Feb 11 2025 28 mins
Great leaders are those who demonstrate a passion for learning and growing. If the appetite is there, significant lessons can be found from numerous places and sources, including from other leaders, books and nature itself. Author and Leadership Trainer Rosemarie Downer discusses her book, Leaders Are Like Giraffes: Leadership Lessons from a Most Unlikely Teacher.
Highlights include:
Insight into how the giraffe serves as a powerful metaphor for leadership, emphasizing key traits such as vision, resilience, and adaptability.
19 characteristics of the giraffe.
Effective leaders must be able to stand tall in the face of adversity, remain steady amid uncertainty, and lead with clarity and conviction.
Leaders must be willing to “stick their necks out,” taking calculated risks and embracing change while also fostering strong connections with their teams.
Great leaders focus on influence rather than manipulation, mentor others toward independence, and lead with authenticity rather than seeking constant validation.
She also touches on the importance of continuous growth, mentorship, and maintaining integrity.
Stand tall in your own leadership journey. Resources including a workbook and a downloadable PDF are available. Visit booksbyrosemarie.com to learn more.
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If you want to master the art of audience engagement while learning how to conquer speaking anxiety, deliver persuasive presentations, and close more deals, this is the program for you. Twins Talk It Up is hosted by identical twin brothers Danny Suk Brown and David Suk Brown, who share leadership communication strategies designed to help professionals embrace the power of their authentic voice.
Together, we’ll explore tips and tools to unlock the full potential of your voice, dominate every stage you step onto, and elevate your influence and value. Along the way, we’ll crush goals and share plenty of laughs.
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