Nobody Believes You: Why Having a Vision is Important S5 EP8

Redefining Communications with Jenni Field

In the eighth episode of Season 5, Jenni explores the concept of being visionary as one of the eight practices essential for credible leadership. She provides a definition of visionary and emphasises the importance of clear communication, passion, and the ability to inspire action.

Jenni also outlines three key steps to build this practice: inspiring others through courage and vulnerability, adapting communication to different environments, and maintaining consistency in storytelling. Tune in to the full episode to learn how to create purpose and drive through effective visionary leadership!

Episode Timestamps:

  • 00:31 - Defining Visionary as a Leader
  • 01:06 - The Importance of Communication in Visionary Leadership
  • 02:13 - Consequences of Lacking Vision
  • 05:09 - Building Visionary Leadership

Key Takeaways From This Episode:

  • Visionary is about the ability to clearly communicate where you're going and inspire others
  • It's not merely being a "visionary leader" like Steve Jobs but about articulation and passion for the future
  • Without clear vision, teams cannot understand their purpose, leading to apathy and disorganised efforts
  • 3 practical steps for building visionary as a practice


Thank you for listening! 

Keep the conversation going, ask questions and share your thinking by joining the Redefining Communications community, and connecting with Jenni on LinkedIn, Instagram and X(Twitter).

Important Links & Mentions: 

  • How to Become a Credible Leader [Free Resources Included!]
  • Join the Redefining Communications Community

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