Why More "Authenticity" is Feeling More Fake - with David Fish

In this conversation, Alena Bennett and David Fish explore the multifaceted nature of business success, emphasising the importance of connection, authenticity, and visibility in leadership. They discuss how leaders can navigate tough times, the balance between money and people, and the significance of storytelling and packaging in business. Fishy shares insights from his aeronautics and aviation experience, highlighting the need for focus and clarity in high-pressure situations.To reach out to David Fish: https://www.davidfish.com.au/https://www.davidfish.com.au/authorhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-fish-fishy/The Real Math of Business with Alena Bennett is a podcast where we look beyond the numbers in business; where people serve people, and the maths just works.Chapters00:00 Introduction to David Fish and His Philosophy00:35 Thought Provoking Question of the Week04:56 Defining Business Success and Leadership06:48 The Importance of Authenticity and Connection08:39 Navigating Career Fulfillment and Value10:35 Understanding the Cycle of Value and Connection13:49 The Role of Validation in Professional Life15:36 Recognising Personal Contribution and Value19:14 Lessons from Aviation: Focus and Risk Management23:07 Applying Aviation Lessons to Business Strategy24:25 Identifying Roles and Responsibilities in Leadership28:01 Effective Offsite Strategies for Leadership Teams30:13 Prioritising Projects for Maximum Impact32:04 The Aftermath of Offsites: Accountability and Action Plans32:58 Winning in Business: The Meaning of Success34:56 Closing the Gap: From Ideas to Business Success37:35 Money vs. People: The Foundational Dilemma41:40 Authenticity vs. Packaging: Finding the Balance48:24 Internal Credibility: Building External Presence57:06 Visibility in a Digital World: The Importance of Showing Up59:23 Listener Question: Resilience in Business01:00:04 The Impact of Tough Times on Business01:07:08 Emotional Resilience and Anti-Fragility in Organisations