In this episode of Catalysts, I’m joined by DavidLee Richardson, Head of Organizational Leadership Development at Harris & Harris. David brings a grounded, deeply human approach to developing leaders—focusing on trust, credibility, and connection as the foundation for high-impact leadership.
We explore:
- Why employee engagement data should drive leadership development
- How he turned How Full Is Your Bucket? into a training program that boosted NPS and team connection
- What it really means to “give the team away”—and how it transforms culture
- Why credibility isn’t self-defined—and how to earn it
- The difference between being collaborative and being perceived as collaborative
- How people skills will define the next generation of leaders in the age of AI
- Why empathy, listening, and emotional intelligence are non-negotiables for the future of work
DavidLee doesn’t just talk about leadership—he models it. Tune in for a rich conversation full of insights on leading with intention, building trust, and becoming better at being human.
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