Episode 30: Kristen Hansen, Neuroscience, Leadership and Performance.

What happens when leaders keep giving people the answers instead of helping them think for themselves?

In a world of AI, uncertainty and constant change, leaders need people who can think clearly, adapt quickly and make good decisions under pressure.

In this episode, Mark Bilton speaks with Kristen Hansen, International Speaker and Leadership Neuroscience Expert, about what neuroscience can teach us about leadership, performance and the way people respond under pressure.

Kristen explains why traditional command-and-control leadership is becoming less effective, how emotional states influence decision-making and team performance, and why asking better questions can help develop more capable, independent thinkers. 

They also explore emotional and social intelligence, how leaders can regulate their own state, the importance of white space and brain breaks, and why giving people greater ownership can help move teams from compliance to commitment. 

Kristen founded EnHansen Performance after seeing that the so-called “soft skills” of leadership were often undervalued. Her work uses practical neuroscience to help leaders better understand themselves, develop others and improve performance. 

A practical conversation for leaders who want to think better, lead better and help their people perform at their best.

Learn more about Kristen:
kristenhansen.com.au
enhansenperformance.com.au

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