Leading at Scale: Find & Develop the Hidden Gems in Your Organisation | Carla Stockton-Jones
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Join us on the Dunamis EQ Leadership Podcast as we welcome Carla Stockton Jones, a dynamic leader and advocate for diversity and inclusion. In this episode, Carla shares her journey from working in a dental surgery at a young age to overseeing 24,000 people at Stagecoach. She discusses the importance of treating people with respect and finding solutions to their problems, while also reflecting on the early days of the mobile phone industry.
Carla's leadership philosophy centers around emotional intelligence (EQ) and creating an environment where people can be authentic and heard. She emphasizes the need for diversity and inclusion, sharing examples of inclusive practices such as celebrating festivals and creating employee networks. Carla credits the success of her team to the power of giving people opportunities and valuing their input.
Throughout the episode, Carla highlights the importance of community and the support and mentorship leaders need to thrive. She reflects on her own leadership journey and how her understanding of leadership has evolved over time.
Tune in to this insightful episode of the Dunamis EQ Leadership Podcast to gain valuable insights from Carla Stockton Jones on the power of emotional intelligence and inclusive leadership.