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Damon Lembi, CEO of Learn It and host of the Learn It All podcast, discusses the importance of fostering a learn-it-all mindset in leadership. They emphasise the need for leaders to prioritise learning, encourage curiosity, and tailor learning experiences to individual needs.
Damon shares his personal journey from a front desk employee to a CEO, highlighting the transformative power of continuous learning and the evolving landscape of educational tools like VR and AI.
Planet Human
Summary
Zoë shares personal updates:
Insights on the discovery of water on Mars and its implications for future human exploration.
Upcoming travel plans, including a skiing holiday and visits with family.
Reflections on integrating learning into leadership development agendas.
Thoughts on how curiosity can be fostered within teams through simple practices.
Thought-Provoking Questions for Leaders, focusing on:
How can leaders prioritise learning in their daily routines?
What strategies can be implemented to overcome barriers to learning?
How can curiosity be cultivated within teams to enhance engagement and innovation?
In what ways can leaders customize learning experiences to fit individual needs?
Damon Lembi reflects on:
Learn-It-All Mindset: Damon emphasizes the distinction between being a learn-it-all versus a know-it-all, advocating for openness, humility, and curiosity in leadership.
Barriers to Learning: He discusses common obstacles individuals face when trying to learn, including resistance to change and the discomfort of starting new skills.
Practical Learning Strategies: Damon shares actionable tips for overcoming learning challenges, such as focusing on specific skills and celebrating small successes.
Time Management for Learning: He highlights the importance of carving out time for learning, even in busy schedules, by establishing consistent habits.
Practical Techniques:
Encourage team members to share a "fact of the week" during meetings to spark curiosity.
Customise learning paths based on individual preferences and strengths.
Create a supportive environment where failure is seen as part of the learning process.
Key Quotes
"Learning is tough. It takes consistency. You have to get out of your comfort zone." Damon Lembi
"You should put yourselves in a position where you can learn something from everyone." Damon Lembi
"We need to encourage curiosity... even a very simple thing that doesn't take a lot of time in your weekly standup could spark interest." Zoë Routh
Questions Explored
How can you learn more each day and become a learn-it-all?
What barriers do people face in their learning journeys?
How can leaders carve out time for learning amidst their busy schedules?
Take Action
Encourage Curiosity: Implement a weekly "fact of the week" during team meetings to spark interest.
Customise Learning: Adapt learning experiences based on individual preferences and needs.
Remove Barriers: Streamline meetings and reduce workloads to create more space for learning.
Tip of the Week
ocus on finding something you are passionate about to enhance your commitment to learning. Whether it's reading, listening to podcasts, or engaging in discussions, make it a habit.
Key Moments
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Question
01:35 Integrating Learning into Leadership
04:07 Introducing Today's Guest: Damon Lembi
08:29 Overcoming Barriers to Learning
10:29 Strategies for Effective Learning
15:44 The Future of Learning and AI
27:29 Challenges for L&D Professionals
32:54 Leadership Tips and Feedback
About Damon Lembi
Damon Lembi is a 2x bestselling author, the host of The Learn-It-All Podcast, and CEO of Learnit – a live learning platform that has upskilled over 2 million people. Drawing from his prior baseball career, Damon brings an athlete’s perspective to leadership. Through his journey, he has gained invaluable insights into what helps organizations grow, how great leaders learn, and why learn-it-all companies outpace their competitors every time.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/damonlembi/
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About Zoë Routh
Zoë Routh is a leadership futurist, podcaster, and multiple award-winning author. She works with leaders and teams to navigate future horizons.
She has worked with individuals and teams internationally and in Australia since 1987. From wild Canadian rivers to the Australian Outback, and the Boardroom jungles, Zoë is an adventurist! She facilitates strategy and culture sessions with audacious teams.
Zoë's fourth leadership book, People Stuff - Beyond Personality Problems: An advanced handbook for leadership, won the Book of the Year at the Australian Business Book Awards in 2020. Her fifth book is a near future science fiction dystopian novel, The Olympus Project.
Zoë is the producer of the The Future of Leadership Podcast dedicated to asking “What if…?” and sharing Big Ideas on the Future of Leadership.
Zoë is an outdoor adventurist and enjoys telemark skiing, has run six marathons, is a one-time belly-dancer, has survived cancer, and loves hiking in the high country. She is married to a gorgeous Aussie and is a self-confessed dark chocolate addict.