Chris Hutchinson | The Power of Ripple: Developing Truly Impactful Leadership
In this episode of the donothing podcast you’ll learn:
What made Chris go from a mechanical engineer to a leadership coach
How serving in the military influenced his future path
Why Chris believes everyone can be an impactful leader
Which leadership tools every organization should be using
Why it’s essential to ensure the entire team rows their boat in the same direction
How simple miscommunications quickly evolve into lasting resentments
Why well-intentioned leaders often fail to properly communicate their vision
What leaders can do to positively influence their team
Why an autoimmune disorder diagnosis, which he discussed as a speaker at Ignite Fort Collins, changed Chris’ outlook on his health
How Chris encourages his own team to live a healthier lifestyle
What marbles and skipping stones have to do with incredible leadership
Why receiving a B Corp certification for Trebuchet Group was so important to Chris
How writing his book, Ripple: A Field Manual for Leadership that Works, gave Chris confidence in his leadership message
If you’re looking for some genuine leadership inspiration, you’re in the right place. On this week’s donothing podcast, hear invaluable insight from Chris Hutchinson—a coach and mentor for executive leaders and their teams. Chris believes that every team member plays an integral role in forwarding the organization’s mission. All it takes is clarity and authentic communication.
Since 2002, hundreds of organizations and executive leaders have trusted Chris and his company, Trebuchet Group, to help them achieve great accomplishments through creating healthy and high-performing teams. Chris brings together a real-world experience to support leaders who feel the weight of their company on their shoulders and are frustrated by teams not achieving their potential.
As an Air Force officer, Chris learned firsthand how leadership can make or break the effectiveness of teams and individuals. As a “recovering” mechanical engineer, he understands how systems need to serve the people who use them to be successful together—not the other way around.
Chris also the author of Ripple: A Field Manual for Leadership that Works. In his book, Chris brings together field-tested practices for leaders to improve their personal impact and create long-lasting results.
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Chris Hutchinson’s Top Book Recommendations
A Pattern Language: Towns, Buildings, Construction by Christopher Alexander
The Great Game of Businessby Jack Stack
The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni
Crucial Conversations: Tools for Talking When Stakes Are High by Kerry Patterson
Other Resources from this Week’s donothing Podcast
I'm a CEO. How Do I Get to Really Tell Me the Problems Around Here? by Chris Hutchinson
High-Performing Teams Need Psychological Safety. Here’s How to Create It by Laura Delizonna