Riding Waves of Change: From Motorbike Novice to Career Crossroad • Anne-Marie Charrett • YOW! 2023

Join Anne-Marie Charrett as she shares her inspiring story of transformation from motorbike novice to career leader, exploring the importance of embracing change, empowering teams, and fostering a culture of respect, empathy, and learning.

Key takeaways
  • Everyone is a leader, and we should coach people to be leaders.
  • Change is happening every day, and we need to acknowledge and allow for it.
  • We need to create spaces where people can thrive, not just be good at their jobs.
  • Leadership is not about being perfect, but about being human and allowing ourselves to be vulnerable.
  • We need to be kind to ourselves and allow ourselves to make mistakes.
  • Communication is key, and we should communicate 10 times more than we think we need to.
  • We need to empower our teams to take ownership and make decisions.
  • We should focus on creating a culture of experimentation and learning.
  • We need to be willing to disrupt and challenge the status quo.
  • We should prioritize the well-being and mental health of our teams.
  • We need to be comfortable with not having all the answers and be willing to learn and adapt.
  • We should focus on creating a culture of respect, empathy, and understanding.
  • We need to recognize that change is not a project, but a constant process.
  • We should prioritize the development of our teams and help them grow and learn.
  • We need to be willing to take risks and step outside our comfort zones.
  • We should focus on creating a culture of innovation and creativity.
  • We need to recognize that leadership is not about being in charge, but about serving and empowering others.