Balancing Positional and Personal Power in Leadership with Burke WalkerIn this episode of the Built by People podcast, sponsored by Previ, host Dave D'Angelo welcomes Burke, a seasoned HR leader.
Burke shares his unconventional journey into HR, originally intending to pursue law. He discusses key leadership concepts, particularly the balance between positional and personal power.
Burke emphasizes the importance of individualized leadership development beyond traditional mass training, highlighting the use of tools like Predictive Index and 360 assessments.
He also stresses the significance of a growth mindset and offers practical advice on building a personal brand.
The episode provides valuable insights into effective leadership and career growth in HR.
00:00 Introduction to the Built by People Podcast
00:16 Sponsorship Message from Previ
00:45 Guest Introduction: Burke's Career Journey
01:57 Balancing Positional and Personal Power in Leadership
04:02 Evolving Leadership Development Strategies
05:25 Using Assessments for Leadership Growth
06:35 The Importance of a Growth Mindset
07:57 Measuring Leadership Development Success
09:29 Parting Advice on Personal Branding
11:49 Conclusion and Farewell
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