In this episode of Productive Joy, Dr. Christie welcomes Dr. Patrick Farran, an accomplished CEO, executive advisor, founder, triathlete, and choir tenor. Dr. Ferran shares his insights on achieving productive joy through leadership without burnout.
He discusses his early career as a high school teacher, his move into corporate consulting, and his calling for coaching and developing others. Dr. Farran stresses the importance of understanding one’s purpose and aligning leadership practices to create sustainable results.
He and Dr. Christie also talk about his upcoming book, "The Intentional Executive: A Purpose-Driven Playbook to Transform Your Leadership, Your Team, and Your Results," which offers practical exercises and research-based methodologies for effective leadership.
Dr. Christie McMullen is a best-selling author and 25-year educator turned entrepreneur who can help you make work fun! She has worked with thousands of adults in multiple industries at organizations like Aetna, ReMax, Solaris, and RISE to improve human interactions.
With a master's and doctorate in Educational Leadership and two and a half decades of practical experience she is able to connect with CEOs, directors, educators, salespeople, and everyone in between.
Episode Highlights:
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:26 Meet Dr. Patrick Ferran
01:47 Patrick's Journey: From Teacher to Executive Advisor
02:32 The Importance of Coaching and Developing Others
03:04 Challenges and Joys of Teaching and Chemistry
05:23 Coaching Strategies and the Power of 'Why'
08:43 The Intentional Executive: Patrick's New Book
09:48 The Role of Purpose in Leadership
13:22 Practical Applications and Co-Creation
18:21 Personal Insights and Family Life
21:33 Rapid Fire Questions and Conclusion
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