Leading Authentically and Defining Your True Self with Richard Brisebois PhD (Ep 11)
Episode Description:
In this episode of 'True Power,' Cassandra Goodman engages in a profound conversation with Richard Breeze, an executive coach and leadership mentor. Richard shares his unique insights into the concept of authenticity, exploring how it aligns with one's true self and the challenges it presents in leadership. They delve into the significance of understanding and defining key terms, the nuances of self-identity, and the importance of acting from a place of essence rather than reaction. The episode offers listeners a rich tapestry of ideas and practical wisdom on staying true to oneself in a world of constant conformity pressures.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to True Power Podcast
00:57 Meet Richard Breeze: A Multifaceted Leader
05:04 Exploring Authenticity and Self-Connection
11:21 The Complexity of Self and Authenticity
19:17 Ethics, Morality, and Authenticity
33:05 Practical Self-Inquiry and Reflection
42:00 Conclusion and Future Conversations
About the guest:
Richard Brisebois, Ph.D., is a multilingual executive coach and leadership development mentor who has worked with over 7,000 managers, leaders, and business owners across 40+ countries, ranging from Fortune 50 executives to SME business owners and tribal leaders. Specialising in team coaching and the design and facilitation of leadership development programmes, Richard has delivered assignments globally, including in Canada, the U.S., South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia, for clients such as Hydro Québec, The Economist, and Siemens. Earlier in his career, he managed a real estate portfolio, engineered debt-equity mechanisms for company acquisitions, developed undergraduate and MBA business programmes, served as a professor and dean of a business school, and lectured at 12 universities in 7 countries. Richard has also sat on the boards of three companies.
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