The Gray Matter Moment is back!  Ryan discusses his experience with the Authentic Leadership Experience program, focusing on self-awareness, navigating a VUCA world, understanding biases, and the importance of clear communication. He shares insights from his leadership training and the creative presentations that emerged from it, emphasizing personal growth and the value of diverse expression in leadership.



The episode finishes with an absolute drop the mic video!

• The Authentic Leadership Experience involved diverse participants from various college departments.
• Self-awareness is often overestimated by individuals, highlighting the need for external feedback.
• VUCA stands for volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous, describing the current world environment.
• Building psychological safety is crucial for open feedback and self-awareness development.
• Biases are often implicit and can affect our perceptions of ourselves and others.
• Clear communication is essential in leadership, even when it involves difficult conversations.
• Creative presentations can enhance personal expression and learning in leadership contexts.
• The use of humor and creativity can make presentations more engaging and memorable.
• Understanding one's Myers-Briggs type can aid in personal and professional development.
• Navigating change requires a strong foundation and a positive mindset.

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