107: Surround yourself with people unlike yourself; with Michael Collins

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NeuroConversant Leadership

Jeremy Doran

122 episodes

4 days ago

Effective Communication in the S.T.E.M. workplace. Jeremy is a leadership coach who specializes in helping engineers and other S.T.E.M. professionals become great managers and leaders. Being a great leader requires exceptional communication skills, especially in environments where there are a lot of Neuro-Diverse people. We explore communicating well with people who think, communicate and see the world very differently than most. The world needs this diversity in order to make progress. Leaders who can communicate well across this diversity will set themselves apart from the rest!

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107: Surround yourself with people unlike yourself; with Michael Collins

NeuroConversant Leadership

22 minutes 58 seconds

3 months ago

107: Surround yourself with people unlike yourself; with Michael Collins

Michael Collins is an audio engineer and leads a successful company. He also has ADHD. One of his secrets is to surround himself with people unlike himself, who's strengths compliment his.

You can learn more about Michael atlinkedin.com/in/michael-collins-0460417

or https://www.bluefoxproduction.com/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Leadership in STEM

02:12 The Intersection of Music and Engineering

05:58 Navigating Leadership and Communication

11:32 Coping with ADHD in the Workplace

15:41 The Importance of Strengths in Leadership

20:38 Final Thoughts on Communication and Preparation

Takeaways

Effective communication is crucial in leadership roles.

Understanding different communication styles can enhance team dynamics.

Preparation is key for effective public speaking.

Coping with ADHD requires awareness and strategies.

Leveraging team strengths can lead to better outcomes.

Documenting communication is essential when working with contractors.

Practice speaking out loud to improve delivery.

Recognizing personal energy levels can aid in productivity.

Building a diverse team can fill in individual gaps.

Continuous learning and adaptation are vital in leadership.