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Ep06: Reflect: How Smart Leaders Learn, Adapt, and Improve

Ep06: Reflect: How Smart Leaders Learn, Adapt, and Improve

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In this episode, Vernon and Michael explore the fourth principle of the MACRO Leadership model: Reflect.

💡 Topics Covered:

  • Why reflection is a leadership imperative—not a luxury
  • Michael’s story of using Agile SCRUM and reflection cycles to improve student success and team alignment
  • Understanding the Diffusion of Innovation curve and its role in leading change
  • Creating a psychologically safe space for team reflection
  • Ground rules for effective team dialogue
  • Tools and frameworks including Plus/Delta and the Sailboat Exercise
  • How to embed reflection into your leadership rhythm

📌 Reflection Questions:

  1. What reflection tools and cadences might you use to reflect on your own leadership?
  2. What would it take to introduce a Plus/Delta or a Sailboat activity into your next team meeting?
  3. How do you create a culture where it's safe to reflect candidly and constructively?

Note: For a limited time, podcast listeners can get a free copy of the MACRO Leadership e-book by submitting a request at the website: engagedbydesign.com/macroleadershipbook

Music: The Buccaneer's Haul by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

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