Unity with Variety: Creating a Culture of Excellent People Leaders - Part 3

In this episode of Manager to Manager, we continue our special series "Unity with Variety: Creating a Culture of Excellent People Leaders" by featuring Jennifer Fields, Chief Delivery Officer at Acklen Avenue.

Jennifer shares her unique leadership philosophy, emphasizing the importance of autonomy, support, and growth within her teams. She reflects on her own journey from a software developer to a senior executive, offering valuable lessons on leadership evolution and the importance of self-awareness.

Join the conversation to:

• Discover Jennifer’s approach to valuing autonomy over control and how it empowers her team to make decisions and solve problems effectively.
• Gain insights on why Jennifer believes leadership is more about mindset than process and how this perspective impacts her team’s performance.
• Find out how Jennifer embraces different leadership styles within her team and how it contributes to a cohesive yet varied approach to achieving common goals.
• Learn about Jennifer’s strategies for creating space for her team members to thrive, fostering inclusivity, and encouraging personal growth.

In addition to sharing her personal journey, Jennifer highlighting the importance of being the leader you would want to follow. She discusses the significance of self-awareness, intentional leadership, and the continuous effort to balance autonomy with achieving organizational goals.

Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned leader, this episode is packed with actionable insights for building a thriving and empowered team. 

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