029: The 5 Ps of Leading from the Heart with Dalia Feldheim

Evolve: A New Era of Leadership

How can we gauge the power and impact of leading from the heart? Often overlooked, leading from this space can be empowering, and helps team members feel seen, safe and supported.

This week’s episode features Dalia Feldheim, a visionary leader reshaping the landscape of business leadership. Dalia's journey began with a mission to inspire unconventional leadership approaches. Her pivotal role in the "Like a Girl" campaign at P&G underscores her knack for resonant messaging.

Dalia's narrative of triumph isn't devoid of challenges. A poignant encounter with a supervisor ignited her drive to harmonize authenticity in a dynamic environment. She imparts strategies for integrating personal identity into leadership at its most effective, and delves into the nuances of gender-diverse leadership styles.

At the core of this episode are the "5 Ps of Leading from the Heart," a framework woven with empathy, empowerment, and ethics. Dalia sheds light on combating burnout through heart-centered leadership and transforming feedback into a catalyst for growth.

Discover her insights on fostering psychological safety, cultivating complementary teams, and unearthing pivotal moments of self-awareness. Dalia's calming ritual and musical connection offer a glimpse into the soul of her authentic leadership philosophy. Tune in to be inspired, enlightened, and equipped to lead with heart.

We talk about:

• [3:20] What started her on the journey of encouraging business leaders to lead differently

• [6:30] The "stickiness" behind the Like a Girl Campaign that made it so poignant

• [9:20] Having a past manager diminish her for her passions

• [14:20] Adapting ourselves to fit the mold of the environment we’re in

• [15:30] How to confidently bring all parts of you to your leadership style

• [17:05] The differences between men and women leaders

• [19:25] The 5 Ps of leading from the heart

• [21:25] Burnout as a silent crisis

• [24:40] ROI – interaction versus investment

• [27:20] How psychological safety starts

• [31:30] Looking at feedback as medicine

• [37:50] Hiring complimentary skills

• [46:55] A moment that gave her deepend self awareness

• [47:45] A practice or ritual that helps keep her in a calm or more regulated state

• [48:40] A song or genre of music that makes her feel connected to something bigger than herself

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Link to TEDX: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAUIJlAhW5c&t=11s&ab_channel=TEDxTalks

• Link to book testimonials: https://daliafeldheim.com/lead-like-a-girl-book

• Special 40% off offer till September 30, 2023. Use code DRGRL23: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781538163528

Connect with Dalia

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dalia.feldheim/

• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dalia-feldheim-bb9309/

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