Great Leadership Qualities (End of Year Wrap 2021)

In this episode, we review the most impactful takeaways from the 27 episodes we aired in 2021.  From deep listening to self-mastery, join us as we review the top ten pearls of leadership wisdom (plus four bonus nuggets) we gained from these inspiring guests.  

Every episode this year had valuable lessons and inspiring speakers, but these were some of the standouts that you can go back and listen to if the topic piques your interest.

Discussion Points

• Episode 41: “The Art of Self-Mastery” with RJ Singh

Takeaway: Leaders focus on the art of self-mastery “I encourage leaders to start small.” – Brendan 

• Episode 43: “How to Overcome the Fear of Public Speaking” with Kate Purcell

Takeaway: Leaders lead with vulnerability “Vulnerability is what creates trust.” – Brendan

• Episode 45: “How to Create Magic at Work” with Amy Lynn Durham

Takeaway: Leaders connect with people “Spending time investing in people is super-important.” – Brendan 

• Bonus Episode 53: “The Story of My Broken Soldier” with Kaz and Matt Page

Takeaway: Leaders face challenges head-on This was the longest episode we ever did, and very emotional. “HOPE– Help One Person Every day” – Marc

• Episode 48: “Culture of the Living Organisation” with Norman Wolfe

Takeaway: Leaders must understand and work with context “The context of the situation is what creates the variation.” – Brendan 

• Episode 49: “The Culture of Remote Working” with Bretton Putter

Takeaway: Leaders have full control over the culture

• Bonus Episode 58: “How to Be An Effective Leader” with Tom Lawrence

Takeaway: Leaders embrace simple

• Episode 52: “Values, Leadership, and Football” with Michael Thwaite

Takeaway: Leaders know what they stand for “When people know what you stand for, there are no surprises.” – Brendan 

• Episode 54: “Leadership in the Voluntary Sector” with David Bacon

Takeaway: Leaders build for after they’re gone “Being able to build a business that actually has that kind of philosophy attached to it, is really an important factor.” – Marc

• Episode 59: “Command and Control Leadership” with Rex Buckingham

Takeaway: Leaders believe in your potential “He’s [Rex] has helped so many people because he believed in them.” – Brendan 

• Episode 64: “The Importance of Listening Skills” with Oscar Trimboli

Takeaway: Leaders build a listening culture 

• Bonus  Episode 49: “The Culture of Remote Working” with Bretton Putter

Takeaway: Delegation is even more critical in remote work environments 

• Episode 65: “Inside the Mind of  Goalkeeper” with Marc Birighitti

Takeaway: Leaders have a team-first mentality

• Bonus – Episode 63: “Leadership Observed and Actioned” with Michael Crutcher

Takeaway: Leaders never compromise on people “If they’re not the right people for the organization – it doesn’t mean they’re bad people – but if they’re not aligned with the values of the organization, they’re not good for the organization.” – Brendan

Big things are on the way for 2022.  Listeners, please submit your ideas for interviews/topics, and we love getting your feedback on how we’re doing.

Resources

Brendan’s Ten Leadership Commandments

Book: Good to Great by Jim Collins

Book: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People

Brendan Rogers Website

Brendan Rogers LinkedIn

The Culture of Leadership Podcast Website

The Culture of Leadership LinkedIn

The Culture of Leadership Facebook Page

The Culture of Leadership YouTube Channel

The Culture of Leadership Instagram

If you have any questions for Brendan around this episode or generally around culture, leadership, or teamwork, feel free to contact him here.