September 10, 2024
Episode 106: Leadership in the Trenches: Maximizing Team Potential with Al Dea
This week on the podcast, Dane welcomes Al Dea, founder of The Edge of Work, a talent and leadership development consulting firm. Dane and Al explore leadership and teamwork in the modern workplace, noting the importance of small, consistent actions in building trust to create a positive team culture. Al discusses the power of curiosity in fostering effective teamwork, and shares insights on how being a great teammate can open doors for opportunities and foster collaboration. Together, they highlight the significance of getting in the trenches with your team to lead effectively. The conversation delves into the challenges leaders face when joining new teams, the tension between individual recognition and team success, and the vital role of listening and learning before taking action. This episode is a must-listen for business leaders looking to maximize team potential.
Leadership in the Trenches: Maximizing Team Potential with Al Dea
Guest Bio
Al is a talent and leadership development consultant, facilitator, and keynote speaker. He is the Founder of The Edge of Work, a talent and leadership development firm that helps organizations develop leaders to improve engagement and performance.
Al works at the intersection of the future of work and talent, and leadership development. His thinking and insights have been published in outlets such as Forbes, Fast Company, Business Insider. Al is also the Host of The Edge of Work podcast, a podcast about the future of work and leadership, and a LinkedIn Top Voice in the Future of Work and Leadership.
Al previously worked at organizations such as Deloitte Consulting LLP and Salesforce. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Business and Theology from Boston College and his Master’s in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina Chapel-Hill.
Key Takeaways
00:00 Introduction to the Future of Teamwork Podcast
01:39 Al Dea’s Personal Journeys
05:19 The Importance of Curiosity in Leadership
08:34 Challenges of Team-Based Work in Business
11:37 The Role of Collaboration and Individual Contribution
15:57 Innovative Approaches to Team Dynamics
21:42 Creating Psychological Safety Through Collaboration
24:08 Understanding Resistance to Change
26:11 Empowering Team Members to Speak Up
34:45 The Importance of Being a Good Teammate
39:46 Maximizing Team Potential as a Leader
43:52 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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