Steven Gaffney

Steven Gaffney, CEO of the Stephen Gaffney Company and author of "Just Be Honest," shares insights on the complexities of honesty in leadership. He discusses the often-unseen challenges of communicating truthfully in professional settings. Gaffney highlights the dangers of 'lies of omission' and the crucial role of transparency in building trust. He delves into fostering innovation through open dialogue and addressing constructive feedback. Ultimately, he champions the importance of personal initiative and emotional safety in empowering team dynamics.

Steven Gaffney shares the simple shifts that help you feel more powerful at work. — YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to easily redirect negativity into productivity2) Three reframes that make problems more manageable3) Two quick hacks to snap you out of a funkSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep814 for clickable versions of the links below.— ABOUT STEVEN — Steven Gaffney is a leading expert on creating Consistently High Achieving Organizations (CHAO)™ including high achieving teams, honest communication, and change leadership. Steven has worked in more than 25 different industry and market segments for over 25 years. He uses cross-discipline solutions and best practices from other industry sectors to bring fresh, innovative and consistently successful approaches to his clients. He works directly with top leaders from Fortune 500 companies, associations, as well as the U.S. government and military; and is also an author, speaker, and trusted advisor.• Book: Unconditional Power: A System for Thriving in Any Situation, No Matter How Frustrating, Complex, or Unpredictable• Website: JustBeHonest.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath•Book: Don't Sweat the Small Stuff . . . and It's All Small Stuff: Simple Ways to Keep the Little Things from Taking Over Your Life (Don't Sweat the Small Stuff Series) by Richard Carlson — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • LinkedIn Jobs. Find quality hires fast with a free job posting at LinkedIn.com/beawesome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Steven Gaffney, an author and speaker recognized for his insights on sales leadership, shares powerful strategies for success. He emphasizes the importance of mood discipline, arguing that maintaining a positive mindset can significantly boost sales performance. Gaffney also discusses the strength of vulnerability, highlighting how authenticity fosters trust with clients. Additionally, he explores the concept of unconditional power, focusing on self-awareness as a key to personal growth. Listeners gain valuable techniques for reframing challenges into opportunities for motivation and fulfillment.