Episode 214 - Are You Really Building High Performers or Just Hiring Extroverts?

In this enlightening episode of the Shift with Elena Agar Podcast, we are joined by the insightful Rob Lion, a professor at Idaho State University and an expert in leadership development and high performance. Rob shares his academic and professional journey, shedding light on the intricacies of talent acquisition, the psychology behind workplace performance, and the critical elements that contribute to both individual and organizational success. We delve into the challenges of predicting a good fit in the recruitment process, the importance of psychological safety, and the nuances of leadership consistency. Throughout the conversation, Rob offers valuable perspectives on balancing work demands with personal peace and the underestimated power of understanding one's truth. Join us as we explore these thought-provoking concepts and uncover practical strategies for thriving in today's dynamic work environment.Time stamps:00:00 Path to Leadership and High Performance05:00 Understanding Work Psychology for Success08:47 "Wish List Approach to Hiring"12:21 Optimizing Talent Acquisition15:46 Extroverts and Personal Branding Dynamics18:20 Fostering Empathy in New Workplaces22:08 Basketball Bias in Hiring Practices24:13 Resilience in Changing Times27:40 "Promoting a Psychologically Safe Workplace"29:46 Finding Personal Peace in Nature34:37 Translating Wisdom for Young Professionals38:19 Influence of Actions Over Words40:48 "Perception vs. Reality"Connect with Rob on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlion/Visit website: https://blackriverpm.com/ Follow Elena: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elenaagaragimova/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elenaagaragimova/Website: https://elenaagar.com/Listen on:Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/shift-with-elena-agar/id1530850914Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5UKh6dWcuQwJlmAOqD8wij