#14- A Chat With... Yukiko Masui

Navigating Leadership in Dance: Insights with Yukiko MasuiIn this episode of the Lead and Create podcast, host Neus Gil Cortes, an experienced Spanish choreographer, discusses leadership in the dance industry with Yukiko Masui, a Tokyo-born choreographer based in London. Yukiko shares her journey in combining hip hop and contemporary dance, her experience with different leadership styles, and the importance of communication, empathy, and creating a balance between care and pushing physical limits in dance. The conversation also touches on the challenges of working in hierarchical and non-hierarchical environments, the intricacies of co-creating with another choreographer, and the impact of cultural backgrounds on leadership approach. Yukiko's experiences, including her time on the Equity Dance Committee and participating in the Clore Emerging Leadership Workshop, have shaped her leadership philosophy. The episode offers valuable insights into Yukiko's growth as a leader, the process of building meaningful relationships within the dance community, and the significance of self-awareness and intention in leadership roles.If you want to develop your leadership style be sure to book for our Online Leadership Course starting 14 October. Click here