The Illumify Game Changer

31. The Introverted Leader Wrestles with Leadership

Leadership demands a lot of us. So much that it can be tempting to turn away, if only to protect yourself from the barbs that come from challenging the status quo. In this episode, Jonathan grapples with his introverted self that tempts him to keep his vision to himself. Nor, as he discovers, can he expect others to assume equal responsibility for igniting his vision. 01:11 How does expressing your vision feel in the context of rallies? 05:23 “No one gets hurt if I keep this to myself.” 09:41 Jean takes scrutiny and rejection out of the equation when being of Service. 11:21 What if they are just as responsible for igniting your vision as you are? 13:00 Marianne’s cautionary note of failed change in “shared leadership”. 15:50 Challenging your own introversion to step up. 17:25 Where does the harm and hurt come from in speaking up? 20:31 Changing the pronoun from “your” vision to “the” vision. 22:51 Be an “ambassador” for the vision, and enable others to carry your message for you. 24:41 Speak in the present tense, not the future tense, to eliminate doubt and reassure. 29:01 Organizational leadership, Gandhi, Mandela and the depth of courage. 32:41 The voices of dissent are going to be there. 34:01 Is resistance enough for change? 36:33 How to lead in light of the two extremes. 38:26 The metaphor of Canada Geese for leadership. 42:01 Seeing the vision as public gives me confidence in me and the vision. 44:11 Dealing with excitement, rather than derision, around your vision. 46:05 Who doesn’t want to be heard? 48:31 What part of your vision do you decidedly disregard? 53:58 Marianne’s reason and hope for listeners. 56:01 When you know what you’re here to do… Produced by NOVA [https://novapodcasting.com]

Minisode 1:30 - “Is the leader’s vision even on their radar?” – The Leader Searches for Help

Leaders can't ignite meaningful change all by themselves. But who would care enough to help? In this minisode from episode 30 of The Illumify Game Changer Podcast, the leader looks beyond his inner circle to find them. Listen to the full episode here: 30. Who’s Even Interested in the Leader’s Vision? [https://illumifygamechanger.com/episodes/30-whos-even-interested-in-the-leaders-vision] Produced by NOVA [https://novapodcasting.com]

30. Who’s Even Interested in the Leader’s Vision?

When leaders speak about their meaningful change, it has to be of interest to listeners. If not, they’ll tune out, and it can be difficult, if not impossible, to get them to tune back in. In this episode, Jonathan considers whether his vision is of interest to those he sees could help him realize it. But could it be they’re too preoccupied right now to even have it on their radar? 00:00 Amplify Card 26: What interests them? 01:20 There’s a deep sense of worry about whether we are sharing a factual reality together. That’s when we start to lose our bearings even more. 06:00 We all have a deep need for privacy – to take refuge in our homes without intrusion. 08:15 What could be more important than how we connect? 11:25 Something else has changed. We’re losing the sense that we share a common sense of what’s happening. 15:03 A stranger’s offer of help. 18:25 Imagine if those in your collective asked, “Can I help”? 21:00 What would happen if you could show all the homeless the way home? 26:10 What if I spent a year just talking to the homeless? What could mean more? 28:00 The story of the young girl’s Lady Bug Campaign. 30:00 The change you ignite is at the level of what is most significant to you. 33:50 If what you see is a shared home, that makes your vision quite distinct. 36:40 The shared home is also out there on the street, in the city centre, in the world. 37:50 The question is what “interests” them, not what “concerns” them. 38:40 This is too big not to be preoccupied with. 42:30 Does it have to be on their radar? 43:38 I have to start with the idea that my vision would resonate. I have to have faith. 45:50 The question again: Is this change of interest to them? 47:20 If the vision has come from a long process of insight, it must contain some truth that will resonate with other people – even those I don’t know yet. 52:00 The beginning of the movement: Familiarity, belonging and recognition. Connection. Produced by NOVA [https://novapodcasting.com]

Minisode 1:29 - “The only thing you can do to reclaim your power is to let go.” – The Leader May Choose to Surrender

When the leader faces a large chasm between what is now and what they know could be, it can be overwhelming at times. In this minisode from Episode 29, Katherine shares the powerful practice of Surrender. Listen to the full episode here: 29. The Leader’s People [https://illumifygamechanger.com/episodes/29-the-leaders-people]  Produced by NOVA [https://novapodcasting.com]

29. The Leader’s People

Leaders see what could be, beyond what is now. Their vision is of a future that doesn’t yet exist. As Jonathan knows, there’s a big chasm between the world now and the one in his vision. In this episode, he identifies those who may be willing to help him cross that chasm and ignite. 00:00 Reflections 3:45 Who do you see who should be on that first new ground with you? 7:30 What would the next circle be of people who would step up and help you ignite your vision of a shared home? 10:45 The European Movement 26:35 It’s an important part of my vision that it wouldn’t have to be geographically located. 28:10 We can root ourselves again. 32:00 I’m talking about the need to reconnect our political actions with our values. 35:00 Sacred dignity and your journey. 41:00 Gaining clarity on your vision is a continual process. 42:00 I’m blind, fumbling my way in the dark, yet can see things others can’t. 43:30 You shift from living your life for yourself to living it for others. 45:50 They see you completely differently. And you don’t notice–because it’s not about you anymore. 48:00 You’ve voiced what is so typical of leaders. 49:30 To whom does your vision matter? 56:00 Being here in Toronto is aligned with my vision as I’m taking action thousands of miles from home. 58:45 The concept of home is where life starts. 1:02:00 What it means to surrender. 1:07:00 Final Answer: To whom does your vision matter? Produced by NOVA [https://novapodcasting.com]