473: Leadership is Changing Mashup | (ft. Emily Ransone and Dr. Maja Zelihic)

How do your unique attributes and perception play a role in your leadership style?In this episode, Denis brings back Emily Ransone and Dr. Maja Zelihic to delve into authenticity in leadership and the impact of an Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) in enhancing business operations. The essence of influential leadership is rooted in promoting team empowerment and self-accountability.Stay tuned to learn about transforming team performance by fostering an empowering leadership style, championing active listening, and facilitating problem-solving among team members.In this episode:Emily Ransone shares the foundations for her book, “Growth Junkies Unite,’ and explains how an Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) helps entrepreneurs run their businesses better. Ask don’t tell – Leaders can foster independence within their team by teaching them how to fish, instead of giving them fish. Dr. Maja Zelihic on why leaders should embrace authenticity and leverage their unique attributes instead of mimicking others.Understanding the variables that influence human perception can greatly enhance the effectiveness of communication and leadership.Main takeaways:Foster a leadership style that promotes team empowerment and self-accountability by actively listening, encouraging inquiries, and guiding team members to create their own solutions.Identify the unique attributes you bring to your role and work to amplify those traits; Don't try to mimic other leaders.Prioritize active listening in your everyday interactions, be it in personal or professional settings. Understanding how different variables affect human perception can enhance your decision-making, interpersonal communication, and leadership abilities.Quotes:“It’s not just about listening… You’ve gotta actively be mining for understanding and then coming together.” - Emily Ransone“I hope I inspire people to do better. I always trying to come up from a standpoint of being a good listener and being a compassionate, empathetic leader. I don't believe in micromanagement. I don't believe in any of the more aggressive leadership styles.” – Dr. Maja ZelihicResources Mentioned: Book: Traction by Gino WickmanGet Emily’s book, Growth Junkies Unite: https://growthjunkiesunite.com/get-the-book/Get Dr. Maja’s book The Power of Perception: https://drmajazelihic.com/aboutConnect with Denis: Email: [email protected]: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/