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397. From Conflict to Growth: Leading with Tension in Mind with Tim Arnold
Aug 5, 2024
Tim Arnold, a seasoned leader who has managed a homeless shelter and built a social enterprise, dives into the nuances of leadership. He emphasizes the need to embrace healthy tensions like confidence versus humility and profit versus purpose. Tim shares compelling stories from his experiences, revealing how engaging in constructive conflict can drive growth and understanding. By navigating these complexities, he highlights the potential for resilience and enriched decision-making in leadership.
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Quick takeaways
- Leaders must balance confidence and humility to foster an environment of trust and openness that prevents arrogance and passivity.
- Embracing healthy tensions within teams allows for diverse perspectives, fostering innovation and facilitating better decision-making amidst complexities.
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Understanding Organizational Dysfunction
Every organization, whether small or large, experiences some level of dysfunction, division, or drama, which is considered normal. The key question is whether teams are improving over time in handling these issues. Leaders need to give themselves grace and acknowledge when there are tensions or frustrations that may indicate a need for change, such as re-evaluating relationships with clients or employees. Actively leaning into these challenges can provide opportunities for learning and growth, rather than simply seeking to avoid discomfort.
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