Feb 12 2025 39 mins
What does it mean to you to be a “transformational leader”? This is not just a philosophical question. In the face of unprecedented complexity and uncertainty, it’s time to consider a surprising truth about transformational leaders that can profoundly impact both your top and bottom line decisions, actions and outcomes. That’s why we’re revisiting our Fan-Favorite conversation on this issue with Dr. Gloria Burgess, CEO of Jazz Inc. Executive Director of Maxwell Leadership, and Founder and the Executive Director of the Lift Every Voice Foundation.
Gloria is also a compelling keynote and TEDx speaker who inspires and equips leaders to integrate the arts with leadership. She enjoys being a trusted advisor of Fortune 50 companies, small businesses, NGOs, and nations. Her clients include Microsoft, Boeing, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the South African Embassy, and Panama’s office of the President. Gloria’s books include Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside and Pass It On.
Every single person has the ability to be transformative and to be a leader. — Dr. Gloria Burgess
This week on Growth Igniters Radio:
* How Gloria’s philosophy of “wearing your soul on the outside“ has evolved over time
* Gloria’s perspective on the surprising truth about being a transformational leader in a changing world
* A story from Gloria’s experience illustrating the artistry of transformational leadership in a major corporation
* Three immediately useful ideas for fostering transformational leadership
Resources for This Episode:
* Find out more about Dr. Gloria Burgess and connect with her on “LinkedIn“
* Read about Gloria’s award-winning book, Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside: Live Your Legacy Now”
* Learn about Gloria’s “Pass It On! Book Project“
* Download PDF: “Gloria Burgess’ Thoughts on Transformational Leadership“
* Find out more about Pam’s keynote “Break Orbit: Achieving Long-Term Growth in a Short-Term World”
Accelerate to YOUR Next Level of Success
Thanks for listening to Growth Igniters® Radio. If you enjoyed this episode, spread the good word! Just leave a quick review wherever you get your podcasts and share on LinkedIn or Facebook.
Gloria is also a compelling keynote and TEDx speaker who inspires and equips leaders to integrate the arts with leadership. She enjoys being a trusted advisor of Fortune 50 companies, small businesses, NGOs, and nations. Her clients include Microsoft, Boeing, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the South African Embassy, and Panama’s office of the President. Gloria’s books include Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside and Pass It On.
Every single person has the ability to be transformative and to be a leader. — Dr. Gloria Burgess
This week on Growth Igniters Radio:
* How Gloria’s philosophy of “wearing your soul on the outside“ has evolved over time
* Gloria’s perspective on the surprising truth about being a transformational leader in a changing world
* A story from Gloria’s experience illustrating the artistry of transformational leadership in a major corporation
* Three immediately useful ideas for fostering transformational leadership
Resources for This Episode:
* Find out more about Dr. Gloria Burgess and connect with her on “LinkedIn“
* Read about Gloria’s award-winning book, Dare to Wear Your Soul on the Outside: Live Your Legacy Now”
* Learn about Gloria’s “Pass It On! Book Project“
* Download PDF: “Gloria Burgess’ Thoughts on Transformational Leadership“
* Find out more about Pam’s keynote “Break Orbit: Achieving Long-Term Growth in a Short-Term World”
Accelerate to YOUR Next Level of Success
Thanks for listening to Growth Igniters® Radio. If you enjoyed this episode, spread the good word! Just leave a quick review wherever you get your podcasts and share on LinkedIn or Facebook.