Confessions Of A Successful Leader
Episode 008: The Power of Self-Awareness: Enhancing Leadership Skills Through Continuous Reflection - Zaf Karim
09 Apr 2024
Discover the secrets to sustained leadership success as Zaf Karim shares his insights on continuous growth and reflection. But just when you think you have it all figured out, a shocking trigger threatens to unravel everything. Can Karim navigate this difficult situation and emerge stronger than ever? Stay tuned to find out.In this episode, you will be able to:Enhance your leadership skills by understanding different leadership styles and developing self-awareness.Overcome challenges by learning effective strategies for dealing with saboteurs in business.Unlock your full potential by embracing continuous growth and reflection as a key driver of personal and professional success.Make better decisions by finding the balance between ego and rational decision-making processes.Foster innovation and better outcomes by embracing diversity in decision-making and leveraging its benefits for your team and organization.My special guest is Zac KarimZaf Karim, a trailblazing Oxbridge alumnus and successful tech entrepreneur, joins us as a guest on this episode of Confessions of a Successful Leader. With a remarkable journey from the streets of East End London to the prestigious halls of Cambridge University, Zaf exemplifies success and resilience in the tech industry. As the founder and CEO of Blockapt, a cybersecurity business headquartered in London, Zaf has mastered the art of steering fledgling tech companies to towering IPOs. With a focus on AI, blockchain, fintech, and cybersecurity, Zaf's expertise and experience in these fields make him a valuable resource for tech industry leaders looking to enhance their leadership skills. Join us as we delve into Zaf's confessions and gain insights on the importance of continuous growth and reflection in leadership.The key moments in this episode are:00:00:01 - Introduction00:01:33 - Zaf's Focus00:04:17 - Relaxation and Switching Off00:07:37 - Early Experiences and Leadership Style00:11:58 - Growth and Accountability00:16:29 - Early Life Experiences Shaping Leadership00:17:18 - Sustaining Leadership Style and Dealing with Saboteurs00:19:35 - Balancing Stability and Growth in Dealing with Saboteurs00:21:41 - Self-Development and Future Challenges00:25:38 - Reflection and Leadership00:32:49 - The Importance of Ego and Decision Making00:33:15 - Expanding Perspectives00:33:47 - Recognizing Triggers00:34:40 - Balancing Ego and Self-Awareness in Leadership00:35:15 - Future Focus and Promoting Diversity For more information about Zaf Karim https://www.linkedin.com/in/zafarkarim/Andrew Tallents on Linked In https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewtallents/Keep up to date with the latest news and developments about the Self-Coaching for Leaders movement https://forms.gle/core1c4kZcbeq1eZ8Schedule a discovery call with Andrew Tallents https://calendar.app.google/FkscFUXvYPGLT5Ux5Confessions Of A Successful Leader is produced by Tenken Creative https://www.tenkencreative.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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