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Coach for Imaginative Leadership | Author of "How to Be Creative in the Age of Digital Noise" | Co-Host of West of Wonderland Podcast | Improv + Imagination-Focused Development | Dare to Lead™ Trained

Just finished recording a podcast (as a guest). We were discussing why creativity and play are useful to leaders. The podcast host mentioned that when she worked in corporate, she LIVED for moments when a leader would relax, make a joke and take the edge off. Then they could all relax. They could all collaborate. They could WORK without fear, but instead with confidence. THIS is the reason. When you lead, you don't lead robots. You lead people. People who on some level need resonance, connection and belonging. Especially when times are hard. Leaders don't have to meet all the needs of the folks they lead, but they will either create resonance and inspire productivity, leadership and collaboration - or they won't. This starts on a being level. Creative Leadership coaching is about drawing out the innate authentic creative abilities within a leader - so they can draw them out in their teams. Increase collaboration. Increase fun. Increase productivity. Decrease stress. All boats rise!

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5mo

Absolutely. Creative leadership is key in fostering collaboration and productivity. It's about connecting with people on a human level to inspire them to excel. Let's continue the conversation on unleashing creativity in leadership

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5mo

Congratulations 🎉 Your work never fails to inspire me

What a valuable perspective on leadership! It’s so true that creating a relaxed environment fosters collaboration and innovation. Leaders who embrace creativity and play can really transform their teams. How have you seen this approach impact team dynamics in your experience?

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