THE LAW OF MAGNETISM

Human nature dictates that we gravitate toward those who have similar qualities to our own. The same holds true for the people we select to work with and the teams we create. But is sticking to our own kind a smart idea? Or is there a benefit to being receptive to people who are your complete opposites? 

In this episode, let's look at the Law of Magnetism as it relates to leadership and building a well-balanced, cohesive team. Stay tuned!

Key Highlights:

[01:08] The Law of Magnetism in the context of leadership

[03:45] Keeping a diverse and healthy balance of members in your team

[09:44] Critical elements that you need to have on your team

[10:25] Two keys to help you to develop great talent

[11:28] Offering exposure opportunities for the right people

[15:36] Creating advancement pathways

[20:07] How to tell if you're utilizing the Law of Magnetism correctly

Notable Quotes:

• We attract people who are similar to us; they share our values, they share fundamental characteristics.
• When it becomes a matter of leadership, when it becomes a matter of your team, there needs to be a healthy balance of people who are similar, and people who are dissimilar to yourself. 
• Who you are, is who you attract.
• The limit to our potential is determined by our leadership ability.
• The best leaders I know embrace that creative tension within their team so that they can get the best solution possible.
• If we want to attract great people, we ourselves must be great.