Episode 265: Growth, Failure, and the Power of Followership with Dr. Chris Fuzie

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About the Guest:

Dr. Chris Fuzie is an educator, leadership expert, and the President of the National Leaderology Association. With a doctorate in Education and Organizational Leadership and 30 years of experience as a police officer, Dr. Fuzie brings a rare blend of real-world leadership, academic rigor, and an innovative approach to organizational growth.

His latest book, Liminal Space, challenges traditional views of leadership and followership, making him a perfect guide for today's evolving workplace.

Episode Summary:

What if the real secret to leadership and personal growth wasn't just about leading, but about learning how to follow?

In this powerful episode, Steve Mellor and Dr. Chris Fuzie explore how embracing failure, recalibrating motivation, and empowering others can transform the way we lead and live. Dr. Fuzie shares actionable insights about the science of leadership, the undervalued role of followership, and the hidden patterns (like behavioral tessellations!) that drive lasting success.

Whether you're in a leadership role, building your own growth journey, or simply looking to think differently about success, this conversation will leave you motivated, challenged, and equipped with practical strategies you can apply immediately.

Key Takeaways:

• Why motivation is rooted in science, not just "willpower"
• How failure actually boosts growth (if you see it the right way)
• The powerful, often overlooked role of followership in organizations
• Why true leaders empower others, and aren’t always the loudest voice in the room
• The importance of creating tessellations of behavior for sustainable success
• How to identify, teach, evaluate, and modify behaviors for growth in any setting
• A fresh perspective on how households, teams, and companies can grow by shifting their view of leadership
• Why cross-training and early behavior modeling are keys to successful succession planning

Resources and Links:

1. Dr. Chris Fuzie’s website: cmfleadership.com
2. Dr. Chris Fuzie’s books (including Liminal Space): Chris Fuzie on Amazon

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