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Cultivating Growth and Trust: A Holistic Approach to Leadership, with Dr. Erika Kleestorfer
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Spirituality in Leadership podcast, Andrew Cone Cohn is joined by Dr. Erika Kleestorfer, a seasoned leadership consultant and executive coach. With over two decades of experience in corporate leadership development, Dr. Kleestorfer offers invaluable insights into the intersection of spirituality and leadership. She shares her unique perspective on how understanding one’s essence, core values, and inner light can help leaders navigate challenges and inspire teams to thrive.
Drawing on her extensive experience working with global organizations including IBM, Dr. Kleestorfer explains how spirituality in leadership is not just a concept, but a practice that enhances business success, team cohesion, and individual fulfillment. From creating a safe space for emotional growth to utilizing frameworks like the PERMA model, this episode provides both spiritual wisdom and practical tools for leaders at all levels.
Key Takeaways
- How understanding your true essence as a leader can transform your team and organization
- The importance of asking deep, reflective questions to uncover core values and beliefs
- How to cultivate trust and emotional safety within teams to foster open and honest conversations
- The connection between root cause analysis and spiritual leadership in navigating complex challenges
- Why the PERMA model is essential in fostering positive workplace climates and employee well-being
- The impact of generational shifts on leadership and how younger employees are changing the workplace dynamics
- Practical tools for integrating spirituality and leadership to achieve both personal and organizational growth
In This Episode:
[00:00] Introduction to Dr. Erika Kleestorfer and her background
[03:07] The essence of spirituality in leadership
[05:23] Key questions for leaders to ask themselves and their teams
[07:46] The connection between emotional intelligence and effective leadership
[10:25] How leaders can foster a culture of openness and trust
[14:17] The PERMA model and its application in leadership
[18:45] Adapting to the changing workforce and generational shifts in leadership
[23:10] Practical steps for integrating spirituality into corporate leadership
[28:05] Closing thoughts on leadership and spiritual growth
Resources and Links
Spirituality in Leadership Podcast
Dr. Erika Kleestorfer
Website: www.kleestorfer.com
Podcast: Alles Liebe, Erika – Podcast on Spotify
Workshop: Transformational Leadership Journey
Andrew Cohn
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