Description

In this episode of the Winners Find a Way Show, host Trent Clark sits down with Mark Graban, author of The Mistakes That Make Us and host of the podcast My Favorite Mistake. They dive into the importance of embracing mistakes as learning opportunities and the power of resilient leadership. With a deep discussion on the different types of mistakes, from those that require prevention to those that drive innovation, Trent and Mark share personal stories and actionable insights that every leader can apply.

Key Discussion Points:

• The dual nature of mistakes: deadly serious versus innovation-driving.
• How celebrating mistakes can foster a culture of growth and improvement.
• The concept of "Just Culture" in healthcare and its implications for leadership.
• Insights into leadership from legendary figures like John Wooden and Pat Summitt.
• Personal reflections on handling failure, the importance of resilience, and maintaining a healthy mindset after mistakes.

Guest:
Mark Graban is a recognized expert in leadership, consulting, and podcasting. With an engineering background from Northwestern and MIT, Mark is known for his work in process improvement, especially in the healthcare sector. He is the author of The Mistakes That Make Us and the host of the popular podcast My Favorite Mistake.

Host:
Trent Clark is the CEO of Leadershipity, a seasoned entrepreneur, and a former Major League Baseball coach with three World Series appearances. He is also the author of Leading Winning Teams.

Episode Highlights:

• [00:02:00] Introduction of Mark Graban and his focus on learning from mistakes.
• [00:05:00] Mark shares his journey from engineering to leadership consulting.
• [00:15:00] The role of vulnerability in leadership and the importance of asking for help.
• [00:30:00] How leaders can create a safe space for learning from mistakes.
• [00:40:00] The importance of role clarity and adaptation in building winning teams.
• [00:55:00] Mark’s advice for leaders struggling with mistakes: Be kind to yourself, learn from the experience, and move forward.

Connect with Mark Graban:

• Website: MarkGraban.com
• LinkedIn: Mark Graban
• Podcast: My Favorite Mistake

Connect with Trent M. Clark:

• Website: Leadershipity.com
• LinkedIn: Trent M. Clark
• Email: trent@leadershipity.com

If you’re interested in elevating your team’s performance and doubling your organizational value, reach out to Trent for a consultation. Visit Leadershipity.com to learn more or schedule a 15-minute call with Trent.

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