The Power of Compassionate Leadership—with Kevin Wayne Johnson- EP36
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Team members want to be respected. They want leaders who demonstrate compassion and live by the golden rule.And while there’s a perception that empathetic leaders are weak, Kevin Wayne Johnson argues that his human-centered, collaborative approach is a sign of strength.So, what’s behind Kevin’s decision to lead with influence over authority? What are the benefits of being a compassionate leader?Kevin is Founder and CEO of The Johnson Leadership Group, a coaching practice that equips teams with the attitudes and attributes to develop individuals into leaders.Kevin enjoyed a 34-year career in government and private industry as a senior level leader before becoming an entrepreneur, and he is committed to preparing the next generation of servant leaders.On this episode of Leading Visionaries, Kevin joins Anjel to explain how advocating for family members with disabilities shaped Kevin’s approach to leadership.Kevin offers insight on paying close attention to the audience you’re engaging and embracing differences of opinion among your team.Listen in for Kevin’s advice on leading people who are carrying trauma and learn how to get the best from your team with a human-centered approach to leadership.What You Will LearnHow advocating for family members with disabilities inspired Kevin’s approach to leadershipWhy it’s crucial for leaders to set the example of treating everyone on the team with respectHow Kevin thinks about leading people who are navigating traumaWhat’s behind Kevin’s focus on leading with empathy, compassion and the golden ruleWhy compassionate, human-centered collaborative leadership is more effective than an authoritarian leadership styleKevin’s insight on paying close attention to the audience you’re engaging as a leaderHow Kevin got the vision for The Johnson Leadership Group when he was at the Department of DefenseKevin’s mission to facilitate the advancement, preparation and development of future leadersHow Kevin’s team serves government agencies, businesses, nonprofits and academic institutionsKevin’s systematic approach to achieving his big goals with The Johnson Leadership GroupConnect with Kevin Wayne JohnsonThe Johnson Leadership GroupKevin on LinkedInConnect with Anjel B. HartwellLeading Visionaries PodcastJoin The Leading Visionaries CommunityDonate to Support the showCreative Age Consulting GroupLeading Visionaries Podcast on InstagramLeading Visionaries Podcast on X(formerly Twitter)Leading Visionaries Podcast on Facebook ResourcesBe Heard by Millions and Live Your Destiny: A...