15. Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley on Responding to Feedback

Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way

Welcome to another insightful episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way"! Join your host Alex Culley in a thought-provoking conversation with two exceptional guests—internationally acclaimed author and leadership pioneer, Ken Blanchard, and trust expert Randy Conley, who share insights from their lives and their new co-authored book, "Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook: A 52-Week Game Plan for Becoming a Trusted Servant Leader"
Ken Blanchard, the founder and Chief Spiritual Officer of Blanchard, is recognized globally as one of the most influential thinkers in modern leadership. With a legacy that includes "The One Minute Manager" and more than 60 other books which have been translated into over 42 languages, Ken is a bestselling author and an Amazon Hall of Famer. His contributions to management and leadership have earned him prestigious awards, including the National Speakers Association's Council of Peers Award of Excellence and the HRD Hall of Fame by Training magazine. Randy Conley, the Vice President and Trust Practice Leader at Blanchard, co-author of "Simple Truths of Leadership Playbook," is a recognized authority in the fields of trust and leadership. Randy's work extends to organizations worldwide, helping them build and restore trust in the workplace. An award-winning blogger and highly sought after speaker, Randy's expertise is recognized by Trust Across America, Inc.com, and the American Management Association.
In this episode, Ken and Randy share personal experiences with feedback, touch on overcoming challenges and responding to insights that are tough to hear. Ken reflects on feedback from his early career about his writing skills, while Randy recounts a moment when he lost his cool in response to feedback from his team, detailing how he rebuilt trust with authenticity and humility. The trio explores essential topics like ego, self-advocacy vs. self-promotion, hero worship, and effective strategies for giving and receiving feedback. The conversation is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering practical insights that listeners can apply to their own leadership journeys.
Don't miss this episode of "Learning the Hard Way the Easy Way," where Ken Blanchard and Randy Conley share their invaluable experiences and expertise on leadership, feedback, and the path to personal and professional growth. Subscribe now and join us for a conversation that will inspire and empower!
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