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The Breadcrumb Legacy: How Every Interaction Shapes Your Leadership Impact with Jann Freed
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In this episode, our guest is Dr. Jan Freed, an expert on leadership and the author of the book "Leading With Wisdom Sage Advice from 100 Experts". Dr. Freed shares her insights on various topics, including leading with a legacy, creating a safe environment for people to voice their opinions and grow within organizations, and being a good leader without letting ego get in the way.
Jann Freed, Ph.D. is an award-winning author, speaker, and leadership development consultant. She is a Professor Emerita of Business Management at the University of North Dakota and has taught leadership and change management for over 30 years. Dr. Freed has written five books, including her most recent, "Leading with Wisdom: Sage Advice from 100 Experts." She is a frequent contributor to Forbes and other publications and has been interviewed by media outlets such as The New York Times and CNBC. Dr. Freed holds a Ph.D. in Communication from the University of Minnesota and an MBA from the University of Colorado.
- Leaders should focus on developing strong relationships with their employees by practicing empathy, compassion, and understanding. This approach leads to more effective leadership and a more empowering workplace.
- Continuous improvement is an essential aspect of leadership, requiring an openness to feedback to create an environment that supports growth and development.
- Legacy is an important consideration for leaders. Every interaction, decision, and behavior contributes to one's legacy, and leaders should be intentional about creating a positive impact on those around them.
- Good leadership isn't about titles or positions, it's about developing the skills necessary to create productive relationships and lead with compassion and empathy.
- Reading and learning from experts in leadership, purpose, and ego can help individuals develop and refine skills that lead to better leadership and a more fulfilling life.
"The past cannot be changed, but we can always change the meaning we give it." - Jann Freed
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