Are you ready to transform your leadership approach and elevate your impact? Join host Gerald J. Leonard on this episode of the Productivity Smarts Podcast as he sits down with Mick Spiers, the visionary behind the Leadership Project Movement. The Leadership Project is a vibrant initiative with a vision to inspire all leaders to challenge the status quo. The Leadership Project is dedicated to empowering modern leaders through knowledge and emotional intelligence to create meaningful impact.

Gerald and Mick delve into the essence of effective leadership, spotlighting the crucial elements of self-reflection, intentionality, and the hurdles that new leaders encounter. Mick reflects on his personal journey, underscoring the value of drawing lessons from past leadership roles and nurturing a collaborative atmosphere. He presents key strategies, such as being the last to speak and cultivating inclusive work environments. Together, Gerald and Mick emphasize the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and committing to ongoing learning in leadership.

Tune in now to hear Mick Spiers’ invaluable advice and learn how to implement leadership principles from his book, You're a Leader Now What?

What We Discuss

• [01:17 ] Introduction to Mick Spiers  

• [08:48 ] Mick's journey to leadership  

• [12:11 ] Importance of coaching in leadership  

• [14:23 ] Experiential learning in leadership  

• [19:41 ] Common pitfalls for new leaders  

• [20:34 ] Creating a leadership credo  

• [25:03 ] The shift from “I” to “we”

• [30:55 ] Building trust and rapport  

• [41:18 ] Creating an inclusive workplace  

Notable Quotes

• [9:55 ] “No one deserves to work in a workplace that they hate; they should all have a workplace that inspires them, where they feel valued, where they feel seen, where they feel heard.” - Mick

• [2:48 ] “People remember how you make them feel, and whether it’s good or bad, they will remember the emotion much more than what you specifically said to them.” - Gerald

• [4:58 ] “What gives people pride in the work they do is feeling like they matter.” - Mick

• [41:43 ] “You don't need to have all the answers, but you surround yourself with people with diverse experiences and backgrounds. This is what is going to enrich our decision-making.” - Mick

• [45:48 ] “There is a vacuum of leadership in some ways in the world, but also a place where young leaders are looking for resources to help grow themselves.” - Gerald

Resources

Mick Spiers

• Website - https://www.mickspiers.com/

• LinkedIn -linkedin.com/in/mickspiers

• Book: You're A Leader Now What?: The proven path to high performance leadership

Productivity Smarts Podcast

• Website - productivitysmartspodcast.com

Gerald J. Leonard

• Website - geraldjleonard.com

• Turnberry Premiere website - turnberrypremiere.com

• Scheduler - vcita.com/v/geraldjleonard

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