(E12) Why your network matters
An episode of the Leaders with impact podcast, hosted by Lee Griffith, titled "(E12) Why your network matters" was published on February 5, 2024 and runs 15 minutes.
February 5, 2024 ·15m · Leaders with impact
Summary
Today we’re talking about networks and why they’re an important part of your personal leadership strategy. It doesn’t matter whether you’re an extrovert, introvert or ambivert. If you pride yourself in knowing a lot of people or you’d rather be able to count your network on one hand. Because there’s actually a lot more to take into consideration about who you surround yourself with as a leader.In this episode we’re exploring why your network needs to shift and change as you evolve and how curating yours can be the difference in the impact you make as a leader. We cover:The difference between networks and networkingWhy your networks are importantThe different types of networks at playHow to recognise who is in your networkCurating and editing your networkReflecting on the role you play in networksResources and helpful linksAbout leaders with impactWant to know the secret of great leaders? In Leaders with impact we'll be exploring what makes an impactful leader; sharing stories of success and strategies that set them apart.If you are ambitious for your organisation but are struggling to identify what you can do differently as a leader to deliver the right improvements, then hit subscribe to learn how you can get clear on your strategy, implement some self-leadership and connect with those you serve.New episodes are released every fortnight. Get in touchIf you enjoyed the episode please leave a review on Apple podcasts (or your app of choice) and let me know what you thought on LinkedIn or instagram. I’ll be back with the next episode in two weeks so in the meantime remember to sign up to my newsletter to get notified of new episodes, guest appearances and further insights on how to lead with impact.
Episode Description
Today we’re talking about networks and why they’re an important part of your personal leadership strategy. It doesn’t matter whether you’re an extrovert, introvert or ambivert. If you pride yourself in knowing a lot of people or you’d rather be able to count your network on one hand. Because there’s actually a lot more to take into consideration about who you surround yourself with as a leader.
In this episode we’re exploring why your network needs to shift and change as you evolve and how curating yours can be the difference in the impact you make as a leader.
We cover:
- The difference between networks and networking
- Why your networks are important
- The different types of networks at play
- How to recognise who is in your network
- Curating and editing your network
- Reflecting on the role you play in networks
Resources and helpful links
About leaders with impact
Want to know the secret of great leaders? In Leaders with impact we'll be exploring what makes an impactful leader; sharing stories of success and strategies that set them apart.
If you are ambitious for your organisation but are struggling to identify what you can do differently as a leader to deliver the right improvements, then hit subscribe to learn how you can get clear on your strategy, implement some self-leadership and connect with those you serve.
New episodes are released every fortnight.
Get in touch
If you enjoyed the episode please leave a review on Apple podcasts (or your app of choice) and let me know what you thought on LinkedIn or instagram.
I’ll be back with the next episode in two weeks so in the meantime remember to sign up to my newsletter to get notified of new episodes, guest appearances and further insights on how to lead with impact.
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