Want to become a better leader? In this episode, Fiona shares key strategies for leadership and personal growth, covering essential skills like active listening, defining your leadership style, continuous learning, overcoming unconscious bias, finding mentorship, and the power of patience. Tune in!

You'll Learn How To:

Importance of leadership in various contexts
The negative impact of bad managers
Creating a psychologically safe workplace
Understanding when to be proactive and when to pause
Practising empathy deeply
Recognizing individual learning styles and preferences
Building trust and fostering open communication
Encouraging growth and development
Providing feedback and recognition
Balancing accountability and support
Empowering and delegating responsibility
Leading by example
Continuously learning and improving as a leader
The Listening Squad (a business focused on developing listening skills)
Deciding on the type of leader you want to be
Five Ways of Leading
Engaging in learning to improve leadership skills (books, courses, online resources)
Recognizing and addressing unconscious biases in leadership
Finding a mentor or coach for support and guidance

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