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EPISODE · Jul 7, 2025 · 35 MIN

The LEAD Framework for Effective Leadership | Santosh Akella | #TGV633

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Are you leading or just managing? Coaching mindset mentor Santosh Akella reveals how the most effective leaders use psychology and consistency to unlock their team's full potential.In this episode of The Guiding Voice (TGV), Santosh Akella (L&D Professional and Keynote Speaker) breaks down his signature LEAD Framework (Listen, Empathize, Ask, Develop). From Neural Linguistic Programming (NLP) to Sports Psychology lessons from legends like M.S. Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar, learn how to transform your leadership style for a modern, innovation-driven work environment.Key Takeaways:The LEAD Framework: A 4-step guide to active listening and developing new leaders.The Science of Feedback: Why "praise first" triggers the right hormones (Oxytocin vs. Cortisol) for growth.Consistency over Talent: Why Bruce Lee’s discipline is the ultimate success mantra.Psychological Edge: Using NLP, Neuroscience, and Transactional Analysis in daily interactions.The Billboard Message: The one thing every leader should have on their mind.#Leadership #CoachingMindset #ManagementSkills #TGV #SantoshAkella #PersonalGrowth #NLP #NeuroscienceChapters00:00 - Introduction & The Power of Consistency 02:00 - Meet Santosh Akella: Coaching Mindset Mentor 03:44 - Rapid Fire: Curiosity, AI, and Manifestation 05:48 - What is a "Guiding Voice"? 06:42 - The Bruce Lee Strategy: Why Consistency Beats Talent 07:55 - Why Leaders Need a Coaching Mindset in Industry 4.0 09:49 - The LEAD Framework Explained (Listen, Empathize, Ask, Develop) 12:39 - 4 Pillars: NLP, Sports Psychology, TA, and Neuroscience 13:33 - Using NLP and Anchoring for Better Behavior 17:47 - The Neuroscience of Feedback: Oxytocin vs. Cortisol 21:30 - Sports Psychology: Process-Oriented Goals (The Dhoni Way) 24:58 - Transactional Analysis: Parent, Adult, and Child Ego States 28:46 - Rapid Fire 2: The Most Underrated Leadership Trait 30:53 - 3 Steps to Start Your Coaching Journey Today 33:10 - Trivia: 3 Surprising Facts About Ratan Tata’s EmpathyGuest LI profile link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshakella/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: http://surl.li/tmksmIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate through PayPalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk, enroll in this course: http://surl.li/tmksiTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: http://surl.li/tmkryAmazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvteluguAudio:http://surl.li/tmksp(#tgvhindi)http://surl.li/tmksx (#tgvtelugu)FOLLOW ON X:@guidingvoice@naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you leading or just managing? Coaching mindset mentor Santosh Akella reveals how the most effective leaders use psychology and consistency to unlock their team's full potential.In this episode of The Guiding Voice (TGV), Santosh Akella (L&D Professional and Keynote Speaker) breaks down his signature LEAD Framework (Listen, Empathize, Ask, Develop). From Neural Linguistic Programming (NLP) to Sports Psychology lessons from legends like M.S. Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar, learn how to transform your leadership style for a modern, innovation-driven work environment.Key Takeaways:The LEAD Framework: A 4-step guide to active listening and developing new leaders.The Science of Feedback: Why "praise first" triggers the right hormones (Oxytocin vs. Cortisol) for growth.Consistency over Talent: Why Bruce Lee’s discipline is the ultimate success mantra.Psychological Edge: Using NLP, Neuroscience, and Transactional Analysis in daily interactions.The Billboard Message: The one thing every leader should have on their mind.#Leadership #CoachingMindset #ManagementSkills #TGV #SantoshAkella #PersonalGrowth #NLP #NeuroscienceChapters00:00 - Introduction & The Power of Consistency 02:00 - Meet Santosh Akella: Coaching Mindset Mentor 03:44 - Rapid Fire: Curiosity, AI, and Manifestation 05:48 - What is a "Guiding Voice"? 06:42 - The Bruce Lee Strategy: Why Consistency Beats Talent 07:55 - Why Leaders Need a Coaching Mindset in Industry 4.0 09:49 - The LEAD Framework Explained (Listen, Empathize, Ask, Develop) 12:39 - 4 Pillars: NLP, Sports Psychology, TA, and Neuroscience 13:33 - Using NLP and Anchoring for Better Behavior 17:47 - The Neuroscience of Feedback: Oxytocin vs. Cortisol 21:30 - Sports Psychology: Process-Oriented Goals (The Dhoni Way) 24:58 - Transactional Analysis: Parent, Adult, and Child Ego States 28:46 - Rapid Fire 2: The Most Underrated Leadership Trait 30:53 - 3 Steps to Start Your Coaching Journey Today 33:10 - Trivia: 3 Surprising Facts About Ratan Tata’s EmpathyGuest LI profile link:https://www.linkedin.com/in/santoshakella/CONNECT WITH THE HOST ON LINKEDIN:Naveen Samala: http://surl.li/tmksmIf you'd like to contribute to our mission, please donate through PayPalhttps://paypal.me/NaveenSamlaIf you wish to become a productivity monk, enroll in this course: http://surl.li/tmksiTGV Inspiring Lives Volume 1 & 2 are on Amazon:Vol 2: Notion Press: http://surl.li/tmkryAmazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0CQ2J7BM8Vol 1: Kindle:https://amzn.eu/d/cKTKtyCPaperback:https://amzn.eu/d/4Y1HAXj#TGV is available in Hindi & Telugu:https://youtube.com/@tgvhindihttps://youtube.com/@tgvteluguAudio:http://surl.li/tmksp(#tgvhindi)http://surl.li/tmksx (#tgvtelugu)FOLLOW ON X:@guidingvoice@naveensamalaExplore more at: https://www.theguidingvoice.net Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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