Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Human-Centered Leadership

01:57 Kul Mahay's Journey from Policing to Leadership

08:38 Defining Human-Centered Leadership

12:28 Balancing Human-Centered Leadership with Business Goals

17:02 The Importance of Leadership Courage

23:04 Involving Employees in Decision-Making

27:09 The Shift from Traditional to Modern Leadership

27:44 Human-Centered Leadership and DEI

34:52 The Importance of Individuality in Leadership

39:45 Challenges of Human-Centered Leadership

48:05 Building Trust in Organizations

Summary

In this episode of Curiosity Unleashed, Debra and Ken engage with Kul Mahay to explore the concept of human-centered leadership. Kul shares his journey from a police officer to a leadership consultant, emphasizing the importance of emotional intelligence and building trust within organizations. The conversation delves into the definition of human-centered leadership, the balance between human aspects and business goals, and the necessity of involving employees in decision-making processes. Kul highlights the courage required from leaders to embrace vulnerability and foster a culture of innovation and collaboration. In this conversation, Kul Mahay discusses the principles of human-centered leadership, emphasizing its importance in today's organizational culture. He critiques the traditional views on DEI, arguing that true inclusion goes beyond mere representation and requires a focus on individuality and trust. The discussion highlights the challenges leaders face in adopting a human-centered approach and the necessity of building trust within teams to foster a positive work environment.

Keywords

human-centered leadership, emotional intelligence, leadership courage, organizational culture, employee engagement, trust in leadership, innovation, decision-making, leadership styles, transformation, human-centered leadership, DEI, soft skills, individuality, trust, leadership challenges, employee engagement, organizational culture, diversity, equity