The Humanity of Leadership
The Anthropological Reason We Have Leaders
In a video lesson, leadership consultant Simon Sinek discusses how the evolution of organizational hierarchy reflects our expectations of leaders to protect and guide their groups in exchange for certain perks, emphasizing the enduring nature of these dynamics throughout history.
Driving Your Organization with “Why”
In this video lesson, leadership consultant Simon Sinek emphasizes the importance of understanding and articulating an organization's "why" to maintain direction and purpose, as exemplified by Disney's return to its original vision under CEO Bob Iger.
Driving Your Personal Success with “Why”
Personal success varies greatly among individuals, but without a clear understanding of their "why," they risk losing direction in their pursuit of happiness and fulfillment, as emphasized by leadership consultant Simon Sinek, who advocates for purposeful decision-making in career choices.
Helping Teams Thrive Within a Circle of Safety
Leaders must create a "circle of safety" by protecting employees from internal dangers like politics and toxicity, fostering an environment of trust and cooperation that allows individuals to reach their full potential and effectively address external challenges.
Four Laws for Creating Magic Inside Your Organization
In a video lesson, Simon Sinek outlines four essential laws for effective leadership, emphasizing that true leadership stems from trust, caring for others, personal engagement, and genuine human connection rather than performance metrics or social media presence.
Humans are hardwired for hierarchy, but we want a leader we can respect, not just someone to follow. To earn that respect, leaders must be clear about why they want to lead. They also have to be human. If they demonstrate compassion and loyalty to their team, says leadership consultant Simon Sinek, their team will return that commitment in spades.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the fundamental responsibilities of leadership.
- Articulate your organizational vision and how your operations align with it.
- Articulate your personal vision and how your role aligns with it.
- Enhance your team’s trust levels.
- Identify promising new leaders.