"It's not the job of a leader to have the answers. It's the job of a leader to have the questions." -Rebecca Ryan

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In this episode, we delve into the value of mentorship and investing in long-term relationships with guest, Rebecca Ryan. In this insightful conversation, Rebecca shares what she's learned through two profound and lasting relationships in her life.

In this episode:

- We explore the 25-year friendship and mentorship between Rebecca Ryan and her mentor Jan, and the unique language they've developed.

- The role of a true friend in providing guidance without dictating decisions, as exemplified by Jan's influence on Rebecca.

- Insights into the decade-long work partnership between Rebecca and Lisa, showcasing the power of complementary strengths.

- How permission and acceptance from leaders can revolutionize individual empowerment and work relationships.

- The importance of prioritizing the "first ring" of close relationships for personal growth and better workplace dynamics.

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Rebecca Ryan is an economist, top-50 futurist, author, and change-maker. She is the Founder of Next Generation Consulting.

Rebecca is called a "human spark plug" for her infectious enthusiasm for the future. She is one of 400 people in the world to hold the "APF" designation from the Association of Professional Futurists.

She is the author of The Next Big Things: The Future of Local Government, ReGENERATION: A Manifesto for America’s Future Leaders, and Live First, Work Second: Getting Inside the Head of the Next Generation. Her TEDx talk, Spring is Coming, was featured at the prestigious TEDxBeaconStreet.

Check out here recent project 10X10: Ten Trends for the Next Ten Years:

https://rebeccaryan.com/10x10-ten-trends-for-the-next-ten-years.

Connect with Rebecca

Website: https://rebeccaryan.com/

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Email: hello@rebeccaryan.com

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Jason Lauritsen is a dynamic keynote speaker and true thought leader in the world of work and employee engagement. He is dedicated to revolutionizing the way we Lead With Relationship™. He fearlessly challenges traditional norms to reshape the employee experience by consistently placing authentic human connection at the heart of leadership. Jason is the author of two books, Unlocking High Performance and Social Gravity.

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