Posts by James Christie
097: Everyone’s Leadership Journey is Unique, with Charis Sugden
In this episode, I chat with Charis Sugden, MS, CCRP, Director of Clinical Research and Operations, who brings over 18 years of experience in clinical research, including 10 years in management. Charis shares her leadership journey, emphasizing the evolution of her guiding principles, which focus on building trust and respect, setting clear expectations, and empowering…
096: Career Development: The Importance of Breadth
In this episode, I take you back to the middle of a conversation I had in 2023 around the intricacies of career development with distinguished guests, Mark Jarvis and Brian Reardon, who both hold leadership roles in learning and development. This was a conversation full of insights for those navigating the complexities of building a…
095: Navigating Leadership: Melanie Lennear on Vulnerability and Crucial Conversations
In this episode, I sit with Melanie Lennear, a seasoned healthcare professional with 18 years of experience and a track record of managing an award-winning sales team. Melanie shares her guiding principles of leadership, emphasizing faith, family support, personal growth, and maintaining a growth mindset. Transitioning from a peer to a management role, Melanie discusses…
094: Lessons in Leadership: Cultural Adaptability, Honesty, and Transparency, with Jovan Antunovic
093: Our People Finish First, with NASCAR L&D Leader, Rob Carman
In this episode, I sit with Rob Carman, Senior Director of L&D for NASCAR. Rob shares his insights on leadership, team development, and the importance of emotional intelligence in fostering a positive and productive work environment. He emphasizes the crucial role of trust, honesty, and passion in leadership, likening emotional intelligence to “the force” in…