E76: Simplifying the Paradoxes of Leadership with Dave Ulrich

You might have missed some of our earlier episodes with powerhouse thought leaders and experts. I’m excited to bring back one of our most popular episodes from last year for an encore. Whether you're hearing it for the first time, or you're giving it a second listen, I hope you enjoy this insightful conversation.In this episode, I talk to the legendary Dave Ulrich. Dave is a well-known, highly acclaimed speaker, author, and professor. Dave has been ranked as the #1 management guru by Business Week and has a passion for ideas with impact. His bestselling books and popular speeches have helped shape the corporate agenda, and his work has completely revolutionized the way human resources is practiced and viewed in companies today.You’ll hear Dave offer his savvy, no-nonsense, and practical thoughts about the multiple paradoxes leaders face and how to resolve them. We talk about the balance between task and relationship and how great leaders spend their time and energy.  He emphasizes the importance of taking care of others, forming strong bonds and relationships, and co-creating a sustainable business with others. While complexity and uncertainty are givens,  human connection and our guiding principles provide a simplifying compass to help us navigate the way forward. In this episode:The human aspect of leadershipJudging people by more than just their behavior. What is their intent?Providing value through giving people what they need, not what we knowBeing a leader does not mean knowing everythingThe importance of co-creation in leadership Navigating complexity and uncertaintyKeeping it simple is an artAnd more!The episode originally aired on May 02, 2023.Resource Links:Dave Ulrich is the Rensis Likert Professor at the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan and a partner at the RBL Group, a consulting firm focused on helping organizations and leaders deliver value. He has published over 200 articles and over 30 books. He edited Human Resource Management (1990-99), coached successful business leaders, and is a Distinguished Fellow in the National Academy of Human Resources. You can find Dave’s books here.Connect with today’s guest on LinkedIn: Dave UlrichConnect with Janet Ioli:Website: janetioli.comLinkedin: Janet IoliInstagram: @leadershipcoachjanetIf you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days, check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts.  Select “Listen in Apple Podcasts,” then choose the “Ratings & Reviews” tab to share what you think.  Produced by Ideablossoms