The Unlock: Humanity at Work Being Brave Enough to Care with Wendy Clark
Oct 23, 2023
Wendy Clark, a seasoned marketing executive formerly with Coca-Cola and DDB Worldwide, shares her insights on people-first leadership. She discusses how putting people at the forefront enhances collaboration and drives success. Wendy reflects on the influence of mentors and emphasizes the importance of empathy in leadership. Additionally, she dives into the necessity of integrating sustainability into business growth, especially as Gen Z demands it. With a mantra of being brave and caring, she inspires listeners to lead with humanity and kindness.
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People Are The Core Business Engine
- Wendy Clark argues people are the primary engine of every lasting result in business and leadership.
- She says leaders must recruit, empower, and put people first to achieve sustained impact.
Lead By Studying People First
- Study and emulate exceptional leaders; learn by watching and asking, not just formal mentorships.
- Be interested in people first and start from their truth to bring them to yours.
Make Growth And Good Coincide
- Integrate your growth agenda with your 'good' agenda so growth doesn't create harm you then must undo.
- Prioritize mapping scope three emissions because your supply chain drives the greatest impact and risk.
