The Other Side Of Potential
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The Other Side Of Potential
Episode 313: The Science of Leadership with Dr. David Robertson
Leadership is more than a title; it’s a continuous journey of learning and growth. No one knows this better than today’s guest, Dr. David Robertson, a respected expert in leadership science and Director of the National Leaderology Association.
With a rich background in organizational development and leadership theory, Dr. Robertson joins us today to share his insights on the science of leadership and how to overcome fear-based decision-making to achieve better outcomes. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the power of perpetual learning, and why this is the mark of a true expert and an exceptional leader.
We also dig into the various paths to leadership, from the traditional to the unconventional, how to mitigate the consequences of failure through identification and preparation, and the strengths that different personalities bring to leadership.
To hear the full scope of our fascinating conversation with Dr. David Robertson on becoming a more effective leader, be sure to tune in!
What you’ll learn about in this episode:
- How Dr. Robertson started the National Leaderology Association (NLA).
- Insights into the science behind leadership development.
- Unpacking the history of leadership from ancient Greece to the modern era.
- What makes leadership different from management, and why it matters.
- How fear-based decisions limit growth and innovation in organizations.
- The key role that risk plays in growth and innovation.
- Different leadership paths and the value of being a perpetual student.
- Recommendations on how to prepare for failure.
- Appreciating the strengths that different people bring to their leadership roles.
- How to access leadership research and theories through the NLA journal.
- The National Leaderology Association (NLA); how to join, fundamental teachings, and their goals.
Transcript: Here
Additional Resources:
Website: www.NLAInfo.org
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertson76/
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