NeuroConversant Leadership

Jeremy Doran
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Effective Communication in the S.T.E.M. workplace. Jeremy is a leadership coach who specializes in helping engineers and other S.T.E.M. professionals become great managers and leaders. Being a great leader requires exceptional communication skills, especially in environments where there are a lot of Neuro-Diverse people. We explore communicating well with people who think, communicate and see the world very differently than most. The world needs this diversity in order to make progress. Leaders who can communicate well across this diversity will set themselves apart from the rest!

  1. 5D AGO

    122: Leadership is about making a few important decisions, with Mario Di Dio

    Moving to another country isn't easy. Neither are moving from individual contributor to a management role, or moving from management into an executive role. Mario Di Dio has done all three! Mario shares a lot of insights in his journey from being a programmer in Italy, to an executive with a PHD in the USA! Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:15 Innovative Networking with Cryptocurrency 04:13 Mario's Engineering Journey 08:14 Transitioning from Engineer to Manager 13:15 Leadership Styles and Team Dynamics 19:11 Managing Managers and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome 24:55 Decision-Making in Leadership 31:53 The Importance of Speaking Your Truth Takeaways Effective leadership involves responsibility for team growth and mental health. Imposter syndrome is common when transitioning to management roles. Decision-making is a key responsibility of executives. Trusting your team is essential for effective management. Continuous learning is vital for leadership development. Speaking your truth can unlock important conversations.

    34 min

  2. NOV 6

    121: How to use AI as a learning tool for Delegation

    This episode has been a struggle! I am in Cancun Mexico and the internet where I am is terrible. I probably should have just used an interview that I have done, but the topic of Delegation has been so much on my mind this last week that I wanted the episode to be about that. Essentially, delegation is challenging. What I have found in my recent attempts to get better at using AI, is that the framework for using AI and for delegating something to humans is quite similar. the CRIT framework holds true in both cases. Give Context. Assign a Role. Have the person or AI Interview you, or ask questions back. Assign a Task...which needs to be very specific. Sorry that the sound quality isn't what I want and there is no video...but sometimes life happens and we need to roll with it!

    8 min

  3. OCT 30

    120: Future-Proofing leadership in a changing world; with Nogol Madani

    In this day of AI, how can people be sure their job will exist in 3 years. Studies show that people who don't feel secure are far less productive than those who do. How can you create Psychological safety for your team? Not just that their job is safe and they are safe from harm...but that they can feel safe stating unpopular opinions, coming up with ideas and trying new things? This interview with Nogol Madani shows just how important psychological safety is in the workplace. It's not just a nice to have for employees, it's a strategic advantage. Learn more about Nogol on her Linkedin Page.linkedin.com/in/nogolmadaniChapters 00:00 Introduction to Future-Proofing Leadership 05:30 Understanding Psychological Safety 10:13 The Role of Psychological Safety in Transformation 14:40 Creating a Culture of Psychological Safety 18:56 Measuring Psychological Safety 24:23 Facilitating Inclusive Conversations 28:52 Next Steps for Leaders 30:34 Final Communication Advice Takeaways Future-proofing leaders is essential in today's fast-paced work environment. Leadership styles have evolved, but many still cling to outdated practices. Psychological safety is crucial for team performance and engagement. High performance standards should coexist with high psychological safety. Soft skills are becoming more important as hard skills are automated. Creating a culture of psychological safety requires intentional actions. Measuring psychological safety involves observing team behaviors. Facilitating inclusive conversations can enhance team dynamics. Small changes in communication can lead to significant improvements. Listening is a key skill for effective leadership.

    33 min

  4. OCT 23

    119: How strategic rest makes you a better leader: with Erin Wilson

    Rest is not a reward, it should be used as a tool to be a more productive, more creative and more energetic leader. In this interview with Erin Wilson, she talks about the importance of rest, which is not just doing nothing. Rest can be active! Learn more about her and her book at linkedin.com/in/drerinwilsonor designidealconsulting.com Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Communication 01:35 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 06:56 Understanding Relationship Intelligence 11:35 Using Assessments for Team Dynamics 17:31 The Importance of Strategic Rest 23:41 Engagement and Energy in Leadership Takeaways: Leadership is about managing connection, not justperformance. Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership. Understanding relationship intelligence can enhance teamdynamics. Motivation varies among individuals; adapt communicationaccordingly. Using assessments can reveal team strengths and weaknesses. Shared language fosters better communication within teams. Leaders should focus on removing roadblocks for their teams. Strategic rest is essential for clarity and creativity inleadership. Rest is not a reward; it's a necessary rhythm for success. Asking for what you need is a vital leadership skill. Rest is not a reward, it should be used as a tool to be more productive, more creative and more energetic leader. In this interview with Erin Wilson, she talks about the importance of rest, which is not just doing nothing. Rest can be active! Learn more about her and her book at ⁠linkedin.com/in/drerinwilson⁠or ⁠designidealconsulting.com ⁠Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Communication 01:35 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 06:56 Understanding Relationship Intelligence 11:35 Using Assessments for Team Dynamics 17:31 The Importance of Strategic Rest 23:41 Engagement and Energy in Leadership Takeaways: Leadership is about managing connection, not justperformance. Emotional intelligence is crucial for effective leadership. Understanding relationship intelligence can enhance teamdynamics. Motivation varies among individuals; adapt communicationaccordingly. Using assessments can reveal team strengths and weaknesses. Shared language fosters better communication within teams. Leaders should focus on removing roadblocks for their teams. Strategic rest is essential for clarity and creativity inleadership. Rest is not a reward; it's a necessary rhythm for success. Asking for what you need is a vital leadership skill.

    31 min

  5. OCT 16

    118: Empowering Remote Workers; with Kumar Emmarilli

    The Covid pandemic was a challenge for all startups, and it made some of them stronger. In this interview, Kumar Emmarilli talks about what changes and commitments they had to make during the Pandemic. They weren't easy, but they made the company stronger. Learn more about Kumar at linkedin.com/in/kumar-erramilli-17782834 Chapters 00:00 Introduction of Kumar Emmarilli 01:51 Kumar's Journey from Engineer to CTO 03:53 Navigating Leadership Challenges Post-COVID 06:39 Empowering Teams and Managing Expectations 09:50 Understanding Team Dynamics and Growth 11:45 The Role of People and Culture in Startups 14:45 Establishing and Maintaining Company Culture 18:57 Communication Strategies for Effective Leadership Takeaways Kumar transitioned from software engineering to CTO by leading by example. Simplicity in communication is crucial but challenging to achieve. COVID-19 changed the dynamics of team communication, creating silos. Empowering team members requires trust and clear expectations. Understanding individual team member goals is key to effective management. Company culture should be a priority as startups grow. Core values must be embodied in daily actions, not just stated. Effective communication involves both oral and written components. Leaders should recognize and promote internal talent for growth. It's important to provide resources for team members transitioning to management.

    27 min

  6. OCT 9

    117: The power of Self Advocacy with Mila Bassett

    Just because something works for one person, doesn't mean it will work for another. As a coach, Mila Bassett helps people to come up with their own strategies for being more effective.In this episode of NeuroConversant Leadership, Jeremy Doran interviews Mila Bassett, a neurodiversity coach, about her journey from project management to coaching, driven by personal experiences with neurodiversity in her family. They discuss the challenges and strengths of neurodivergent individuals, particularly in the tech industry, and the importance of self-advocacy and personalized strategies for success.Learn more about Mila at https://www.linkedin.com/in/milabassett or https://www.MilaBassettCoaching.com Takeaways Neurodiversity encompasses various neurochemical differences affecting how people function.Mila Bassett transitioned from project management to neurodiversity coaching due to personal experiences.Coaching focuses on helping clients discover personalized strategies for success.ADHD is often misunderstood as a lack of attention rather than a focus on different interests.Self-advocacy is crucial for neurodivergent individuals to thrive in personal and professional settings.Hyperfocus can be both a strength and a challenge for those with ADHD.Creativity and innovation are often linked to neurodivergent individuals.Diversity in teams, including neurodiversity, enhances innovation and development.Personalized strategies, like tracking challenges, help manage ADHD effectively.Effective communication involves asking what support is needed rather than making assumptions.Takeaways

    21 min

  7. OCT 2

    116: Employees who feel seen and heard isn't just a "nice to have"

    Many managers are introverted and need to spend time talking with others or are logical people who need to address emotional issues. Just because those things aren't your tendency, doesn't mean you can't do them. It just takes some extra thought and attention. Chapters 00:00 The 80-20 Rule in Leadership 02:33 Navigating Introversion and Logic in Management 03:10 Advice for introverted people 03:58 Advice for extroverted people 04:38 Make people feel seen and heard 05:09 Advice for logical people 05:44 Advice for feeling people 06:16 The advice is the same for both types of people! 07:05 Feedback please! Takeaways Introversion and logic can pose challenges in leadership. Engaging with employees is crucial for effective management. Structure in conversations helps facilitate communication. Employees who feel seen and heard are more productive. Emotional engagement is important for logical thinkers. Address both logical and emotional aspects in discussions. Recognizing core values aids in effective communication. Flexibility in leadership is essential for growth. Finding common ground enhances team dynamics.

    8 min

  8. SEP 25

    115: Getting and accepting feedback is the key to growth

    I have been thinking about self awareness and our ability to really accept feedback. This is a short episode on this topic. I am in my new studio which isn't quite there yet, and am getting over a chest cold, so my voice is a bit off...but, we march on! On the topic of feedback, I would love yours! reach out to me on linked in at JeremyDoranSpeaks and let me know what you think of both this episode and the podcast in general. I look forward to hearing from you! Self-awareness is crucial.Feedback reveals blind spots.Record yourself for insights.Honest feedback is rare.360 evaluations are valuable.Listen without defending.Anonymous feedback is honest.Consider feedback carefully.Measure what you can.Seek diverse feedback.

    6 min
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Effective Communication in the S.T.E.M. workplace. Jeremy is a leadership coach who specializes in helping engineers and other S.T.E.M. professionals become great managers and leaders. Being a great leader requires exceptional communication skills, especially in environments where there are a lot of Neuro-Diverse people. We explore communicating well with people who think, communicate and see the world very differently than most. The world needs this diversity in order to make progress. Leaders who can communicate well across this diversity will set themselves apart from the rest!

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