Welcome to another insightful episode of the Leadership Toolkit podcast, hosted by Mike Phillips. Today, we have the honor of speaking with Steven Gaffney, a seasoned expert in change management, communication, and building high-performing teams. With a rich background aiding Fortune 500 giants and government organizations, Steven shares the critical distinctions between high-performing and consistently high-achieving teams, emphasizing the importance of results-oriented leadership. Tune in as he provides valuable strategies, personal anecdotes, and tips for fostering effective team cultures.
📚 Discover strategies from his acclaimed books like Just Be Honest, Honesty Works!, and Unconditional Power – the ultimate guide to mastering communication for business success.
🧰 Tools of the Trade: Top Takeaways You Can Use
1️⃣ Transform Mindsets – Encourage the move from simply performing tasks to achieving quality results in a team context.
2️⃣ Communicate Openly – Close communication gaps by ensuring everyone feels comfortable sharing potentially finger-pointing feedback.
3️⃣ Establish Unified Goals – Have shared objectives to align your team and bolster collaboration.
4️⃣ Cultivate Gratitude – Recognize achievements openly to create uplift and avoid the pitfalls of negativity spirals.
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Contact Information:
Steven Gaffney
Web: StevenGaffney.com
LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/StevenGaffneyCompany
Mike Phillips
Email: mike@TheLeadshipToolkit.com
LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/LeadTheTeam
Twitter: @LeadTheTeam
YouTube: YouTube.com/@MikePhillips
Credits:
Hosted by Mike Phillips
Produced by The Leadership Toolkit Team
Guest Speaker: Steven Gaffney, Change Management Expert and Author
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