752: Positivity, Energy, and Hunger to Learn - A Leadership Lesson from Christchurch - Ask Denis

Leadership Is Changing

What if your greatest leadership asset isn’t your title or experience, but the energy you bring?

In this Ask Denis episode, Denis Gianoutsos reflects on a powerful keynote moment in Christchurch, New Zealand, where a room full of global health professionals reminded him what real leadership feels like. They weren’t just there to listen; they were ready to grow.

Denis shares why adaptive leadership, fueled by intentional energy and positivity, is essential in fast-changing environments. He breaks down how showing up with purpose, presence, and positivity can shift culture, inspire growth, and build momentum, even when the path ahead is uncertain.

Whether you're leading in healthcare or any high-pressure space, this episode will challenge you to pause and ask: What kind of energy are you bringing?

Leading in a Room Full of Growth

• Reflection on the conference experience in Christchurch
• The audience was fully present, optimistic, and eager to grow
• The collective energy elevated the entire space

Thriving in Disruption

• The health sector is a frontline example of constant change
• Adaptive leadership is non-negotiable in high-stress environments
• It's not about survival, it's about meaningful transformation

Positivity as a Leadership Tool

• True positivity is grounded, not naive
• Mindset shapes how challenges are faced and teams are led
• Leaders who radiate belief create ripple effects in culture

Your Energy Shapes the Culture

• Low-energy leaders drain performance and morale
• Intentional, uplifting energy sets the tone
• How you show up is how your team shows up

Fueling Your Leadership, Intentionally

• Rest, nutrition, and supplementation as leadership practices
• Mental focus and clear boundaries preserve high performance
• Energy management is a daily discipline

How You Show Up Is How You Lead

• Leadership is felt more than spoken
• Your presence influences mood, momentum, and mindset
• Ask: What energy are people catching from me?

Key Quotes:

“Positivity is a leadership advantage. It’s not about ignoring the hard stuff, it’s about choosing how you face it.” - Denis Gianoutsos

“No one wants to work for a knuckle-dragger… that energy is heavy. And you know what? It spreads fast.” - Denis Gionoutsos

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