#76: Why 90% of Leadership Training Fails—How Leaders Can Succeed Despite The Stats with Kirby Lee, Bestselling Author

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Why 90% of Leadership Training Fails—How Leaders Can Succeed

Why does 90% of leadership development training fail? In this episode, we dive into the challenges and solutions with Kirby Lee, a seasoned professional in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry and author of The Lion Attitude: Transforming Leadership in the AEC Industry. With over 20 years of experience, Kirby reveals why traditional corporate training falls short and introduces a revolutionary approach tailored specifically for AEC leaders.

Discover how Kirby’s Lion’s Attitude Formula—a framework grounded in emotional intelligence and intentional leadership—helps professionals navigate the complexities of this dynamic industry. From building self-awareness and motivation to taking purposeful action and fostering connection, Kirby shares actionable strategies that create measurable results and lasting impact.

Whether you’re an architect, engineer, or industry executive, this episode will inspire you to rethink leadership and embrace a new path to success. Tune in to learn how to lead like a lion and transform not only your team but your entire organization.

Links & Resources:

• Learn more about Kirby Lee and The Lion Attitude: https://lionattitude.com
• Connect with Kirby on LinkedIn.

Book: The Lion Attitude: Transforming Leadership in the AEC Industry

Key Concepts:

• Tailored Leadership Framework: The book offers a step-by-step process that integrates emotional intelligence with actionable strategies, enabling AEC leaders to inspire their teams, foster innovation, and achieve sustained success.
• Lion's Attitude Formula (I + M + P + A + C = T): A methodical process emphasizing:
  • Intention: Building self-awareness and emotional intelligence to uncover true leadership intentions.
  • Motivation, Purpose, Action, Connection, and Triumph: Steps that guide leaders toward impactful leadership and community influence.
• Actionable Strategies: Focused on tracking progress and creating measurable outcomes, addressing the unique blend of technical and managerial skills required in the AEC industry.

The book emphasizes bridging self-awareness with effective external leadership practices, empowering AEC professionals to lead authentically and confidently. It also highlights the challenges of traditional corporate training, offering a more practical and impactful alternative.

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