534: Leadership is Changing Mashup | (ft. Faisal Hoque and Adam Liette)

Faisal Hoque has an extensive background in technology and business, starting from an R&D engineer to founding several tech companies and working with large corporations like Dun & Bradstreet and GE Capital. He has authored books on leadership, innovation, and organizational transformation. Faisal also discusses his involvement with the U.S. federal government and highlights their recent books on navigating the post-pandemic world and finding personal and professional authenticity. Adam Liette talks about his transition from being a musician to joining the army during a time of war and then returning to his passion for music. He shares his experience in leadership roles, including becoming the first director of operations for a music education company and eventually starting his own operations coaching business, "Smooth Operations." The discussion also touches on his approach to operations and leadership, his early leadership experiences, and his admiration for George Washington.In this episode:Faisal Hoque discusses his journey from Bangladesh to Stamford, Connecticut.It is important to learn from personal and others' experiences for growth.Faisal talks about his book-writing endeavors, focusing on leadership and innovation.Adam Liette talks about his transition from the military to a leadership role in a music education company.Adam reflects on the impact of seasons on business, particularly in online education.He contemplates the challenges of maintaining relationships during times of separation due to war.Main takeaways:Moving from Bangladesh to the U.S. and transitioning across states shows the importance of adaptability in both personal and professional growth.Writing books as a way to document and share learning illustrates the power of knowledge dissemination.The focus on creating value through impact, not just financial gains, redefines the essence of successful leadership.Working with the federal government signifies a commitment to influencing broader societal and governmental changes.Drawing inspiration from historical figures like George Washington can provide valuable insights into leadership qualities and decision-making.Curiosity about maintaining strong personal relationships during times of war or separation reflects the importance of balancing personal and professional life.Quotes:"There is no better way to contribute, to pass on to other people so that they can learn and hopefully be better at what they're doing than you are." - Faisal Hoque"The best way to learn is when you learn from others and your own experiences." - Faisal Hoque"Smooth Operations... is about building the business around a visionary entrepreneur." - Adam Liette"George Washington... was a man of the moment. He didn't seek leadership. Leadership sought him." - Adam LietteConnect with Denis: Email: denis@leadingchangepartners.comWebsite: http://www.leadingchangepartners.com/Leadership Is Changing Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LeadershipIsChanging/Leadership is Changing LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leadership-is-changing-podcast/