In this episode of the People Dividend podcast, Mike Horne interviews Maria Brinck, a global leadership expert, about her book 'The Leadership We Need' and the necessary shifts in leadership paradigms. They discuss the importance of a strengths-based approach, lessons from indigenous leadership, and the need for leaders to engage with their teams authentically. Maria emphasizes the significance of self-knowledge and the balance between traditional and modern leadership styles to foster innovation and create thriving environments for people and ideas.

Key Points:

• Leaders today must evolve to meet societal challenges.

• Indigenous leadership emphasizes community over individualism.

• Navigating traditional mindsets requires strategic adaptation.

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In this episode of the People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne speaks with futurist Steve Fisher about the transformative shifts occurring in our world due to emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence. They discuss the importance of understanding these shifts for leaders and individuals, the collaborative potential of AI, and the necessity of designing the future rather than merely reacting to it. Fisher emphasizes the need for a systems thinking approach and the importance of future-proofing our minds in an ever-evolving landscape.

Key Points:

• AI should be viewed as a collaborative tool, not a replacement.

• Systems thinking allows us to design our future proactively.

• Curiosity and adaptability are key traits for success in the future.

Links:

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Learn More about Steve Fisher https://www.stevenfisher.io/

In this powerful episode of The People Dividend Podcast, host Mike Horne sits down with leadership development expert Therese Miclot to uncover what it really takes to lead with authenticity in today's fast-changing world.

You'll learn how today's most effective leaders navigate self-doubt, embrace empathy, and develop the emotional intelligence needed to guide teams through uncertainty and change. From overcoming imposter syndrome to mastering facilitation skills, this episode is packed with practical leadership insights you can apply right away.

Whether you're an executive, team leader, or aspiring manager, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone serious about authentic leadership, resilience, and growth-focused communication.

Key Takeaways:

• Leadership is about people, not power or process.

• Empathy and clarity are critical for building trust and driving performance.

• Great leaders ask better questions and stay curious.

• Facilitation skills help leaders support teams through complex change.

• Managing your inner voice is step one to leading others effectively.

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Learn More about Therese Miclot https://www.theresemiclot.com/