168: Navigating Leadership and Technology w/ Tim Howard

Podcast Show Notes – Episode 168 | 03.19.2024

Episode Title: Navigating Leadership and Technology with Tim Howard

Episode summary introduction:

In this episode, Sean Barnes interviews Tim Howard, the founder of Fortify Experts. They discuss the evolving role of technology in business, the importance of trust, coachability, and emotional intelligence in leadership. They delve into the transition from being an individual contributor to a leader, the Birkman Method, strategies for transitioning technologists into leadership roles, and the value of learning from failure.

Key Moments

00:00 - Introduction of guest Tim Howard, founder of Fortify Experts

06:28 - The evolving role of technology in business and leadership

15:18 - The art of building trust and relationships in organizations

33:58 - The importance of being coachable and the value of emotional intelligence in leadership

40:12 - Building executive presence and transitioning from individual contributor to leader

44:56 - Understanding people as datasets: The Birkman Method

49:59 - Strategies for transitioning technologists into leadership roles

57:11 - The importance of learning from failure and coaching strategies for technology professionals

1:03:20 - The role of mentorship in leadership and lessons from teen recovery

1:07:36 - Closing remarks and setting up the next meet

Guest: Tim Howard