E98: How Leaders Can Handle Mistakes with Grace

“Mistakes are inevitable, but they don"t have to define you. What does define you is how you handle them.” In this episode, I talk about how to navigate the times you make a big mistake that impacts you and others in your organization. We’ll cover  how to take responsibility with clarity and confidence instead of reacting emotionally; and how to own your mistake, fix it, and move forward instead of spiraling into self-doubt and panic. In this episode:The time I accidentally blindsided a group of senior executivesLesson #1: Pause before reactingLesson #2:  Own the mistake directly without over apologizingLesson #3:  Fix it without making it bigger than it isLesson #4: Learn the deeper lesson Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with Less Ego and More Soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact. Connect with Janet Ioli: Website: janetioli.com Linkedin: Janet Ioli Instagram: @janetioli Janet is the founder of Leadership Presence. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul. If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think. Produced by Ideablossoms