Rachel Stone on Mastering Transformational Leadership | Author of ‘Spend Time With Me
- Expert in transformational leadership
- Author of “Spend Time With Me”
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Overview
In episode of The Brand Called You, Ashutosh Garg hosts Rachel Stone, a transformational leadership coach and the author of “Spend Time With Me.” Throughout the episode, they discuss Rachel’s unique journey and delve into the nuances of transformational leadership, generational differences in the workplace, and the importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Here’s a concise breakdown of the key takeaways from their conversation.
[00:00:08] – Introduction to Rachel Stone
- Expert in transformational leadership
- Author of “Spend Time With Me”
- Journey from a tumultuous family background to becoming a transformational leader
[00:04:29] – Exploring the Leadership Gap
- Difference between leader’s perception and team’s perception
- Importance of understanding both perspectives
- Skilled leaders view the world through the eyes of their team members
[00:05:23] – Inspiration for Focusing on Transformational Leadership
- Discovering the GROW model
- Transitioning from a leader with all the answers to one who inspires others to think independently
- Importance of developing the team’s success through coaching
[00:06:49] – Transitioning to Transformational Leadership
- Importance of not suddenly changing without communication
- Need for a cultural change and leading with an inspiring vision
- Leaders should move from being operational to being inspirational
[00:08:15] – Importance of Self-Awareness in Leadership
- Learning how team members prefer communication
- Importance of mutual understanding for effective connection
[00:09:54] – Trust in Team Engagement and Performance
- Leaders must be trustworthy to be followed
- Trust is foundational for effective team dynamics
- Behavioral habits that create trust are essential
[00:10:58] – Indicators of Successful Transformational Leadership
- Ability to take a holiday without worrying about work
- Autonomous learners and a feedback culture within the team
- Clearly defined behaviors and values
[00:12:05] – Impact of Vulnerability in Leadership
- Leaders showing vulnerability during crises, like the COVID-19 pandemic
- Transparency and honesty in communication
- Building trust through shared experiences and challenges
[00:14:15] – Managing Generational Differences in the Workplace
- Understanding the varied experiences of different generations
- Self-awareness and understanding others’ perspectives
- Use of tools like disc profiling for better communication
[00:17:54] – Importance of Cultural Intelligence in Global Teams
- Cultural experiences extend beyond nationality or race
- Importance of understanding individual experiences and social conditioning
- An inclusive environment beyond just diverse hires
[00:18:15] – Creating Belonging for Remote Teams
- Defined purpose and inspirational vision
- Clear code of conduct and effective communication
- Moving away from just efficient communication to effective, meaningful interactions
[00:20:34] – Role of Emotional Intelligence in Hybrid Teams
- Psychological safety as a component of emotional intelligence
- Understanding profiles and motivational drivers
- Building emotional literacy within teams
[00:22:17] – Creating Inclusive Environments Across Generations
- Starting with self-awareness
- Meaningful one-to-one exchanges based on mutual understanding
- Use of profiling tools to understand and adapt to different communication styles
Conclusion:
Rachel Stone’s insights on transformational leadership highlight the importance of self-awareness, trust, vulnerability, and effective communication in leading teams successfully. Her diverse experiences bring valuable perspectives to the conversation about evolving leadership styles in today’s hybrid and globally connected work environments. For more in-depth knowledge, listen to the full episode of The Brand Called You.
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- Expert in transformational leadership
- Author of “Spend Time With Me”
- Journey from a tumultuous family background to becoming a transformational leader
