390: Would YOU Want to Work for YOU?

What kind of experience do other people have when they work with you? It's a simple question—and one that can transform the way you lead.  In this conversation, executive coach and bestselling author Brenda Bence shares lessons from coaching CEOs around the world, along with pivotal moments from her own leadership journey. Through unforgettable stories and practical examples, she explains why great leaders build people before they build businesses, why curiosity and listening matter more than having all the answers, and why the best leaders continually examine the impact they have on others.  Whether you lead an organization, a team, or simply want to become a better colleague, Brenda offers wisdom that will challenge you to think differently about the kind of leader you're becoming.  Brenda Bence is recognized by Thinkers50 as a Coaching Legend and is ranked by Global Gurus as one of the world's top three executive coaches. She is a Hall of Fame professional speaker and the award-winning author of 12 books, including her latest, *Would YOU Want to Work for YOU™?*  Known as the "Billion Dollar Coach," Brenda has coached dozens of C-Suite executives from many of the world's largest and most recognized corporations. Her passion lies at the intersection of leadership and branding, helping leaders build both the organizations they lead and the individual leadership brands they leave behind. Through Brenda’s coaching, global keynote speeches, and award-winning books, she has inspired and developed hundreds of thousands of leaders around the world.   **You'll Discover** - Why growing people must be part of every business strategy. - The mindset shift every leader must make to move from expert to leader. - How understanding what motivates each employee dramatically improves engagement and retention. - Why middle managers determine whether organizational change succeeds or fails. - How listening and curiosity create stronger leaders than certainty and control. **Connect with Brenda Bence**  LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendabence **Website**  Brenda Bence https://www.BrendaBence.com  **Books** *Would YOU Want to Work for YOU?*  https://www.amazon.com/Would-YOU-Want-Work-Performance/dp/B0H5RDP3N1 *Leading YOU*  https://www.amazon.com/Leading-YOU-self-leadership-executive-success/dp/1942718012  Check out all the episodes Leave a review on Apple Podcasts Connect with Meredith on LinkedIn