Layered Leadership: Unlocking Creativity and Building a Thriving Leadership Culture with Larry Armstrong

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Leadership Vision Podcast, we sit down with Larry Armstrong, former CEO turned artist and author, to discuss his new book, Layered Leadership. Larry shares how his background in architecture, art, and leadership shaped his philosophy and how layers—whether in design, strategy, or personal growth—are key to success.We discuss:How creativity enhances leadership and decision-makingThe importance of self-awareness in leadership growthWhy long-term, daring goals fuel team engagement and successThe connection between personal well-being and effective leadershipHow integrating multiple disciplines, like art and business, strengthens leadershipKey Quotes:🗣 “The way I conceive my art, the way I provide leadership, and the way I built my company is in layers.” – Larry Armstrong🗣 “Being an artist made me a better CEO. And being a CEO made me a better artist.” – Larry Armstrong🗣 “Self-awareness comes from a mixture of self-doubt, ambition, and learning from mistakes.” – Larry Armstrong🗣 “Long-term goals create a clear path forward and allow teams to stay aligned with a vision.” – Larry ArmstrongAction Item:Take a moment to reflect: How can you integrate creativity into your leadership? Whether through art, music, or even a different way of problem-solving—challenge yourself to think beyond traditional leadership frameworks.Resources Mentioned:Layered Leadership by Larry ArmstrongMore about Larry’s work –Leadership Vision’s insights on team cultureSupport the show-Read the full blog post here!CONTACT USemail: [email protected] FacebookLeadership Vision OnlineABOUTThe Leadership Vision Podcast is a weekly show sharing our expertise in discovering, practicing, and implementing a Strengths-based approach to people, teams, and culture. Contact us to talk to us about helping your team understand the power of Strengths.