In this episode of Leadership in Real Life, Erika Taylor-Beck interviews James Gorman on leadership challenges, toxic workplaces, generational shifts, emotional intelligence, and the vital role of personal growth in effective management.

They discuss the impact of toxic work environments on leadership effectiveness and the necessity of providing feedback. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of support systems for leaders and the need for personal development in leadership roles.

To connect with James Gorman, you can find him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-gorman-a007b157/

Sound Bites

• "If it was me, I would do it differently."
• "That's not the way that you handle that situation."
• "They want flexibility and more autonomy."
• "They don't really take any shit."
• "They have a strong sense of self."
• "Not wanting to work is not a new thing."
• "You might feel like you are the problem."
• "You can't teach somebody how to be a good person."
• "Nobody checks on leaders."
• "Leadership is lonely."
• "If you're passionate about it, develop it."

leadership, management, workplace culture, generational differences, employee expectations, bad leadership, HR policies, leadership development, work-life balance, leadership styles, leadership, employee engagement, management training, workplace culture, feedback, toxic environments, emotional intelligence, support systems, boundaries, career development