Authentic You in the Workplace with Leadership Expert, Lisa Schmidt
In this episode, Roxanne chats with Lisa Schmidt about authenticity struggles in corporate settings, the importance of servant leadership, and the role of self-awareness in leadership growth. They delve into the impact of COVID-19 on work culture, racial awareness in workplaces, and the need for authentic and vulnerable leadership.
Key Points
- Authentic leadership involves self-awareness and the recognition that becoming a better leader is akin to becoming a better person, with a focus on catalyzing and stewarding the talents and contributions of others.
- Creating a healthy company culture post-COVID-19 requires leaders to reevaluate workplace norms, and employees should look for leaders who are willing to have courageous conversations about what to stop, start, and continue in their organizational practices.
- The recent societal shifts around remote work and racial justice present an opportunity for leaders to demonstrate vulnerability and authenticity, thereby building trust and engaging their teams more effectively.
On this episode of Authentic Living with Roxanne, we’re taking a close look at what it takes to be an authentic leader. I am happy to welcome my friend, colleague and Leadership Expert, Lisa Schmidt.
A seasoned coach, speaker and leadership development expert, Lisa helps executives and organizations gain clarity and act with courage in crafting compelling, powerful strategies, along with the necessary culture that allows people to make meaningful and powerful contributions through their work.
Authentic Touch Points:
Lisa’s journey to leadership development.2:00 Leading without theatrics.4:45 Don’t dismiss the personal connection.10:15 Tips to help leaders grow.16:00 Is it possible for leaders to be truly authentic?24:30 Having difficult conversations.27:45 Just start asking questions.32:00 Living in the current culture shift.38:30 Lisa is certified in the Strengths Deployment Inventory, Leadership Circle Profile, Lego Serious Play and The Leadership Styles and Climate. She works in both English and French, and has experience coaching and facilitating in international contexts through her role as a coach at the Kaplan Performance Academy, and with the Mastercard Foundation in Rwanda and Ghana.
With many of us working from home and spending most of our time with family, I encourage you to reach out with thoughts or questions. You will also find more information about me and how I can help you at RoxanneDerhodge.com.
Thanks!
Roxanne
Links:
Lisa’s website: https://worksphere.ca/ Lisa’s email: [email protected] Roxanne’s LinkedIn profile:https://www.linkedin.com/in/roxannederhodge/ Roxanne’s email: [email protected] Chat with Roxanne: https://roxannederhodge.com/chat/ Roxanne’s previous podcasts: https://roxannederhodge.com/blog/
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