On this episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast, Brendan Hall shares his experiences leading a team in the Clipper Round The World Yacht Race.
He discusses the challenges of managing a diverse group of sailors, the emotional realities of leadership, and the importance of consistency and autonomy in team dynamics.
Brendan reflects on his early leadership challenges, the pressure of performance, and the critical lesson that a leader's mood can significantly impact the team's morale.
He discusses the challenges of leading under pressure during a dangerous sailing race, highlighting the need for transparency and psychological safety.
Brendan reflects on the emotional toll of leadership decisions and the lessons learned from navigating crises. He also offers insights on creating high-performing teams and the challenges of transitioning to life after such a significant achievement.
This episode of the Evolve to Succeed Podcast covers…
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:37 Clipper Yacht Race
04:51 Team Dynamics and Leadership Challenges
06:32 Realities of Leadership
09:03 Early Leadership Challenges
15:37 Consistency in Leadership
18:32 Team Autonomy
19:54 The Evolution of Leadership
24:37 Dealing with Pressure
30:28 Resilience in Crisis: A Leadership Test
36:24 Creating High-Performing Teams
37:31 Life After the Race