Podcast Show Notes – Episode 154 | 12.12.2023
Episode Title: Leadership, transparency, and entrepreneurship: insights from Philip Sessions and Sean Barnes
Episode summary introduction:
In this episode, Sean Barnes and Philip Sessions delve into leadership dynamics, discussing transparency, trust, and effective communication. They address misconceptions about leadership, patience in growth, and managing team dynamics. They also explore the role of vision in large organizations, the influence of shareholders, and the nuances of public speaking and leadership coaching. Finally, they reflect on Sean's entrepreneurial journey and life lessons.
Key Moments
00:00 - Introduction and discussion on leadership with Philip Sessions
03:05 - The role of transparency, communication and trust in leadership
09:00 - The importance of effective communication and aligning processes with company targets
14:15 - Misconceptions about leadership and the essence of time in leadership development
20:36 - Patience, delayed gratification, and setting targets in leadership growth
26:33 - Dealing with team dynamics: toxic members, attracting talent, balancing skills, and company culture
32:25 - Vision, managing subcultures and inter-departmental processes in large organizations
41:14 - Influence of shareholders, potential drawbacks of ESG, and navigating DEI
53:24 - Public speaking, leadership coaching, and marketing strategies with Philip Sessions
57:15 - Sean Barnes' journey into entrepreneurship, building an autonomous business, and networking
1:11:50 - Reflections on lessons learned and controlling what you can in business and life
Guest: Philip Sessions
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philipsessions/
Website: https://www.speakingsessions.com/
Host: Sean Barnes
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/the_seanbarnes
https://www.instagram.com/the_wayofthewolf
YouTube: youtube.thewayofthewolf.com
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanbarnes/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/thewayofthewolf/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@the_seanbarnes
Email: Sean@thewayofthewolf.com
Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Way-of-the-Wolf-Podcast/B08JJNXJ6C
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2BTGdO25Vop3GTpGCY8Y8E?si=ea91c1ef6dd14f15
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152: Entrepreneurship and Personal Growth
151: Unlock Your True Value
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149: Increasing Capacity For Success
148: Building a Successful Business w/ Grey Bonin
147: Giving Feedback
146: Handling Adversity and Seizing Opportunites w/Jeremy Slate
145: Leadership and Talent Development w/Sean Barnes
144: Scientist to Strategist w/David Giltner
143: Accepting the Help
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141: Friendship vs. Work: Managing Uncomfortable Talks with Employees
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