

Deep, Provocative Success Strategies From the “Yoda of Silicon Valley” | Jerry Colonna
41 snips Nov 8, 2023
Jerry Colonna, an executive coach and author of "Reunion: Leadership and the Longing to Belong," shares invaluable insights drawn from his venture capital past. He emphasizes the importance of radical self-inquiry for authentic leadership. Colonna discusses the pitfalls of virtue signaling, the true meaning of allyship, and the distinct roles of equality versus equity in leadership. He also explores how understanding our ancestry can foster deeper connections and responsibility, ultimately aiming for genuine personal growth and societal change.
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Radical Self-Inquiry Start
- Ask "How are you, really?" to practice self-inquiry.
- Stop the automatic responses and look inward.
Complicity Question
- Jerry Colonna's question, "How am I complicit in the conditions I say I don't want?", prompts reflection, not self-blame.
- It reveals how we contribute to our problems, like staying busy to avoid introspection.
Examine Subroutines
- Examine your subroutines, or the automatic behaviors beneath the surface.
- Understand how these ingrained patterns, often learned early in life, affect your actions.