Bringing Clarity and Inspiration: Simplifying Successful Leadership with Galen Bingham

“At the end of the day, every success and every failure ends with leadership.” - Galen Bingham

Episode Summary:

This week on the Strategic Edge podcast, Ted introduces Galen Bingham, the Leadership Strategist. They discuss the difference in coaching, consulting, and advising. Galen shares his three priorities for effective leadership: painting a clear picture of success, identifying and removing barriers, and keeping people inspired. Ted and Galen also discuss the importance of asking questions, listening, and simplifying in leadership. Galen emphasizes the value of coaching and the need for leaders to continuously grow and develop.

About Galen Bingham:

Galen Bingham is a globally distinguished figure in leadership and executive coaching. He has three decades of executive experiences with industry icons Kraft Foods, Imperial Sugar, and Coca-Cola North America. Tap into Galen’s deep understanding of how to cultivate success in organizations of all sizes. As Founder of Kiln Global Coaching & Consulting, his influence extends globally, having shaped the paths of over 975 executives in twelve countries. As the host of "Whiskey, Jazz, and Leadership" podcast, Galen engages with leaders in all industries, further diversifying and enriching his ability to share meaningful insights. A C-Suite Network Advisor and two-time leadership book author with significant contributions to nonprofit boards. Galen is as smooth as a glass of good whiskey.

In this episode:

• 3:30 Setting the foundation to be successful in your career path.
• 6:05 Finding success through authenticity.
• 7:20 Galen’s messaging behind whiskey, jazz, and leadership.
• 7:45 Leadership philosophy and model.
• 8:50 Using metaphors in teaching.
• 10:00 Knowing the company culture to lead successfully.
• 11:10 Gelan’s top 3 priorities for leaders: clarity, removing barriers, and inspiring.
• 15:05 The important distinction between coaching, advising, and consulting.
• 19:15 Trusting the coaching process and structure.
• 22:10 Diversity in coaching and finding a coach you relate to.
• 25:00 Actionable takeaways.

Today’s Action Items:

1. Ask questions.
2. Listen to the answers.
3. Simplify.

Get a free PDF of today’s action items! Podcast Action Items - Grace Strategic Services (grace4success.com)

Recommended Reading:

• Impact: A Leadership Fable: Your Power to Make a Lasting Difference by Galen Bingham
• Questions Are the Answer: A Breakthrough Approach to Your Most Vexing Problems at Work and in Life by Hal Gregersen

Connect with Galen Bingham:

• Galen Bingham's Card (hihello.me)

Connect with Ted Davis:

• Website - Grace Strategic Services (grace4success.com)
• LinkedIn - Ted Davis
• Facebook - Ted Davis
• Instagram - @tedavisgrace

Podcast management and production by Jazzy at Premier Podcast Promotions