Leading Forward

About Leading Forward

LEADING FORWARD breaks down professional assumptions through meaningful conversations that remind us all that leading, effectively, can and often does look different for each of us. Hosted by Christie Berger, LEADING FORWARD will explore how successful leaders thrive, in spite of, and sometimes because of challenge and uncertainty. Each conversation will unveil the unique stories and experiences that will help others expand their own definition of leadership and identify new ways to leverage the opportunities that lie ahead.

Publisher

Christie Berger

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Dec 2020

Latest episode

16 Aug 2021

Latest episodes

25 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Aug 2021

   All about Change and Simple Thinking with Richard Gerver, Acclaimed Speaker, Author and Instructor (Part II)

   Episode #23 (Part II): All about Change and Simple Thinking with Richard Gerver, Acclaimed Speaker, Author, and Instructor In Part II of Leading Forward's Season One Finale, Christie spoke with Richard Gerver. Richard Gerver has been described as one of the most inspirational leaders of his generation. He is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, and world-renowned thinker. Richard began his career in education, most notably as headmaster of the failing Grange Primary School. In just two years, he famously transformed the school into one of the most acclaimed learning environments in the world. He was celebrated by UNESCO and the UK Government for its incredible turnaround. Richard has since transitioned to the global stage where he uses his trademark humor and natural style to deliver passionate, provocative and authentic speeches. He draws upon the first-hand experiences and unique insights garnered from frontline education to explore the links between great leadership, human potential, change, and innovation. His ability to connect experiences across many seemingly different environments helps people to expand their thinking and perception of potential. It is this authenticity and uniqueness which has helped Richard win him global acclaim and invitations to speak on the most recognized stages, including TED, the RSA and BBC radio. The three core principles underpinning Richard's philosophy are communication, empowerment, and impact. He argues that great leadership is first and foremost about serving the needs of the people who work for you. His mantra: systems and structures change nothing; people do. Highlights "All about Change and Simple Thinking" Brand authenticity and integrity are the most important aspects to consumers. Today there is a higher expectation of companies to support social issues. “The great idea could come from anywhere, at any moment, and from any person-wherever, they are in the organization.” If employees feel their job has value and meaning and can see the impact of their work-that becomes a very persuasive motivator for people. Middle managers tend to face roadblocks by the people below them and above them. “Senior management should change the culture and expect the middle managers to find the superstars below them, and that is how their performance is measured.” If people’s pay is determined by outperforming people, then there is no incentive for collaboration and teamwork. “Systems and structures change nothing, people do.” This is because oftentimes the systems and structures get in the way. Organizational change requires a culture shift, and that takes time. Starting small with organizational change can achieve results much quicker than attempting to change the entire organization by a singular launch date. Taking people along with you means you “are not doing something to someone but they are along for the process.” As teachers, parents, managers, and leaders we must remember challenges bring learning, and sheltering too much becomes a hindrance to a person’s potential. ----------------- LEADING FORWARD breaks down professional assumptions through meaningful conversations that remind us all that leading, effectively, can and often does look different for each of us. ----------------- Subscribe to the Thread at https://www.christieberger.com/ (https://www.christieberger.com/)

2. 

   2 Aug 2021

   All about Change and Simple Thinking with Richard Gerver, Acclaimed Speaker, Author and Instructor (Part I)

   Episode #23 (Part I): All about Change and Simple Thinking with Richard Gerver, Acclaimed Speaker, Author, and Instructor In Part I of Leading Forward's Season One Finale, Christie spoke with Richard Gerver. Richard Gerver has been described as one of the most inspirational leaders of his generation. He is an award-winning speaker, bestselling author, and world-renowned thinker. Richard began his career in education, most notably as headmaster of the failing Grange Primary School. In just two years, he famously transformed the school into one of the most acclaimed learning environments in the world. He was celebrated by UNESCO and the UK Government for its incredible turnaround. Richard has since transitioned to the global stage where he uses his trademark humor and natural style to deliver passionate, provocative and authentic speeches. He draws upon the first-hand experiences and unique insights garnered from frontline education to explore the links between great leadership, human potential, change and innovation. His ability to connect experiences across many seemingly different environments helps people to expand their thinking and perception of potential. It is this authenticity and uniqueness which has helped Richard win him global acclaim and invitations to speak on the most recognized stages, including TED, the RSA and BBC radio. The three core principles underpinning Richard's philosophy are communication, empowerment, and impact. He argues that great leadership is first and foremost about serving the needs of the people who work for you. His mantra: systems and structures change nothing; people do. Highlights: "All about Change and Simple Thinking" As a parent, it can be difficult to sit back and support your child when they make decisions you may not agree with. “Some of our most highly qualified, highly gifted, highly talented professionals are the ones that find change most challenging.” People that have never failed, made mistakes or experienced real adversity tend to walk away. Adversity and mistakes present an opportunity for the individual to persevere. “The more time you invest in people at the human level, they will give it back to you in Spades.” Building your people up develops the most loyal, connected and capable people in your organization. There is no shortcut to having the best team, it starts with the leader investing in their team members. Psychological safety is at the core of the most successful corporations. “Lack of control” is a key component in a person feeling uneasy about change. ----------------- LEADING FORWARD breaks down professional assumptions through meaningful conversations that remind us all that leading, effectively, can and often does look different for each of us. ----------------- Subscribe to the Thread at https://www.christieberger.com/ (https://www.christieberger.com/)

3. 

   19 Jul 2021

   Leading to Align and Motivate your Teams with Ann Hatcher, EVP & Chief Human Officer at Wellpath

   Episode #22: Leading to Align and Motivate your Teams with Ann Hatcher, EVP & Chief Human Officer at Wellpath In today's episode, Christie spoke with Ann Hatcher. In April of 2019, Ann Hatcher joined Wellpath as their Chief Human Resource Officer. Prior to joining Wellpath, Ann served more than two decades with HCA where she held a number of positions and was a proven healthcare and human resources leader. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated the ability to build a culture of highly effective and engaged healthcare professionals committed to delivering quality health outcomes for patients. Since joining Wellpath, she has repositioned the Human Resources team to support the execution of business results through leading candidate attraction, employee retention, and leadership development initiatives. 2020 brought a new challenge to the human resource departments across the country with the Covid-19 pandemic and the myriad of employee challenges that followed. Under Ann’s leadership not only did Wellpath announce in early April, enhanced bonuses, but also increased paid time off, and other benefits to help the thousands of frontline team members in sites providing clinical care during the coronavirus crisis. Highlights: "Leading to Align and Motivate your Teams" 2020 was the “year of HR leadership” because organizations relied heavily upon their HR team to keep moving forward. Getting organized and assembling key leaders is important to make sure everyone is on the same page. Expert council is necessary to review data and then develop a plan to accomplish the organization’s goals. Blurred lines can lead to burnout among staff and it is up to leaders to monitor their people. Communication cues act as a strong indicator of burnout. Things like looking down at your phone or cutting someone off during a call. Supporting a direct report or your team begins with the leader being present. Listen to what’s on the surface, listen to what is not being said, and then a leader can better understand how to support. Meaningful work, opportunity to influence, and learning something new are key motivators for many people in the job search. It is not the work that messes people up when they make a transition, it’s the culture. Do new hires read the culture, understand the culture and help move the culture to where it needs to be? Learning the unwritten “rules of the road” depends on relationship building and starting slow enough but getting early wins. The corporate office is a symbol to represent what is important in the culture. ----------------- LEADING FORWARD breaks down professional assumptions through meaningful conversations that remind us all that leading, effectively, can and often does look different for each of us. ----------------- Subscribe to the Thread at https://www.christieberger.com/ (https://www.christieberger.com/)

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