Rejecting the 'Vanilla' Label and Embracing Authentic Leadership with Kay Clancy (Ep 30)
Cassandra Goodman sits down with Kay Clancy, Chief People Officer at Wise Employment, to discuss the intricacies and challenges of authentic leadership. The episode delves into Clancy's personal journey of overcoming the pressure to conform, the significance of being true to oneself in a professional environment, and practical advice for leaders striving to embody their unique essence. The conversation emphasizes the profound impact of self-leadership, compassion, and continuous self-discovery.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to True Power Podcast
00:52 Meet Kay Clancy: A Mission to Empower
02:08 The Challenge of Authenticity in Leadership
02:37 The Concept of Immunity to Change
05:10 The Importance of Belonging Over Fitting In
08:52 The Cost of Conformity: Kay's Personal Story
25:46 Finding Courage to Be True to Yourself
33:38 Practical Advice for Authentic Living
38:11 Final Thoughts and Resources
About the guest:
Kay Clancy, with over 30 years of experience in financial services, is the Chief People Officer at WISE Employment, one of Australia's leading not-for-profit employment services providers. She is passionate about creating cultures of care that build trust and support wellbeing and peak performance for a diverse team of over 1800 members nationwide. As a culture and leadership expert, Kay helps others understand and manage their impact on those around them. She is an executive coach, skilled facilitator, accredited Mental Health First Aid instructor, and serves as an advisory board member and co-editor of Music for Optimism at The Centre for Optimism. Her mission is to bring care, courage, and energy to the workplace, helping people become the best versions of themselves.
Authentic leadership is tricky business, but you don't have to go it alone.
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