In this episode, Chris Deaver, who has shaped culture at companies like Disney and Apple, dives into the future of leadership and team dynamics. How can we balance innovation with empathy and foster a workplace culture that stands the test of time?

️Topics discussed in this episode

☑️ How can curiosity unlock new dimensions in leadership?

☑️ Can ego be replaced with empowerment?

☑️ How do we create not just safe spaces, but brave spaces?

☑️ What’s the secret to balancing honesty and empathy?

☑️ Is empowerment the future of leadership?

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Our guest today is Dr. Jonathan Thorp, Chief Learning Officer at Quantum Connections. Dr. Thorp is a renowned expert in relational competency, with a focus on neuro and quantum social sciences. With 25 years of service in the United States Navy as a Naval Aviator and Flight Instructor, and later corporate leadership roles at JPMorgan Chase & Co., Dr. Thorp brings a unique blend of military discipline, corporate insight, and educational expertise.

In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Dr. Thorp discuss:

• How leaders can foster psychological safety in their teams to combat burnout and disengagement.
• The power of ‘mirroring’ in leadership communication and its role in building understanding.
• How affirmations can transform workplace interactions, boosting morale and productivity.
• Insights into the "safe conversations dialogue" framework and how it helps resolve conflicts without judgment.
• The critical role relational competency plays in leadership, team success, and employee retention.

For more information about Dr. Jonathan Thorp and his work, please visit https://safeconversations.com/

To learn more about our books or Scaling Culture Masterclass on building resilient, high-performing teams, please visit Scalingculture.org

Our guest today is Bob McDonald – former United States Secretary of Veterans Affairs and former CEO of Procter & Gamble. Bob brings a wealth of experience and wisdom in leadership, having guided both military and corporate teams through complex challenges. His focus on values-based leadership and attention to detail has set a high standard in organizational culture.

In this episode of Scaling Culture, Ron and Bob discuss:

• The importance of aligning personal values with organizational goals
• Strategies for building a culture of trust and accountability
• Insights on leading through crises and driving organizational change
• The role of empathy in leadership and how it can impact team performance

For more information about Bob or his work, please follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-mcdonald-188b2a193/

To learn more about our books or our Scaling Culture Masterclass on how to build and sustain a resilient, high performing team, please go to ScalingCulture.Org.

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