The Change Man Interviews - with John Frost
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In this episode of The Change Show, host Simon Phillips sits down with John Frost, founder of C5 Leadership, to discuss his journey into leadership development and the impact of emotional intelligence on successful leadership. John shares insights from his extensive global experience working with leaders across different industries and cultures, emphasizing the importance of compassion, curiosity, and cultural awareness in leadership. It's also unsurprising that John also has an interest in supporting change in his world, and he shares his thoughts on why being a climate change activist is so important.
Key Discussion Points:
- John's Leadership Journey: Starting in 1994, John describes how his career evolved through different industries, leading to his focus on leadership development.
- Cultural Nuances in Leadership: The importance of understanding and adapting to cultural differences when leading across global markets, including experiences in Asia, Europe, and North America.
- The 5 C’s of Leadership: John introduces his leadership framework focusing on Consciousness, Connection, Curiosity, Collaboration, and Compassion.
- The Power of Compassion: How fostering compassion in leadership can help build resilient teams, even in challenging environments like climate change activism and social justice.
- Coaching for Transformation: John discusses how effective coaching helps leaders connect with their core values and transform how they approach leadership challenges.
- Collaboration and Psychological Safety: Creating safe spaces for open conversations and how true collaboration can transform teams and organizations.
John shares a track from his band Rebel and the Band called "Three Degrees," a song inspired by climate change and social justice, find it on The Change Show Playlist.
🔗 Connect with us:
John Frost on Linkedin.
Simon: LinkedIn: Simon Phillips
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