The Leaders of Today Should Not Be the Leaders of Tomorrow

In this episode of 'Impactful Teamwork,' host Julia Felton welcomes Maria Brink, founder and president of Zynergy International. The discussion centres on the need for a shift from traditional, hyper-masculine leadership models to more balanced, inclusive, and ecologically mindful approaches. Maria shares insights from her book, 'The Leadership We Need,' emphasising the importance of incorporating diverse voices, widening circles of connection, and balancing masculine and feminine leadership traits. The conversation also explores the concept of 'poly crises' and what can be learned from indigenous and animal leadership structures. Both Julia and Maria highlight how AI and modern challenges necessitate a more empathetic, adaptive, and inclusive form of leadership moving forward.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:52 The Evolution of Leadership Culture05:21 Mindset Shifts for Sustainable Leadership05:45 The Three Pillars of Modern Leadership08:03 Balancing Masculine and Feminine Traits11:33 The Role of AI in Future Leadership17:54 Unconscious Bias in Leadership21:15 Addressing the Poly Crisis21:40 The Impact of Monopolised Leadership22:45 Understanding the Public Crisis24:02 The Role of AI and Biotechnology26:34 Leadership Lessons from Nature30:38 Insights from Indigenous Populations34:38 The Importance of Belonging and Connection36:23 Conclusion and Book InformationPlease connect with Maria on LinkedIn hereYou can purchase Maria's book - Book The Leadership We Need at all good online book storesConnect with Julia:WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTake the IMPACTFUL Teamwork Quiz to assess your team's communication, creativity culture, goal clarity, and conflict resolution skills!Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on Spotify