𝐋𝐃𝐄: Leader to Mentor - Striking the Perfect Balance (S02E04)

In this episode, our guests shared their expertise on the nuanced art of mentorship in today's digital workspace. This session focused on how leadership can evolve into mentorship, providing guidance and insights on how to refine this dynamic for personal and professional growth. Viewers delved into the transformative experiences of each speaker, learning to foster relationships that propel both mentors and mentees forward.

The event spotlighted how seasoned professionals can aid the progress of others while enriching their own leadership qualities in today's digital domain.

🔸𝗦𝗰𝗼𝘁𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗮𝗹 highlighted the "wall of life's experiences," advocating that leaders should leverage their journey to assist others. He underlined the benefit both to the mentor and mentee in this symbiotic relationship.

🔹𝗣𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗽 𝗗𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 emphasized that mentorship is a universal offering, cutting across age and career stages, and underscored the necessity for authenticity and trust-building within these relationships.

🔸𝗡𝗼𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗚𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿 discussed how embracing the uniqueness of each mentee's personality and ambitions can yield more rewarding mentorship outcomes, and the value of organically developed mentor relationships in work environments.

🔹Host 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 noted the rejuvenating nature of mentorship engagements and the broader impact of these relationships on effective leadership. He said “𝑃𝑒𝑟𝑠𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑦, 𝐼 𝑓𝑒𝑒𝑙 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑡 𝐼'𝑣𝑒 𝑔𝑜𝑡𝑡𝑒𝑛 𝑚𝑜𝑟𝑒 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑏𝑒𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑎 𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑜𝑟 𝑡ℎ𝑎𝑛 𝐼 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 ℎ𝑎𝑣𝑒 𝑔𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑛 𝑏𝑦 𝑚𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑒𝑙𝑠𝑒.”

🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲:

• Scott stressed the importance of commitment to mentoring sessions, citing their potential to energize both participants.
• Phillip advised setting clear expectations and maintaining honesty throughout the mentorship journey.
• Nolan reminded us that the best preparation for becoming a mentor is to draw from one's own experiences and a sincere desire to help others achieve success.

Watch the replay to gain a deeper understanding of modern mentorship and how to integrate these principles into your own leadership style to create a ripple effect of positive change within your organization and beyond.

𝗙𝘂𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗰𝘁:
One of the attendees of today’s show was Jack Barsky, retired KGB Agent. https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackbarsky/ Wonder what mentorship advise he offered. 🤔

𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴?
Check out 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐏𝐀𝐂𝐓 https://techpact.org/
A group of CIOs, leaders, and professionals in IT that are on a mission to amplify people and partnerships to reduce the digital divide and pursue representative diversity throughout the technology community by the end of the decade.

#mentoring #leadershipdevelopment #professionalgrowth

𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝗟𝗗𝗘: Leaving a Legacy (S02E03)

𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒄𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒘𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒘𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒆 𝒐𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒐𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒔.

In " 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆," we dove deep into the art of impactful leadership with industry experts Jake Stamper, Kolton Williford, Andrea Kahrer, and Taja Graham. The episode, hosted by Robert Field, was rich in enlightening discussions about legacy, succession planning, and the profound importance of interpersonal relationships in the professional sphere.

💼 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:
In an episode brimming with personal insights, our guests conveyed the significance of transitioning leadership through the lens of shared values and principles. Their candid stories shed light on the intricate dance of mentorship and succession within businesses and organizations. As Jake deftly put it, leaving a legacy isn't about becoming obsolete; it's about aligning with successors who echo your ethos. Taja mirrored this sentiment in her own succession planning experiences, underscoring the connection between value alignment and leadership continuity.

🔗 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀:
The conversation took a deep dive into the foundational aspect of trust in both personal and professional relationships. Our guests, who share long-standing bonds with one another, described how vulnerability, authenticity, and emotional support are the building blocks for true camaraderie. Jake and Taja, having shifted their focus from pure business success to nurturing robust relationships, exemplified this dynamic through their 15-year friendship.

🌱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗧𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽:
Kolton's decade-long mentorship with Jake highlighted the transformative power of guidance and patience, while Andrea's reflection on her time with Taja revealed how grace and trust can turn challenging conversations into learning opportunities. These narratives emphasized the duo's belief in learning and growth as critical elements of mentorship.

🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲:

• Jake reminded us of the humility needed to learn from every relationship, reinforcing the significance of growth through guidance.
• Taja emphasized the importance of helping others triumph in their endeavors, suggesting a selfless approach to relationship-building.
• Andrea pointed to leading with love and surrounding oneself with positive influences that motivate success.
• While Kolton advocated for removing self-interest and greed to breed mutually beneficial partnerships.

An intriguing detail from our session was the longstanding rapport between Jake Stamper and Taja Graham, whose focus has evolved over a 15-year friendship from business achievements to fostering human connections and mentoring others.

We encourage you to watch the replay of this insightful discussion on "LDE Leaving a Legacy" available on the Institute's YouTube channel. The session is not just a reflection on the personal journeys of these exceptional leaders, but a wealth of guidance for those aspiring to leave a legacy by instilling values and establishing paths for the next generation of leaders.

Connect with the strategies and personal stories shared by our guest speakers by subscribing to our channel. Discover the methodologies that have propelled these leaders to greatness and how those principles can be applied within your own organizations for leading effectively in this ever-changing digital environment.

#leadershiplegacy #impactfulleadership #mentorshipmatters #successionplanning #buildtrust


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄: Empowering Tomorrow's Tech Leaders (S02E02)

This episode unraveled the complexities of leadership in the dynamic tech landscape. Seasoned executives shared transformative experiences underscoring the Rising Leaders Forum's (RLF) pivotal role in their growth. https://rlfleadership.com/home

Robert Field recalls his own engagement with RLF, sharing how the program enriched his leadership skills. His story underlines the transformation he experienced, gaining soft skills pivotal to leadership such as effective communication, emotional intelligence, and networking. Robert's narrative sets the tone for the episode, emphasizing the personal and professional growth derived from the RLF experience.

Kristy Litchford delves into her RLF journey, stressing the importance of daily dialogue, self-awareness, and the value of feedback in personal growth. She highlights a specific instance where feedback cards she received revealed much about perception and leading through understanding. Kristy's takeaways from RLF include strategic networking and the cultivation of core relationships, key elements that have guided her leadership path.

Julia Anderson provides an account that encapsulates the struggles of balancing a demanding career with personal life. Her involvement with RLF, while being a single mother, showcases the networking and support system that bolstered her career decisions. Julia's story is a testament to RLF's role in encouraging her to engage and connect both her team's and her own heart and mind with a digital agenda that enhances technology's relatability within her organization.

Jim Knight brings to the table a wealth of knowledge from 42 years in the technology and IT field. He credits RLF with sharpening his leadership acumen and emphasizes the program's efficacy through positive survey results and success stories. Jim's contribution to the conversation illustrates the profound impact that comprehensive leadership development programs like RLF can have.

🔑 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀:

• Jim emphasized the need for leaders to have self-awareness and the ability to harness their strengths. He noted that fostering a culture where individuals are encouraged to step out of their comfort zones is essential for growth.

• Kristy spoke on the value of creating a dialogue-rich environment where employees can fearlessly share their mistakes. She advocated for regular introspection through tools such as personality tests and 360 feedback to understand external perceptions and aid personal development.

• Julia brought attention to the necessity for continuous learning and adaptability within new hires. Her experience with the 'connected Campbell' digital engagement platform showcased the power of making technology relatable and accessible to all levels of an organization.

Viewers who watch the replay of this episode will glean rich insights into how to blend soft skills with technological leadership roles effectively. The stories from Robert, Jim, Kristy, and Julia provide valuable lessons on the importance of personal development programs like RLF in nurturing tech professionals to step into roles of higher leadership and drive innovation.

#DigitalLeadership #TechInnovation #LeadershipDevelopment #RLFimpact #SIM


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• 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: Experience transformative moments where feedback exercises offer clear insights into your leadership style, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗗𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: Learn about the importance of emotional intelligence, perspective-taking, and the art of connection in leadership.
• 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸: Gain access to a beneficial network and support mechanisms that aid in navigating work-life challenges, enhancing both personal and professional leadership.
• 𝗘𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Leverage self-awareness and a leadership mindset to inspire change and encourage others to step out of their comfort zones.

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𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄: Leading with Authenticity (S02E01)

We're thrilled to kick off Season 2 of "𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗿𝗮" with a compelling topic that resonates deeply in today's hyper-connected world: Leading with Authenticity.

In this episode, our host 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 dives deep into the essence of authentic leadership with a stellar panel of guests - 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗕𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘀, 𝗞𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗿𝘆𝗻 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶, and 𝗧𝗮𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗮 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸. The insights they provide are not only eye-opening but also actionable, let's recap what we've learned to help you shape your digital leadership journey.

🎙️𝐄𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐝𝐞 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:

Kathryn Lancioni on 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱: "But the reality is you're the artist, you're the curator of it. When you start about thinking about how do I want to create my personal brand, how do I want to bring it to life, and how do I want to make it consistent and cohesive, you have to think about the attributes that you want to stress and share."

Kathryn’s advice on personal branding mistakes to avoid. https://presentingperfection.com/personal-branding-mistakes/

Tamara Park on 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝗴𝗲: "So there's really three activities that I see authentic leaders doing well and that are critical, especially as technology takes on a larger role at work. First I see authentic leaders knowing who they are. They've gotten curious about their own story. Two, they've gotten meaningfully connected to others in a way that actually enables them to be transformed, to actually be changed by their colleagues and even those they lead. And then, three, they've gotten captivated by a larger story. They realize that their leadership isn't just for themselves. It's really tied into the service of others and a bigger purpose."

Tamara has a free authentic leadership assessment people can download http://storynow.io/

Richard Bliss on 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗮: "Well, what's interesting about LinkedIn is that of all of the social media platforms, it's the one that's become our most trusted platform. Right. You can pretty much guess that when you look at my LinkedIn profile. Pretty much everything there is authentic."

Richard uses http://gptzero.me/ to see if content is AI generated.

The subject turned to 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 when 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐡 asked: "I've seen investors (especially women) viewed as "weak" just for acknowledging their weaknesses (rather than emphasizing solely their strengths), particularly in board situations. Do you have suggestions on how to handle these situations, particularly when there are power/generational dynamics at play?"

Some of the advice given was to show your intelligence, write those blog posts, put stuff on LinkedIn, go to networking experiences, give speeches, do it, show it. And by doing and showing, you'll get the respect, you'll command the presence, you'll be authentic, and you'll really be able to show people that it doesn't matter what gender you are, it just matters who you are, and it matters about the importance of who you are.

Watch the full episode for an in-depth exploration of these subjects and more, as our panel of experts navigate the complexities of leading with transparency and integrity in the digital age.

#LDE #AuthenticLeadership #PersonalBranding #DigitalPresence #LeadershipDevelopment #Networking #LinkedInStrategy #SelfReflection

𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐁𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐬
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bliss/

𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐲𝐧 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kathrynlancioni335/

𝐓𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐤
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-park-b1261719/


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄: Leadership Gift - Wisdom of the Year (S01E07)

This episode is a culmination of reflective insights and powerful leadership strategies from the Institute. We distilled their experiences into essential lessons covering the spectrum from embracing change and ethical decision-making to transformative strategies for customer-first service and agile management. Our gifts are designed to inspire leaders to integrate these breakthroughs into their own practice, enhancing their ability to navigate the complexities of leading in the digital era.

0:00 – Introduction

1:30 - 𝗛𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗚𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗿 from Sweden gives us his perspective on agile transformation, and the requisite alignment with business contexts, a challenge faced by many modern organizations.

5:40: - 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼 offered the "three D's of leadership" - decide, delegate, disappear - demonstrating the trust in letting the team run with a project, as gleaned from his culinary experience.

10:01 - 𝗪𝗵𝘆𝗻𝗱𝗲 𝗞𝘂𝗲𝗵𝗻 walks us through the transformative power of following one's intuition and the crucial step of letting go of unaligned commitments. Her trip to Australia stands as a beacon of successful alignment, urging leaders to listen to their hearts and chase after those positively aligned, if seemingly crazy, ideas.

13:40 - 𝗥𝗮𝘆𝗺𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗻 discusses the management of digital transformation as a system that involves people, processes, and technology, providing a blueprint for ensuring these components are in sync for successful transformation activities.

16: 46 - 𝗥𝗼𝘆 𝗔𝘁𝗸𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗼𝗻 takes us on a journey through his experiences with influential leaders, unpacking the ethical values that have shaped his leadership philosophy, and discussing the balance of justice and mercy in decision-making, invaluable in shaping fair and compassionate leadership.

20:38 - 𝗝𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 shares her insights on creating a premier customer experience through a steadfast customer-first mindset, with six principles directing employee behavior to serve and support customers effectively.

28:47 - 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝗮 𝗢𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗻 shared three gifts of leadership, emphasizing leadership as a privilege, the continuous journey of learning and growth, and the cultivation of authenticity, boldness, and compassion.

33:06 - 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗶𝗼𝘂 elaborates on the key competencies required for a chief digital officer, offering a comprehensive skillset that ranges from business acumen to cross-functional leadership.

39:16 – 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳 𝗧𝗼𝗻 brings to light the power of celebrating victories, big and small. He shares a poignant example from his experience that underscores the importance of recognizing achievements to maintain momentum and team morale.

43:53 - 𝗝𝗼𝗵𝗻 𝗣𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗮𝘀 touched on the essence of having the courage to lead, particularly when you are the lowest level in the room, and the importance of involving employees in decision-making.

49:58 - 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱 shared the true gift of leadership is the art of being present, not just in position, but with intention, attention, and action. In the power of the moment, where authentic connections are made, the impactful decisions are taken, and genuine progress is achieved.

And although they could not be there live, the following recorded a gift:

51:50 - 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗮 𝗝𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 emphasized the significance of creating "space" in leadership, highlighting the necessity to carve out room for learning, reflection, rest, and meaningful interactions.

55:30 - 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗶 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗳𝗳𝗲 discussed the impact of disruptive technology, emphasizing the need for adaptive governance, and the critical role of transparency and collaboration in modern businesses.

59:30 - 𝗥𝗲𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗱𝗼 𝗟𝘂𝗴𝘁𝘂 𝗝𝗿. conveyed the top three leadership learnings of the year: the power of listening, the pursuit of continuous learning, and the art of living in the present moment.

1:02:28 - Closing

As we wrap up the year with this episode of Leading in the Digital Era, we reflect on the rich mosaic of leadership gifts shared by our guests that have the power to transform not just how we lead, but how we live. These insights serve as beacons, lighting our paths in an ever-evolving digital landscape, and remind us that great leadership is as much about the wisdom we impart as the technology we wield.

It is our sincere hope that the leadership gifts discussed today resonate with you, our valued listeners, instilling a renewed sense of purpose as you navigate your own leadership journeys. May these lessons empower you to create a lasting impact, not only within your organizations but in every facet of your lives.

Have a Happy Holiday season and a Transformative New Year from the Institute.


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄 Be the Leader Without the Crystal Ball (S01E06)

Our host, 𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱, along with esteemed guests 𝗥𝗶𝘁𝗮 𝗝. 𝗞𝗶𝗻𝗴, 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗳𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗲 𝗞𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗻𝘀, and 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝘅 𝗠𝗰𝗕𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗻𝗲𝘆, share some in-depth revelations about managing change in the digital era. From the importance of internal wiring over generational demographics to embracing mistakes as growth opportunities, our panel covers an array of vital topics.

Here's what you can expect from this enlightening exchange:
• Spotlights on understanding personalities and managing resistance within the team when driving organizational change.
• Explorations of how instinct and rational logic can help leaders balance the overwhelming nature of change.
• Reflections on the importance of listening to diverse perspectives, including minority voices, to drive successful transformations.
• Practical advice and recommended resources for leaders facing change.

In one highlight, Stefanie Krievins advocates for a proactive approach to change management, driven by instinct as much as logic. On the other hand, Rita J. King articulates the challenge of managing the enormity of change and harmonizing humans with technology. And Alex McBratney underscores the importance of understanding your team's dynamics to manage resistance to change effectively.

"𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 'The reality is that organizations don't change. People do. And so change management in the digital era, to me, is about getting your people to change their habits, to get them to adopt your new technology that you invest heavily in so that the company can actually leverage it. And individuals are responsible for engaging themselves in the change versus company leaders.'"
— Stefanie Krievins https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefkrievins/

"𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: It's a lot of wishful thinking. Some people wishing the change wasn't happening, other people wishing the change was happening faster. But in the end, you have to be realistic about people and these thinking of these things as huge changes, then what ends up happening is, a lot of times, leaders miss their opportunity to be cross functional, like Alex was saying."
— Rita J. King https://www.linkedin.com/in/ritajking/

"𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: If you're trying to lead a team and you don't know the personalities of your team and have an understanding on their resistance to change, or maybe someone wants too much change and is always looking to make things new and change things around, which can affect the whole team, it can affect the whole organization."
— Alex McBratney https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexmcbratney/

"𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: As leaders, we sometimes don't always grow up in an industry where maybe my leader didn't listen to me. It's become a very important part of what I do is listen to everybody around me, and that's how you have that learning mindset."
— Robert Field https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertmfield/

📣 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄: Leading Across Different Industries (S01E05)

🌟 𝗡𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀!

🔍 Are you looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of leadership across industries? Look no further! In this episode of 𝐋𝐃𝐄 Leading Across Different Industries, we dive deep into the world of technology, AI, and career growth.💡

🎙 Hosted by Robert Field, our panel of experts includes Joseph Puglisi, Thomas Sweet, and Christopher Bernard. Together, they share valuable insights and experiences that you definitely don't want to miss. 💼

🔑 Key Takeaways from the episode:

1️⃣ Embrace AI and Machine Learning: Joseph Puglisi sheds light on the operational use of AI and machine learning, highlighting how they can automate routine tasks and leverage cloud technology more effectively. It's time to harness the power of AI in your organization!

2️⃣ Expand Your Horizon: Christopher Bernard stresses the need for continuous learning and education about generative AI. By understanding its potential risks and applications, you can stay ahead of the curve and make informed decisions in this new era of technology.

3️⃣ Leading Across Industries: Our experts address the stigma of lacking industry-specific experience and provide invaluable advice. Thomas Sweet suggests creating visibility through online content and networking, while Joseph Puglisi emphasizes the importance of planning for your next role from day one.

Watch the full episode for more insights on leadership, AI, and the impact of technology across industries. 🎧

📣 𝗗𝗼𝗻'𝘁 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫𝐬:

𝗥𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗙𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertmfield/

𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗽𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗕𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗱
https://www.linkedin.com/in/cbernard/

𝗝𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗴𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗶
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephpuglisi/

𝗧𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗝. 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲𝘁
https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomasjsweet/


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...

𝐋𝐃𝐄: Bring Your Best to Everyone You Touch (S01E04)

In this episode, 𝐑𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 was joined by two incredible guests – 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐦 and 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐡, who consistently bring their best to their respective charities ("𝐢.𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋” and “𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐤”) and within their organizations.

Throughout this episode, you'll discover the importance of self-care, continuous learning, and the power of networks in the digital era. Our guests shared their experiences and wisdom on topics such as the evolving role of the CIO, the value of intentional listening, navigating through failures and mistakes, and adapting to the fast-paced world of change.

Michael Kubik commented “Leaders use their impact for good! Morale does start at the top!”

Ellora Sengupta added “Morale does start at the top. We can choose how to respond to situations keeping in mind our actions have an impact on individuals on the team. Also take time to take care of ourselves as leaders so we can then take care of our team.”

Arvind Sahu noted that “Willingness to learn from failures is essential for success.” And Herb Hofmann added “And support others through theirs. Can really bring a team together.”

Lacey Elmange stated “The leaders I respect the most have demonstrated vulnerability and grace. I would follow them to the ends of the earth because of it!”

Jordana Yellin added some history “Michael, I had the honor of working with Mrs. Lauder and the Global Comms team as an exec intern (decades ago!) and my focus was on an ELC Breast Cancer Awareness college/university initiative. I've often wondered what that initiative/campaign would have looked like had a stronger partnership with technology existed. That said, I've been thrilled to see the cross-functional alignment of today support Mrs. Lauder's legacy. I imagine that it still brings camaraderie and positivity, but now the reach within the organization is broader.”

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀

𝐢.𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 (Inspiring Women Igniting Leadership & Learning) is a professional women's networking organization focused on mentoring, advancing and supporting women in their careers. Through i.WILL, Andrea provides women in all industries, in all roles, an opportunity to be a part of a community that empowers and inspires women. i.WILL conducts bi-monthly networking events and ongoing mentorship opportunities.
https://www.linkedin.com/groups/12309426/

𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐤’s purpose is to unite technologists and IT professionals worldwide around breast cancer awareness, education, and fundraising. Tech Day of Pink rallies ELC IT employees, partners, and the broader tech industry to amplify ELC’s Breast Cancer Campaign call-to-action and maximize their collective impact in the fight against breast cancer. It takes place annually on the second Thursday of October (Breast Cancer Awareness Month). This year’s on Thursday, October 12th, 2023.
https://www.techdayofpink.com/

🎗️ＳＨＯＷ ＹＯＵＲ ＳＵＰＰＯＲＴ💗

Donate to Breast Cancer Research:
https://give.bcrf.org/idt

Attend an i.WILL event:
Wine Tasting at Lum's Cellars in Maplewood, NJ on Sept 27th
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/iwill-wine-tasting-at-lums-cellars-in-maplewood-nj-tickets-708565457357


#LDE #TechInPink2023 #TimeToEndBreastCancer #iWILL #WomenEmpowerment


𝐒𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞:
https://www.youtube.com/@InstituteDigitalTransformation/?sub_confirmation=1

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
https://www.institutefordigitaltransformation.org/ ...