Dean Newlund: Leading with Vision, Empathy, and Connection

Description

In this episode, Kevin and Dean Newlund discuss:

The importance of ethical leadership in today’s world
Why leaders should embrace an ethic of "enough" and mutuality
The shift from maximizing profits to optimizing value
The role of mentorship in personal and professional growth
How capitalism can be reimagined to serve more people effectively

Key Takeaways:

True leadership starts with a clear purpose. Leaders who understand their "why" create a meaningful impact and inspire others to follow with intention.
Intuition is a powerful leadership tool. Beyond logic and data, trusting your instincts can lead to deeper connections and better decision-making.
Technology should support, not replace, human connection. While digital tools are useful, over-reliance on them can diminish trust, empathy, and engagement in the workplace.
Storytelling bridges the gap between logic and emotion. Leaders who use stories to communicate can make complex ideas more relatable and memorable.
Self-awareness is key to transformation. The more leaders understand themselves—their triggers, strengths, and growth areas—the better they can guide their teams and organizations.

"When you start smelling a rat, take action on it. I'm a big person who believes in intuition, especially with leaders, and if you start to feel something is off, it probably is." – Dean Newlund

About Dean Newlund:

Recognized by some of the world’s most influential organizations, Dean Newlund is a consultant, facilitator, coach, speaker, author, and leadership expert who is awakening organizations to fulfill their purpose. With a career spanning over 30 years, Dean has worked across five continents to build the capacity for transformative leadership, mindful organizations, strategic collaboration, and thriving cultures.

As the Chief Executive Officer at Mission Facilitators International (MFI), a boutique consulting firm headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Dean has dedicated his career to helping leaders, teams, and their organizations grow their people, clarify their visions, and implement their plans. His work has touched the lives of tens of thousands of employees, leaders, and board and community members, helping them resolve complex challenges and discover new opportunities.

Connect with Dean Newlund:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgqRK8GC8jBIFYPmECUCMkw

Website: https://www.mfileadership.com/

The Mission Statement E-Newsletter: https://www.mfileadership.com/blog/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deannewlund/

X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/deannewlund

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deannewlund/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MissionFacilitators/

Podcast: https://mfileadership.com/resources/podcast/

See Dean’s TedTalk “Why Business Needs Intuition” here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEq9IYvgV7I

Connect with Kevin Neal:

Website: https://drkdneal.com