EPISODE · Sep 4, 2023 · 15 MIN
Why Leaders Get it Wrong and Embrace Failure
from The Leadership Vision Podcast · host Nathan Freeburg
Send us Fan MailIsn't it time we reframe failure? What if we told you that failing might be the secret ingredient to your success? Or at least failing in the right way. In this next installment of our series, "It's What Leaders Do," this podcast episode explores the counterintuitive concept of embracing failure as essential to leadership success. Inspired by a study of engineers at Google, we delve into setting audacious goals, regardless of the potential for failure - a concept akin to a pole vaulter who always lands safely, no matter the outcome.We also discuss the power of a Strengths-based approach and how it can revolutionize your leadership style. We explore how the freedom to fail, adapt, and express can reveal and enhance the Strengths of individuals and teams. We also underscore the importance of sharing your visions and missed goals, a strategy that can fuel your team's momentum, even when facing setbacks. So, join us in this enlightening episode as we shed light on the art of harnessing failure to propel your leadership journey.Support 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.
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Send us Fan Mail Isn't it time we reframe failure? What if we told you that failing might be the secret ingredient to your success? Or at least failing in the right way. In this next installment of our series, "It's What Leaders Do," this podcast episode explores the counterintuitive concept of embracing failure as essential to leadership success. Inspired by a study of engineers at Google, we delve into setting audacious goals, regardless of the potential for failure - a concept akin to a po...
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