Self-Care Strategies for Leaders with Liz Kislik (Encore) | Ep #122

About this episode

The episode discusses self-care strategies for leaders with Liz Kislik, emphasizing the importance of effective time management and compassion in leadership.

In this encore episode of Building Better Managers, host Wendy Hanson discusses the importance of self-care for leaders with management consultant Liz Kislik. They explore effective time management strategies, the distinction between empathy and compassion, and the structural solutions that can support self-care in the workplace. The conversation emphasizes the need for leaders to model self-care, manage their time effectively, and navigate conflicts with compassion and action. Listeners are encouraged to take actionable steps to improve their leadership and team dynamics. Key takeaways: Self-care is essential for effective leadership. Good calendar management helps reduce stress. Meetings should allow for breaks and reflection. Empathy is about feeling; compassion is about action. Structural changes can support self-care in organizations. Conflict avoidance can lead to increased stress. Taking small steps can lead to significant changes. Walking meetings can enhance creativity and reduce stress. Focus on positive outcomes to foster a better environment. Leaders should model self-care for their teams. Meet Liz: Liz is an accomplished management consultant and executive coach with…

People in this episode

Host: Wendy Hanson

Guest: Liz Kislik

Topics covered

• self-care
• leadership
• time management
• empathy
• compassion
• workplace dynamics
• conflict resolution

Keywords

• self-care
• leadership
• time management
• empathy
• compassion
• workplace
• conflict resolution
• stress reduction
• walking meetings
• team dynamics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fortune

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