50. Amplifying the leader and his vision

Having now completed all of Amplify questions, in this episode, Jonathan reflects on the difference it’s made both to him as a leader and to his vision of change. Was it worth all that “heavy lifting”? You’ll discover why this is a critical part of a leader’s communication, and yet is sadly rarely done. 00:00 Reflections on the Amplify experience 04:55 Imagining how people might react to the vision. 09:40 The importance of resonance. 13:40 Fog that causes tune out. 16:30 Seeing the faces of those he’s speaking to. 19:38 Feeling profound anxiety when the vision first emerged. 23:00 Our immigration conversation tested every part of the vision. 27:00 Is this a political vision? 30:14 We’re asking ourselves, “Are we in the same world anymore?” 36:49 Channeling anger into action. 43:30 Putting a face on those you want to reach. 52:25 Feeling more at home now. 53:27 The vital importance of the kitchen table. 58:00 Your vision has changed you. 1:03:00 In Amplify, you figured out have to express it so others get it too. 1:06:40 Is it more doable now? 1:09:00 Why were you surprised that you Amplify before you speak? 1:13:00 Amplify seemed to say to me that it’s not about perfecting the language. 1:16:00 Amplify “invites” them in to your vision. Produced by NOVA