In this episode of Power Producers Podcast, David Carothers
welcomes a longtime friend and mentor, Bernie Borges, back to the
show for an insightful conversation on leadership, fulfillment, and creating a
culture of engaged employees. Bernie shares his journey
from marketing expert to developing a leadership framework that focuses on
helping leaders empower their teams to achieve both personal and professional
fulfillment.
David and Bernie dive deep
into the difference between happiness and fulfillment, and why fulfillment, a
deeper, more enduring sense of satisfaction, should be the ultimate goal for
leaders. Bernie explains how his Fulfillment-Centric Leadership Framework
has been designed to help leaders support their teams in reaching their fullest
potential, resulting in more engaged, loyal, and productive employees.
This episode is packed with real-world advice on how leaders
can navigate the modern workforce by focusing on fulfillment, recognizing the
value of personal relationships, and creating a work environment that fosters
achievement at all levels. Bernie also opens up about his experiences
developing this framework, the challenges he’s faced, and the incredible
feedback he’s received from both individuals and organizations looking to make
a positive impact in their workplaces.
Key Points:
Happiness vs. Fulfillment
Bernie explains the
difference between happiness (fleeting emotion) and fulfillment (deep, lasting
achievement), and why leaders should prioritize fulfillment.
The Five Key Life Pillars
Bernie introduces the Five Pillars: health, fitness, career, relationships, and
legacy, and how leaders can use them to guide teams towards fulfillment.
The Fulfillment-Centric Leadership Framework
Bernie outlines a 10-step leadership framework to help leaders assess their own
fulfillment and lead teams with conscious competence.
Addressing Employee Disengagement
With 77% of the workforce disengaged, Bernie advocates for leaders to focus on
personal and professional fulfillment to boost engagement and productivity.
The Power of Leadership That Understands Fulfillment
Bernie shares a story
of how understanding an employee’s needs and offering support led to greater
productivity and career success.
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Bernie Borges LinkedIn
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