Welcome to "A Leader's Story"!
In this weeks episode, Stacie Atwater, a seasoned leader with over two decades of experience in business technology and IT operations, shares her insights on leadership and decision-making. She discusses the turning point in her career when she realized her passion for building and leading teams. Stacie emphasizes the importance of creating space for innovation and creativity within teams and the need to remove mundane tasks to foster a more productive and fulfilling work environment. She also highlights the significance of prioritization, workload management, and team culture in driving results. Stacie shares her experiences in making tough ethical decisions and the role of feedback in leadership development.
In this episode, we explore:
- Discovering your passion for building and leading teams can be a turning point in your leadership journey.
- Creating space for innovation and removing mundane tasks can foster a more productive and fulfilling work environment.
- Prioritization, workload management, and team culture are essential for driving results and maintaining a positive team culture.
- Making tough ethical decisions requires considering the best interests of the team and the company.
- Feedback plays a crucial role in leadership development, both in giving and receiving it.
- Continued growth as a leader comes from leaning into uncomfortable situations and taking risks.
- Building high-performing teams requires prioritizing team health and cross-functional collaboration.
Explore the insights and experiences shared by Stacie as she unfolds her story. Whether you are a veteran leader or just starting your journey, this episode offers inspiration and practical guidance for everyone.
Stacie Atwater's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacieatwater/
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:55 - What is one decision you made that was a turning point for your leadership?
04:00 - How do you foster innovation and creativity in your teams?
07:36 - How do you balance driving results with maintaining a positive team culture?
10:04 - Can you describe a moment when you had to make a tough ethical decision?
12:10 - What role does feedback play in your leadership?
14:17 - How do you continue to grow as a leader?
16:03 - What leadership book has influenced you most, and why?
18:58 - Closing Remarks
19:46 - Outro
Book Recommendations:
- "Radical Candor" by Kim Scott: https://amzn.to/45TBqaI
- "The Hard Things About Hard Things" by Ben Horowitz: https://amzn.to/45TBqaI
- "The Advantage" by Patrick Lencioni: https://amzn.to/3YcIxcD
About "A Leader's Story":
"A Leader's Story" is a podcast that explores the unique paths of extraordinary leaders. In each episode, we ask the same seven questions to our guests, revealing the diverse journeys and insights that shape their success. Join us as we uncover the stories that make each leader's experience truly one-of-a-kind.
Host & Creator of "A Leader's Story" - Joe Rossi (https://linkedin.com/in/bigdatajoe)
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Leadership, Innovation, Team Culture, Ethics in Leadership, Feedback, Personal Growth, Professional Development, Leadership Books, Stacie Atwater, A Leader's Story Podcast, Inspirational Leaders
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