Brave Together, with Chris Deaver (Leadership, Culture, Teamwork, Collaboration)
Jan 9, 2024
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Chris Deaver, author and co-founder of BraveCore, recalls stalking Stephen Covey, learning from Steve Jobs, and writing to Roy Disney. They discuss the power of co-creation, turning around Dell, and the mission of making others successful.
Co-creation fuels innovation and leadership, leveraging questions and deep listening to drive collective problem-solving.
Creating brave spaces and embracing collaboration enables shared dreams, unlocking untapped potential and accelerating growth.
Deep dives
Harnessing the Power of Co-creation
Chris Deaver, co-founder of Bravecore, highlights the importance of co-creation in enhancing creativity and leadership. Chris shares his experience working with Stephen Covey and emphasizes the power of questions and deep listening as catalysts for innovation. He discusses how companies like Apple and Nike have leveraged co-creation to drive success and shares his insights on turning pain into power through collective problem-solving.
Cultivating a Culture of Brave Conversations
Chris discusses the need for creating brave spaces in meetings and conversations where individuals feel comfortable sharing their thoughts and ideas. He shares examples from Dell and Apple, highlighting the importance of connecting dots, empowering innovation, and adopting a collective approach to problem-solving. Chris also emphasizes the role of shared principles in guiding interactions and aligning teams towards a common vision.
Embracing Shared Dreams and Building with Others
Chris encourages individuals to pursue shared dreams and embrace collaboration. He emphasizes the transformative power of building with others and emphasizes how collective efforts can unlock untapped potential and accelerate growth. Drawing inspiration from leaders like Walt Disney and Warren Buffett, Chris emphasizes the importance of bravery, perseverance, and the value of co-creation in achieving remarkable outcomes.
Chris Deaver, author and co-founder of BraveCore, recalls stalking Stephen Covey in his own house, and talks about the key lesson he learned from Steve Jobs, bucking the "expert model", writing a letter to Roy Disney then turning down the reply, the simplicity and power of co-creation, turning Dell around, making others the mission, and working next to a secret lab.
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