Leverage Your Leadership to stay competitive in the Digital Age. With Marija Hall

In this episode of Bean There, Done That!, host Phil Di Bella welcomes Marija Hall, Director of Momentous Australia, to discuss the evolving landscape of leadership. Marija shares her passion for developing great leaders and helping teams thrive in the digital age. The conversation covers the shift from traditional leadership styles to more inclusive, coaching-focused approaches, and the importance of resilience and adaptability in today's rapidly changing environment. Marija offers practical tips for improving performance and productivity, emphasising the need for clear expectations, continuous learning, and fostering a sense of belonging among team members.

Key Topics and Themes

• Evolution of Leadership Styles
• Importance of Customer-Centric Leadership
• Impact of Digital Transformation on Leadership
• Strategies for Employee Engagement and Retention
• Role of Innovation and Problem-Solving in Modern Leadership
• Building Resilience and Accountability in Teams
• Balancing Personal, Professional, and Family Goals for Holistic Leadership

About Our Guest

Marija Hall is the Director of Momentous Australia, where she delivers bespoke programs to help leaders gain the capabilities to lead confidently in the digital age. With a background in professional services and various industries, Marija is dedicated to fostering great leadership, team performance, and business success.

Takeaways

• Leadership Evolution: The shift from traditional, hierarchical leadership to more inclusive, coaching-focused approaches is crucial in today's digital age.
• Customer-Centric Strategy: Effective leadership starts with a deep understanding of customer needs and aligning employee engagement with delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Resilience and Accountability: Leaders must foster resilience and accountability within their teams, encouraging continuous improvement and personal responsibility.
• Balancing Goals: Successful leaders balance personal, professional, and family goals, recognising the holistic nature of effective leadership.

Links and Resources

• Momentous Australia
• Gallup Strengths Test
• Young Presidents Organization
• Simon Sinek on Resilience

Time-Stamped Key Points

• 00:00:00 - Introduction by MC
• 00:00:36 - Phil Di Bella introduces Marija Hall
• 00:01:07 - Marija shares her background and passion for leadership
• 00:03:13 - Differences between current and past leadership styles
• 00:04:48 - Impact of digital transformation on leadership
• 00:07:39 - Challenges of attracting and retaining talent in the hospitality industry
• 00:09:13 - Tips for improving employee engagement and performance
• 00:12:31 - Importance of creating a sense of belonging in teams
• 00:16:55 - Future trends in leadership and organizational structure
• 00:20:43 - Enhancing performance and productivity through clear expectations and difficult conversations
• 00:24:16 - Role of structure, mindset, and skillset in successful leadership
• 00:28:00 - Available programs and resources for leadership development
• 00:29:53 - Characteristics of an ideal leader
• 00:31:06 - Importance of resilience in leadership
• 00:36:40 - Balancing personal, professional, and family goals in leadership

Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion about modern leadership! Listen to the full episode onyour podcast app. For more resources and to connect with Marija Hall, visit Momentous Australia.

Produced by The Po