6. The Leader's Shadow: How to be Intentional with the Shadow you Cast

In this episode, Tom and John Miner discuss the concept of the leadership shadow, focusing on the importance of intentional values in shaping leadership influence. They explore how leaders can affect their influence through self-awareness, character, and the alignment of values with actions. The conversation emphasizes the significance of trust, the impact of positive versus fear-driven values, and the ongoing journey of leadership growth. Additionally, they introduce an upcoming training program on values-based leadership, providing practical steps for leaders to enhance their effectiveness.Sign up for the upcoming online training on Values-based Leadership using this link:https://cl-cu.com/Upcoming-Courses-ProgramsJohn Miner is an accomplished executive manager, educator, and consultant with over forty-five years of experience in the electric utility industry. He is president of Collaborative Learning, Inc. of Austin, Texas, a firm that presents management and technical education programs and, through Collaboration Unlimited, provides management consulting services to the electric utility industry. John has been an adult educator for most of his career and has conducted hundreds of educational programs for various audiences in forty states, Canada, and five overseas locations.TakeawaysAs a leader, you influence everyone you interact with.Good leaders are intentional about their values and actions.Positive values generate energy and enthusiasm in teams.Competence alone does not build trust; character is essential.Self-awareness is crucial for understanding your leadership shadow.Leadership growth is a continuous journey, not a destination.Values work is important at every stage of leadership development.Leaders should seek feedback to align actions with stated values.Engagement in training programs enhances leadership effectiveness.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Leadership Shadow01:26 John Miner's Leadership Journey03:51 ACCESS Leadership06:53 The ACCESS Model08:10 Being Intentional in Your Influence09:11 The Risks of Unintentional Leadership12:13 Values generating positive or negative energy15:52 Building Trust Through Competence and Character17:40 The Perils of Perfectionism18:30 Spotting Gaps in Leadership Values19:01 The Importance of Feedback21:46 Understanding Values in Leadership Development22:09 The Barrett Values Model25:30 Upcoming Values-Based Leadership Training28:58 Practical Steps for Intentional Leadership30:25 Wrapping UpTom DeBell, the founder and president of Modern Leadership Solutions, is a Certified Maxwell Coach/Speaker/Trainer, a Full Focus Certified Pro, and a Certified Facilitator in the Six Types of Working Genius.www.modernleadershipsolutions.com