What Taylor Swift Can Teach Us About Trust, Influence, and Authenticity

Are you a Swiftie? If you are, this episode of Lead With That is for you. In this conversation Allison and Ren talk about the leadership lessons we can learn from Taylor Swift. A dominant force in the music industry for over a decade with numerous awards and accolades to her name, Taylor’s not only achieved incredible success as an artist, but has also taken a strong leadership role in the industry advocating for artists' rights and paving the way for young female musicians and using her voice in society more than ever. Throughout her career, Taylor has demonstrated a unique set of leadership qualities that have helped her rise to the top of her field, from her ability to connect with her fans to her willingness to be creative, take risks, and reinvent herself, Taylor has shown us what it takes to be a successful leader in a constantly evolving industry. Join our hosts as they talk Taylor Swift and examine the many leadership qualities that have contributed to making her one of the most successful and iconic artists of today.

Related Resources:

4 Ways to Strengthen Your Ability to Influence Others: https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/4-keys-strengthen-ability-influence-others/

Authentic Leadership: What It Is, Why It Matters: https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/authenticity-1-idea-3-facts-5-tips/

Why Leadership Trust Is Critical in Times of Change and Disruption: https://www.ccl.org/articles/leading-effectively-articles/why-leadership-trust-is-critical-in-times-of-change-and-disruption/

Women’s Leadership Solutions: https://www.ccl.org/leadership-challenges/womens-leadership-development/

The Better Leadership Project: https://www.ccl.org/insights-research/the-better-leadership-project/

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