Why does leadership buy-in matter more than anything in L&D

In this episode, Lucas Lee dives into the transformative power of finding your IMP—identity, meaning, and purpose—and how it shapes career success. We explore the critical role of leadership buy-in in creating impactful L&D programs and how design thinking drives innovation in work and life. From mental well-being initiatives to career-defining moments, Lucas shares actionable strategies to help you lead with purpose, inspire your teams, and achieve sustainable balance in your career.

Key Takeaways

1. Identity, meaning, and purpose (IMP) are crucial for career success and personal fulfillment.
2. Leadership buy-in and role modelling are key to creating impactful L&D programs.
3. Using design thinking can revolutionise how we approach problem-solving in work and life.

Timestamps

• [00:00] Lucas explains the concept of IMP: Identity, Meaning, Purpose
• [01:06] Lucas’s career journey: From airport planning to design thinking
• [03:15] Why content creation must focus on people’s needs
• [05:40] The importance of role modeling in successful L&D initiatives
• [07:30] A powerful example: Mental well-being fireside chat with senior leaders
• [09:45] Lessons learned from airport planning and tech implementation
• [12:20] How leadership support impacts the success of programs
• [13:30] Finding work-life balance through purpose-driven goals
• [14:30] The impact of role models on company culture
• [15:56] Closing thoughts on transforming careers with IMP

Links & Future Learnings

• Lucas Lee on LinkedIn
• Changi Airport Singapore
• Tom Bailey on LinkedIn
• Tom Bailey Website