"Leadership isn't just about directing people on what to do. It's about inspiring them to see what they could achieve and helping them unlock that potential.”

In this episode of Executive Evolution, our host Craig Anderson is joined by Chad Schultenover, GM and COO at Meridian Hills Country Club, to share the critical importance of mentorship, strategic patience, and emotional intelligence in successful leadership.

Join us as Chad shares how leadership roles require not only understanding organizational culture but also effective communication, relationship building, and the ability to inspire and empower others.

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Key Takeaways:

• Whether you're climbing the leadership ladder or already at the top, find a mentor to provide you with guidance and a different perspective that is crucial for personal and professional growth
• Understand your team's and stakeholders' needs to help craft more inclusive and effective strategies
• Embrace change and strategic patience for gradual and accepted improvements without alienating the team

Things to listen for:

[02:03] Lightning round with Chad

[07:48] Leadership means recognizing potential in others

[11:53] Mentorship, promotion, and transition in leadership roles is key

[18:55] New leaders should cautiously implement changes

[24:03] Emotional intelligence increases hospitality

[22:11] Advice Chad would give to his younger self

[24:00] Craigs takeaways

Your team’s truest potential comes to life when you cultivate an environment of emotional safety.

In this episode of Executive Evolution, our host Craig Anderson is joined by Steven Gaffney, President and CEO of Steven Gaffney Company, to share invaluable insights into the heart of effective leadership. Steven shares how creating a culture where communication thrives can prevent the debilitating build-up of issues within your business and offers powerful personal anecdotes, highlighting how speaking up and addressing the unsaid not only alleviates stress but also strengthens teams.

Join us as Steven shares his masterclass for those looking to improve their leadership skills and drive meaningful change.

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Key Takeaways:

• Cultivate an emotionally safe environment to foster open communication and address problems before they escalate
• Encourage leaders to elicit unfiltered feedback and make accountable decisions without primarily seeking consensus
• Mentor and coach future leaders to promote leadership development and drive continuous innovation within the organization

Things to listen for:

[02:09] Lightning round with Steven

[07:25] Mood's have an impact on productivity and interaction

[12:17] Communication and problem-solving are crucial for success

[14:00] Seek help and support during tough times

[19:55] Seek input, but be accountable for your final decision

[23:56] Be open, stay alert, reassess and adapt

[27:37] What advice Steven would give to her younger self

[30:18] Craigs takeaways

Leadership is not always about being center stage. It's about being able to hold other people up, help them feel supported, and guide them to success.

In this episode of Executive Evolution, our host Craig Anderson sits down with Liz Higgins, the founder and therapist at Millennial Life Counseling, to dive into her journey as a leader. Liz dives into the importance of relationships, the impact of coaching and mentorship, and the significance of self-awareness in leadership.

Join us as Liz shares her wealth of leadership experience and how to navigate the challenging waters of leadership.

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Connect with Liz on LinkedIn

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