Flexible Leadership Strategies for Executive Women

Guest:Spencer HornPresident of Altium Leadership & CoachingLinkedInHost:Melissa AarskaugExecutive Connect | WebsiteYouTube: @ExecutiveConnectEpisode Overview:In this episode of the Executive Connect Podcast, Melissa Aarskaug welcomes behavioral analyst Spencer Horn for a deep dive into the concept of flexible authenticity—especially in the context of executive women navigating leadership. Spencer unpacks what it really means to lead with authenticity, how to stay adaptive in tough environments, and why having a growth mindset is non-negotiable. If you’ve ever struggled to reconcile “being yourself” with “being strategic,” this one’s for you.Timestamps:00:00 – Intro to Spencer and his leadership journey02:10 – Debunking the myth that authenticity derails careers05:45 – Challenges and strategies for assertiveness in women leaders09:30 – Cross-cultural leadership and adaptability in action13:20 – The six leadership styles and when to use each17:00 – Unity over individualism: a leadership mindset shift21:15 – Why flexible authenticity is a competitive advantageConnect With Us:Podcast Website: https://www.executiveconnectpodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ExecutiveConnectSocial:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-aarskaug/Podcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/my-executive-connect/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@melissa_aarskaugX: https://x.com/melissaaarskaug

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