Summer Sparks: Navigating Change with Compassion
Hosts: Simon Phillips & Renée Smith discussing their conversation with Joanna Zak
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In this episode of Summer Sparks, Simon Phillips and Renée Smith explore the themes of leadership, emotional intelligence, and the importance of being present in conversations. They discuss a clip from Joanna Zak about the significance of pausing and breathing during difficult discussions, especially in performance reviews. The conversation also delves into how leaders can communicate change with love and authenticity, emphasizing that true leadership involves facing challenges head-on rather than avoiding discomfort. The episode concludes with practical tips for listeners to reflect on their emotional responses in the workplace.
Takeaways
Sound Bites
"We need to pause and breathe."
"Even when things feel hard, infuse love."
"Notice your response when emotions show up."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Summer Sparks
02:26 The Importance of Being Present
07:55 Communicating Change with Love
12:12 The Challenge of Loving Leadership
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Connect with the Guest and the Hosts:
Joanna Zak - LinkedIn Profile
Renée Smith - LinkedIn Profile
Simon Phillips - LinkedIn Profile
All Music composed by Adam Phillips
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