Encore Episode: Self-awareness as the Key to Leading with Impact

“It is self-awareness that allows the best business-builders to walk the tightrope of leadership: projecting conviction while simultaneously remaining humble enough to be open to new ideas and opposing opinions.”  -“How Leaders Become Self-Aware” by Anthony K. Tjan More information can be found at www.socialchangeleaders.net Today we have another encore episode. The pandemic has forced people to examine their leadership style, ability to deal with change and self care habits. All of these require a high level of self-awareness. In this episode we talk about one of the most effective things you can do as a leader; to become self-aware.  By doing this you can not only have more impact in your work but you will be more effective with your team, as a communicator and in setting important boundaries.  We will go through some important steps to build deeper levels of self-awareness. In this episode we discuss:  What self awareness is and why it is important How to recognize ego-based leaders and why they are toxic Building self awareness to be a better social change leader through the following: Begin to really see yourself as a leader and embrace that role Understand your own style, motivations, strengths and weaknesses Embrace ongoing learning Align your work with your values    In this episode, we reference:  Social Change Leaders Podcast Episode #51: Using Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation to Improve the Lives of All Seniors: A Conversation with Lisa Marsh Ryerson, President AARP Foundation Social Change Leaders Podcast Episode #25: Culture and White Body Supremacy: A Conversation with Resmaa Menakam Social Change Leaders Podcast Episode #50: What Type of Social Change Leader Are You? Quiz - What Type of Social Change Leader Are You?   Online Course: Turn Your Passion Into Impact Genuine Impact, Stephanie - Genuine Impact Social Motion, Traci - Social Motion