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October 18, 2023 27 mins

In this episode of the Intrinsic First Leadership Podcast, co-hosts Aaron Robbins, Dr. Drea Zigarmi, and Jimmy Karam discuss the essence of leadership. They emphasize that leadership is not a fixed trait but rather a set of actions that anyone can practice and develop. The hosts delve into various aspects of leadership, including the importance of defining it as a verb rather than a noun. The conversation explores the influence of genetics and environmental factors on leadership skills, emphasizing that while genetic traits play a role, the environment and learned behaviors significantly impact one's leadership abilities. They touch on emotional intelligence, discussing its role in effective leadership.

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See below for more information and references to articles, books, and topics discussed in this Podcast.

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Information about Twins and genetic/environmental studies

Amazing Race Twins, Emily and Molly 

Tellegen, A., Lykken, D.,T., Bouchard, T., Wilcox, K, J., Segal, N.L l, & Rich, S. (1988). Personality Similarity in Twins Reared Apart and Together. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 54, (6), 1031-1039.

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Aaron currently attends Claremont Graduate University (www.cgu.edu)

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Resources about Carol Dweck and Growth Mindset

Carol Dweck Book – Mindset -- https://amzn.to/46UxOEx 

Macnamara, B. N., & Burgoyne, A. P. (2022). Do growth mindset interventions impact students' academic achievement? a systematic review and meta-analysis with recommendations for best practices. Psychological Bulletin, (20221103). https://doi.org/10.1037/bul00003526:55

Burnette, J. L., Knouse, L. E., Vavra, D. T., O'Boyle, E., & Brooks, M. A. (2020). Growth mindsets and psychological distress: a meta-analysis. Clinical Psychology Review, 77. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2020.101816

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The Ohio State Leadership Studies

The Ohio State Leadership Studies conducted in the 1940’s was a cornerstone for leadership research identifying two main categories of leadership: consideration and initiating structure. You can learn more about the studies at this link: https://fisher.osu.edu/blogs/leadreadtoday/blog/what-have-we-learned-from-the-100-year-history-of-leadership-research-part-ii#:~:text=Conducted%20in%20the%201940s%2C%20the,is%20measured%2C%20studied%20and%20developed

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Reference to the quote, “So you’re telling me there is a chance?” What a great movie!

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Howard Gardner Book – Multiple Intelligence https://amzn.to/490ozEy 

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Manager article referenced by Drea

Benson, J., Zigarmi, D., & Nimon, K., (2012).Manager’s Emotional Intelligence, Their Perceived Use of Directive and Supportive Behaviors and Resultant Employee Satisfaction. Journal of Business Administration Research, 1, (2), 30-50. 

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Article about Alexithymia

López-Muñoz F, Pérez-Fernández F. A History of the Alexithymia Concept and Its Explanatory Models: An Epistemological Perspective. Front Psychiatry. 2020 Jan 31;10:1026. doi: 10.33

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