Welcome to another awesome episode of The Leadership Toolkit! Today, we're thrilled to have Brad Englert, a seasoned leader with over 40 years of experience in management and consulting, share his journey and insights. From his early days at Accenture to transforming IT at the University of Texas, Brad discusses the importance of strategic planning, creating a proactive culture, and building genuine relationships in leadership. Tune in to learn how to elevate your leadership game and foster a successful environment for your team.

🧰 Tools of the Trade: Top Takeaways You Can Use

1️⃣ Stop patching and start planning: Develop a clear strategy, involve stakeholders, and follow through with a realistic budget.

2️⃣ Build relationships intentionally: Focus on the people and connections that matter most to your success.

3️⃣ Lead with humility and authenticity: Whether it’s apologizing for mistakes or supporting your team’s growth, show that you care deeply about the people around you.

4️⃣ Empower your team: Identify future leaders and give them opportunities to take on meaningful roles.

5️⃣ Communicate consistently: Keep an open line of communication with your team, customers, and vendors to ensure alignment and trust.

Resources Mentioned:

- Brad Englert's Website: [BradEnglert.com]

- Free sample of Brad's book "Spheres of Influence": [Link]

- Buy Brad's Book here: [Link]

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Contact Information:

Brad Englert

Email: Brad@BradEnglert.com

LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/Brad-Englert-3b886b21/

Mike Phillips

Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠mike@TheLeadshipToolkit.com⁠⁠⁠⁠

LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Linkedin.com/in/LeadTheTeam⁠⁠⁠⁠

Twitter: ⁠⁠@TheLeadershipToolkit⁠

YouTube: ⁠YouTube.com/@MikePhillips

Credits:

Hosted by Mike Phillips

Produced by The Leadership Toolkit Team

Guest Speaker: Brad Englert, Leadership Consultant and Author

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