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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Part 2 with Linda Coates, Chief People Officer

True leaders know you never arrive.

Your leadership journey is ongoing and often requires change. That concept can elicit just as much pushback from someone at the bottom of the food chain to those right at the top. Linda Coates, current Chief People Officer at Sun Cable, oversaw the executive development of senior leaders at a global organization implementing The Who* Not What Principle.

In this episode, Linda shares the transformations she saw, but her story isn’t without its challenges. Few things of great value are ever easy. As you listen, you’ll learn what it means to lead with humanity and curiosity, remain open to change, and develop others to become leaders people want to follow.


Show Notes

Transcript of the episode

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • Stay curious about the people you lead.

  • An environment of trust and security brings out the best in people.

  • Your legacy isn’t business results, it’s the impact you leave on your team.

Things to listen for:

[02:30] Leading with humanity and clarity of purpose
[06:00] Encouraging people to pursue more
[10:30] The key ingredients of an optimal work environment
[12:00] What sets great leaders apart
[15:00] Developing people into leaders others want to follow
[20:00] Choosing to evolve as a leader
[22:00] Retaining culture as you grow
[25:15] Leaving a legacy that lasts