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Who* Not What: From Research to Application, Part 3 with Domenic Saffioti, Senior Manufacturing Leader

As a leader, are you aware of the impact you have on the people around you? Are you setting the right tone with your behavior?

For the first 25 years of his professional life, Domenic Saffioti hadn’t given much thought to who he was as a person and what that meant for him at work. But when he was able to identify his knowledge gaps, his mindset profoundly changed.

In this episode, Domenic shares his story of applying The Who* Not What Principle to his leadership approach. As you listen, you’ll hear what inspired Domenic’s unwavering commitment to his own development and be reminded that change is always possible. You just have to want it.


Show Notes

Transcript of the episode

In this episode you’ll learn:

  • A leader’s behavior sets the tone for the team.

  • Manage your energy, not your time.

  • So much is vying for your time and attention, make space to invest in your own development.

Things to listen for:

[03:27] The authenticity of being Others Focused
[07:10] The relationship between effective leadership and being Inwardly Sound
[11:23] Creating an environment of support
[13:46] The ability to lead through challenges and change
[15:16] Committing to work today that prepares you for the future
[20:15] Developing emotional awareness to adapt your behavior
[23:02] Being open to education and change
[27:22] Finding your gaps and choosing what to do about them
[30:42] Tim’s Take