As a leader, we have both the opportunity and the obligation to develop others within our organizations. But as deadlines loom and the days grow shorter, one-on-ones are often moved to the backburner or abandoned altogether, and time for personal reflection along with it. This is a costly mistake as co-hosts, Brandon Smith and Randy Hain, highlight on today’s episode as they take a deep dive into Randy’s new book, Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader. Listen in for ways to prep yourself and your team for a successful launch into 2025.

2:30 Randy shares what inspired him to write his 11th book, Becoming a More Thoughtful Leader. 

4:00 Have we lost “thoughtfulness” in the workplace? 

6:30 Brandon and Randy discuss current challenges for busy executives including uncertainty and year-end goals. 

8:00 Stress behaviors and how leaders can reset for 2025.

12:00 Many organizations are facing layoffs and other roadblocks. How can Randy’s new book help? 

16:45 The importance of a leadership framework and a “continuous learner” mindset. 

18:00 “Thoughtfulness transcends age.” Randy highlights thoughtfulness for young professionals.  

20:00 Brandon and Randy offer tips to prepare leaders and their teams for the new year. 

22:00 Randy shares how to use his book in teams, with high potentials and for investing in yourself. 

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