Principle Driven Leadership

Seth Dobbs
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Principle Driven Leadership

Want to improve your leadership skills, one step at a time? In the Principle Driven Leadership Podcast, Seth Dobbs, (C-suite executive, published presenter, trainer, and author) shares insights and leadership advice based on his years as a C-suite executive and leadership trainer and coach. Through thought-provoking stories and examples, each 15 minute episode unpacks an aspect of these principles to provide actionable advice that you can apply immediately to help you bring your best, authentic self into how you lead, regardless of whether you are new to leadership, a seasoned leader, or anything in between. Video with Closed Caption available here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBbJozf_JNeOCawMGxUsFUQ

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  1. TẬP 1

    What is Leadership?

    Seth Dobbs discusses the common misconceptions about leadership, particularly the idea that being a leader is superior to being a manager. He emphasizes the importance of balancing leadership and management skills for success.He shares a Japanese saying: "Vision without action is a daydream, action without vision is a nightmare." He further demonstrates this saying by sharing two stories. Story 1: Carlo:- Seth narrates the story of Carlo, a charismatic but ineffective leader at an ad agency.- Carlo excels in rhetoric but struggles to translate vision into action, lacks clear direction, and avoids conflicts and accountability.- The ad agency suffers from low productivity, innovation, and a toxic work environment under Carlo's leadership. Story 2: Addison:- Seth contrasts Carlo's story with Addison, a coffee shop manager who excels in processes and efficiency.- However, when faced with unexpected high demand, Addison's rigid processes fail to adapt, leading to customer dissatisfaction and damage to the coffee shop's reputation. Seth highlights the importance of understanding leadership as a balance between vision and action. He emphasizes that leaders must focus on outcomes and adapt to change, rather than solely on rhetoric or processes.Seth explains the need for both leadership and management skills in achieving results and encourages listeners to assess their own balance between vision and action and provides strategies for improvement.

    11 phút

  2. TẬP 2

    Lead With Purpose, Not Just Urgency

    The episode begins with an exploration of what draws individuals to leadership roles, their clarity about their identity as leaders, and the challenges they face in prioritizing tasks for themselves and their teams. Seth Dobbs emphasizes the significance of personal motivation in shaping one's path and approach to leadership. Using the example of a leader named Marcy, the episode illustrates the consequences of lacking a clear leadership vision. Marcy’s story underscores the importance of aligning personal vision with organizational goals to avoid inefficiency and frustration within teams. The episode emphasizes the necessity for leaders to have a clear vision for themselves, their roles, and their objectives. It advocates for responding thoughtfully to challenges rather than reacting impulsively, thereby aligning actions with long-term goals and minimizing stress. Listeners are encouraged to practice intentional responses to demands, prioritizing tasks based on their vision and organizational objectives. Over time, this approach promises increased effectiveness and reduced stress. Success is defined as achieving clarity and self-control, providing clarity to others, and enhancing effectiveness. By avoiding distractions and focusing on essential tasks, leaders can achieve more while reducing the risk of burnout. Listeners are prompted to reflect on their motivations for leadership and consider the benefits of a well-defined vision. They are encouraged to identify one actionable step to respond rather than react to distractions, thus aligning their actions with their leadership vision.

    13 phút

  3. TẬP 3

    Crafting Principles: Defining Your Why

    In this episode, Seth delves into the intricacies of crafting and refining leadership principles. He begins by emphasizing the importance of principles in providing clarity and guidance for yourself and others, and distinguishes principles from mere values by their actionable nature. Seth illustrates the process of crafting principles through examples like "Doing Less Lets You Achieve More" and "A Bias to Outcomes > Bias to Action", highlighting the need for clarity and a “this over that” format. He further explores the iterative process of applying and shaping principles, drawing from personal experiences to demonstrate the value of refinement for enhanced effectiveness. Seth encourages listeners to reflect on their decision-making processes, urging them to distill their motivations into actionable principles and evaluate their efficacy in achieving desired outcomes.

    15 phút

  4. TẬP 4

    Losing Sight of Excellence

    In this episode, Seth delves into the critical importance of maintaining standards within a team or organization. Drawing from his extensive experience as an executive leader, Seth emphasizes the essential role of leadership skills in helping you better influence others to effectively create durable results. Through a compelling narrative, Seth illustrates leadership pitfalls by recounting the story of an aftermarket auto parts manufacturer. Under the visionary leadership of Aaron, the company flourished, embodying a culture of excellence and innovation. However, after Aaron's retirement, the arrival of Mitchell marked a turbulent era characterized by a lack of clarity and direction. As Mitchell attempted to implement changes without fully understanding the company's culture, communication faltered, collaboration dwindled, and the organization's once-clear vision became obscured. Departments became siloed, pursuing individual objectives rather than a collective vision, leading to a decline in quality and reputation. Seth emphasizes the importance of maintaining a shared sense of vision and purpose to prevent organizational fracturing, highlighting the detrimental effects of individual self-interest and unchecked leadership styles. Through insightful reflection, Seth prompts listeners to assess their team dynamics and communication patterns, urging leaders to prioritize alignment and clarity to drive forward motion within their organizations.

    10 phút

  5. TẬP 5

    Are You Driving Forward Motion?

    In this episode, Seth delves into the importance of fostering collective effort within teams and organizations. Drawing upon his extensive leadership experience, Seth shares valuable insights into the detrimental effects of losing sight of a shared vision in favor of individual or team aspirations. Through a poignant narrative, Seth recounts the story of Emilia, a leader in a dynamic online marketplace, who initially envisioned revolutionizing her industry through innovation and customer satisfaction. However, as the company grew and Emilia delegated metrics for individual teams, the organization began to lose its sense of direction. Individual performance metrics overshadowed the collective vision, leading to confusion, mediocrity, and dwindling motivation among team members. Recognizing the need for change, Emilia rallied her leadership team to refocus on their core mission and values, emphasizing the importance of aligning individual efforts with long-term objectives. As a result, the organization underwent a transformative journey, experiencing renewed clarity, collaboration, and success. Seth underscores the power of leadership in driving forward motion through clear vision and collective aspiration, inspiring listeners to prioritize alignment and purpose within their own teams.

    11 phút

  6. TẬP 6

    The Necessity of Conflict

    Conflict plays a crucial role in effective leadership. In this episode, Seth explores whether you and your team are embracing conflict too eagerly or avoiding it altogether. He explains how understanding the relationship between healthy conflict and trust can transform your leadership approach. Drawing from his extensive experience as an executive leader and coach, Seth illustrates the principles of managing conflict through real-world examples. Listeners are introduced to three types of leaders: Xavier, who avoids conflict to the detriment of team innovation; Yolanda, who thrives on confrontation but exhausts her team; and Zola, who skillfully navigates conflict to foster a collaborative and innovative environment. Seth emphasizes that productive conflict is essential for resolving problems and achieving forward motion within an organization. By building trust and encouraging diverse perspectives, leaders can create a culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement. Tune in to learn how to identify and manage necessary and productive conflict to move your team and organization forward.

    14 phút

  7. TẬP 7

    Difficult Conversations Don't Need to Be Difficult

    Navigating difficult conversations is an important leadership skill and is often necessary to resolve conflict. In this episode, Seth delves into the challenging world of difficult conversations. Drawing from his extensive experience as an executive leader, Seth explores what makes these conversations so daunting and offers practical strategies for navigating them effectively. He identifies fear, lack of trust, insecurity, and bad prior experiences as common obstacles that prevent meaningful dialogue. Seth outlines five concepts to help leaders handle difficult conversations better: 1. Avoid opinions 2. Refrain from guessing others' thoughts or feelings 3. Focus on outcomes 4. Steer discussions towards positive change 5. Practice regularly By applying these concepts, leaders can transform potentially contentious discussions into opportunities for constructive resolution and growth. Seth shares a personal anecdote about a challenging conversation with a team member named Felipe, demonstrating how shifting the focus to outcomes and positive change can lead to successful communication. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to improve their leadership skills and foster a more effective organizational environment.

    17 phút

  8. TẬP 8

    The Trap of Solution Fixation

    It’s all too easy to fall into the trap of losing focus on the actual problem you’re trying to solve in favor of a specific solution. Drawing from his extensive experience, Seth emphasizes the importance of recognizing when one's commitment to a solution can obscure the real issue at hand. He shares the compelling story of Anissa, a Senior Manager in a consumer packaged goods firm, who becomes fixated on launching a new healthy snack product to revive her declining portfolio. Despite mounting evidence suggesting a shift in consumer preferences, Anissa's determination to make her solution work leads to further setbacks. Seth explains how this phenomenon, known as the Sunk Cost Fallacy, can trap leaders into following a failing path due to prior investments of time, effort, and resources. He discusses the importance of facing reality, embracing conflict, and maintaining flexibility to adapt to unforeseen changes. By sharing both professional and personal anecdotes, Seth illustrates the broader implications of solution fixation and offers practical advice for fostering a culture of problem resolution. Listeners are encouraged to evaluate their current challenges, reassess their solutions, and remain open to alternative approaches to achieve their desired outcomes.

    14 phút
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Want to improve your leadership skills, one step at a time? In the Principle Driven Leadership Podcast, Seth Dobbs, (C-suite executive, published presenter, trainer, and author) shares insights and leadership advice based on his years as a C-suite executive and leadership trainer and coach. Through thought-provoking stories and examples, each 15 minute episode unpacks an aspect of these principles to provide actionable advice that you can apply immediately to help you bring your best, authentic self into how you lead, regardless of whether you are new to leadership, a seasoned leader, or anything in between. Video with Closed Caption available here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBbJozf_JNeOCawMGxUsFUQ

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