Why embracing ego is your key to success – and it’s not what you think it is

Sparks by Ignium

Sometimes sorry seems to be the hardest word. How much time and energy could we save if we owned up and apologised more often? We discover that it’s only the right thing to do but it’s the best thing to do if you’re trying to build a team that will expand your business.

Welcome to round two with the ego. This is the second podcast discussion between leadership coach, speaker and author Christie Garcia, and our host, Phil Rose.

They talk about:

• What do we think about when we hear the word ego? What misconceptions do we have and how does this harm the way we relate to others?
• How ego management can save you time, energy and your relationships (both inside and outside the boardroom).
• When ‘fine’ really isn’t and the pitfalls of not speaking up.
• You can’t change other people but you can change how you approach them – alleviate frustration, miscommunication and even anger by flexing the way you communicate.
• How ego doesn’t always have to be on a soap box – it can be even more disabling when it isn’t.
• The power of vulnerability and owning your dark side. Embracing your not-so-best self is key to unleashing the very best you have to offer.
• The strong case for understanding, managing and harnessing ego for organisational harmony and growth.

If boardroom disjoint and frayed nerves are frustrating your progress, this episode will give you a new perspective on how to build unity, trust and a shared vision – no matter how diverse your team is.

For more context on Christie Garcia’s approach and the three types of ego at play, the first episode available here is a must-listen. Make some time in your diary to come back to it later.

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https://www.igniumconsult.com/lets-talk/

Ego management expert Christie is the founder of the Mindful Choice Leadership Academy, an organisation dedicated to developing established and emerging leaders along with entrepreneurs and teams. The focus is on lasting change at a human level.