Wrapping up the Transitioning Leaders Series

Psych in Business

In this episode of the Psych in Business podcast, host Dr. Ernest Wayde provides a comprehensive summary of the prior three-week series dedicated to exploring the crucial topic of transitioning leaders provided by Dr. Schroyer, Dr. Thorne, and Dr. Ramsel, each shedding light on different facets of leadership.

The first episode, featuring Dr. Schroyer, delves into the fundamental aspect of self-awareness in leadership. Dr. Wayde underlines the significance of leaders understanding themselves, sharing a compelling anecdote about a CEO whose lack of self-awareness negatively impacted her team. The case illustrates the importance of introspection and self-management, particularly in high-stress situations.

Dr. Thorne takes center stage in the second episode, focusing on leading others. Dr. Wayde discusses the challenges many leaders face in performance management, emphasizing the necessity of engaging in tough yet respectful conversations to hold team members accountable. A real-world example highlights the pitfalls of avoiding individual discussions and opting for a broad team approach.

The final installment features Dr. Ramsel, who shares insights on leading the business and organizational aspects. Dr. Wayde expresses his passion for strategic planning and recounts instances where leaders lacked clarity on its importance.

Throughout the summary, Dr. Wayde consistently advocates for continuous improvement in leadership skills. He encourages leaders to focus on self-awareness, leading others, and leading the business, even if they find themselves in a situation where all three areas need attention simultaneously.

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