How to Be a Great Leader in a Changed World

Anxiety At Work? Reduce Stress, Uncertainty & Boost Mental Health

With AI, our teams spread around the world, and major shifts occurring in the workplace, our guest today says humanity-first leadership is the last real differentiator!

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🎯 Top 3 Takeaways

1. 🌟 Emotional Maturity Over Emotional Intelligence
2. 🧩 The Four Core Employee Needs
3. 🚀 Be Insatiably Curious About Your People

This week, Adrian & Chester are joined by Dr. Christie Smith to explore humanity-first leadership as the ultimate differentiator in a rapidly changing workplace. From the rise of distributed teams to the impacts of generative AI and global shifts, Christie shares insights from her new book. She offers actionable strategies for leaders to navigate today’s complex challenges.

This conversation is packed with practical advice on emotional maturity, creating connection, and fostering purpose in the workplace—all while addressing the stigma of mental health challenges.

Memorable quotes and resources

"The best leaders are insatiably curious—not just about their markets, but about their people." – Dr. Christie Smith

Actionable Advice

• For Leaders: Take time to reflect on your leadership style. Are you meeting the needs of your team in terms of purpose, agency, well-being, and connection?
• For Employees: Even if your leader isn’t emotionally mature, you can model the behavior you want to see by fostering positive culture and demonstrating resilience.

Book: Essential: How Distributed Teams, Generative AI, and Global Shifts are Creating a New Human-Powered Leadership by Dr. Christie Smith

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