Summary:

Daniel Bird is a seasoned people leader with a rich background in people leadership and culture development. With over 15 years of experience, Daniel has honed his skills in multiple regions across the globe, including the USA, EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa), and Australia. His journey began with an academic pursuit in accounting and finance, which shifted to human resource management, evident in his strategic approach to leadership. He has applied core leadership principles in high-performing client services, managed exponential business growth, and led internal service teams across various categories. Daniel currently serves as the VP of People and Culture at GumGum. His mission focuses on helping leaders uncover their authentic selves and leverage vulnerability to forge meaningful connections with their teams, catalyze great work, and nurture career and personal growth.

Key Takeaways:

A leader's mood and behavior significantly impact the team's well-being, akin to the effect of a romantic partner on an individual's mental health.

Transitioning from HR to an operational role can provide invaluable insights into people leadership and drive better decision-making.

Psychological safety and the art of leadership are crucial for employees to perform at their best and feel secure within their teams.

Structuring and systemizing foundational aspects of a business enable teams to focus on strategic growth without hindering agility.

Development and support for first-time leaders are vital for nurturing their ability to foster a coaching mentality and empower their teams.

Chapters:

0:04:13 The art of leadership and building trust with employees

0:08:50 Future focus on leadership development, particularly for first-time leaders

0:12:19 Effective executives focus on one thing strategically

0:16:19 Building a people-centric culture with structure

0:20:12 Pitfalls to watch out for when implementing change

0:24:06 Impact of leaders on widely distributed teams

0:24:40 Importance of building trust and vulnerability in teams

Connect with Dr. Jim: linkedin.com/in/drjimk

Connect with CT: linkedin.com/in/cheetung

Connect with Daniel Bird: linkedin.com/in/danieljohnbird

Music Credit: winning elevation - Hot_Dope

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