Leading through Unlearning
Leading through Unlearning is dedicated to helping leaders shed outdated practices and embrace evidence-based strategies. In each short episode, host Dr. Brandon A. Smith delves into the latest literature and best practices, offering actionable insights to replace ineffective habits with proven techniques. Join Brandon as he explores the journey of unlearning, providing concise and practical guidance to transform your leadership approach and drive meaningful change in your organization. Perfect for busy leaders seeking quick, impactful tips to enhance their leadership skills.
Leading through Unlearning
Leadership in Context: Why What Work Here, Might Flop There
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Leadership doesn’t always travel well without adaptation. In this episode of Leading Through Unlearning, Dr. Brandon Smith unpacks why the same leader can soar in one environment and stumble in the next. You’ll hear how contingency theory laid the groundwork for understanding that context matters, why past performance isn’t a guaranteed passport to future success, and how culture acts as an invisible current pulling behavior in subtle but powerful ways. From youth soccer fields to complex workplaces, this episode cuts through the clichés to show what actually makes leaders flourish, or falter, in real-world settings.