Better Leadership by Design | Working Conversations Ep 249

Описание: Episode 249: Better Leadership by Design

In this episode, Dr. Janel Anderson explores the parallels between great user experience design and effective leadership. Drawing on principles from UX and situational leadership, she explains how leaders can optimize their approach by considering the specific context, task, and developmental stage of each employee. Rather than relying on a fixed leadership style, she advocates making intentional leadership choices that respond to individual needs. With practical questions and real-world examples, Dr. Janel offers listeners a fresh perspective on adaptability and responsiveness in leadership, encouraging them to fine-tune their approach for maximum impact and minimal friction in any situation.

Find show notes at https://janelanderson.com/249
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00:00 - Better Leadership by Design
01:36 - UX Design isn't about personal preference
03:14 - UX Design and Leadership parallels
05:20 - Situational Leadership
08:28 - The parallel with UX Design
10:40 - Social-emotional emphasis
15:01 - The 2x2 grid explained
18:52 - Optimizing for the task at hand
21:52 - User Experience
24:48 - Leadership path
26:17 - Experience is task specific
26:40 - Practical takeaway
28:53 - Situational leadership does not treat everyone exactly the same