In this episode of the HRDQ In-Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes Steve Farber, a leadership expert with 35 years of experience, to discuss key takeaways from his recent webinar, Grow with Love: Unleash Passion for Sustainable Business Growth.
Steve explores the human side of leadership, emphasizing that passion—what he calls love in business—is essential for long-term success. He shares insights on AI’s role in L&D, the return of in-person learning, and the importance of authentic leadership in fostering engagement.
Listeners will hear real-world leadership examples, including an executive’s profound act of emotional intelligence, and gain actionable strategies to build a passionate, sustainable workplace culture.
Chapters
⏱ 00:00:01 – Introduction and Background Sarah introduces the HRDQ podcast and welcomes Steve Farber, who shares his 35-year journey in leadership development across various industries.
⏱ 00:02:05 – Current L&D Trends Steve discusses two major trends: the rise of AI and the return to in-person learning in the post-COVID era, emphasizing the continued importance of human connection.
⏱ 00:06:08 – Passion and Love in Business Steve explains how passion, synonymous with love in business, is crucial for creating competitive advantage and sustainable growth through customer and employee experience.
⏱ 00:13:00 – Leadership and Emotional Intelligence Steve shares a touching story about an executive's demonstration of emotional intelligence by flying to Sydney to be with a dying employee, illustrating the impact of authentic leadership.
⏱ 00:19:49 – Creating Sustainable Culture Steve discusses how to create a culture that prevents burnout by focusing on hiring people with aligned values and creating an environment that fosters genuine enthusiasm.
Action Items
✅ 00:11:48 – Conduct a 'story inventory' of team members to better understand their backgrounds and motivations. ✅ 00:16:53 – Implement daily reflection by asking, “Why do I love this work?” to maintain passion and purpose. ✅ 00:19:49 – Apply the 'love filter' to all aspects of business operations, from hiring to systems and procedures. ✅ 00:21:58 – Create a work environment that employees look forward to, considering both physical and cultural aspects. ✅ 00:22:03 – Download a free copy of Steve’s audiobook The Radical Leap at radicalleap.org.
🎧 Tune in now to learn how love and leadership can transform your business!
Resources & Links: Watch the webinar: Grow with Love: Unleash Passion for Sustainable Business Growth
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