Shaping a Winning Team

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Discover the keys to building exceptional teams with Paul Fayad in this eye-opening CareerCast episode from Chicago Booth, hosted by Anita Brick. Paul, a renowned author and business leader, reveals powerful strategies to foster positive leadership and combat toxic behaviors that can undermine team dynamics and organizational success. In this episode, you will gain: practical techniques to identify and nurture positive leaders, effective methods to mitigate the impact of bullying and coercion in the workplace, and insights on balancing personal growth with professional advancement. Whether you are a seasoned executive or ready to accelerate your career, this CareerCast episode offers invaluable guidance on creating teams that not only excel but also generate positive social and economic impact. Join us to transform your leadership approach and drive meaningful change in your organization.

Aired September 20, 2024

Biography

Paul Fayad, MSA is cofounder of Positive Leader and ELM Learning. He has focused on organizational behavior through more than four decades of founding and holding executive positions with numerous companies.

Fayad has consulted with corporations, school systems, and health-care facilities to establish programs based on positive leadership skills. He has lectured at universities and college business schools in the United States, Canada, and Hong Kong.

He has also cofounded and stayed active with foundations around the world that help children.

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