What if mastering your leadership potential and fostering more teamwork started with mastering yourself? Are you ready to discover how self-mastery can transform your team’s performance and spark creativity?
In today’s fast-paced world, leaders struggle to juggle endless demands while inspiring their teams. This episode dives into the three dimensions of power—power over, power with, and personal power—helping you become a more mindful and purpose-driven leader. Whether you’re seeking to build stronger teamwork, co-create with your team, or tap into your intuition, this episode equips you with actionable strategies to stay ahead.
Here’s what you’ll gain from listening:
- A clear framework for understanding and applying the three dimensions of power in your leadership.
- Techniques to frame problems creatively and unlock your team’s collective genius.
- Strategies to master your mind and emotions, enabling you to lead authentically and foster trust.
Don’t miss this episode—press play now to uncover the secrets to leading with clarity, connection, and creativity and become the leader your team deserves.
Unlocking Self-Mastery and Personal Power to Foster More Teamwork
[00:32] – Meet Lisa Danel
In this episode, we’re joined by Lisa Danels, founder and executive director of Human Edge and author of The Human Edge Advantage: Mastering the Art of Being All In. Lisa shares her expertise in unlocking leadership potential, fostering more teamwork, and creating authentic connections in the workplace.
[02:12] – Early Leadership Lessons
Lisa reflects on her childhood and how self-awareness and emotional clarity helped her develop her leadership skills. She emphasizes how mastering yourself can lead to stronger teamwork and better decision-making.
[05:30] – The End of Command-and-Control Leadership
Lisa explains why traditional “command and control” leadership doesn’t work in today’s fast-paced, collaborative workplaces. Discover how shifting to “power with” can inspire teamwork and innovation.
[13:08] – The Power of Asking Better Questions
Learn how clarifying, empowering, and igniting questions can help leaders unlock their team’s creativity and encourage more teamwork. Lisa also shares the pitfalls of close-ended questions that limit progress.
[18:39] – The Three Types of Power
Lisa dives into “power over,” “power with,” and “personal power,” highlighting how personal mastery enhances your ability to lead collaboratively and build more teamwork across your team.
Co-Creation and Framing for Innovation
[33:11] – Framing Problems for Collective Genius
Lisa outlines how leaders can frame problems in a way that unlocks collective creativity. She shares strategies for fostering more teamwork by encouraging every team member to contribute their unique ideas.
[35:54] – Bringing a Brick, Not a Cathedral
Lisa introduces the concept of co-creation through “bringing a brick, not a cathedral,” where leaders provide the framework and allow their teams to build solutions together, leading to stronger teamwork and more innovative results.
[37:29] – Walking Around the Problem
Lisa discusses how stepping back and viewing problems from multiple angles leads to systemic solutions. This approach promotes deeper collaboration and, ultimately, more teamwork within the team.
[39:22] – Improv and Leadership
Discover how the principles of improv—like being fully present and co-creating moment by moment—can strengthen teamwork and spark creative breakthroughs within your team.
[41:01] – Practical Steps for Self-Mastery and Team Connection
Lisa wraps up by emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and curiosity for leaders. These traits not only enhance your personal leadership but also inspire more teamwork and authentic connections in your organization.
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