Episode 68: Strike the Right Chord: A Bold Roadmap for Emerging Leaders

🎙️ In this episode of the HRDQ-U In-Review Podcast, host Sarah welcomes leadership expert and musician Dr. Michael Brenner to explore the CHORDS Model™, a bold new roadmap for emerging leaders. Inspired by his background in music, Dr. Brenner introduces a fresh perspective on leadership development, showing how concepts like harmony and rhythm apply to team dynamics and organizational success.

Chapters: [00:00] Introduction – Welcome to the HRDQ-U In-Review Podcast [00:47] Meet Dr. Michael Brenner – Musical roots, leadership expertise, and the birth of      CHORDS [01:25] What Is the CHORDS Model™? – Breaking down the six notes: Communication, Harmony, Ownership, Respect, Direction, and Support [03:32] Context in Communication – How clarity and tone shift with the environment [05:00] Leadership in the Age of AI – Adapting human-centered leadership for a tech-driven world [07:14] Practical Applications for Leaders – Spotting a “team out of tune” and realigning effectively [09:20] Key Takeaways from the Webinar – Audience reactions and lessons learned

Action Items: ✅ Watch the full webinar replay – Strike the Right CHORD: A Bold Roadmap for Emerging Leaders ✅ Explore the CHORDS Model™ to enhance your leadership practice ✅ Start small – Implement just one “note” this week in your leadership style ✅ Share this episode with an emerging leader in your network

📨 Want to connect with Dr. Michael Brenner? Visit https://rightchordleadership.com/

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