123: Nigel Paine on Trust, Diversity, and the Pomodoro Technique

<p>I invite guests to share personal stories about acts of leadership that help shape their lives. In Episode 123, Nigel Paine tells a story about trust, shares three ideas that can help us lead, and advises us about pursuing interests and the Pomodoro Technique.</p> <p><strong>Prologue</strong></p> <p>Nigel has worked in learning and leadership for 25 years. He has produced learning software and award-winning multi-media materials. Nigel consults with global organizations to help them develop learning cultures and create more humane and developmental workplaces. He authored three books, is the co-host of Learning Now Television, and co-hosts <em>From Scratch</em>, a discussion podcast with Martin Couzins. Nigel teaches doctoral students at UPenn. He.</p> <p><strong>01:05 Part 1: Trust</strong></p> <p>In this story, Nigel explains what a co-facilitator said about trust.</p> <p><strong>05:29 Part 2: Dangers of the Eco Chambers</strong></p> <p>Nigel shares three things that can help you lead: everyone is not like you, learn from diversity, and learn to ask good questions.</p> <p><strong>21:08 Part 3: Threads of Interest and the Pomodoro Technique</strong></p> <p>Nigel advises us about the pursuit of interests and shares a technique he uses while working.</p> <p>_________________________________</p> <p><strong>How You Can Support the Show</strong></p> <p>Unlabeled Leadership is a free service for people to learn about leadership. If you want to support the show, you can make a $0.99 donation. Your support reduces production expenses. <a href="https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support">https://anchor.fm/unlabeled-leadership/support</a></p> <p><br></p> <p>No transcript available (future enhancement)</p> <p><br></p> <p><strong>Episode links</strong></p> <p>Nigel’s <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelpaine/">LinkedIn Profile</a>, <a href="https://www.nigelpaine.com/">website</a>, <a href="https://www.nigelpaine.com/writing/">books &amp; articles</a>, <a href="https://www.koganpage.com/author/nigel-paine">auth