Embracing Trust and Inspiration in Leadership | Stephen M.R. Covey

Do Good To Lead Well with Craig Dowden

Unlock the transformative power of “Trust & Inspire” leadership with insights from New York Times bestselling author and global thought leader Stephen M. R. Covey. In the latest episode of the Do Good to Lead Well podcast, we explore the seismic shift from the conventional command-and-control approach to one that empowers and elevates your team to new heights. With Covey's storied experience and unbridled passion for positive leadership, we dissect the critical need for leaders to embrace a leadership paradigm rooted in trust and inspiration and the profound impact it can have on an organization's potential.

Throughout our conversation, we challenge the status quo, advocating for a balance between managing things with efficiency and leading people with effectiveness. We reveal how mastering the 'genius of the and' can create environments brimming with purpose, caring, and belonging. By fostering a trust-and-inspire culture, we discuss practical advice on nurturing a vibrant leadership style that resonates even in the complexities of hybrid work environments and remote team management.

Closing our discussion, we underscore the pivotal role of trust in empowering teams, particularly in remote work contexts. Covey imparts practical strategies for fostering a high-trust culture where clarity of expectations and accountability reign supreme. We explore how Microsoft's renaissance under Satya Nadella exemplifies the remarkable impact of trust and inspiration in leadership. Finally, we challenge you to step into 2024 with a renewed commitment to trust and inspire leadership.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why we need to transition from traditional "command-and-control" to “trust and inspire” leadership.

• The distinction between managing things and leading people.

• How the 'genius of the and' is crucial for creating purpose-driven environments.

• How trust and inspire leadership turned around Microsoft.

• Why being trustworthy is not enough to build trusting relationships.

• Strategies for fostering trust and inspiring leadership in remote team management.

Key Timestamps:

(00:00) – An Introduction to Trust & Inspire Leadership

(05:37) – Enlightened Command and Control is Not Enough

(14:56) – “Manage Things, Lead People”

(29:12) - Trust and Inspire Leadership In A Hybrid World

(35:10) - Build Collaborative Agreements to Unlock Peak Performance and Engagement

(44:27) – Lessons in Trust and Inspire Leadership from Satya Nadella – CEO of Microsoft

(54:22) – The Secret to Changing Your World - Go First!

More of Stephen?

Stephen M. R. Covey is a renowned author, best known for his New York Times and number one Wall Street Journal bestseller, "The Speed of Trust." As the former CEO of Covey Leadership Center, he played a pivotal role in transforming the organization into the world's largest leadership development company. Under his leadership, the company expanded its reach to over 40 countries and significantly increased its brand value.

Stephen's influence extends beyond his own works, as he personally led the strategic efforts that propelled his father's book, Dr. Stephen R. Covey's "The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People," to become one of the two most influential business books of the 20th century. During his tenure as president and CEO, he nearly doubled revenue and increased profits by 12 times, taking the company from a valuation of 2.4 million to an impressive 160 million through a successful merger with FranklinQuest, forming FranklinCovey. His impact on leadership development and the success of the Covey brand are testament to his exceptional leadership and strategic vision.

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-m-r-covey-6400191a5/

Key Topics Discussed:

Positive Leadership, Trust, Inspiration, Stephen M. Covey, Command and Control, Empowerment, Team Management, Hybrid Work Environments, Progressive Leadership, Maximizing Potential, Purpose, Caring, Belonging, Remote Work, Organizational Culture

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The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People: Powerful Lessons in Personal Change by Stephen R. Covey https://www.amazon.ca/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/0743269519

Do Good To Lead Well: The Science And Practice Of Positive Leadership by Craig Dowden https://www.amazon.ca/Do-Good-Lead-Well-Leadership/dp/194663302X/

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