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INSEAD Knowledge Podcast

How Leaders Can Effect Change by Changing Themselves

Jan 23, 2024
Leaders often struggle to change their behaviors, hindering organizational progress. Professor Pant outlines a four-step process for leaders to cultivate awareness, commit to change, overcome interferences, and implement new behaviors. The podcast emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, seeking feedback, setting intentions, and being held accountable for behavioral change.
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Quick takeaways

  • Leaders must cultivate awareness and commitment to change behaviors effectively.
  • Adopting techniques to overcome limiting thoughts and practicing new behaviors incrementally are crucial for leaders.

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Leaders Reliance on Familiar Behaviors May Hinder Adaptability

Leaders often fall back on familiar behaviors that have worked for them in the past, even when faced with new challenges that require a different approach. An example shared in the podcast is about a senior leader, Cheryl, who approached a crucial pitch in her new board-level role using the same hands-on approach she had in her prior marketing position. This led to suboptimal results, highlighting the challenges of adapting leadership styles to new situations.

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