{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"139 | The Critical Role Leadership Plays in Shaping Organisational Culture\u00a0| Denise Black and Denis Doolan","description":"Episode Summary In this episode of Building Better Cultures, Scott McInnes sits down with Denise Black and Denis Doolan to explore the critical role of leadership in shaping organisational culture. Together, they unpack insights from the Mind the Gap report \u2014 highlighting the importance of intentionality, inclusivity, and the need for leaders to embody the culture they wish to create. The conversation delves into the consequences of neglecting culture, the essential capabilities leaders must develop, and the collaborative process of defining a target culture that aligns with organisational strategy. The episode wraps up with reflections on how leadership drives cultural change and performance across teams. Key Takeaways  Leaders have a disproportionate impact on organisational culture. Inclusivity is essential for effective culture creation. Culture should be woven into the strategic DNA of the organisation. Empathy and active listening are critical leadership skills. Culture is not a standalone initiative \u2014 it enables all initiatives. Intentionality in leadership is crucial for cultural success. Feedback from employees is vital in shaping target culture. Communication reinforces culture and values. Leaders must model the behaviours they wish to see. A strong culture leads to better organisational performance.  Chapters  00:00 \u2014 Introduction to Leadership and Culture 04:28 \u2014 Insights from the Mind the Gap Report 09:24 \u2014 The Role of Leaders in Shaping Culture 15:12 \u2014 Consequences of Abdicating Culture to HR 19:19 \u2014 Essential Capabilities for Senior Leaders 30:39 \u2014 Defining Target Culture 37:23 \u2014 Impact of Leadership on Cultural Change  Resources \ud83d\udcd8 Download the Mind the Gap report \u2192 bit.ly\/4nT9jAo ","author_name":"Building Better Cultures","author_url":"http:\/\/www.inspiringchange.ie","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/38601555\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/87A93A\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/194270390"}