680: Whole Person Leadership - Brent Kedzierski

What defines an exceptional leader—authority or the ability to inspire and connect? Denis Gianoutsos and Brent Kedzierski explore the shift to whole-person leadership, emphasizing influence, care, and adaptability. Brent shares powerful lessons from his career, insights into AI's role in leadership, and tips on meeting evolving employee expectations. Ready to rethink leadership? Discover actionable strategies to inspire growth, foster collaboration, and lead with purpose. Press play to unlock insights that can transform your leadership journey. Welcoming Brent KedzierskiIntroduction of Brent Kedzierski: An international expert in leadership and connected ecosystemsWhole-person leadership and the balance of care and honestyWhat do you want in a leader? The Banana Incident: Lessons on Leadership vs. ManagementDefining Leadership vs. Management: The importance of accountabilityLearning Through Experience: Brent’s early work experiences and their role in shaping his perspectivePower Dynamics: Navigating "us vs. them" dynamics in leadership roles Leading Through InfluenceWhat is Leading Through Influence? Building relationships without formal authorityKey Tools for Influence: Reciprocity, social proof, and adaptabilityThe Role of Context: Why benchmarking doesn’t work without considering organizational nuances Whole-Person Leadership in PracticeBalancing Care and Candor: Addressing blind spots with honesty and empathyDeveloping Employees: Leadership as a tool for growth and employabilityLeadership Competence: Distinctive knowledge, skills, and motivations for impactful leadership The Future of LeadershipCritical Thinking & Curiosity: Skills leaders need to navigate complexityThe Role of AI: Redefining leadership tasks and focusing on human-centered rolesChanging Expectations: Evolving leadership models to match the needs of modern organizations Key Quotes: "Leadership is not about showing how smart you are in the technical arena; it’s about excelling in the people arena." - Brent Kedzierski "Balance care with candor; give honest feedback with the intention to help people grow." - Brent Kedzierski The 10 Proven Ways to Lead and Thrive in Today's World  Executive Guide Featuring 10 Key Themes and 42 Strategic Insights from Worldwide Leaders  https://crm.leadingchangepartners.com/10-ways-to-lead Connect with Brent: Website: https://aliresources.hexagon.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentkedzierski/ Connect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com Website: www.LeadingChangePartners.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisgianoutsos  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisgianoutsos/  Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/leadershipischanging/"...