Fostering Connection

(34:02) - Leading with Empathy

(46:39) – The Power of Stories

(51:20) - Navigating A.I. Transformation for Future Leadership

KEYWORDS

Positive Leadership, Resilience, Empathy, Authenticity, Legacy, Gender Parity, Self-Leadership, Growth Mindset, Self-awareness, Psychological Safety, Fail Forward, Fostering Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Creating Personal Connection, Building Trust, The Power of Storytelling, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Optimism, Navigating Change, Positivity, Gratitude, CEO Success