Sun Valley Writers’ Conference with Jeffrey Rosen
How can we ensure the preservation of democracy? By adopting the virtues of our founding fathers. On the latest episode of the Walker Webcast, we featured Willy’s discussion with Jeffrey Rosen – president and CEO of the National Constitution Center, host of the weekly podcast We the People (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/we-the-people/id83213431), professor of law at the George Washington University Law School, and contributing editor of The Atlantic – from the Sun Valley Writers’ Conference. Their conversation centered around themes from Jeff’s newest book The Pursuit of Happiness (https://www.amazon.com/Pursuit-Happiness-Classical-Inspired-Founders/dp/1797171771/ref=asc_df_1797171771): How Classical Writers on Virtue Inspired the Lives of the Founders and Defined America, including the lives of the founding fathers and their quest for virtue, their emphasis on self-mastery and character development, how social media is validating the founding fathers’ fears of unmediated democracy, the state of play in American politics today, and much more. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 02:24 Jeffrey’s education: Lessons learned 05:09 Losing his dad and the love of reading 10:30 How COVID and reading transforms routines 11:43 Pythagoras and his influence on Cicero 15:14 Cicero: A better writer or orator? 16:08 John Quincy Adams’ pursuit of virtue 20:32 The contradiction of Thomas Jefferson’s life 25:11 Benjamin Franklin’s 13 virtues 27:16 How does one track their virtues? 32:15 The struggle with humility 37:59 The discipline of reading in the morning 39:25 The link between health and lifelong learning 41:40 Thomas Jefferson’s note on a president losing an election 50:16 Jeffrey’s podcast and hearing scholarly opinions 55:27 The Liberty award winners 56:41 Can we survive a year worse than 2020? 58:34 Comparing Hamilton and Jefferson GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Strategic Approach to Leadership with David Petraeus
To celebrate the 200th episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy was joined by General David Petraeus, retired four-star U.S. Army general who served as the director of the CIA, focusing on intelligence and counterterrorism. He and Willy discussed the evolving landscape of global security, how near-death experiences changed his perspective on life and leadership, physical fitness and his competitive drive, the strategy behind the raid of Bin Laden, and the threats and challenges we’re facing in the world today. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction. 02:09 Willy introduces David Petraeus. 03:29 Working in the CIA vs. the military: Differences. 04:53 The components of luck and the most impactful award. 08:58 David’s education and scholarship. 10:17 What’s it like biking with President Bush? 13:51 The challenge of reaching success. 15:42 The fierce desire to be the best. 17:57 Fostering the culture of competitiveness. 20:49 Lessons from being shot and a parachuting accident. 28:21 Taking out Osama Bin Laden. 31:58 Dealing with the aftermath. 33:08 How preparation contributed to the operation’s success. 36:01 Grabbing every advantage matters. 38:30 How did a swagger stick influence David’s leadership? 44:42 Are we living in a more dangerous time? 49:08 The evolution of warfare and where we’re headed. 54:46 The need for more rapid development. GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Masterclass in Multifamily with Joanna Zabriskie
On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, Willy sat down with multifamily industry powerhouse Joanna Zabriskie, CEO of BH Management, for a dynamic overview of the state of the multifamily market live from RETCON. They discussed opportunities and challenges shaping the industry, data visualization, BH Management’s investment in technology, the importance of data and innovation, multifamily trends, and much more. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Willy and Joanna’s first meeting 03:36 Retrospective look at BH Management 07:01 Scaling a third-party management business 09:43 The power of data visualization 11:46 Fusion data when buying assets 12:55 Opportunities for more fintech integration 14:16 Fusion as a standalone company 16:00 Being sold to Pretium 21:29 Is Pretium doing a distribution network model? 22:46 Competition is healthy 25:02 Pretium’s assets: A closer look 26:27 Which area is Pretium prioritizing? 28:16 Current economic backdrop and predictions 31:40 Is there a need for a strong macro environment? 33:27 Willy explains the “smile” strategy 34:52 The sustainability of rent growth in the Midwest 35:46 The potential of build-to-rent housing GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Have you heard of the ‘Smile Strategy’ in real estate investing?
The ‘Smile Strategy’ is a simple yet effective way to identify prime multifamily investment markets. Joanna Zabriskie explains why this approach matters for investors. source
The Evolution of Higher Education with Mary Sue Coleman
Willy was joined by Mary Sue Coleman, former president of the University of Michigan from 2002 to 2014 and again for ten months in 2022 when the institution faced a leadership crisis. She was named one of Time magazine’s “10 best college presidents” and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Council on Education. She and Willy discussed leadership lessons she’s learned throughout her career, the potential impact of the overturning of affirmative action, the intersection between athletics and higher education, policies surrounding free speech, the current challenges university presidents are facing, and so much more. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Willy introduces Mary Sue Coleman 01:47 Mary Sue’s doctorate and early career 04:33 The importance of connection in leadership 06:45 The power of an effective team 08:50 Becoming the first female president of UI 12:02 University of Michigan and the affirmative action lawsuits 17:18 Looking to the past for a successful future 20:46 How can leaders maintain balance? 23:10 Dealing with the consequences of leadership 27:56 The evolution of finances in the university 32:08 Raising $2.5 billion for the Michigan Difference 35:08 Why doesn’t Harvard scale to the size of Michigan? 36:25 Buying the North Campus from Pfizer 41:04 Michigan issuing a 100-year bond 42:37 The challenges in athletics in Mary Sue’s term 46:52 The need for more investments in athletics 59:07 Being on the NCAA board 51:08 Addressing privacy and civil liberties in universities 55:47 Creating a safe space for free speech GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402. Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
The Urban Landscape Reimagined with Mike Johnston and Egon Terplan
Willy was joined by Mayor of Denver, Mike Johnston, and Egon Terplan, strategist and advisor on urban policy and economic development, live from the University of Denver Educated Opinions Event. They discussed the urban revitalization of Denver – and cities in general – post-pandemic, how the mayor is tackling issues including homelessness, crime, and public safety, the impact of technological innovations on city development, how historical precedents impact urban planning today, the shift we’re experiencing toward reindustrialization, and much more. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:10 Mike Johnston’s priorities as mayor 04:00 An achievement in reducing homelessness 04:31 Providing appropriate housing accommodations 05:43 How does the “clear and hold” strategy work? 06:56 Why do other cities not adopt Johnston’s strategy? 08:13 Focusing on the entire ladder of housing 09:04 The challenges in getting proper housing 11:27 Controlling crime and public safety 13:41 Reducing auto theft 14:56 How less encampments empowers the police force. 18:09 The use of plate-scanning technology 22:03 The revitalization of cities 23:45 Why do downtowns matter? 24:50 How a devalued infrastructure impacts the tax base 29:45 The importance of home games on the restaurant scene 30:46 The economic impact of walkable cities 32:50 Boosting the vibrancy of all parts of Denver 35:17 Why residential location matters 38:23 How Gensler is helping stimulate housing conversion 43:10 Strategies to increase employment and job opportunities 48:11 Addressing traffic on Peña Boulevard 50:57 Do we need more public transit investments? 54:32 Building express lines 57:23 Where’s the potential for growth in Denver? GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Building a Sustainable Legacy with George Hawkins
Willy took a trip down memory lane with George Hawkins as they discussed the incredible turnaround at DC Water when Willy was Chairman of the Board and George was General Manager. Under their leadership, they took one of the most problematic public utilities in the country, The District of Columbia Water and Sewer Authority, and turned it into one of the most innovative, customer-driven, environmentally friendly utilities on earth. George and Willy discussed why Willy picked George to lead the turnaround, the challenges they faced, the $4.2 billion they spent on infrastructure and environmental protection, and the customer focus and client satisfaction that George and his team achieved. It is a fascinating story of private sector innovation and strategy being implemented at a massive public utility that resulted in huge gains for the citizens of the Washington, DC Metro region. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 02:49 Early days in DC Water: The lead scare 07:48 What set George Hawkins apart as a leader? 13:12 DC Water: An overview 17:12 The importance of customer service 19:43 The past and present of DC Water 22:44 Having a board and becoming a member 25:08 Why educating consumers is a must 28:44 Leadership takes tougher skin 30:25 How a rate increase helped long-term financing 31:34 Listening to feedback and providing solutions 35:33 How do leaders garner respect? 37:58 The power of a uniform 40:55 The rebranding process of DC Water 44:54 The factors that shaped DC Water 46:36 The challenges of working in the field 48:38 Overcoming political hurdles 52:55 The digester proposal: an anecdote 58:19 How Willy and George convinced the board 01:02:44 Recognizing an incredible partnership GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Redesigning Reality with Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen
Willy was joined by Diane Hoskins and Andy Cohen, global co-chairs of the world’s most influential architecture design planning firm with over $2 billion annually in revenue, Gensler. They covered ways to drive meaningful change through the power of design, creating office spaces of the future, ways they’re working to lower emissions, how Gensler has secured their place as an industry leader, how AI and autonomous vehicles will change the face of our cities, building a culture of collaboration, and how to stay ahead of the curve in a constantly shifting environment. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 02:59 Willy introduces Andy Cohen and Diane Hoskins 05:07 The hallmarks of a collaborative leadership 08:37 Creating the office of the future 10:50 How’s the office participation rate in Gensler? 15:43 How office designs differ in every sector 18:34 Gensler’s adaptive reuse projects 24:42 Conservation and building for a warmer world 28:02 Is zero carbon emission possible? 31:37 Operating carbon vs. embodied carbon 32:38 Timber: How high can you go? 33:53 Do developers have a say on HVAC? 35:23 Promoting climate change awareness to clients 39:41 Attracting talent aligned with sustainability 40:23 The power of having a diverse pool 42:59 Building positive client relationships 45:43 The four key sectors Gensler’s involved in 46:43 Which sector is innovating the quickest? 51:09 Autonomous vehicles are the future 53:55 What makes Gensler’s co-leadership stand out 01:00:39 Prioritizing the collective, not the self GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Changing The Game with Stephanie Linnartz, President & CEO of Under Armour
Willy was once again joined by Stephanie Linnartz. Since she was last on the webcast in 2021, she made a major career change, from President of Marriott to President and Chief Executive Officer of Under Armour. According to Stephanie, “I decided to take my own advice – to bet on myself and take a chance. That’s what led me to this job.” She and Willy discussed similarities and differences between running Mariott and Under Armour, the company’s new focus on the female athlete, Under Armour’s brand loyalty program, the “Taylor Swift Effect” on sports apparel brands, the company’s focus on social impact and organizations they’re partnering with, advice she’d give to female professionals, and what we can expect to see from Under Armour in the years to come. Watch or listen to the replay. If you have any comments or questions, please reach out to your main Walker & Dunlop point of contact. We are all available to answer questions and provide assistance. Additionally, if you have topics you would like covered during one of our future webcasts, we would be happy to take your suggestions. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:50 Willy introduces Stephanie Linnartz 04:31 Marriott and Under Armour: The transition and leadership 09:36 Decision-making and catering to changing customer tastes 12:14 How Under Armour accurately pinpoints consumer needs 16:43 Setting UA on a unique market positioning 20:55 The Taylor Swift effect: Why we need more female athletes 23:19 Expanding the Under Armour culture and product line 24:13 The supply chain post-COVID: challenges and changes 30:48 What’s in the Under Armour loyalty program? 33:29 How much of a priority is marketing college athletes? 35:41 UA’s community work and meeting Steph Curry 43:07 The venture capital process of finding talent 46:43 Stephanie’s advice for young women today 48:53 Greatest lessons from Stephanie’s late mother 50:24 What is the future of Under Armour? GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts/ Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Podcast: » Driven By Insight: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402. Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ Subscribe: » Newsletters: https://explore.walkerdunlop.com/subscribe POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source
Elevate Your Leadership Game with Joe Davis
Willy was joined by Joe Davis, Managing Director and Senior Partner at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), author of the newly-released book The Generous Leader: 7 Ways to Give of Yourself for Everyone’s Gain, and the Chair of BCG’s Center for Inclusion and Equity. He and Willy discussed key concepts from his book, including strategies for creating a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, his personal journey to becoming a more authentic leader, how vulnerability and human connection will drive business results, actionable insights and advice for unlocking your full leadership potential, and much more. Key Points In The Webcast: 00:00 Introduction 01:25 Willy introduces Joe Davis 03:29 Education at Whitman College 04:35 Being friends with John Rice 06:36 Authenticity and vulnerability as a leader 09:24 Learning vulnerability from Tim Huckaby 12:31 The essence of a “tough” leader 16:31 Why we need leaders who listen 20:20 Prioritizing diversity and inclusion 23:22 Willy’s anecdote about finding one’s voice 27:09 What leadership type is needed in today’s world? 29:28 How Joe got the courage to share his story 32:12 Assumptions hinder the richest insights 35:47 Willy’s experience at Harvard Business School 38:46 How can leaders create a safe space for sharing? 40:50 Dealing with skeptics 43:32 Leveraging modern communication for heart-led leadership 49:04 Leading with compassion: Best practices 52:33 Willy’s ways of showing appreciation 55:50 Don’t pick a side. Touch on humanity. 58:12 Joe’s advice on compassionate leadership GET NOTIFIED about upcoming shows: » Subscribe to our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5jhzGBWOTvQku2kLbucGcw » See upcoming guests on the #WalkerWebcast here: https://www.walkerdunlop.com/webcasts Related webcasts: Tune in on Wednesdays for fresh perspectives about leadership, business, the economy, commercial real estate, and more! #WillyWalker hosts a diverse network of leaders as they share the wisdom that cuts across industry lines. Check out our previous videos: » Full playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL_QkMqEzOkzNmWUe9kpfRJ4213jIh6LNk Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/driven-by-insight/id1540843402 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1z3wDGMAjtscNhKWJfXs7L Follow us: » LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walker-&-dunlop/ » Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WalkerDunlop » Twitter: https://twitter.com/WalkerDunlop » Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walkerdunlop/ POSTING POLICY: Please bear in mind that this is a public and professional platform. We’ll do our best to ensure that our postings on this page comply with our standards, which prohibit content that: • is abusive, defamatory, threatening, or obscene • is fraudulent, deceptive, or misleading • violates the copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, right of privacy, right of publicity, or other intellectual property right of another • contains or links to any virus, worm, Trojan horse, or other forms of malware or harmful code • contains the personal information of others, such as names, addresses, and telephone numbers • violates any law or regulation • is otherwise offensive. We expect users not to post content that violates our standards. We cannot monitor postings or discussions in advance, but we reserve the right to remove any posting that does not meet our standards. source