Episode 69: Defining Leadership, Overcoming Burnout, and Embracing Values with Utkarsh Narang

In this episode of the Throttle Up Leadership Podcast, host Dr. John Dentico converses with Utkarsh Narang, a learning consultant, TED speaker, and executive coach based in Melbourne, Australia. They discuss Utkarsh's unique journey from physiotherapy to content creation and executive coaching. The conversation delves deeply into the essence of leadership, emphasizing the continuous, moment-by-moment nature of effective leadership. Utkarsh shares his insights on the importance of aligning with organizational missions, human-centric leadership, and practical strategies to mitigate burnout, including the significance of structuring one's day, investing in mental and physical health, and the need for fostering human connections. The discussion also highlights the ongoing challenges in organizational cultures in the post-pandemic world, especially in hybrid work models. They conclude with the transformative power of identifying and living by one's core values. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview 01:24 Defining Leadership 03:26 Mission Statements and Organizational Focus 05:38 Hindrances to Learning in Organizations 10:45 Hybrid Work and Organizational Culture Post-Pandemic 18:11 Addressing Burnout: Practical Advice 25:34 Final Thoughts and Reflections If you enjoy our podcasts please like, share and subscribe we genuinely appreciate your support.