Listen "The Donkey Uprising – What Mini-Donkeys Can Teach You About Leadership"
Episode Synopsis
What do two cheeky mini-donkeys and a paddock full of personality have to do with leadership? A lot more than you might think. In this episode of The Reins of Leadership, we explore an unexpected rebellion - not in the boardroom, but in the paddock - and the powerful lessons it holds for business leaders, teams, and anyone managing people with purpose.Meet Dotty and Sparky, the unlikely masterminds of the Great Donkey Uprising, and discover how their dynamic mirrors the strategist-implementer tension within your own team. We also introduce Paddy - the wise, seen-it-all Guardian, and unpack the essential third role that too many leaders overlook.This isn’t just a story about mini-hooves and bent fences. It’s a metaphor-rich exploration of how leadership really works: in the quiet moments, the unseen conversations, and the environments we create (or neglect).Connect with Merinda:Instagram: @IamMerindaSmithWebsite: www.merindasmith.com.au
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