Leadership POV: Conversations with Alkema & Friends
Step into the world of transformative leadership with Leadership POV: Conversations with Alkema & Friends. Hosted by Alkema Lewis, founder of Alkema Lewis Consulting, this podcast explores diverse perspectives on leadership, growth, and innovation.
Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring leaders, industry experts, and visionaries from various fields. Together, they delve into the challenges, breakthroughs, and strategies that shape effective leadership in today’s dynamic world.
Whether you're a seasoned executive, an entrepreneur, or someone aspiring to lead with purpose, this podcast offers actionable insights, fresh ideas, and a dose of inspiration to help you lead from your unique point of view.
Tune in to discover how to elevate your leadership journey and unlock your potential—one conversation at a time.
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Leadership POV: Conversations with Alkema & Friends
Empathy in Leadership: A Key to Effective Team Dynamics
In this powerful episode, host Alkema Lewis sits down with seasoned school principal Bridget Best to explore the critical role of empathy in leadership. From navigating challenging conversations to modeling emotional intelligence for staff and students, Bridget shares real-life examples of how empathetic leadership transforms team dynamics and builds trust within an organization.
Whether you lead in education, corporate spaces, or the community, this conversation reminds us that listening, understanding, and compassion aren't just "soft skills"—they're essential tools for driving effective leadership and sustainable team success.
Key Takeaways:
- Empathy is not weakness; it’s wisdom in action.
- The impact of modeling empathy as a leader in high-stress environments.
- How empathetic leadership leads to stronger teams and better outcomes.
- Why emotional safety is foundational to trust and productivity.
About Our Guest:
Bridget Best is an experienced school principal known for her student-centered approach and deep commitment to leading with heart. With years in educational leadership, she brings a unique perspective on what it means to guide teams with grace, clarity, and compassion. You can find Bridget on LinkedIn.
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