Welcome to "How to Make a Leader," a leadership development podcast from Big Think+ where we take the best ideas from the biggest minds in learning and development and distill them into actionable insights. In each episode, host Hannah Beaver sits down with learning and development leaders to discuss how to create world-class leadership development programs, how to nurture frontline leadership skills, and even how to combat burnout.
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The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader: Make a Greater Impact by Creating a High Performance Team while Avoiding Stress and Overwhelm
Aid for Aid Workers
Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact without the overwhelm and overwork? If you want to create a high performance team that meets the changing demands of the humanitarian and development sector without sacrificing your wellbeing, you're in the right place! In less time than it takes to drink your powdered milk Nescafe you will learn: - How to empower a diverse team to perform their best despite cultural and personality differences - Wh ...
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EQ for World Leaders Podcast | Emotional Intelligence | Politics | Leadership | Empathy | Decision making | Make an Impact
Nina Andrijanic | EQ Leadership Coach, Speaker, Founder
If you want to learn how you can become a better leader in politics and business with help of emotional intelligence - EQ for World Leaders Podcast is for you. Nina Andrijanic is dedicated to bring you top politicians and business leaders who have already implemented these EQ strategies and will show you how it is done in the real world of politics and business. If you want t learn more about how to make better decisions, impact your community and change the world then stick around, it's goi ...
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3 Tips to Immediately Make a Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How do you know if you are leading to make the most impact on those around you? In today's episode you'll discover how to: Harness the power of silence to foster deeper conversations and uncover hidden insights from your team. Align your actions with your words to build trust and integrity within your organization. Shift your focus from authority t…
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Data. It’s loved by some, feared by many, but there’s no arguing that it’s an essential tool in a leader’s toolkit. But how do we turn numbers into knowledge? In this episode, Figma’s Eric Grant shares why data fluency isn’t all about the tools—it’s about hands-on practice. He explains how consistently working with data drives better learning insig…
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How Leading from Behind Helps You Get Ahead as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How can you create a team that takes more ownership and responsibility of their work so you can focus on bigger picture tasks? This is just one of the lessons Kofi Duku shares from his ten years' experience as a leader in West Africa. In today's interview, you'll discover: Why leaders who lead only from the front may be leaving their team behind Wh…
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How You May be Negatively Impacting Your Team's Performance as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How strongly do you believe in your team's performance? You may say yes, but it is your actions which answer this question. If you give advice or tell others what to do, it is likely in part due to not trusting your team's own solutions or performance. In this episode learn how to know if you are undermining your team's confidence, and discover: Wh…
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How Telling Your Team What to Do Makes YOU a Lower Performer as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How does telling your team what to do impact their overall performance? Many humanitarian and international development leaders think telling their team what to do is essential, but relying too heavily on this approach can lead to an over-dependent, less empowered team. This episode explores how leaders unintentionally undermine team performance by…
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How to Protect Your Time and Gain Respect at Work as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How can you gain more time AND respect at work? In this episode you'll discover: One common thing leaders do which negatively impacts self-seteem over time How to earn respect from your colleagues (and yourself) What will likely happen if you say no to someone who asks to meet with you Tune in to this seven minute episode to learn how to reclaim yo…
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STOP Doing This So You Can Gain Control of Your Time as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you tired of feeling like your time isn’t your own? You are not alone. Between being assigned last minute proposals, attending tons of meetings and various HQ initiatives you may feel you don't own your time. But there are some ways you can gain more control over it, and that's what you'll learn in today's episode! By tuning in, you’ll discover…
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How to Say No to Extra Work Without Feeling Guilty as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Have you ever felt guilty for saying no to extra work, even when your plate is already full? Many leaders struggle with setting boundaries, often feeling the pressure to say yes to every request. This episode tackles the common dilemma of wanting to be a team player while avoiding burnout, offering insights that resonate with anyone aiming to maint…
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How Saying Yes to Extra Work Makes You Less of a Team Player as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Ever felt overwhelmed by your workload simply because you couldn’t say no? Sometimes humanitarian and development leaders struggle with the urge to be team players, often leading to taking on more work than we can handle. This may lead to burnout and decreased productivity. This episode dives into a critical mindset shift: recognizing that saying n…
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Sometimes the simplest things can be the key to making the most of our time. The problem is we often become so busy as humanitarian and international development leaders we can forget these simple things. And that leads us to just surviving and doing what we can to get things done. This episode delves into a crucial lesson from Steve Jobs: the impo…
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How You Can Achieve More while Working LESS as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you exhausted from constantly being "busy" yet feeling like you’re making little impact? In this episode, we dive into what I call "high performance syndrome" —a state where the drive for productivity leads to stress and burnout rather than meaningful results. If you’ve ever found yourself working late into the night or drowning in endless emai…
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What Keeps You From Feeling Motivated and How to Overcome It as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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What’s keeps you from feeling truly motivated in your humanitarian and/or international development work? In today's episode, we tackle a common struggle: the disconnect that can arise when day-to-day tasks overshadow your purpose. Many humanitarian and international development leaders find themselves overwhelmed, losing sight of the impact you or…
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How You Can Develop a Higher Performance Team DAILY as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you struggling to find time to develop your team while juggling countless responsibilities? Many leaders feel overwhelmed and believe they simply don’t have the time to invest in team development. Yet, the absence of regular development can lead to stagnation—both for your team and yourself. This episode addresses this common struggle, offering…
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Effective leaders aren’t the ones you’d expect: A conversation with historian and professor, Martin Gutmann
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What can the leaders of the past teach us about leadership in the present? In this episode of How to Make a Leader, historian and management professor Martin Gutmann challenges our conventional understanding of leadership with a look back at leaders throughout history. In many organizations, we often associate leadership with the loudest voices or …
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4 Unique and Easy Steps to Build a Positive Relationship with Your Team as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How does your team feel about you as a leader? As a leader, the emotional connection you cultivate with your team can significantly impact their well-being and productivity. In today’s episode, we dive into the critical relationship between leadership and team dynamics, especially in light of Mental Health Day. Discover a unique way to be more mind…
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A Must Have Skill to Motivate Your Team to Greater Wellbeing as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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What if a simple change in how you recognize your team can transform their mental health and motivation? In today's fast-paced humanitarian and development sectors, leaders often overlook the profound impact of genuine recognition on their team’s mental wellbeing. As pressures mount, many struggle with feelings of undervaluation and burnout. This e…
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1 Thing You Must Have to Become An Amazing Leader as a Humanitarian and International Development Supervisor
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We spend a lot of time forming job descriptions and action plans. But what about time on how you want to be remembered as a unique leader? Today's 9 minute quick quote episode is inspired by this quote by Rosabeth Moss Kanter: “A vision is not just a picture of what could be, it’s an appeal to our better selves, to become something more.” This epis…
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3 Uncommon Performance Plan Goals To Make Your Team THRIVE as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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In today’s fast-paced humanitarian and development landscape, the traditional approach to performance planning often falls short, leading to uninspired teams and stagnant results. This episode dives into how you can transform performance plans into powerful tools for motivation and change, addressing a common challenge many leaders face—how to driv…
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How Being Helpful is Ruining Your Team's Performance as a Humanitarian and Development Leader
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In this episode, we delve into a common pitfall that many humanitarian and development leaders face: when asking, "How can I support you?" While this question seems caring, it can inadvertently create dependency among team members, undermining their growth and confidence. Understanding how and when to ask this question can transform your leadership…
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3 Powerful Performance Planning Questions You've Never Asked as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Struggling to make your performance and development plans truly effective? If you’re finding that traditional planning questions aren’t setting your team up for success, this episode is tailored just for you. We’ll dive into how to tackle common pitfalls in performance and development planning, ensuring your goals are not only achievable but transf…
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Are you unknowingly preventing your team's growth by focusing on mistakes instead of lessons? In today's episode, we delve into the powerful shift from blame to learning and how it can transform both personal and team development. If you or your team are stuck in a cycle of blame after errors or failures, this episode offers a refreshing perspectiv…
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3 Tips for Feedback Conversations You and Your Team Look Forward to as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How can you transform dreaded feedback conversations into valuable, growth-driven dialogues? In today's episode, we tackle a common challenge: making feedback sessions something we look forward to rather than avoid. If you're finding feedback stressful for both you and your team, this episode offers actionable insights to change that dynamic. We ex…
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How Talking Too Much Impacts Your Ability to Lead Effectively as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Ever wondered if you are talking too much - to the point that it is hurting your team's development? In today’s episode, we dive deep into the fine line between helpful and unhelpful communication. As a leader, you might find yourself questioning whether you’re truly adding value or simply adding noise. This episode will help you tackle a common is…
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How Silence Can Create a Higher Performance Team as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Ever wonder why some conversations leave you feeling drained while others seem to strengthen your relationships? In this episode, we dive deep into the art of effective listening and its critical role in building trust and enhancing communication. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or just starting out, mastering the techniques of listening can trans…
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Mentorship, lifelong learning and the multigenerational workplace: A conversation with Airbnb’s Chip Conley
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The challenge of leading multigenerational teams is gaining more and more attention. With up to five generations now sharing the modern workplace, how can leaders bridge the gap and leverage age diversity as a strength? Enter Chip Conley, founder of MEA (the world’s first midlife wisdom school) and Airbnb’s former advisor, hospitality strategist an…
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The Only Time Being Busy Leads To GREATER Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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When is "busyness" okay and how can we create more of being good busy rather than bad busy? In this episode, we explore how your perception of busyness can either fuel your inspiration or contribute to stress and burnout. We delve into the concept of “busy-ness” as a mindset and discuss how to shift your focus from unproductive tasks to those that …
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How Busyness is Making You a Less Caring Leader in Humanitarian and International Development
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Are you too busy to be a caring leader? In today's fast-paced world, feeling overwhelmed by endless tasks is a common issue, especially for those in leadership roles. This episode tackles how our busyness directly affects our ability to lead with compassion and effectiveness. You’ll discover practical strategies to reclaim your time and enhance you…
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How to Easily Reduce Stress and Become Happier as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Feeling overwhelmed by stress? What if you could stop it from spiraling out of control before it even begins? In today's episode, we dive into a profound Buddhist parable that sheds light on how we often magnify our own stress. We explore how the initial stressor, or "first arrow," can be compounded by unnecessary worries and self-judgment, creatin…
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3 Practical Ways to Shift Power to Your Team, Partners and Community in Your Role as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Have you ever considered how much power you truly hold in your humanitarian or development work—and how it might be unknowingly limiting those around you? We talk about shifting power and creating more equitable workplaces, but knowing what you can do as an individual to do this is not often discussed. This episode explores the subtle ways you may …
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An ESSENTIAL Mindset Shift to Achieving Accelerated Professional Growth and Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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What makes the difference between someone who achieves their professional goals and someone who does not? Find out in this episode! In this ten minute quick quote episode you will: Learn to see challenging moments as opportunities for growth and leadership development. Understand how reframing 'bad' situations can lead to positive outcomes for you …
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How Your “Caring” Leadership Style Is Hurting Your Well Being and What You Can Do About It as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Could your leadership style be the hidden cause of your stress and burnout? You may think you are leading in a way you feel is "caring" for your team and helpful, but in reality you may be impacting your wellbeing and theirs as well. This episode uncovers the direct link between your leadership approach and your overall wellness, offering practical…
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The SURPRISINGLY Easy Way to Develop a High Performance Team Despite Your Busy Schedule as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How can you find time to get things done while also developing a high performance team? In today’s fast-paced humanitarian and international development sector, you may struggle to balance team development with your crazy schedule. This episode addresses how you can effectively foster an inclusive environment and enhance team performance without ad…
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Stop Blocking Your Team’s Ideas and Start Leading to Encourage Diversity of Thinking and Greater Innovation as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Do you want your team to share more ideas and drive greater innovation effortlessly? As a humanitarian and international development leader, you unknowingly block your team's ideas and preventing diversity of thinking and innovation. Or maybe you struggle with empowering your teams to think independently and contribute meaningfully. Whatever your r…
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Personalized learning at scale: How the L&D team behind Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger customizes their learning programs
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Learning programs aren’t one-size-fits-all. How can we craft learning experiences that are authentic to each learner, no matter their role at the organization? In today's episode, we dive into how Sue Denning, the Senior Director of Global Talent Development for PVH Corporation— the company behind iconic brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger—achie…
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What You NEED to Control if You Want to Achieve Your Goals and Avoid Burnout as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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What is the one thing you must control to achieve your goals as a humanitarian and international development leader? As a leader, external events and circumstances can often feel overwhelming and uncontrollable, but mastering your mindset is the key to navigating these challenges and making a lasting impact. In this episode you will: Understand how…
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How to Stop Being a Victim and FINALLY Take Responsibility to Create the Impact You’re Seeking as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you unknowingly playing the victim in your role as a humanitarian and development leader? Discover how to become a hero and avoid burnout in today's episode! As a leader, you might feel overwhelmed by your workload, not having control of your time, and team responsibilities. This episode addresses how these common challenges lead to burnout and…
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The Commonly Overlooked Signs that Will Predict if You Achieve Your Goals as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you unknowingly delaying achieving your goals by focusing on the wrong tasks? Discover the subtle yet powerful signs that determine your success in today’s episode! Today's quick quote episode is inspired by this quote by Idowu Koyenikan (author of "Wealth for All Africans"): “Where your attention goes, your time goes.” – Idowu Koyenikan Press …
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Three Ways to Stop Wasting Your Time and Become More Productive as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are your daily tasks merely keeping you busy, or are they driving real impact? Discover how to escape the trap of busyness and truly enhance your productivity in today's episode! As a humanitarian and development leader, it's easy to get caught up in endless meetings and emails, feeling productive but not actually making the impact you seek. This e…
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How Your Perspective on Leadership Is Causing You Stress and Extra Work as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How might your perspective of leadership be causing you unnecessary stress? Learn a common belief humanitarian and development leaders have that creates more work than necessary and an alternative way of thinking in today’s quick quote episode inspired by this quote: "Leadership is no longer about having the right answers but is more about engaging…
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A Surprising Way to Ensure Team Success So You Can Make a Greater Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Could your leadership style be holding your team back from success? As a humanitarian and development leader, you may unknowingly be creating obstacles for your team's success by adhering to outdated leadership assumptions. Understanding and shifting your leadership approach can significantly enhance your team's performance and your overall impact.…
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What You NEED to Know to Make the Most Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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What is the greatest impact you will make as an international development and humanitarian leader? A hint: it's not the impact on the community. Learn the secret to making the most impact as a humanitarian and development leader in today’s quick quote episode inspired by this quote: "The question is not only ‘What have I achieved?’, the question is…
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The Unbelievable Way your Leadership Style can Decrease your Workload and Increase Productivity as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How does your leadership style impact your workload and your team's productivity as a humanitarian and international development leader? Discover the answer in this episode! As a humanitarian and development leader, finding the balance between managing and coaching can significantly affect your team's performance and your own efficiency. This episo…
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In a world where change is the only constant, leaders must navigate their teams through uncertainty, inspire motivation, and maintain focus on collective goals. The modern leader is constantly faced with making decisions that will impact both the business, and the people working within it. Questions like: How do you navigate a corporate acquisition…
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Why Your Perception of Time Is Making You Less Successful as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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How might your perspective of time prevent you from making a greatest impact? Learn the secret to gaining more time as a humanitarian and development leader in today’s quick quote episode inspired by this quote: "Time is a created thing - to say, “I don’t have time” is to say “I don't want to.” - Lao Tzu (Laou Stzuh), Chinese philosopher and writer…
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How YOU Are Undermining Your Own Success and What to Do about it as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Could your drive for high performance be secretly sabotaging your productivity and impact as a humanitarian and international development leader? This episode tackles the surprising ways your high performance might be hindering your success, a common challenge for many humanitarian and international development leaders striving for excellence. In t…
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Are you a humanitarian or international development leader who wants to make a greater impact, but without the overwhelm and burnout? If you want to create a high performance team that meets the changing demands of the humanitarian and development sector without sacrificing your well being, check out "The Modern Humanitarian and Development Leader"…
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Stop Waiting for Others and Start Creating the Change You Want as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Are you tired of waiting for your organization to help you achieve work-life balance or stop working long hours? Learn the secret to experiencing the change you want as a humanitarian and development leader in today’s quick quote episode inspired by this quote: "Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the on…
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How Doing Less Can Lead to Bigger Impact as a Humanitarian and International Development Leader
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Ever feel like you're drowning in your workload and still not making the impact you want? In this episode, we tackle a critical issue facing humanitarian and development leaders today: burnout. Discover why traditional ways of working are causing you more harm than good and how you can break free from this cycle. In this 11 minute episode you'll le…
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Have you struggled to make learning a core priority at your organization? Or wondered how to transform your organization's learning culture from the ground up? These are questions we set out to explore in the inaugural episode of the How to Make a Leader podcast. For answers, we turned to S&P Global’s dynamic Director of Learning and Development, J…
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Imagine having access to some of the most notable authors and leaders in the learning and development community, sharing their wisdom every month. Welcome to "How to Make a Leader," a leadership development podcast from Big Think+ where we take the best ideas from the biggest minds in learning and development and distill them into actionable insigh…
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