Episode 183: Lead Like a Person, Not a Position - A Conversation with Mark Carpenter
02/11/25 • 35 min
In today’s episode, Bob ‘n Joyce welcome Mark Carpenter, author and leadership consultant, to discuss his work helping leaders bring their full humanity to work. Mark’s leadership premise is that there are leadership positions and there are leaders and that the two should not be confused. They may coexist together but too often they don’t. Mark helps front line leaders and executives connect the dots between a healthy business and the way that they lead.
In today’s episode, you will discover:
- What it means to lead like a person
- Common mistakes in leadership development
- Mark’s three essential leadership skills
- Actionable ideas for your business
Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
About Mark Carpenter:
Mark’s passion is helping others achieve more of their potential, and uses his three decades of experience to provide perspective and guidance to others. He loves speaking, facilitating, coaching, consulting in communications, leadership development, motivation, change management, and storytelling as a leadership skill. His Master Storytelling program helps individuals and teams turn their real-life experiences into stories that teach, lead, sell, and inspire. Mark spent 10 years as an adjunct professor in communications, and often spoke at a wide variety of conferences for industries ranging from health care to manufacturing to project management to public relations and more. He is a master certified trainer for Crucial Learning courses: Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue, Crucial Conversations for Accountability, Influencer, and Getting Things Done.
In today’s episode, Bob ‘n Joyce welcome Mark Carpenter, author and leadership consultant, to discuss his work helping leaders bring their full humanity to work. Mark’s leadership premise is that there are leadership positions and there are leaders and that the two should not be confused. They may coexist together but too often they don’t. Mark helps front line leaders and executives connect the dots between a healthy business and the way that they lead.
In today’s episode, you will discover:
- What it means to lead like a person
- Common mistakes in leadership development
- Mark’s three essential leadership skills
- Actionable ideas for your business
Come on in. Grab a snack. Welcome!
About Mark Carpenter:
Mark’s passion is helping others achieve more of their potential, and uses his three decades of experience to provide perspective and guidance to others. He loves speaking, facilitating, coaching, consulting in communications, leadership development, motivation, change management, and storytelling as a leadership skill. His Master Storytelling program helps individuals and teams turn their real-life experiences into stories that teach, lead, sell, and inspire. Mark spent 10 years as an adjunct professor in communications, and often spoke at a wide variety of conferences for industries ranging from health care to manufacturing to project management to public relations and more. He is a master certified trainer for Crucial Learning courses: Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue, Crucial Conversations for Accountability, Influencer, and Getting Things Done.
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Episode 182: Rethinking Leadership: The 5 Must-have Qualities for Today’s World
In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce discuss the findings of a Strategy + Business Newsletter article on the 5 qualities that leaders must possess to succeed in today’s world. These qualities imply a shift from the metrics of efficiency and performance to managing the more intangible aspects of the business such as governance, environmental impact, and a positive work culture.
We muse about the implications of these new qualities on HR/OD and what new leadership models may emerge to guide the next generation. What we know for sure is that what was once linear and concrete about leading is becoming fungible and murky. Welcome to world as we all know it.
For those of you who are interested, here is a link to the article:
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Episode 184: Lead with Intention: Make Every Moment Count
In this episode, Bob ‘n Joyce explore the power of deliberate and intentional leadership. Too often, we miss opportunities to maximize our impact by reacting impulsively to the chaos around us. Instead of leading with purpose, we get swept up in the moment.
Leading with intention means consciously choosing our words and actions to shape outcomes rather than merely responding to circumstances. This practice doesn’t come naturally—it requires patience, self-awareness, and the ability to step back and see the bigger picture.
We share real-world examples and practical strategies to help you cultivate intentional leadership in both your professional and personal life. So, are you ready to take control of how you show up as a leader? Join us for this insightful conversation—grab a snack, settle in, and let’s dive in!
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