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Making Tough Choices Easier by Being an Authentic Leader [Episode 89]

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How can living into authenticity guide us on navigating paradoxes?

Read Growth Igniters Radio Episode 89 TranscriptFind out by listening on-the-go to Episode 89. Scott and I discuss the business impact of living into our “best self.” We also revisit our  conversation with Dr. Karissa Thacker, author of  the best-selling book The Art of Authenticity.  She is founder and president of Strategic Performance Solutions Inc., a management training and consulting firm dedicated to elevating people to reach their highest potential and career satisfaction.

She is often quoted in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, MSNBC, and many other major outlets. Her articles have appeared in the Harvard Business Review, Business News Daily, and elsewhere (see bio below).

You’ll gain insights on:

  • How four principles of authenticity provide a foundation for making difficult decisions
  • Why authenticity beats charisma as an anchor for leadership, and how to tell the difference between the two
  • Three pieces of actionable advice for becoming an “authentic leader” under any conditions

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About Karissa Thacker

karissa-thacker-authenticityDr. Karissa Thacker is founder and president of Strategic Performance Solutions Inc., a management training and consulting firm dedicated to elevating people to reach their highest potential and career satisfaction. She is also the author of The Art of Authenticity, a guidebook on how to transform your career by tapping into your authentic self.

Karissa earned her doctorate in psychology from Spalding University and later served as a researcher with General Mills in the strategic growth arena. She is often quoted in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, Forbes, MSNBC, and many other major outlets, and is a sought-after authority on the subject of authentic leadership. Her articles have appeared in the Harvard Business Review, Business News Daily, and elsewhere.Read More about Dr. Karissa Thacker


Resources for This Episode

  • Find out more about Karissa Thacker’s book, The Art of Authenticity
  • Take the Self Monitoring Scale Assessment as discussed in our conversation
  • Listen to our previous conversation with Karissa Thacker in Episode 62, “The Art of Authenticity“
  • Request our complimentary Harper Report: How To Take Control of the “Elephant in the Room”

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