EPISODE · Sep 9, 2024 · 21 MIN
Impact or Validation? The Hidden Motives Driving Your Leadership
from SightShift with Chris McAlister · host Chris McAlister
We’re excited to kick off a brand-new podcast series that dives deep into the principles from our book Lead for Impact. In our first episode, Mark Stanifer and I set the stage for a journey that will challenge and inspire you to rethink your approach to leadership. The heart of the episode revolves around a crucial question: “Are you leading for impact or validation?” This is the question every leader needs to ask themselves. Your motives matter, and understanding whether you’re driven by a genuine desire to make a difference or by the need for personal validation is key to becoming a more effective leader. We dive into practical examples that show how the same action - like checking in on a team member or building a legacy - can be motivated by either impact or validation. It’s all about self-awareness and making sure your leadership is aligned with the right intentions. Join us in this series as we explore how you can lead with purpose and make a real difference. --------- CONNECT WITH US: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sightshift 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismcalister/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrChrisMcAlister/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrismcalister 🌐 Website: https://www.sightshift.com/
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We’re excited to kick off a brand-new podcast series that dives deep into the principles from our book Lead for Impact. In our first episode, Mark Stanifer and I set the stage for a journey that will challenge and inspire you to rethink your approach to leadership. The heart of the episode revolves around a crucial question: “Are you leading for impact or validation?” This is the question every leader needs to ask themselves. Your motives matter, and understanding whether you’re driven by a genuine desire to make a difference or by the need for personal validation is key to becoming a more effective leader. We dive into practical examples that show how the same action - like checking in on a team member or building a legacy - can be motivated by either impact or validation. It’s all about self-awareness and making sure your leadership is aligned with the right intentions. Join us in this series as we explore how you can lead with purpose and make a real difference. --------- CONNECT WITH US: 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sightshift 📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrismcalister/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrChrisMcAlister/ 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrismcalister 🌐 Website: https://www.sightshift.com/
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