Unleashing Genius: How To Ignite Individual Potential

Unlock the hidden genius in your team as leadership expert Myles Downey challenges control-driven leaders to embrace trust, tap into individual strengths, and unleash a powerhouse of performance and innovation. In this engaging episode of Sticky From The Inside, Andy Goram sits down with Myles Downey, an accomplished executive coach and leadership development expert. The episode focuses on enabling genius and tapping into individual strengths within organizations. Myles shares practical insights and strategies for leaders to unlock the full potential of their team members. He highlights the importance of clear communication, regular one-on-one meetings, and understanding individual strengths to create a transformative environment where creativity and innovation thrive. He also stresses the significance of taking time to reflect and think, which leads to more effective decision-making and interventions. The episode addresses the challenges of implementing these concepts within organizations that have a command-and-control culture, while also offering inspiring examples of how embracing a culture of trust and empowerment can lead to tangible benefits such as increased performance and productivity. Leaders and managers who want to foster a culture of genius and unlock the potential of their teams will find this episode highly valuable. ----more---- Key Takeaways Discover the essential role coaching plays in unlocking individual potential. Ponder the rising trend of a people-first perspective in today's business landscape. Evaluate the widespread effects of the pandemic on businesses and the newfound focus on employees. Uncover strategies to enable latent talents and harness individual strengths within your workforce. Understand the undeniable influence of context and clarity in fostering effective leadership and top-notch performance. ----more---- Key Moments 00:00:10 - Introduction, 00:01:12 - Importance of Coaching, 00:03:01 - Guest Introduction, 00:08:35 - The Changing World of Business, 00:11:06 - Focus on People, 00:16:32 - The Importance of Context in Leadership Communication, 00:17:23 - The Definition of Coaching, 00:20:34 - Coaching Skills and Emotional Intelligence, 00:21:02 - Tapping into a Flow State, 00:27:52 - Enabling Genius, 00:32:45 - Recognizing Your Unique Genius 00:34:16 - The Framework of Genius 00:38:05 - Resistance to Change in Organizations 00:40:32 - The Irony of Control 00:42:09 - Sticky Note Wisdom ----more---- Join The Conversation Find Andy Goram on LinkedIn here Follow the Podcast on Instagram here Follow the Podcast on Twitter here Check out the Bizjuicer website here Get a free consultation with Andy here Check out the Bizjuicer blog here Download the podcast here ----more---- Useful Links Follow Myles Downey on LinkedIn here Find Myles's website here Find the book "Effective Coaching" here Find the book "Effective Modern Coaching" here Find the book "Enabling Genius: A Mindset for Success in the 21st Century" here ----more---- Full Episode Transcript Get the full transcript of the episode here

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Sticky From The Inside is the go-to podcast for anyone looking to transform their workplace into a thriving, competition-crushing powerhouse. We’re on a mission to change the fact that 65% of employees worldwide are disengaged from their work—because that’s not just bad for business, it’s a waste of time and talent. Each episode, we bring you dynamic conversations with global experts, thought leaders, and innovative thinkers who share their strategies, stories, and secrets for building a “Stickier Business”—a place where employees are passionate, customers are loyal, and success is the norm. If you’re ready to boost employee engagement, create an unbeatable workplace culture, and lead with impact, tune in and discover how to build a business that people love from the inside out.