I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 87, Ed Gash explains a phrase he learned and why the phrase is meaningful for how he leads. He then talks about feedback, how being nice and kind differ, and how cult and culture differ. Finally, Ed advises us on how we can treat ourselves better.
Prologue
Ed is a certified coach and has facilitated multiple workshops and sessions about leadership. He is the Chief Pathlighter and Guardian with EMG- Mourning Path, LLC. Named after his son, EMG supports students, grades 6-12 and first-year college students, in restoring their sense of self. In addition to coaching and training, Ed is also a voiceover artist.
01:37 Part 1: Letting Go of Old Ways
During a men’s group that occurred about 25 years ago, Ed explains a phrase that the director used. Ed explains what the phrase is and why it is meaningful for his perspective of leadership.
06:41 Part 2: Feedback When You Care
Ed shares a couple of stories about feedback and makes a distinction between being nice and being kind. Also, Ed explains how cult and culture differ. Later, Ed talks about a “poison pen letter” from a group of corporate employees who attended one of his leadership courses.
16:10 Part 3: Listen with Your Eyes
In corporate America, there’s a strong movement of valuing employees and enabling them to become more effective contributors. Ed advises us how we can put a similar focus on how we treat ourselves. He also shares an insightful story about his son.
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Episode links
Ed’s LinkedIn Profile
Ed’s books
Gary’s books:
What the Heck Is Leadership and Why Should I Care?
Nine Practices of 21st Century Leadership
Background Music
You can find all the musical tracks at Envato Elements.
00:00 Theme music: Uplift Corporate Inspire by OlexandrIgnatov
01:22 Enjoy the Experience by BrownHouseMedia
06:23 Happy Story by Lubarsky
15:53 Warm Dream by V-Audio
19:03 Fun and Flirtyby BrownHouseMedia
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