In this weeks episode, Jenn McCarron shares her journey and insights on leadership and innovation in the legal tech space. She made a turning point decision to bring all her creativity into her job at Cisco, which led to her success in the corporate environment. Jenn emphasizes the importance of fostering innovation and creativity within teams, encouraging experimentation, collaboration, and a playful attitude. She also discusses the balance between driving results and maintaining a positive team culture, highlighting the importance of clear goals and celebrating wins. Jenn addresses the ethical dilemma of automating legal workflows and the challenge of navigating the human impact of technological advancements. Jenn emphasizes the importance of feedback in a feedback-first culture like Netflix. She shares her experience of receiving constructive feedback and using it as an opportunity for growth. Jenn advises against being defensive when receiving feedback and suggests being open to it and taking it as an opportunity to improve. She also discusses the importance of continuous learning and development as a leader, including seeking mentorship, reading books on leadership, and cultivating hobbies.
In this episode, we explore:
- Taking a leap and betting on yourself can lead to personal and professional growth.
- Fostering innovation and creativity requires creating a safe space for experimentation and collaboration.
- Balancing driving results with maintaining a positive team culture involves setting clear goals and celebrating wins.
- Ethical decision-making in the legal tech space involves navigating the impact of automation on human roles and responsibilities.
- Feedback is crucial for personal and professional growth in leadership.
- Being open to feedback and not being defensive is essential for growth.
- Continuous learning and development are important for leaders.
- Seeking mentorship, reading books on leadership, and cultivating hobbies can contribute to personal and professional growth.
Jenn McCarron's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennmccarron/
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Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
00:54 - What is one decision you made that was a turning point for your leadership?
04:48 - How do you foster innovation and creativity in your teams?
12:19 - How do you balance driving results with maintaining a positive team culture?
18:47 - Can you describe a moment when you had to make a tough ethical decision?
23:27 - What role does feedback play in your leadership? How do you both give and receive it?
31:48 - How do you continue to grow and develop as a leader?
38:45 - What leadership book has influenced you most, and why?
42:27 - Conclusion
44:29 - Outro
Book Recommendation:
- “7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey: https://amzn.to/3Mb8YrD
- “Think And Grow Rich” by Napoleon Hill: https://amzn.to/4781Shz
- “How To Win Friends and Influence People” by Dale Carnegie: https://amzn.to/3SSmAvP
- “Mindset” by Carol S. Dweck, Ph .D.: https://amzn.to/3yKrGmY
- “Hidden Potential” by Adam Grant: https://amzn.to/4fMSuDP
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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