Is it okay to be POWERFUL?

In this podcast, host Karen Tax discusses the concept of power dynamics in the corporate world. She shares her personal experiences with power-related dynamics, including examples of manipulation and lack of responsibility. She encourages listeners to embrace their personal power for the advancement of their careers and organizations, referring to Martin Luther King's definition of power, highlighting that power should be grounded in love. She emphasizes the need for business cultures to shift and allow employees to express powerful ideas. Karen also discusses the need for leaders to incorporate feedback and transparency, thereby developing a culture that facilitates empowering people.

This episode covers: 

- Introduction to Power and Leadership

- Understanding the Concept of Power

- The Host's Journey and Mission

- Exploring the Fear of Power

- Real-life Experiences with Power Dynamics

- The Role of Humility and Kindness in Power

- The Assumption of Avoiding Discomfort

- The Power of Choice and Self-Reflection

- The Struggle of Being Heard and Understood

- Defining Power: An Insight from Martin Luther King

- The Role of Love in Power

- The Extremes of Power: Domination vs. Spinelessness

- The Difference Between Inner and External Power

- Inviting Others to Share Power

- Creating a Culture of Empowerment

- Addressing the Discomfort Around Power

- The Need for Powerful, Compassionate Leaders

- Conclusion and Final Thoughts

- Podcast Credits and Additional Resources

What is Business Profound: Getting Real About Success?

I’ve Been Exactly Where You Are Right Now

I know it can be difficult when you combine profit with purpose. How can you go beyond just focussing myopically on the bottom line into work that reflects the values of your heart and soul?

What are you supposed to do when you’re overcome by your monster to-do list?

How do you act when what you clearly see as the right thing to do is in conflict with other interests?

These are just some of the challenges I’ve had to overcome in my 30+ years working in corporations and as an entrepreneur, and it's the entire reason I launched the Business Profound Podcast.

I've developed a leadership framework called IAMX to help individuals, teams, and organizations align with their strategy, operationalize their culture, and through all of that, thrive collectively.

As a technically-minded person who is also unapologetically heart-centered, I've been inspired to develop many different tools to resolve some of the biggest challenges we face in corporate America. The Business Profound Podcast is my way of sharing what I've learned with you. Together, we explore and share real-world stories of leaders who are creating bold, new versions of success, and effective ways to integrate mindfulness & sustainability at work.

—Karen Tax
Creator of IAMX

Learn more about Karen’s work
https://www.iamx.one

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https://www.iamx.one/define-your-true-self/course

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