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with Shay
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The show where we look behind the scenes of why and how leaders are making an impact and how you can too.
Mastering Influence through leadership
with Shay Wheat, CEO, Grace & Ease Productions
and Gary Cohen, CO2 Coaching
Struggling with leadership challenges and team dynamics?
You might be missing out on a crucial leadership technique without even realizing it! In this episode of Creating Powerful Impact, leadership guru Gary Cohen, executive coach and author of Just Ask: Why Great Managers Always Ask the Right Questions, reveals the #1 leadership hack that’s transforming the way leaders engage with their teams.
His expertise in inquiry-based leadership has helped countless organizations enhance their leadership effectiveness, foster better team engagement, and drive phenomenal business growth.
Gary has taken his extensive business experience and distilled it into actionable strategies that have benefitted leaders at major corporations worldwide, including brands like Unilever and Intel.
With his approach, leaders learn to ask the right questions that not only empower their teams but also lead to scalable business solutions.
Why Inquiry-Based Leadership Matters:
Many leaders focus on giving directions and providing solutions, but few understand the power of asking the right questions. Effective questioning can revolutionize team dynamics, prevent bottlenecks, and significantly enhance decision-making processes.
Gary breaks down the science behind effective leadership, the common mistakes many leaders make, and simple yet profound changes that can lead to better leadership and improved organizational health.
Connect with Gary: https://co2coaching.com/
Leadership Quiz: https://co2coaching.com/books/
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
⏰ [3:15] How to use strategic questioning to transform your leadership style
📱 [9:40] Gary’s journey from startup to NASDAQ: lessons in scaling businesses
🌍 [15:22] Implementing AI in leadership for efficiency and effectiveness
🔍 [21:45] Practical assessment tools for identifying and enhancing your leadership style
Gary Cohen is a renowned executive coach and leadership expert, known for his role as a managing partner at CO2 Partners where he has coached top leaders from global brands. His book Just Ask: Why Great Managers Always Ask the Right Questions has been instrumental in shaping the careers of countless leaders. He also integrates AI technology to streamline leadership processes and enhance business operations, making him a sought-after speaker and consultant worldwide.
His insights into inquiry-based leadership have not only transformed businesses but also provided a model for sustainable and scalable business practices. Gary is passionate about empowering leaders through effective questioning to uncover hidden potential within their teams and themselves.
This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to enhance their leadership skills and unlock new levels of business success. Tune in to discover how asking the right questions can be your biggest strategic advantage in leadership.
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Want to learn more about Shay and her work?
Check out Grace and Ease Productions at https://graceandeaseproductions.com/