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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 43 - Feedback CultureIn this episode, Robert Adams discusses the importance of fostering a feedback culture within teams. He emphasizes that feedback should be viewed as a tool for growth rather than a source of fear. Through the example of Jessica Alba's leadership during a crisis, he illustrates how transparency and open communication can rebuild trust and encourage honest feedback. The conversation encourages leaders to reflect on their communication style and to deliver feedback in a constructive manner that empowers team members.TakeawaysFeedback culture is essential for team growth.
2025-12-1606 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 43 - Feedback CultureIn this episode, Robert Adams discusses the importance of fostering a feedback culture within teams. He emphasizes that feedback should be viewed as a tool for growth rather than a source of fear. Through the example of Jessica Alba's leadership during a crisis, he illustrates how transparency and open communication can rebuild trust and encourage honest feedback. The conversation encourages leaders to reflect on their communication style and to deliver feedback in a constructive manner that empowers team members.TakeawaysFeedback culture is essential for team growth.
2025-12-1606 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 42 - Adaptability - Staying Steady with ChangeIn this episode, Robert Adams discusses the importance of fostering a feedback culture within teams. He emphasizes that feedback should be viewed as a tool for growth rather than a source of fear. Through the example of Jessica Alba's leadership during a crisis, he illustrates how transparency and open communication can rebuild trust and encourage honest feedback. The conversation encourages leaders to reflect on their communication style and to deliver feedback in a constructive manner that empowers team members.TakeawaysFeedback culture is essential for team growth....
2025-12-0906 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 42 - Adaptability - Staying Steady with ChangeIn this episode, Robert Adams discusses the importance of fostering a feedback culture within teams. He emphasizes that feedback should be viewed as a tool for growth rather than a source of fear. Through the example of Jessica Alba's leadership during a crisis, he illustrates how transparency and open communication can rebuild trust and encourage honest feedback. The conversation encourages leaders to reflect on their communication style and to deliver feedback in a constructive manner that empowers team members.TakeawaysFeedback culture is essential for team growth....
2025-12-0906 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 41 - Next Gen TalentIn this conversation, Robert Adams discusses the importance of empowering the next generation through leadership that fosters belief and accountability. He highlights the concept of shared accountability practiced by Ben & Jerry's, where every team member is encouraged to contribute ideas and take responsibility, regardless of their title. The discussion emphasizes the transformative power of believing in individuals before they fully believe in themselves, showcasing how this can lead to a more engaged and innovative workforce.TakeawaysThe next generation isn't lacking talent. They're lacking leaders who believe in them...
2025-12-0207 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 41 - Next Gen TalentIn this conversation, Robert Adams discusses the importance of empowering the next generation through leadership that fosters belief and accountability. He highlights the concept of shared accountability practiced by Ben & Jerry's, where every team member is encouraged to contribute ideas and take responsibility, regardless of their title. The discussion emphasizes the transformative power of believing in individuals before they fully believe in themselves, showcasing how this can lead to a more engaged and innovative workforce.TakeawaysThe next generation isn't lacking talent. They're lacking leaders who believe in them...
2025-12-0207 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 40 - Trust & CultureIn this conversation, Robert Adams discusses the innovative approach taken by Panera Bread to improve communication within their organization through the implementation of listening circles. These circles foster open dialogue between frontline employees and leadership, allowing for genuine feedback and collaboration without the constraints of traditional corporate meetings.TakeawaysPanera Bread implemented listening circles to enhance communication.Listening circles involved small groups of employees and leaders.The focus was on real challenges and ideas, not corporate formalities.Leadership's role was to listen...
2025-11-2608 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 40 - Trust & CultureIn this conversation, Robert Adams discusses the innovative approach taken by Panera Bread to improve communication within their organization through the implementation of listening circles. These circles foster open dialogue between frontline employees and leadership, allowing for genuine feedback and collaboration without the constraints of traditional corporate meetings.TakeawaysPanera Bread implemented listening circles to enhance communication.Listening circles involved small groups of employees and leaders.The focus was on real challenges and ideas, not corporate formalities.Leadership's role was to listen...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 39 - Wellness & Burnout PreventionIn this conversation, Robert Adams delves into the often-overlooked topic of burnout, particularly in the food service industry. He emphasizes the difference between corporate burnout and the human experience of exhaustion that creeps in slowly. Adams discusses the importance of passion in food service and how it can lead to burnout without proper rest. He advocates for leaders to take proactive measures to prevent burnout by modeling healthy boundaries and normalizing rest, highlighting that tired individuals merely survive rather than thrive.TakeawaysBurnout is often...
2025-11-1807 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 39 - Wellness & Burnout PreventionIn this conversation, Robert Adams delves into the often-overlooked topic of burnout, particularly in the food service industry. He emphasizes the difference between corporate burnout and the human experience of exhaustion that creeps in slowly. Adams discusses the importance of passion in food service and how it can lead to burnout without proper rest. He advocates for leaders to take proactive measures to prevent burnout by modeling healthy boundaries and normalizing rest, highlighting that tired individuals merely survive rather than thrive.TakeawaysBurnout is often...
2025-11-1807 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 38 — Sustainable Leadership Practices in FoodserviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the concept of sustainable leadership, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and decision-making that benefits not just immediate results but also future outcomes. He shares insights from Sweetgreen's approach to sustainability and encourages leaders to model responsible behavior, connect their teams to a greater purpose, and recognize integrity in decision-making. The episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to consider the long-term implications of their decisions.TakeawaysLeadership starts with what you choose to do right where you are.
2025-11-1107 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 38 — Sustainable Leadership Practices in FoodserviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the concept of sustainable leadership, emphasizing the importance of long-term thinking and decision-making that benefits not just immediate results but also future outcomes. He shares insights from Sweetgreen's approach to sustainability and encourages leaders to model responsible behavior, connect their teams to a greater purpose, and recognize integrity in decision-making. The episode concludes with a challenge for listeners to consider the long-term implications of their decisions.TakeawaysLeadership starts with what you choose to do right where you are.
2025-11-1107 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 37 — Inclusive Leadership in FoodserviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the significance of inclusive leadership in fostering a strong workplace culture, particularly in the food service industry. He emphasizes that leadership is not just about authority but about making every team member feel valued and heard. Through practical examples and actionable steps, he illustrates how inclusive practices can enhance team engagement and performance. The episode concludes with a leadership challenge to encourage listeners to actively seek diverse perspectives in decision-making.TakeawaysLeadership doesn't begin when the meeting starts.
2025-11-0407 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 37 — Inclusive Leadership in FoodserviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the significance of inclusive leadership in fostering a strong workplace culture, particularly in the food service industry. He emphasizes that leadership is not just about authority but about making every team member feel valued and heard. Through practical examples and actionable steps, he illustrates how inclusive practices can enhance team engagement and performance. The episode concludes with a leadership challenge to encourage listeners to actively seek diverse perspectives in decision-making.TakeawaysLeadership doesn't begin when the meeting starts.
2025-11-0407 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 36 - Building Resilient Teams in FoodserviceIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the importance of building resilient teams in the food service industry. He highlights the case of Chipotle, which faced a significant crisis in 2015, and how their leadership responded by focusing on recovery and trust-building rather than panic. Adams emphasizes that resilience is a leadership behavior that can be cultivated through structured recovery practices and encourages leaders to create an environment where teams can reset and learn from challenges.TakeawaysLeadership happens right where you are.
2025-10-2806 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 36 - Building Resilient Teams in FoodserviceIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the importance of building resilient teams in the food service industry. He highlights the case of Chipotle, which faced a significant crisis in 2015, and how their leadership responded by focusing on recovery and trust-building rather than panic. Adams emphasizes that resilience is a leadership behavior that can be cultivated through structured recovery practices and encourages leaders to create an environment where teams can reset and learn from challenges.TakeawaysLeadership happens right where you are.
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 35 - Digital Leadership in Food serviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of leadership in the digital transformation of the food industry. He emphasizes that technology alone does not drive change; rather, it is the connection and purpose that leaders instill in their teams that fosters successful adoption of new tools. Using Chick-fil-A as a case study, he illustrates how a people-first approach can lead to greater engagement and confidence among employees. The conversation highlights the importance of leading with purpose, creating a supportive culture for change, and recognizing effort over perfection....
2025-10-2107 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 35 - Digital Leadership in Food serviceIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of leadership in the digital transformation of the food industry. He emphasizes that technology alone does not drive change; rather, it is the connection and purpose that leaders instill in their teams that fosters successful adoption of new tools. Using Chick-fil-A as a case study, he illustrates how a people-first approach can lead to greater engagement and confidence among employees. The conversation highlights the importance of leading with purpose, creating a supportive culture for change, and recognizing effort over perfection....
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 34 - My Leadership JourneySummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams shares his journey from a culinary background to becoming a leader in the food service industry. He emphasizes the importance of community, personal growth, and a people-first mentality in leadership. Rob discusses the challenges he faced and the lessons learned, highlighting the significance of building trust and resilience within teams. He also outlines upcoming topics for future episodes, focusing on digital transformation, inclusive leadership, and wellness in the workplace.Takeaways...
2025-10-1409 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 34 - My Leadership JourneySummaryIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams shares his journey from a culinary background to becoming a leader in the food service industry. He emphasizes the importance of community, personal growth, and a people-first mentality in leadership. Rob discusses the challenges he faced and the lessons learned, highlighting the significance of building trust and resilience within teams. He also outlines upcoming topics for future episodes, focusing on digital transformation, inclusive leadership, and wellness in the workplace.Takeaways...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 33 - Leadership HabitsIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the importance of habits in leadership, emphasizing that great leaders are defined not by their charisma or intelligence, but by their consistent behaviors. He introduces the concept of the habit loop and shares actionable strategies for developing effective leadership habits, including the significance of tiny wins and daily reflections. The episode concludes with a challenge to adopt micro habits that align with one's leadership identity.takeawaysThe difference between a good leader and a great one is habits.Habits are identity-based; you become the leader you be...
2025-08-0507 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 33 - Leadership HabitsIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the importance of habits in leadership, emphasizing that great leaders are defined not by their charisma or intelligence, but by their consistent behaviors. He introduces the concept of the habit loop and shares actionable strategies for developing effective leadership habits, including the significance of tiny wins and daily reflections. The episode concludes with a challenge to adopt micro habits that align with one's leadership identity.takeawaysThe difference between a good leader and a great one is habits.Habits are identity-based; you become the leader you be...
2025-08-0507 min
A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 32 - Leadership StrengthsIn this episode of 'A Student of Leadership', Rob Adams emphasizes the importance of focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses in leadership. He shares the story of Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, who successfully built a culture of strength-based leadership. The episode outlines practical strategies for leaders to identify and leverage the strengths of their team members, ultimately leading to increased engagement and productivity.takeawaysStrengths give you energy and feel easy.Great leaders focus on what's working, not what's broken.Mary Barra exemplifies leading with strengths.Aligning strengths makes weaknesses...
2025-07-2906 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 32 - Leadership StrengthsIn this episode of 'A Student of Leadership', Rob Adams emphasizes the importance of focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses in leadership. He shares the story of Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, who successfully built a culture of strength-based leadership. The episode outlines practical strategies for leaders to identify and leverage the strengths of their team members, ultimately leading to increased engagement and productivity.takeawaysStrengths give you energy and feel easy.Great leaders focus on what's working, not what's broken.Mary Barra exemplifies leading with strengths.Aligning strengths makes weaknesses...
2025-07-2906 min
A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 31 - Leadership PotentialIn this episode of 'A Student of Leadership', Rob Adams discusses the importance of recognizing and nurturing potential in team members. He emphasizes the role of belief in fostering growth and innovation, using Satya Nadella's leadership at Microsoft as a key example. The episode outlines practical steps for leaders to help their teams realize their potential, including identifying quiet achievers, providing challenges, and communicating belief in their capabilities. The conversation concludes with a leadership challenge to engage team members in discussions about their growth aspirations.takeawaysGreat leaders focus on potential, not...
2025-07-2207 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 31 - Leadership PotentialIn this episode of 'A Student of Leadership', Rob Adams discusses the importance of recognizing and nurturing potential in team members. He emphasizes the role of belief in fostering growth and innovation, using Satya Nadella's leadership at Microsoft as a key example. The episode outlines practical steps for leaders to help their teams realize their potential, including identifying quiet achievers, providing challenges, and communicating belief in their capabilities. The conversation concludes with a leadership challenge to engage team members in discussions about their growth aspirations.takeawaysGreat leaders focus on potential, not...
2025-07-2207 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 30 - Leadership DevelopmentIn this episode, Rob Adams emphasizes the critical role of people development in effective leadership. He discusses how great leaders prioritize the growth of their team members, sharing insights from Rosalind Brewer's leadership journey. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for fostering development, such as creating learning moments and providing real-time feedback. Ultimately, Adams encourages leaders to focus on building a legacy through the empowerment of others.takeawaysLeadership is about building people for the future.Great leaders prioritize the development of their team.Rosalind Brewer exemplifies effective people development.Diversity in leadership le...
2025-07-1508 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 30 - Leadership DevelopmentIn this episode, Rob Adams emphasizes the critical role of people development in effective leadership. He discusses how great leaders prioritize the growth of their team members, sharing insights from Rosalind Brewer's leadership journey. The conversation highlights actionable strategies for fostering development, such as creating learning moments and providing real-time feedback. Ultimately, Adams encourages leaders to focus on building a legacy through the empowerment of others.takeawaysLeadership is about building people for the future.Great leaders prioritize the development of their team.Rosalind Brewer exemplifies effective people development.Diversity in leadership le...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 29 - Leadership FeedbackIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of feedback in leadership. He emphasizes that feedback should be constructive and aimed at helping individuals grow rather than pointing out flaws. Using Pixar's Brain Trust as an example, he illustrates how a culture of open and honest feedback can lead to greater creativity and success. Adams provides practical strategies for giving effective feedback, encouraging leaders to be specific, balanced, and to create a safe environment for dialogue. He concludes with a challenge for listeners to practice giving and receiving feedback as a...
2025-07-0807 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 29 - Leadership FeedbackIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of feedback in leadership. He emphasizes that feedback should be constructive and aimed at helping individuals grow rather than pointing out flaws. Using Pixar's Brain Trust as an example, he illustrates how a culture of open and honest feedback can lead to greater creativity and success. Adams provides practical strategies for giving effective feedback, encouraging leaders to be specific, balanced, and to create a safe environment for dialogue. He concludes with a challenge for listeners to practice giving and receiving feedback as a...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 28 - Leadership SponsorshipIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of sponsorship in leadership, emphasizing its transformative power compared to traditional mentoring. He shares insights on how sponsorship can significantly impact career advancement, particularly for underrepresented groups. The conversation includes actionable steps for leaders to become effective sponsors, highlighting the importance of advocating for hidden talents and creating opportunities for others.TakeawaysSponsorship is a crucial leadership behavior that can change careers.Mentoring is helpful, but sponsorship is transformational.Performance alone won't...
2025-07-0107 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 28 - Leadership SponsorshipIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of sponsorship in leadership, emphasizing its transformative power compared to traditional mentoring. He shares insights on how sponsorship can significantly impact career advancement, particularly for underrepresented groups. The conversation includes actionable steps for leaders to become effective sponsors, highlighting the importance of advocating for hidden talents and creating opportunities for others.TakeawaysSponsorship is a crucial leadership behavior that can change careers.Mentoring is helpful, but sponsorship is transformational.Performance alone won't...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 27 - Leadership MentoringIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of mentoring in leadership. He shares a poignant story about a cafeteria worker, Denise, who mentored a struggling student, Maria, helping her realize her potential and achieve her dream of becoming a nurse. The conversation emphasizes that mentoring is about investing in others, building confidence, and fostering relationships rather than merely providing advice. Rob outlines key habits for effective mentoring, encouraging leaders to notice potential in others, ask insightful questions, and maintain consistent support.takeawaysMentoring is about investing...
2025-06-2409 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 27 - Leadership MentoringIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of mentoring in leadership. He shares a poignant story about a cafeteria worker, Denise, who mentored a struggling student, Maria, helping her realize her potential and achieve her dream of becoming a nurse. The conversation emphasizes that mentoring is about investing in others, building confidence, and fostering relationships rather than merely providing advice. Rob outlines key habits for effective mentoring, encouraging leaders to notice potential in others, ask insightful questions, and maintain consistent support.takeawaysMentoring is about investing...
2025-06-2409 min
A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 26 - Leadership CoachingIn this micro-podcast, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of coaching in leadership. He emphasizes that coaching is not about fixing people but unlocking their potential and fostering growth. Through the story of Coach Taylor and Eli, he illustrates how trust and presence can lead to significant change. Adams distinguishes coaching from managing, highlighting the importance of intentionality and empathy in coaching practices. He shares practical habits for effective coaching and underscores the human element of coaching and mentoring in developing future leaders.takeawaysCoaching is about unlocking potential, not...
2025-06-2111 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 26 - Leadership CoachingIn this micro-podcast, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of coaching in leadership. He emphasizes that coaching is not about fixing people but unlocking their potential and fostering growth. Through the story of Coach Taylor and Eli, he illustrates how trust and presence can lead to significant change. Adams distinguishes coaching from managing, highlighting the importance of intentionality and empathy in coaching practices. He shares practical habits for effective coaching and underscores the human element of coaching and mentoring in developing future leaders.takeawaysCoaching is about unlocking potential, not...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 26 - Leadership CoachingsummaryIn this micro-podcast, Rob Adams discusses the transformative power of coaching in leadership. He emphasizes that coaching is not about fixing people but unlocking their potential and fostering growth. Through the story of Coach Taylor and Eli, he illustrates how trust and presence can lead to significant change. Adams distinguishes coaching from managing, highlighting the importance of intentionality and empathy in coaching practices. He shares practical habits for effective coaching and underscores the human element of coaching and mentoring in developing future leaders.takeawaysCoaching is about...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 25 - Leadership DecisivenessIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams discusses the critical leadership habit of decisiveness. He emphasizes that effective leaders do not wait for perfect clarity but take timely and confident action, even in uncertain situations. Through a real-life story of a school principal who made a bold decision during a storm, Rob illustrates the importance of decisiveness in leadership. He also addresses the negative impact of indecision on teams and provides practical habits to cultivate decisiveness, encouraging leaders to own their decisions and communicate clearly to build trust and momentum.
2025-06-1011 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 25 - Leadership DecisivenessIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams discusses the critical leadership habit of decisiveness. He emphasizes that effective leaders do not wait for perfect clarity but take timely and confident action, even in uncertain situations. Through a real-life story of a school principal who made a bold decision during a storm, Rob illustrates the importance of decisiveness in leadership. He also addresses the negative impact of indecision on teams and provides practical habits to cultivate decisiveness, encouraging leaders to own their decisions and communicate clearly to build trust and momentum.
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 24 - Leadership CollaborationIn this episode of the Student of Leadership Micro Podcast, Rob Adams discusses the essential habit of collaboration, emphasizing its role in multiplying talent, building trust, and achieving extraordinary outcomes. He shares a compelling story about the Miracle on the Hudson to illustrate the power of teamwork under pressure. The conversation delves into the difference between real collaboration and mere compliance, offering actionable habits for leaders to foster a collaborative environment. The episode concludes with a call to action for leaders to embrace collaboration as a mindset and culture.takeaways...
2025-06-0508 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 24 - Leadership CollaborationIn this episode of the Student of Leadership Micro Podcast, Rob Adams discusses the essential habit of collaboration, emphasizing its role in multiplying talent, building trust, and achieving extraordinary outcomes. He shares a compelling story about the Miracle on the Hudson to illustrate the power of teamwork under pressure. The conversation delves into the difference between real collaboration and mere compliance, offering actionable habits for leaders to foster a collaborative environment. The episode concludes with a call to action for leaders to embrace collaboration as a mindset and culture.takeaways...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 23 - Leadership InnovationIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of innovation in leadership. He emphasizes that innovation is not just about groundbreaking ideas but about fostering a culture where teams feel safe to experiment and learn from their mistakes. By creating an environment of psychological safety, leaders can encourage their teams to share ideas and take risks, ultimately leading to continuous improvement and growth. Adams provides practical strategies for leaders to cultivate innovation within their teams, highlighting the importance of celebrating attempts and fostering curiosity.takeaways
2025-05-2708 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 23 - Leadership InnovationIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams discusses the critical role of innovation in leadership. He emphasizes that innovation is not just about groundbreaking ideas but about fostering a culture where teams feel safe to experiment and learn from their mistakes. By creating an environment of psychological safety, leaders can encourage their teams to share ideas and take risks, ultimately leading to continuous improvement and growth. Adams provides practical strategies for leaders to cultivate innovation within their teams, highlighting the importance of celebrating attempts and fostering curiosity.takeaways
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 22 - Leadership DisciplineIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of discipline in leadership. He emphasizes that true discipline is not about rigid control but about mastering oneself to lead others effectively. Through the inspiring example of Serena Williams, he illustrates how discipline can drive success in various fields, including business and advocacy. The episode concludes with practical strategies for building sustainable discipline, encouraging leaders to create systems that support their priorities and foster accountability.takeawaysDiscipline is often misunderstood as rigid control.True leadership discipline...
2025-05-2008 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 22 - Leadership DisciplineIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of discipline in leadership. He emphasizes that true discipline is not about rigid control but about mastering oneself to lead others effectively. Through the inspiring example of Serena Williams, he illustrates how discipline can drive success in various fields, including business and advocacy. The episode concludes with practical strategies for building sustainable discipline, encouraging leaders to create systems that support their priorities and foster accountability.takeawaysDiscipline is often misunderstood as rigid control.True leadership discipline...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 21 - Leadership ReflectionIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of reflection in leadership. He emphasizes that reflection is not merely looking back but involves deep analysis and insight extraction that can significantly enhance decision-making and leadership effectiveness. Through historical examples, particularly Abraham Lincoln's reflective practices during the Civil War, Adams illustrates how structured reflection can lead to strategic insights and improved leadership outcomes. He also provides practical frameworks for incorporating reflection into daily leadership practices, highlighting the importance of creating rituals, engaging in triple-loop reflection, and collaborating with reflection partners. The...
2025-05-1308 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 21 - Leadership ReflectionIn this episode of A Student of Leadership, Rob Adams delves into the transformative power of reflection in leadership. He emphasizes that reflection is not merely looking back but involves deep analysis and insight extraction that can significantly enhance decision-making and leadership effectiveness. Through historical examples, particularly Abraham Lincoln's reflective practices during the Civil War, Adams illustrates how structured reflection can lead to strategic insights and improved leadership outcomes. He also provides practical frameworks for incorporating reflection into daily leadership practices, highlighting the importance of creating rituals, engaging in triple-loop reflection, and collaborating with reflection partners. The...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 20 - Leadership PrioritizationIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical importance of prioritization in leadership. He emphasizes that effective prioritization is not just a productivity hack but a survival skill that distinguishes exceptional leaders from busy ones. Through examples like Warren Buffett's investment strategies and insights from Stephen Covey, the episode explores how leaders can master the art of prioritization to enhance their effectiveness and their team's engagement. Practical strategies and an action challenge are provided to help listeners implement prioritization in their leadership practices.takeawaysTrue prioritization is a survival skill...
2025-05-0609 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 20 - Leadership PrioritizationIn this episode, Rob Adams discusses the critical importance of prioritization in leadership. He emphasizes that effective prioritization is not just a productivity hack but a survival skill that distinguishes exceptional leaders from busy ones. Through examples like Warren Buffett's investment strategies and insights from Stephen Covey, the episode explores how leaders can master the art of prioritization to enhance their effectiveness and their team's engagement. Practical strategies and an action challenge are provided to help listeners implement prioritization in their leadership practices.takeawaysTrue prioritization is a survival skill...
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A Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 19 - Leadership AuthenticityIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of authentic leadership. He emphasizes that authenticity is not about perfection but about genuine self-awareness and transparent humanity. Through the story of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how authentic leadership fosters trust and innovation. The episode also presents practical strategies for cultivating authenticity in leadership, including creating authenticity anchors, developing a personal leadership narrative, and building connections with team members. The episode concludes with an action challenge for listeners to practice authentic leadership in their own contexts....
2025-04-2908 minA Student of Leadership - Real Leaders. Real Growth. One Table.Episode 19 - Leadership AuthenticityIn this episode of the Micro Podcast, Rob Adams explores the transformative power of authentic leadership. He emphasizes that authenticity is not about perfection but about genuine self-awareness and transparent humanity. Through the story of Howard Schultz at Starbucks, he illustrates how authentic leadership fosters trust and innovation. The episode also presents practical strategies for cultivating authenticity in leadership, including creating authenticity anchors, developing a personal leadership narrative, and building connections with team members. The episode concludes with an action challenge for listeners to practice authentic leadership in their own contexts....
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