549: Focus on Your Purpose - Jane Hanson

How do leaders stay composed under immense pressure and guide others through uncertainty? Get insights from host Denis Gianoutsos’ captivating discussion with Jane Hanson, an Emmy Award-winning former news anchor now coaching communication strategies. Drawing from interviews with presidents and CEOs, Jane shares wisdom on leading during crises, responsibly handling confidential data, building trust, and adapting one’s style to meet rising expectations. You’ll learn timeless advice on focusing your purpose, choosing words intentionally, and listening actively to connect in a fast-changing world. Whether a novice leader or seasoned veteran, this episode delivers immediate takeaways to become a more conscious communicator and steadfast leader, even amidst chaos.

In This Episode:
Jane discussed the significance of maintaining composure during chaotic events like 9/11 by focusing on your purpose.The guest speaker highlighted the importance of being responsible with confidential information as a leader.Denis underscored the necessity of building trust within an organization to adapt during uncertain times like the pandemic.Jane explored how leadership changed during the pandemic, with leaders needing to be more vulnerable and building more trust.Denis shared insights into the differing mindsets between two leaders he coached during the pandemic.The guest speaker also touched upon the high expectations that millennials and Gen Z have for leaders today.Jane emphasized the critical role of listening as a leadership skill.<br/>
Main Takeaways:
Focus on your purpose during chaotic situations.Leaders should be responsible with confidential information.Building trust enables organizations to adapt during uncertainty.The pandemic required leaders to be more vulnerable and build more trust.Proactive leadership was needed, not waiting for problems to blow over.Younger generations have high expectations of leaders today.Listening actively is a crucial leadership skill.<br/>
Quotes:
"Every great leader has to communicate and communicate well" -  Jane Hanson
"Leadership, in a few words, is about responsibility and obligation. We have a responsibility and an obligation to ensure that what we say and do is responsible." - Denis Gianoutsos 
"I need to learn how to be more vulnerable because vulnerability is another huge part of leadership." -  Jane Hanson
"Active listening is crucial for a leader. You need to listen to the people surrounding you, and if you don't understand something, you need to find someone who can explain it to you." -  Jane Hanson
"It takes preparation and understanding what you're going to say and how you're going to say it."  - Denis Gianoutsos 

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