Manage Like a Mother with Valerie Cockerell

Manage Like a Mother with Valerie Cockerell Introduction: Introduction of Valerie Cockerell, a member of the legendary Cockerell family and former Disney Institute facilitator.Highlights of Valerie's extensive experience in leadership and consulting.Discussion of Valerie's new book, "Manage Like a Mother." Segment 1: From France to Disney: Valerie's Journey Valerie shares her motivation for leaving France at 16 and moving to London to learn English.How her experience in London led to an opportunity at Disney.The impact of Disney's training and culture on personal and professional development. Segment 2: Learning from Disney's Training and Culture Discussion on Disney's exceptional training programs and company culture.How Disney's approach to leadership and employee engagement sets it apart.Insights into the long-lasting effects of Disney's training on employees. Segment 3: "Manage Like a Mother" - Valerie's New Book Valerie introduces her new book, "Manage Like a Mother," and its premise.Exploring the parallels between effective mothering and leadership.The importance of nurturing, guiding, and supporting team members. Segment 4: Setting Expectations and Dispensing Tough Love Valerie discusses the significance of setting clear expectations in leadership.The role of constructive feedback and tough love in guiding team members.How leaders can learn from mothers in providing feedback and support. Segment 5: Simplifying Leadership and Embracing Long-Term Commitment Valerie shares her insights on keeping leadership simple and focusing on basic principles.Discussion on the long-term commitment required in both parenting and leadership.How leaders can apply lessons from mothering to enhance their leadership skills. Conclusion: Appreciation for Valerie's insights and discussion.Reminder to listeners about where to find Valerie's book and more about her work.Closing remarks from Dr. Allen Lycka and anticipation for future episodes. Outro: Promotional messages for the Life Quality Assessment and Dr. Allen Lycka's website.Encouragement for listeners to engage with the show and continue their journey to a fantastic life. Credits: Acknowledgment of Valerie Cockerell's contribution as a guest.Attribution for music used in the episode.Contact information for Dr. Allen Lycka's website and social media.