Episode 40: Asking Good Questions

11/07/19 • 32 min

Here at the Executive Shaman we are devoted to asking deliberate, change-driven questions. We often ask clients more questions than expected, inspiring their own insight and empowerment. The questions others ask of us can either shut us down, making us feel defensive and protective, or open us up, making us curious and engaged. They are one of the most valuable tools a leader can manage, master and muster. Bekah has been in the audio/podcasting industry for 7 years and hosts her own podcast called http://www.queerdos.com/Queerdos. She and Krystal discuss what makes a good question and how to develop this skill in ourselves.

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Inspired followers are the force behind fulfilling, effective and self-sustaining results. And yet, the skill of inspiring others is perhaps the most elusive to develop. Leaders naturally struggle to learn this skill, or re-employ it in new cultures, new organizational seasons, or in new working relationships. COL Drew and Krystal discuss some foundational behaviors that are necessary for authentically inspiring others. Leaders who hone this skill shape culture.

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Episode 41: What kind of followers are you leading?

High performing leaders are conscious followers. COL Newland and Krystal discuss a simple model to understand how much support leaders provide when giving a task/project/order. It sets clear and energy saving expectations for the leader to be aware of what the follower needs. And it provides a clear developmental pathway that aims for more confidence, independence and competence for the relationship and not just the individuals involved.