How do you lead and serve at the same time?

Author Jon Kidwell discusses his definition of a true servant leader, focusing on three key attributes: character, relationships, and skills. Jon debunks nine myths about leadership, contrasting ideas such as mission over people-pleasing, embracing tension, and choosing 'and' over 'or'. Emily and Jon also emphasize defining missions in personal and professional life and the importance of embracing both positive and negative experiences. Listen in to hear Jon's take on the necessary shift from being a people pleaser to mission-driven, from niceness to kindness with truth, and from avoiding to sharing power. They end with how to amplify your impact, asking the question, "What would it look like if you went ALL IN?"

Links Mentioned:

• Jon Kidwell's Book: Redefine Your Servant Leadership
• Jon Kidwell's Website

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• Strategic Planning Checklist
• Chief of Staff Skills Assessment Checklist
• A Day in the Life of a Chief of Staff
• Chief of Staff Toolkit

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If we haven’t yet before - Hi👋 I’m Emily, Chief of Staff turned Executive Leadership Coach. After a thrilling ride up the corporate ladder, I’m focusing on what I love - working with people to realize their professional and personal goals. Through my videos here on this channel, books, podcast guest spots, and newsletter, I share new ideas and practical and tactical tools to help you be more productive and build the career and life you want.

Time Stamps:

00:45 Introducing John Kidwell: A Journey into Servant Leadership

00:59 Unpacking the Essence of Servant Leadership with John Kidwell

05:46 Defining Mission-Driven Leadership

14:42 The Power of Productive Tension in Leadership

20:42 Exploring the Essence of Servant Leadership

22:16 The Power of Constructive Feedback

23:06 Navigating Leadership Challenges with Transparency

26:51 Embracing Generosity and Humanity in Leadership

31:16 Empowering Others Through Responsible Leadership

35:02 Going All In: The Ultimate Leadership Commitment

39:05 Closing Thoughts and Resources