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January 26, 2024 29 mins
12 O’Clock High, a podcast on business leadership brings together stories from history, the arts, sports and movies, research and current events to consider leadership lessons. In this episode, Get ready to hear about leadership from an expert in the field, with Tom Fox hosting the engaging episode of  12 O'Clock High, a podcast on business leadership. In this episode, Tom is joined by Dr. Karen Jacobson.  Dr. Karen Jacobson discusses the importance of understanding behavioral styles and how they impact communication in the workplace. She also shares insights from her background in chiropractic work and how it ties into her current work around behavior. The conversation explores effective leadership and communication strategies for a multigenerational workforce and the importance of adapting communication for different audiences. Dr. Jacobson also discusses the challenges and strategies for effective leadership and communication outside the United States. The conversation concludes with a discussion on understanding personal strengths and leading with them, developing communication skills for middle managers, and Dr. Jacobson's book 'Power Conversations' and her upcoming book on the five generations. Key Highlights: Understanding behavioral styles is crucial for effective communication in the workplace. Adapting communication for different generations and cultural differences is essential for effective workplace communication. Effective leadership outside the United States requires understanding and respecting different cultures and customs. Understanding personal strengths and leading with them can lead to more effective leadership. Resources: Karen Jacobson Website LinkedIn Facebook Twitter YouTube Instagram Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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