Match the Moment: How Leaders Can Unlock the Real Competitive Advantage with Dan Silvert
Description
In this episode of the Leadership Vision Podcast, we’re joined by Dan Silvert—behavioral expert, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Velocity Advisory Group. Dan shares his journey from sound engineer to leadership consultant, revealing how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and behavioral flexibility are the keys to unlocking a team’s full potential.
We dive into Dan's "bird" styles based on the DISC behavioral styles, what it means to “match the moment,” and how leaders can adapt their style to connect, inspire, and grow their teams, especially in the face of uncertainty and AI-driven change. Dan’s message is both practical and profound, encouraging leaders to stretch beyond their defaults and surface the genius in others.
What You’ll Learn:
- Why people—not products—are the true competitive advantage
- How to recognize and adapt your behavioral style using DISC
- What it means to “match the moment, not the mirror”
- How AI reveals our relationship with uncertainty and change
- Strategies to lead with emotional intelligence, not ego
- Why curiosity and humility are essential in today’s leadership landscape
Key Quotes:
"You're either going to hit what you were put on this planet to do—or you're selling yourself short." – Dan Silvert
“If you’re not interested in surfacing the genius of other people—why are you leading?” – Dan Silvert
Resources & Links:
- Learn more about Dan Silvert and Velocity Advisory Group: www.velocityadvisorygroup.com
- Dan’s book: The True Competitive Advantage
- Learn more about Leadership Vision: www.leadershipvisionconsulting.com
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