Leadership Evolution: From Strategy to AI Integration with Chris Sprague

Richard Walsh talks with leadership expert Chris Sprague about effective leadership and its impact on business growth. Chris shares insights into healthy leadership principles and why some ineffective leaders rise to prominence. They discuss self-perception, supportive leadership, and enhancing customer service, as well as developing leadership skills, creating strategic vision, and managing diverse teams. They also explore the intersection of technology and leadership, emphasizing AI's role in workforce development and scaling small businesses. The episode wraps up with thoughts on embracing AI for business growth and the future of leadership analytics.

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Chris Sprague

Guest • 43%

Richard Walsh

Host • 57%

Chapters

0:00	Leadership responsibilities and styles
1:19	Guest introduction: Chris Sprague
1:36	Chris Sprague's background and expertise
2:27	Healthy and sustainable leadership principles
6:47	Why ineffective leaders often rise to the top
8:25	The role of self-perception in leadership
12:07	Supportive leadership's effect on customer service
15:00	Training and developing leadership in teams
18:01	Leadership's role in navigating workforce challenges
21:33	Crafting and implementing a three-year strategic vision
25:22	Fostering a strong workplace culture
27:10	Aligning vision with organizational culture
29:47	Managing a diverse, multi-generational workforce
33:32	Strategic planning vs. tactical problem-solving
35:11	Cultivating a problem-solving mindset in business
40:46	Technology's influence on communication and workforce
42:22	Adapting to global demographic and technological shifts
43:48	AI integration in workforce development
45:19	AI solutions for scaling small businesses
47:24	Utilizing AI in leadership training
49:03	AI's role in enhancing training and leadership skills
52:31	The future of AI in leadership and analytics
55:19	AI's impact on customer service and sales strategies
58:01	Embracing inspirational leadership narratives
1:00:07	Catering to diverse audience learning styles
1:01:03	Embracing AI for business growth

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