Cracking the Code: Technical vs. Adaptive Leadership with Nikki Lewallen Gregory
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🎙️ In this episode of the Courageous Leadership Series, Rosie and Nikki dive into the messy world of change.
From a quirky ring-switching exercise 💍 to unpacking why we default to comfort zones, they explore the difference between technical fixes and adaptive transformations. Learn how faulty mental programs hold us back, what adaptive leadership really looks like, and why transformation isn’t a quick fix—it’s a journey.
Buckle up for some real talk, laughs, and lightbulb moments! 💡
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Key Takeaways:
- Change fails when adaptive challenges are treated like technical problems.
- Adaptive challenges require transformation, not information.
- Faulty programs (like perfectionism or martyrdom) sabotage progress.
- Psychological safety and consistent leadership messaging are critical.
- Adaptive leadership must be practiced over time—often 6-8 months or more.
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