Significant Career Lesson From A Self Employed CEO And Founder
Hector, CEO/Founder at OnePlusWe, emphasizes the significance of connecting with people "at the human level, not surface," fostering vulnerability and open communication to truly understand what's happening in their lives, as "better humans make better leaders, better leaders make better humans." This deep connection allows for more meaningful conversations and a better understanding of a person's circumstances.
Leadership, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Human Connection, Personal Development
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Hector J Bordas
CEO/Founder
OnePlusWe -- self employed
University of So. Ca & Cal. State, Long Beach
Biology & Related Sciences, Engineering - Civil
Coaching, Speaking & Writing
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None Applicable
Video Highlights
1. Connecting with people on a human level is crucial for understanding their true experiences and motivations.
2. Vulnerability in conversations allows for a deeper understanding of what's really happening in someone's life.
3. The principle that 'better humans make better leaders, and better leaders make better humans' emphasizes the importance of personal development in leadership.
Transcript
What is one lesson that you have learned that has proven significant in your career?
One lesson proven significant is to get to know people at a human level, not superficially. We can have small talk, discuss the weather or politics; that's fine.
But it's really connecting people at a human level that helps them become vulnerable. Then they are able to talk about what's really happening and why it's happening.
There's a saying: "Better humans make better leaders, better leaders make better humans." That's critical.
So, I think it's making those connections at a human level where you can actually have a conversation and determine what's going on in that person's life.