
#071 Why we need new leaders — Charlotte Otter
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In this episode of The One-Eyed Man, I sit down with Charlotte Otter. Charlotte is the author of the brand new book We Need New Leaders, host of the Speech Bubbles podcast, and a powerhouse in executive communications. Her book is a bold and visionary work that helps leaders from diverse and underrepresented backgrounds master reputation management as a bridge to career success.
Charlotte’s also a two-time novelist, poet, journalist, advisor, and former corporate executive who now coaches emerging leaders into their next big roles.
We talk about the origins of We Need New Leaders, her vision for a new dimension of leadership, and practical steps you can take to accelerate your own leadership journey (regardless of where it - or you - started out).
Charlotte’s also a two-time novelist, poet, journalist, advisor, and former corporate executive who now coaches emerging leaders into their next big roles.
We talk about the origins of We Need New Leaders, her vision for a new dimension of leadership, and practical steps you can take to accelerate your own leadership journey (regardless of where it - or you - started out).
Chapters
- 00:01 Introduction to the podcast and Charlotte Otter
- 02:03 Leadership is not given but taken
- 04:00 Leadership as a skill that can be developed
- 06:23 The genesis of "We Need New Leaders"
- 09:13 Diversity as an innovation priority
- 13:11 The dangers of groupthink and the importance of self-awareness
- 16:41 Leadership development and self-awareness
- 20:35 Reputation as a power tool for emerging leaders
- 24:17 Balancing authenticity and aspiration in reputation management
- 27:01 Navigating humility while building reputation
- 29:46 The CEO-COO relationship and metrics for success
- 35:41 Crisis as a crucible for leadership
- 39:35 Conclusion and resources

