

Wholehearted Leadership in a Complex World with Mike Burrows
5 snips May 16, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Mike Burrows, a leadership author and the creator of Agendashift, challenges traditional notions of leadership by emphasizing connection over control. He explores how wholeheartedness fosters engagement and adaptability in organizations, advocating for a culture of trust and collaboration. Mike shares insights on building effective communication, celebrating achievements, and the significance of continuous learning for leaders. He also discusses the vital role of self-awareness in navigating complex team dynamics and fostering a healthier organizational structure.
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Engage for Coherent Change
- Successful organizational change requires engaging people, not prescribing solutions.
- Healing dysfunctional relationships between organizational parts powers broader, coherent change.
Integrate Delivery Discovery Renewal
- Delivery, discovery, and renewal must integrate tightly in modern digital organizations.
- Leading adaptability means continuously meeting customer needs with ongoing learning and capability building.
Build Trust Through Presence
- Leaders should foster availability, presence, and empowerment to build trust.
- Clear communication of mission enables innovation and avoids duplication of effort.