241 Be Human Lead Human with Dr. Jennifer Nash

Leadership Without Losing Your Soul

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jennifer Nash discusses the concept of human-centered leadership and the challenges that leaders face in prioritizing people while also driving performance. She emphasizes the importance of leaders having the skillset to lead people effectively, as many leaders are trained in functional areas but lack the necessary tools to lead individuals. Nash also highlights the need for leaders to see employees as whole human beings with multiple identities and values, rather than just as assets or resources. She suggests that leaders start by leading themselves first and aligning their own values with the organization's values. Finally, Nash also addresses the challenges of compassion fatigue and burnout among leaders and offers strategies for managing these issues, such as setting boundaries and finding activities that recharge and renew energy.

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