What is the Secret Weapon in Leadership? With Jim Fielding
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What happens when you decide to show up as your true self?
Jim Fielding shares how embracing authenticity completely transformed his career and life. From leading at Disney and DreamWorks to becoming an author and coach, Jim’s journey is nothing short of inspiring.
In this episode, Jim opens up about the pivotal moment that led him to write his book All Pride, No Ego. He discusses the power of embracing pride, vulnerability, and kindness in both personal and professional life. Jim highlights how being true to yourself helps you step into your fullest potential.
This episode is packed with wisdom for anyone looking to live and lead with confidence and authenticity.
Tune in to discover how being yourself can lead to true success.
Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments
- Jim’s journey from corporate leader to author, coach, and mentor
- The moment Jim embraced authenticity and its impact on his career
- How writing All Pride, No Ego marked the start of his new path
- Why pride and vulnerability are crucial elements of effective leadership
- Jim’s favorite lessons from his book
- The importance of kindness and authenticity in leadership
- How embracing your true self can lead to personal and professional success
- Jim’s advice on overcoming fear and living authentically
About Jim Fielding
Jim Fielding is a leadership coach, author, and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights with over 30 years of experience in senior executive roles at top brands like Gap, Disney Stores, Claire’s, DreamWorks, and 20th Century Fox. He started his career on the department store floor, where he developed a passion for direct interaction, which led him to leadership roles in retail and media.
Throughout his career, Jim focused on developing talent and building inclusive cultures, believing that people perform their best when they can be their authentic selves at work.
Now, Jim spends his time coaching, speaking, and writing to help leaders and organizations create environments where everyone can thrive. As an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, he strives to inspire others to build workplaces that foster safety, authenticity, and high performance. His work focuses on empowering individuals to lead from a place of authenticity and inclusivity.
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Chapters
1. Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Jim's Background and Career Journey (00:03:28)
3. The Bold Move: Writing a Book (00:05:38)
4. Finding Inspiration in Water (00:14:33)
5. The Role of Truth Tellers (00:16:07)
6. Top Life Lessons from the Book (00:19:16)
7. Embracing Authenticity and Final Thoughts (00:22:10)
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