3. The Heart of Conscious Leadership: BUILDING TRUST And Creating GENUINE CONNECTION | Gary Williamson

In this enlightening episode of our Conscious Leadership podcast, we sit down with Gary Williamson, the Director of Workplace Relations at Services Australia. With a wealth of experience in public service, HR, and workplace relations, Gary shares invaluable insights on what it truly means to be a conscious leader in today's dynamic work environment.

Gary takes us on a journey through his career, from his early days as a public servant to his current role as a director, revealing the lessons he's learned about effective leadership. He emphasises the critical importance of building and maintaining relationships, managing up, and fostering trust within teams. Gary also candidly discusses his personal growth, including his experience of transitioning from a "non-good manager" to a good leader, offering us a relatable and inspiring narrative of professional development.

 

Throughout the conversation, we explore key aspects of conscious leadership, including:

• The essential qualities needed to be a conscious leader in today's workplace
• Strategies for building confidence and making impactful decisions
• The far-reaching influence leaders have on their teams and organisations
• The importance of taking calculated risks and "playing on the edge"
• Practical advice on managing relationships at all levels of an organisation

 

Gary's humble approach and intellectual depth shine through as he shares senior-level advice that's applicable to leaders at all stages of their careers. His passion for social justice, fairness, and personal growth adds a unique perspective to the discussion, making this episode a must-listen for anyone aspiring to lead with consciousness and purpose.

 

Join us for an episode that promises to challenge your perceptions of leadership and inspire you to drive positive cultural change in your own sphere of influence.

 

Please note that this podcast episode description was written using the help of AI in order to save me time while informing you about the content of the episode so that you can decide if it is worth your listen. But don’t worry, the conversation itself remains entirely authentic.

 

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Over to you:

• What are some incremental steps you are walking away with?
• Share with us one thing you are going to implement or one nugget of wisdom you are taking away from this episode

How you can help:

• Share the episode if you care about creating more conscious leaders in the world for kinder communities (from workplaces to families)