In this episode of Strategies for Tomorrow's Leaders, Mike Lejeune sits down with Graham Wilson, a renowned global leadership consultant, often referred to as the "Leadership Wizard." The conversation dives deep into the essence of leadership in today's fast-paced world, emphasizing the importance of resilience, authenticity, and the art of slowing down to speed up. Graham shares his journey into leadership consulting, highlighting how his title of "Leadership Wizard" was born out of his clients' experiences of extraordinary results through his guidance. He discusses the significant challenges leaders face today, including the need to unlearn outdated practices and embrace new ways of thinking. A key takeaway is the concept of building real, authentic leadership that resonates with teams, fostering environments where people feel genuinely engaged and valued. Mike and Graham explore the crucial role of self-awareness and purpose in leadership. Graham stresses that true leadership begins with understanding oneself and having a clear vision of one's purpose. The episode also touches on the importance of creating high-performance teams, the necessity of adaptability in leadership, and the balance between driving results and maintaining human connections. Show Notes: 01:00 Overview of Graham's background as a global leadership consultant The story behind the nickname "Leadership Wizard" 02:50 Key Leadership Challenges The importance of unlearning outdated leadership practices 07:45 Building Resilient Leaders: The necessity of slowing down to achieve better results Creating a high-trust, psychologically safe environment for teams 12:01 Leadership in the Modern World: Crafting leadership disciplines tailored to the current contextThe role of simplicity and clarity in decision-makingAdapting leadership styles to different cultural and organizational contexts Connect with Graham: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leadershipwizard/

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