Leading In Times Of Great Change – Deborah Lee James, 23rd Secretary of the U.S. Air Force

“Change is a constant. This is the world that we live in. And so how do you decide what needs to change and transform? The best leaders have certain traits about them when it comes to leading an organisation through change. Great leaders have an ability to communicate and inspire and they never get tired of doing it. Or if they get tired, they keep doing it anyway because constant communication is essential when you're going through change.”

Deborah Lee James on Electric Ladies podcast (previously Green Connections Radio)

 

Many companies are scaling back their climate, sustainability and diversity commitments to avoid being the target of this administration’s wrath. This decisive moment for the private sector will test the resolve and foresight of today’s leaders, making this a must-listen for anyone in a leadership role.

 

In a wide-ranging interview on leadership based on a sector where life-and death decisions are routine, 23rd Secretary of the U.S. Air Force Deborah Lee James talks to host Joan Michelson about what it takes to be a woman rising through the ranks.

 

This episode is being replayed as a tribute to our service members this Memorial Day.

 

You’ll hear about:

• Approaches we can all learn from the military, especially with their in-depth experience in dealing with crisis.
• What resilience is and can be for those of us who don’t want setbacks to stop our march onward.
• What “the best leaders” do to inspire and drive great teams to successful results.
• The five step process she applies successfully to every situation and why we all could.
• Great career advice for women who are always advancing.