Are you a rising leader who longs to achieve your greatest potential? Discover YOUR leadership style and learn to lead under any kind of pressure.
Jenn Donahue – Navy veteran, civil engineer and business founder – believes that the key to developing your leadership style is to first know yourself, then to know your team, and then to take the time to build trust.
Show Notes
- [01.34] A career in the military and a passion for leadership.
- [03.22] Leadership in the Navy.
- [04.15] Figuring out what kind of leader you are.
- [06.17] A different way to lead.
- [07.43] The steps to take to be a better leader.
- [09.37] Implementing who YOU are as a leader.
- [12.42] Building trust within your team.
- [14.07] Research and the three traits of leadership.
- [16.18] A shift in leadership styles in both corporates and the military.
- [19.29] Combining selfless leaders with high performance.
- [21.22] Practical advice when assuming a new leadership role.
- [22.37] Listen and learn.
- [25.17] Dispelling myths about the younger generation.
- [27.07] The benefits of leadership training.
- [29.10] The rules of engagement when working in a team.
- [32.07] Transforming an industry.
- [34.00] The importance of timing.
- [35.44] Accelerating too quickly.
Learn more about Jenn
Jenn has a new book coming out next year, but in the meantime you can get in touch with her via LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram. Alternatively, contact Jenn via her website.
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Quotes
“It all starts with understanding who you are.” – Jenn Donahue
“Starting with the team, you have to earn trust.” – Jenn Donahue
“As a leader, it’s not about you anymore, it’s about the team.” – Jenn Donahue
“People are not necessarily looking for those bold, fearless leaders. They want to follow somebody who is empathetic and cares for them.” – Jenn Donahue
“You can have really high performing teams, if you are a selfless leader as well.” – Jenn Donahue
“Get to know your team.” – Jenn Donahue
“The rule is, that it’s the team that gets the last person over the line, that wins” – Lisa Linfield
“Do the best job that you can, in your current job.” – Jenn Donahue
“I think there is nothing more damaging to a person than accelerating too quickly.” – Lisa Linfield
“If we concentrate on being the best we can, we will get noticed for that.” – Jenn Donahue