Nicole Baldinu joins Denis to discuss her journey through entrepreneurship. They’ll talk about how she left a decade of career and education to pursue something more creative, co-founding Webinar Ninja and the $100 MBA. They’ll also discuss how leaders like Anthony Albanese, Oprah Winfrey, Sarah Blakely, and others have proven they can succeed in today’s world by being humble and authentic. Plus, they’ll explore how technology has changed how leaders must operate to be successful, such as having empathy and representing their constituents. Finally, they’ll discuss why it is essential for leaders to create a workplace environment where employees feel respected, fulfilled, and appreciated to promote better productivity and morale. Take advantage of this inspiring conversation with Nicole Baldinu!
In this episode:
- From a decade-long career to co-hosting a brand-new podcast
- Discovering leadership: from Oprah Winfrey to Sarah Blakely
- Representing the Australian public in a fast-paced and ever-changing world
- Holding leaders accountable: how to make sure they stay in the a-game and keep delivering
Main takeaways:
- Experiences shape who you are as a leader
- Leadership accountability and transparency are essential for leaders to understand
- The delicate balance of not micromanaging but verifying tasks get done
- Leadership is changing due to increased visibility and public opinion
- Leaders must be aware of the market and current issues to be successful in a fast-paced world
- The importance of having productive conversations without contempt or disdain
- Leaders should provide choices while also reminding employees why they chose to work for the company
Quotes:
“I had to find that delicate balance of not micromanaging, but also verifying and ensuring that tasks and the work got done.” – Nicole Baldinu
“You still have to have empathy. Times change, but humans don’t.” – Nicole Baldinu
“It’s your job to make your company a place that they feel like they’re proud to talk about.” – Nicole Baldinu
Connect with Nicole through LinkedIn. Check out her podcast, The $100 MBA Show. Also, visit www.WebinarNinja.com.
Connect with Denis:
Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.com
Website: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/
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