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Jan 2025

22m 13s

#325: How Can You Be More Approachable?

About this episode

In this episode, Perry Holley and Chris Goede explore how leaders can become more approachable to their teams. They share practical tips and strategies for creating an environment where team members feel comfortable sharing their thoughts, concerns, and ideas. The hosts also discuss the importance of smiling, making eye contact, and finding common ground to foster stronger connections. Furthermore, they encourage leaders to adopt an "everyone is interesting" policy and focus on being interested rather than trying to be interesting. The episode offers actionable advice for leaders seeking to improve their approachability and build better relationships with their teams.

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