In the third installment in a series of episodes, The Knowledge Project curates essential segments from five guests revolving around one theme: leadership. This episode helps put a unique definition on leadership and examines whether or not good leaders are context-dependent, the differences between a great leader and an average leader, how great leaders should balance feedback, the difference between being right and doing right, a playbook for managing teams, and the importance of radical candor. The guests on this episode are author Jim Collins (Episode 61, 110), author and leadership expert Jennifer Garvey Berger (Episode 43), co-founder of the Admired Leadership Institute Randall Stutman (Episode 96), the President and COO of Athletic Greens Kat Cole (Episode 117), the former CEO of Ford Alan Mulally (Episode 151), and co-founder of the Conscious Leadership Group Diana Chapman (Episode 130).   -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/ Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/ Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish Our Sponsors: MetaLab: Helping the world’s top companies design, build, and ship amazing products and services. https://www.metalab.com Aeropress: Press your perfect cup, every time. https://aeropress.com

In a world that changes at a dizzying rate, effective leaders need to develop the skills to keep up. Developmental coach and author Jennifer Garvey Berger shares 3 habits to ensure continual growth, accelerated learning and deepened relationships of trust.   Go Premium: Members get early access, ad-free episodes, hand-edited transcripts, searchable transcripts, member-only episodes, and more. Sign up at: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish  

In a more conversational episode than our last discussion (ep. 43), Jennifer Garvey Berger opens up about coping in these uncertain times, and how we’re feeling about the current changing world that has become the new normal. -- Want even more? Members get early access, hand-edited transcripts, member-only episodes, and so much more. Learn more here: https://fs.blog/membership/   Every Sunday our Brain Food newsletter shares timeless insights and ideas that you can use at work and home. Add it to your inbox: https://fs.blog/newsletter/   Follow Shane on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/ShaneAParrish

Jennifer Garvey Berger, co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leadership, dives into the transformative power of feedback in this engaging discussion. She emphasizes that feedback is not just a one-way street but a valuable opportunity for shared learning. By dissecting our reactions and inviting others' perspectives, leaders can unlock deeper insights and growth. Berger also shares strategies for effective feedback conversations, promoting collaboration and curiosity to enhance team dynamics and personal development. A must-listen for aspiring leaders!

Dr. Jennifer Garvey Berger, a leadership expert, discusses designing new leadership for uncertain times. Topics include stress management, intentional responses, creating connections in organizations, and finding hope through post-apocalyptic themes. Emphasizes the importance of authentic relationships and offers practical insights for navigating complexities.

In this conversation with executive coach Jennifer Garvey Berger we explore what coaches need in these times, Jennifer’s favorite theories, flow and presence, understanding context, biases and the action urge, and how we engage with complexity. Jennifer Garvey Berger helps individuals and teams to transform themselves and their organizations, to see bigger perspectives, to think in more creative ways, and to collaborate effectively. With her partners at Cultivating Leadership, Jennifer runs transformational leadership programs and supports organizations to use their leaders (and leadership development) to encourage and support whole-of organization change. Visit coachesrising.com to see our acclaimed online coach trainings and other offerings.

Jennifer Garvey Berger: Unleashing Your Complexity Genius Jennifer believes that leadership is one of the most vital renewable resources in the world. She designs and teaches leadership programs, coaches senior teams, and supports new ways of thinking about strategy and people. In her three highly acclaimed books, Unlocking Leadership Mindtraps, Simple Habits for Complex Times (co-authored with Keith Johnston), and Changing on the Job, she builds on deep theoretical knowledge to offer practical ways to make leaders’ work more meaningful and their lives more fun. She has worked with senior leaders in the private, non-profit, and government sectors around the world with organizations like Novartis, Google, KPMG, Intel, Microsoft, Wikimedia, and the New Zealand Department of Conservation. Jennifer also supports executives one-on-one as a leadership coach. Over the last decade, she has developed the Growth Edge Coaching approach. She supports clients to find their current growing edge and then make choices about how they want to develop. She teaches coaches around the world transformational and developmental coaching approaches in her Growth Edge Coaching certification series. Jennifer speaks at leadership and coaching conferences, and she offers courses for coaches at universities all over the world. She is the co-author with Carolyn Coughlin of Unleash Your Complexity Genius: Growing Your Inner Capacity to Lead*. In this conversation, Jennifer and I discuss the reality that most of us don’t like uncertainty. That makes experimenting with new ideas and actions in complex environments very challenging. We uncover several practices that can help us benefit from experimentation in the midst of complexity and grow from these experiences. Key Points Complicated situations are hard, but have a clear answer (such as how to send humans to the moon). In contrast, complex situations are dynamic; yesterday’s answer may not work tomorrow. Most of us really dislike complexity, to the extent that that people with terminal diseases are happier than those who will likely recover. Step-by-step approaches don’t work in very complex situations. Instead, take action through thoughtful experimentation. When experimenting, release your attachment to outcomes. Lean into humility and don’t shy away from endings. Putting end dates on experiments helps us move forward — and sometimes remove what isn’t working. Resources Mentioned Unleash Your Complexity Genius: Growing Your Inner Capacity to Lead* by Jennifer Garvey Berger and Carolyn Coughlin Interview Notes Download my interview notes in PDF format (free membership required). Related Episodes Essentials of Adult Development, with Mindy Danna (episode 273) How to Pivot Quickly, with Steve Blank (episode 476) Help Your Brain Learn, with Lisa Feldman Barrett (episode 513) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.

Jennifer Garvey Berger, Co-founder of Cultivating Leadership, discusses complexity in leadership, distinguishing between complexity and complicatedness. She explores challenges in industries like airlines vs healthcare, emphasizing the importance of human factors and interdisciplinary communication. Berger also talks about navigating leadership challenges during uncertain times, focusing on resilience and effective conflict resolution within groups.

Jennifer Garvey Berger and Carolyn Coughlin, co-authors of "Unleash Your Complexity Genius," delve into the exciting ways to navigate complex challenges. They talk about using mindful awareness to differentiate between action urges and conscious choices. The duo emphasizes the power of movement, laughter, and humor as tools for emotional regulation and connection. Their insights highlight how fostering a playful yet reflective approach can transform leadership and teamwork, creating a joyful environment to tackle complexity.

Jennifer Garvey Berger, co-founder and CEO of Cultivating Leadership, and Amy Elizabeth Fox, CEO of Mobius Executive Leadership, discuss the transformative power of love in business. They argue that integrating love into the workplace fosters genuine connections, enhances organizational culture, and transforms leadership styles. The conversation highlights practical ways to cultivate emotional sharing and emphasizes the importance of vulnerability in professional settings. Ultimately, they envision a workplace driven by collaboration and support, redefining success for a healthier work environment.