Evolve Your Leadership: Authenticity & Strategy vs. Being Fake
🎙️ Exciting News! In this episode of The Leadership Toolkit podcast, host Mike Phillips sits down with leadership expert Mike Ashie. Mike Ashie is renowned for his no-nonsense approach to leadership development. He leads through strategy and authenticity. Today he shares actionable insights on building self-confidence, effective communication, and earning team respect. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leader who’s been featured in Forbes, SUCCESS Magazine, and The Dr. Phil Show.
Mike and Mike have a great discussion on how to lead people across multiple generations and how to be a leader with strategy and authenticity. Tips on how to grow your workforce across GenX to Gen Alpha, how to communicate better, and how to drive results. We discuss how generationally it isn’t lack of work ethic, it’s a shift in overall communication.
Mike Ashie is renowned for his no-nonsense approach to leadership development. Today he shares actionable insights on building self-confidence, effective communication, and earning team respect. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a leader who’s been featured in Forbes, SUCCESS Magazine, and The Dr. Phil Show.
Mike gains insight from an unconventional route through the hospitality sector to becoming a leadership authority. This underscores a pivotal theme – the power of pursuing your passion, regardless of the initial reaction from the establishment. His story is a testament to perseverance, highlighting how ‘roadblocks,’ rather than stopping us in our tracks, can redirect us toward unanticipated, more fulfilling paths.
🧰 The Workbench: My Key Takeaways From This Episode
1️⃣ Embrace the Unpredictable: Like Mike’s transition from hospitality to leadership consulting, your greatest opportunities may arise from unexpected changes.
2️⃣ Leadership IS for Everyone: You don’t need an official title to lead. Start where you are, with what you have, and lead by example.
3️⃣ Technology as a Catalyst: Integrate technological advancements, like AI, not just for operational efficiency but as tools for enhancing leadership and team engagement.
4️⃣ Listen to Understand: The hallmark of great leaders. Active listening to colleagues and employees fosters trust, motivation, and a sense of belonging.
5️⃣ Stay Authentic: Particularly with younger generations in the workforce who value sincerity and Clarity. Understand the ‘why’ behind tasks to motivate and engage effectively.
Plus check out these key moments during the show:
00:00:00 – Welcome to The Leadership Toolkit
00:02:00 – Meet Mike Ashie: Leadership Expert
00:04:15 – Building a Leadership Brand on YouTube
00:06:30 – The Power of Strategic Leadership
00:09:00 – How Gen Z is Redefining Workplace Dynamics
00:12:15 – Tackling Misconceptions About Millennials & Gen Z
00:15:30 – AI in Leadership: A Game-Changer or Challenge?
00:18:00 – Key Strategies for Leading
00:21:30 – The Art of Listening & Mentorship in Leadership
00:25:00 – Navigating Social Media’s Impact on Leadership
00:28:30 – Why Boredom Fuels Creativity and Innovation
00:31:00 – Staying Authentic as a Leader: Mike’s Advice
00:35:15 – Embracing "I Don’t Know" in Leadership
00:39:00 – Learning From Others While Staying True to Yourself
00:43:00 – Take Action: Stop Waiting for Permission
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