FranklinCovey On Leadership

Amy Edmondson, a distinguished Harvard Business School professor and acclaimed author, discusses her new book, The Right Kind of Wrong. She explores psychological safety and its critical role in team performance, highlighting how it empowers members to voice dissent and drive innovation. Edmondson dives into the concept of intelligent failure, emphasizing the value of learning from different types of setbacks. With personal anecdotes, she connects lessons of leadership to parenting, advocating for environments that encourage growth through failure.

Episode 316 | Effective communication is paramount in various contexts, including leadership, relationships, and personal growth. Former journalist and two-time debating world champion, Bo Seo, demystifies these topics by emphasizing the need for clarity in arguments, the importance of understanding the other person's perspective, and the value of crafting persuasive arguments. Bo shares his personal journey from South Korea to Australia to the US, highlighting the challenges he faced as a non-native English speaker and the impact it had on his communication style. He discusses the importance of being willing to engage in disagreements and the power of debate in fostering understanding and growth. Bo delves into the concept of truth in arguments and the challenges of navigating disagreements in personal relationships, providing practical advice on how to engage in productive debates. Listen Like a Leader: Download our guide to learn how to listen and then pick one or two skills you can start building this week.

Episode 315 | Life is happening for you, not to you. Bestselling author, coach, speaker, and entrepreneur Dean Graziosi has learned a lot from his time working with Tony Robbins, but he says this concept about life has been most impactful for him. As the co-founder of Mastermind.com, Dean discusses the concept of masterminds and their value in professional development and self-education. He explains that a mastermind is a collective gathering of minds with a shared desired outcome, where individuals come together to solve problems, fuel opportunities, and share their knowledge and breakthroughs. Dean emphasizes the importance of learning from others who have already been successful and highlights the power of masterminds in accelerating growth and learning. He also discusses the future of self-education, noting the rise of thought leaders and the need for more niche-focused and entertaining content. Leverage Learning Science for Lasting L&D Impact: Organizations are increasingly investing in learning and development (L&D) programs, but not all programs are created equal. To produce behavior change that drives breakthrough results, discerning HR leaders need to look for solutions grounded in learning science that encourage active learning, intentional application, and accountability.

Episode 312 | Without a clear vision, you can’t expect to know where you’re going. This may seem obvious to some, but for Rory Vaden it’s a lot more than that. As a NYT bestselling author and co-founder of Brand Builders, Rory discusses the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and having a clear vision for success. He emphasizes the power of choosing to focus on gratitude rather than worrying about what we don't have. He also highlights the significance of serving others and finding purpose in our lives. Vaden shares insights from his book, "Take the Stairs," which offers principles for achieving true success, explaining that success is not about self-actualization, but about helping others succeed. Crucial Insights For First-Level Leaders: Develop your people into a high-performing team with these time-tested and proven insights.

Lindsay Gibson, author of 'Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents,' discusses the impact of emotionally immature parents on children. She emphasizes the need for self-connection and setting boundaries. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their upbringing and how it affects their relationships. They also explore challenges in parenting and recognizing patterns from childhood experiences in adult relationships.

Episode 313 | The holidays are a hot bed of family drama for many people. Prepare your hearts with this engaging interview featuring NYT bestselling author Nedra Glover Tawwab. Nedra discusses the importance of setting boundaries in family relationships and how it can positively impact other areas of life. She shares the challenges of navigating relationships with parents, siblings, and children during the holiday season, providing advice on how to have difficult conversations and handle conflicts in a healthy way. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: A Brief Guide  - Download our guide for a summary of principles and practices that can help you cope with change in resilient, creative ways.

Episode 311 | Creating cultures where we are all celebrated rather than tolerated is a passion of Jennifer McCollum, CEO of Linkage and author of In Her Own Voice: A Woman’s Rise to CEO. Jennifer explores the challenges and hurdles that women face in their journey to leadership positions, emphasizing the need for organizations to create inclusive cultures where women can thrive. Jennifer encourages everyone, regardless of gender, to be selective in choosing organizations that celebrate and support their growth. 3 Steps to Build a Culture Where Teams Thrive: To provide lasting support to their people, organizations need to build a winning culture with inclusive, high-trust values that help their people succeed both at work and outside of it. Download and share this guide and help your organization align its culture and values with what’s best for its people.

Episode 310 | The future of education and learning is up for discussion in this episode of On Leadership. Author and founder of the Khan Academy, Sal Khan, shares his journey of starting Khan Academy and how it has grown to become a platform with over 150 million users worldwide. He emphasizes the importance of traditional skills like reading, writing, and math, as well as soft skills like communication and empathy. Khan predicts that the future of education will involve AI assistants that provide real-time feedback and support to students and teachers. In a corporate setting, Sal also encourages leaders to embrace AI technology and use it to improve productivity and quality. The Energy of Change—5 Leadership Behaviors to Drive Collective Action in a Fluid Landscape: Help your leaders prepare their teams to move through change and transform your organization’s approach to change by downloading and sharing this guide.

Episode 309 | The work required to build a high trust culture starts with you. New York Times bestselling author Stephen M. R. Covey outlines the importance of extending trust to others and the need for leaders to go first by setting the stage for high-trust engagement. Stephen shares examples of companies that have successfully built trust within their organizations, emphasizing the need for smart trust and good judgment. He also encourages individuals to look inward and ask themselves questions about their own trustworthiness, such as whether they demonstrate integrity, care about others, and continuously improve their competence. 7 Ways to Build Trust Between You and Your Team: Use our toolkit to build trust necessary to propel your organization forward.

Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian shares personal stories of employees going above and beyond, highlighting empathy and humanity in customer interactions. He emphasizes the cultural imperative of treating customers with kindness. Ed discusses the hiring process, focusing on finding individuals with a heart for service and a track record of going the extra mile.