Exploring with Purpose with Dr. Jonathan Reams

Send us Fan MailJonathan Reams, PhD, is currently doing action research projects exploring how to scale micro-skill development for habituating core leadership practices. He approaches this work drawing on experiences from holding a position at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) from 2007 until 2024, serving as editor-in-chief of Integral Review from 2005 to 2023, and being chief creative officer at the Center for Transformative Leadership and Adeptify.A  Few Quotes From This Episode"You may think your inner state is invisible, but you can’t hide it.”“The success of the intervention is primarily due to the interior condition of the intervener.”“Resilience isn’t about bouncing back to normal—it’s about expanding your capacity.”“Leaders create the weather. Your energy is the signal everyone else reads first.”“Knowing about something isn’t the same as learning how to do it.”Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeArticle: Amal and Berndt’s paper on the knowing–doing gapBook: An Everyone Culture by Kegan and LaheyBook: The Outward Mindset by The Arbinger InstituteBook: Theory U by Otto ScharmerOrganization: HeartMath InstituteTool: MindLog by Theo DawsonAbout The International Leadership Association (ILA)The ILA was created in 1999 to bring together professionals interested in studying, practicing, and teaching leadership. Plan for Prague - October 15-18, 2025!About  Scott J. AllenWebsiteWeekly Newsletter: Practical Wisdom for LeadersBlogMy Approach to HostingThe views of my guests do not constitute "truth." Nor do they reflect my personal views in some instances. However, they are views to consider, and I hope they help you clarify your perspective. Nothing can replace your reflection, research, and exploration of the topic. ♻️ Please share with others and follow/subscribe to the podcast!⭐️ Please leave a review on Apple, Spotify, or your platform of choice.➡️ Follow me on LinkedIn for more on leadership, communication, and tech.📜 Subscribe to my weekly newsletter featuring four hand-picked articles.🌎 You can learn more about my work on my Website.