Discover how neuroscience and positive psychology can transform your leadership style. In this episode, Adam Hill speaks with Jackie Insinger, a leading expert in neuroscience and positive psychology in business leadership.

Jackie shares her innovative approach to leadership, blending cutting-edge research with practical strategies. Learn how to create psychological safety, harness cognitive diversity, and manage workplace anxiety.

Here are some power takeaways from today’s conversation:

• The power of positive psychology in the workplace

• Creating psychological safety for your team

• Positivity unlocks your brain’s problem-solving potential

• The importance of cognitive diversity in decision-making

• Master anxiety through a scheduled “worry hour”

• The platinum leadership mindset

• Cognitive diversity as key to dynamic team performance

Episode Highlights:

[10:42] We have this universal desire to be seen and understood.

People use various ways to express their identity and seek recognition, even through seemingly trivial comparisons like breakfast foods or TV characters.

[21:32] Positivity unlocks your brain’s problem-solving potential.

Adopting a positive mindset activates brain regions responsible for creative problem-solving and opportunity recognition.

[29:53] Master anxiety through a schedule “worry hour”

Schedule a dedicated "worry hour" to fully focus on anxious thoughts to reduce constant presence throughout the day and allow for greater productivity and peace of mind during other times.

[33:41] The platinum leadership mindset

Jackie encourages shifting from the golden rule to the platinum rule - treating others as they wish to be treated. Leaders need to understand and cater to individual team members' unique needs, preferences, and motivations for more effective relationships and improved team performance.

[36:43] Creating psychological safety for your team

Jackie highlights a common leadership pitfall where leaders assume they've created psychological safety for their team based on their own definition, potentially overlooking the diverse needs and perceptions of individual team members.

[38:40] Cognitive diversity is key to dynamic team performance

Jackie warns against creating a homogeneous team culture that attracts only similar personalities. Instead, she emphasizes the importance of cognitive diversity - the variety in how people see the world, their perspectives, strengths, and skill sets.

[45:15] The importance of setting boundaries and self-care in leadership

Setting boundaries and practicing self-care are essential for effective leadership, helping leaders maintain their well-being and model healthy behaviors for their teams.

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