Craig T. Owens

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In today’s episode we’re going to—IMPATIENCE! Yes, we’re talking about impatience. As a leader it can be hard to resist the temptation of impatience, but Greg and I believe that developing patience is a vital skill for leaders. In this episode we’ll explore some of the pitfalls of impatience, and share strategies for you to develop into a more thoughtful and patient leader.

• [0:14] We’re looking at the leadership builder vs. killer of patience vs. impatience. 
• [1:41] Patience is sometimes misperceived as not being in control—like we’re simply waiting around for something to happen.
• [2:27] Can patience be developed?
• [3:50] Patience allows a process to mature, and helps people grow.
• [7:35] Warning: patience can cross a line into procrastination.
• [8:30] Leaders need to avoid the temptation of impatiently answering too quickly.
• [10:50] What leadership pressures make us give in to impatience?
• [12:59] Leaders can help their teammates with their own impatience by asking some thoughtful questions.
• [15:28] Ego + Bad advice = Dangerous impatience
• [16:40] Patience helps leaders trust both the process and the people around them.
• [18:33] Leaders need to be aware of what’s happening in themselves when their patience is stretched. Patient leaders grow their leadership influence.
• [22:24] Greg quizzes me about the origins of patience.
• [24:45] I make a confession about my impatience in my early years.
• [25:55] Greg shares an insightful quote about the value of patience.

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