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Jun 2, 2026 1 hr 2 min

Why They Quit | Tami Chapek #leadershipdevelopment #employeeengagement

from Leadership, Disrupted Hosted by Dan Rust

Are you struggling to lead in a changing workplace? Learn how to break the bad boss epidemic and master modern leadership development.In this episode of Leadership Disrupted, we sit down with leadership development expert Tammy Chapek to discuss why the traditional, dictatorial leadership playbook is failing in today's landscape. As Gen Z and younger generations enter the workforce, the demand for individuality, authentic connection, and radical transparency has never been higher. Tammy and Dan explore the staggering cost of poor leadership and why 70% of employees leave their jobs because of their boss. Tami's Website and Book Info: https://www.leadershipredefyned.com/Tami's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamichapek/You will discover why high-performing teams require more than just task management; they need a leader who invests in them as human beings. We cover the shift from transactional management to transformative coaching, the power of one-on-ones, and the critical importance of self-awareness. Whether you are a first-time manager or a seasoned executive, this conversation offers an actionable roadmap for evolving your management style to retain top talent and bridge the trust gap in the modern hybrid or remote office. Learn to move beyond the "cookie-cutter" approach and start unleashing potential by building true, human-centric professional relationships.KEY TAKEAWAYS• Shift from transactional management to human-centric leadership: Stop focusing solely on tasks and start investing in your team's GROWTH.• The power of one-on-ones: Use your weekly check-ins to focus on employee development, intrinsic motivation, and support rather than just status reports.• Self-Awareness as a leadership superpower: Identify your own leadership blind spots and personal triggers to stop the cycle of ineffective management.• Adapting to the new workforce: Learn how to manage the generational shift toward boundary-setting and individuality within your team.TIMESTAMPS0:00 - The True Purpose of One-on-Ones0:52 - The Bad Boss Epidemic2:36 - Tammy Chapek's Personal Growth Journey4:56 - Why Old Leadership Formulas No Longer Work9:05 - The Role of Individuality and Connection19:47 - Structuring Meetings for Support29:35 - Training vs. One-on-One Coaching39:33 - Self-Awareness and Leadership Blind Spots54:08 - Essential Principles for Modern LeadersNOTABLE QUOTES"The more you become a student of humans and humanity, not a student of business, the easier it is to have those successful conversations." - Tammy Chapek"If you aren't as a leader hyper-focused on who am I, how am I being perceived, and how am I growing, you are going to have to be your own therapist." - Dan#LeadershipDevelopment #ManagementTips #WorkplaceCulture #ExecutiveCoaching #TeamBuilding

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